Sussex Carol

The Sussex Carol (sometimes called “On Christmas Night All Christians Sing”) is a very popular carol in England. This arrangement by Jenny Walker, has a jaunty, 6/8 feel and is similar in style to “I Saw Three Ships”. It is a lovely, lilting carol with a joyous, rhythmic sway.

Jingle Bells arranged as a contemporary lyrical solo for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the More Scenes from Christmas songbook.

Jazzy Old Saint Nicholas arranged for intermediates in an upbeat showcase-style jazz setting by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 songbook.

Auld Lang Syne arranged in a lyrical contemporary style and combined with the iconic Shaker tune Simple Gifts. This showcase solo is well suited for intermediates and arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

Up on the Housetop arranged for intermediates in an upbeat jazz setting by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 songbook.

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

It Came Upon a Midnight Clear, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the More Scenes from Christmas songbook.

Away in a Manger arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. The elegant lyrical setting with lush jazz harmonies will be a great fit for holiday performances.

Dance of the Three Arabian Kings, is a mashup of the Arabian Dance from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet and We Three Kings, stylishly arranged for intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Yuletide Treasures songbook.

Festive Frolic, composed by Jenny Walker, is a quirky piece full of fun. Starting and finishing in the upper end of the keyboard, it slowly creeps down until we get just a hint of Jingle Bells together with left-hand chord leaps, which can be played slightly slower. The last part of the piece completes the musical sandwich with a playful ending.

What Child Is This in a delicate, reflective jazz-style setting arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Ideal for intermediates of all ages, this piece offers a great opportunity to introduce students to the concept of rubato, lyrical phrasing techniques, and an exploration of nuanced jazz harmonies.

The First Noel, a traditional holiday favorite, arranged in an elegant peaceful setting for intermediates by Kevin Costley.

Joy to the World arranged in a lyrical contemporary showcase style for intermediates. Part of Christmas Classics Volume 1 songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

Sugar Plum Blues, arranged by Chrissy Ricker, is a jazzy version of the iconic theme from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet. This piece is part of the Rockin’ Christmas songbook.

Still, Still, Still, elegantly arranged for intermediates by Rick Robertson. This piece is part of the Christmas by Candlelight songbook.

Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming arranged in a contemporary lyrical setting by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This holiday selection is ideal for 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!