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You should write a book. :)

This is so awesome. Love it!

You've added some very creative content. F.Loh = floh (german for flea). And I'm not sure exactly why it's called a "waltz" -- perhaps a joke? Stylistically, it's a march.

Thank-you! This one was so fun to compose! I wrote this early in my career and only just found it in a sketchbook and whipped it into shape!

This one was inspired by my love of the sounds of things. I grew up with several antique clocks in my family and I loved each one.

I believe you already have it -- if you have the first edition of Rock the Boat, it's there.

Thanks, Amie! I was nearly laughing during this take -- playing in ensemble is already fun -- this guy brought his superhero stuff to brighten the video -- and his mom (our videographer) ran into my book shelf with a clang as she panned. It was crazy fun!

Thank-you! Passing it on through family -- that's how it's done! Your grandkids are lucky to have you! Good luck with this project. :)

Yes, that's what he said. He was from the UK and recognized this popular song from his country. Missing from this recording is the introduction to the piece.

Thanks so much for listening! I'm a new fan or yours for sure! Your comment means a lot! :)

Marilyn, I'm so happy that you love this! <3 <3 It's my joy to share! :)

I love your ideas! Can't wait to hear!

Thank-you! It has a kind of mesmerizing groove, which gives it that playful video game vibe! My daughter and I had fun making this video! :)

Thanks, Amie! This one felt like a dreamy journey as I created it. Each new piece becomes a mini-obsession until I feel it's just right. ;)

Thank-you, John! It's a joy to share music and I'm glad you're listening! :)

For first time improvisers, being afraid to try just because they might play a note that sounds 'not so good' is the biggest inhibitor. I'm encouraging people to jump in, try, make lots of noise, play notes that sound bad. Keep trying until you begin to hear sounds you like better. By improvising a lot your fingers and ear will get connected. But this will take time. Also, it's possible to turn notes that sound 'not great' into notes that sound great by changing direction, stepping to a better sound (treating them as a non-chord tones, for example). Also, with all sounds, qualifying them as 'good' or 'not as good' is a matter of taste. Sometimes the best music is the unexpected. The best way to improvise is honestly on one single repeated key, then add one at a time when you feel comfortable.

Thank-you! Your words mean a lot! :)

Thank-you! :)

@@RebekahMaxner You're welcome friend and thank you for your music shared 🙂

Thanks! :)

This and lullby of the bells by Edward Ward are my favourite piecss of music i love what you did here ​@RebekahMaxner

@@James.G.Ireland Thanks so much!

You can get the sheet music free on my website. Google my name "Rebekah Maxner" Click on "Printables" and you'll see "Heart and Soul" there. You can print for free!

I love it! This is fantastic! And can you confirm which tune she sang? The same as this video or a different one?

How delightful! This is only a theory of mine that this tune and these words matched up. Was this the tune your mother played to the words? I'm really curious.

@@RebekahMaxner She recited it rather than singing, but recited it after playing the same melody for her 1-1/2 year old grandson, who has discovered that he can hit piano keys and explore both low and high notes. She is two months short of her 98th birthday, and although her memory of current things is slipping, she can remember the words to an incredible number of old songs. Last summer she played a couple of variations on Twinkle Twinkle Little Star for the kids, right out of her head. (Hands are pretty stiff, but the pleasure is still there). She grew up in Yarmouth, NS, now lives in Ontario.

Oops… great grandson.

@@peterbudgell7339 Interesting! What a treasure! You should take videos of her playing and singing and write down her lyrics. The interesting thing is that with your mother's extra verse, it doesn't exactly work with this melody anymore, but I still love it!

You got it!

Oh, really? Is that the name you know?

@@RebekahMaxner YEAH! It's not a waltz, but it's a POLKA! The Flea Polka, that is.

@@TKGIOIA I agree! It's definitely a polka and not a waltz, but for some reason traditionally some people have called it a waltz -- maybe as a joke!

Peggy, I'm thrilled you like it! Hope you enjoy!

@donnamitchell7composerarranger, thank-you for your kind words. You're a new inspiration for me and I've subscribed to your channel! <3

Thanks, Amie! That's what I was going for -- meditative and soothing.

Muito obrigado!

Thank-you! Your comment means a lot to me! <3

Thank-you! Your encouragement keeps me going! :)

@@RebekahMaxner You're welcome friend 🙂

Thank-you! I'm so glad to have you as a subscriber! I hope you enjoy!

@@RebekahMaxner You're welcome friend 🙂

Thank-you for your kind words! :)

@@RebekahMaxner You're welcome friend 🙂

You're welcome! Glad you like it!

@@RebekahMaxner Thank you very much friend 🙂

@@VERY_VARIOUS_VIDEOS Thank-you, it's wonderful having musical friends!

@@RebekahMaxner You're welcome friend 🙂

Thank-you, Amie, I had great fun composing this one! I hope others enjoy playing it as much as I do!

Obrigada!

Thank-you, Amie! You always make my day! <3

So very welcome! Truly lovely piece! @@RebekahMaxner

Thank-you!

Thank-you!

I'll try to attach a link to my reply. In case it doesn't work, google my name, "Rebekah Maxner" and go to my blog. In my blog, use the search function to search "Heart and Soul" and you will find all of the tutorials. If you go to my free printables (also on my blog), there's a whole section on Heart and Soul music--free. Here's the link to the blog post that will connect you to it all: rebekah.maxner.ca/2020/04/05/piano-play-along-duets-heart-and-soul-teacher-intro/

@@RebekahMaxner are there pdfs of heart and soul? I can only see parts of the song break down.

@@emmanuellalabemma4700 I don't have written music for the original popular song upon which the "traditional" folk piano duet is based. My series and printables are for the traditional duet only and are found in the printables section of my blog. Here's that link. rebekah.maxner.ca/printables/#heart-and-soul

You'd do a "jump bass" pattern, jumping the LH from the lower notes, up to the chords. You'd practice one move at a time (both directions) until you have the distances memorized.

Thank-you! I'm so glad this warms your heart! Your comment warms mine! <3

Thanks so much, Nicole! :)

👎 no

When you do, please tag me! I'd love to hear it!

Yes, there are two versions. One with, the other without lyrics.