The Royal Procession - Piano Duet (1 Piano, 4 Hands): Piano Duet (1 Piano, 4 Hands)
6 Exciting Duets for Late Elementary to Early Intermediate Pianists
By Martha Mier
Level: Late Elementary / Early Intermediate
Item: 00-PS-0017676
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Description
Playing duets with friends or family members is an exciting and fun aspect of piano study. The duets in Terrific Tunes for Two will encourage students to play with imagination. Both the primo and secondo parts are written at an equal level of difficulty. Book 2 has six duets for late elementary to early intermediate pianists and correlates with Alfred's Basic Piano Level 2-3. A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.
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Additional Details
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
24
SKU:
00-PS-0017676
More about this title
About the Composer: Martha Mier
Martha Mier has shaped piano education for generations through her work with Alfred Music Publishing, where she joined in 1989. Her output spans more than 200 educational publications, from her celebrated Jazz, Rags & Blues series to the Romantic Impressions collection, and she co-authored Alfred's Premier Piano Course. Her music reaches students worldwide because it balances accessibility with genuine musicality.
Mier's authority in piano pedagogy comes from decades of direct teaching experience. She maintained a private studio in Lake City, Florida, served as an active church musician and professional accompanist, and has presented clinician workshops at the Music Teachers National Association Conference, the National Piano Pedagogy Conference, and conventions across the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. A Florida State University graduate and certified teacher through the Music Teachers National Association, the Florida State Music Teachers Association, and the National Guild of Piano Teachers, Mier remains a respected adjudicator and frequent selection for the National Federation of Music Clubs Junior Festival Bulletin.
Why we love this
Mier writes duets that genuinely deserve equal billing for both players. Rather than relegating one hand to accompaniment duty, she crafts primo and secondo parts with matching musicality and technical interest, so neither student feels like a supporting actor. The Royal Procession fits seamlessly into the late elementary to early intermediate curriculum, pairs naturally with Alfred's Level 2-3 materials, and its Federation Festivals selection status proves it holds up to outside evaluation.
What to expect
A stately, ceremonial piece that invites both players into a grand moment. The writing creates a sense of pageantry and occasion without losing the warmth and approachability that makes it accessible to developing pianists.
Who it's for
Late elementary to early intermediate piano students ready to experience the joy of collaborative playing. This duet works best for students who have foundational technique and rhythm reading but still benefit from the motivation and accountability that comes from playing alongside another person.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melody between hands by listening closely during rehearsal. In sections where the primo carries the tune, the secondo player should shade their part to let that line sing through without sacrificing rhythmic precision.
- Practice each part separately first, then work on synchronization slowly. Duet playing requires both independence and connection; rushing the integration often creates tension neither player needs.
- Lock into a steady tempo by establishing a clear pulse before you begin. A quiet foot tap or breath cue helps both performers stay together through rhythmic passages and tempo shifts.
How to use it
Include this in a student recital to showcase ensemble playing and give younger pianists a featured duet spot. It also works well as a collaborative interlude during a mixed-level concert, offering teachers a chance to highlight how students at this level can create polished, engaging music together.
Skills your students will build
- Listening and responding to a partner's tempo and phrasing
- Balancing melodic and accompaniment roles at the keyboard
- Reading and executing two independent rhythmic parts simultaneously
- Sustaining musical line across hand positions and registral changes
- Building confidence through ensemble responsibility