Phantasmagoria

A whimsical 12-tone version of Happy Birthday to play for sad birthdays. Music arranged by Stacy Fahrion.

Meditation, from Thais by Jules Massenet, is arranged for solo piano in loving memory of my father, concert violinist Hy Shulman. I have such wonderful memories of Dad playing this piece on his violin at family gatherings. Years later, I repeatedly played a recording of Thais when I was pregnant with our son. He grew up to be an accomplished violinist himself and reminds me so much of my father! The cover photo is a self-portrait of me sitting with our son on our dock while gazing at the Milky Way.

Ode to Joy arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Hymns of Jubilee features twelve celebratory sacred anthems arranged by Kevin Costley. This collection is well suited for students at the late intermediate level and will be a go-to choice to church musicians!

Longing is a beautifully expressive lyrical piano solo by Canadian composer, Lisa Frederick. Emotional and sentimental, this is an ideal performance piece for late-intermediate and advanced students of any age! Audio and video performance by Cherith Alexander.

Pas de deux, from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, arranged for advanced piano solo by Jennifer Eklund.

Stage Left is a book of 17 beginning level, multi-key solos written for left-hand only featuring familiar melodies that have been refreshed with modern rhythms and free backing tracks. Great exercises for strengthening bass clef reading, left-hand dexterity, and exploring transposition. This new second edition now contains teacher duet parts for each piece.

J.S. Bach’s iconic Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, from Cantata No. 147, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style by Jennifer Eklund. This solo provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.

Be Thou My Vision in a soothing and restful arrangement by Lisa Shoemaker. This reimagined setting of the traditional Irish melody is suitable for students, church performers, and music-lovers alike!

Beyond the Stars is a quiet and contemplative lyrical piano solo for late intermediate pianists. Music by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Dreamweaver songbook.

Roadtrip! Country Carnival is a primer level method book for very early beginners ages 4 and up. This multi-key approach offers eighteen original songs that can easily be taught by note, rote, or number. Students master basic music fundamentals while creating a musical memory book that becomes a keepsake item to commemorate piano lesson journey.

The Old Rugged Cross arranged in a contemporary style for late intermediates. This sacred showcase features a lyrical section and a light jazz waltz styling. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

Romance in D Flat, composed by Rick Robertson, is an elegant solo for late-intermediate and early-advanced-level lyrical pianists of all ages. It is an appropriate repertoire piece for recitals, contests, and festivals.

Piano Pronto Movement 3 is a piano lesson book for early intermediates of all ages featuring fun and motivating pieces that keep students progressing-Pronto!

Portrait No. 6: Apeñas Amigos is an Intermediate to Late Intermediate work- paying tribute to Brazilian composer Egberto Gismonti, and it combines elements of both Classical and Jazz idioms. A hauntingly lyrical melody plays throughout the beginning and end of the work, while students will also be exploring various angular sequences as well. Teachers will enjoy this work for its lush harmonic content, perpetual rhythmic drive, as well as teaching various articulations and how to handle various tempi.  Intertwined within this work is a brief section of frenetic chaos, as well as a jovial (and dissonant) left-hand melody, which is sure to give students a real workout!

A modern lyrical spin on the third movement of the Spring concerto from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This advanced piano solo provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.

Waltz Divine, composed by Jenny Walker, is in the style of a grand waltz. Rubato is encouraged, especially when it comes to reaching the distance in the left hand. The opening section has a catchy and memorable theme. The quieter, second section, is brief and the first idea soon reappears to conclude the piece. This selection is ideal for late intermediates.

Triumphant, composed by Jennifer Eklund, is an uplifting pop-style solo for late intermediates.