Hush, Little Baby, Intermediate Piano Solo

"Hush, Little Baby” is a heartwarming lullaby that will lead you into a world of tender melodies and soothing harmonies. This piece is another example of Susan’s ability to create enchanting music for piano teachers and adult learners.

Passed down through generations, "Hush, Little Baby" has become a beloved lullaby cherished by families worldwide. Its history is intertwined with the nurturing bond between parent and child, making it a timeless expression of love. The gentle melodies of this tune, mimic the tender whispers of a mother's voice, as she sings her baby into a world of dreams. The flowing notes wrap around you like a warm embrace, providing solace and comfort to both young and old.

This arrangement gives pianists a beautiful opportunity to express themselves, as well as to play music that feeds the soul. This gentle lullaby is a melody close to the heart.

Simple yet elegant, this piece has sentimental, lyrical melodies that sing, like a Mother humming. Use liberal but smooth pedaling to create a misty effect, but make sure to change the pedal when the harmonies change. Dynamics are so important! Notice the moments when the melody soars, yet is followed by an echo! The Left Hand accompaniment provides practice outlining chords with larger leaps - make sure you can play these comfortably.

Key: G Major

Time signature: 4/4

Skill development: Lyrical melodies, Pedaling smoothly, Expressive tone, Left Hand accompaniment patterns.

What level: Intermediate

How long: Cover + 3 pages, Performance time 02:25.

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