Defender of the Realm, Solo
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Defender of the Realm is a dramatic, story-driven piano solo that evokes the feeling of standing watch over a medieval kingdom. With a haunting melody, shifting moods, and bold sonorities, this piece invites students to explore expressive playing while building confidence and control.
This piece is one of the six exciting pieces from the original Castle Tales collection series. Now with 5 volumes, offered in various levels – these pieces are student favorites.
Key: D Dorian with touches of D natural minor
Time Signature: 4/4
Teaching Focus: Expressive melody, modal harmony, dramatic contrast
Level: Early Intermediate – Intermediate
Length: Cover + 3 pages | Performance time: 2:45
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Love this piece? Check out the Castle Tales collections, Vol. 1 – 5.
Defender of the Realm is a dramatic, story-driven piano solo that evokes the feeling of standing watch over a medieval kingdom. With a haunting melody, shifting moods, and bold sonorities, this piece invites students to explore expressive playing while building confidence and control.
This piece is one of the six exciting pieces from the original Castle Tales collection series. Now with 5 volumes, offered in various levels – these pieces are student favorites.
Key: D Dorian with touches of D natural minor
Time Signature: 4/4
Teaching Focus: Expressive melody, modal harmony, dramatic contrast
Level: Early Intermediate – Intermediate
Length: Cover + 3 pages | Performance time: 2:45
Wondering what it sounds like?
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