Easy Hits for Kids Band 5: Easy Hits Piano Book

This collection gives young pianists immediate access to songs they actually want to play. The arrangements maintain the character and hooks of contemporary hits while respecting the technical limits of early intermediate players, which means less frustration in the practice room and more motivation to keep playing.

Fresh and energetic. These arrangements capture the appeal and momentum of current hits while remaining genuinely playable. Each piece sparkles with the familiarity of the original while feeling accomplished and rewarding to perform.

Early intermediate pianists (roughly Grades 2-3) who are eager to play recognizable contemporary music. This collection works well for private studio students, group class settings, and ensemble or recital performance contexts.

• Bring out the melody line with slightly more weight and presence than the accompaniment; these arrangements often feature straightforward left-hand patterns that should sit comfortably underneath.
• Use the recording or video reference of each original song while learning. Familiarity with the authentic version helps you internalize phrasing and timing that feels natural rather than mechanical.
• Pay attention to dynamics and articulation markings; they are crucial for capturing the character of the original recordings even within simplified voicings.
• Consider tempo carefully. Popular music often benefits from playing at or near the song's original tempo once the technical passages are secure, rather than slower 'practice' speeds.

Feature individual selections in student recitals to showcase contemporary repertoire alongside traditional works. These pieces also work well as ensemble items for group studio performances or as supplementary material in weekly lessons to build enthusiasm between method book assignments.

• Sight-reading contemporary harmonic progressions common in pop and rock music
• Playing hand independence with simple left-hand accompaniment patterns
• Listening for and interpreting style elements from recorded versions
• Maintaining consistent tempo and rhythmic clarity in songs with regular beat patterns
• Understanding melody and accompaniment balance in simplified textures