[Piano Recital] A selection of intermediate-level pieces perfect for girls!

Préludes, Book I, No. 8: “The Girl with the Flaxen Hair”Claude Debussy

The Maiden with the Flaxen Hair / La fille aux cheveux de lin / Debussy / Classic Piano / CANACANA

The Girl with the Flaxen Hair, which brilliantly showcases the charm of Claude Debussy, is an exquisitely beautiful piece that vividly reflects Debussy’s delicacy and poetic beauty.

As the title includes “girl,” it can be considered a work well-suited to girls, and because of its melodious lines characterized by beautiful, emotionally rich sonorities, it is ideal for a girl’s piano recital piece—especially for those who excel at delicate expression.

While cherishing the feelings Debussy infused into the music, please aim to perform it carefully so that you can convey, through sound, a pale, watercolor-like world.

Fountain on a Rainy DayWilliam Gillock

Gillock: Fountain in the Rain — Pianist Yuki Kondo

William Gillock, an American composer known for creating many piano pieces beloved by children.

His composition Fountain in the Rain features a pleasant melody that seems to depict shimmering water, along with passages that require techniques such as cross-hand playing and flowing arpeggios.

Although short, it is a piece that allows performers to fully showcase both expressiveness and technique, making it a perfect choice for a recital where one can present the results of daily practice to the audience.

Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major, K. 331, Movement III “Turkish March”Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Turkish March / Mozart / Piano / CANACANA

You might not immediately recognize it when you hear “Piano Sonata No.

11 in A major, K.

331, third movement,” but if I say Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s “Turkish March,” many of you can probably recall the melody.

Composed in Vienna in 1783, this piece is a classic mainstay of recitals, and its Turkish-style rhythms and melodies captivate listeners.

The way the familiar tune evolves toward the latter half is sprinkled with little surprises.

In particular, the technically demanding final section is perfect for showcasing the results of your practice at a recital.

Give it a try!

Fantasia “Sakura Sakura”Hirai Kōsaburō

Sakura-Sakura, a Fantasy (Kōzaburo Hirai) — Sakura-Sakura (A Fantasy for Piano), Kōzaburo Y. Hirai

Kozo Hirai’s Fantasia “Sakura Sakura,” released in 1971, is a set of piano variations based on “Sakura Sakura,” a melody cherished by every Japanese person.

Evoking the rich timbre of the koto and driven by powerful rhythms, this piece, steeped in traditional Japanese sonorities, possesses an elegance perfectly suited to recital performances—an ideal work for cultivating both technique and sensitivity.

Like cherry blossom petals bathed in gentle light, the image of a girl performing it will remain in the audience’s memory in full bloom for a long time.

Suite bergamasque, No. 3: Clair de LuneClaude Debussy

High-Quality Audio [Clair de lune — Debussy] Debussy — Clair de Lune / CANACANA

Clair de lune, the third piece from Claude Debussy’s Suite bergamasque, is a captivating work whose gentle melody seems to paint, in sound, the beauty of the moon shining in the night sky.

Although it does not demand advanced technique, delivering it with the delicate touch that evokes a moonlit night casting a soft glow in silence—and shaping a performance that remains in pianissimo yet rich in expression—requires not only technical skill but also a deep understanding of the piece and refined sensibility.

By taking it on as a recital piece, you will further hone your sensitivity and rediscover the allure of the piano, an instrument capable of a wide range of expression.

Line Dance of TulipsHirayoshi Takeshu

Takamichi Hiyakichi / Rainbow Rhythm 25. Tulip Line Dance / Performed by: Asuka Sakuma

Tulip Line Dance, composed by Kiyoshi Hiraoyoshi, is a hugely popular piece among girls learning piano thanks to its cute, rhythmic melody.

The tune, with its distinctive rhythm that brings to mind a Flower Rock toy swaying and wiggling to sound, sticks in your head after just one listen.

Included in the 2013 piano collection Rainbow Rhythm, this piece demands precise rhythm and a light touch in performance, making it an excellent choice for a recital that can help improve technique.

Holberg Suite No. 1: PreludeEdvard Grieg

Grieg: From the Holberg Suite — No. 1 “Prelude,” Op. 40-1 / Riko Tanaka (46th Prizewinners’ Memorial Concert, Category B [Gold Prize])

Edvard Grieg’s 1884 Holberg Suite evokes the Baroque era.

Among its movements, the first, “Prelude,” brims with a refined atmosphere reminiscent of the works of Johann Sebastian Bach.

It is by no means an easy piece, but with careful practice—incorporating basic finger exercises and sectional work—you will be able to fully convey its energetic world.

The sparkling, vividly imaginable melody seems especially radiant when played by a girl! Why not prepare for your recital by practicing with the image of performing confidently before your audience?