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Just Imagine!, Book 2: Piano Book

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Just Imagine!, Book 2: Piano Book

Just Imagine!, Book 2: Piano Book

7 Late Elementary Piano Solos That Encourage Expressive, Imaginative Playing

By Martha Mier

Level: Late Elementary / Early Intermediate

Item: 00-11706
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A variety of moods, color and style are explored in this wonderful collection of supplementary solos by Martha Mier. Each volume contains seven pieces which help the student feel the mood of the music.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 16
ISBN10: 0-7390-0679-7
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-0679-5
UPC: 038081084145
SKU: 00-11706

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About the Composer: Martha Mier

Martha Mier

Martha Mier has shaped piano pedagogy through decades of accessible, stylistically diverse compositions. Since joining Alfred Music Publishing in 1989, she has become one of the most performed educational composers in the country, with students worldwide gravitating toward her work. Her background includes formal study at Florida State University, ownership of a piano studio in Lake City, Florida, and active involvement in church music and professional accompanying.

Mier's standing in the profession reflects her commitment to teaching excellence. She holds state and national certification through the Music Teachers National Association, the Florida State Music Teachers Association, and the National Guild of Piano Teachers. Her compositions have been selected repeatedly for the National Federation of Music Clubs Junior Festival Bulletin, and she serves as a clinician and adjudicator at major conferences including the World Piano Pedagogy Conference and the MTNA Conference. Beyond her own original works, Mier co-authored Alfred's Premier Piano Course and has published more than 200 educational titles.

Why we love this

These seven pieces succeed because Mier understands what engages late elementary and early intermediate students without oversimplifying their musical intelligence. The collection's strength lies in its stylistic variety and emotional clarity—each piece has genuine character and mood that students can actually feel when they play, making this far more rewarding than generic technical exercises dressed up as "pieces."

What to expect

Seven distinct musical moments that explore different emotional landscapes. The pieces invite pianists to discover how a few compositional choices can completely transform character, from lyrical and reflective passages to energetic, rhythmically engaging sections.

Who it's for

Late elementary and early intermediate pianists ready to move beyond basic technical study into repertoire with genuine musical substance. This collection works especially well for students who respond to clear melodic material and distinct moods.

How to get the most out of it

  • Attend to the emotional arc of each piece before diving into technical details. Mier's writing supports interpretive freedom, so encourage students to discover how tempo, tone color, and phrasing shape the mood.
  • Use the variety of moods across the collection to develop students' ability to shift musical character between pieces. Working through multiple pieces in one practice session builds stylistic flexibility.
  • Explore the written dynamics and tempo markings as guides for expression. Mier's notation is intentional about creating contrast, so students should treat them as essential to the piece rather than optional decoration.

How to use it

This book fills the space between required lesson material and formal recital pieces. Pull individual selections for studio recitals, student showcase events, or practice portfolios that demonstrate stylistic range. The variety also makes it ideal for students preparing for adjudicated festivals where programming diverse moods strengthens overall presentation.

Skills your students will build

  • Emotional interpretation and mood communication through tempo, dynamics, and tone
  • Recognition and execution of varied musical styles within one collection
  • Phrasing and legato control across different harmonic contexts
  • Confidence with written expression markings and their musical purpose

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