My Finnish Calendar

Iiro Rantala's My Finnish Calendar is a brilliant set of twelve piano compositions by the celebrated Finnish jazz pianist. This sheet music book weaves witty jazz, lyrical melodies, and vivid seasonal imagery, perfect for advanced pianists exploring Finland’s year through solo, recital, or teaching settings. It includes "January," a wistful winter prelude, "February," evoking icy solitude, "March," hopeful with sprightly rhythms, "April," a bright spring melody, "May," airy and buoyant, "June," radiant with midsummer glow, "July," a lively ragtime jaunt, "August," rich with nostalgic warmth, "September," crisp with autumnal depth, "October," bold with colorful contrasts, "November," quirky with bluesy twists, and "December," warm with festive cheer. Ideal for honing Finnish jazz skills, Rantala’s works blend virtuosity and wit, captivating players and listeners. Dive into this Nordic treasure and bring its seasonal magic to life.

Artist: Iiro Rantala
Pages: 55
Instrumentation: piano
Instruments: Piano
Key:
BPM: 130, 140, 63, 124, 160, 84, 88, 80, 116, 75, 176
Time signature: 3 / 4, 4 / 4, 2 / 2
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

• Iiro Rantala - Composer
• Iiro Rantala - Artist