Articulations

Spanish Dance, an energetic favorite by Jennifer Eklund, presented in a new extended remix to suit occasions like talent shows, competitions, and festivals that require pieces with a longer run-time. When played at the suggested tempo, this version clocks in around 3:00.

Spanish Dance is a showcase solo for later beginners full of Spanish Flamenco flair. Music composed by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Spotlight Solos Volume 1 songbook.

Jazzy showcase solo version of When the Saints Go Marching In arranged for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This upbeat jazz solo includes MIDI and Mp3 backing tracks for full-time fun for all ages!

Party Time Rag is an upbeat ragtime-style showcase solo for one hand and noisemaker by Chrissy Ricker ideal for late beginners of all ages. This piece can be played with either the right or left hand. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Bright Side of Life, composed by Chrisanne Nahum, is a light, upbeat, blues-style solo for late-beginners. Perfect for students of all ages who have just been introduced to a G major five-finger position and key signature.

Chasing the Paints is an early intermediate showcase solo composed by Jane Tate. This fun and silly song is a showdown between horse and owner trying to catch her in the field.

Jaunty Jalopy is an evenly-leveled duet for early intermediates composed by the Dolce Dolls team of Marcia Benson and Heidi Hansen. The piece was inspired by the story of Samantha, an American Girl Doll. The music begins with horn honks as the jalopy takes off for a sunny drive through the countryside. The music depicts a deflating tire which is promptly inflated so the jalopy can continue on its way.

No Limits is a fast and flashy duet for two early intermediates. Full of driving, syncopated rhythms this duet is sure to be a hit at your next recital! Music composed by Jennifer Eklund. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Flying Solo is an easy flashy recital piece that reinforces ascending and descending arpeggios in both hands. Music for early intermediates Jennifer Eklund and part of the Songs I Love to Play Volume 2 songbook.

12th Street Rag, composed by Euday L. Bowman, an infectious little ear-worm, arranged as an evenly-leveled early intermediate duet, by Jennifer Eklund. Separated parts and a full stacked-score are both included.

The fifth movement theme from Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony No. 6, arranged for early intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Beethoven: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

Victory Theme from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Beethoven: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

Franz Schubert’s iconic Marche Militaire, arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of Piano Pronto: Movement 2 and includes a teacher duet part.

The first movement theme from Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 in G minor, arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Mozart: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

Spring Sonata Theme, features the Movement 4 main theme from Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No. 5 in F major Op. 24, arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Beethoven: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

Eroica Symphony Theme, features the Movement 4 main theme from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3 arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Beethoven: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

Beethoven’s Turkish March arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Beethoven: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

Beethoven’s Ecossaise in G, a staple repertoire piece, arranged for early intermediate piano by Carl Czerny and edited by Jennifer Eklund. This piece, which includes a music history lesson, is part of the Beethoven: Exploring His Life & Music songbook.

Bourree, originally part of J.S. Bach’s Violin Sonata No. 2, is arranged here as an early intermediate piano solo by Jennifer Eklund. This fast showcase solo includes an upbeat teacher duet part. Part of the Piano Pronto: Movement 3 method book.

John Philip Sousa’s iconic patriotic theme The Stars & Stripes Forever, arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of Piano Pronto: Movement 2 and includes a teacher duet part.

Ready to dance? Salsalise is a latin-style rendition of Beethoven’s Fur Elise arranged for early intermediates of all ages. Includes a free backing track in both Mp3 and MIDI format. Ole!

Banana Donuts is a fun Latin-style pop solo for late beginners of all ages. Music and lyrics by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Spotlight Solos Plus songbook.

Mexican Folk Medley combines two popular Mexican folk tunes into a fun medley for early intermediates. Music arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of Piano Pronto: Movement 5.

Super Hero is a fast and driving showcase solo by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This selection is ideal for early intermediates and serves as a great introduction to playing in 5/4 time.