Seascape – Advanced Piano Solos

TGR-PC002:  20 pages, ISMN 979-0-9001430-1-3   Four dreamy pieces inspired by sunny walks along Vancouver’s seawall (and a little imagination). (Grade 8 – 9)   No.1 Soaring Seagulls **(8/9), No.2 Sailing (9), No.3 The Orca (9), No.4 The Mermaid* (9)   BC Conservatory of Music Horizons* Canadian National Conservatory of Music Northern Lights** Conservatory Canada… Read more »

Classics Made New

Classics Made New is a collection of intermediate – late intermediate piano solos inspired by favorite classical pieces.  These piano classics, written by treasured composers, spark happy memories!  They are also popular choices for students.  And now, these new renditions offer jazzy updates to their traditional counterparts.  Consider using both versions in recitals and community… Read more »

Sixty Fingers

Two Pianos, Twelve Hands – A high spirited sextet for six players, this piece is infused with strong accents, catchy rhythms and is a light-hearted, upbeat musical romp with a few humorous moments along the way. A big crowd pleaser as the final beat of the piece is the closing of the fall board, making… Read more »

O Canada – C. Lavalée, arr. for Piano Solo by M.H. Duncan

Level 8-9: Since Canada welcomed me as an immigrant so many years ago, I wanted my version of its anthem to include varied stylistic moods, rhythms and harmonic colour as well. My favourite and the most challenging section is the climactic chordal bell ringing with grand movements across the keyboard in both hands. I also… Read more »

Where the Aspens Grow – Piano Duo

WHERE THE ASPENS GROW (Levels 9/10): My first experience in the mountains was the year I got married. My husband and I were lucky enough to “honeymoon” in Aspen, Colorado as part of a summer institute. I was entranced by the majesty of the snow-covered peaks, the delicacy of the alpine meadows and the amazing… Read more »

Hollyhocks – Piano Duet

Level 8-9: Inspired by Spencer Hope’s pencil drawing of hollyhocks growing in the historic city of Kingston, Ontario, these “over the top” garden blooms are bold and brash with their large colourful flowers and sturdy stalks. Written for two former piano students Emily and Kaleigh, who,  like these “forever” flowers,  will remain “forever” friends. Designed… Read more »

Spirit Dance

Level 7/8 – For when your Spirit dances, dance together to produce a seamless andante with much grace and charm.

Precipitations

Seven highly contrasted “weather-related” soundscapes that make for exciting late intermediate to advanced recital repertoire. Level 7: DRIZZLE, FIRST SNOW, SUNDOG (RCM) Level 8: SUNSHOWER (RCM), DRYSPELL,  HAIL Level 9: RACING THE STORM (RCM Level 9) RCM: The Royal Conservatory of Music Individual E-Pieces available at http://marthahillduncan.com    

Isla Vista Suite

ISLA VISTA SUITE was written after an extended stay  in the colorful and lively community of Isla Vista, California. This area is also home to one of the largest over-wintering sites for the monarch butterfly, tall eucalyptus groves and tidepools along the ocean shore. We also experienced the Santa Ana winds, along with the threat… Read more »

Limestone Etchings

LIMESTONE ETCHINGS is a collection of piano works  paired with original pencil drawings by artist Spencer Hope. This musical and visual collaboration honors the picturesque and historic city of Kingston, Ontario. M.H. Duncan THE WAR MEMORIAL (RCM Level 8) KINGSTON MILLS LOCKS (RCM Level 9) ON THE POND (Level 9) AT CITY HALL (Level 9)… Read more »