Cobbles Caves and Sunsets

SKU: A0.1255389

What A Wonderful World by Bob Thiele and George David Weiss, featured in Good Morning Vietnam performed by Louis Armstrong, arranged by Eric O'Reilly. Written in the style of a jazz or blues leadsheet. Best for solo performance and small ensembles. Works as and instrumental or with voice.

SKU: A0.1494615

A synthesized chart for the rhythm section of the band or accompanist, to follow the right chords, melodic cues, and entire structure of the song. In the key of F (3 half steps lower than the original), which works with average voices/congregational ranges. Great for church specials, accompanying a singer, a soloist instrumentalist, a recording session, and knowing the exact roadmap of the song, to the detail. This song by The Imperials was also popularized in Spanish by singer Danny Berrios with his version Un Canto Para Ti, which also follows the same structure.
*A version of this chart in the original Ab Major key is also available!

SKU: A0.1494619

A synthesized chart for the rhythm section of the band or accompanist, to follow the right chords, melodic cues, and entire structure of the song. In its original key of Ab Major. This chart is great for church specials, accompanying a singer, a soloist instrumentalist, a recording session, and knowing the exact roadmap of the song, to the detail. This song by The Imperials was also popularized in Spanish by singer Danny Berrios with his version Un Canto Para Ti, which also follows the same structure.
*A version of this chart available in F Major, which works with more average voices/congregational ranges and is easier to play on the piano, is also available!

SKU: A0.1376331

This is a lead sheet for any instrument for the song Almost May. 

Almost May - Theme and Variations
Backstory: 
Years ago I wrote a simple piano piece for my students. As instrumental music can fully exist outside the confines of words, it can be difficult to find the right title for something that is pure sound and possibility. I took inspiration from the time of year in which I had composed it and stamped it, “Almost May�. Like springtime in the Northern Hemisphere, “Almost May� unfolds slowly and majestically, with ever-evolving layers for the senses to discover. 

What to listen for: Theme

The main theme is first presented by the piano with minimal fanfare. This part was written to be easy enough for a child, which despite being sparing of notes, delivers rich harmonic content. Every note has been carefully curated for the optimal combination of accessibility and depth. Weaving chromatically into distantly-related keys, the melody takes small steps into contrasting musical spaces. In a wordless procession, the storyline plays out, as if the theme discovers that someone very different lives next door, and they slowly become inseparable. The piano is accompanied by an airy touch of brushes against a snare drum, like the pitter patter of soft feline steps. In the low frequency range, the upright bass supports and deepens the tonal palette with its earthy underpinnings. 

What to listen for: Variation I 
The unmistakable string section arrives like a breath of warm air. Lush, warm and reassuring like sunshine on your cheeks, the string parts begin with long tones. This broadness and stability will evolve into more layers of complexity throughout the section. While the role of the string section is background accompaniment, it undergoes textural changes which allow for some layers to briefly rise to the forefront as melody. Careful listening to the string parts will reveal an oceanic churning, a motion from background to foreground with expansions and contractions along the way. Floating overtop this density is the improvised piano solo, with ascending gestures that progress in detail and density. Each instrument enters a general unfolding and growth period in the first variation. The bass and drums include more fills than before, as the ensemble tends gradually toward more grandeur. 

What to listen for: Variation II 

The final variation opens with a decadent treatment of the melody. What was initially expressed by a soloist as a childlike plea is reimagined as a two-part conversation between the piano and lead viola. The obbligato voiced in the viola is a derivation of the melody that holds the space between phrases so the listener's attention is passed seamlessly between the piano and viola part. This dialogue features commentary on the original melody in the form of ornamentation and taking surprising pathways to expected destinations. The rhythm section (bass and drums) takes more liberties in creating a verdant soundscape as the ensemble rises to a final climax. 

Credits: 
I would like to thank Cole Canaday for the nuance, imagination and depth of understanding with which he brought this piece to life. I would also like to thank Blake Hamilton and Anastace for providing invaluable audio engineering feedback.

SKU: A0.1160361

This arrangement adapted for flute in G and piano was written keeping the characteristics of the original work, that is, inspiring and significant to the already known choral symphony by Beethoven, indicated to be performed by young music students, who want to enter the symphonic music, moreover, it can also be used by professional musicians, for recitals, repertoire, academic presentations and didactic material. As much as it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion. The transcription is faithful to the structure, with only one change in key, so that it is comfortable for all instruments in the formation, thus maintaining the essence of the striking melody, as well as using it for ensemble practice among musicians of different traditions.

