Windy Nights and Other Tales is a collection of four captivating piano solos that correspond with poetry by Robert Louis Stevenson. This fabulous updated edition contains an additional piece called “Autumn Fires” along with composer insights and learning tips.
Introduction
From a Railway Carriage
The Land of Story-Books
Windy Nights
Autumn Fires
Meet the Composer
Chee-Hwa Tan
Chee-Hwa Tan’s compositions explore the piano’s tonal colors, encouraging performers to connect through emotion, story, and sound. Her landmark collection, A Child’s Garden of Verses, has empowered musicians to discover their artistic voices through the synthesis of literature and music. Her solo piano works are published by Piano Safari, the Royal Conservatory of Music, and ABRSM. Through her publishing company, Dayung Sampan Music, Chee-Hwa expands her philosophy of artistry to vocal and instrumental combinations for all levels. A native of Malaysia and a U.S. citizen, she has taught at the University of Denver, Oberlin Conservatory, and SMU. Learn more about Chee-Hwa’s music and teaching philosophy at chee-hwa.com.
