Shades of You

Meditation, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate lyrical solo that has much potential as recital or service music.

Strolling is a lyrical solo for late beginners and is part of Spotlight Solos Volume 2. Music by Jennifer Eklund.

Heart’s Desire, composed by Gary Johnston, is an introspective lyrical piano solo for early intermediates inspired by long walks in the northern woods.

Labyrinth, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate level showcase solo. It has student appeal, and is suitable for recital or festival.

Inspired by the paintings of Monet, this contemporary lyrical solo by Chrissy Ricker encourages artistic playing in late beginners and early intermediates of all ages.

Simple Serenity Volume Two is a collection of sixteen easy lyrical solos composed by Jennifer Eklund. These calming pieces offer a great opportunity for late beginners and up to explore lyrical phrasing, rubato, and pedal work.

Me and My Piano, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate level solo in a neo-Romantic lyrical style. It is reflective, highly melodic and effective in performance, and makes an excellent repertoire choice for a developing pianist.

Gratitude, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate lyrical solo that is suitable for recitals and service playing.

Lost at Sea, composed by Kevin Costley, is a gentle lyrical solo for late beginners. This piece serves as a great opportunity for students to work on shifting open fifths and expressive phrasing.

Scenic Route is an easy lyrical solo for late beginners and early intermediates of all ages. Composed by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Spotlight Solos Plus songbook. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Sailboats in the Bay is a restful lyrical solo composed by Rick Robertson that is ideal for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Kaleidoscope Volume 1 songbook.

Midnight Sky, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate lyrical solo with a mature sound. This would work equally well with young or adult students.

Adrift is a pensive lyrical solo full of unique jazz harmonies, but easy enough for beginners and late-beginners. The sophisticated harmonies, and free-floating rubato form using multiple octaves, will make students of all ages feel successful in the early stages of lessons!

Misty Morning is a Satie-esque, reflective solo composed by Jennifer Eklund. Ideal for early intermediates of all ages, this piece offers a great opportunity to introduce students to the concept of rubato. This piece is part of the Shades of You songbook.

Planetarium, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate ambient solo. It is a useful study in finger dexterity and delicacy, and is effective in performance.

Just Passing By, is an easy ambient multi-level solo by Jennifer Eklund for beginners and late beginners of all ages. This piece is part of the Level Up! songbook.

Little Prayer, by Rick Robertson, is an easy lyrical solo that is part of his Spectrum Volume 1 songbook. This delicate, expressive solo, is well-suited for late beginners of all ages.

Northern Lights, by Rick Robertson is an early intermediate level solo in a neo-Romantic lyrical style. It is inspired by the painting and photography of Debbie Center, who is also a member of the Piano Pronto Composers Community. Center’s work, both musical and visual, is inspired by the beauty of nature around her Minnesota home.