Bassoon,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1310502 Composed by J S Bach-Gounod. Arranged by Colin Kirkpatrick. Easter,Sacred,Wedding. Score and part. 6 pages. Colin Kirkpatrick Publications #899560. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications (A0.1310502). This ever-popular piece is often performed at weddings, funerals and many other solemn ceremonial events. It has always been a favorite among instrumental players and often used in recitals or concert encores. This arrangement by Colin Kirkpatrick is ideal for the intermediate bassoon player. It is in concert C and range is from G on the lowest line of the bass clef to the E just above the staff. In 1853, the well-known French composer Charles Gounod added his own melody over a rippling keyboard accompaniment which was a slightly adapted version of the Prelude No. 1 in C major, BWV846, from Book I of J. S. Bach's The Well-Tempered Clavier, published in 1722. The title of the “combined� piece was Méditation sur le Premier Prélude de Piano de S. Bach. Gounod’s original arrangement transposed Bach’s keyboard part from C major into F major and it was scored for violin (or cello), organ and piano. In 1859, the French music publishing company Jacques-Léopold Heugel brought out a vocal version based on the familiar Latin text. Ave Maria (Hail Mary) is a traditional Catholic prayer addressed to the Virgin Mary.The version of Bach's prelude which Gounod used included the so-called Schwencke measure (m. 27 in this arrangement), a measure (bar) allegedly added by the German composer and pianist Christian Friedrich Gottlieb Schwencke (1767-1822) in an attempt to correct what was considered a harmonic weakness in the original. Whether there actually was a “harmonic weakness� (or possibly an error in the manuscript) remains a matter of conjecture but the fact remains that the most familiar-sounding version of this piece, recorded countless times by both singers and instrumentalists includes this Schwencke measure. It is therefore included in this arrangement.Some published arrangements show minor inconsistencies in the rhythm of the melody. This arrangement uses the familiar rhythm of the Ave Maria version as it appeared in the 1859 edition.

Instrumental Duet Bassoon,Instrumental Duet,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548473 Composed by Mueller. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Christian,Christmas. Score and parts. 3 pages. Jmsgu3 #3386521. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548473). Traditional Christmas song arranged for Bassoon & Piano. Third verse features modified harmony. Score: 2 pg. Part: 1 pg. Away in a Manger Away in a Manger is a popular Christmas song published originally sometime in the later 19th century and performed throughout the world. In England, it is considered one of the two most popular carols of all time; a 1996 poll ranked it as a tie for second place. To begin with, many thought it was written by Martin Luther, but now the song is considered to be absolutely American. The most common musical arrangements are by William Kirkpatrick (1895) and James R. Murray (1887). The melody was first published, as Luther's Cradle Hymn, by James R. Murray. Then, came a confusing series of explanations about how Martin Luther wrote the song. Murray even went so far as to suggest that Luther wrote it for his children. As a result, the song has become known as simply Mueller. Nobody knows who this Mueller actually is, but the name stuck. Popularity By the 1880’s the cradle song was being performed in church. By the 1990’s the song was becoming the most popular Christmas song of all time. It was sung in school, in church, and at home by nearly everyone. Other musical settings The first musical setting published with the lyrics appeared in the Little Children's Book for Schools and Families (1885). The title was Away in a Manger. This edition is the first one not to attribute the song to Martin Luther.   Charles H. Gabriel was the first arranger to present the third verse. He also composed and published a large number of different arrangements of the song. In one of his settings, he supplies a chorus for each verse with asleep sung in canon. Another prevalent preparation uses the lyrics to the melody Flow Gently, Sweet Afton. Yet another arrangement dating uses the lyrics to an old Normandy Carol. Register for free lifetime updates and revisions of this product at www.jamesguthrie.com

Bassoon,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.617311 Composed by William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Gary Lanier. Christian,Gospel,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Score and part. 10 pages. The Lanier Company #4853449. Published by The Lanier Company (A0.617311). WE HAVE HEARD THE JOYFUL SOUND is an arrangement for Bassoon with Piano of a popular old gospel hymn tune. It works great for offertories, special music for worship services, concerts or for the joy of playing in any situation where inspirational music is desired (10 pages).

Bassoon,Piano - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.524661 Composed by William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by John A. Dempsey. Celtic,Christian,Irish,Sacred,Spiritual,Traditional. Score and part. 16 pages. John A. Dempsey #6139061. Published by John A. Dempsey (A0.524661). This lively hymn arrangement is designed to inject energy and enthusiasm into your worship service with its jazzy rhythm, upbeat tempo and flavorful melody.  This is an enduring hymn with eternal truth as its message.  Musically influenced by both Cajun and Celtic styles, this duet arrangement for bassoon and piano is recommended for traditional church services, praise gatherings, youth rallies and other worship events, as a prelude, postlude, an offertory, interlude and special music.  Key: Bb major.  12 pages of music (that includes a separate three-page bassoon part).

