Strolling’ is a bouncy little jazz piece composed by Gary Johnston featuring a tuba-like bass line in New Orleans-style.
Carrington Rag is a fun ragtime piece for early intermediates by British composer Jo Griffiths. Splash around with syncopation, try out some moderate chromaticism and play with the changes in articulation and dynamics, but most of all, have some fun!
Left Hand Rag, is a fun early intermediate ragtime style piece for the left hand, by British composer Joanne Griffiths. Reminiscent of a Joplin Rag, it is a workout for the left hand with plenty of bass reading and includes syncopation, chromaticism, pattern-based riffs and lots of bass reading.
Shades of You is a gentle, lyrical solo for intermediates composed by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Shades of You songbook.
On the Trail is a slow bluesy solo for early intermediates that is part of the Dog Days Songbook. Music by Jennifer Eklund.
Rage Over a Lost Penny arranged for early intermediate level pianists of all ages. This shortened version of Beethoven’s frenetic melody, arranged by Jennifer Eklund, is part of the Songs I Love to Play Volume 2 songbook.
Ravel’s iconic Pavane pour le infante defunte arranged for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Movement 5 method book.
Cool Cat Boogie, composed by Chrissy Ricker, is boogie-woogie style jazzy solo for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Cool Cats songbook.
Driftwood Beach, composed by Rick Robertson, is an ambient solo with a mature sound. Long pedal effects add to the atmospheric nature of the piece.
Snow Flurries, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early intermediate level lyrical solo. Pedal effects and mixed accents, including hemiola, add to the atmosphere. This is an excellent choice for recital or festival use.
Valse Sentimentale is a pensive lyrical waltz composed by Rick Robertson that is ideal for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Reach for the Stars songbook.
Harvest Time is a lively, hoe-down style character piece by Canadian composer Lisa Frederick. With a little touch of jazzy flair and its varied sectional form, this piece will delight students and audiences alike!
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.
Summer Breeze is a relaxed bossa-nova style piano solo by Gary Johnston evocative of a lazy summer day. This early intermediate showcase provides a great opportunity for teaching duplets.
By the Frozen Mill Pond by Gary Johnston is a wistful piano solo for early intermediates of all ages. This elegant, introspective melody, conjures up images of a frosty day on a frozen pond.
Roker Park Rag is a jaunty, early intermediate piano solo by British composer Joanne Griffiths. It is a fun character piece with chromaticism, staccato octave jumps, and lots of opportunity for comedic expression.
J.S. Bach’s iconic Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring, from Cantata No. 147, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This solo provides ample opportunity to work on interpretation, rubato, and lyrical artistry.
Arioso in G, composed by J.S. Bach, arranged for intermediate level pianists by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Finale method book.
Morning Mediation, composed by Chrissy Ricker, is an elegant and peaceful solo for intermediates. This piece is part of the Rhapsodies and Reveries Volume Two songbook.
Lion-Hearted (Leo) is a vibrant showcase solo for intermediates composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This piece is part of the astrology-inspired songbook “Signs of the Time.”
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.”
Hopeful Dream is an original piano composition in a very romantic and nostalgic style, composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This is a beautiful lyrical showcase piano solo at the intermediate level, and suitable for recitals, weddings, anniversaries, or repertoire where an expressive, melodic piece might be called for.
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.
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.