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Brandon's Boogie: Piano Sheet

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Brandon's Boogie: Piano Sheet

Brandon's Boogie: Piano Sheet

By Dennis Alexander

Level: Early Intermediate

Item: 00-44295
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This early intermediate piece in C major contains abundant accidentals and mixed articulations. A prominent boogie bass, rapid position shifts, and hand crossings create a flashy piece that is exciting to play.

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Additional Details
Series: Signature Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 4
ISBN10: 1-4706-2039-1
ISBN13: 978-1-4706-2039-4
UPC: 038081498874
SKU: 00-44295

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About the Composer: Dennis Alexander

Dennis Alexander

Dennis Alexander has shaped music education for decades through prolific output and hands-on teaching. Since 1986, his association with Alfred Music Publishing has produced over 400 compositions and recordings, establishing him as one of the most widely performed educational piano composers internationally. He spent 24 years teaching piano pedagogy at the University of Montana before moving to California, where he taught at Cal State Fullerton and Cal State Northridge. Alexander remains active as a composer, clinician, and performer, maintaining a touring schedule while based in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Beyond the studio and page, Alexander brings deep musicianship to his teaching legacy. A University of Kansas graduate and student of Richard Reber, he has performed at Carnegie Recital Hall and collaborated with internationally recognized soloists and ensembles. He served as president of the Montana State Music Teachers Association and has been invited to conduct master classes and judge national competitions across the globe, including appearances in India, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia, and South Korea. His commissions from major organizations reflect the respect he commands throughout the music education community.

Why we love this

Alexander knows exactly how early intermediate pianists think and what will keep them engaged. The boogie bass pattern gives students a rhythmic anchor they can feel, while the hand crossings and position shifts reward careful practice with genuine flashiness. Few pieces at this level balance technical challenge with pure fun quite this well.

What to expect

Boogie-woogie energy meets contemporary swing. The repeated bass figure creates momentum while the upper voice dances across it with alternating articulations, landing somewhere between blues-inflected jazz and modern pop sensibility.

Who it's for

Early intermediate pianists ready to tackle hand independence and position shifts without losing sight of groove and style. Students who thrive on contemporary idioms and rhythm-driven playing will find this piece especially rewarding.

How to get the most out of it

  • Establish the boogie bass pattern solidly before adding the right hand. Lock in the left hand groove first, then layer the melody and articulations on top.
  • Mark all the accidentals clearly in pencil during your first read-through. The natural signs can sneak up on you in the midst of C major territory.
  • Practice hand crossings slowly with a focus on smooth weight transfer rather than speed. Once the motion feels natural, the flashy effect will follow.
  • Experiment with the articulation markings as textural tools, not just technical requirements. The mix of legato, staccato, and accent creates the piece's personality.

How to use it

Perfect as a showcase recital piece that demonstrates both technical growth and musical maturity without requiring a full concerto. The four-page length and contemporary style also make it an excellent bridge between classical technique and the popular music idioms many students are discovering on their own.

Skills your students will build

  • Hand independence with rhythmic ostinato patterns
  • Reading accidentals in a diatonic context
  • Hand crossing technique and smooth position shifts
  • Mixed articulation control (legato, staccato, accent)
  • Groove-based rhythmic stability and left-hand consistency

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