Patricia Holmberg has a rich history as a composer, pianist, lyricist, and singer who recently completed a 12-minute composition for Glass Harp, Piano, and Orchestra titled "Water Suite." She has also written a concerto for Jazz Piano and Concert Band and composed cantatas and other choral, vocal, operatic, and orchestral works. Pat's music has been featured in shows on the History Channel, Bravo Channel (Funniest Movie Moments), NBC, A&E Biography (Dean Martin), MTV (Made), E! Network (Gastineau Girls), Biography Channel (The Writers: Sylvia Plath), and others.
Patricia Holmberg has taught piano in Boulder, Colorado, for many years and is currently working on a commission for a flute ensemble piece. Her music also has been featured on the Discovery Channel (Separating Twins), ABC (Shorts: Animals Around Us), and the Travel Channel (Stranded with Cash, Peters), to name a few.
Earlier in her career, Pat performed with jazz combos and dance bands, and has released seven CDs, including Boulder Rags and also 27 Ragtime Miniatures, Mountain Images, Jazz Images, Hymns We All Remember, Hymns We All Remember 2, Christmas in the Rockies, and here on our site one of her most fun albums, which consists of 15 heartwarming tracks on her Songs for Seniors, written with her friend and lyricist, the late Maria Rogers.
Pat has also served as Artist- and Composer-in-Residence at Boulder's First Presbyterian Church, and presented numerous piano recitals during the last 20 years at Boulder Public Library. Her music shares a piano mastery developed in rich and traditional ways in a warm and loving community, sitting in the middle of one of America's most gorgeous areas, the beautiful and inspirational Colorado Rockies.
This acoustic piano track actually is reminiscent of Bach's C Major Prelude from Book 1 of the Well-Tempered Clavier. It has fast moving arpeggiated notes which move through interesting chord progressions. The texture is consistent throughout, and the melody is pleasant and singable. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Robert Schumann
This is a short, simple acoustic piano track Schumann wrote for his children, depicting soldiers marching, exactly as the title says. It is energetic and rhythmic and just the perfect tempo for marching. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Robert Schumann
Elegant, soaring improvised piano solo showing the beauty of the Colorado Rockies. From the "Mountain Images" CD, it's an inspirational and delicate melody that builds. Sun coming up, snow-covered peaks, a roaring fire, romance, watching snow fall. Rich lifestyles, lush, high end ad campaigns. Instrumental, New Age Music, Nature
For acoustic piano, this is a short, simple piece. However, in true Tchaikovsky fashion, it has a very distinctive, lovely melody, as well as some quietly moving parts under that melody which go together to make some lush, wonderful sounds. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
An acoustic piano piece with a simple melody on top and descending chromatic chord progressions below. It is a short piece, but in that short time there is a definite surging to the dramatic, high point which then gradually lets down to a quiet close. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Frederic Chopin
For acoustic piano, this is from Tchaikovsky's "Album for the Young". It has a very distinctive melody and style - reflecting a fabulous understanding of Italy's folk music. You could hear it being played on the street by an accordion player, although it was written for piano. Simple, uncomplicated. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Composed for acoustic piano, this has strong jazz influences in the harmonic and rhythmic structures. Strong melodies. Conflicting mood descriptions are because there are different parts in this piece. Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
Short, staccato and upbeat, this is another of Schumann's compositions for children. This is supposed to depict a wild horseman, true to the title, and keeps up the energy throughout. Rhythmic and quick. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Robert Schumann
An acoustic piano improvisation on an old a familiar hymn tune. This particular one is in 3/4 time and a nice lilt. It gives a comforting and uplifting mood to your sound space. Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
Beautiful, captivating melody on acoustic piano with strong jazz influences in the harmonic and rhythmic structures. From the first note to the last, this lush melody will win your heart and take you to new places with great finesse. Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
The six tracks on this album entitled "Mountain Images" are descriptive of places in the Colorado Rockies. They are all for solo acoustic piano. The music is free form, non-structured, totally improvised. Some rich harmonies, driving rhythms, and also simple melodic lines. Different moods. Instrumental, New Age Music, Nature
Mazurkas have their roots in gypsy music, and often are in the minor mode and seem to flit from sadness to a joyful quality, all with the same underlying steady beat. Chopin wrote many mazurkas for solo acoustic piano. This one by Tchaikovsky has a distinctive melody and typical mazurka rhythms. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
This is a simple, lovely, tender piece for acoustic piano. Robert Schumann and his wife Clara (the world's first woman concert pianist) had eight children, and this is one of many that he wrote for his children to listen to and to play. This one portrays a wonderfully innocent view of the world. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Robert Schumann
