String Ensemble,String Trio - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1004149

Composed by Matthew Scott Phillips. 20th Century,Contemporary. Score and parts. 13 pages. Matthew Scott Phillips #3510885. Published by Matthew Scott Phillips (A0.1004149).

Throughout the centuries, sundials (a flat plate that marks the time of the day by the shadow of a gnomon which is cast onto it) have been used by civilizations to tell time. Unlike modern clocks and digital watches, in which every single second has its own momentary significance, telling time by sundial is more evolutionary. The seconds, and hours, melt into one another. It is perhaps for this reason that sundials have often been conceived not only as practical time pieces, but as works of art, metaphors, and creations that are inherent expressions of the personality of their creators. Etched in many sundials across the world, in Latin, English, German, and other languages are often found mottoes that reflect the thoughts of the sundial's creator. These mottoes can be fatalistic, humorous, transient, morbid, or serene, and almost always involve the subjects of time, the passing of the hours, life and its brevity, or metaphors involving shadows. Many times these mottoes feature some witticism, such as I only count the sunny hours (since a shadow must be present for a sundial to function). Other times, they can be revealingly existential (We are but shadow), and other times offer advice (Use the hours, don't count them).

It is these statements of philosophy, etched in sundials throughout the centuries, that most interests me. I am currently composing a set of movements for piano trio (Piano, Violin, Cello) dedicated to the mottoes found on sundials, and their significance to me. The first movement, subtitled Tempus Edax Rerum (Time devours things) is expansive and attempts a feeling of eternity, into which all seemingly fast moving workings of human beings are inevitably subsumed. For the second movement I am considering the phrase Pereunt et Imputantur (They pass and are counted referring to the hours of the day), and its implication of the way in which time can slip away, whether we observe it or not.

Piano Trio,String Ensemble - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1004151

Composed by Matthew Scott Phillips. 20th Century,Contemporary. Score and parts. 9 pages. Matthew Scott Phillips #3510887. Published by Matthew Scott Phillips (A0.1004151).

Throughout the centuries, sundials (a flat plate that marks the time of the day by the shadow of a gnomon which is cast onto it) have been used by civilizations to tell time. Unlike modern clocks and digital watches, in which every single second has its own momentary significance, telling time by sundial is more evolutionary. The seconds, and hours, melt into one another. It is perhaps for this reason that sundials have often been conceived not only as practical time pieces, but as works of art, metaphors, and creations that are inherent expressions of the personality of their creators. Etched in many sundials across the world, in Latin, English, German, and other languages are often found mottoes that reflect the thoughts of the sundial's creator. These mottoes can be fatalistic, humorous, transient, morbid, or serene, and almost always involve the subjects of time, the passing of the hours, life and its brevity, or metaphors involving shadows. Many times these mottoes feature some witticism, such as I only count the sunny hours (since a shadow must be present for a sundial to function). Other times, they can be revealingly existential (We are but shadow), and other times offer advice (Use the hours, don't count them).

It is these statements of philosophy, etched in sundials throughout the centuries, that most interests me. I am currently composing a set of movements for piano trio (Piano, Violin, Cello) dedicated to the mottoes found on sundials, and their significance to me. The first movement, subtitled Tempus Edax Rerum (Time devours things) is expansive and attempts a feeling of eternity, into which all seemingly fast moving workings of human beings are inevitably subsumed. For the second movement I am considering the phrase Pereunt et Imputantur (They pass and are counted referring to the hours of the day), and its implication of the way in which time can slip away, whether we observe it or not.

Piano Trio,String Ensemble - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1004148

Composed by Matthew Scott Phillips. 20th Century,Contemporary. Score and parts. 16 pages. Matthew Scott Phillips #3510879. Published by Matthew Scott Phillips (A0.1004148).

