Animal Alphabet Songs
These cute songs were written for beginners who are learning note names. There is one song for the seven notes around middle C.
When I first published these songs in 2013, each one was a separate blog post. The music, lyrics, and art are my original creations. I discussed the creative process in writing them and how very, very difficult it is writing a song with just one or two notes. That is why I composed duets for each one.  They make the music a lot more interesting for student and teacher.
I think students do better at reading in the long run if they learn from the very beginning that middle C is not always going to be a thumb. I know not everyone agrees with this, so please feel free to put whatever finger numbers suit your fancy.
These pieces are supposed to be like nursery rhymes. The lyrics help with the rhythm and make the songs more fun. Please encourage your students to sing or at least chant along!
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I love these Susan and so do all my students! They especially like the Doughnut Mystery. Thank you!
Hi Susan,
I was referred to your website after posting a question on the piano pedagogy group on Facebook. I am THRILLED to find what you have! Your creativity is amazing, and I’m extremely thankful that you share these resources with other teachers. Thank you for what you do!
Susan: I LOVE your Animal Alphabet songs and have printed them out one at a time successfully. My students of all ages love your songs and especially your games. The first thing they ask when they come for a lesson is : “Did you bring any games from Susan?”….Thanks so much for what you do.
Marilynn, thank you so much for the feedback and I’m thrilled your students like them!
LOVE these animal alphabet songs! THANKS!
Thank you, Carol. I honestly tried to come up with a German version for the B, but I had no luck.
I love using “Hey diddle, diddle, D’s in the Middle – C’s on the bottom and E’s on the top. The we have the three black key house – we go in theFront door and inside live 2 little girls Amy and GIna – then go out the Back door. So easy.
Great ideas, Mary! Thanks for sharing.