Description: “Cinnamon Stick” came about after watching a child licking a cinnamon twist. I noticed the red and white stripe going round and round which inspired me to compose this piece.

Purpose: This piece teaches students to count in 6/8 time. The left hand has back and forth as well as up and down motion which almost has a carousel-like feeling. This is also like a child licking a cinnamon stick, as well.

Suggestions for Instruction: Keep a good allegro tempo going throughout. This is a happy piece! Play it “happily.”

Key: C Major

Publisher: Willis Music
Series: Willis
Piano Level: Mid-Elementary
Pages: 3
Credits: Judy Gerlach Mid-Elementary Level
Composer(s): Judy Gerlach