Crackerjack
Elissa Milne
Era
Modern
Difficulty Level
Late Elementary
Mood
Happy
Style
Modern
Video
Elements
8th Notes
Rhythm
Notes whose lengths are equal to one-eighth the value of a whole note or half the value of a quarter note.
Crescendo and Diminuendo
Expression
Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).
Crossing Over Thumb
Hand and Finger Techniques
The physical motion of crossing fingers 2, 3, 4, or 5 over the thumb; used when playing scalar passages or outside of five finger scales.
Details
Title
Crackerjack
Composer
Publisher
Collection
Year
2004
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
G Major
Time Signature
5/4
# of Measures
8
Teacher Duet
No
Lyrics
No
Student Age
Children
Student Type
Ambitious Students
Teaching Tips
Clap and Count,
Hands Separate Practice,
Make Rhythmic Exercises Using Difficult Rhythms,
Map Out Hand Position Shifts,
Slow Practice,
Work on Bringing Out the Bouncy Character With a Light, Nimble Touch,
Work on Getting the Correct Style