Theory Time®: Grade Eight Workbook

Recordings for the Jazzy Jingles Volume 2 holiday songbook by Jennifer Eklund.

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.

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.

O Christmas Tree in a delicate, reflective jazz-style setting arranged by Jennifer Eklund. Ideal for intermediates of all ages, this piece offers a great opportunity to introduce students to the concept of rubato, lyrical phrasing techniques, and an exploration of nuanced jazz harmonies.

Silent Night (Extended Remix) by Rick Robertson is an intermediate level lyrical Christmas solo. This “extended remix” consists of material from both arrangements of “Silent Night” in Rick Robertson’s Christmas collections “Christmas by Candlelight” and “Christmas Memories.”

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.

Magnetic Forces (Scorpio) is a fast and flashy solo for intermediates composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This piece is part of the astrology-inspired songbook “Signs of the Time.”

Who doesn’t love gummy bears? Gummy Bear Shuffle, composed by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level solo in a playful shuffle style. Its bouncy rhythms make it fun to listen to and play. It also could be used as a “non-scary” Halloween piece, or for any performance occasion.

Vivaldi’s Spring Theme from The Four Seasons arranged for intermediate piano solo by Jennifer Eklund. Part of the Piano Pronto: Movement 5 method book.

Tropical Breeze is an intermediate level Latin style piano solo that is part of the Dog Days Songbook. Music by Jennifer Eklund.

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).

Peaceful Slumber, composed by Jenny Walker, is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates that serves as an excellent introduction to playing in 5/8 time.

Dance of the Three Arabian Kings, is a mashup of the Arabian Dance from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet and We Three Kings, stylishly arranged for intermediate piano by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Yuletide Treasures songbook.

Two Sides (Gemini) is a rhapsodic showcase solo for intermediates composed by Lisa Donovan Lukas. This piece is part of the astrology-inspired songbook “Signs of the Time.”

A medley of traditional Thanksgiving tunes arranged in a contemporary lyrical setting for intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. Features Over the River and Through the Woods and We Gather Together. Perfect for recitals, church offertories, or just casual enjoyment during the holiday season!

Chromatic Rag, composed by Joanne Griffiths, is an exciting cacophony of contrary motion chromatic scales, tamed into a jaunty pastiche of Joplin. It is based on popular left-hand patterns, interspersed with symmetrical chromatic runs, and therefore suitable for an intermediate player.

I Left It All, composed by Ryan Chesser, is a minor-key lyrical showcase solo for left-hand only. This selection is part of the Winds of Change songbook.

Oh Snap! is a fun, jazz piano solo for early intermediates that incorporates finger snaps throughout. Music written by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Dog Days songbook.