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Especially in Romantic Style, Book 1: Piano Book

$6.95 USD

Especially in Romantic Style, Book 1: Piano Book

Name: Especially in Romantic Style, Book 1: Piano Book
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-32763
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11 Lyrical Solos for Early Intermediate Pianists

By Dennis Alexander

Level: Early Intermediate

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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 beautiful sound and to play with expression, musicality and finesse. The descriptive titles will spark students' imaginations as well. Titles: Autumn Mood * Footprints in the Sand * Forgotten Postcards * Gentle Breezes * La Serenata * Lost Romance Blues * So Long Ago * Summer Dreams * Sweet Jasmine * Tahitian Nights * Tone Poem.

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Series: Especially

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 24

ISBN10: 0-7390-6091-0

ISBN13: 978-0-7390-6091-9

UPC: 038081356594

SKU: 00-32763

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About the Composer: Dennis Alexander

Dennis Alexander has shaped educational piano literature for nearly four decades through his work with Alfred Music Publishing, producing over 400 compositions and recordings that have made him a widely recognized voice in piano pedagogy. His career spans teaching positions at the University of Montana (where he directed the piano department for 24 years), Cal State Fullerton, and Cal State Northridge, alongside an active recital schedule that includes performances at Carnegie Recital Hall and collaborations with internationally recognized soloists and chamber ensembles.

Beyond the studio and concert stage, Alexander has been a influential clinician at state and national music teachers conventions, served as president of the Montana State Music Teachers Association, and judged national competitions across the globe. His commissions from organizations throughout the country reflect the deep respect he commands among music educators. A native of Kansas and graduate of the University of Kansas, he currently resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where he continues composing and conducting workshops.

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Why we love this

Alexander writes with genuine understanding of what early intermediate pianists need to hear and play. These pieces balance technical accessibility with expressive depth, giving students real musical rewards without overwhelming them technically, and the evocative titles invite the kind of imaginative engagement that transforms practice into storytelling.

What to expect

Warm, unhurried, and dreamily expressive. These pieces unfold with the gentle sophistication of Romantic-era writing scaled thoughtfully for growing hands and ears; they invite pianists to sink into beautiful sonorities and discover how much musicality lives in restraint.

Who it's for

Early intermediate pianists who respond to lyricism and want to develop expressive playing without confronting advanced technical demands. This collection works particularly well for students who benefit from narrative or imagery as motivation for musical choices.

How to get the most out of it

Let the rubato breathe naturally within the phrase; these lyrical melodies ask for gentle flexibility rather than metronomic precision.
Explore the harmonic colors by experimenting with pedal changes on the harmonic shifts Alexander marks, which reveals the richness his writing intends.
Shape each melody as if singing it vocally, paying special attention to the arcs and contours suggested by the phrasing rather than playing each phrase as an isolated unit.
Use the descriptive titles as anchors for interpretation; "Autumn Mood" invites a different tonal palette and approach than "Summer Dreams."

How to use it

Frame these as recital staples for early intermediate students, or program one or two alongside more technically demanding contemporary works to demonstrate range and expressivity. They also serve beautifully in studio recitals or student showcases where audience connection matters as much as technical display.