Back Bay Blues: Piano Duo (2 Pianos, 4 Hands) Sheet (2 copies included)

$6.99 USD

Back Bay Blues: Piano Duo (2 Pianos, 4 Hands) Sheet (2 copies included)

Name: Back Bay Blues: Piano Duo (2 Pianos, 4 Hands) Sheet (2 copies included)
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-14762
Price: 6.99 USD
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By Sharon Aaronson

Level: Late Intermediate

Item: 00-14762

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The city of Boston is the setting for this piece for late intermediate piano ensemble---two pianos, four hands. Based on the C blues scale, Part II provides a rhythmic boogie-style accompaniment to the melody in Part I. The piece ends with dramatic tremelos in both parts. Two copies are included. A Federation Festivals 2024-2028 selection.

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Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 16

UPC: 038081135267

SKU: 00-14762

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About the Composer: Sharon Aaronson

Sharon Aaronson is a composer whose work balances accessibility with genuine musical substance, particularly in ensemble writing for developing musicians. Her pieces demonstrate a strong understanding of what intermediate players can achieve when given clear harmonic frameworks and rhythmic momentum to propel them forward.

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Why we love this

Aaronson gives both pianists real material to play. This isn't a melody-plus-oom-pah situation; Part II's boogie-style accompaniment is engaging and idiomatic, making the duo feel balanced and alive. The blues scale foundation keeps harmonic thinking straightforward while the dramatic tremolo ending sends students off stage with genuine impact.

What to expect

Boston's urban energy pulses through the blues scale framework. The interplay between melody and rhythm feels conversational at first, then builds toward something more charged and theatrical, culminating in a tremolo section that transforms both pianos into a single shimmering gesture.

Who it's for

This duet works for intermediate piano students ready to experience ensemble playing without losing focus on their own part. It's equally valuable for festival preparation (it's a 2024-2028 Federation selection) and for students who benefit from the rhythmic drive of blues-based writing to stay engaged through a longer piece.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rhythmic groove between both parts before tackling anything else. The boogie pulse is the spine of the piece; once that's solid, the melody and accompaniment fall into place naturally.
Balance the tremolo section carefully in your final rehearsals. Both pianos need to build intensity together, but the Part I melody should still cut through the texture if there's a pitch component to the tremolo.
Let the C blues scale's inherent character shape your sound. Lean into the flatted 3rd and 7th; they give the piece its personality and distinguish it from generic accompaniment patterns.

How to use it

Place this on a recital alongside more traditional classical fare to break up the evening and show your students' range. It's substantial enough (16 pages) to anchor a student showcase or serve as a centerpiece in a contemporary music set, and the blues idiom makes it accessible to an audience that might not otherwise connect with newer works.