Finger Food: Piano Book

Johnson taps into something elementary students genuinely care about—food—and builds real musicianship around it. The integration of activity pages on rhythm, technique, musicality, and creativity means students aren't just playing pieces; they're actively thinking about the music they're making. This is the kind of playful, pedagogically thoughtful collection that keeps young pianists engaged while building foundational skills.

Lighthearted and inviting, with a sense of musical play woven through each piece. The solos capture the spirit of their food-inspired titles—some peppy and upbeat, others perhaps more lyrical or whimsical—while staying accessible and fun to perform.

Late elementary pianists who thrive when music connects to their world and curiosity. This collection works equally well for students learning in a studio setting or in group piano classes where engagement and retention matter.

• Connect the food theme to your playing by exaggerating the character of each piece. "Pizza" might need a cheeky bounce, while "Taco Tune" could have a playful, lilting quality. Let the titles spark your musical imagination.
• Work through the activity pages before or after playing each solo. These worksheets reinforce what you're doing at the keyboard and deepen your understanding of the musical choices in the piece.
• Pay attention to the technique challenges Johnson includes. Elementary repertoire often disguises technical work as fun, so identify which pieces target specific hand shapes, finger independence, or rhythmic accuracy.

Perfect for recitals where young students want to share music that makes an audience smile. The themed collection also works beautifully as a studio showcase where multiple students each perform a different "menu item," creating a cohesive concert experience with built-in variety.

• Hand position and finger independence in early-elementary contexts
• Reading notation across both treble and bass clefs
• Rhythmic accuracy and pulse awareness
• Expressive playing through character and articulation
• Music theory concepts reinforced through integrated activity pages