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Frontier Frolic: Piano Sheet

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Frontier Frolic: Piano Sheet

Frontier Frolic: Piano Sheet

By Martha Mier

Level: Early Intermediate

Item: 00-19704
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Expertly arranged piano solo for any early intermediate piano student.

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Series: Signature Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 4
ISBN10: 0-7390-0722-X
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-0722-8
UPC: 038081181899
SKU: 00-19704

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About the Composer: Martha Mier

Martha Mier

Martha Mier has shaped piano education for generations through her prolific output of accessible, engaging repertoire. Since joining Alfred Music Publishing in 1989, she has published more than 200 educational piano works, earning international recognition as both a composer and clinician. Her Jazz, Rags & Blues series and Romantic Impressions series have become staples in studios worldwide.

Mier's approach to pedagogy is grounded in real studio experience. She maintained a private piano studio in Lake City, Florida for many years while building a parallel career as a professional accompanist and active church musician. Her credentials include membership in the Music Teachers National Association, the Florida State Music Teachers Association, and the National Guild of Piano Teachers, and she holds state and national certification as a piano teacher. She earned her degree from Florida State University, where she was inducted into Sigma Alpha Iota, the national honorary music fraternity. As a frequent presenter at the Music Teachers National Association Conference, the World Piano Pedagogy Conference, and numerous state conventions, as well as an adjudicator and workshop leader in Australia, New Zealand, and across the United States, Mier continues to influence how teachers approach student development at every level.

Why we love this

Mier writes with a clear ear for what early intermediate students can accomplish when the material genuinely excites them. Frontier Frolic captures the energy and character of American roots music without requiring hand independence or technical demands that would overshadow the joy of playing. The arrangement respects the student's still-developing coordination while delivering a piece that sounds polished and rewarding from the first run-through.

What to expect

Bright and energetic, with the swagger of American country music translated to the keyboard. The piece invites you to sit taller on the bench and play with a touch of character, even as the technical demands remain manageable. You'll hear yourself making real music, not just practicing.

Who it's for

Early intermediate pianists who thrive when repertoire connects to popular genres and real musical styles. This piece appeals to students who respond well to American music and want to explore beyond classical tradition without stepping outside their technical reach.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the rhythmic drive steady throughout; this style thrives on consistent pulse. The country flavor depends on locking in a groove rather than rushing through faster passages.
  • Bring out the melodic line clearly in your right hand so the character of the piece emerges. The accompaniment supports but should never compete with the tune.
  • Honor the phrasing marked in the score. Country music depends on where you breathe and where you push forward, so attend to any dynamic or tempo indications Mier has notated.

How to use it

Feature this as a solo in a student recital where variety in genre matters, or program it alongside other Americana repertoire for a themed concert. It also works beautifully in a studio showcase or informal student performance, where its immediate appeal and confident sound leave a strong impression.

Skills your students will build

  • Executing steady rhythmic patterns in both hands while maintaining independence
  • Playing with stylistic character and groove in a non-classical idiom
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment texture
  • Reading and interpreting dynamic and tempo markings for musical effect

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