Peters Klaviernoten

As the title implies, this waltz is contemporary in style and sound. In D minor, the mildly dissonant harmonies and slight chromaticism in the melody create an appealing sound that intermediate studen...

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 expressive solo by Dennis Alexander is perfect for late-elementary students of all ages. Written in G major, it is an excellent study of the interval of a fifth. Melodic and rhythmic patterns are...

This late elementary solo by Dennis Alexander is perfect for reinfocing bass clef notes and reading. In D minor, both hands play in the bass clef with the left hand frequently crossing over the right...

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...

If you could take a trip to outer space, where would you go? Students will have fun imagining their destination as they travel while performing this solo. Accidentals occur throughout the piece. The o...

The tenderness of saying good-bye to a loved one is depicted beautifully in this lyrical and romantic-style solo, an image that will inspire students. Many patterns are found throughout that will be h...

The natural beauty and majesty of the Northwest is portrayed with rich chords, lyrical melodies, syncopated rhythms, lively tempos and changing meters.

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...

This happy-go-lucky piece will put any student in a good mood! It is a perfect solo for getting the student to move quickly and easily around the keyboard. Legato and staccato articulations are used,...

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...

In the style of J. S. Bach, this early intermediate level baroque dance will make an excellent recital piece that represents nicely the earliest style of keyboard music. The primary chords of D minor...

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.

The title of this piece says it all as it truly is an 'elegant waltz.' Its sophisticated sound and style will be particularly appealing to teenage and adult students. Written in G major and 3/4 meter,...

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...

This upbeat solo has it a lively tempo, different articulations, block chords, lots of accidentals, quick changes in dynamics, blocked and broken chords - all in the key of A major! It is an excellent...