Chopin composed primarily for the piano, and we have him to thank for some of the most memorable melodies ever written. Dubbed the "poet of the piano", he used those 88 keys in ways that were different than anything done before. This is a short piece; very simple and graceful. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Frederic Chopin
Beautiful solo acoustic piano with strong jazz influences in the harmonic and rhythmic structures. Captivating from the first note to the last, this jazzy composition will win your heart and take you to new places with great finesse. Light and upbeat, this is high-spirited music at its best! Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
This has two section - the first pretty energetic and the last one is quite mellow with a nice melody and flowing accompaniment underneath. Good steady toe-tapping beat and tends to make listeners happy. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Ragtime
For solo acoustic piano, this is an upbeat, energetic piece typical of the Baroque period. Fairly fast with lots of notes, but played in a manner so that the basic structure is clearly defined. Preambulum is Latin for Prelude, and in this case it is the opening movement for this Baroque dance suite. Instrumental, Classical Music, Baroque Period, Johann Sebastian Bach
A familiar hymn tune which has words doing homage to God's hand in creating all the beautiful places in nature on the planet. However, this is an instrumental only track - you can mentally supply the words as you listen to the lovely melody and acoustic piano improvisation upon it. Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
Music from the Baroque period has vibrant energy, as well as interesting complexity going on under the top line. This is one of those. The challenge of a performer is to make decisions about which notes to bring to the fore, and which to let recede a bit. This is well played, with attention to that. Instrumental, Classical Music, Baroque Period, Johann Sebastian Bach
This familiar old hymn has a lilting melody - in 3/4 time - exuding warmth and comfort. It is played here on acoustic piano, in a very fluid, harmonically rich manner. Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
A familiar and loved old hymn tune is presented here on acoustic piano. Lovingly and imaginatively played, it gives you a chance to supply the words in your own mind. A great reminder of the truths of faith. Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
This old, loved and familiar hymn is played here on acoustic piano in an imaginative improvisational style. You supply the words in your own mind as you listen to facile fingers creating a comforting and uplifting mood. Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
This is an old American song which was commonly sung at sing-alongs - before tv became the evening's entertainment - back when almost every home had at least an old upright piano and people would gather around in the evenings and sing together as the designated piano player accompanied them. Instrumental, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A ragtime piano piece about which one listener recently said: “First time I am hearing "Davidson Mesa Looking West", smooth, skillful and classy. Puts me in a happy mood.” This is definitely a fun, cheerful, toe-tapping track. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Ragtime
This is an acoustic piano improvisation on the old familiar hymn tune. It brings comfort and warmth to your space....and a reminder of the message, Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
An acoustic piano piece here which in typical Chopin fashion has a distinct melody. This track is short, and being in the minor mode, has a melancholy feel. It is heavy and dark, though with a few lovely, brighter moments. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Frederic Chopin
This is an acoustic piano improvisation on an old favorite and familiar hymn tune. You will enjoy the imaginative playing. Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
A piano piece with moving, left hand melody. Although it is in the minor mode, it does not have a dark, melancholy mood.....it's just beautiful music with rich harmonies, skillfully written and played, and fairly short. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Frederic Chopin
Elegant improvised piano solo with lush melody. From the Mountain Images CD, describing the beauty of Alpine Daisies found in the Colorado Rockies. Could set a scene for romance, discovery or travel along mountain roads or sea shores. Gets a little edgy, perhaps a build-up to action or emotions. Instrumental, New Age Music, Nature
Bach has been referred to by more than one musician as being the first jazz musician. Some of his melodic lines are similar to jazz riffs, and there is almost always a vibrant, steady beat. Much of his music is great for people who run and jog - it's upbeat and strongly rhythmic. Instrumental, Classical Music, Baroque Period, Johann Sebastian Bach
Beautiful and lively solo piano track, mid to uptempo. Ideal for happy scenes, accomplishment, family scenes, 60 second commercial bed for uplifting lifestyle products and more. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
A simple, singable, lovely melody here, flowing on top of an off-beat rhythmic pattern underneath. This is an acoustic piano piece from Tchaikovsky's "Children's Album". It is beautiful and memorable in its simplicity. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
This is a World War 1 song - played here on acoustic piano without lyrics. The melody was widely known at the time and for many years later - it has a tenderness and nostalgia which comes through in this performance. Instrumental, Americana Music, Americana Roots
