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In Recital with Little Pieces for Little Fingers: Piano Book

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In Recital with Little Pieces for Little Fingers: Piano Book

In Recital with Little Pieces for Little Fingers: Piano Book

Edited by Helen Marlais

Item: 98-FJH2152
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Book 2 of original solos delivers more attractive pieces by top FJH composers that will engage students while reinforcing reading, rhythm, and musicality skills. The artistic illustrations along with fanciful lyrics supply students with more ways to imagine and create music. After completing this book, students will be ready for Book 1 of the In Recital® series.

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Additional Details
Series: The FJH Pianist's Curriculum
Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.
ISBN10: 1-56939-921-2
ISBN13: 978-1-56-939921-7
UPC: 674398228775
SKU: 98-FJH2152

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Why we love this

This collection bridges the gap between early elementary technique and solo recital readiness by pairing imaginative artwork and text with genuinely engaging original music. Students move through these pieces with a sense of musical narrative rather than mechanical progression, which keeps motivation high during the critical early-to-intermediate transition. The carefully curated mix of composers ensures varied musical character and consistent pedagogical sequencing.

What to expect

These pieces invite imagination through their titles, illustrations, and playful character. Each one feels like a small journey with genuine musical content: students encounter varied moods, rhythmic patterns, and hand positions without feeling overwhelmed.

Who it's for

Early elementary pianists who have completed foundational technique and are ready to build confidence through short, attractive solos designed for performance. Teachers using FJH's sequenced curriculum will find this book essential as the bridge between technique-focused work and the intermediate In Recital series.

How to get the most out of it

  • Read the fanciful lyrics aloud before playing through each piece; they unlock the musical mood and help students connect physically to the intended character.
  • Work with students to discover which illustrated details suggest tempo, dynamic shape, or articulation choices, encouraging them to compose their own interpretive choices rather than receiving them passively.
  • Record short video or audio performances of individual pieces so students can hear themselves improve across the book and build confidence before recital settings.

How to use it

Assign individual pieces as students progress through the book, allowing each to become a recital-ready solo at the student's own pace. The aesthetic pairing of text and image makes these natural candidates for student showcase performances, informal studio recitals, or student-led demonstrations of repertoire mastery.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading simple rhythmic patterns with consistent phrasing
  • Finger independence and hand position stability across multiple positions
  • Dynamic shaping and articulation interpretation
  • Musical storytelling through character-driven pieces
  • Sight-reading confidence at the early elementary level

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