The Sussex Carol (sometimes called “On Christmas Night All Christians Sing”) is a very popular carol in England. This arrangement by Jenny Walker, has a jaunty, 6/8 feel and is similar in style to “I Saw Three Ships”. It is a lovely, lilting carol with a joyous, rhythmic sway.
This contemporary lyrical solo by Ryan Chesser is a relaxed setting of a Christmas standard that celebrates the birth of Christ.
Away in a Manger is a gentle, flowing arrangement that combines the two versions of this popular holiday tune that are well-known in both the U.K. and the U.S. Music by Jenny Walker.
In the Bleak Midwinter, composed by Gustav Holst, and arranged for intermediates by Sandra Zylstra. This piece will make a great addition to any winter recital!
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, a traditional holiday favorite, arranged in a triumphant anthem style for late intermediates by Kevin Costley.
How Far Is It To Bethlehem?, a traditional British carol, arranged in a lyrical setting for intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.
Russian Dance, from Tchaikovsky’s iconic ballet “The Nutcracker,” arranged as fast and flashy showcase duet for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
Pas de deux, from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, abridged and arranged as a lyrical intermediate piano solo by Jennifer Eklund.
Deck the Halls arranged as a lively holiday showcase solo by Jenny Walker. After a flamboyant introduction, the first section has a walking bass with a single-note melody in the right hand. The second has a much more modern feel, with syncopated chords in a pop-rock style.
Festive Frolic, composed by Jenny Walker, is a quirky piece full of fun. Starting and finishing in the upper end of the keyboard, it slowly creeps down until we get just a hint of Jingle Bells together with left-hand chord leaps, which can be played slightly slower. The last part of the piece completes the musical sandwich with a playful ending.
He Is Born, a traditional French carol, arranged in a lyrical styling for intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.
Still, Still, Still, a traditional Austrian carol, arranged in a peaceful lyrical style for intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.
An elegant holiday medley featuring Away in a Manger and The Friendly Beasts, in a peaceful setting for intermediates, arranged by Kevin Costley.
As With Gladness Men Of Old, arranged in an elegant lyrical style for intermediates by Kevin Costley.
Holiday Nostalgia is a sentimental, contemporary lyrical piano solo by Canadian composer, Lisa Frederick. The sequel to Holiday Memories, Holiday Nostalgia also features hints of your favorite Christmas carols throughout. Audiences will be challenged to listen carefully as they try to decipher which familiar tunes are woven in! Ideal for intermediates of all ages.
I Saw Three Ships, arranged by Lisa Donovan Lukas, in an exuberant showcase setting for intermediates.
From Every Mountain Top, features a holiday favorite “Go Tell It on the Mountain” arranged in a slow gospel style by Chrissy Ricker. This holiday piece is ideal for intermediates and will add soulful sparkle to your holiday recital!
O Come, All Ye Faithful arranged as a contemporary lyrical solo for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
Deck the Halls arranged in a lyrical contemporary style for intermediates of all ages by Jennifer Eklund.
Away in a Manger sheet music arranged as a contemporary lyrical solo for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
Deck the Halls arranged for intermediate violinists of all ages. Includes a lush teacher accompaniment making this a great piece for recitals or other performance opportunities.
Snow Ride by British composer Jenny Walker is an evenly-leveled duet for two intermediate players. Apart from the introduction, the secondo player provides the rhythmic drive and the primo player has a slower, calmer feel. There is a gentle, steady flow depicting a horse-drawn carriage being driven through the snow.
March of the Toy Soldiers, from Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker ballet, arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
He Is Born, a traditional French carol, arranged in a lyrical styling for early intermediates by Sandra Zylstra.