Silent Night for Two by Jenny Walker is for four hands and is a fantasia based on the famous carol. It can be played by two intermediate/advanced pianists or a student and teacher. It opens and ends with bell-like octaves and pedal notes. The main melody is played initially by the primo player and the volume and speed picks up as other parts come in. This sparkling showcase is an entertaining take on a seasonal favorite.
Here, Rick Robertson has woven two familiar tunes for this carol with the music of Johannes Brahms. The piece quotes one well-known Intermezzo (op. 118 no. 2) and hints at another (op. 117 no. 1). This arrangement for late intermediates is part of the Christmas Memories songbook.
This lovely Catalán carol was made popular by the cellist Pablo Casals. Its haunting melody will being something fresh to any Christmas program. This arrangement for intermediates by Rick Robertson is part of the Christmas Memories songbook.
He Is Born, a traditional French carol, arranged in a lyrical styling for intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.
Still, Still, Still, a traditional Austrian carol, arranged in a peaceful lyrical style for intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.
Go Tell It on the Mountain, arranged for intermediates by Rick Robertson. This piece is part of the Christmas by Candlelight songbook.
Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming, artfully mixed with Edward MacDowell’s To a Wild Rose, in an intermediate level arrangement by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Medley Magic Volume 2 holiday songbook.
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This fast and jazzy showcase solo arrangement will be a great fit for holiday performances.
He Is Born, a traditional French carol, arranged in a lyrical styling for early intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.
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.
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas arranged for beginning violinists of all ages. Includes a lush teacher accompaniment making this a great piece for recitals or other performance opportunities.
America the Beautiful, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for advanced piano by Jennifer Eklund.
Recuerdos de la Alhambra, originally written for classical guitar by Francisco Tárrega, arranged for piano by Debbie Center. This is a lovely Spanish-style showstopper for any occasion!
Columbia, the Gem of the Ocean, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.
It Is Well with My Soul in a lyrical setting with splashes of J.S. Bach’s “Arioso” from BWV 156 & 1056. This pensive solo, arranged by Jennifer Eklund, is ideal for late intermediates.
Triumphant, composed by Jennifer Eklund, is an uplifting pop-style solo for late intermediates.
Slow Rumba, composed by Jenny Walker, is a sassy Latin-style solo full of fun and catchy rhythms. This solo is ideal for intermediates.
Christ the Lord Is Risen Today in a majestic setting arranged by Sarah Reaser O’Brien. This sacred Easter classic is full of lush modern harmonies and will be enjoyed by late intermediates of all ages. Includes a full sheet of lyrics with all verses.
Twilight (Crepuscule) is a simple, but beautiful song by Jules Massenet (1842-1912). Here it is arranged by Rick Robertson for piano solo. This will give the expressive student an opportunity to work on shaping long lines. It is also useful as service or wedding music. It also makes a nice encore.
Something Else, by British composer Joanne Griffiths, has a gently meandering melody over an accompaniment of two patterns, two chords and two time signatures. A little quirky lilt changing from 3/4 to 4/4 time will keep your students counting.
Calm, composed by Jenny Walker, is a peaceful meditative solo for intermediates. The left hand provides a gentle, rocking accompaniment, much of which is in the treble clef. The mood is fairly constant throughout and there is room for some rubato when the left hand reach increases towards the middle of the work.
Music Box is a lyrical solo by Sara Tomlinson in the key of A major. Much of the piece is written with both hands in the upper register, creating a light and airy feeling. The middle section gives the impression of the turning and spinning movement inside the music box. Listeners of all ages will enjoy the sounds and sentiments of the music box.
Romantic Stroll, composed by Sara Tomlinson, is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates. This piece is part of the Creation Collage songbook.
By Your Side, composed by Ryan Chesser, is a sentimental lyrical waltz for intermediates. This selection is part of the Brand New Day songbook.