Composed by Liz Nedela. 21st Century. Set of Parts. 36 pages. Published by Liz Nedela (S0.8993). - Set of Parts - 21st Century - Liz Nedela

By Liz Nedela. For Piano. 21st Century. Intermediate. Set of Parts. Published by Liz Nedela

Piano Solo - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938021 Composed by Liz Nedela. 20th Century,Children,Contest,Festival,Instructional. Score. 8 pages. Liz Nedela #6479505. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938021). This Piano Solo was requested by 6 year old Lucas, who is in Level 2 piano. He loves anything and everything to do with Ninjas! His hobbies are Minecraft, Lego, Ninjago, Chima, How to be a Ninja, and Pokemon. Lucas has two favorite chords: F# major and minor, and he likes to play both hands together. He also likes to play fast, and to have dynamics like forte-piano-forte. This piece is built on F# major and minor, with added diminished. This is part of a collaboration between composers and students. It is a project of the Oregon Music Teachers Association and the Cascadia Composers chapter of NACUSA (National Association of Composers USA). The annual concert, titled In Good Hands, features original compositions that are chosen by OMTA teachers for their students. In 2021, the project includes individualized collaboration where composers wrote for specific students. The composers met with the students, and together they decided on a composition written according to the requests of the student. 

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938023 Composed by Liz Nedela. Classical,Contest,Festival,Instructional,Traditional. Score. 12 pages. Liz Nedela #6479509. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938023). This Piano Solo was requested by 11 year old Brian, who is in Level VI piano. Brian likes tonal music, and his favorite composer is Muzio Clementi. He also likes science, drawing, technology, and travel - especially flying. He would like to be a pilot someday. Brian requested a fast piece, not too long, tonal, in the key of G - kind of like Clementi. This is part of a collaboration between composers and students. It is a project of the Oregon Music Teachers Association and the Cascadia Composers chapter of NACUSA (National Association of Composers USA). The annual concert, titled In Good Hands, features original compositions that are chosen by OMTA teachers for their students. In 2021, the project includes individualized collaboration where composers wrote for specific students. The composers met with the students, and together they decided on a composition written according to the requests of the student.

Piano Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938022 Composed by Liz Nedela. Classical,Contest,Festival,Instructional,Multicultural,World. Score. 12 pages. Liz Nedela #6479507. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938022). This Piano Solo was composed for Nina, who is a college freshman and plays advanced music. Nina requested a Nocturne in the Phrygian mode that would resemble the style of Chopin. Her favorite composer is Chopin, and loves his nocturnes. She has written a poem about Chopin. Nina began her first year of college during the pandemic, and is consequently a virtual student. Her major is Bio-Engineering. During high school, she has accompanied choirs and solo- ensemble festivals, participated in many solo piano events, and completed all the requirements of the OMTA syllabus. Because she is attending college virtually and is living with her family locally, she continues to study piano with her long-time OMTA piano teacher. Nina also has earned a black belt in Karate; and she likes skiing and fashion. The piece is part of a collaboration between composers and students. It is a project of the Oregon Music Teachers Association and the Cascadia Composers chapter of NACUSA (National Association of Composers USA). The annual concert, titled In Good Hands, features original compositions that are chosen by OMTA teachers for their students. In 2021, the project includes individualized collaboration where composers wrote for specific students. The composers met with the students, and together they decided on a composition written according to the requests of the student. 

Easy Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938019 Composed by Liz Nedela. Arranged by Liz Nedela. Children,Christmas,Holiday,Instructional,Traditional. Score. 24 pages. Liz Nedela #6195155. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938019). Christmas Songs for Piano Primer Plus , is a collection of songs chosen by and arranged for my primer students. Ranging from early to extended primer. Using letters and finger numbers, and advancing through several positions, students work through the challenge to enjoy playing and singing the songs! They love sharing them with family and friends! The songs can be adapted to many teaching styles and method books. The positions range from middle C position, C position, and a variety of positions to accommodate the melody of each song. Words have been added to help the student adapt rhythm to the way the words are sung. Flexible rhythm gives hints to the student of what is to come in future lessons, and teachers can adapt them accordingly. Eighth notes are used in some instances where the feel of the rhythm dictates, making them a necessity. Jolly Old St. Nicholas - Two versions: Letters and finger numbers; Middle C position Jingle Bells - Chorus only in Middle C position; Verse and Chorus in Middle C position with flexible RH-5 Up on the Housetop - Middle C position We Wish you a Merry Christmas - RH: 1 on C; LH: 1 on B Silent Night - RH: 1 on A; LH: 1 on G O, Christmas Tree - RH: 1 on D; LH: 1 on C Joy to the World - Four-Finger position each hand Twelve Days of Christmas - RH: 1 on D; LH: 1 on C; repeats, segno, coda, text adapted to music NOTE: PRINT 2-PAGE SONGS FACING PAGES; PRINT IN LANDSCAPE

