What Do You Do?: Elementary Piano Sheet

Charming and slightly chaotic, like watching kittens tumble over each other. The piece has enough innocence and bounce to stay lighthearted, even when the accidentals introduce small moments of friction.

Elementary students who are secure in D position and ready to encounter accidentals in both hands without feeling overwhelmed. This works especially well for students who respond to storytelling and humor in music, or who benefit from relative ease on the keyboard to focus on musical interpretation.

• Decide whether the "spat" happens in the right hand or left hand, and let that choice drive the dynamic peaks. The hand with the conflict should grab the listener's attention.
• The accidentals aren't decorative; they're the musical equivalent of the pets getting into trouble. Highlight them slightly without overdoing it.
• If you're using the teacher duet, rehearse together first so the student understands how their line fits into the bigger picture. That context makes the piece land harder.

This belongs in a recital where you want to showcase personality alongside technique, or in a student showcase that celebrates fun alongside more serious repertoire. It's also ideal for lessons when a student needs a break from the formal etude grind but still wants to build fundamentals.

• Playing with accidentals in both hands simultaneously
• Hand independence in D position
• Musical storytelling and character development
• Coordinating with a duet partner