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Original Piano Solos
Memorable Melodies, Moods and Rhythms
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Avignon Suite
Avignon Suite was composed for solo piano by Ina Dykstra. It is in three movements. Here are the composer's notes from the published music, available at vistaheightsmusic.com. "My husband Jan and I had the amazing opportunity to be in the south of France during the summer of 2018. We took a riverboat cruise through many towns and villages, one of which was “Avignon”. When I returned, I was inspired to write this suite of pieces, and truly hope that you will enjoy playing these as much as I enjoyed writing them! The River at Night Shimmering water, shimmering lights A giant and peaceful sky Gentle breezes, good company A longing to hold the moment For just a little longer. A Medieval City Bells. Chanting. Walking ancient steps That thousands before you have walked. Getting a sense of how the world worked then And always musicians in the square Bringing joy and dancing The world seems smaller and yet bigger here A thousand years ago. Lavender Fields Oh to be in France When all the fields are lavender Fragrant, full of promise Looking down from an old castle You feel the wonder and beauty of this land And at the bridge in Avignon, they are all still dancing! Ina Dykstra Oct. 8, 2019"
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Elementary
Let's Play Volume 1 Prep to Level 1
Original piano solos composed by Ina Dykstra and Jan Randall. Blue i "info" button leads to video links letting you hear the music and see samples of the scores!
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Let's Play Volume 2 Level 2-3
Original piano solos composed by Ina Dykstra and Jan Randall. Blue i "info" button leads to video links letting you hear the music and see samples of the scores!
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Intermediate
Creature Curiosities
Late Elementary level original piano solos composed by Ina Dykstra. The blue i "info" button shows the contents with videos letting you hear the music and see samples of the scores!
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Let's Play Volume 3 Level 4-5
Original piano solos composed by Ina Dykstra and Jan Randall. Blue i "info" button leads to video links letting you hear the music and see samples of the scores!
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Let's Play Volume 4 Level 6-7
Original piano solos composed by Ina Dykstra and Jan Randall. Blue "info" button leads to video links letting you hear the music and see samples of the scores!
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Advanced
Sonata for Piano
Advanced level original piano solo composed by Jan Randall. The blue i "info" button reveals the contents with videos that let you hear the music and see samples of the scores!
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Let's Play Volume 5 Level 8-9
Original piano solos composed by Ina Dykstra and Jan Randall. Blue "info" button leads to video links letting you hear the music and see samples of the scores!
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About Vista Heights Music
Memorable Melodies, Moods and Rhythms that are Fun to Learn and Play
"While doing our best to indicate how we like to perform our music, we also look forward to hearing young musicians find their own interpretations of the music as written. Above all, we strive to create memorable melodies, sounds and moods in pieces that are enjoyable to learn and play." -Ina Dykstra and Jan Randall
Ina Dykstra
Composer
Ina has a deep commitment to furthering musical education, creativity, and artistry. After a long and rewarding career in St. Albert, Alberta, she now lives in Victoria B.C. and has over 35 years of experience as a teacher, accompanist, performer, clinician, examiner, composer and adjudicator.
Commendations
What People Have Said About Ina Dykstra
We were very fortunate to have Ina Dykstra as our piano adjudicator for our music festival. She interacted with student of all ages and abilities with such care, fostering open, constructive learning opportunities. In working with each student for just 5 minutes, she was able to identify specific issues and offer advice on technique, phrasing, voicing, or dynamics. As a teacher, I enjoyed watching how her guidance allowed students to reach a new level of artistic expression.
Kerry Wheler : Yellowknife Music Festival
Ina is a wonderful performer and piano teacher, and she brings her warm and energetic personality to everything she does.
Jamie Syer : Former Dean Victoria Conservatory of Music
BRAVISSIMO! Ina for your dedication & commitment to the St Albert Rotary Music Festival through the years. You and your students raised the bar with top notch performances that were often recommended to provincials. A trend setter with concerti, you were a role model for other teachers, continuing to research and perform student concerti at all levels. Your advice on developing our scholarship program has been a real asset in nurturing the talent in our community.
