May The Bird Of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose: E-Z Play Today
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May The Bird Of Paradise Fly Up Your Nose: E-Z Play Today

As performed by "Little" Jimmy Dickens

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
Page Count: 3
SKU: 35-DS00695649

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About the Artist: "Little" Jimmy Dickens

James Cecil Dickens earned his nickname "Little" Jimmy Dickens not for his stature but for his outsized personality and impact on country music. A Grand Ole Opry regular and recording artist since the 1940s, Dickens built a career on novelty songs and infectious humor, bringing vaudeville sensibility to Nashville. His recordings demonstrate how comedy and musicianship coexist; beneath the novelty appeal lies solid musicianship and an understanding of what audiences, including young listeners, find genuinely entertaining.

Dickels' catalog spans decades of country and children's music, proving that songs written to make people laugh require just as much craft as any serious composition. His legacy rests partly on recordings that bridge generations, giving teachers and pianists material that delights listeners of all ages without sacrificing musical integrity.

Why we love this

This novelty number carries infectious charm without winking at the audience; it plays it straight musically while the lyrics do all the comedy work. Students get genuine entertainment value from learning and performing it, which matters because they'll practice with enthusiasm and audiences will respond with real engagement. The three-page length keeps it manageable while providing enough material to shape a complete, satisfying performance.

What to expect

Playful and deliberately absurd, the piece bounces along with country sensibilities and good humor. The music supports rather than undercuts the nonsense of the lyrics, creating a performance experience that feels both earnest and delightfully silly.

Who it's for

Young pianists working on repertoire that actually makes them smile, and teachers building programs that include humor and accessibility alongside traditional concert material. Directors of children's recitals, school musicals, or community programs will find this performs exceptionally well with family audiences.

How to get the most out of it

  • Keep the tempo light and bouncy; resist the urge to rush even though the humor tempts you forward. A steady pace lets the lyrics land clearly.
  • Lean into the character of the piece rather than playing it straight. A little personality in the phrasing acknowledges the song's playful nature without overselling the joke.
  • Nail the rhythmic precision in accompanimental figures. Novelty songs live or die by their groove; sloppy rhythm undercuts the whole effect.

How to use it

Position this as a breather in a recital or concert program, perhaps following a more demanding contemporary piece or preceding a romantic standard. It works especially well in mixed recitals where you want to showcase range and personality, or as the finale of a children's or family concert where audiences leave smiling.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining steady tempo through rhythmic accompaniment patterns
  • Balancing lyrical clarity with musical support
  • Interpreting character and style in novelty material
  • Coordinating melody and accompaniment at a moderate tempo

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