Kathy Holmes

This beautiful romantic-style solo is written in D major and 4/4 meter. It is the perfect vehicle for developing a lyrical style of playing. Careful balance must be achieved between the right-hand mel...

The easy syncopated rhythms of this solo create a lively tango. In Middle C position, the melody is divided between the hands with occasional accidentals. Cheerful lyrics add to the fun. The optional...

Get ready to set sail with this cheery duet that has a catchy melody and rhythmic vitality found in both the primo and secondo parts.

The title of this solo says it all! The upbeat tempo and swing style make one feel as if life is just a bowl of cherries. Written in A-B-A form, the A section is in C major with the B section in the r...

This is the perfect solo for students who enjoy lyrical, romantic music. It is easy to create the beauty of a sunset by the ocean or a stroll along the beach through the music. The repeated left-hand...

Marrakesh is a large city in Morocco, a country located in Northwest Africa. This solo depicts the colorful markets and lively festivals for which this city is famous. Written in G minor, the left han...

Students can create mysterious sounds and styles for this solo using staccato, legato and accented playing; a variety of harmonic intervals; and different registers of the piano. This is sure to be a...

Young piano students are sure to have fun with this beginning piano solo written in 4/4 meter and Middle C position. The childhood game of 'Leap Frog' is depicted in both the lyrics and the music. The...

Ride along with the Pony Express in this fast and fun solo written in 4/4 meter. In A-B-A form, the A section is in the key of G minor with a change to C minor in the B section. To aid in reading, acc...

This jazzy gem, written in C major and 4/4 meter, will become a student favorite as it lies beneath the hand comfortably, using easy 5-finger and scale-type passages in the melody. The left hand stays...