In a Mystical World (Pisces) is a whimsical lyrical solo for intermediates composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This piece is part of the astrology-inspired songbook “Signs of the Time.”
January is a high-energy showcase solo with an uplifting principle theme, dramatic middle section, and flashy ending. This is one of a set of 12 month-titled pieces by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM.
February is a syncopated tune in triple meter for intermediate pianists by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM. A lyrical variation replaces the principle theme in the second half of this minor piece. Students are not required to play a greater span than an octave in the left hand accompaniment, and the perpetual motion of the harmonic rhythm drives the sense of forward motion.
December is a contemplative lyrical intermediate piano solo by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM. As with all music, imagery or stories may come to mind when performing or hearing the piece. For the composer, it brings to mind a nighttime journey to Bethlehem by a woman great with child and her husband. This hand-friendly piece will delight intermediates of all ages!
Winter Wind, composed by Sara Tomlinson, is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates. This piece is part of the Creation Collage songbook.
Firelight Dreams, composed by Amanda W. Smith, is a haunting lyrical solo for intermediates. This piece is part of the Set Sail songbook.
A modern lyrical spin on the Winter concerto theme from Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This intermediate solo provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.
A Cold Winter’s Night is an elegant lyrical showcase solo that is part of Lisa Frederick’s In the Groove songbook. This piece well-suited for intermediates of all ages.
This new lyrical solo from Ryan Chesser is perfect for sipping coffee at your window on wintry days. There are lots of opportunities here for expressiveness, rubato, and plenty of sparkly, crisp notes.
Midnight Bells Are Ringing, is an easy multi-level solo by Jennifer Eklund for beginners and late beginners of all ages. This piece is a spooky spin on “Frere Jacques” that will delight students during the Halloween season or anytime a minor mood strikes!
Midnight Bells Are Ringing, is a spooky spin on “Frere Jacques” arranged as an easy minor-key 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.
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.
Over the River & through the Woods, from the First Christmas Solos songbook, is a primer level holiday solo with teacher duet ideal for beginners of all ages. Music can be taught by note, rote, or finger number.
Over the River and Through the Woods Duet is ideal for a late beginner for the Primo part and an intermediate student or teacher for the Secondo part. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas for Two songbook.
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, presented in three versions, appropriate for late beginners through early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
The March of the Toys from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, presented in three versions, appropriate for late beginners through early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
Waltz of the Flowers from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, presented in three versions, appropriate for late beginners through early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
Pas de deux from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, presented in three versions, appropriate for late beginners through early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
A miniature version of the Overture from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, presented in three versions, appropriate for late beginners through early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
Sugar Plum Jam, is a chilled-out Latin spin on Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from The Nutcracker ballet. This piece is ideal for late beginners of all ages and is arranged by Jennifer Eklund.
The iconic Russian Dance from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet arranged for easy piano by Jennifer Eklund.
Toyland, Joyland!, is a whimsical take on a holiday favorite, arranged for late beginners and includes an optional teacher duet part. This piece is part of the Roadtrip! Christmas Vacation songbook by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.
Carol of the Snowballs, is a whimsical take on the ever-popular Ukrainian Bell Carol, arranged for late beginners and includes an optional teacher duet part. This piece is part of the Roadtrip! Christmas Vacation songbook by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.
Frosty Friend, is an upbeat holiday-themed solo for late beginners and includes an optional teacher duet part. This piece is part of the Roadtrip! Christmas Vacation songbook by Jennifer Eklund and Kris Skaletski.