Jennifer Eklund

Jennifer Eklund
Jennifer Eklund holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in music from California State University, Long Beach. She is an avid arranger, composer, and author of the Piano Pronto® method books series as well as a wide variety of supplemental songbooks. She is also a Signature Artist with Musicnotes.com with a large catalog of popular music titles for musicians of all levels.

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Roxette: "Fading Like a Flower"
Mild & Mellow Sheet Music
1990s Sheet Music
Pop Rock Sheet Music
Movie Sheet Music

Roxette: "Fading Like a Flower"

A mellow piano rendition of Roxette's "Fading Like a Flower" softens the original's soaring rock ballad into a tender, reflective piece that emphasizes the song's emotional vulnerability. These lush piano sol arrangements highlight the aching melody and lyrics, giving the listener a more intimate experience of the song's themes of love and loss.

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Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars: "Die with a Smile"
Pop Sheet Music

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars: "Die with a Smile"

Piano solo renditions of “Die With a Smile” by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars emphasize the song’s emotional depth, transforming its upbeat vibe into a more intimate and reflective experience. Through expressive chords and a slower tempo, the piano version highlights the song’s themes of joy, acceptance, and finding peace in the face of life’s end.

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Sabrina Carpenter: "Espresso"
Pop Sheet Music

Sabrina Carpenter: "Espresso"

A piano solo covers of Sabrina Carpenter’s “Espresso” transforms the upbeat, sassy pop track into a smoother, more elegant rendition, emphasizing its playful melody with jazzy chord progressions and rhythmic flair. The piano’s nuanced dynamics bring a new sophistication to the song, while still capturing its confident, flirtatious spirit.

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Sophie B. Hawkins: "Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover"
Mild & Mellow Sheet Music
Pop Rock Sheet Music
1990s Sheet Music

Sophie B. Hawkins: "Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover"

A piano solo rendition of “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover” transforms the raw intensity of the original into a more introspective and soulful experience, emphasizing the longing and vulnerability in the lyrics. Stripped of its rock edge, the melody takes on a haunting quality, allowing the emotional core of the song to shine through with quiet power.

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Sabrina Carpenter: "Please Please Please"
Mild & Mellow Sheet Music
Pop Sheet Music

Sabrina Carpenter: "Please Please Please"

Piano solo renditions of Sabrina Carpenter’s “Please Please Please” strip the song down to its emotional core, highlighting the vulnerability and desperation in the lyrics through delicate, sustained chords and a slow, expressive tempo. Without the pop production, the melody becomes more introspective, allowing the raw pleading behind the words to take center stage.

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Ace of Base: "Cruel Summer"
Mild & Mellow Sheet Music
1990s Sheet Music
Pop Rock Sheet Music

Ace of Base: "Cruel Summer"

Piano renditions of Ace of Base’s version of “Cruel Summer” soften the original’s reggae-pop beat into a more melancholic, reflective interpretation, highlighting the song’s underlying sense of loneliness. The stripped-back arrangement allows the melody and lyrics to shine through with emotional clarity, offering a more intimate take on the summertime sadness.

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Semisonic: "Closing Time"
Mild & Mellow Sheet Music
1990s Sheet Music
One Hit Wonders
Pop Rock Sheet Music

Semisonic: "Closing Time"

Piano renditions of “Closing Time” by Semisonic transform the upbeat, radio-friendly anthem into a more introspective and nostalgic piece, emphasizing its underlying themes of change and new beginnings. With stripped-down chords and a slower tempo, the melody takes on a reflective tone, highlighting the song’s emotional depth beyond its familiar chorus.

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The Verve: "Bittersweet Symphony"
Mild & Mellow Sheet Music
1990s Sheet Music
Pop Rock Sheet Music
One Hit Wonders

The Verve: "Bittersweet Symphony"

Piano solo renditions of “Bittersweet Symphony” distill the iconic orchestral theme into a graceful, flowing interpretation, where the sweeping strings are reimagined through gentle arpeggios and sustained chords. The piano’s warm tones bring out the song’s melancholic beauty, offering a reflective and introspective take on its themes of struggle and resignation.

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Alice in Chains: "Don't Follow"
Alternative Rock Sheet Music
1990s Sheet Music
By Request

Alice in Chains: "Don't Follow"

Piano solo renditions of “Don’t Follow” bring a delicate, emotional clarity to the song, with gentle chord voicings and flowing melodies that highlight its sorrowful core. Stripped of vocals and guitar, the piano captures a quiet sense of resignation and longing, turning the piece into a meditative reflection on loss and letting go.

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Alice in Chains: "Rotten Apple"
Alternative Rock Sheet Music
1990s Sheet Music
By Request

Alice in Chains: "Rotten Apple"

Piano solo renditions of Alice in Chains’ “Rotten Apple” transform the song’s brooding intensity into a melancholic, meditative experience, with slow, minor-key progressions echoing the original’s haunting mood. The sparse, sustained notes and gentle dynamics bring out the emotional depth of the melody, giving the piece a solemn, introspective atmosphere.

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How To Train Your Dragon: "Test Drive"
Movie Sheet Music
By Request

How To Train Your Dragon: "Test Drive"

Solo piano renditions of “Test Drive” from the film "How to Train Your Dragon" capture the sweeping emotion and adventurous spirit of the original score. Stripped of orchestration, the piano version still soars—balancing delicate, reflective moments with bursts of energetic rhythm that mirror the thrill of flight and discovery.

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Bob Marley: "Three Little Birds" Mellow Version
Mild & Mellow Sheet Music
Pop Sheet Music

Bob Marley: "Three Little Birds" Mellow Version

A mellow solo-piano take on “Three Little Birds” lets the tune’s comforting mantra breathe, with gentle left-hand chords rocking like a lullaby while the right hand softly threads Marley’s hopeful melody. With a candlelit atmosphere each note feels like a whispered reminder that “every little thing is gonna be all right.”

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