Ludwig’s Groove is a playful spin on the Victory Theme from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 in C minor. This rockin’ arrangement by Chrissy Ricker will be sure to delight early intermediates of all ages!
Please don’t have a cow when I tell you that “Have a Cow!”, the title, came last. First I wrote the lyrics, on a whim – just going with what the melody suggested. But then cows did appear – first in measure 9, and then literally in measure 31. Of course the title followed naturally, because, well, “cows must go ahead”!
Sailor’s Tale, composed by Rick Robertson is an early intermediate level solo in a neo-Romantic lyrical style. A simply-harmonized opening theme is contrasted with a more tumultuous middle section featuring broken chords divided between the hands. This will make an excellent recital selection and is part of the Reach for the Stars songbook.
Stealth Mode is a minor-key showcase solo for early intermediates composed by Chrissy Ricker. This piece provides a great opportunity for students to work on playing a steady baseline and reading in the bass clef for both hands.
Whispering, composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas, is an elegant lyrical solo ideal for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Dancing in Dreams songbook.
How Far Is It To Bethlehem?, a traditional British carol, arranged in a lyrical setting for early intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.
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.
The Holly & The Ivy, a traditional holiday melody, elegantly arranged for early intermediates by Jenny Walker.
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for early intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the Second Scenes from Christmas songbook.
Ding Dong! Merrily on High, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for early intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the Second Scenes from Christmas songbook.
We Wish You a Merry Christmas, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for early intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the Second Scenes from Christmas songbook.
What Child Is This, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for early intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the Second Scenes from Christmas songbook.
Up on the Housetop, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for early intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the Second Scenes from Christmas songbook.
Yee-Haw!, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate-level showcase solo. It is inspired by “barn dance” or “square dance” music, and adds a touch of Americana to any recital program. It is a definite pupil saver and motivator and could also be used in “costume recitals” when a spooky costume is not desired.
Main themes from J.S. Bach’s iconic Toccata in D presented in a condensed version for late beginners. Music arranged by Jennifer Eklund.
Dance Upon High, is an elegant medley featuring the Russian Dance from “The Nutcracker” and “Angels We Have Heard on High” arranged for early intermediates by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Medley Magic holiday songbook.
Evergreen Waltz, is an elegant medley featuring “The Holly and the Ivy” and “O Christmas Tree” arranged for early intermediates by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Medley Magic holiday songbook.
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.
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.
Black Cat Boogie, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate jazzy showcase solo in a Boogie-Woogie style. It is very effective in performance, and should be a hit on any recital program. It is purposefully written in G-flat major, and uses black-key pentatonic melodies.
Tick-Tock-atina, composed by Lisa Shoemaker, is fast and flashy showcase solo for early intermediates and up that will delight students and audiences alike. This piece is part of the Musical Mosaics songbook.
Fright, composed by Lisa Shoemaker, is mysterious minor-key solo for early intermediates that will help students explore octave shifts and using a wide range on the keyboard. This piece is part of the Musical Mosaics songbook.
Mischief, composed by Lisa Shoemaker, is fast & flashy showcase solo for early intermediates in irregular meters. This piece is part of the Musical Mosaics songbook.
The Sliding Thumbs Rag, composed by Lisa Shoemaker, is an upbeat ragtime-style solo for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Musical Mosaics songbook.