Ready to Rock!

Broken arm? No problem! Stage Left Volume 2 features 18 engaging left-handed solos with contemporary teacher duets included. This volume is also great for beginners who need more practice with bass clef reading and independent left hand dexterity work. This book contains selections for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Piano Playground is a fun collection of rote pieces that are approachable for all learners, with titles and lyrics that inspire play at the piano. These pattern-based pieces are well-suited for developing technique, establishing an inner pulse, and supporting on-staff reading while building skill and confidence. Music and lesson plans by Kris Skaletski with teacher duets composed by Jennifer Eklund. Super Soundtrack available and includes orchestrated backing tracks with two tempo options and duet recordings.

Let’s Rock is an upbeat pop-style solo for primers and beginners of all ages and offers a great opportunity to teach easy syncopated rhythms. While this solo stands alone it also includes a contemporary teacher duet part that adds an extra layer of fun to this showcase solo.

Ready to Quest! features ten beginning level solos with teacher duets composed by Chrissy Ricker. This collection of video-game inspired pieces will delight students of all ages!

Under the ‘C’ is an engaging collection of bass clef rote pieces that are approachable for all learners, with titles and lyrics inspired by the deep sea and its creatures. These pattern-based pieces are well-suited for developing technique, establishing an inner pulse, and supporting on-staff reading while building skill and confidence. Music and lesson plans by Kris Skaletski with teacher duets composed by Jennifer Eklund. Super Soundtrack includes orchestrated backing tracks and teacher duet parts with and without the student part.

Carriage Ride, composed by Robyn Fehrenbacher, is a delightful classical-style solo for beginners of all ages that also includes an enjoyable teacher duet. This adorable piece is a refreshing addition to lessons and recitals!

Balloon Pop is an upbeat primer level solo from Roadtrip: Rockstar Rally Volume 2, and includes a teacher duet part. This piece serves as a great introduction to staccato technique. Music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.

Rock ’n’ Cha is an upbeat Latin-style solo with fun and easy harmonic intervals for primers and beginners of all ages. While this solo stands alone it also includes a Latin-style romping teacher duet part which makes for a great showcase piece for recitals.

Just Kidding is an upbeat primer level solo, from Roadtrip: Rockstar Rally, and includes a teacher duet part. Music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.

Bring Your “A” Game is an easy minor-key solo for beginners that is part of Jennifer Eklund’s Pronto Pizazz Volume 2 collection. This short study focuses on articulations and easy crossovers, and includes an upbeat teacher accompaniment.

Let’s Get Poppin’ is an upbeat primer level solo from Roadtrip: Rockstar Rally Volume 2, and includes a teacher duet part. This piece serves as a great introduction to simple left-hand crossovers and staccato. Music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.

Let’s Rock is an upbeat left-handed solo for beginners that includes a teacher duet. Music by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Stage Left! Volume 2 songbook.

That’s the Ticket! is an upbeat primer level solo, from Roadtrip: Rockstar Rally, and includes a teacher duet part. This piece serves as a great introduction to playing dotted rhythms and staccato. Music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.

Tractor Time is a primer level solo from Roadtrip: Rockstar Rally Volume 2, and includes a flashy teacher duet part. This piece serves as a great introduction to recognizing and playing harmonic 4ths and 5ths. Music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.

Pronto Pizazz: Rising Starz Volume 2 features twelve multi-key solos for early primer level students. Flexible songs can be taught by note, rote, or number. All twelve selections include lush, contemporary teacher duet parts that will be a hit at your next recital!

Someday is one of our most popular easy pop-style tunes for late beginners. This multi-pack includes both solo versions and two duet versions of this favorite that will delight students of all ages. Music composed by Jennifer Eklund.

Barnyard Boogies is an upbeat primer level solo from Roadtrip: Rockstar Rally Volume 2, and includes a teacher duet part. This piece serves as a great introduction to eighth notes and ties. Music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.

Pronto Pizazz Volume 1 includes 16 recital-ready fun solos for beginners of all ages. Each piece includes a fun, engaging teacher duet part. Music composed by Jennifer Eklund.