SKU: A0.844566

In 1849 Robert Schumann completed a set of Romantic character pieces for piano which he named Forest Scenes. One of that set was called Entry, which I have arranged for Instrumental Trio. In keeping with the characteristics of the Romantic period my arrangement is full of contrasts and constant shifts between dynamics, articulations, tempos, and themes. Each part is of equal importance and each part independently adds to the stunning polyphonic weaving. Requires careful counting and close attention to rhythms, but sounds quite advanced and dramatic when all details are observed. This piece is both playful and majestic at the same time.   A fun piece to show your technique and musicianship as a group in any concert.  
2 1/2 minutes, 5 pages score, 2 pages @ part

SKU: A0.524083

The mysteries of a blue midnight are illuminated by the glow of an incandescent moon in this romantic instrumental trio for two violins and cello.  12 pages of music (that includes the score and separate two-page pullout parts for each instrument). Key: G major.

SKU: A0.1184820

An expressive Gospel rendition of Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross (a.k.a. “Near The Cross�) has been newly-arranged as an Instrumental Trio.  The audience will be moved by its soulful rhythms and harmonies.  Although it is a slower 6/8 tempo, there are melodic embellishments, grace notes, triplets, and subdivisions of the eighth note into sixteenths.  A four-measure transition creates a modulation up a Perfect fifth.  Appropriate as a Lent, Holy Week, Easter solo, worship, concert, contest/festival, or recital piece.  Adaptable to school or church settings.  Performance Time: 3:30. 

SKU: A0.1517045

An American Hymn is a powerful song that evokes a deep sense of patriotism and pride. It was used as the main title theme from East of Eden - the 1981 miniseries adaptation of John Steinbeck's novel of the same name. In this String Trio arrangement, the melody is voiced at different times by different instruments, sharing in the all-inclusive theme of the song.