The word toccata comes from the Italian word toccare (to touch). Such virtuosic pieces for the keyboard typically display the performer's technique. Each piece in this collection provides an opportunity to demonstrate dexterity combined with musicality, characterization, and a genuine command of the instrument. These flashy, exciting toccatas will let students shine in recitals, competitions, and festivals. Titles: Toccata alla breve * Toccata capriccio * Toccata concitato * Toccata fuoco * Toccata marcato * Toccata strepitoso. This collection is dedicated to my friend and musical colleague Dr. Martha Baker-Jordan.

To hear Dennis Alexander perform any of these piano pieces, CLICK on the MP3 icon(s) to the RIGHT. (A. Toccata capriccio; B. Toccata marcato; C. Toccata alla breve)

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The word toccata comes from the Italian word toccare (to touch). Such virtuosic pieces for the keyboard typically display the performer's technique. Each piece in this collection provides an opportunity to demonstrate dexterity combined with musicality, characterization, and a genuine command of the instrument. These flashy, exciting toccatas will let students shine in recitals, competitions, and festivals. Titles: Blue, Blue Toccata * Platinum Toccata * Toccata alla Tarantella * Toccata Espagnol * Toccata Intrepido. This collection is dedicated to my friend and musical colleague Gail Lew.

To hear Dennis Alexander perform any of these piano pieces, CLICK on the MP3 icon(s) to the RIGHT. (A. Blue, Blue Toccata; B. Toccata alla Tarantella; C. Toccata Espagnol)

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Christmas is the season for giving, and I always enjoy sharing the gift of music with friends, family, students and their parents during this special time of year. These creative arrangements were born out of my love of improvisation---an art form that has helped to inspire and guide my original compositions over the years. Some of the most popular holiday carols are featured and each blends a very colorful mix of harmonies with rhythms and textures to create an elegant improvisational character and sound. I hope that you'll feel inspired by these selections and that you'll enjoy sharing them with the many special people in your life.

Selections include: "A Christmas Medley: "Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella" & "Here We Come A-Caroling"; "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear"; "O Little Town of Bethlehem"; "Still, Still, Still"; "The Wexford Carol"; "What Child is This"

To hear Dennis Alexander perform any of these piano pieces, CLICK on the MP3 icon(s) to the RIGHT. (A. The Wexford Carol; B. Still, Still, Still; C. A Christmas Medley)

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This collection of familiar nursery rhymes and happy tunes will provide excellent reading material and a fun learning experience for all beginning pianists. The staff size is large and lyrics are provided plus Dennis Alexander created intriguing optional accompaniments for a teacher or more advanced student! 16 titles include: Alouette * Eency Weency Spider * Hickory Dickory Dock * Hush Little Baby * Little Miss Muffet * Oats, Peas, Beans, and Barley Grow * Sweetly Sings the Donkey * The Wheels on the Bus * and 8 more!

To hear Dennis Alexander perform any of these piano pieces, CLICK on the MP3 icon(s) to the RIGHT. (A. Old Joe Clark; B. Sweetly Sings the Donkey; C. The Wheels on the Bus)

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Christmas is the season for giving, and I always enjoy sharing the gift of music with friends, family, students and their parents during this special time of year. These creative arrangements were born out of my love of improvisation---an art form that has helped to inspire and guide my original compositions over the years. Some of the most popular holiday carols are featured and each blends a very colorful mix of harmonies with rhythms and textures to create an elegant improvisational character and sound. I hope that you'll feel inspired by these selections and that you'll enjoy sharing them with the many special people in your life.

Selections include: "The First Noel"; "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing"; "Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming"; "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"; "Pat-a Pan"; "Silent Night"; "Up on the Housetop"; "We Wish You a Merry Christmas".

To hear Dennis Alexander perform any of these piano pieces, CLICK on the MP3 icon(s) to the RIGHT. (A. The First Noel; B. Up on the Housetop; C. Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming)

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"Overture" has been defined as an introduction to something more substantial. Dennis Alexander's Overture series is just that! Magical Overtures is the second of three books in the "Overture" collection and includes 10 original pieces perfect for auditions, festivals, and recitals. Featuring everything from mixed meters to boogie woogie learning patterns, it's all here! Titles: Copycats * Creepers * Gotta Boogie Woogie * Lydian March * Lys flottants (Floating Lilies) * Panache! * Perious Journey * The Royal Couple * Synergy * Une petite valse.

To hear Dennis Alexander perform any of these piano pieces, CLICK on the MP3 icon(s) to the RIGHT. (A. Panache; B. Copycats; C. Synergy)

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"Overture" has been defined as an introduction to something more substantial. Dennis Alexander's Overture series is just that! Magnificent Overtures is the final volume and features repertoire perfect for auditions, festivals, and recitals. Featuring everything from mixed meters to a romantic waltz to impressionism, it's all here! Titles: Boundless Joy * Capriccio in E Minor * Gardens in the Mist * Juxtaposition * Mystical Odyssey * Scherzo Chromatique * Serenity * * Whimsy! * Valse Sentimentale.

To hear Dennis Alexander perform any of these piano pieces, CLICK on the MP3 icon(s) to the RIGHT. (A. Capriccio in E minor; B. Mystical Odyssey; C. Juxtaposition)

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