Pianist, Teacher, Composer
“It is quite rare to find music at this level which is as enjoyable, engaging and so catchy.”
“Sifford’s writing style is fresh and creative, and musically and pedagogically sound.”
- The Piano Magazine
“…full of fresh sounds and stories sure to motivate young musicians.”
- American Music Teacher
Mid to Late Elementary
Keybop, Vol. 1
Jazz-inspired pieces with optional teacher accompaniments.
Late Elementary to Early Intermedate
Weightless
10 pieces that are truly out of this world!
Early-Mid Intermediate
Beware the Jabberwock
8 Original solos inspired by Lewis Carrol's famous poem.
Early to Late Elementary
Sacred Songs and Stories
An anthology of original solos inspired by the Old Testament.
Early Advanced
Incognito
Includes the jazz nocturne "Incognito" along with engaging solos from other popular FJH composers.
Intermediate
The Winnsboro Cotton Mill Blues
An equal-part duet arrangement. Great fun for audience and players alike!
Intermedaite
Gumshoes
Detective-themed jazz solos in a variety of styles for student pianists.
Early Intermediate
Keybop, Vol. 2
Jazz-inspired solos for colorful and engaging recital performances.
Mid-Intermediate
Run and Hide
Round out your NFMC program with this exciting showpiece!
Later Elementary to
Early Intermediate
Strange Sounds
An anthology of works by Miller, Hartsell, Ikeda, Siagian, Setliff, Gillock, and others!
Late Elementary
The Tortoise and the Hare
An elementary study in contrasting tempos!
Early to Mid Intermediate
The Creeps
This book is scary. Your students will love it. If they're brave enough, that is...
Early to Mid Intermediate
Suite in G Major
Designed to introduce students to baroque music. Includes the Allemande - an official NFMC selection.
Elementary
Storyville
An elementary introduction to a variety of jazz styles.
