Jazz harmonies

When You Smile, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level solo in a lyrical light-pop or jazz style. It is dedicated to jazz singer Dubby Spivak, widow of the American bandleader Charlie Spivak, who is a friend of the composer.

Sweet Hour of Prayer in an elegant, contemplative setting for late beginners. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

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.

It Is Well with My Soul in a lyrical setting for early intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook.

Fairest Lord Jesus arranged in a contemplative lyrical style for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook. 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.

Be Thou My Vision arranged in a lyrical setting for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook.

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.

Adrift is a pensive lyrical solo full of unique jazz harmonies, but easy enough for beginners and late-beginners. The sophisticated harmonies, and free-floating rubato form using multiple octaves, will make students of all ages feel successful in the early stages of lessons!

Ludwig’s Blues, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level blues solo that quotes the ever-familiar Fur Elise by Beethoven.

Walnut Waltz is a whimsical jazz waltz for early intermediates composed by Ron Levy. Make sure to check out the teaching demo video included with this listing highlighting key performance elements. This piece is part of the Jazz Salad songbook.

Midnight Blues, composed by Joanne Griffiths, is a contemplative, gentle solo, based on seventh-chords with a five-finger repetitive phrase. Variations on a theme, balancing the melody, harmonic structure and creating an atmosphere are all techniques required to play this mournful tune.

Morning Stretch is a lyrical contemporary arrangement of Grieg’s Morning Theme and is part of the Dog Days songbook. Music by Jennifer Eklund.

On the Right Track, by Canadian composer Lisa Frederick, is a fast, jazzy showcase duet full of energy and style. This duet is perfect for sibling pairs as the primo is slightly easier than the secondo part.

Sonatina is a charming three-movement classical composition by Barbara Becker. This piece is ideal for early intermediates of all ages.

Regrets, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediatelevel solo in a neo-Romantic lyrical style. It features a melody in light jazz style featuring some parallel seventh chords, often in stepwise motion. Its sophisticated sound will also appeal to teens and adults. This piece is part of the Kaleidoscope Volume 2 songbook.

Day’s End, composed by Rick Robertson is an intermediate level ambient, light jazz solo with a mature" sound. This piece will appeal to teens and adults as well.

Petite Reverie is a contemporary lyrical solo composed by Rick Robertson that will appeal to pianists of all ages. Full of lush harmonies and a sweeping melody this piece will suit any occasion including church services and weddings.

Take It Easy, is a smooth jazz solo composed by Joanne Griffiths full of lush harmonies and a lilting rhythmic flow. This piece is part of the Double Takes songbook that features progressive pairs of jazz, rags, and blues-inspired solos.

Moose on the Loose is a jazzy showcase piano solo by Lisa Frederick. This delightful hard-romping swing solo is an ideal spotlight piece for late-intermediates of all ages.

Graduation is a jubilant lyrical waltz for intermediates composed by Barbara Becker. This piece is part of the Potpourri songbook.

Londonderry Air (O, Danny Boy) arranged in a lyrical and up-tempo jazzy style for intermediates. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

Keep the Change is a lyrical jazz waltz in B minor with a written out improvisation. Great as a launching point for intermediates into jazz studies.

Summer Dance is an MTAC Composers Today award winning composition by Lisa Donovan Lukas. A light, jazzy, energetic contemporary solo, it is a perfect showcase piece for the late intermediate student of any age!