Topsy-Turvy Tumblers
Elizabeth W. Greenleaf
Included in:
Era
Difficulty Level
Style
Theme
C Major Five Finger Scale
Scales
A simple scale that contains the first five notes of the C Major scale.
SearchCrescendo and Diminuendo
Expression
Indications instructing the player to play gradually louder (crescendo) or softer (diminuendo).
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
Topsy-Turvy Tumblers
Composer
Publisher
Collection
Year
2004
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
Time Signature
# of Measures
38
Teacher Duet
Yes
Student Age
Student Types
Teaching Tips
Highlight Dynamic Contrasts,
Sing the Words,
Slow Practice,
Work on Bringing Out the Bouncy Character With a Light, Nimble Touch