Lyrical phrasing

All I Need is a peaceful lyrical solo composed by Chrisanne Nahum. This piece is ideal for intermediates of all ages.

Sing We Now of Christmas, arranged as a lyrical piano solo by Lisa Donovan Lukas for intermediates. This piece is part of the “Tidings of Joy: Volume One” holiday songbook.

A Carol for Candlelight, arranged by Chrissy Ricker, is a peaceful rendition of “Silent Night” for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Easy Rockin’ Christmas holiday songbook.

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

We Wish You a Merry Christmas, a holiday favorite, arranged in a peaceful lyrical setting for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the “Easy Christmas Classics” holiday songbook.

O Holy Night, a holiday favorite, arranged in a peaceful lyrical setting for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the “Easy Christmas Classics” holiday songbook.

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.

Pensées nocturnes (Night Thoughts), by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level lyrical solo. The first theme, in an “arabesque” style, contrasts with a slightly slower, more lyrical middle section. This would make an excellent recital or festival selection.

Canción de la Guitarra (Song of the Guitar), by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level lyrical solo. This etude-like piece features a melody within a wedge-like texture and gives the performer an opportunity to work on voicing, shaping phrases, and rubato.

Whispers of Winter, is an elegant intermediate piano solo by Chrissy Ricker featuring five holiday favorites: God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, Ukrainian Bell Carol, Jingle Bells, We Three Kings and What Child Is This.

O Come, All Ye Faithful, a traditional holiday favorite, in a peaceful lyrical setting for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the “Easy Christmas Classics” holiday songbook.

Autumn Lament, composed by Jennifer Eklund, is an easy lyrical solo for late beginners. This piece offers a great opportunity to work on broken sixths, pedaling, and lyrical phrasing.

Gratitude, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate lyrical solo that is suitable for recitals and service playing.

Little Prayer, by Rick Robertson, is an easy lyrical solo that is part of his Spectrum Volume 1 songbook. This delicate, expressive solo, is well-suited for late beginners of all ages.

Simple Gifts in a lyrical setting for early intermediates arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Sacred Spotlight songbook.

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.

Autumn Reverie, composed by Chrissy Ricker, is an elegant minor-key waltz for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Rhapsodies and Reveries songbook.

Autumn Leaves, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an elegant lyrical solo for early intermediates. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.

Falling Leaves is an intermediate level lyrical contemporary solo that is part of the Shades of You and Impressions songbooks. Music by Jennifer Eklund.

All Creatures of Our God and King in a contemporary setting by Lisa Shoemaker for your early intermediate level students! A touch of syncopation offers modern flair to this traditional hymn tune.

Amazing Grace arranged as a lyrical solo for intermediates of all ages arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Dreamweaver songbook.

Simple Gifts arranged by Jennifer Eklund in a contemporary lyrical style ideal for intermediates of all ages. This version is part of the Dreamweaver songbook.

For many people, November is a month for giving thanks. This intermediate piece by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM, is a contemporary rendering of a hymn-like melody. November symbolizes a musical token of gratitude for family and friends who have been with us through good times and bad and with whom we love to spend our time. The ternary form offers an uplifting first section followed by a middle theme of more serious and reflective implication. The middle theme modulates into a return of the first in a new key, representing a triumphant overcoming of life’s struggles with the help of those we hold dear.