Glad Rags

The Sliding Thumbs Rag, composed by Lisa Shoemaker, is an upbeat ragtime-style solo for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Musical Mosaics songbook.

J.S. Bach’s iconic Minuet in G arranged as an evenly-leveled duet for two intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.

The Entertainer, composed by Scott Joplin, presented in an easily accessible, hand-friendly version arranged for early intermediates Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Songs I Love to Play Volume 1 songbook.

You and your intermediate students will enjoy playing this evenly-leveled sacred duet by teacher and church pianist Christina Mathis! This arrangement is perfect all occasions from offertories to recitals.

Roker Park Rag is a jaunty, early intermediate piano solo by British composer Joanne Griffiths. It is a fun character piece with chromaticism, staccato octave jumps, and lots of opportunity for comedic expression.

Dona Nobis Pacem is one of the most famous rounds which means "Grant Us Peace.” This arrangement by Sandra Zylstra is an evenly-leveled lyrical duet for two intermediate players.

Rag Doll, composed by Jenny Walker, serves as a jovial introduction to the ragtime style. Mainly played on white keys, it is a cheeky piece that will delight intermediate pianists of all ages!

The little Lord Jesus born in a manger…This arrangement combines “Away In A Manger” (Cradle Tune) and “Infant Holy, Infant Lowly” in a soothing Christmas Lullaby duet for two intermediates. Arranged by Sandra Zylstra.

This fun children’s Christmas song was originally written somewhere around 1850-1860 by a little-known composer named Benjamin Hanby. It was also one of the first well-known secular Christmas songs. Here it is arranged as a lively duet for early intermediates.

12th Street Rag, composed by Euday L. Bowman, an infectious little ear-worm, arranged as an evenly-leveled early intermediate duet, by Jennifer Eklund. Separated parts and a full stacked-score are both included.

Songs I Love to Play Volume 2 features fun and motivating solos for early intermediates of all ages. Recital ready arrangements of popular themes and original compositions by Piano Pronto author Jennifer Eklund. This book contains selections for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

A rollicking duet version of Walter Bratton’s 1907 piece, The Teddy Bears’ Picnic. Arranged by Stacy Fahrion for early intermediates of all ages.

A delightful mix of “Jingle Bells”, “Up On The Housetop” and “Jolly Old St. Nicholas” makes this duet fun for both performers and audience. Intermediate showcase duet arranged by Sandra Zylstra.

The Easy Winners, composed by Scott Joplin, presented in an easily accessible, hand-friendly version arranged for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Spinning Song is a perennial favorite with students of all ages. This duet arrangement by Sandra Zylstra offers this classic tune in duet format for two intermediates!

The Exquisite Melancholy of Everything Left Unuttered is a delicate waltz in E minor for two composed by Stacy Fahrion.

Every pianist needs Happy Birthday in their repertoire, and this ragtime version by Chrissy Ricker is a fresh take on the familiar classic! Perfect for early intermediates of all ages.

Maple Leaf Rag, composed by Scott Joplin presented in an easily accessible, hand-friendly version arranged for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Songs I Love to Play Volume 2 songbook.