SKU: A0.968433

Arranged by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, as the eighth installment in his 2021 Hymn Song Collection series, this brand-new setting of the traditional English melody This Is My Father's World  begins as a wistful ballad, moving into a lilting waltz feel, before its rousing march finale. Suitable for use as special music in church or as a recital piece, this new arrangement is sure to be a favorite for listener and performer alike!

SKU: A0.1373734

This original composition by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, is the fifth installment in a new 2024 series of pieces for solo instrument with piano accompaniment.  Drifting Clouds evokes images of clear, bright skies with gentle clouds floating on an easy breeze. The specter of rain appears in the middle of the piece, taking the solo into a minor waltz, before the threat of stormy weather dissipates and the skies clear once again. Suitable for use as a recital, festival, or contest piece - as well as special music in church - this new piece is a perfect chance to add a little feeling to any program!

SKU: A0.967723

Arranged by veteran instrumental educator and performer, Lawrence Underwood, as the ninth installment in his A Christmas Portfolio series, this beautiful setting of Silent Night gives the performer the opportunity to truly showcase a little warmth and tenderness. The solo opens with a simple statement and repeat of the melody over an evocative background. The piano then takes the lead while the solo part plays flowing counter-lines, weaving effortless in and out of the melody, before resuming the theme and leading the piece to its conclusion. Perfect for use in church services or in any holiday performance setting.

SKU: A0.968381

Arranged by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, as the fifth installment in his 2021 Hymn Song Collection series, this brand new setting of Bread of Life takes both performer and listener on a real musical journey! Suitable for use as special music in church or as a recital piece, this new arrangement will really make an impact!

SKU: A0.1373598

This original composition by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, is the first installment in a new 2024 series of pieces for solo instrument with piano accompaniment.  Clouded Glass takes the performer and listener on a journey through contrasting styles, moods, and meters, before reaching its satisfying conclusion. Suitable for use as a recital, festival, or contest piece - as well as special music in church - this new arrangement is sure to be a favorite of performers and listeners alike!

SKU: A0.968453

Arranged by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, as the ninth installment in his 2021 Hymn Song Collection series, this brand-new setting of Rock of Ages begins as with a classical treatment of the tune in 3 before reimagining the piece in 4, moving into a minor setting of the melody, through a waltz-feel, and into 9/8 time. . .all before returning home to the classical setting for this beloved melody. Suitable for use as special music in church or as a recital piece, this new arrangement is sure to be a favorite for listener and performer alike!

SKU: A0.1374114

This original composition by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, is the ninth installment in a new 2024 series of pieces for solo instrument with piano accompaniment.  Whimsy begins as a playful, quirky romp in 12/8, transitioning into a (slightly) more serious and (slightly) slower middle section before letting loose with a return to the capricious opening theme again. Suitable for use as a recital, festival, or contest piece - as well as special music in church - this new piece is sure will make an excellent addition to any program!

SKU: A0.968347

Arranged by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, as the third installment in his 2021 Hymn Song Collection series, this brand new setting of This Little Light of Mine is a rollicking good time! Suitable for use as special music in church or as a recital piece, this new arrangement is sure to be an audience favorite!

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SKU: A0.968417

Arranged by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, as the seventh installment in his 2021 Hymn Song Collection series, this brand new setting of The River Is Wide is a study in movement - from flowing ballad through bounding 4/4, lilting 6/8 through a slow march finale - all the while highlighting the beautiful traditional melody at its heart. Suitable for use as special music in church or as a recital piece, this new arrangement will really make an impact!

SKU: A0.967727

Arranged by veteran instrumental educator and performer, Lawrence Underwood, as the eleventh installment in his A Christmas Portfolio series, this blues shuffle setting of Up on the Housetop is a blast! The piano sets up the boogie-woogie feel from the very start, and then the piece doesn't let up until the last rollicking second! A perfect and fun addition to any holiday performance setting.

SKU: A0.967686

Arranged by veteran instrumental educator and performer, Lawrence Underwood, as the fifth installment in his A Christmas Portfolio series, this brand new setting of Jingle Bells is destined to be a new favorite! This Jingle Bells has been given the ragtime treatment. . .opening in standard 2/4 ragtime, moving into a ragtime waltz in the middle of the piece, before once again revisiting 2/4 - but with the piano part covering the melody and the soloist playing countermelody lines until final reclaiming the theme for the final rousing statement of the chorus. Suitable as a showpiece or encore in any winter or holiday setting!

SKU: A0.1373672

This original composition by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, is the third installment in a new 2024 series of pieces for solo instrument with piano accompaniment.  With a Full Heart is a jazz-touched exploration of simple joys, tender emotion, and cherished memories. Suitable for use as a recital, festival, or contest piece - as well as special music in church - this new piece is a perfect chance to add a little feeling to any program!

SKU: A0.1373945

This original composition by veteran performer and music educator, Lawrence Underwood, is the sixth installment in a new 2024 series of pieces for solo instrument with piano accompaniment.  From its opening notes, Lonely Drive is a piece propelled forward by its accompaniment, with solo lines that alternately weave throughout and float above the piano part. Harmonies evoke longing and melancholy before sequeing into joyful triumph as the musicians reach their final destination. Suitable for use as a recital, festival, or contest piece - as well as special music in church - this new piece is a perfect chance to add a little feeling to any program!