Through the Seasons Collection is a set of four grade 2 - 3 / early intermediate piano solos with seasonal themes.
 
Spring Showers by Catherine Wilson is relaxing, atmospheric and peaceful.
 
The overlapping pentatonic minimalist motifs combine to produce a soundscape evocative of gentle rainfall while the use of pedal throughout blends the notes to create a soothing atmosphere. 
 
Instrument: Piano Solo
 
Approximate difficulty level: Grade 2 - 3 / Early Intermediate
 
Key: Major pentatonic (C, D, F, G, A)
 
Time signature: 4/4
 
Features: Use of pentatonic scale, minimalist motifs, octave jumps
 
Focus: Maintaining steady pulse, wrist movement, dexterity

 
Summer Sunshine by Catherine Wilson is thoughtful, cheerful and playful.
 
The use of contrasting articulation between the hands and the use of syncopation add to the whimsical feel.
 
Instrument: Piano Solo
 
Approximate difficulty level: Grade 2 - 3 / Early Intermediate
 
Key: G major
 
Time signature: 4/4
 
Features: Contrasting articulation between the hands, use of tied notes, intervals of 6ths and octaves
 
Focus: Maintaining a steady pulse, stretching up 6ths and octaves, coordination between hands

 
Autumn Air by Catherine Wilson is moody, evocative and atmospheric.
 
The rising and falling legato motifs in the right hand suggest movement of leaves while the 4 bar repeated chord progression in the left hand helps keep the piece grounded.
 
Instrument: Piano Solo
 
Approximate difficulty level: Grade 2 - 3 / Early Intermediate
 
Key: A natural minor
 
Time signature: 4/4
 
Features: Octave jumps, intervals of 5ths and 6ths, overlapping notes in left hand
 
Focus: Intervallic recognition, legato playing in right hand, 2 part playing in left hand
 
 
Winter Winds by Catherine Wilson is thoughtful and peaceful with an ethereal feel.
 
Hand crossing to cover a wide range of notes, use of the pedal, and an ostinato style left hand accompanying a mysterious right hand melody, all add to the overall atmosphere.
 
Instrument: Piano Solo
 
Approximate difficulty level: Grade 2 - 3 / Early Intermediate
 
Key: F major
 
Time signature: 5/4 and 4/4
 
Features: 3-note minimalist motifs over an interval of an octave, hand crossing, pedal held throughout
 
Focus: To explore an unusual time signature and build confidence moving away from a 5-note hand position