Shooting the Rapids
by Dennis Alexander
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Shooting the Rapids
Dennis Alexander — Arr. Martha Mier
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Free piano sheet music for Shooting the Rapids by Dennis Alexander. Grade 4 (Intermediate (ABRSM Grade 4)) piece suitable for students at abrsm grade 4 level.
About This Piece
"Shooting the Rapids" by Dennis Alexander is a grade 4-level piano piece with a duration of approximately 36 seconds. A Grade 4 piece featuring sixteenth notes, triplets, and a larger repertoire of techniques. Suitable for confident intermediate players. This arrangement is ideal for pianists with 3-4 years of experience. Dennis Alexander's composition showcases sixteenth notes and triplets and key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats, making it an excellent choice for developing these essential skills.
Shooting the Rapids is a lively piano piece that captures the thrill of navigating through rushing waters. Composed by Dennis Alexander, it features playful rhythms and dynamic contrasts that engage the performer and listener alike.
Skill Level: Grade 4
Who This Is For
- Students at ABRSM Grade 4 level
- Self-taught pianists with solid fundamentals
- Those comfortable with varied repertoire
- Players looking to expand their technique
Experience Needed
What You'll Learn
Technical Skills
- Scales and arpeggios
- Sixteenth note passages
- Triplet patterns
- Independent hand movement
- Pedal technique
- Varied articulation
Musical Concepts
- Sixteenth notes and triplets
- Key signatures up to 4 sharps/flats
- Expressive dynamics
- Tempo variations (ritardando, accelerando)
- Musical phrasing
Learning Timeline
Practice Tips
- 1Analyze the piece structure before starting
- 2Practice difficult sections at half tempo
- 3Focus on musical expression, not just notes
- 4Record yourself to identify areas for improvement
- 5Work on maintaining consistent tempo
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