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Carolyn Miller : Dreams and Imagination

10 Original Piano Solos – Willis Music

Description:

Dreams and Imagination features ten original piano solos by Carolyn Miller, written for students at the later elementary to early intermediate level. Selected by the NFMC (2024–2028), this inspiring collection is designed to nurture creativity and musical expression in young pianists.

True to Miller’s style, the pieces are composed to sound more challenging than they are, giving students confidence while impressing listeners. Each solo paints a vivid musical picture, from the magic of Flying on a Broomstick to the serenity of Star Gazing. Perfect for recitals, contests, or personal enjoyment, this book offers a rewarding journey into the imaginative world of piano music.

Performance Tips:

Students should focus on expressive phrasing and dynamic shading to bring out the imagery behind each piece. For instance, Whispering Wind calls for gentle touch and flowing legato, while The Lonely Castle benefits from strong accents and dramatic contrasts. Teachers may encourage storytelling to help young pianists connect emotionally with the music.

About the Composer:

Carolyn Miller is a renowned composer and pedagogue whose music has been a staple in piano teaching for decades. Known for writing pieces that combine accessibility with artistic appeal, her works are beloved by both teachers and students worldwide. Miller’s compositions encourage imagination, creativity, and a love for music-making, making her one of the most respected figures in educational piano literature.

Song List:

  1. Beautiful Day
  2. Floating on Cloud Nine
  3. Flying on a Broomstick
  4. Fountain in the Garden
  5. The Lonely Castle
  6. Midnight Reverie
  7. Star Gazing
  8. Walking on Air
  9. Whispering Wind
  10. Who's That Knocking at My Door?

Product Details:

  • Publisher : Willis Music
  • Composer : Carolyn Miller
  • Series : Willis
  • Piano Level : Later Elementary to Early Intermediate
  • Format : Softcover
  • Pages : 32
  • Inventory # : HL00365988
  • ISBN : 9781705137079
  • UPC : 840126962673
  • Dimensions : 9.0" x 12.0"

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卡羅琳・米勒 : 夢想與想像

10首原創鋼琴小品 – Willis Music 出版

簡介:

《夢想與想像》收錄卡羅琳・米勒（Carolyn Miller）為鋼琴初級後期至中級前期學生創作的十首原創鋼琴作品，並榮獲美國全國音樂比賽協會 (NFMC) 2024–2028 年度指定曲目。

米勒一貫的創作風格讓作品聽起來比實際演奏難度更高，給予學生自信並贏得觀眾驚艷。這些樂曲充滿想像力與故事性，從飛天掃帚的奇幻冒險到仰望星空的寧靜氛圍，都是音樂會、比賽與日常彈奏的絕佳選擇。

演奏提示:

學生應特別注重樂句的表情與力度變化，以展現每首曲目的畫面感。例如呢喃的風需表現細膩的觸鍵與流暢的連奏，而孤獨的城堡則需要強烈的重音與戲劇性的對比。教師可鼓勵學生透過故事化的想像來加深音樂詮釋。

作曲家介紹:

卡羅琳・米勒（Carolyn Miller）是享譽國際的鋼琴教育作曲家，其作品長年受到鋼琴教師與學生的喜愛。她的音樂兼具親和力與藝術價值，鼓勵學生發揮想像力與創意，培養對音樂的熱愛，是教育鋼琴文獻中備受推崇的重要人物之一。

曲目:

  1. 美好的一天（Beautiful Day）
  2. 飄浮在雲端（Floating on Cloud Nine）
  3. 飛天掃帚（Flying on a Broomstick）
  4. 花園的噴泉（Fountain in the Garden）
  5. 孤獨的城堡（The Lonely Castle）
  6. 午夜的幻想（Midnight Reverie）
  7. 仰望星空（Star Gazing）
  8. 凌空漫步（Walking on Air）
  9. 呢喃的風（Whispering Wind）
  10. 誰在敲我的門？（Who's That Knocking at My Door?）

書籍詳細資料:

  • 出版社 : Willis Music
  • 作曲者 : 卡羅琳・米勒 Carolyn Miller
  • 系列 : Willis
  • 程度 : 鋼琴初級後期至中級前期
  • 格式 : 平裝書
  • 頁數 : 32
  • 商品編號 : HL00365988
  • ISBN : 9781705137079
  • UPC : 840126962673
  • 尺寸 : 9.0" x 12.0"

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