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Alfred's Basic Piano Library: Duet Book 4: Piano Book

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Alfred's Basic Piano Library: Duet Book 4: Piano Book

Alfred's Basic Piano Library: Duet Book 4: Piano Book

By Dennis Alexander

Level: 4

Item: 00-2394
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Each duet is arranged for student-teacher (parent or older student) performance. These charming Duet Books increase motivation and add fun to practice time and lessons. "Autumn Serenade" is on the ABRSM 2025-2026 Piano Syllabus.

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Series: Alfred's Basic Piano Library
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 32
ISBN10: 0-7390-1544-3
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-1544-5
UPC: 038081006109
SKU: 00-2394

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About the Composer: Dennis Alexander

Dennis Alexander

Dennis Alexander has shaped piano education since 1986 through his partnership with Alfred Music Publishing. His catalog of over 400 compositions for students at every level has made him one of the most widely performed educational piano composers globally, and his work appears consistently on major examination syllabuses, including ABRSM and RCM.

Alexander's career spans both performance and pedagogy. He served as piano department chair at the University of Montana for 24 years, taught at California State Universities Fullerton and Northridge, and maintains an active composing schedule from his home in Albuquerque. His chamber collaborations have taken him across Asia and to Carnegie Recital Hall. A frequent clinician at national music teachers conventions, Alexander continues to be commissioned by organizations nationwide to create repertoire for students and ensembles.

Why we love this

Alexander writes duets that actually sound like music rather than exercises. The arrangements respect the student's hand size and reading ability while the accompaniment part sings genuinely, giving the teacher or older student a rewarding musical experience. The inclusion of 'Autumn Serenade' on the 2025-2026 ABRSM syllabus means students preparing for exams gain real repertoire value while building their collaborative skills.

What to expect

These duets combine accessibility with genuine charm. The melodies unfold naturally across the keyboard, supported by accompaniments that create harmonic texture and forward momentum without overwhelming the developing student.

Who it's for

This book serves students in their early intermediate years (Level 4) who benefit from the motivation that comes from playing with a partner. It works equally well for parent-student pairs wanting meaningful musical engagement, older students assisting with studio teaching, and classroom piano instruction where collaborative playing deepens musicianship.

How to get the most out of it

  • Establish a steady tempo before beginning. Walk through the opening measures together to ensure the student understands where the melody sits in relation to the accompaniment.
  • Listen actively for balance. The student's single-line melody should project clearly, so adjust your dynamics in the accompaniment part to support rather than cover their voice.
  • Practice the accompaniment separately first. Knowing your part thoroughly frees you to listen and respond musically during rehearsals.

How to use it

If you have students preparing for ABRSM examinations, the inclusion of 'Autumn Serenade' on the current syllabus makes this collection especially valuable. Use duet book reading as a regular part of lesson time to strengthen ensemble listening and rhythmic precision before students encounter more demanding chamber music.

Skills your students will build

  • Listening and responding to harmonic accompaniment while maintaining melodic independence
  • Maintaining steady tempo in ensemble contexts
  • Balancing volume and projection with another pianist
  • Coordinating entries and phrase endings through musical communication
  • Reading at the developing intermediate level with confidence

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