Winter Solstice
Michael Scott
Era
Modern
Difficulty Level
Late Elementary
Moods
Dreamy,
Nostalgic,
Sad
Style
New Age
Theme
Winter
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.
Dotted Quarter Notes
Rhythm
Quarter notes whose lengths are increased by half; equal to three 8th notes.
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
Winter Solstice
Composer
Publisher
Collection
Year
1994
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
A Minor
Time Signature
3/4
# of Measures
36
Teacher Duet
No
Lyrics
No
Student Ages
Adults,
Teens
Student Type
Average Students
Teaching Tips
Demonstrate,
Focus on the Left Hand Accompaniment Patterns,
Hands Separate Practice,
Tap One Hand While Playing the Other,
Tap and Count,
Work on Creating a Good Tone