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The Alien in My Tree House: Piano Sheet

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The Alien in My Tree House: Piano Sheet

The Alien in My Tree House: Piano Sheet

By Carol Matz

Level: Early Elementary

Item: 00-21398
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Take a trip to outer space with a friendly alien through the music and words in this solo. Using Middle C position, the melody is divided between the hands. The right hand second finger must move between D-sharp and D-natural throughout the piece. The clever lyrics will inspire young students to play musically and follow the dynamics. An optional teacher duet provides a harmonic background and steady beat, making this a perfect recital or performance class piece.

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Series: Signature Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 4
ISBN10: 0-7390-3288-7
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-3288-6
UPC: 038081219660
SKU: 00-21398

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About the Composer: Carol Matz

Carol Matz

Carol Matz brings three decades of publishing experience to every piece she writes for young pianists. She has composed, arranged, and authored more than 300 works for piano students while maintaining an active teaching studio and earning recognition for her Famous & Fun series through Alfred Music. Her training in composition, arranging, and orchestration at the University of Miami shaped a versatile approach to writing that spans orchestral, jazz, and chamber settings.

As a clinician and workshop presenter, Matz has shared her pedagogical insights across North America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. She has also contributed studio arrangements to recording artists in the Miami area, bringing her professional arranging experience directly into the classroom.

Why we love this

Matz writes with genuine understanding of early elementary technique and musical growth. The alternating D-sharp/D-natural fingering challenge is exactly the kind of thoughtful technical detail that teaches hand independence without overwhelming young students, and pairing it with lyrical content and dynamic markings transforms a technical exercise into genuine musicmaking.

What to expect

A whimsical journey through Middle C position that sparkles with unexpected harmonics and rhythmic charm. The alternating chromatic motion gives the piece an otherworldly shimmer, while the lyrics ground it in child-friendly wonder and humor.

Who it's for

Early elementary piano students ready to move beyond five-finger patterns and explore hand independence while learning that storytelling and lyrics can guide musical interpretation. This piece works well for students who thrive with imaginative content and respond to the emotional arc of a song.

How to get the most out of it

  • Practice the right hand D-sharp and D-natural alternation slowly and separately before adding the left hand; this finger coordination strengthens with repetition and becomes fluid once the pattern is secure.
  • Use the optional teacher duet during rehearsals to anchor the tempo and harmonic context, then remove it gradually as the student gains confidence with the melodic line.
  • Draw attention to the dynamic markings throughout the piece and ask the student to describe the story moment each one represents; connecting the music to the lyrical narrative deepens musical expression.
  • Record the student's performance to listen together afterward, celebrating how the lyrics brought musical choices to life.

How to use it

Program this early in a recital or performance class to engage younger audience members and showcase a student's ability to tell a story through music. It also works beautifully as a bridge piece between technique demonstrations and more advanced repertoire, reminding audiences why students love to play.

Skills your students will build

  • Alternating chromatic motion between D-sharp and D-natural with the right hand second finger
  • Hand independence and coordination between treble and bass clefs from Middle C position
  • Dynamic expression and phrasing connected to lyrical content
  • Rhythmic accuracy while maintaining melodic focus
  • Confidence with optional duet accompaniment in ensemble settings

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