Maryan Threndyle: Festival Coordinator, St. Albert Rotary Music Festiva
I took piano lessons with Ina throughout my entire junior high and high school years. It's hard to relay exactly what I received through lessons with her because it exceeded developing only piano skills. Ina was more than a teacher to me; she was a mentor, a believer, and a friend. Today, I am a full time musician, and I am endlessly in debt to the time I spent with Ina. Ina invested her heart and time to get to know who I am as an individual as well as be sure to see me through my musical desires. She consistently challenged me and helped me develop the technique I have today (NOW I can thank you for that haha! :D). Furthermore, Ina went above and beyond her paid hour by attending my festival performances, talking with me on the phone when I may have had anxiety about an upcoming performance or post an exam, spent time with me during summer music camps and workshops etc. I also witnessed the heart she poured into her other students when I heard them play at our recitals. Every musician always played with individuality and it shone through the music. Ina, you really have been a mentor in my life. You've shaped the way I play and have a definite hand in the fact that I play music constantly. You nurtured my growth as a player but also gave me confidence to follow my dreams - which I get to live out every day!! Thank you for all your heart and investment Ina. Truly. I think about you a lot, and you have most definitely impacted my life in the most positive of ways. I will always love you! I miss you.
Jenie Thai: Singer/Songwriter/Performing Artist
Jan Randall
Composer
With over 800 film and television credits for CBC, NFB, the Discovery Channel and ACCESS TV, in 2001 he was Composer and Music Director for the IAFF World Championships Ceremonies that was broadcast to an estimated live audience of 4 billion people and featured original works performed by the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra and a 1000 voice choir. He has also worked for Second City, the Banff World Television Festival, and as a regularly featured songwriter and performer on the CBC Radio comedy series, “The Irrelevant Show”.
Commendations
What People Have Said About Jan Randall
“Jan exudes confidence and modesty at the same time and is always encouraging others whether they are bandmates or students. His breadth of experience is exemplary and he is therefore a great asset to our community as a musician and teacher in a variety of contexts and with students of all ages and abilities.”
Daniel Lapp: Artistic Director, Chwyl School of Contemporary Music, Victoria Conservatory of Music
I love working with Jan as a composer. He dives into the work with a sense of joy, and is a true collaborator. His music elevates my films, and I learn so much from him on every project. Jan, thanks for making me look so good. (Glynis is a freelance artist and together they did several NFB documentaries and episodes of The Nature of Things.)
Glynis Whiting: Writer Director Producer
“Jan Randall brings a boundless, creative and inventive joy to every element of his teaching. Students love working with him.”
David Visentin: Director of Postsecondary Studies, Victoria Conservatory of Music Chair, Camosun College Music Department
Jan is a skilled and inspiring music composer, arranger, producer and director. I thoroughly enjoyed our collaboration." Krista choreographed several of the feature numbers for the IAFF 2001 World’s Championships Ceremonies for which Jan was Music Director and Composer.
Krista Monson: Cirque du Soleil - Casting Director, was Choreographer for 2001 World's Championships
My deep respect for Jan and his music goes way back. He is one of most well rounded, and talented composers, musicians, arrangers and producers I've worked with. Always easy going, and a ton of fun. We started doing projects together years ago and I look forward to many more.
Holger Petersen: Stony Plain Records - President and CEO / CKUA and CBC- Broadcaster, was Jan's Manager in 1971
Thanks for your music, energy, sense of humor, and generous creative input. You will always be part of the Second City family and tradition. (Jan was Musical Director for Second City in Toronto, Edmonton, Huntsville, and Los Angeles.)
Andrew Alexander: Andrew Alexander Second City - CEO
Jan Randall is one of only two musicians in the world who has played for the full 50 hours of the London/Edmonton marathon improvised shows and as such occupies a very selective Hall of Fame! He's skilled, versatile, playful, and a real asset to any company.
Adam Meggido: LAMDA Head of Foundation/Assoc. Dir. NYT, Artistic Dir. Extempore Theatre - Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
Working with Jan Randall on Zeke and the Indoor Plants was one of the best artistic collaborations I have been involved with over the years.
Ruth Smillie: Globe Theatre - Artistic Director and CEO / cowrote "Zeke and the Indoor Plants", a children's musical with Jan
