Nancy Faber & Randall Faber - PreTime Piano Jazz & Blues, Primer Level

PreTime Piano Jazz & Blues brings 10 playful pieces to beginning readers.

Product Overview

This set of entertaining pieces in a jazz/blues style was written especially for children. Imaginative lyrics convey the blues spirit of life's ups and downs to the early grade student. Pieces remain in middle C position with an occasional sharp or flat. No eighth notes or dotted rhythms are used, keeping the rhythmic demands manageable for beginning readers. Titles include "Penguin Blues," "Jazz Walk," "Hound Dog Blues," "Dinosaur Stomp," "Cool Breeze Waltz," and "The King of Hearts," among others.

Ideal For

• Primer level piano students learning jazz and blues style for the first time
• Teachers seeking accessible, imaginative jazz-style repertoire for young beginners
• Students who benefit from imaginative lyrics tied to each piece's character
• Families looking for playful, engaging repertoire beyond traditional method pieces

Key Features

Jazz and Blues Style for Children
Introduces entertaining pieces in a jazz/blues style written especially for young students.

Imaginative Lyrics
Lyrics convey the blues spirit of life's ups and downs, adding narrative and emotional connection for young learners.

Middle C Position Focus
Pieces remain in middle C position with only occasional sharps or flats, keeping reading accessible.

Simplified Rhythmic Demands
No eighth notes or dotted rhythms are used, keeping the collection approachable for primer-level readers.

BP A6.4