Piano Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.835644 Composed by James R. Murray, Johannes Brahms, and William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Renee Hyche McKee. Children,Christian,Christmas,Concert. Score. 4 pages. Renee H. McKee #5995123. Published by Renee H. McKee (A0.835644). I never get tired of looking at the manger scene during the holidays and thinking about the way God chose to bring Himself into the world. The amazing story of Jesus’s mercy and forgiveness began for many of us in the songs of Christmas; I think Away in a Manger is the most innocent and tender of them all.  Two melodies have been written for this song; I have used both tunes here, along with a touch of a famous lullaby you are certain to recognize! The double bar lines show where each Away in a Manger melody begins, and each section could be used as a tiny piece of music itself. As an entire piece it is beautiful as a Christmas-time prelude, offertory or a holiday recital piece for an advanced intermediate to advanced student. The simple lines of the melodies take turns being played by right and left hands with one instance of a hand crossing. A few fingerings are suggested in the various accompaniment patterns, and pedaling is left up to your sensitive ear. Large hands are not necessary to play this piece; a tender touch will make it glow. Allow the ending to linger...it will satisfy you and your listeners with a sense of peace.

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.893732 Composed by William J. Kirkpatrick and James R. Murray. Arranged by Lloyd T. Lam. Christmas,Contemporary,Sacred. Score. 6 pages. Lloyd T. Lam #3258341. Published by Lloyd T. Lam (A0.893732). Combining two most-common hymn settings of Away in a manger composed by William J. Kirkpatrick and James R. Murray and arranged for solo piano.2017 Holiday Contest Entry

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.926291 Composed by William J. Kirkpatrick and James R. Murray. Arranged by Susanne Bashford. Christmas. Score. 6 pages. Susanne Bashford #3858921. Published by Susanne Bashford (A0.926291). 2018 Holiday Contest Entry

Piano Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.865798 Composed by James R. Murray. Arranged by Lisa Hoekstra. Christian,Christmas,Sacred,Spiritual. Score. 4 pages. Lisa Hoekstra #3859113. Published by Lisa Hoekstra (A0.865798). 2018 HOLIDAY CONTEST ENTRY  A modern spin on the old familiar Christmas carol. This beautiful arrangement is perfect for church services and Christmas gatherings! Arranged by Lisa Hoekstra, this piece is ideal for the late intermediate pianist.

Composed by James R. Murray and Traditional Austrian Tune. Arranged by Rafael Griffin. Advent, Christian, Christmas, Holiday, Sacred. Score. 6 pages. Rafael Griffin #687636. Published by Rafael Griffin

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1290474 By Jeff Bjorck. By James R. Murray, c. 1887. Arranged by Jeff Bjorck. 19th Century,Advent,Children,Christmas,Holiday. Score. 7 pages. Pure Piano Music by Jeff Bjorck #881188. Published by Pure Piano Music by Jeff Bjorck (A0.1290474). Jeff Bjorck's original solo piano arrangement of this classic Christmas carol appears on his album/CD The Wondrous Gift: A Pure Piano Christmas. Bjorck notes that he loves all the melodies associated with this carol, and he interweaves four of them together. His joyous arrangement emphasizes a tone and pace that will remind the listener of children and their excitement at Christmas.

Easy Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.870541 Composed by James R. Murray. Arranged by Christina Fordham. Christmas,Sacred. Score. 6 pages. Christina Fordham Vera #6075633. Published by Christina Fordham Vera (A0.870541). This is an intermediate solo piano arrangement of the classic Christmas hymn Away in a Manger.  It includes the lyrics for all three verses.  Listeners will be captured by the beautiful, calm simplicity of the first verse, hear the cattle lowing and feel the bustle of the stable in verse two, and be invited to share in the childlike prayer in the last verse.  A captivating and compelling original introduction melody returns between verses and at the end for a complete story.As a professional pianist and piano instructor, I have been arranging solo piano pieces for decades.  This arrangement will be a delight for both young people and adults who crave a professional-sounding, gorgeous rendition of this hymn without having to work up difficult runs or complicated jumps!  I've created this arrangement to help intermediate piano players proudly share their talent with friends and loved ones this holiday season. I hope you enjoy!

Piano Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.816756 Composed by Carl Mueller, James R. Murray, and William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Bryan Kujawa. Christmas. Score. 1 pages. Bryan Kujawa #6079789. Published by Bryan Kujawa (A0.816756). A 2020 arrangement of this holiday classic. This one page piano lead sheet is in the key of G and contains notes and chords. Lyrics have been omitted for a cleaner layout. The harmonies and chords are rich perfect for any background piano music or sing-along.

Composed by GREENSLEEVES, James R. Murray, John Calkin, Mykola Leontovych, Noel Nouvelet, Plainsong, Ukrainian Carol, Adolphe-Charles Adam (1803-1856), George Frideric Handel (1685-1759), Thomas Helmore (1811-1890), Franz Xaver Gruber, English Carol, Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn (1809-1847), and John Francis Wade (1711-1786). Arranged by Amanda Tero. Advent, Christian, Christmas, Holiday, Traditional. Score. 77 pages. Amanda Tero #885918. Published by Amanda Tero

Piano Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1500763 Composed by James R. Murray. Arranged by Wesley S. SIlva. Christmas. Score. 2 pages. Wesley S. Silva #1076842. Published by Wesley S. Silva (A0.1500763). Away in a Manger is a classic Christmas carol that is perfect for beginner musicians. The song features a simple and gentle melody with a steady, slow tempo, making it easy to learn and play. Its repetitive structure allows beginners to quickly pick up the tune and focus on basic musical skills, such as timing and expression. With its calm and soothing nature, Away in a Manger is an excellent choice for anyone looking to perform a beloved, easy-level Christmas song that captures the peaceful spirit of the holiday season.

Piano Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.821292 Composed by Czech Carol, James R. Murray, Polish Carol, and Traditional English. Arranged by Judith L. Maggs. Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Religious,Sacred. Score. 4 pages. Maggs #6057951. Published by Maggs (A0.821292). This medley of carols includes Infant Holy, Infant Lowly, Away in a Manger, The Coventry Carol, and Rock-a Bye My Dear Little Boy. It's flows gently and is quite accessible for the pianist. It is approximately 3 1/4 minutes in length.

Composed by James R. Murray. Arranged by Amanda Tero. 163, Christian, Christmas, Holiday, Jazz. Score. 6 pages. Amanda Tero #710779. Published by Amanda Tero

Composed by James R Murray. Arranged by Amanda Tero. Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Sa cred. Score. 8 pages. Amanda Tero #897472. Published by Amanda Tero

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1131634 Composed by James R. Murray and William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Rick Barham. Christmas. Score. 2 pages. Rick Barham #731856. Published by Rick Barham (A0.1131634). This arrangement of 'Away in a Manger' incorporates the two most well know versions of this beloved carol into a medley suitable for all holiday gatherings.

Piano Solo - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.896198 Composed by James R. Murray. Arranged by Gearoid O Broin. Christian,Christmas,Sacred. Score. 1 pages. Gearoid O Broin #3225165. Published by Gearoid O Broin (A0.896198). Away in a Manger easy piano arrangement.2017 Holiday Contest Entry