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I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas
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Piano/Keyboard - Elementary
SKU: HL.129399
Hal Leonard Student Piano Library Showcase Solos Pops Level 2 (Elementary Level). Arranged by Jennifer Linn. Educational Piano Library. Children, Christmas, Christmas Secular, Recital. 4 pages. Hal Leonard #129399. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.129399).UPC: 888680018191. 9.0x12.0x0.008 inches.
This retro holiday classic from the 50's is popular once again. Students will love the entertaining lyrics and bouncy tune. This elementary solo arranged by Jennifer Linn includes a teacher duet.
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Based on 4 Reviews
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David K.
December 16, 2025
Practical Holiday Filler
This 'Hippopotamus for Christmas' arrangement is practical for easy piano gigs. The elementary level is straightforward to pick up for quick requests. While it focuses on written notation rather than extensive chord symbols, the arrangement is clear and recognizable. With only 4 pages, ensure you plan for the page turn. It’s a reliable, no-fuss chart for holiday sets.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Effective Accompaniment for Elementary Voices
For vocal coaches or collaborative pianists working with elementary singers, this 'Hippopotamus for Christmas' arrangement is quite effective. The piano part, designed as a teacher duet, provides a supportive yet engaging accompaniment texture without simply doubling the vocal line. It offers a solid harmonic foundation and a bouncy feel that complements the singer, making it an excellent piece for early collaborative performance and vocal coaching.
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Emily R.
December 15, 2025
Fun & Achievable Christmas Tune!
I absolutely loved learning 'I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas'! This Jennifer Linn arrangement of the retro 50's classic is perfect for an adult learner like me. It's truly easy piano and sounds surprisingly full without being overwhelming. The bouncy tune is so much fun to play, and I felt like I was sounding just like the record. A perfect, relaxing piece for the holiday season!
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Anonymous
December 14, 2025
Excellent for Young Piano Students!
This arrangement of 'I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas' by Jennifer Linn is a fantastic choice for elementary-level students. The easy piano scoring makes it very accessible, and the included teacher duet adds a fun collaborative element. It’s perfect for reinforcing basic rhythm and note reading in a festive context. Highly recommend for any piano teacher looking for engaging holiday repertoire.
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