Beethoven's Ninth Symphony Op. 125 incorporates part of the poem An die Freude (To Joy), a hymn written by Friedrich Schiller, with the text sung by soloists and a choir in its last movement. It was the first example of a major composer using the human voice as prominently as the instruments in a symphony, thus creating a far-reaching work that set the tone for the symphonic form that was to be adopted by Romantic composers. This is the last complete symphony composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. The choral symphony, better known as the Ninth Symphony or The Ninth, is one of the best known works in the Western repertoire, considered both an icon and predecessor of Romantic music, and one of Beethoven's great masterpieces, where it was first performed on May 7, 1824, the same year it was completed, at the Kärntnertortheater in Vienna, Austria. The conductor was Michael Umlauf, the theater's music director, and Beethoven - dissuaded from conducting by the advanced stage of his deafness - was given a special place on the stage next to the conductor. It was later rearranged by Herbert von Karajan to become the anthem of the European Union in 1972, the national anthem of Rhodesia from 1974 until 1979, Rise, O Voices of Rhodesia, used the tune Ode to Joy..

SKU: A0.1136043

This instrumental arrangement of Joseph Barnby's Easter hymn begins with the original and, as the top melody is taken over by other instruments there are various countermelodies, and eventually a twittering of birds. The original words of the hymn (by Christopher Wordsworth) begin: 1 Alleluia! Alleluia! Hearts and voices heavenward raise: Sing to God a hymn of gladness, Sing to God a hymn of praise: He, Who on the cross a victim, For the world's salvation bled, Jesus Christ, the King of glory, Now is risen from the dead. 2 Now the iron bars are broken, Christ from death to life is born, Glorious life, and life immortal, On this holy Easter morn: Christ has triumphed, and we conquer By His mighty enterprise, We with Him to life eternal By His resurrection rise. Performed by Anita Szabó Ildikó Szabady Iza Nagy Boglárka Dávid.

SKU: A0.1276434

Toreador Song / March of the Toreadors (LEAD SHEET) Opera Carmen [Georges Bizet]

Lead Sheet arrangement of Toreador Song / March of the Toreadors, Opera Carmen by Georges Bizet. For various instruments | Classical Music | Romantic Period | Piano | Keyboard | Guitar | Flute | Violin | Saxophone | Glockenspiel. 

Step into the realm of musical elegance with meticulously crafted lead sheets for a variety of instruments including Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, Flute, Violin, Saxophone, Glockenspiel, and more, featuring the iconic Toreador Song / March of the Toreadors from Georges Bizet's timeless opera Carmen. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of this beloved composition, now available in a versatile format that caters to a range of musicians.

Journey back to the opulent 19th century and experience the allure of this masterpiece, thoughtfully arranged to encompass the essence of the era. These lead sheets offer a harmonious blend of melody and chords, allowing both seasoned players and beginners to explore their musical creativity.

Whether you're a pianist, a guitarist, a flutist, or any other instrumentalist, these lead sheets provide a customizable canvas for your interpretation. Each instrument's unique voice harmonizes with the others, creating a harmonious ensemble that captures the depth and spirit of the original composition.

Discover the joy of musical collaboration as you and your fellow musicians unite to bring this masterpiece to life. Whether in a solo performance or a group setting, the magic of the Carmen opera is palpable, transcending time and resonating with audiences of all backgrounds.

Keywords: Toreador Song, March of the Toreadors, Carmen opera, Georges Bizet, lead sheets, piano, keyboard, guitar, flute, violin, saxophone, glockenspiel, melody, chords, musical collaboration, ensemble, timeless composition, era, musical creativity, versatile format.

SKU: A0.1377199

Immerse yourself in this arrangement of What Was I Made For? featuring the unique voice of Billie Bish for Oboe + Chords. Purchase now to unlock the transformative power of music in your life and be transported to a world of wonders as the timeless melody captures the essence of the song. Let the emotion and versatility of this music elevate your musical experience.

Key Features: 1) Adaptation smooth transition to your instrument, preserving the original music's magic and emotion; 2) Level beginner-friendly, suitable for those starting out or at an easy intermediate level; 3) Format professionally edited PDF for effortless study and performance; 4) Genre blends classical elements with whimsical touches, appealing to both adults and children; 5) Melody simple yet enchanting, evoking wonder and curiosity; 6) Rhythm gentle and steady, guiding players with ease; 7) Harmony delicate harmonies add depth without complexity, enhancing the overall beauty of the music; 8) Original Key maintains the original key of the composition for an authentic musical experience.

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SKU: A0.1427498

Acquire now the LEAD ME TO CALVARY a Religious song by Jennie Evelyn Hussey for Piano.
- Easy Beginner
- D major
- lead me to calvary, easy level, religious, spiritus, sacred, traditional.

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