Easy Nutcracker Solos features ten favorites from Tchaikovsky’s iconic holiday ballet, arranged for late beginners and early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Note: If you are interested in multi-level versions of these ten pieces consider the Level Up! The Nutcracker Edition multi-level songbook.

A Rockin’ Christmas features ten pop-rock inspired arrangements of holiday favorites composed by Chrissy Ricker. Ideal for intermediates of all ages.

Ready to rock out for the holiday season and add some new sparkling showcase solos to your repertoire? Easy Rockin’ Christmas features twelve pop-rock inspired arrangements of holiday favorites composed by Chrissy Ricker. This collection is ideal for late beginners and early intermediates of all ages.

Medley Magic Volume 2 features nine artfully arranged intermediate solos that combine traditional holiday favorites with well-known classical melodies. These showcase-style solos by Chrissy Ricker will be a hit at your next holiday recital!

Chopin’s iconic Nocturne in F Minor, Op. 55, No. 1, remixed in a modern lyrical spin by Jennifer Eklund. This mild and mellow abridged version is ideal for intermediate level pianists.

Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 features eleven fresh and upbeat jazzy holiday arrangements for intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Students of all ages will love these hand-friendly showcase-style pieces with lush jazz harmonies and rhythms.

Easy Jazzy Jingles features fourteen holiday favorites arranged for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. These selections feature jazzy harmonies and a variety of rhythmic idioms including upbeat swing-styles, Latin grooves, and lilting jazz waltzes.

Away in a Manger, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, artfully weaving together both the James Murray and Kirkpatrick versions of this timeless holiday melody. This arrangement is ideal for early intermediates and up.

Infant Holy, Infant Lowly, is a traditional Polish holiday melody, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, for early intermediates and up.

Enjoy playing your favorite familiar tunes with this carefully curated collection of thirty folk songs, skillfully arranged for easy classical guitar by Amy Hite. Unlike other arrangements claiming to be beginner-friendly, this collection is truly tailored for novice guitarists, ensuring an enjoyable playing experience.

These arrangements are well-suited for beginning guitarists as many of the melodies are harmonized with open bass notes and chords that are easy enough for the hands of a beginner student. They are colorful and fun to play! Includes standard notation and tablature.

A Cool Yule, is a 1950’s rock ‘n’ roll style duet for late beginners featuring the holiday favorite “O Christmas Tree.” This evenly-leveled duet by Chrissy Ricker is guaranteed to have your holiday audiences rockin’ it up!

Christmas for Two features 10 easy Christmas duets for beginning level students to play with their teacher or any intermediate level pianist. Music composed by Jennifer Eklund.

What Child Is This?, a traditional holiday favorite, set in a peaceful style by Lisa Shoemaker, for early intermediates and up.

Joy to the World, is a traditional holiday favorite, set in a peaceful style by Lisa Shoemaker, for early intermediates and up.

Ready for some full-time holiday-themed fun? Roadtrip Christmas Vacation features eighteen festive solos for late beginners with music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski. Teachers duets and a rockin’ Super Soundtrack with play-along tracks are included for free!

Yuletide Treasures features eleven holiday favorites arranged for late intermediates and beyond by Jennifer Eklund. This collection includes novelty arrangements from The Nutcracker as well as medleys of traditional holiday favorites and well-known classical melodies.

Medley Magic features nine showcase-style medleys of classic holiday tunes arranged by Chrissy Ricker. Ideal for advancing early intermediates these pieces will be a delightful addition to your next holiday recital.

Holiday Classics Volume 2 is a must-have holiday book for late-beginners offering three different versions of each carol in the same book. Teacher duet parts are available to amp up the fun factor. Music arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

What Child Is This?, a traditional holiday favorite, set in a peaceful style by Lisa Shoemaker, for early intermediates and up.

Still, Still, Still, is a traditional Austrian Christmas carol, set in a peaceful style by Lisa Shoemaker, for early intermediates and up.

Joy to the World, is a traditional holiday favorite, set in a peaceful style by Lisa Shoemaker, for early intermediates and up.

Infant Holy, Infant Lowly, is a traditional Polish holiday melody, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, for early intermediates and up.

Away in a Manger, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, artfully weaving together both the James Murray and Kirkpatrick versions of this timeless holiday melody. This arrangement is ideal for early intermediates and up.

Stars in the Sky invites pianists on a shimmering journey through a magical winter landscape, where each note glimmers like starlight on a cold, clear night. This piece in A minor features a delicate three-against-two rhythm, perfect for developing rhythmic independence while creating an ethereal soundscape. Ideal for winter-themed recitals or any occasion where you want to capture the beauty of the night sky, this piece by Stacy Fahrion invites intermediate pianists to explore rhythm and expression in a way that feels as timeless as the stars themselves. The title is a mnemonic phrase for the composite three against two rhythm.

