Ukrainian Bell Carol, Duet
$12.00
Ukrainian Bell Carol, Early Intermediate Duet
Bring the excitement of Carol of the Bells to your Christmas recital! This early intermediate piano duet gives two pianists the joy of sharing a holiday favorite, with its familiar ringing motif and irresistible sense of motion.
A festive choice for holiday recitals, studio gatherings, or seasonal music-making, Ukrainian Bell Carol invites students to develop a steady pulse, listen to their partner, and bring the melody forward as the parts combine.
Level: Early Intermediate
Format: Piano Duet — 1 Piano, 4 Hands
Time Signature: 3/4
Key: E minor
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Please note: This duet is also included as the Pianist 3 and Pianist 4 parts in Ukrainian Bell Carol, Multi-Level Ensemble. It is available here separately for teachers who want just the duet.
This purchase includes a Studio License, allowing use with students in your private studio. Thank you for honoring the composer’s work by not sharing files outside your studio.
Ukrainian Bell Carol, Early Intermediate Duet
Bring the excitement of Carol of the Bells to your Christmas recital! This early intermediate piano duet gives two pianists the joy of sharing a holiday favorite, with its familiar ringing motif and irresistible sense of motion.
A festive choice for holiday recitals, studio gatherings, or seasonal music-making, Ukrainian Bell Carol invites students to develop a steady pulse, listen to their partner, and bring the melody forward as the parts combine.
Level: Early Intermediate
Format: Piano Duet — 1 Piano, 4 Hands
Time Signature: 3/4
Key: E minor
Wondering what it sounds like?
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