Category: Pop Arrangements

5 Popular Pieces You Can Teach by Rote

2/13/2026

The idea of rote teaching is not new, but it has resurged in popularity over the last few years.

If you are looking for ways to incorporate rote teaching in your studio but aren't sure where to start, this article may help! Today I am sharing 5 popular pieces that can be taught by rote to students from the early beginner level. I'll also share the reasons why rote teaching might benefit your students, and what to look for when choosing rote-teachable pieces.

Keep reading to see the list...

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20 New Primer Christmas Arrangements with Teacher Duets!

11/14/2025

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Are you looking for pieces that will make your newest students shine this holiday season? Check out these primer arrangements, perfect for students celebrating Christmas at the piano for the first time!

Each arrangement is carefully written for students in the primer level of most method books, using notes around middle C on the staff with simple rhythms. Lyrics are included to make learning each song even more fun! Each piece also includes an intermediate level duet part that may be played by a teacher, older sibling, or musical parent.

Keep reading to find a fun selection of both traditional Christmas favorites and popular holiday hits....

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Fall 2025 Releases at Musicnotes!

9/29/2025

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Did you know that I release brand new pop arrangements over at Musicnotes every week?

In this post, I'm rounding up my newest releases from this fall that you might have missed! From new Halloween duets, to arrangements from the TV series Wednesday and the super-popular KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack, there are lots of fun new goodies to explore!

Keep reading to see all of the new releases...

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Double the Fun with 5 Easy Halloween Duets!

9/18/2025

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We all know that duets are a great way to help students work on their listening, reading, and rhythm skills.

But did you know that duets can be a great way to build community in your studio, too?

Pair up your students and double the fun with these 5 evenly-leveled duets that are easy enough for your elementary, late elementary, and early intermediate students to learn before Halloween!

Keep reading to see the music...

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5 Fun Halloween Pieces for Primers (Including 2 FREEBIES!)

9/12/2025

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Halloween is just around the corner!

Last year I shared my top 10 most popular Halloween arrangements for elementary students HERE. But what if you have brand-new students who want to get in on the Halloween fun?

Today I am sharing 5 fun, primer-level pieces that your brand-new students can learn in time for Halloween--including 2 pieces that you can download right now for FREE!

Keep reading to see the music...

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5 Popular Pieces You Can Teach by Rote

20 New Primer Christmas Arrangements with Teacher Duets!

Fall 2025 Releases at Musicnotes!

Double the Fun with 5 Easy Halloween Duets!

5 Fun Halloween Pieces for Primers (Including 2 FREEBIES!)

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