From pianist and composer Gary Johnston comes this fun romp for the holidays. The snowman was just built yesterday and now it’s his first Christmas!

Tannenbaum Boogie, is an early intermediate level jazzy remix of the holiday favorite “O Christmas Tree” arranged by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Rockin’ Christmas songbook.

Harvest March, composed by Gary Johnston, is a bright Sousa-style march celebrating the last days of autumn and the cold winter days to come.

The Birthday of a King, a sacred holiday solo, arranged for late intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.

Flute Song, by Rick Robertson is an intermediate level lyrical solo. This is similar to his “Intermezzos,” but shorter and less difficult. It is inspired by the flute playing of a classmate from his college years, one who he accompanied frequently. This piece is very useful as a short lyrical piece for a recital, festival, worship service, or even a wedding ceremony,

The Very Blue Danube, is an intermediate level jazzy remix of the famous Strauss waltz arranged by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Rockin’ the Classics songbook.

Pumpkin Smash, is an evenly-leveled duet for beginners by Chrissy Ricker. Great for the fall performances and beyond!

Winter Sleigh Bells, is an evenly-leveled duet for beginners by Chrissy Ricker. This upbeat romp will shine brightly at your next winter recital!

Ash Grove, a traditional Welsh melody and hymn of Thanksgiving, arranged for intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.

Spiderwebs Above Your Bed is a whimsically macabre ragtime solo in D minor by Stacy Fahrion that’s tailor-made for Halloween recitals! The delicate, eerie opening quickly spins into the main spiderweb theme, complete with spine-tingling arpeggios. Perfect for intermediate pianists, this piece isn’t just fun—it’s also a sneaky way to prep students for tackling Joplin’s iconic rags.

The Eternal Spectator by Stacy Fahrion is a haunting late-intermediate solo in D minor. Evoking the introspective elegance of Satie with subtle nods to J.S. Bach, this piece unfolds in 5/8 time signature. Its slowly flowing phrases and melancholic undertones invite deep emotional expression and reflection. The title is a phrase from a short story by the speculative fiction author Ursula K. Le Guin.

Diabolical Dance is a wild ride through 10/8 time with a relentless 3+2+2+3 groove. This dramatic piece by Stacy Fahrion will give advanced students a chance to highlight their rhythmic skills. Featuring contrapuntal lines culminating in tone clusters, this piece will be a delight when featured in Halloween recitals, or any time your students are looking for a flashy minor-key piece with fun asymmetrical rhythms.

Get ready to deck those halls - times three! Tree Trimmin’ Trios features eight holiday favorites arranged as easy trios for late beginners by Kris Skaletski. These showcase ensemble pieces will shine brightly at your next holiday recital!

Deck the Halls arranged in a lyrical contemporary style for intermediates of all ages by Jennifer Eklund.

Ding Dong Merrily on High arranged for easy piano in the key of G major and ideally suited for late-beginners of all ages. Music by Jennifer Eklund.

O Little Town of Bethlehem arranged in a lyrical contemporary style for intermediates. Part of Christmas Classics Volume 1 songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella arranged as a lyrical solo for beginning violinists of all ages. Includes a lush teacher accompaniment making this a great piece for recitals or other performance opportunities.

Sussex Carol arranged by Robyn Fehrenbacher in a contemporary lyrical style for intermediates of all ages.

Up on the Housetop, a jovial holiday favorite, arranged by Amy Hite for easy classical guitar. This piece is part of the Christmas Music for Easy Classical Guitar songbook and includes both standard notation and tablature.

Away in a Manger, a traditional holiday favorite, arranged by Amy Hite for easy classical guitar. This piece is part of the Christmas Music for Easy Classical Guitar songbook for standard notation.

Tango Noel, is a Latin-style spin on the holiday favorite “Patapan.” This exciting intermediate level solo by Chrissy Ricker will rock the audience at your holiday performance!

God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen arranged as fast and flashy upbeat trio by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This selection is ideal for early intermediates and includes a set of parts and a full conductor’s score.

Gloomy Old Saint Nick is a jazzy ditty about how it’s okay not to be jolly all the time, even during the holidays. Music arranged by Stacy Fahrion.

Away in a Manger arranged for easy piano in the key of F major and ideally suited for late-beginners of all ages. Music by Jennifer Eklund.

We Three Kings arranged in a lyrical contemporary showcase style for intermediates. Part of Christmas Classics Volume 1 songbook by Jennifer Eklund

It Came upon a Midnight Clear arranged in a lyrical contemporary style for early intermediates. Part of Christmas Classics Volume 1 songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

I Saw Three Ships, an upbeat holiday favorite, arranged by Amy Hite for easy classical guitar. This piece is part of the Easy Christmas Music for Beginner Guitar songbook and includes standard notation, tablature, and chord symbols.

Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, an playful holiday favorite, arranged by Amy Hite for easy classical guitar. This piece is part of the Christmas Music for Easy Classical Guitar songbook and includes both standard notation and tablature.

Joy to the World, arranged as an easy multi-level solo for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Holiday Classics: Volume 2 songbook.

Jazzy Tidings is a swinging rendition of “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” arranged for late beginners by Chrissy Ricker.

All Creatures of Our God and King, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, begins and ends very simply, allowing for much expression. Syncopation throughout the middle of the piece gives a contemporary flair to this well-loved tune.

Over the River and Through the Woods Duet is ideal for a late beginner for the Primo part and an intermediate student or teacher for the Secondo part. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas for Two songbook.

Harvest March, composed by Gary Johnston, is a bright Sousa-style march celebrating the last days of autumn and the cold winter days to come.

Seasons Change, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level lyrical solo. It is a study in melodic shaping, chord balance, and arpeggio accompaniment, and will appeal to pianists of all ages.

Autumn Leaves, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an elegant lyrical solo for early intermediates. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come, a Thanksgiving favorite blended with “Simple Gifts” in a lush arrangement for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Little Prayer, by Rick Robertson, is an easy lyrical solo that is part of his Spectrum Volume 1 songbook. This delicate, expressive solo, is well-suited for late beginners of all ages.

Harvest Tango, composed by Gary Johnston, is a mysterious and fun dance for early intermediates using the iconic tango rhythm in a minor key. To be danced under the Harvest moon!

Amazing Grace arranged as a lyrical solo for intermediates of all ages arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Dreamweaver songbook.

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come in a lyrical setting for early intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Autumn, from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” arranged for late beginners by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This piece is part of the A Song for all Seasons songbook.

Simple Gifts in a lyrical setting for early intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook.

For the Beauty of the Earth, a selection from the Sacred Spotlight songbook, arranged in an elegant, contemplative setting for early intermediates. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

Celebrate your patriotism with this early intermediate level arrangement of America the Beautiful. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

Turkey Trot, composed by Gary Johnston, is a bright, jazzy little piece for early intermediates with lots of syncopation and a half-time walking bass line.

Gratitude, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate lyrical solo that is suitable for recitals and service playing.

Autumn Song, composed by Rick Robertson, is an easy lyrical solo in five-finger position for beginners. This piece is part of the Spectrum songbook.

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Waltz of the Flowers from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, arranged for intermediates, by Lisa Donovan Lukas.

Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, arranged for intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.

The Holly & The Ivy, a traditional holiday melody, elegantly arranged for intermediates by Jenny Walker.

A modern lyrical spin on the Winter concerto theme from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This intermediate solo provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.

Jazz up your holiday season with this upbeat reimagined version of the Overture from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet. This showcase solo is ideal for late intermediates and arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

Sing We Now of Christmas, also known as Noel Nouvelet, combined with Ravel’s iconic Pavane pour une infante defunte, and stylishly arranged for intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Yuletide Treasures holiday songbook.

Beneath a Winter Moon, is an elegant lyrical solo for late beginners by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Easy Rhapsodies & Reveries songbook.

Midnight Bells Are Ringing, is an easy multi-level solo by Jennifer Eklund for beginners and late beginners of all ages. This piece is a spooky spin on “Frère Jacques” that will delight students during the Halloween season or anytime a minor mood strikes!

The iconic Russian Dance from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet arranged for easy piano by Jennifer Eklund.

First Snowfall, is an elegant evenly-leveled duet for late beginners by Chrissy Ricker. This winter-themed piece is guaranteed to shine at your next holiday performance!

The Holly & The Ivy, a traditional holiday melody, elegantly arranged for early intermediates by Jenny Walker.

Midnight Bells Are Ringing, is a spooky spin on the traditional folk tune “Frère Jacques” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This pieces provides ample opportunity to work on lyrical phrasing, balancing the hands, and working in various key signatures.

Snow Flurries, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate level lyrical solo. Pedal effects and mixed accents, including hemiola, add to the atmosphere. This is an excellent choice for recital or festival use.

January is a high-energy showcase solo with an uplifting principle theme, dramatic middle section, and flashy ending. This is one of a set of 12 month-titled pieces by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM.

Yeti or Not, Here I Come!, by Rick Robertson, is a late elementary level showcase solo. This piece is especially useful as a “spooky” or “scary” solo for Halloween recitals (it depicts a game of “Hide and Seek” with Bigfoot), but it could be used in any other non-seasonal program.

Pas de deux from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, presented in three versions, appropriate for late beginners through early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

A miniature version of the Overture from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, presented in three versions, appropriate for late beginners through early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Waltz of the Flowers, from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, stylishly arranged for late intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.