Summer is officially here! Let's celebrate the season with some fun summer-themed repertoire!
Read on for a few fun, summery favorites in a variety of styles for students at every level....
The Star-Spangled Banner With 4th of July right around the corner here in the US, this patriotic favorite is a must-have! Get your FREE beginner-level copy HERE (or check out my whole mini-collection of patriotic American music for beginners HERE!) or the late elementary version I am playing in the video HERE, which includes the complete lyrics for all four verses! | |
Here Comes the Sun You can't help but smile when you hear this fun Beatles song! Available for Intermediate Piano (pictured), Easy Piano, and Beginner Piano. | |
One Summer's Day This lyrical selection by Joe Hisaishi will make you think of a relaxing summer afternoon. Available for Intermediate Piano (pictured) and Easy Piano. | |
Originals Double Dip Summertime and ice cream go hand in hand! This fun piece from my upcoming "First Perfect Patterns" collection is perfect for beginners and includes a teacher duet! See and hear the music HERE. |
Water Lilies I love seeing the water lilies in bloom this time of year. This serene piece will appeal to late elementary students who love lyrical music. Sheet music available HERE. | |
Sweet! This catchy pop-style piece for late elementary to early intermediate students just screams summer! Get the sheet music HERE. | |
Summer Stars Another lovely lyrical selection, for early intermediate students who enjoy contemporary new age sounds. Sheet music available HERE. | |
Midnight on the Bayou If summer had a soundtrack, it would definitely be full of jazz and blues! This intermediate level, bluesy piece will put you in mind of a hot summer night on the bayou. Sheet music available HERE. | |
Shine This intermediate upbeat pop ballad is bright and uplifting--perfect for summer! Sheet music available HERE. | |
Looking for more summer-themed ideas? Don't forget to check out my recent blog post on my favorite free summer resources from around the web, found HERE.