Fun Christmas Medley

Enjoy the peaceful sounds of Christmas with this medley that weaves together “Dona nobis pacem” and "Silent Night.” This intermediate arrangement by Sandra Zylstra is written for two pianos/four hands.

Snow Ride by British composer Jenny Walker is an evenly-leveled duet for two intermediate players. Apart from the introduction, the secondo player provides the rhythmic drive and the primo player has a slower, calmer feel. There is a gentle, steady flow depicting a horse-drawn carriage being driven through the snow.

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.

Spice up your holiday season with this upbeat Latin-style duet of Jingle Bells arranged for intermediates by Stacy Fahrion.

Hark! the Herald Angels Sing in a lyrical duet setting ideal for two intermediates. Music arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

Russian Dance, from Tchaikovsky’s iconic ballet “The Nutcracker,” arranged as fast and flashy showcase duet for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

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.

More Scenes from Christmas features eight holiday favorites arranged for intermediate students of all ages. These harmonically-rich, elegant solos will shine at your next holiday recital!

Silent Night for Two by Jenny Walker is for four hands and is a fantasia based on the famous carol. It can be played by two intermediate/advanced pianists or a student and teacher. It opens and ends with bell-like octaves and pedal notes. The main melody is played initially by the primo player and the volume and speed picks up as other parts come in. This sparkling showcase is an entertaining take on a seasonal favorite.

O Christmas Tree 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.

“Arkansas Traveler” and “Turkey in the Straw” make up this fun dance medley. Both songs were written long ago and have survived through the years with many different lyrics adapted for various occasions. This toe-tapping duet is evenly leveled for two intermediates!

A Child’s World for Two is an imaginative collection of eight easy solos with lush teacher duets composed by Barbara Becker. Full of evocative harmonies and a variety of genres, this is a collections that students of all ages will enjoy.

Sock Hop Doo-Wop is a classic 1950s style shuffle composed as a duet by Rick Robertson. This intermediate level showcase works as a duet for two pianos or for one piano. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

I Saw Three Ships arranged as a showcase-style evenly-leveled duet for two late beginners. Music by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas Together songbook.

The First Noel arranged in a lyrical contemporary style for early intermediates. Part of Christmas Classics Volume 1 Songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

Joyful and Triumphant, is an elegant lyrical spin on “O Come, All Ye Faithful” arranged by Chrissy Ricker. This holiday piece is ideal for intermediates and will add sparkle to your holiday recital!

Recordings for the Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 holiday songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

Dance Medley from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, including the Russian, Arabian, and Chinese Dances, arranged for intermediates, by Lisa Donovan Lukas.