Canyon Shadows
Mike Springer
Era
Modern
Difficulty Level
Late Elementary
Moods
Dreamy,
Melancholic
Styles
Contemporary,
Lyrical,
New Age
Theme
Nature
Video
Elements
Broken Chord Accompaniment
Accompaniment Patterns
A type of accompaniment pattern that primarily uses broken chords in varying note configurations, with simple or slow-moving rhythms.
Crescendo and Diminuendo
Expression
Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).
Hand Crossing
Hand and Finger Techniques
A technique that involves one hand crossing over or under the other.
Details
Title
Canyon Shadows
Composer
Publisher
Collection
Year
2017
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
E Minor
Time Signature
3/4
# of Measures
36
Teacher Duet
No
Lyrics
No
Student Ages
Adults,
Children,
Teens
Student Type
Average Students
Teaching Tips
Block the Broken Chords,
Focus On Expressive Markings,
Hands Separate Practice,
Highlight Dynamic Contrasts,
Study the Contour of the Melody,
Work on Creating a Good Tone