Cello Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938025 Composed by Liz Nedela. Classical,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Traditional. Individual part. 20 pages. Liz Nedela #6480481. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938025). This Set of pieces demonstrates the beautiful tone, unique characteristics, and virtuosity of the cello. Each piece also portrays the inner struggles, strength, and continued positive attitude of facing difficulties in life. The mp3 is a rehearsal tape; for a performance video, see YouTube Liz Nedela plus title of the set of pieces:  https://youtu.be/Mra3Q8l_E9swide range, agility, beautiful long-sustained notes; unique double and triple stops; espressivo; agitato; virtuosic

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1419026 Composed by Liz Nedela. 20th Century,Christian,Classical,Contemporary,Religious. Score. 24 pages. Liz Nedela #1000466. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.1419026). This piece is a Song Cycle of three songs.  The titles of the songs are lines from the  poem.  The poem is by e.e. cummings, used with permission.  Each song emphasizes portions of the complete poem.  The composer's intent is to place the same emphasis as Cummings portrayed in his recitation, a copy of which is online; see the YouTube link.NOTE: The mp3 uses samples of each of the three songs, using this guide:Song #1: Beginning of recording to #1:37; Measures 1-41 of the scoreSong #2: From #1:57-3:28 of recording; Measures 1-46 of the scoreSong #3: From #3:43-end of recording; Measures 1-57 of the score 1. a true blue dream of sky, states the entire poem, with emphasis as portrayed inCummings recitation. The voice is lyrical and theatrical, with spoken words andhumming, as well as singing. The accompaniment implicates solidity, predictability,strength of the nature of God; but also wonderment, freedom and being light-hearted.The composer chose to title this song using a line in the poem, rather than the mostused title — which begins the cycle of key elements of the poem used to title andcomprise songs 2 and 3 — thereby placing importance as Cummings recited.2. of life and of love and wings, is more lyrical and lighter in nature than song #1. This song emphasis God’s creations, and seemingly joy He displayed while creating them, giving them wings of freedom for life and love.3. unimaginable You, is more reflective, using a modal tone — all to emphasize thereactions of Cummings to the wonderment and magnitude of God.  He concludes with:(and now the ears of my ears awake andnow the eyes of my eyes are opened)Also please note:  The price includes permission to make two copies of the pdf.

Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1418039 Composed by Liz Nedela. 20th Century,Chamber,Classical,Contemporary,Contest,Festival. Score. 12 pages. Liz Nedela #999589. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.1418039). This piece is based on a poem by e.e. cummings. The subject matter is the specialheaven that would be created for the poet’s mother. The music shadows, augments,and illuminates the rendition of the poem. In keeping with poetic symbolism, the pianouses motifs and musical phrases to emulate the soprano throughout the pieceThe tone of the piece is somewhat minor and modal; however, please portray a light-hearted interpretation—it should never be heavy or dark. The poet is uplifting his motherto the highest stature possible, and portrays his father as devoted and loving towardsher.The key is atonal; however, various tonality implications are heard throughout. Thepiano pedal should be complimentary to the piece, with care not to be noticed or over-bearing.Please Note: there are two other versions of this piece by this composer:One is for solo pianoOne is for the ensemble of Soprano, Violin, Bassoon, CelloAlso please note: the mp3 is from computer notation; the the soprano does not sing words; please sing along with the mp3 following the text.Text is used by permission of the Trustees of the E.E. Cummings Trust.

