Gizmo: A Quirky Cockatiel (Collection)

“Gizmo: A Quirky Cockatiel” Collection Description:

• Level: Elementary through Late Intermediate
• Pages: 9 pages, 5 pages of music, cover included
• Format: Instant PDF download
• Studio Licence Bonus: Cover art, composer notes

This collection of 5 rote and improvisation pieces gives a snapshot into life with Gizmo. It’s certainly never dull!  Pieces range from improvising a song for the “happy birdie” in the mirror, answering the phone, or Gizmo’s antics both with his ‘hoomans’ and on his own. 

At only a page long each, these are perfect for quick win or 30-piece challenge pieces!

Songs found in the “Gizmo: A Quirky Cockatiel” collection are:

• Can I See? I’m Climbing Up!: An intermediate to late intermediate level piece that includes rhythmic scale work as Gizmo rushes to be the center of attention again.
• The Phone Is For Me!?!: An intermediate to late intermediate level piece that has a conversation going that Gizmo is sure involves him.  Includes a simple introduction to sixteenth notes.
• Frenemies For Life: An early intermediate level piece about Gizmo and his favourite frenemy that includes a left-hand swing pattern.
• I’m Not Vain.  I’m Just Pretty: An elementary level improvisation piece with excerpts taken directly from one of Gizmo’s improvising sessions.
• I’m Showering In The Rain: An early intermediate piece inspired by Gizmo’s love of outdoor showers, a classical piece and a classic movie.

The “Gizmo: A Quirky Cockatiel” Collection Includes:

Can I See? I’m Climbing Up!

The Phone Is For Me!?!

Frenemies For Life

I’m Not Vain.  I’m Just Pretty.  (Improvisation piece.)

I’m Showering In The Rain

“Gizmo: A Quirky Cockatiel” Bonus:

All sheet music comes with original cover art.

Each piano piece within the “Gizmo: A Quirky Cockatiel” collection comes with tips or “make it your own” suggestions for students to experiment with developing their own voice and mastering the pieces.

Other Similar Collections:

To round out your studio’s elementary-level, seasonal and rote repertoire, consider the following collections that are designed for beginner students.  These pieces focus on exploring a variety of concepts and several of the pieces are showstoppers for recitals letting beginners of all ages feel like their pieces compare to much more advanced students.

• Sam’s Life: Elementary to intermediate level, two levels for each rote piece in the collection.
• The First Winter: Elementary level, two showstoppers for a Winter-themed recital
• The First Spring (coming soon): The First Spring: Elementary level, at least one showstopper for a Spring-themed recital