The Largo theme from Dvorak’s New World Symphony arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of Piano Pronto: Movement 2 and includes a teacher duet part.
Sonata Theme from Mozart’s Piano Sonata K. 331 arranged for early intermediates by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of Piano Pronto: Movement 2 and includes a teacher duet part.
Over It, composed by Chrissy Ricker, is a lyrical pop ballad for early intermediates. This piece is part of the Rock On! songbook.
Sad Goodbye, by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate level lyrical solo. It was inspired by the loss of his longhair chihuahua Missy, and is dedicated to “Missy, and all of you who have lost fur babies.” It is an effective recital solo, and just might help a sensitive player cope with the loss of a pet.
On Your Toes! by Rick Robertson is an early-intermediate level showcase solo that provides an opportunity to experience asymmetrical meter-in this case, 5/8 time. It is highly patterned, easily learned, and will make an effective recital selection.
Yee-Haw!, composed by Rick Robertson, is an early-intermediate-level showcase solo. It is inspired by “barn dance” or “square dance” music, and adds a touch of Americana to any recital program. It is a definite pupil saver and motivator and could also be used in “costume recitals” when a spooky costume is not desired.
Please don’t have a cow when I tell you that “Have a Cow!”, the title, came last. First I wrote the lyrics, on a whim – just going with what the melody suggested. But then cows did appear – first in measure 9, and then literally in measure 31. Of course the title followed naturally, because, well, “cows must go ahead”!
Ash Grove (also known as Let All Things Now Living) is a charming evenly-leveled sacred duet, arranged for all ages of late beginners and up by Robyn Fehrenbacher. This beloved hymn, set to the traditional Welsh tune of the Ash Grove, is perfect for ensembles, preludes, offertories, and celebrations, as well as excellent sight reading material for intermediates and up.
Doggone Blues is a bluesy showcase solo by Canadian composer, Lisa Frederick. This piece is ideal for late beginners and early intermediates of all ages!
Oh, How I Love Jesus! arranged by Chrisanne Nahum for multiple levels. This pack includes two primer level versions, a version for late-beginners, and a teacher duet part to accompany the first two versions.
Midnight Bells Are Ringing, is an easy multi-level solo by Jennifer Eklund for beginners and late beginners of all ages. This piece is a spooky spin on “Frere Jacques” that will delight students during the Halloween season or anytime a minor mood strikes!
Over the River & through the Woods, from the First Christmas Solos songbook, is a primer level holiday solo with teacher duet ideal for beginners of all ages. Music can be taught by note, rote, or finger number.
Autumn Song, composed by Rick Robertson, is an easy lyrical solo in five-finger position for beginners. This piece is part of the Spectrum songbook.
Over the River and Through the Woods Duet is ideal for a late beginner for the Primo part and an intermediate student or teacher for the Secondo part. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas for Two songbook.
Easy, lyrical version of Amazing Grace ideal for late beginning level pianists of all ages. Contemporary take on a sacred classic arranged by Jennifer Eklund. This piece has been selected for the NFMC Festivals Bulletin, 2020-2024.
Zum Gali Gali, a traditional Israeli folk tune, presented in four different versions, appropriate for primers through late beginners. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund.
Note: If you are interested in even more versions of this piece consider the Zum Gali Gali Mega Pack that features five solo versions, a trio for beginners, and transposition worksheets.
The Zum Gali Gali mega-pack includes a plethora of solos and activities for beginners of all ages. This pack includes five solo versions for primers through late beginners, a piano trio for beginners, and a set of transposition worksheets. Music and materials by Jennifer Eklund.
Jingle Bells duet is ideal for a primer or beginning level student and a teacher. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas for Two songbook.
Silent Night duet is ideal for a primer or beginning level student and a teacher. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas for Two songbook.
The First Noel, arranged as an easy multi-level solo for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Holiday Classics: Volume 2 songbook.
We Wish You a Merry Christmas, arranged as an easy multi-level solo for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Holiday Classics: Volume 2 songbook.
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas duet is ideal for a primer or beginning level student and a teacher or intermediate student. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas for Two songbook.
Ukrainian Bell Carol (Carol of the Bells), arranged as an easy multi-level solo for late beginners by Jennifer Eklund. This piece is part of the Holiday Classics: Volume 2 songbook.
O Christmas Tree is a lyrical duet is ideal for a beginning level student and a teacher. Arranged by Jennifer Eklund and part of the Christmas for Two songbook.