Dennis Alexander: spartiti medio

Spiccato is a staccato style of playing a stringed instrument where the bow literally bounces on the strings. Here, the performer's fingers will be bouncing on the keys in this high-spirited dance. Ch...

This early advanced piano solo by Dennis Alexander is an adagio for right hand alone. The music spans both bass and treble clefs and modulates from E-flat major to D major and back. This lyrical piece...

This collection of preludes in all major and minor keys contains a wealth of pedagogical challenges for the late-intermediate to early-advanced level student. Each prelude is designed to explore one o...

Here are seven early advanced compositions that were written as a beautiful tribute to the composer's son, Darren. Appropriate for any performance situation, the pieces will resonate with teens and ad...

There is a hint of mystery in this serene, harmonically contemporary concert piece, in 9/8 time, which is ideal for the late intermediate pianist and features a beautiful right hand melodic mixture of...

Sweeping arpeggios create a tranquil feeling in this late intermediate piano solo for right hand alone. This two-page piece is in the key of F major with a modulating middle section.

Dennis Alexander was commissioned by the Double Sharp Music Club of Warroad, MN to write this piano solo in memory of Katie Jo Olafson. Katie was a 16-year-old sophomore at Warroad High School when sh...

The natural beauty and majesty of the Northwest is portrayed with rich chords, lyrical melodies, syncopated rhythms, lively tempos and changing meters.

Discover the musical magic of Dennis Alexander with "Dennis Alexander's Favorite Solos, Book 3," published by the renowned Alfred Publishing. This carefully curated collection brings together the most...

Carefully crafted in the key of F major with a change of key to A-flat major, the lyricism of the melody in this romantic solo is truly satisfying. Balance between the hands is essential to bring out...

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. The...

The maestoso opening of this solo in 3/4 meter leads to an allegro molto tempo. From there, the piece takes off on a wild chase using triplet arpeggios, chromatic scales and ostinato patterns until it...

color, pedaling, rubato/rhythmic freedom, characterization and choreography. In-depth information helps students understand the concepts of balance, voicing, pedal techniques, playing rubato, and how...

This series was written for pianists who love the expressive qualities of the piano and the sounds of the romantic style. Warm, lyrical melodies and rich harmonies will inspire pianists to create a be...

Dennis Alexander's The Carolinas is a musical vision of North and South Carolina. The three movements represent distinct characteristics of these states. The suite begins with 'Dogwoods in Bloom,' a t...

Scenes from New Jersey creates musical snapshots of the diverse aspects of the state. The grandeur of 'The Kittatinny Mountains' is explored in the first movement with sweeping chords that build momen...

Taylor's Lullaby features beautiful music that will win over the hearts of all who hear it. This piece, in the key of B-flat major, gracefully encompasses the tranquil mood of a lullaby in 4/4 meter....

Dennis Alexander has written a lively, dance-like piece that moves all over the keyboard. In cut time, this solo requires careful counting, and close attention to details will aid in identifying and e...

Written in the key of D major, this late-intermediate piece combines multiple elements in 4/4 meter that are sure to catch students' eyes. The left hand provides a solid accompaniment through the use...

The three movements of Spring Promises highlight the energy of spring that follows a long winter. The first movement, 'A Garden's Promise,' features a lyrical melody line over a chord progression that...

This challenging piano solo for the late intermediate student is a spirited sixteenth-note rhythmic exercise that showcases techniques such as velocity, crossed-hand passages, and chromatic scales. Th...

Even though the left hand alone is featured in this beautiful 'Andante Espressivo' piece, the artist will be playing above the center of the keyboard as well as below. It is set in D Major with a pred...

This sensational set of late intermediate to early advanced piano solo pieces captures the spirit and grandeur of the magnificent world around us and encourages students to help preserve the natural w...

Keys to Stylistic Mastery teaches the basic principles of the five stylistic periods (Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Impressionist and Contemporary) to piano students. The pieces were chosen to provide...