Educational Piano Library

Twelve terrific originals from favorite HLSPL composers, all at the elementary level.

Calypso Charlie is another winner by the legendary composer Bill Boyd. Never before published, this little solo with its syncopated charm features a catchy beat that is easy to feel and fun to play. C...

A stunning solo that evokes an image of a Bedouin caravan moving slowly through swirling desert sands. This highly effective piece falls into that sought-after category of pieces which sound hard, but...

This masterful collection of mildly contemporary solos for young students explores clusters, pedal effects, and whole-tone patterns in an evocative, imaginative way. Each piece beautifully describes i...

A gently grotesque troll dance, not too frightening, but with enough of a macabre twist to fit the title aptly, this piano solo works its magic through short motives and alternating hand passages. Gre...

This is a tender, quiet piece for the young, just-beginning student. It includes a gently flowing duet part for the teacher to play. 4/4; Tenderly; fixed hand position on black-key notes; repeated not...

The waltz has been popular since the late 1700s, making it the oldest of all ballroom dances. While all waltzes are written in 3/4 or triple time, the music itself can portray a variety of styles and...

This dreamy piece uses the piano's upper register and the damper pedal to create a hauntingly beautiful effect. Effective study in legato/staccato contrast. Elementary Level.

Includes 11 songs students know and love, carefully graded and arranged for piano solo with great teacher accompaniments. Orchestrated accompaniments by Phillip Keveren at both practice and performanc...

Impressionistic sonorities blend with hints of Native American¦flute melodies in this beautiful collection of six solos for the¦early-intermediate/intermediate-level pianist. Like the images they¦port...

A terrific duet rendition of the popular standard Heart and Soul. While undoubtedly one of the first tunes many amateurs learn, the difference is that this arrangement is pedagogically sound and yet s...

With a hauntingly beautiful RH melody singing over an undulating triplet accompaniment, this is the perfect piece to teach balance between the hands. Dynamic contrasts and use of the damper pedal add...

Set in three movements, this piece is a superb introduction to sonatina form, paving the way to the study of works by the Classical masters. Correlates with Level 4 of the Hal Leonard Student Piano Li...

This is the song - la la la la - every child knows and loves! The pre-staff notation makes it easy to play for even the earliest beginner.

Seven colorful solos reflecting the beauty found in nature, including: Ancient Towers - The Blue Cocoon - Dreaming in Watercolors - Fawn in the Magical Forest - Fireflies on a Summer Night - Gathering...

How will the witch make it to the Witches' Ball without her broom? The adorable lyrics and teacher duet make this a perfect Halloween recital piece for beginners.

Romantic-style forms provide the vehicle for the exquisite imagery, variety of moods, and performance techniques found in this set of original piano solos by Carol Klose. One might even hear a glimpse...

Six quintessential Joplin rags arranged by Fred Kern: Bethena (Concert Waltz) - The Entertainer - Maple Leaf Rag - Pineapple Rag - Pleasant Moments (Ragtime Waltz) - Swipesy (Cake Walk).

From a gentle rain created with alternating hands, this beautifully expressive piece evolves into a hopeful rainbow, rising to the major key in the ending. A great piece for encouraging musical playin...

Create a buzz at the next recital with this showstopper! The alternating patterns between the hands create an exciting sound that is easy for students to play. A real dazzler for students who love to...

Journey Through the Classics is a four-volume piano repertoire series designed to lead students seamlessly from the earliest classics to the intermediate masterworks. The graded pieces are presented i...

Journey Through the Classics is a four-volume piano repertoire series designed to lead students seamlessly from the earliest classics to the intermediate masterworks. The graded pieces are presented i...

Mighty River begins with powerful chords that announce the grandeur of the massive waterway, and flows into the middle section with swirling undercurrents and unexpected harmonic twists. Impressive so...

Jennifer Linn has created a delightful set of eight piano solos designed to encourage expressive playing from beginning students. From cheerful to mad or even worried, each animal comes to life when t...