Snapchats Duets and Trios are published by 80 Days Publishing. This four-book series features original piano duets and trios for students. The Beginners Book contains 25 pieces in total. 20 very simple duets (four hands at one keyboard) and five trios (6 hands at one keyboard).

Tuneful and short – the pieces range from 8 to 30 bars in length – and the music has often been written in five-finger positions, the pieces progress from approximately beginner to initial level of the British music examination syllabus standards.

Many of these pieces are for one hand only in order to encourage thorough note learning as well as providing good sight-reading practice with other pianists of the same level. They are easy to read and fun to play as ensemble pieces for lessons, recitals or exams.

Snapchats Duets and Trios Book 1 showcases 19 simple duets (four hands at one keyboard) and 4 trios (6 hands at one keyboard).

Tuneful, short – between 8 and 16 bars in length – and often in five-finger positions, the pieces progress from approximately initial level, or late beginner, to Grade 3 level of the British music examination syllabus standards.

Snapchats Book 2 contains 10 duets (four hands at one keyboard) and 2 trios (6 hands at one keyboard), and moves progressively from Grade 2 – 4 or elementary to early intermediate level.

These duets and trios are fun to play and, due to their brevity, can be learned quickly and included in a variety of settings including school concerts, music festivals, group lessons, and sight-reading sessions. Play them as a group or on their own!

Snapchats Book 3 contains 6 duets (four hands at one keyboard) and 2 trios (6 hands at one keyboard), and journeys students progressively from Grade 4 – 6 or intermediate to early advanced level.

At this level, each work is slightly longer and requires a more intense approach. Tuneful melodies and a symphonic sound, particularly regarding the trios, make them easily accessible for any budding pianist to enjoy.

A String of Pearls was written and published in 2019 for the Darina Piano Duo. It’s a set of five pieces for piano duet and can be enjoyed by both professionals and students. The movements range from intermediate to advanced level.

Each piece depicts a different pearl from the calm beauty of ‘Black Pearls’ to the effervescent finale, ‘La Pelegrina Pearl’. Play them separately or as a set!