Patriotic Solos Book 1 brings favorite American melodies to late elementary pianists in accessible, expressive arrangements by Bernadine Johnson. With her signature clarity and student-friendly touch, Johnson makes these familiar tunes enjoyable to learn, rewarding to perform, and well-suited for developing musicians.
This collection includes America (My Country, ’Tis of Thee); Anchors Away; Battle Hymn of the Republic; Reveille; Simple Gifts; Taps; and Yankee Doodle. Each arrangement offers approachable textures, clear phrasing, and musical variety while helping students build confidence, expression, and steady rhythm.
With lyrics and optional duet accompaniments included, Patriotic Solos Book 1 is ideal for recitals, studio performances, school programs, seasonal celebrations, and community events. These late elementary solos give students a joyful way to perform meaningful, familiar melodies with charm, confidence, and musical pride.
—Part of the Bernadine Johnson Collection at TOMGEROUMUSIC.COM®
I’m enjoying using this book with my students! The progressive order of the songs works very well with siblings, as younger children can learn the easier songs while older children can learn the harder ones. It’s a great way to celebrate our country’s 250th birthday!
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that the progressive sequencing worked so well for your students. One of our goals with Patriotic Book 1 was to provide arrangements that could be enjoyed by students at different levels, so it's especially rewarding to hear how effectively it worked with siblings in your studio.
We also love that you're using the collection as part of celebrating America's 250th birthday. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope your students continue to enjoy making music together throughout the year!
—The TOMGEROUMUSIC.COM® Publishing Team
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