Quiet Thoughts: Easier Originals Vol. 1 by Jason Tonioli – Piano Solos

Quiet Thoughts: Easier Originals Vol. 1 by Jason Tonioli

Beautiful original piano music doesn't have to be difficult to play.

Quiet Thoughts: Easier Originals, Volume 1 by Jason Tonioli brings Tonioli's expressive contemporary piano style to players looking for approachable, satisfying music that sounds polished without unnecessary technical difficulty.

Part of the same Easier concept behind Tonioli's popular Easier Piano Hymns series, Quiet Thoughts turns the focus to Jason Tonioli's original piano compositions. The collection is an inviting choice for developing pianists, adults returning to piano, and anyone who loves peaceful, melodic solo piano music but doesn't want to tackle advanced arrangements.

Tonioli created his Easier music with a simple goal: arrangements and compositions that sound rich and impressive while remaining accessible to play. His Easier books are designed for players who may have smaller hands, are still developing technique, or simply want beautiful music they can enjoy without frustration.

Why You'll Love Quiet Thoughts

• Approachable original piano solos by Jason Tonioli
• Part of Tonioli's popular Easier piano music series
• Peaceful, contemporary solo piano style
• Designed to sound fuller and more impressive than the difficulty suggests
• Great for developing pianists and adult piano players
• Enjoyable music for relaxation and personal playing
• An excellent alternative to traditional lesson repertoire
• Spiral-bound printed book that stays open easily at the piano

Songs Included

Quiet Thoughts: Easier Originals, Vol. 1 includes:

1. Meek
2. Quiet
3. Thoughts
4. Raindrops
5. Birdsong
6. Summer Rain
7. Slow Down
8. Falling Leaves
9. A Listening Ear
10. End of the Storm
11. Imagine That

Tonioli's current sheet music catalog confirms all 11 compositions as selections from Quiet Thoughts: Easier Originals, Vol. 1.

Easier Original Piano Music That Still Sounds Beautiful

One of the challenges with simplified piano music is that making the notes easier can sometimes make the music sound overly basic.

That's precisely what Tonioli's Easier concept was designed to avoid.

The series grew from his desire to create music that developing players could successfully play while still producing a rich, satisfying sound. Tonioli describes these books as thoughtfully made to be accessible rather than simply being traditional “big note” beginner books.

Quiet Thoughts applies that philosophy to original contemporary piano music, giving players another option beyond hymn arrangements and familiar songs.

Who Is Quiet Thoughts For?

This collection is especially appealing for:

• Developing piano students
• Adult pianists returning to the instrument
• Players who enjoy relaxing contemporary piano music
• Pianists with smaller hands
• Players looking for easier Jason Tonioli piano music
• Teachers looking for expressive alternatives to traditional lesson pieces
• Anyone who wants enjoyable piano music for quiet personal playing

Tonioli specifically identifies younger developing students, returning adult pianists, players with smaller hands, and those who want confidence-building music as audiences for his Easier series.

Peaceful Piano Music You'll Want to Play

Titles such as Quiet, Raindrops, Birdsong, Summer Rain, Falling Leaves, and End of the Storm give the collection a reflective, peaceful character.

Rather than being music you practice simply because it's assigned, Quiet Thoughts is designed around the enjoyment of actually playing the piano—making it particularly appealing to recreational pianists and adults who want relaxing piano solos they can return to again and again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Quiet Thoughts by Jason Tonioli?
Quiet Thoughts: Easier Originals, Vol. 1 is a collection of 11 original Jason Tonioli piano solos presented as part of his Easier line of piano music.

Are the songs in Quiet Thoughts hymns?
No. Unlike Easier Piano Hymns, Quiet Thoughts focuses on original Jason Tonioli compositions rather than hymn arrangements.

How many piano solos are included in Quiet Thoughts?
The collection contains 11 pieces, including Quiet, Thoughts, Raindrops, Birdsong, Summer Rain, Slow Down, and Imagine That.

Is Quiet Thoughts good for adult piano players?
Yes. Tonioli specifically identifies returning adult pianists as one of the audiences for his Easier-style music. The accessible arrangements are intended to sound full and satisfying without requiring advanced technique.

Is Quiet Thoughts a beginner piano book?
I would not call it a beginner method book. Tonioli specifically says his Easier music is not traditional “big note” beginner music. It's designed to be accessible while maintaining a richer musical sound.

Is this the physical Quiet Thoughts book?
Yes. This listing is for the spiral-bound printed music book, not the digital PDF edition.

Is Quiet Thoughts available now?
Yes. Teton Music's copy is available for purchase now. Jason's website still contains older pre-order language on several pages, but the announced late-August release window has passed.