[For 6-year-olds] A curated selection of standout pieces for piano recitals!
Age six marks a milestone, with kindergarten graduation and the start of elementary school! At this stage, children’s bodies—including their hands and arms—become more robust, and their piano keystrokes grow stronger.
For a piano recital at this time, pieces that help them learn techniques to change tone color and expression through touch are recommended.
In this article, we’ve carefully selected piano pieces that are perfect for six-year-olds and that will shine on the recital stage.
When choosing recital pieces, it’s important to pick music that not only fosters technical and expressive growth but is also fun to play.
We hope this helps you find a favorite piece for your child or student.
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[For 6-year-olds] A selection of standout pieces for piano recitals! (21–30)
Children’s Concert Op. 210, No. 7 “Hunting Song”Cornelius Gurlitt
Cornelius Gurlitt’s piano collection “Kinderfest, Op.
210” overflows with childlike charm.
No.
7, “Hunting Song,” is a lively, cheerful piece that evokes a small child dashing across a meadow.
It also incorporates fundamental techniques—light staccato, even-note runs, and two-note slurs—so giving a confident performance at a recital can become a major boost to continuing one’s piano studies.
Carrying YouHisaishi Joe
Among Studio Ghibli’s music, “Carrying You” is one of the most popular pieces.
Expressing the world of the film “Castle in the Sky” with poignant sounds and lyrics, this work is performed in a variety of formats, including piano solo, choir, and ensemble.
Many arrangements are published by level, allowing you to play in an arrangement that suits you, making it perfect for recitals! The beginner versions have very simple note structures, yet thanks to the beautiful melody and harmony, they don’t give listeners the impression of being easy—another reason this piece is highly recommended.
[For 6-year-olds] Picked piano recital pieces that shine! (31–40)
Anna Magdalena Bach’s Notebook, Volume II: Minuet in G major, BWV Anh. 116J.S.Bach
Known as the “Minuet in G major,” the “Minuet” from the second notebook of Anna Magdalena Bach is a piece that nearly every piano student plays at least once.
It had long been attributed to the Baroque master Johann Sebastian Bach, but recent research has revealed that it was actually composed by his contemporary Christian Petzold.
Still, regardless of who wrote it, it remains a valuable work that serves as an entry point to Baroque music.
Let’s express its courtly elegance with a beautiful tone!
Happy WitchJane Bastien
“The Happy Witch,” composed by William Bastien, draws you into a mysterious atmosphere that sets it apart from standard recital pieces.
With few notes, it’s approachable even for children just starting the piano, yet it contains many important elements for creating the mood, such as crisp staccato and effective use of silence.
It’s best to imagine scenes from picture books, anime, or films where witches or wizards move in an eerie way, and shape the music as if performing a segment of a play.
At the time of the danceHeinrich Lichner
Dance Time by the German composer Heinrich Lichner, known for leaving many works for beginning pianists.
Alongside Lichner’s Forget-Me-Not and A Short Story, it is a piece often chosen for recitals.
While maintaining a light waltz rhythm, aim to play the charming melody and the triplets that appear like grace notes with a bright, sparkling tone.
Also, pay attention to the sustained bass notes on the first beat of the accompaniment!
Serenade of the TrumpeterFlitz Spindler
Among the works of the German pianist-composer Fritz Spindler, his most famous piece is Serenade of the Bugler.
A “serenade” is music sung or played beneath a lover’s window in the evening; in Japan, it is also known as a “yakoku” or “sayokyoku,” and is one of the recognized musical forms.
While serenades often have a gentle, mellow character, this piece should also preserve the bright, energetic image of the bugle.
Aim for a trumpet-like timbre by giving importance to staccato, and perform with a clear awareness of dynamic contrasts.
Children’s Album, Volume 1: “Album of My Boyhood,” No. 5: EtudeAram Khachaturian
This striking 1-minute 30-second miniature, notable for its staccato, has long been loved as a piece that children can enjoy performing.
Its lively rhythm and simple yet emotionally rich melody create a musical world that beautifully blends Armenian folk color.
While it demands good balance between the hands and rhythmic precision, it is full of charm that captivates audiences in recitals.
Written in C major and 4/4 time, it is recommended for those who want to develop their sense of rhythm and finger independence, as well as for those eager to take on an expressive work that incorporates elements of folk music.