Naoko Ikeda: Mittelschwere Noten

Manhattan Swing was inspired by thoughts and enthusiasm for an upcoming visit to the Big Apple, and was premiered by the composer at MTNA 2012. It is joyful, catchy and optimistic, with just the right...

Kanade bedeutet "Musik spielen". Naoko Ikedas einzigartige Sammlung enthält Musik, die von den schönen Klangfarben der Holzblasinstrumente inspiriert ist. Wie ein Großteil ihrer Musik ist sie auch für...

Eine speziell zusammengestellte Sammlung von Ikedas beliebtesten Duetten für 1 Klavier zu 4 Händen, darunter The Royal Seven, in dem es um ein magisches Kartenkönigreich geht, und Winter Songs, ihre e...

Ikeda spent 3 years composing Duets in Color, a set of 24 vibrant, elegant piano duets in major and minor keys. The duets are divided into two volumes (Book 1 duets are all in major keys; Book 2 in mi...

Ikeda spent 3 years composing Duets in Color, a set of 24 vibrant, elegant piano duets in major and minor keys. The duets are divided into two volumes (Book 1 are all in major keys; Book 2 in minor),...

Enter an enchanted musical world with these 6 wonderful, lyrical pieces written especially for the elementary student. All but the final piece feature excellent teacher accompaniments. Each comes with...

Wandering through museums is one of composer Naoko Ikeda's favorite pastimes. This intriguing piano solo collection was inspired by multiple visits to museums around the world and is her homage to her...

Eight great pieces by Naoko Ikeda! This collection includes six of Ikeda's favorite pieces as well as two brand-new solos composed especially for the series.

A soft, bluesy atmosphere is the inspiration for Foggy Blues, which reflects the composer's love of the American art form. Mellow, inviting, and incredibly pleasing to play!

The Japanese word 'aya' translates into shimmering colors, evoking beautiful shades and hues. This collection features 10 piano solos inspired by 'aya' as well as the composer's love of nature and Jap...

In this lovely duet, the Primo sings a carefree melody that soars over the Secondo's easy syncopated beat, evoking happy memories in one of the most romantic cities in the world. Key: C Major.

Smooth, sparse, and sinuous - this jazz-tinged duet will thrill and delight. Includes an optional improvisatory option. Key: C Minor.

Repeating eighth notes in the Secondo portray a gentle rain, escorted elegantly by an melancholy melody and a slow, descending bass line. A wonderfully seductive piece. Key: B-flat Major.

Shoukei - Book 2 contains six pieces contrasting the excitement of gift-giving in Birthday Present and Ribbon with the peaceful expression of Misty Rain and the flowing journey of Barcarolle. The piec...

Five mid-intermediate level piano solos, written as a homage to old black and white movies. Explore fascinating contrasts and different shades of the piano with the following pieces: Chromatic Monochr...

Five captivating and hauntingly beautiful piano solos from Naoko Ikeda built on the premise of a midnight sky. Faraway dreams and romantic ideals abound, with pieces such as: - The Sparkling Night Sky...

Dance of the Unicorn is a light, graceful solo with a beautiful, singable melody. In C Major, with frequent harmonic shifts.

Written especially for students with dramatic inclinations! The piece begins with an ethereal atmosphere and briefly blossoms into a passionate solo before returning to its dreamlike start. Key: D Min...