Power Drive: Piano Sheet

Name: Power Drive: Piano Sheet
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-W9411
Price: 2.95 USD
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By Edwin McLean

Item: 98-W9411

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The L.H. plays the interval of a 5th an octave lower throughout this cool rock piece in D minor while R.H. plays short call and response riffs. Put this in your "pupil saver" file! Although it might be referred to as a "boy" piece, girls will really enjoy it too.

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Series: Written For You

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

UPC: 674398231331

SKU: 98-W9411

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Why we love this

Rock pieces at this level rarely feel this genuinely cool without becoming clunky or oversimplified. McLean nails the energy here, giving students a riff-based texture they can sink their teeth into while keeping hand independence manageable. The D minor tonality and call-and-response structure make it feel like real music, not a exercise dressed up in rock clothes.

What to expect

Energetic and driving, with a satisfying minor-key attitude. The steady fifth pattern in the left hand creates forward motion while the right hand's short riffs give the piece personality and swing.

Who it's for

Late elementary pianists ready to play something with genuine attitude and style. This works equally well for students who gravitate toward contemporary repertoire and those who need a confidence boost from playing something that sounds impressive right away.

How to get the most out of it

Lock in the left hand fifth pattern as a steady heartbeat first, then layer the right hand riffs on top. This foundational separation keeps the rock groove grounded.
Lean into the dynamic contrast between call and response phrases. The riffs need rhythmic snap and articulation to feel punchy.
Experiment with tempo to find the groove sweet spot. Too slow loses the rock edge; too fast makes the hand independence work harder than it needs to.

How to use it

Program this in a student recital alongside classical pieces to show range and keep audiences engaged. Its accessible energy also makes it ideal for studio showcases or informal performance settings where contemporary style matters.