Vayriel: Protector of the Mountains

Vayriel: Protector of the Mountains

This lyrical solo features a sense of adventure, with room for storytelling and imagery. It explores ABA form, musical narrative, phrasing, pedaling, & articulations. Great as a recital piece, sight reading, or for fun. The melody is a musical cryptogram of Vayriel. Inspired by the novel “Trials of the Innermost,” this is the first of three movements of The Etherea Suite, Volume 1.
Co-author Kristina Kelly says: "Vayriel is protective of her family. Her magic is healing and growth rather than damage. She prefers alone time with her animal companion more than with people. She’s contemplative and caring. A bit withdrawn before she knows you, then she's open to sharing and conversation. She’s had loss in her past but doesn't dwell on it."

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Sheet Music

Era

Modern

Difficulty Level

Late Intermediate

Moods

Adventurous,

Confident,

Dreamy,

Graceful,

Inspirational,

Nostalgic,

Reflective,

Thoughtful,

Tranquil

Styles

Celtic,

Character Piece,

Contemporary,

Film,

Lyrical,

Modern,

New Age,

Video Game

Themes

Adventure,

Dawn,

Dusk,

Family,

Fantasy,

Flowers,

Forest,

Hiking,

Home,

Love,

Magic,

Nature,

Walking

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Details

Title

Vayriel: Protector of the Mountains

Year

2022

Instrumentation

Solo Piano

Key Signature

E Minor

Time Signature

4/4

# of Measures

38

Teacher Duet

No

Lyrics

No

Student Ages

Adults,

Teens

Student Types

Ambitious Students,

Average Students,

Students About to Quit,

Unmotivated Students

Teaching Tips

Choose Good Fingerings,

Clap and Count,

Demonstrate,

Focus On Expressive Markings,

Focus on the Left Hand Accompaniment Patterns,

Hands Separate Practice,

Highlight Dynamic Contrasts,

Highlight the Contrast in Articulation,

Map Out Hand Position Shifts,

Play Small Segments,

Play Without Pedal,

Practice Pedaling,

Practice Scalar Passages in Rhythms,

Slow Practice,

Study the Contour of the Melody,

Work on Expressive Phrasing,

Work on Getting the Correct Style,

Work on a Smooth Legato Touch