A short lyrical piece for piano. It can also be for a solo instrument but with a piano accompaniment.
Nocturne
Means “night piece” in French; a slow, lyrical, and intimate composition for piano solo.
Mazurka
A polish dance music in triple time signature.
Etude
Means “study” in French. A composition meant to help a student learn difficult playing techniques and/or help performers master technical difficulties.
Prelude
An introductory piece for solo instrument.
Waltz
A German dance in triple meter.
Impromptu
A short musical piece for solo instrument.
Scherzinger
A musical movement of playful characters typically in ABA form.
Polonaise
Originally a Polish court dance. It is a composition for triple meter for piano.
Rubato
A Slight holding back or pressing forward of tempo.
