This lovely Japanese folk song is dedicated to the beautiful pink cherry blossoms common across Japan during the springtime. This late elementary arrangement in E minor uses crossovers, pedal, primary chords, and dynamics to create a moving performance piece.
Get ready to dance! This famous Italian tarantella is quite popular at weddings and has been arranged here for late beginner to early intermediate piano, with lots of staccatos, dynamic changes, and exciting transitions. This energetic piano solo is perfect for a performance setting–even a wedding!
The beautiful English folk melody “Greensleeves” was immortalized as a Christmas carol by William Chatterton Dix. This arrangement for late intermediate to early advanced piano features a somber sound supported by more minor chords than are commonly used with this melody. The arrangement begins simply and grows in complexity; at its climax, rolled chords and rich harmonies are supported by moving LH arpeggios that eventually transition back to the simpler style of the beginning. It is perfect for a holiday church service or Christmas performance.
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While not originally associated with Christmas, “What Child Is This?” and many other holiday carols are set to this English folk melody. The beautiful, lilting tune is arranged here with a simple, single-note bass line accompaniment. Greensleeves lends itself well to teaching a new pianist about dotted quarter note rhythms and minor melodies.