Kevin Olson - Winter Wonder - Piano Solo Book

Level: Late Intermediate

There is something magical about the time of year when the days get shorter, the sun gets lower, and each day offers a new adventure: snow, clouds, wind, bitter cold, and thaw. For a long time, winter was a time for me to endure until the weather got pleasant again, but as I’ve gotten older, I’ve tried to enjoy those darker months more regularly and look for the quiet beauty in winter moments. I think of that connection to times of adversity, as well; instead of impatiently waiting for more pleasant times, I think it’s healthy to seek for hidden beauty in the harder, darker chapters of life. This suite tries to capture just a few of these enchanted winter scenes, observed as you look out the window in a sweater with a cup of hot chocolate. Stay warm and enjoy!