Dorian
Christine Artemis Pappa
Era
Modern
Difficulty Level
Late Elementary
Moods
Dreamy,
Melancholic,
Nostalgic,
Relaxing
Styles
Classical,
Modal
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.
Extended Hand Positions
Hand and Finger Techniques
Hand positions that require stretching beyond a five finger scale; usually to play intervals that are 6ths or greater.
Details
Title
Dorian
Composer
Publisher
Collection
Year
2018
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
None
Time Signature
4/4
# of Measures
8
Teacher Duet
No
Lyrics
No
Student Ages
Adults,
Children,
Teens
Student Type
Average Students
Teaching Tips
Block the Broken Chords,
Focus On Expressive Markings,
Focus on the Left Hand Accompaniment Patterns,
Hands Separate Practice,
Help Student Achieve Sensitive and Musical Playing,
Study the Contour of the Melody,
Work on Creating a Good Tone,
Work on Expressive Phrasing,
Work on Getting the Correct Style,
Work on a Smooth Legato Touch