A Walk with my Father is a reflective sacred solo composed by Chrisanne Nahum. This piece is ideal for intermediates and appropriate for offertories or casual enjoyment for pianists of all ages.
Be Thou My Vision, arranged by Rick Robertson, is a worshipful arrangement of the beloved hymn. It is one of the arranger’s favorite hymns, and is suitable for service or recital use.
O, Store Gud (Oh, Mighty God), a traditional Swedish melody with text by Carl Boberg, in a piano solo setting for intermediates. Arrangement by Chrisanne Nahum.
A modern mellow spin on the third movement of the Spring concerto from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This multi-level pack includes four different versions (late beginner through advanced) and provides ample opportunity for developing pianists to work on lyrical artistry and interpretation.
Vivaldi’s Spring Theme from The Four Seasons arranged for intermediate piano solo by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Movement 5 method book.
A modern lyrical spin on the third movement of the Spring concerto from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This intermediate solo provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.
May is a late intermediate pop-style solo with a broken chord accompaniment and singing contemporary melodic line. This is one of a set of 12 month-titled pieces by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM.
Chopin’s iconic Fantaisie Impromptu, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style by Jennifer Eklund. This solo, for early intermediates and up, provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.
Johann Pachelbel’s iconic Canon in D arranged as an intermediate piano solo by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Finale method book.
My Kind of Joy, is a rockin’ and rollin’ spin on Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy.” This showcase arrangement by Chrissy Ricker will be enjoyed by intermediates of all ages!
No Worries is an uplifting lyrical solo composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas that will delight intermediates of all ages. This piece is part of the Journeys songbook.
Keepin’ It Light is an energetic pop-style solo composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas that will be enjoyed by intermediates of all ages. This piece is part of the Enjoy the Ride songbook.
Toccata Lyrica, composed by Rick Robertson is an intermediate level showcase solo in a flashy, but lyrical style. It is very effective in performance, and makes an excellent recital or festival choice for a developing pianist.
Finding My Way, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate-level reflective solo. It is a study in broken chords, modulations, and tension/release. This lyrical selection will appeal to pianists of all ages.
October is an intermediate new age piece by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM. The constantly moving triplet figures in both hands are meant to evoke the swirling motion of colorful autumn leaves blowing about in the breeze. Rather than centering on a traditional melodic line, October allows students to create a mood or effect by experimenting with dynamic inflection and rubato to vary each performance. Dynamic indications in the score are merely suggestions – performers are meant to make this free-flowing piece their own.
Hoedown Medley is a lively showcase solo by Sandra Zylstra that combines two American classics: The Arkansas Traveler and Turkey in the Straw. This piece is ideal for intermediates of all ages!
Glad Rags by Jenny Walker is a catchy, modern ragtime duet that fluctuates between minor and major keys. The second provides the main rhythmic drive whilst the primo part has long, single notes and syncopated snippets. This showcase duet serves as a fun introduction to the ragtime style.
Until I See You Again is an expressive and heartfelt lyrical solo by Heather Nanney. Its beautiful melodic lines make this intermediate solo a student and teacher favorite.
Fields of Joy, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an uplifting lyrical solo for intermediates. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.
This light and airy intermediate-level piece by Sara Tomlinson is sure to delight students. The syncopation in the middle section will nicely challenge the student. The ending is an improvisation of the main theme and a fun way to finish the piece.
Lullaby, composed by Joanne Griffiths, is a lyrical and expressive piece, suitable for an intermediate player. It is based on the primary chords of D major, with the occasional chromatic twist.
Chromatic Rag, composed by Joanne Griffiths, is an exciting cacophony of contrary motion chromatic scales, tamed into a jaunty pastiche of Joplin. It is based on popular left-hand patterns, interspersed with symmetrical chromatic runs, and therefore suitable for an intermediate player.
When Irish Eyes are Smiling in a contemporary lyrical style ideal for intermediates of all ages. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Dreamweaver songbook.
In a Canoe, composed by Rick Robertson, is a lower-intermediate level lyrical solo. Its swaying rhythm suggests the rowing of the oarsman (or oarswoman).