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The Grand Finale: Piano Duet (1 Piano, 4 Hands) Sheet

The Grand Finale: Piano Duet (1 Piano, 4 Hands) Sheet

By Catherine Rollin

Level: Late Intermediate

Item: 00-19744
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This fanfare-like, exciting piano duet is meant to sound "Proud and uplifting, with great energy and vitality," and the musical textures and dynamics of this composition will certainly deliver that kind of excitement! Written in C Major, 4/4 time, with block and arpeggiated chords, and many shifts in tempo, mood and dynamics. A Federation Festivals 2024-2028 selection.

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Series: The Alfred Duet Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
ISBN10: 0-7390-1304-1
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-1304-5
UPC: 038081186047
SKU: 00-19744

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About the Composer: Catherine Rollin

Catherine Rollin

Catherine Rollin balances an active performance schedule with mentoring accomplished students, having conducted workshops and masterclasses across more than 200 cities throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, and Taiwan. She holds a Bachelor of Musical Arts degree with distinction from the University of Michigan and a Master of Music degree from Oakland University School of Performing Arts.

Rollin's compositions have earned recognition from major music organizations, including commissions from Clavier Companion magazine, the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA), and the Michigan Music Teachers Association. Her work appears regularly in the National Federation of Music Clubs Festivals Bulletin, and she has served as a national judge for the MTNA Student Composition Competition and on the selection panel for the Lynn Freeman Olson Composition Contest. In 2018, the MTNA commissioned Suite Detroit, a trio for flute, alto saxophone, and piano that premiered at the national conference in Orlando. The Steinway Society has featured her in concert as both composer and pianist, showcasing her ASCAP award-winning Museum Masterpieces series.

Why we love this

Rollin crafts duets that genuinely excite both players at the same bench. The constant shifts in tempo, mood, and dynamics keep the energy alive throughout, while the block and arpeggiated chords give hands-4 players satisfying material to grab onto. Its selection as a Federation Festivals 2024-2028 piece means it's an excellent choice for competitive festival repertoire that doesn't sacrifice musicality for flash.

What to expect

From its opening fanfare gestures to its final triumphant moments, this duet radiates pride and forward momentum. The combination of block chords and flowing arpeggios creates a sense of celebration and grandeur without overwhelming either player.

Who it's for

Late intermediate pianists working at the same keyboard who want a duet with real energy and presence. This piece suits students ready to handle frequent changes in character and dynamics while maintaining rhythmic precision.

How to get the most out of it

  • Coordinate the tempo shifts carefully in rehearsal; mark them clearly in both parts and use a metronome or recording reference to find the exact pulse at each new section.
  • Balance the dynamic contrasts by checking both hands at the keyboard together; what feels loud in one part may need adjustment to land properly in the duet texture.
  • Practice the arpeggiated passages hands separately first, then layer them together to ensure the rhythmic alignment between primo and secondo feels natural, not mechanical.

How to use it

Use this as a festival or recital closer; its "Proud and uplifting" character gives concerts a strong finish. It also works well for student showcases where you want to highlight collaborative playing between two pianists at one instrument.

Skills your students will build

  • Executing clean tempo changes and sudden mood shifts within a cohesive musical phrase
  • Balancing dynamic contrasts between primo and secondo parts in a shared texture
  • Playing arpeggiated and block chord figures with rhythmic precision in duet alignment
  • Controlling energy and vitality across contrasting sections while maintaining musical intent

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