Rhymin' Simon: Piano

Name: Rhymin' Simon: Piano
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-DS4025
Price: 2.25 USD
Availability: InStock

By Carol Matz

Item: 98-DS4025

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Charming piece about a parakeet that can rhyme will delight students with its fanciful lyrics. It has a flowing ¾ melody written mainly in middle C position.

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Series: Spotlight Solo Sheets

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

SKU: 98-DS4025

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About the Composer: Carol Matz

Carol Matz brings decades of classroom experience to every piece she writes. A composer, arranger, and author of over 300 published works, she has spent her career understanding what motivates young pianists and what actually works in real teaching studios. Her workshops have taken her across North America and to music educators in England, New Zealand, and Australia, where she shares practical approaches to repertoire and pedagogy.

Matz studied composition, arranging, and orchestration at the University of Miami and has worked across multiple genres and ensembles, from orchestra and jazz big band to chamber music and studio arrangements. Her Famous & Fun series, published by Alfred Music, has become a staple in elementary piano programs. Her gift for marrying engaging storytelling with solid musical technique shines throughout her catalog.

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Why we love this

This piece captures what makes elementary piano special: a charming narrative paired with music that sits perfectly under students' hands. The flowing 3/4 melody and middle C position focus mean students can concentrate on musical expression and phrasing rather than wrestling with technique, and the whimsical subject matter invites playful interpretation.

What to expect

Rhymin' Simon has a gentle, whimsical quality that makes you smile. The flowing 3/4 melody feels almost like a little song, and the fanciful image of a rhyming parakeet invites students to play with character and personality rather than simply executing notes on a page.

Who it's for

Elementary piano students in their first year or two of study benefit most from this piece. Its middle C position and straightforward 3/4 rhythm make it accessible for students still building reading fluency and hand independence.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the phrases with gentle dynamic swells to match the natural contours of the melody, letting the rhyming lyrics guide your musical phrasing.
Maintain an even, unhurried tempo in 3/4 that lets the melody breathe; resist the urge to rush through the lighter moments.
Explore different characters for different sections if the piece permits repetition, encouraging imaginative storytelling through the keyboard.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a solo piece for a studio recital where young students perform short character pieces back-to-back. It also pairs well with other elementary solos that tell a story, offering variety in mood while maintaining accessibility for the audience.