Nice Little Monster by Stacy Fahrion by KKJW Posted on 10/15/2018

This is an amazingly fun piece to play and hear. Definitely geared more toward intermediate to late intermediate that has a solid grasp of rhythm. The improvisatory section in the middle/end portion gives it just the cute kick it needs to be extra fantastic. In terms of teaching, it's a great way to introduce improvisation (jazz style!), swung rhythms over a solid walking bass, and minor sound with ironic title. EXCELLENT piece for Halloween! I love everything in the Whimsy and Wonder songbook, but this is my favorite.

Roadtrip!® Rockstar Rally by Sarah Posted on 10/13/2018

This is a great book for beginners! I have been using it as a supplement for my young students who need extra reading reinforcement before moving on to the next level, and they love it! The duets which are included in the book make their music sound "big" and as a teacher, they keep me having fun as well!

Let's Quest! Volume 2 - Songbook by Chrissy Ricker by Laura Posted on 10/11/2018

This book is not only motivating and sounds great, but has wonderful pedagogy for teen students at an intermediate level. "Moonlight" was the first choice for my student to learn and a definite hit. I'm not a gamer and not a teen but I had to think even I wouldn't mind getting a copy for my own enjoyment someday!

God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (Easy Evenly-Leveled Duet) by Marie Posted on 10/9/2018

I have two groups of pre-teens, boys and girls, learning "End Game" for their Jr Solo Festival piece. They're already so in love with that piece and literally memorized it in just a few days! Imagine their surprise when I introduced this duet to them by playing the recording. Their faces lit up as they exclaimed, "Hey, that's End Game!" More motivation to learn this duet. Can't wait to try the "God Rest Ye" trio out too!

No Turning Back - Music by Heather Nanney by Marie Posted on 10/9/2018

Was so thrilled to find this fun Halloween piece for our late-beginning students! The backing track is one of Heather's best and really got the students excited when I introduced it. Keep the Halloween pieces coming, Heather!

On the Run - Music by Heather Nanney by Marie Posted on 10/9/2018

This piece is a Halloween hit in our studio with our beginners! Patterns are super easy for beginners to learn and memorize and several have chosen to play this as their Jr Festival Solo in the spring. Always love Heather's backing tracks too! They certainly motivate and inspire our students.

Happy Holiday Duos - Songbook by Lisa Smith by Joslyn Posted on 10/5/2018

This book has been very useful for my group lessons at Christmas time. I have had students play some of the songs in recital and they turned out great! Some of the songs are not the most exciting and engaging to play. However, I still think it was a good purchase and I am using the book again for this year.

Piano Pronto®: Movement 2 by Joslyn Posted on 10/5/2018

Movement 2 is such an awesome book! So many great classical pieces along with other fun styles.

Pronto Pizazz Volume 1 by Joslyn Posted on 10/5/2018

This book has worked so well for kids who are struggling with Movement 1. I have been surprised how much they love the pieces!

The Hunt by Lisa Frederick by Joslyn Posted on 10/5/2018

This is an awesome and fun late beginner duet!