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Scherzino (for left hand alone): Piano Sheet

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Scherzino (for left hand alone): Piano Sheet

Name: Scherzino (for left hand alone): Piano Sheet
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-18994
Price: 3.50 USD
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By George Peter Tingley

Level: Early Intermediate

Item: 00-18994

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This little scherzo for the left hand alone is a two-page piece suitable for early intermediate students. In the key of F minor, it moves at a fast, accented pace with some leaps of an octave or more. Contrasting dynamics are also featured. A Federation Festivals 2016-2020 selection. A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.

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Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 4

ISBN10: 0-7390-0317-8

ISBN13: 978-0-7390-0317-6

UPC: 038081176154

SKU: 00-18994

More about this title

About the Composer: George Peter Tingley

George Peter Tingley is a composer, pianist, and educator based in Point Richmond, California. His musical foundation began early: violin study from age four, followed by piano composition and improvisation starting at age ten. A formative period in his teens involved intensive ear training and stylistic absorption through playing along with records, particularly the Beatles. Tingley holds a Bachelor of Arts in Piano Performance from California State University, Hayward, and both Bachelor and Master degrees in Music Theory from USC. During the 1970s he studied composition privately with Nadia Boulanger in Paris.

Since 1989, Tingley has focused on writing for music education and now has over 75 published piano pieces in circulation. His work has been recognized by the National Federation of Music Clubs, and his compositions have reached audiences beyond the practice room: in 1992 he composed "Kristi's Theme" for Olympic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi, which was arranged for full orchestra, recorded with Tingley as piano soloist, and performed in televised skating programs.

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Why we love this

Tingley understands the left hand completely. Most early intermediate left-hand studies are dull technical exercises, but Scherzino treats the left hand as a complete voice with its own character: fast articulation, dynamic shaping, and genuine musical substance. The octave leaps and accented rhythms give students real technical challenge without resorting to empty finger patterns, and the scherzo form keeps them engaged across both pages.

What to expect

Scherzino sparkles with playful energy. The rapid articulation and frequent dynamic shifts create a piece that feels sprightly and purposeful rather than ponderous, while the octave leaps add drama and technical bite. Despite its brevity, it has genuine scherzo character: witty, fleet-footed, and engaging.

Who it's for

Early intermediate pianists ready to move beyond duet arrangements and exercise books. Students who play solidly in both hands separately but need a piece that challenges the left hand independently while building confidence in faster passagework, leaps, and dynamic control.

How to get the most out of it

Shape each phrase with attention to the contrasting dynamics marked throughout. The left hand carries the entire musical story, so let articulation and dynamic shifts do the work of expression.
Anchor the fast-moving passages with a steady pulse. The tempo should feel snappy without rushing; think clarity over speed.
Execute the octave leaps cleanly and confidently. Practice them slowly at first to find the exact hand position, then gradually restore tempo to maintain accuracy at performance speed.
Listen for the scherzo character. A touch of lightness and energy in the articulation helps distinguish Scherzino from a pure technical etude.

How to use it

Program this as a solo item on a student recital or festival performance to showcase left-hand facility and independence. The two-page length makes it ideal for a quick-moving program without overstaying its welcome, and the Federal Festivals recognition (2016-2020 and 2020-2024 selections) confirms its competitive credibility.