Simple Gifts

Simple Gifts in a lyrical setting for early intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight 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.

Simple Gifts arranged by Jennifer Eklund in a contemporary lyrical style ideal for intermediates of all ages. This version is part of the Dreamweaver songbook.

Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, covers a range of emotions from joyful exuberance to gentle thoughtfulness. The energetic syncopation makes this a treat for students and church musicians alike!

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

A meditative arrangement by Stacy Fahrion of Martin Luther’s Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott. This arrangement was written to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.

Here is Love set in a beautiful and contemporary arrangement by Lisa Shoemaker. Perfect for offertories or casual enjoyment, you and your students will enjoy playing expressively and creating different moods through this piece!

Blow the Wind Southerly is a traditional folk song from Northumberland, England arranged by Jenny Walker. Another familiar melody, “When the Boat Comes In” is combined with the main theme in the middle of the piece. The work tells the story of a woman desperately hoping for a southerly wind to blow her lover back home over the ocean to her. This is a variation-style piece going through several keys, suitable for the late-intermediate pianists.

The Old Rugged Cross arranged in a contemporary style for late intermediates. This sacred showcase features a lyrical section and a light jazz waltz styling. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

All Creatures of Our God and King, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, begins and ends very simply, allowing for much expression. Syncopation throughout the middle of the piece gives a contemporary flair to this well-loved tune.

Whimsy & Wonder features ten delightfully macabre solos for intermediates composed by Stacy Fahrion. These quirky, neoclassical twists on favorite nursery rhymes will delight pianists of all ages who are looking for unique performance pieces.

This wistfully whimsical piece by Stacy Fahrion expresses The Farmer in the Dell’s unrequited love for Adele. Ideal for intermediates of all ages.

Wistful Waltz, composed by Stacy Fahrion, is a mysterious, Chopin-esque waltz with a very un-Chopin-like modal middle section and an abundance of tritones. Ideal for early advanced level pianists of all ages.

Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing in a lush virtuosic setting arranged by Christina Mathis. This sacred favorite is ideal for advanced pianists.

Endearing Irish Charms, arranged by Jennifer Eklund, is a medley of two familiar Irish tunes “Believe Me, If All Those Endearing Young Charms" and "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling.” This intermediate solo provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come, a Thanksgiving favorite blended with “Simple Gifts” in a lush arrangement for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Aloha Oe (Farewell to Thee), arranged in a lyrical style for late intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.

Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken arranged in a contemporary style for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This traditional Austrian hymn with music by Franz Joseph Haydn is mixed here with Felix Mendelssohn’s Consolation from Songs Without Words. This selection is ideal for congregational settings with a run time of approximately three minutes.