Jazz up your holiday season with this upbeat reimagined version of the Overture from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet. This showcase solo is ideal for late intermediates and arranged by Jennifer Eklund.
Gesu Bambino, with a splash of “Caro Mio Ben,” stylishly arranged for late intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.
Enjoy the peaceful sounds of Christmas with this medley that weaves together “Dona nobis pacem” and "Silent Night.” This intermediate arrangement by Sandra Zylstra is written for two pianos/four hands.
An elegant medley of “Tell Me the Story of Jesus” and “Jesus Loves Me,” arranged for intermediates by Kevin Costley.
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, arranged with lush harmonies for intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the Scenes from Christmas songbook.
It Came Upon a Midnight Clear, elegantly arranged with lush harmonies for intermediates by Barbara Becker. This holiday selection is part of the More Scenes from Christmas songbook.
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.
Overture from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, arranged for intermediates, by Lisa Donovan Lukas.
Away in a Manger, mixed artfully with Erik Satie’s Gymnopedie No. 1, in an intermediate level arrangement by Chrissy Ricker. This piece is part of the Medley Magic Volume 2 songbook.
Gesu Bambino, stylishly arranged for early intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.
Angels We Have Heard on High arranged for late-beginning violinists of all ages. Includes a lush teacher accompaniment making this a great piece for recitals or other performance opportunities.
Nebula, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level solo in a contemporary style, built entirely on the whole-tone scale on C. It gives the performer ample opportunity to explore different sonorities while working on touch and balance.
A whimsical 12-tone version of Happy Birthday to play for sad birthdays. Music arranged by Stacy Fahrion.
My Father’s Waltz is a lyrical, pop-style piano solo for intermediate level by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This is a lovely expressive piece and offers an ideal lyrical showcase solo for students of all ages.
The Star-Spangled Banner, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund.
O, Store Gun, mingled the Largo movement from Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9, arranged in a contemporary lyrical style for late intermediates by Jennifer Eklund.
The Old Rugged Cross arranged in a contemporary style for late intermediates. This sacred showcase features a lyrical section and a light jazz waltz styling. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.
Something More is an uplifting contemporary lyrical solo for intermediates by British composer Joanne Griffiths.
Be Thou My Vision, arranged by Rick Robertson, is a worshipful arrangement of the beloved hymn. It is one of the arranger’s favorite hymns, and is suitable for service or recital use.
In a Canoe, composed by Rick Robertson, is a lower-intermediate level lyrical solo. Its swaying rhythm suggests the rowing of the oarsman (or oarswoman).
Sleeping Beauty Waltz, by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, arranged by Lisa Donovan Lukas for solo piano, is a delightful, lyrical showcase piece for the intermediate pianist.
Take It Easy, is a smooth jazz solo composed by Joanne Griffiths full of lush harmonies and a lilting rhythmic flow. This piece is part of the Double Takes songbook that features progressive pairs of jazz, rags, and blues-inspired solos.
Ocean, composed by Sara Tomlinson, is a showcase lyrical solo for intermediates. This piece is part of the Creation Collage songbook.
Winds of Change, composed by Ryan Chesser, is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.