Looking for an early elementary piano solo that beginning students will be excited to play?

I Found the Dirty Laundry! is a playful character piece inspired by Watson, a mischievous little dachshund who loves to sneak away with dirty laundry and proudly drag her treasures into the living room. Young students can't help but giggle when Watson's latest discovery turns out to be a pair of underwear!

Designed especially for first or second year piano students, this solo keeps reading simple while encouraging musical storytelling, creativity, and imagination. Students even get opportunities to add their own improvised piano sounds, making every performance a little different.

Whether you're looking for a recital piece, a motivating assignment, or simply something that makes kids laugh, I Found the Dirty Laundry! is sure to become a studio favorite.

Perfect For:

• First-or second-year piano students

• Early elementary pianists

• Students reading around Middle C

• Beginning recitals

• Teachers looking for humorous repertoire

Students Will Practice

• Reading around Middle C

• Quarter notes and simple rhythms

• A few eighth-note patterns

• Musical storytelling

• Creative improvisation

• Confident beginning performance skills

Teaching Tips

This piece is centered around Middle C, making it an approachable choice for beginning readers.

If your student isn't reading eighth notes yet, simply introduce them using "ta" and "ti-ti," or teach those measures by rote. Encourage a relaxed wrist for smooth eighth-note playing.

Invite students to imagine Watson proudly showing off each new "treasure." The optional improvised sound effects give young pianists permission to be creative and help every performance feel unique.

Studio License

Your purchase includes a studio license, allowing you to print and use this resource with all of the students in your own piano studio.

Please do not share the files outside your studio. Thank you for supporting independent music creators!

Frequently Asked Questions

What level is this piece?

This solo is written for early elementary (first-year) piano students.

Where do the hands begin?

The music is centered around Middle C, making it comfortable for beginning readers.

Do students need to know eighth notes?

Not necessarily. The few eighth-note patterns can easily be taught using "ta" and "ti-ti" syllables or by rote.

Does this piece include improvisation?

Yes! Students have opportunities to create their own fun piano sound effects, making each performance unique.

Is this a physical book?

No. This is a digital PDF download that you can print immediately after purchase.

May I print copies for my students?

Yes. Your purchase includes a studio license, so you may print copies for all of your own students. Please do not share the files with teachers outside your studio.