Welcome to my curated collection of boogie-woogie piano sheet music! I'm Elmo Peeler, and if you're here, you're probably as passionate about boogie-woogie piano as I am. There's nothing quite like the infectious rhythm, rolling basslines, twinkling high-note riffs that 'crown the tiara,' and energetic vibe of this iconic piano style.
My original boogie-woogie piano compositions have been influenced by the greats like Pete Johnson, Albert Ammons, and Meade 'Lux' Lewis. Each sheet music piece captures the authentic energy and technical elements that define true boogie-woogie piano.
Looking for professional-quality boogie-woogie piano sheet music? These original compositions capture the authentic boogie-woogie style while offering pianists exciting, playable arrangements perfect for performances.
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At its core, boogie-woogie piano is all about rhythm and feel. This distinctive style emerged in the early 20th century, captivating audiences with its upbeat tempos and improvisational flair. From the driving left-hand patterns to the sparkling, melodic right-hand runs, boogie-woogie piano embodies joy and musical freedom.
The magic of boogie-woogie piano lies in its combination of technical skill and raw energy. The rolling basslines, syncopated rhythms, and rollicking melodies create an irresistible sound that has influenced countless genres, from jazz and rock to modern pop music.
Learning to play boogie-woogie piano isn't just about mastering notes; it's about feeling the groove. The foundation lies in the left hand, with its rolling, repetitive basslines, while the right hand adds flair with syncopated rhythms, chromatic runs, and bluesy embellishments.
My sheet music is designed for pianists who want authentic boogie-woogie piano pieces. These aren't simplified versions or watered-down arrangements; they're genuine boogie-woogie compositions that capture the heart of the genre. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn your first boogie-woogie piano piece or a seasoned pianist looking for fresh material, you'll find something to inspire you here.
These compositions reflect the authentic boogie-woogie piano style of the original masters, with traditional left-hand patterns and exciting right-hand techniques.
Each sheet music piece helps you develop core boogie-woogie piano skills, including walking bass patterns, tremolos, and dramatic dynamic changes.
From moderate to challenging boogie-woogie piano pieces, there's something for every skill level. Each piece includes a difficulty rating to help you choose appropriately.
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Boogie-woogie piano is more than just a style—it's a living, breathing part of music history that continues to inspire pianists and audiences worldwide. Its rhythmic drive and improvisational brilliance have influenced countless genres, from jazz and rock 'n' roll to modern pop.
The essential elements of boogie-woogie piano—the walking basslines, the syncopated rhythms, and the vivacious interplay between left and right hands—provide pianists with valuable technical skills that transfer to many other styles. By learning and playing boogie woogie piano, you're not only keeping this vibrant tradition alive but also developing your overall piano technique.
Ready to master the exciting techniques of boogie-woogie piano? Start with these authentic sheet music pieces designed to develop your skills and expand your repertoire.
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Below you'll find a collection of original boogie-woogie piano sheet music. These pieces reflect the authentic boogie-woogie style while offering pianists exciting technical challenges. Each composition showcases different aspects of boogie-woogie piano playing, from rolling bass patterns to flashy right-hand techniques.
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This dramatic minor-key virtuoso boogie began as an exercise to strengthen the left-hand, sort of like a boogie version of Chopin's "Revolutionary Etude" - not the same left-hand part note-wise (this is more like a minor-key "Boogie-Woogie Bugle Boy" left hand), but similarly challenging, endurance-wise.
The right-hand part is fairly challenging on its own, with some flashy "Winter Wind" chromatic runs and stabbing chords (a la Tower of Power horns), ending with a blazing double-octave flourish. When played well, this piece is guaranteed to blow your audience away.
Difficulty: Challenging$4.95
Add to CartThis piece was inspired by a dream about a train, and begins with the steam engine starting from a standstill and picking up speed slowly, then breaking into the main theme.
There are references to the Doppler effect, diesel horns (tuned to a minor 6th chord), rail-crossing sounds, and locomotive steam whistles. This boogie woogie is absolutely a blast to play - especially if you like trains - and ends with some nice harmonically-rich virtuoso flourishes.
Difficulty: Moderate$4.95
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Jefferson Street - the street I grew up on, only a few hundred feet from my high school, also on Jefferson. In the key of C-sharp, this is more of a black-key boogie than any of the others in this collection - it uses very few white notes (only E-sharp and B-sharp).
It starts out with a slow, solemn chordal reference to my high school's theme song, then breaks into a full-on, up-tempo black-key boogie, based on a C#, d#-minor, F#, G# progression. If Chopin's "Black Key" Etude isn't your style (or you've grown bored with it), but your fingers want to dance on the black keys, you'll have fun with this boogie.
Difficulty: Moderate$4.95
Add to CartThis boogie, inspired by the antics of the looney, slightly-crazed mayor of Jackson, MS, Frank Melton, was composed during the 32 hours that he was thrown into the local jail.
It seemed like he was having a meltdown, captured in the right hand with a little rock-and-roll dissonance. In the key of G, the piece begins with a New Orleans-style 'flip', then goes into the A section, its left hand a broken-octave walking bass throughout. Lots of fun to play, and only moderately difficult - it sounds harder than it is.
Difficulty: Moderate$4.95
Add to CartThis boogie-woogie piano piece was originally created as an exercise to improve my ability to play right-hand tremolos in thirds (with 2-4 fingering), and it worked well.
In addition to plenty of tremolos, there are also lots of fun Leon Russell-style octaves in the B section. This boogie woogie sheet music ends with a brief, showy, Liszt-like flourish that will impress your audience.
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Difficulty: Moderate$4.95
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