Theory Time®: Grade Seven Workbook

Allegro Burlesco, by Rick Robertson, is an intermediate level showcase solo. Its crisp texture and rapid passagework will make an effective recital selection, and could even be used as a prelude or postlude for festive church occasions.

Fourteen imaginative piano duets showcasing the church modes for one piano, four hands. Each of the seven modes has two pieces (late elementary/early intermediate and late intermediate/early advanced). Perfect for recitals, group lessons, piano parties, and for involving students who enjoy playing duets. Ideal opportunity to learn about modes and play duets at the same time!

The Sliding Thumbs Rag, composed by Lisa Shoemaker, is an upbeat ragtime-style solo for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Musical Mosaics songbook.

Christ the Lord Is Risen Today in a majestic setting arranged by Sarah Reaser O’Brien. This sacred Easter classic is full of lush modern harmonies and will be enjoyed by late intermediates of all ages. Includes a full sheet of lyrics with all verses.

This seemingly innocent little tango by Stacy Fahrion lures you in with its deceptive opening, only to reveal a darkly dramatic middle section. Intermediate pianists will revel in the chance to unleash thick, dissonant chords that build intensity and suspense. Ideal for a Halloween recital or whenever you’re in the mood to stir up some musical drama. This piece is part of the “Once Upon a Time” songbook.

Go Tell It on the Mountain, arranged for intermediates by Rick Robertson. This piece is part of the Christmas by Candlelight songbook.

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.

Once Upon a Whimsically Macabre Time is a collection of intermediate piano solos centered around a theme of macabre stories and characters. In this collection, Stacy Fahrion displays a penchant for minor keys and dance-like rhythms.

Winter Wind, composed by Sara Tomlinson, is an elegant lyrical solo for intermediates. This piece is part of the Creation Collage songbook.

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.

Lullaby, composed by Joanne Griffiths, is a lyrical and expressive piece, suitable for an intermediate player. It is based on the primary chords of D major, with the occasional chromatic twist.

A Cold Winter’s Night is an elegant lyrical showcase solo that is part of Lisa Frederick’s In the Groove songbook. This piece well-suited for intermediates of all ages.

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.

Potpourri is an imaginative collection of ten showcase solos composed by Barbara Becker. Full of evocative harmonies and a variety of genres, this is a songbook intermediates of all ages will enjoy growing with.

Long Way Down, composed by Chrissy Ricker, is minor-key lyrical pop solo for intermediates. This piece is part of the Rock On! Volume 2 songbook.

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.

We Gather Together, a traditional Dutch melody commonly heard around the Thanksgiving season, arranged as an intermediate lyrical solo by Jennifer Eklund.

Auld Lang Syne arranged in a lyrical contemporary style and combined with the iconic Shaker tune Simple Gifts. This showcase solo is well suited for intermediates and arranged by Jennifer Eklund.