Songs written for you
Voted for by you
July 2026
Thank you so much for your support and for being a part of our Melodies Monthly community! Teachers like you are the reason behind everything we do and we hope your students have as much fun playing these as we did writing them.
Be sure to fill out the July Song Request form! I always have a blast reading through your requests and the special requests not only help tailor these pieces for you and your students, but they also are the fuel behind these pieces.
Down below is a Dropbox link where you can download all of this month’s songs with all PDFs and mp3’s in one zip file. Of course, if you have any questions or issues, feel free to reach out to me directly.
Voting for July 2026
Group Ensemble (Four-Parts)
Contemporary Style
Elementary Difficulty
Special Requests:
NFMC Choice Ensemble
Easy summer piece
Polyphony as an ensemble
#1 - Community Pick
Pixel Power is a fun, energetic ensemble that's sure to be a favorite with the gamers in your studio! Written for a 4-part elementary to late elementary ensemble, this exciting piece captures the nostalgic excitement of classic video game soundtracks while remaining approachable for developing pianists.
Students will love experimenting with different synth sounds on their keyboards as they work together to create an exciting, arcade-inspired performance. With catchy rhythms, memorable melodies, and engaging ensemble parts, Pixel Power is perfect for recitals, group classes, and students who can't get enough of video games.
Solo Piano
Jazz Style
Late Elementary Difficulty
Special Request:
Easy summer piece
Rote piece
Backing track
#2 - Community Pick
Pancake Blues is a catchy blues solo by guest composer Paul Myatt that's sure to be a hit with the jazz lovers in your studio! Written for late elementary students, this engaging piece introduces students to blues scales and melodic patterns in the right hand while exploring classic boogie-woogie accompaniment patterns and 12-bar blues form in the left hand.
Pancake Blues also works wonderfully as a rote teaching piece, making it an excellent way to introduce swing style, blues harmony, and improvisation concepts in a fun and approachable way. Whether performed as written or used as a springboard for creative exploration, this piece is sure to become a student favorite.
Duet (Two Students at Similar Levels)
Classical Style
Early Intermediate Difficulty
Special Request:
Minor key
Duet where students switch Primo and Secondo
Fast, exciting
Polyphony
#3 - Community Pick
Vice Versa is a fast, dramatic duet for early intermediate students that's sure to be a recital showstopper! What makes this piece especially unique is that the Primo and Secondo players switch places on the bench halfway through the performance, creating a memorable visual moment that audiences love.
With its driving rhythms, bold minor-key melodies, and exciting classical flair, Vice Versa is perfect for students who enjoy dramatic, virtuosic-sounding music while remaining accessible for developing pianists. It's an engaging duet that combines musical excitement with a fun theatrical twist, making it a standout addition to any recital or group performance.
Solo Piano
K-Pop Style
Early Intermediate Difficulty
Special Request:
Sounds cool
Fun piece for the Summer
#4 - Chef’s Choice
Saltwater is a catchy K-pop-inspired piano solo by guest composer Paul Myatt that's sure to become a student favorite! Written for early intermediate pianists, this contemporary piece captures the polished sound and infectious energy of modern K-pop while remaining approachable for developing musicians.
With opportunities to develop hand independence, strengthen syncopated rhythms, and perform alongside an exciting backing track, Saltwater is as fun to practice as it is to perform. It's the perfect choice for students looking for a fresh, modern sound that will make them feel like a rock star.