Jazz harmonies

Living in Northern Minnesota, composer Debbie Center feels such conflicted emotions in October. October Mourn conveys the sense of awe when looking at breathtakingly beautiful autumn leaves, while mourning the passage of summer, saying goodbye to human and feathered snowbird friends, bracing for another long and harsh winter, and watching many local businesses close for the season. Playing this piece is cathartic for Debbie, and she hopes it will be for you, too.

Easy, lyrical version of Amazing Grace ideal for late beginning level pianists of all ages. Contemporary take on a sacred classic arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come in a lyrical setting for early intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

For the Beauty of the Earth, a selection from the Sacred Spotlight songbook, arranged in an elegant, contemplative setting for early intermediates. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

O Christmas Tree, in an elegant setting for late beginners with lush, lightly jazzy harmonies. This piece is part of the Easy Jazzy Jingles songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

Jazzy Bells, is a jovial swinging spin on a holiday favorite, arranged for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund.

Jazzy Jingle Bells is a fresh and contemporary take on a holiday classic. Rich harmonies and a stylized melodic line make this hand-friendly arrangement a hit for late beginners and early intermediates of all ages.

We Three Kings arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This upbeat, jazz-waltz solo will be a great fit for holiday performances.

O Christmas Tree, arranged in a pensive lyrical style for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the “Easy Christmas Classics” holiday songbook.

Patapan arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This fast and flashy showcase solo arrangement will be a great fit for holiday performances.

It Came upon a Midnight Clear arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This elegant lyrical solo, with lush jazz harmonies, will be a great fit for holiday performances.

Away in a Manger arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. The elegant lyrical setting with lush jazz harmonies will be a great fit for holiday performances.

Deck the Halls is a jazzy version of the traditional classic holiday carol combined with “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming.” Rich harmonies make this hand-friendly arrangement a hit for early intermediates of all ages.

Silent Night arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. The sophisticated lyrical setting with lush jazz harmonies will be a great fit for holiday performances.

We Wish You a Jazzy Christmas arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. The elegant setting with lush jazz harmonies will be a great fit for holiday performances.

Jazzy Old Saint Nicholas arranged for intermediates in an upbeat showcase-style jazz setting by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 songbook.

What Child Is This in a delicate, reflective jazz-style setting arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Ideal for intermediates of all ages, this piece offers a great opportunity to introduce students to the concept of rubato, lyrical phrasing techniques, and an exploration of nuanced jazz harmonies.

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.

I Saw Three Ships arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This upbeat, swing-style solo with ragtime flair will be a great fit for holiday performances.

He is Born (Il est ne, les divin Enfant) is a contemplative, jazzy version of a beloved French Christmas carol. Rich harmonies and a stylized melodic line make this hand-friendly arrangement a hit for early intermediates of all ages.

This traditional Chanukah song is polished up by Debbie Center and absolutely sparkles with soft jazz chords sure to brighten your Festival of Lights.

This traditional Passover song is thoughtfully arranged by Debbie Center. Its hauntingly beautiful melody switches hands throughout the piece, offering a unique learning opportunity voicing the melody in the left hand while toning down the right hand.

O Come O Come Emmanuel arranged for intermediates in a lyrical showcase-style jazz setting by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 songbook.

Toyland arranged for intermediates as an upbeat jazz-waltz by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 songbook.