Duets a la Mode

Beethoven’s familiar two-note theme is used throughout this evenly-leveled piano duet by Dolce Dolls team Marcia Benson and Heidi Hansen in unexpected ways. This showcase piece is ideal for early intermediates and up.

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

Chopin’s iconic Fantaisie Impromptu, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style by Jennifer Eklund. This solo, for early intermediates and up, provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.

The first movement theme from Mozart’s Piano Sonata in C Major, K. 545, arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Mozart: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

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.

March of the Toy Soldiers, from Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker ballet, arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Classics for Two Volume 2 features eight well-known classical melodies from all eras arranged by Sandra Zylstra for one piano, four hands. These delightful, evenly-leveled selections will be enjoyed by advancing intermediates of all ages!

Canon in D arranged as an evenly-leveled duet for two late-beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This flowing contemporary setting of Pachelbel’s iconic melody will be an uplifting addition to any recital.

Chanson, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate-level lyrical solo. With its haunting melody and interesting harmonic turns this piece is useful for recitals, weddings, or church services.

Sonatina is a charming three-movement classical composition by Barbara Becker. This piece is ideal for early intermediates of all ages.

On the Right Track, by Canadian composer Lisa Frederick, is a fast, jazzy showcase duet full of energy and style. This duet is perfect for sibling pairs as the primo is slightly easier than the secondo part.

Clair de lune, by Claude Debussy, arranged for early intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund. This version is an ideal starter version for young pianists with smaller hands who want to play all the sections of this iconic piece, but aren’t ready for all the octaves and thick chords from the original.

Wind Whirls, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate level showcase solo. Its passages divided between the hands give it a showy effect, with some interesting harmonies.

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.

Sky Castles, by Lisa Donovan Lukas, is a delightful, upbeat, lyrical showcase piece for the early intermediate pianist.

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.

Dynamic Duos Volume 2 is a collection of ten evenly-leveled showcase duets for late-beginners and beyond composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas. These selections span a variety of genres and will delight students and audiences of all ages! This book contains selections for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Classic Minuet, by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate solo in classic minuet-and-trio style. It has some updated harmonies in the trio section, and is effective in recitals or festivals.