Articulations

Grieg’s iconic melody Anitra’s Dance arranged and modified for intermediate piano solo. Part of the Piano Pronto: Encore method book.

Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik, Movement 1 theme, arranged for intermediate piano solo by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Encore method book.

Mozart’s Turkish Rondo presented in a slightly modified arrangement for intermediates. Part of the Piano Pronto: Encore method book.

Three Prayers consists of three short engaging movements for 2 pianos, 8 hands, by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This is a melodic, contemporary showcase piece for late intermediate students. Ideal for teens as well as students of all ages who enjoy playing duets and ensemble pieces at group lessons and recitals.

High Five, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level jazz showcase solo in 5/4 time. It has a rhythmic drive and is an audience pleaser.

Off the Hook is a flamboyant, rhythmically driven trio for six hands and one piano by Canadian composer Lisa Frederick. This showcase ensemble work will be a hit with intermediates of any age and will blow the roof off at your next recital!

Slow Rumba, composed by Jenny Walker, is a sassy Latin-style solo full of fun and catchy rhythms. This solo is ideal for intermediates.

Get your body moving with this upbeat boogie-style solo by Paul Sweet. It’s great for working on syncopations, building left-hand agility, teaching the blues scale, and having some major fun!

Mozart’s Salzburg Symphony first movement theme arranged as an intermediate piano solo by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Encore method book.

Queen of the Night’s Vengeance Aria, from Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute, arranged as an intermediate piano solo arrangement by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Encore method book.

Goodnight, Sweet Dreams is a Composers Today award winning composition by Lisa Donovan Lukas. An inspirational contemporary lyrical showcase solo, ideal for the advanced student.

Blow the Wind Southerly is a traditional folk song from Northumberland, England arranged by Jenny Walker. Another familiar melody, “When the Boat Comes In” is combined with the main theme in the middle of the piece. The work tells the story of a woman desperately hoping for a southerly wind to blow her lover back home over the ocean to her. This is a variation-style piece going through several keys, suitable for the late-intermediate pianists.

Picking Lilacs, composed by Travis Lohmann, features light influences of jazz, as well as lyrically phrased melodies. Best suited for mid to late-intermediate pianists, this composition can work both as a contemplative opener for a concert, as well as middle interlude between selections. The light-hearted tone of this piece, as well as its whimsical nature is sure to be a perfect performance piece for any concert.

To Raise the Wind Horse is a piece for one piano, four hands by Lisa Donovan Lukas, originally premiered at Daniel Pearl World Music Days. A spirited, contemporary showcase piece, this is an ideal performance piece for late intermediate/early advanced students who enjoy playing duets!

Catch Me if You Can is a fast, minor-key duet for beginners with a focus on staccato versus legato playing. Music by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Pronto Pizazz songbook.

The Spook is a multi-level minor-key solo by Jennifer Eklund for beginners and late beginners of all ages. This product includes three versions, and will delight students during the Halloween season and beyond!

In the Hall of the Mountain King, a year-round spooky favorite, arranged as an easy multi-level solo by Jennifer Eklund for beginners and late beginners of all ages.

Pumpkin Smash, is an evenly-leveled duet for beginners by Chrissy Ricker. Great for the fall performances and beyond!

The Enchanted Trilogy, by Chrissy Ricker, is a mini-suite of showcase solos for beginners. This piece is part of the “Creature Features” songbook.

The Spook is a ghoulishly fun minor-key solo for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Easy Spooktacular Solos songbook.

Super Spooky Spy Guy is a spooktacular minor-key solo for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Easy Spooktacular Solos songbook.

Things That Go Pop in the Night, is a spooky spin on “Pop! Goes the Weasel” for late beginners. This piece is part of the Easy Spooktacular Solos songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

Funeral March for a Jack-o-Lantern is an easy, evenly-leveled duet 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 stacked score for convenience.

Funeral March for a Jack-o-Lantern is an easy, evenly-leveled 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.