Syncopation

Where Beauty Lives (Libra) is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This piece is part of the astrology-inspired songbook “Signs of the Time.”

Keepin’ It Light is an energetic pop-style solo composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas that will be enjoyed by intermediates of all ages. This piece is part of the Enjoy the Ride songbook.

Warrior is an energetic showcase solo composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas that will please intermediates of all ages. This piece is part of the Journeys songbook.

Warrior II (Have Courage), is an energetic showcase solo for intermediates composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas.

Love Is the Journey, is an uplifting lyrical solo composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas for intermediates. This pop-style solo includes lyrics and chord symbols providing a great opportunity for students to practice accompanying themselves as they sing along. This piece is part of the Sky Castles songbook.

By the River, by Rick Robertson is an intermediate solo in a neo-Romantic lyrical style. Its gentle rocking in the left-hand accompaniment suggests the gentle flow of a river. It is very effective in performance, and makes an excellent repertoire choice for a developing pianist and could also be used as service music.

Sock Hop Doo-Wop is a classic 1950s style shuffle composed as a duet by Rick Robertson. This intermediate level showcase works as a duet for two pianos or for one piano. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.

Broken-Hearted You is an upbeat country-style solo composed by Sarah Reaser O’Brien. This light-hearted swinging solo is ideal for intermediates of all ages!

City Jazz Club, a selection from Sarah Reaser O’Brien’s Star City Solos songbook, is an upbeat jazzy solo ideal for intermediates of all ages.

May is a late intermediate pop-style solo with a broken chord accompaniment and singing contemporary melodic line. This is one of a set of 12 month-titled pieces by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM.

June is a dramatic solo for later intermediate pianists. The mysterious setting evokes the mood of a summer storm with tumultuous wind. Crashing pops of lightning punctuate the primary theme while arpeggiated flourishes mimic the downpour of sudden rain. This is one of a set of 12 month-titled pieces by Sarah Reaser O’Brien, NCTM.

The Lily of the Valley, in a peaceful setting for intermediates, arranged by Kevin Costley. This piece is part of the Hymns of Hope songbook.

Imagine a long journey, roaming across the country, with no specific destination in mind! Rhythmic and harmonic patterns make this piece by Lisa Shoemaker accessible for your intermediate students while exploring perhaps a less familiar key signature.

Like You, Lord! is an upbeat contemporary worship solo composed by Chrisanne Nahum. This piece is ideal for intermediates and includes lyrics for congregational singing.

Soul Searching, composed by Jenny Walker, is a pop-style lyrical solo for intermediates. This piece offers ample opportunity for pianists to work on flowing left-hand accompaniments and syncopation.

This is a free-flowing piece with elements taken from the Scottish folk song ‘Mairi’s Wedding’ which then develop into a unique melody which pervades the rest of the work. It starts innocuously, with some off-beat chords in the left hand whilst the right plays the tune and develops into a more regularly metered, dance section. The wedding gains momentum and an element of Irish cheek is heard throughout. A lovely piece for all to enjoy.

Rag Doll, composed by Jenny Walker, serves as a jovial introduction to the ragtime style. Mainly played on white keys, it is a cheeky piece that will delight intermediate pianists of all ages!

Glad Rags by Jenny Walker is a catchy, modern ragtime duet that fluctuates between minor and major keys. The second provides the main rhythmic drive whilst the primo part has long, single notes and syncopated snippets. This showcase duet serves as a fun introduction to the ragtime style.

Capture the Moment is lyrical pop-style solo for intermediates composed by Heather Nanney. With its intriguing melodic lines, this is a great recital piece for all ages.

The Journey, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an uplifting lyrical solo for intermediates. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.

Dancing Marionettes, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an upbeat showcase solo for intermediates. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.

Fields of Joy, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an uplifting lyrical solo for intermediates. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.

City Nights, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates. This selection is part of the Brand New Day songbook.

By Your Side, composed by Ryan Chesser, is a sentimental lyrical waltz for intermediates. This selection is part of the Brand New Day songbook.