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The feel of 'spinning' is constant throughout this 3/4 time piece in D minor, featuring shifts in meter, accents, contrasting dynamics, and a lot of running 'dizzy' eighth note patterns.

Here are seven early advanced compositions that were written as a beautiful tribute to the composer's son, Darren. Appropriate for any performance situation, the pieces will resonate with teens and ad...

Sweeping arpeggios create a tranquil feeling in this late intermediate piano solo for right hand alone. This two-page piece is in the key of F major with a modulating middle section.

This Native-American dance-styled solo features open staccato fifths in the left hand, accidentals, left and right hand rhythm coordination, and a wide use of the keyboard.

There is a medieval mood and charm in this late elementary level ballad, with modal melodic material in long sweeping phrases against simple harmonic fifth accompaniment, and both hands taking turns s...

Rhythm and touch are essential elements in this energetic march for the elementary level pianist. It is written in C Major, uses a blend of staccato and legato, wide and varied dynamics, and a generou...

The key of D minor sets the stage for the mysterious sounds of this late elementary solo. The opening rhythm of the right hand melody even seems to say 'Old Daddy Longlegs', and students will have no...

Dennis Alexander was commissioned by the Double Sharp Music Club of Warroad, MN to write this piano solo in memory of Katie Jo Olafson. Katie was a 16-year-old sophomore at Warroad High School when sh...

This solo will spark the imagination of students as they picture clouds forming wonderful shapes. The gentle melody challenges the hands to play in unison, and the ends of phrases involve some hand cr...

This is the perfect solo for students who like to sleep late! The clever lyrics describe a mother knocking on a child's door in the morning. The student knocking on the wood of the piano depicts this...

You'll find yourself tapping your feet to the sounds of this solo by Dennis Alexander. Written in Middle C position, the melody is divided between the hands. Harmonic thirds are used occasionally in t...

Your students will feel like winners with this charming solo! The syncopated rhythm of the melody is catchy, and students should have no trouble feeling the tied notes as they are repeated throughout...

This exciting solo is sure to be a favorite for recitals and contests. Its rhythmic drive and energy will be appealing to students and audiences alike. The key of A minor and the presto tempo marking...

Treasure abounds in this F major solo written in 4/4 meter! The catchy melodic and rhythmic patterns will inspire students to a spirited performance. The music captures the imagination, and tempo chan...

Shelby, a miniature schnauzer, is Dennis Alexander's dog! Her outside adventure is depicted in this G major solo. Students will be able to lead 'a dog's life' as they travel across the keyboard using...

Piano solos that will immediately attract the attention of junior high and high school age students. Written and named to inspire students to learn through imagery and play with feeling.

Piano solos that will immediately attract the attention of junior high and high school age students. Written and named to inspire students to learn through imagery and play with feeling.

Carefully crafted in the key of F major with a change of key to A-flat major, the lyricism of the melody in this romantic solo is truly satisfying. Balance between the hands is essential to bring out...

Each book in this series contains arrangements and original pieces that provide beautiful, rich harmonies, numerous patterns that easily fit the hands and lyrical melodies that speak to the heart. The...