Candle in the Dark

Winter Landscape by Rick Robertson is an early intermediate level solo in a neo-Romantic lyrical style. It is very effective in performance, and makes an excellent repertoire choice for a developing pianist. It is an excellent choice for a winter program when the student wishes not to play a Christmas-themed piece.

Winter Walk by Jane Tate is a peaceful solo that would be suited to the early to middle intermediate player of any age. It will be a charming addition to any recital or performance opportunity.

Winter Dreams, composed by Rick Robertson is an early intermediate level solo in a neo-Romantic lyrical style. It is very effective in performance, and makes an excellent repertoire choice for a developing pianist, regardless of the season.

Cloudy Day, composed by Rick Robertson is a wistful, elegant solo ideal for late-elementary through early intermediate pianists of all ages.

Winter’s Calm by Rick Robertson is a late-elementary/early intermediate New Age lyrical solo that will appeal to pianists of all ages. This can be used as service music as well, especially for youth.

Winter Frost, composed by Rick Robertson, is a lower-intermediate lyrical solo. Its plaintive sound makes it an interesting reflective solo. The melody is primarily in the left hand.

Moonsong is a dark, contemporary lyrical solo by Chrissy Ricker, perfect for encouraging expressive playing in early intermediates of all ages.

Snow Flurries, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate level lyrical solo. Pedal effects and mixed accents, including hemiola, add to the atmosphere. This is an excellent choice for recital or festival use.

By the Frozen Mill Pond by Gary Johnston is a wistful piano solo for early intermediates of all ages. This elegant, introspective melody, conjures up images of a frosty day on a frozen pond.

Shades of You is a gentle, lyrical solo for early intermediates composed by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Shades of You songbook.

The Butterfly is an introspective, lyrical solo for early intermediates of all ages by Jennifer Eklund. With its delicate harmonies, this piece offers the opportunity for budding musicians to work on expressive playing and dynamic nuances.

Lost in the Night is a mysterious lyrical solo composed by Heather Nanney that will appeal to early intermediates of all ages!

A Long Way from Home is an upbeat lyrical solo, composed by Jane Tate, and inspired by her homesickness of her mother country of Britain. It is a wonderful way to introduce the chord inversions to early intermediates of all ages.

A Song for All Seasons is a celebratory collection that can be enjoyed year-round by late beginners. Each season includes an arrangement of one of Vivaldi’s concertos from “The Four Seasons,” followed by two original season-specific solos composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas.

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.

Midnight Bells Are Ringing, is a spooky spin on the traditional folk tune “Frère Jacques” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This pieces provides ample opportunity to work on lyrical phrasing, balancing the hands, and working in various key signatures.

Onward and Upward, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate level lyrical showcase solo. It features broken-chord writing in a parallel motion, building up to an effective conclusion.

Shadowfall is a minor-key showcase solo ideal for late beginners of all ages. This pattern-based solo, easily taught by rote or note, will be a hit at your next recital! Part of the Spotlight Solos Plus songbook.