Piano Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1394547 Composed by Liz Nedela. 21st Century,Classical,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Instructional. Score. 8 pages. Liz Nedela #978031. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.1394547). Dreamy, daydreaming,…unfolds at such a languorous pace that you can forget all around you…summer has a slow, languorous feel to it…with a leisurely leggerio sectionThis piece is in G melodic minor, with several variations; slow and dreamy and nevergetting too fast. It modulates to D minor, and ends in a relaxed and contented G Major.The melody is in two parts: the Left Hand, as well as the top note of the chords in theRight Hand. The piece is improvisational in style; emotional with a laid-back feel.Envision yourself in the definitions above as you play it.

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938020 Composed by Liz Nedela. Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Instructional,Multicultural,World. Score. 16 pages. Liz Nedela #6382303. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938020). Mixolydian Sonatina is a fun piano solo based on the Mixolydian mode with hints of Western harmonic structure.  The three movements each have different qualities, but are unified by harmonic and rhythmic motifs.  Each movement offers its own fun and some surprises!  Composer notes give suggestions for students to become familiar with the structure and sound of the mode. An mp3 of the first movement is included; however, mp3s of the other two movements are available at no charge from the composer.  A recent commission, the Sonatina was premiered 4/24/21.  Have fun with this unique sonatina!

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938010 Composed by Liz Nedela. Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Instructional. Score. 4 pages. Liz Nedela #5801557. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938010). This fun and mystical piece is a favorite among students who like its creative nature.  It's a lot easier to play than it looks.  Begin with a chord that is held by the sostenuto pedal while both hands play a shimmery melody in the high register. The chord and melody are transposes, and inside piano patters are added as options (which can be played on the keys instead.) This piece is from the Five Short Pieces for Piano.

Piano Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1363465 Composed by Liz Nedela. 20th Century,Classical,Contest,Festival,Folk,Multicultural,World. Score. 12 pages. Liz Nedela #947869. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.1363465). Dance of the Lanna is a portrayal of a festival in Northern Thailand; Lanna refers to the people there, and the festival celebrates rebirth of their heritage.  The festival is comprised of several dances depicting events of nature; this piece portrays two of the dances: Dance of the Silk Weaver and Water is Life.  The piece opens with portrayal of expressive Thai flute solo, proceeding to portrayal of Thai string orchestra and the PiNai oboe, leading to fast-paced announcement of dancers, moving into the themes of each dance. The style is slow, dramatic, unique movements, appearance of simplistic (but difficult) dances, using piano techniques unique to the style of Thai music.  The piece was written for a piano student who wanted to portray music of his country on the piano. The mp3 is from computer notation.  Please see the YouTube link for performance where pianist adapted opening to flute and added a dancer.

Instrumental Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1336926 Composed by Alana Springsteen, Dallas Wilson, and Trannie Stevens. Arranged by Liz Nedela. Contemporary,Country,Holiday,Jazz,Pop. Individual part. 6 pages. Liz Nedela #922709. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.1336926). This arrangement is for Piano Solo, upper intermediate level, for pianists to enjoy this fun Christmas tune.  The arrangement is light and unencumbered, like the original song.  The melody and accompaniment style are similar to the original song, with added introduction, interludes and ending.  The mp3 is from the computer notation.

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.938013 Composed by Liz Nedela. 20th Century,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Instructional,Multicultural,World. Score and parts. 21 pages. Liz Nedela #5801577. Published by Liz Nedela (A0.938013). Variations on the Pentatonic; One Piano Four Hands.  Using several pentatonic scales, the three movements (two are short, one is long) of this piece have many moods, as the title implies!  l. Melody on the Miyako-bushi  is slow and dreamy (altho, some pianists like to play it fast and dreamy).2.The Chase on the Man Gong is fast, as the primo and secondo chase each other!  3. Variations on the Blues Minor is the longest movement and has a lot going on with tempo changes, running up and town the piano, displacing accents, a dreamy Adagio, Allegro contrasts; and rhythmic motives and jazz harmonies get tossed back and forth in Primo and Secondo.This was a commission for the WSMTA Composer of the Year 2014; and it has a counterpart: the piano solo written for the Intermediate composers of WSMTA, which is listed elsewhere in this catalog.Have fun with this piece!  -- while you learn about pentatonic scales in a very different way!