Syncopation

Tannenbaum Boogie, is an early intermediate level jazzy remix of the holiday favorite “O Christmas Tree” arranged by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Rockin’ Christmas songbook.

Whip-poor-will Dance is a slow ragtime-style solo written in 1921 by Joe Jordan and featured in Season 2 of the HBO® series “Boardwalk Empire.” This simplified elegant arrangement by Jennifer Eklund is ideal for intermediates of all ages.

Turkey in the Straw sheet music is a fun little romp for late beginners that is a great recital solo. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Songs I Love to Play Volume 1 songbook.

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

Gobble Wobble Rag is a Thanksgiving-themed ragtime tune composed by Jennifer Eklund, arranged here as an early intermediate piano duet.

Gobble Wobble Rag is an upbeat pattern-based ragtime solo composed by Jennifer Eklund. This is a great exercise for early intermediates with a focus on split articulations between the hands. Gobble, gobble!

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

Harvest Tango, composed by Gary Johnston, is a mysterious and fun dance for early intermediates using the iconic tango rhythm in a minor key. To be danced under the Harvest moon!

Turkey Trot, composed by Gary Johnston, is a bright, jazzy little piece for early intermediates with lots of syncopation and a half-time walking bass line.

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.

All Creatures of Our God and King, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, begins and ends very simply, allowing for much expression. Syncopation throughout the middle of the piece gives a contemporary flair to this well-loved tune.

The Doxology: Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow, arranged by Robyn Fehrenbacher in a beautiful, flowing, contemporary setting. This beloved hymn is a lovely choice for preludes, offertories, weddings, recitals, and personal enjoyment!

Simple Gifts, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund. This version is part of the “Sounds of the Spirit” sacred songbook.

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.

Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing, arranged by Lisa Shoemaker, covers a range of emotions from joyful exuberance to gentle thoughtfulness. The energetic syncopation makes this a treat for students and church musicians alike!

Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing in a lush virtuosic setting arranged by Christina Mathis. This sacred favorite is ideal for advanced pianists.

Jingle Bells, presented as rock and roll style 5-finger beginner solo with optional teacher accompaniment part included. Music arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

This jazzy take on the holiday classic can be performed as a duet or as a trio! “Jingle Bell Jive” by Chrissy Ricker is a toe-tapping ensemble piece arranged for two or three beginners.

Sugar Plum Jam, is a chilled-out Latin spin on Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” from The Nutcracker ballet. This piece is ideal for late beginners of all ages and is arranged by Jennifer Eklund.

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

God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, arranged as a lilting jazz waltz for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund.

God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen arranged as an evenly-leveled duet for two late beginners, with a little splash of “End Game” mixed in. Music by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas Together songbook.

Bell Carol Bossa, is a sassy Latin spin on the ever-popular Ukrainian Bell Carol, arranged for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Easy Jazzy Jingles songbook.

Deck the Halls, a perennial favorite, arranged as an easy piano trio by Kris Skaletski. Includes a stacked score and separated parts. This showcase ensemble will brighten up your next holiday recital!