Especially for Christmas, Bk 3


Book Description

The Especially for Christmas series includes arrangements of some of the world's favorite carols as well as familiar Christmas songs. Book 3 features traditional carols such as The Coventry Carol, Joy to the World and O Come, All Ye Faithful as well as popular songs such as (There's No Place Like) Home for the Holidays, I'll Be Home for Christmas and a boogie version of Jingle Bells. Pianists of all ages will enjoy the sophisticated yet accessible arrangements found in this series. 24 pages.




Nightmare Before Christmas 13 Days of Christmas


Book Description

What happens when two holidays collide? Thirteen days of frighteningly festive fun! Count down the days to see Jack, Sally, and their Halloween Town friends put a spooky spin on Christmas traditions! Jack Skellington is here from Halloween Town. You'll notice his handiwork scattered around. This year, he's decided to play Sandy Claws. But when Halloween creates Christmas . . . you might see a few flaws. From the minds of Tim Burton, Disney Imagineers, and acclaimed artist Jerrod Maruyama comes a picture book celebrating the classic animated film and the Disneyland ride it inspired. Renowned Imagineers Steven Davison and Carolyn Gardner's text turns turtle doves and French hens into floating candles and true-love potions, accompanied by beloved Burton characters painted in a new art style that will appeal to fans of all ages. Adorably spooky and frightfully festive, this tale will get fans of all ages into the holiday spirit!




The Christmas Quiet Book


Book Description

The holidays are filled with joyful noise. But Christmas is sometimes wrapped in quiet: “Searching for presents quiet,” “Getting caught quiet,” and “Hoping for a snow day quiet.” Irresistibly cute, soft colored pencil illustrations of bunnies, bears, and more paint a magical holiday picture indeed.




Especially for Christmas, Bk 1


Book Description

The Especially for Christmas series includes arrangements of some of the worlds favorite carols as well as familiar Christmas songs. Book 1 features traditional carols such as Away in a Manger, The First Noel and Silent Night as well as popular songs such as Its the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas and a jazzy, upbeat version of Santa Claus Is Comin to Town. Pianists of all ages will enjoy the sophisticated and pianistic arrangements found in this volume.




Especially for Christmas, Bk 2


Book Description

The Especially for Christmas series includes arrangements of some of the worlds favorite carols, as well as familiar Christmas songs. Book 2 features traditional carols, such as Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen and It Came Upon a Midnight Clear as well as popular songs such as Jingle Bell Rock, Who Comes This Night and Winter Wonderland. Pianists of all ages will enjoy the sophisticated, yet accessible arrangements found in this series. 24 pages.




Especially for Adults, Book 3


Book Description

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. These sophisticated books are the perfect supplement for any adult method book and include a wealth of motivational repertoire. Titles: * Canon in D/New World Symphony Medley * Cappuccino Rag * Georgetown Lake * Just Groovin' * Missing You * Nocturne in E-Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2 * Touch a Rainbow.




A Splash of Color, Book 3


Book Description

Written with teenagers in mind, these seven late-intermediate solos will inspire students to learn through imagery and play with feeling. Each piece is aptly named and will stretch students' imaginations to new heights. Titles: *Lemon Zest *Fields of Lavender *Black and White! *Aquamarine *Tango à la Mango *Titanium Toccata *Dark Chestnut "Tango à la Mango" and "Titanium Toccata" are Federation Festivals 2014-2016 selections.




Especially in Jazzy Style, Book 1


Book Description

The goal of this book is to introduce early intermediate piano students to the rhythms, harmonies and other unique characteristics of jazz. Students will be motivated by the variety of styles and sounds that have that special Dennis Alexander sound. From lyrical melodies to infectious rhythms and harmonies, playing jazz styles has never been more fun! Titles: * As September Goesξ * Jazz Jamξ * Purple Sageξ * Rhythmiconξ * Smooth as Silkξ * Sneakin' 'Roundξ * Soft-Shoe Bluesξ * Soul Searcherξ * Tahitian Nightsξ * A Touch of Rhumbaξ * Valse du jour




Especially for Boys


Book Description

For years, piano teachers remarked that Dennis Alexander's pieces were great for boys and suggested that he write a book of pieces with boys in mind. Drawing on his own teaching experiences, and recalling the kinds of pieces he would have liked to play at a similar age, he composed these engaging late elementary piano solos that incorporate strong rhythms, athletic leaps of the hands and big sounds. A gratifying collection for students who need a little extra motivation to practice!




Folk Song Silhouettes


Book Description

Youngsters and adults alike will be delighted with these enchanting arrangements of folk songs favorites. Folk Song Silhouettes contains eight intermediate solo arrangements complete with lyrics, including "Aura Lee," "Barbra Allen," "Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair" and more!