Old Daddy Longlegs
Dennis Alexander
Era
Difficulty Level
Mood
Style
Theme
8th Notes
Rhythm
Notes whose lengths are equal to one-eighth the value of a whole note or half the value of a quarter note.
SearchContrary Motion
Texture
A type of texture where the contour of the notes in one hand is the exact opposite to that of the other hand as they play simultaneously.
SearchCrossing Over Thumb
Hand and Finger Techniques
The physical motion of crossing fingers 2, 3, 4, or 5 over the thumb; used when playing scalar passages or outside of five finger scales.
SearchFermatas
Rhythm
Indications placed above or below notes instructing the player to hold those notes longer than their original notated length.
SearchHand Crossing
Hand and Finger Techniques
A technique that involves one hand crossing over or under the other.
SearchLegato
Expression
A type of articulation indicating the player to play smoothly and seamlessly, with the notes slightly overlapped.
SearchOctave Higher and Octave Lower
Notation
Symbols that indicate playing a note or range of notes either an octave higher or lower than notated.
SearchShifting Hand Positions
Hand and Finger Techniques
A technique that requires the player to pick up and move their hand to a new position; usually from a five finger scale to another.
SearchStaccato
Expression
A type of articulation indicating the player to play short and light; notes not held for their full value.
SearchTwo Note Slurs
Expression
Two notes connected together smoothly where the second note is played softer and lighter.
SearchTitle
Old Daddy Longlegs
Composer
Publisher
Collection
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
Time Signature
# of Measures
30
Student Age
Student Type
Teaching Tips
Demonstrate,
Focus On Expressive Markings,
Highlight Dynamic Contrasts,
Slow Practice,
Work on Creating a Mysterious Character