This delightful new sonatina is fun to play. The last of its three movements is a toe-tapping hoe-down. Correlates with Level 3 of the Hal Leonard Student Piano Library.

Beautifully crafted in the Baroque style, this original piece by Mona Rejino is a perfect stepping-stone to the dances of J.S. Bach. Students will be able to experience this style with confidence, before tackling more challenging advanced repertoire.

Essential Elements Piano Theory is a comprehensive course designed to help students master theory concepts. New concepts are gradually introduced in a clearly presented format, followed by sufficient and effective reinforcement. Each book features three sections of Musical Mastery which include ear training, mastery in rhythm, symbols, reading, and analysis. Students learn to apply their theoretical knowledge in a musical context through such elements as improvisation, transposition, reading lead lines and standard chord progressions. Each book concludes with a section of Theory Mastery which includes a review test and ear training. The creative and fun approach of this series applies the student's understanding of theory to real musical examples, and will enhance and supplement any method book.

Both hands share the melody in this fun piece, providing a perfect study in legato playing. Lyrics included.

Â"Spiders hanging from the trees, skeletons with creaky knees, Jack-o-lanterns glowing bright, it's Halloween tonight...Â" Beginners will love these fun lyrics! Teacher duet included

Get into the groove with this jazzy little gem! The swing eighths, catchy syncopation and authentic-sounding jazz style make this solo a certain student saver. To see other NFMC selections, click here.

8 originals that kids will definitely relate to! The imaginative lyrics and teacher duets add to the fun. Elementary level: Aquarium Dreams · Broken Arm Woes · Flying My Kite · I Wanna Be a Rock Star · Let's Go on Vacation · Monday Mornin' Blues · Pepperoni Pizza · The Tooth Fairy. NFMC Selection 2014-2016. To see other NFMC selections, click here.

Mona Rejino has created a wonderful collection of six piano solos in the style of the keyboard works of the masters. It is designed to provide a link between early level method books and intermediate masterwork repertoire. The pieces in this collection will help students become familiar with the characteristics and sounds of works in contrasting style periods, while providing fresh repertoire selections for students of all ages. Includes: Aurora (New Dawn) · Bourrée in G Major · Classical Sonatina in C Major · Menuet in G Major · Romance · Shimmering Sea.

Escape to the Far East with the plaintive, sonorous tones of Pagoda Bells. This enticing piece makes effective use of the pedal. Its middle section is great for teaching LH-melody playing.

Essential Elements Piano Theory is a comprehensive course designed to help students master theory concepts. New concepts are gradually introduced in a clearly presented format, followed by sufficient and effective reinforcement. Each book features three sections of Musical Mastery which include ear training, mastery in rhythm, symbols, reading, and analysis. Students learn to apply their theoretical knowledge in a musical context through such elements as improvisation, transposition, reading lead lines and standard chord progressions. Each book concludes with a section of Theory Mastery which includes a review test and ear training. The creative and fun approach of this series applies the student's understanding of theory to real musical examples, and will enhance and supplement any method book.

Essential Elements Piano Theory is a comprehensive course designed to help students master theory concepts. New concepts are gradually introduced in a clearly presented format, followed by sufficient and effective reinforcement. Each book features three sections of Musical Mastery which include ear training, mastery in rhythm, symbols, reading, and analysis. Students learn to apply their theoretical knowledge in a musical context through such elements as improvisation, transposition, reading lead lines and standard chord progressions. Each book concludes with a section of Theory Mastery which includes a review test and ear training. The creative and fun approach of this series applies the student's understanding of theory to real musical examples, and will enhance and supplement any method book.

We often associate specific feelings with a place or scene, and revisiting those visual images in our memory helps connect us to the feelings they brought about. Using imagery to paint aural pictures also encourages pianists to perform artistically. The moods of the pieces in this collection are varied, including a toccata, as well as Romantic, Impressionistic, jazz, and ragtime styles. Keys: C Major, D Major, F Major, G Minor. 6 Solos: Carnival Rag · Cathedral Echoes (Harp Song) · Late-Night Jazz · Nocturne · Reverie · Westward Journey.

Piano students can't resist the enticing sway of a tango rhythm. Mona Rejino's Spanish Tango is fun to play, and an effective study in articulation and dynamic contrasts. G minor; 4/4 meter; 38 measures; perf. time: 1'03 inch.

Supercharged with rhythmic energy and fun 3+3+2 patterns, Time Travel will launch students into their practice time with challenging and impressive effects sure to dazzle their intergalactic audience! To see other NFMC selections, click here.