Bassoon,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.617664 Composed by WILLIAM J. KIRKPATRICK and WILLIAM H. DOANE. Arranged by Gary Lanier. Praise & Worship,Sacred. Score and part. 32 pages. The Lanier Company #5993425. Published by The Lanier Company (A0.617664). CLASSIC HYMN SUITE is a compilation of 3 hymn tunes arranged by Gary Lanier for Bassoon and Piano. The titles are (1) Lord, I'm Coming Home, (2) Take the Name of Jesus with You & (3) I Am Thine, O Lord. All for the price of 2. Perfect for any Christian inspirational event (32 pages).

Bassoon,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.617203 Composed by William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Gary Lanier. Christian,Gospel,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Score and part. 10 pages. The Lanier Company #4795039. Published by The Lanier Company (A0.617203). JESUS SAVES (Bassoon with Piano - Score & Part included)

Bassoon,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1284621 Composed by Colin Kirkpatrick. Holiday,Instructional,Wedding. Score and part. 6 pages. Colin Kirkpatrick Publications #875796. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications (A0.1284621). This is a lovely reflective solo piece for bassoon and piano. All the notes are within easy reach of the early intermediate player. The technical level is about Grade 3 (UK ABRSM) The range covers low F (only twice, and well prepared) to the F above the staff. The bassoon part makes considerable use of quarter note triplets and tied notes. The piece has long lyrical phrases, beginning in A minor/C major and ending in F major. It is ideal for developing a sustained tone. The piece is rewarding to perform and the piano part has been kept fairly straightforward throughout. It would make an excellent piece for a student recital.

Bassoon,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1311222 Composed by G F Handel. Arranged by Colin Kirkpatrick. Baroque,Historic,Instructional,Opera. Score and part. 8 pages. Colin Kirkpatrick Publications #900214. Published by Colin Kirkpatrick Publications (A0.1311222). This piece is probably Handel’s best-known melody, although it began life as an operatic aria. The opera was called Xerxes, sometimes written Serses and pronounced something like “ZERT-sees�. It was commissioned by The King’s Theatre in London and composed by Handel (who had become naturalized British and lived in London at the time) around 1737 and 1738. The opera is loosely based on the real historical figure King Xerxes, who ruled from around 522-486 BC and was the fourth king of the Achaemenid Empire, a vast region that covered most of the present-day Middle East including modern Turkey.  The melody is often known simply as Handel’s Largo (despite being marked “Larghetto� in the musical score) and is the opening aria in the opera. Known by its opening line Ombra mai fu the aria is sung by Xerxes to a plane tree: “Tender and beautiful fronds of my beloved plane tree, let fate smile upon you...�Although the melody has survived over the years, the opera itself was a complete failure when it was first performed at the King’s Theatre in London’s Haymarket in 1738. The style of the opera was not appreciated by London opera-goers and it generally received poor reviews. The audience may have been confused by the innovative nature of the work because Handel introduced unexpected comic elements into the plot.This arrangement for bassoon is in E flat major. In the solo part, the lowest note is the B flat on the second line of the bass clef and the highest note is the E flat just above the bass staff. The piano part has been kept as simple as possible. Being so well-known, this piece would make a suitable encore.  

Bassoon,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.617576 Composed by William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Gary Lanier. Sacred. Score and part. 13 pages. The Lanier Company #5779421. Published by The Lanier Company (A0.617576). LORD, I'M COMING HOME is an arrangement by Gary Lanier for Bassoon and Piano of one of our most cherished Hymns. The theme is one of resolve to return to the Lord. This emotionally packed arrangement is perfect for Church or any gathering where hymns of testimony are desired. The score, including cover and instrumental part is 13 pages long.

Instrumental Duet Bassoon,Instrumental Duet,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.557803 Composed by William Kirkpatrick. Arranged by David Burndrett. Christmas. Score and parts. 6 pages. David Burndrett #484887. Published by David Burndrett (A0.557803). This works well as a concert piece or just for fun. Download includes the score and both of the parts.

Bassoon,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1516797 Composed by William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Ygor Nunes. Children,Christmas,Film/TV,Holiday,Standards. Score and part. 3 pages. Ygor Nunes #1090975. Published by Ygor Nunes (A0.1516797). Away in a Manger is a timeless Christmas carol that brings the magic of the holiday season to life. With its soft, melodic tune and heartwarming lyrics, it captures the humble birth of Jesus in a simple manger, evoking feelings of peace, joy, and wonder. This beloved song is perfect for creating a cozy, festive atmosphere, reminding us of the true spirit of Christmas—love, hope, and the gift of family.Imagine the gentle sound of a bassoon solo setting the mood, as the melody flows through your home, filling it with the warmth and beauty of the holiday season!