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Kitten on the Keyboard: Piano

Name: Kitten on the Keyboard: Piano
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-DS4026
Price: 5.95 USD
Availability: InStock

By Carol Matz

Item: 98-DS4026

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Fun and lighthearted, this piece accentuates playing in middle C and C positions. The clever lyrics about a kitten who loves to practice piano will surely inspire students to do the same!

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Series: Spotlight Solo Sheets

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

SKU: 98-DS4026

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About the Composer: Carol Matz

Carol Matz brings three decades of piano teaching experience into every piece she writes. A prolific composer and arranger with over 300 published works to her name, she has shaped piano curricula across North America, the United Kingdom, and beyond through both her compositions and her teaching workshops. Her training in composition, arranging, and orchestration at the University of Miami informs her sophisticated yet accessible approach to student repertoire.

Matz's versatility spans multiple genres and ensembles. Beyond her celebrated Famous & Fun series, she has written for orchestra, jazz big band, brass quintet, and string quartet, and has created studio arrangements for recording artists in Miami. This breadth of compositional experience allows her to craft piano pieces that feel genuinely musical, not merely instructional.

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Why we love this

Matz understands what captures young pianists' imaginations. A narrative element paired with a relatable character (who doesn't smile at the image of a kitten walking across the keys?) makes this piece memorable far beyond the practice room. The strategic focus on middle C and C position fingering keeps the technical work manageable while the whimsical story gives students a reason to care about precision.

What to expect

Playful and endearing, with a sprightly energy that feels like watching something small and mischievous unfold. The piece captures the joy of discovery at the keyboard, with melodies and text that make practicing feel less like a chore and more like participating in something entertaining.

Who it's for

Beginning pianists in grades 1-3 who benefit from storytelling that motivates consistent practice and from music that centers on foundational hand positions without overwhelming technical demands. This piece works equally well for private studio students building technique and confidence as for classroom music contexts.

How to get the most out of it

Bring out the personality of the kitten through thoughtful use of dynamics. Even in this simplified context, light and shade make the difference between charming and bland.
Project the lyrics clearly if this is performed with singing. The humor lands best when the audience hears every word about the musical mischief maker.
Resist the urge to rush. Elementary students often accelerate in pieces marked light or fast. A steady tempo showcases the clever writing better than breathless tempo.

How to use it

Include this in a spring or end-of-year recital to open a program on a light note or to anchor a set of animal-themed solos. Its brevity and appeal to younger audiences make it an excellent opening number that immediately engages families and younger siblings in the audience.