Reflection is a lyrical solo by Sara Tomlinson with a reflective quality. The piece is in 6/8 time in the key of A minor. The listener could easily get lost in the melody, which is supported by a hypnotic left-hand accompaniment.
Chasing The Dream is an energetic, contemporary lyrical solo by Sara Tomlinson. The left-hand accompaniment creates a steady rhythmic force underneath the lyrical and driving melodies in this piece. This piece is suitable for intermediate students of all ages.
Peaceful Slumber, composed by Jenny Walker, is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates that serves as an excellent introduction to playing in 5/8 time.
This is a wistful waltz by Jenny Walker, with a slightly quirky melody and steady waltz-like base line. The middle section has a deeper, more self-assured feel and switches to the major key. The piece is to be played with extreme sensitivity, especially at the end when the marionette finally runs out of steam.
Fur Elise arranged as an intermediate solo and includes most of the sections from the original work. Music arranged by Jennifer Eklund.
An elegant piano solo interpretation of the first movement of Vivaldi’s Violin Concerto in A Minor (RV. 356). This full-length arrangement by Jennifer Eklund will allow late intermediates and up to work on lyrical phrasing, dynamics, and rubato. The approximate run time of this solo is 4:00.
Three Moods for Piano, composed by Rick Robertson, is an late intermediate level triptych in a percussive twentieth-century style. The outer movements, both crisp and rhythmic (the first in constantly changing meters) flank a short, expressive middle movement. It is very effective in performance, and makes an excellent repertoire choice for a developing pianist.
What Wondrous Love is This? arranged in a contemporary, light jazz style by Debbie Center, enhancing the hauntingly beautiful melody of this cherished hymn.
Trick or Treat Trio is an easy, evenly-leveled trio for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. Perfect for Halloween or any time of the year when a spooky mood strikes! Includes separated parts and a full conductor’s stacked score for convenience.
Knock, Knock, Knock! is an evenly-leveled duet for late-beginners by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is sneaky, jazzy fun for all ages! This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.
Midnight Bells Are Ringing, is a spooky spin on the traditional folk tune “Frere Jacques” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This pieces provides ample opportunity to work on lyrical phrasing, balancing the hands, and working in various key signatures.
Who doesn’t love gummy bears? Gummy Bear Shuffle, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level solo in a playful shuffle style. Its bouncy rhythms make it fun to listen to and play. It also could be used as a “non-scary” Halloween piece, or for any performance occasion.
What could possibly be more fun than playing “Gummy Bear Shuffle”? Playing it with a friend! This one begged to be arranged for piano duet, and here it is. Its bouncy rhythms make it fun to listen to, and to play as well. It also could be used as a “non-scary” Halloween piece, or for any performance occasion.
Spirit House is a delightfully spooky solo for intermediates composed by Ron Levy. Great for the Halloween season or anytime a spooky mood strikes!
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.
Fum, Fum, Fum, arranged as an easy trio for six hands, one piano by Jennifer Eklund. This selection is ideal for late beginners of all ages. Includes a full conductor’s score and the three student parts separately.
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen arranged as an easy trio for six hands, one piano by Jennifer Eklund. This selection is ideal for beginners and late beginners of all ages. Includes a full conductor’s score and the three student parts separately.
3 Rockin’ Kings, is a joyful rock-n-roll style duet for late beginners featuring the holiday favorite “We Three Kings.” This evenly-leveled duet by Chrissy Ricker is guaranteed to jazz up your next holiday performance!
Ukrainian Bell Carol duet is ideal for early intermediates with an equal level of difficulty in both parts. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.
Coventry Carol, arranged for six hands, one piano, in a lyrical setting by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This selection is ideal for early intermediates and includes a set of parts and a full conductor’s score.
Into the Light, features a holiday favorite “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” arranged in a flowing lyrical style by Chrissy Ricker. This holiday piece is ideal for intermediates and will sparkle at to your holiday recital!
Patapan, arranged for six hands, one piano, in an upbeat setting by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This showcase selection is ideal for intermediates and includes a set of parts and a full conductor’s score.
Bell Carol Waltz is a fresh spin on a holiday favorite arranged here for intermediates by Amanda W. Smith!