Throughout the centuries, sundials (a flat plate that marks the time of the day by the shadow of a gnomon which is cast onto it) have been used by civilizations to tell time. Unlike modern clocks and digital watches, in which every single second has its own momentary significance, telling time by sundial is more evolutionary. The seconds, and hours, melt into one another. It is perhaps for this reason that sundials have often been conceived not only as practical time pieces, but as works of art, metaphors, and creations that are inherent expressions of the personality of their creators. Etched in many sundials across the world, in Latin, English, German, and other languages are often found mottoes that reflect the thoughts of the sundial's creator. These mottoes can be fatalistic, humorous, transient, morbid, or serene, and almost always involve the subjects of time, the passing of the hours, life and its brevity, or metaphors involving shadows. Many times these mottoes feature some witticism, such as I only count the sunny hours (since a shadow must be present for a sundial to function). Other times, they can be revealingly existential (We are but shadow), and other times offer advice (Use the hours, don't count them).

It is these statements of philosophy, etched in sundials throughout the centuries, that most interests me. I am currently composing a set of movements for piano trio (Piano, Violin, Cello) dedicated to the mottoes found on sundials, and their significance to me. The first movement, subtitled Tempus Edax Rerum (Time devours things) is expansive and attempts a feeling of eternity, into which all seemingly fast moving workings of human beings are inevitably subsumed. For the second movement I am considering the phrase Pereunt et Imputantur (They pass and are counted referring to the hours of the day), and its implication of the way in which time can slip away, whether we observe it or not.

Piano/Vocal/Chords, Piano Accompaniment - Intermediate - Digital Download By We The Kings. Arranged by Mario Stallbaumer. 5 pages. Published by Mario Stallbaumer

Solo Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1316186

By The Candlelight Guitarist. By John Henry Hopkins Jr. Arranged by Bradley Powell. Christmas,Classical,Holiday,Religious,Traditional. Individual part. 4 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #904923. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.1316186).

This arrangement of We Three Kings is an excerpt from Christmas Suite 1225 (Part 1) - a new album by The Candlelight Guitarist (aka Bradley Powell). It features fingerstyle classical guitar, with a fresh chordal interpretation, moving bass and internal lines, and other distinctive stylistic features. We Three Kings can be seen and heard in the Candlelight Guitarist YouTube video of Christmas Suite 1225 (Part 1) beginning at 1:07 (see YouTube timeline).

ABOUT: Brad Powell (aka The Candlelight Guitarist) began guitar at age ten, inspired by The Beatles. At 15, he became a protégé of jazz guitarist Joe Pass, and later studied classical guitar under Vincent Macaluso and at California State University, Northridge under Ronald Purcell, with a master class under Andrés Segovia. Brad was featured performing Gerald Wilson's Sonata for Guitar and Orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl, with the composer conducting. Brad was mentored in composition by David Rose (composer for Little House on the Prairie). Brad has composed music for TV, including Hill Street Blues and The 'A' Team, working with Mike Post. Brad has ten albums as The Candlelight Guitarist. When not making music, Brad is often out hiking with his four dogs. Brad has also played as the solo guitarist for Disney's Princess Breakfast Adventure at Disney's Grand Californian Resort by Disneyland (since its opening week), providing music for the Disney Princesses (Belle, Tiana, Jasmine, Rapunzel, Mulan, Aurora, Ariel, Pocahontas, Cinderella, and their friends and guests).

COMMENTS FROM LONG-ESTABLISHED REVIEWERS (for this and other Candlelight Guitarist recordings)...
Dr. Beth - Amazon.com #1 Hall of Fame reviewer
Brad has a knack for putting together gentle, soothing guitar medleys which provide the perfect background or relaxation soundtrack.

Bill Binkelman - Music Reviewer for Zone Music Reporter and New Age Retailer
The Candleight Guitarist is your tour guide to a land of easy-going, warm, and inviting instrumentals.

Rebecca of Amazon - Amazon.com HALL OF FAME TOP 500 REVIEWER
Bradley Powell's flawless playing allows you to completely relax into sleep or relax into an evening of candlelight and romance. I've fallen into a peaceful sleep while listening to this music and have also spent relaxing afternoons reading while The Candlelight Guitarist wove an intricate tapestry of sounds to nurture my heart. ...  Bradley Powell's music is infused with natural ambience. As rich sounds renew your spirit, you can relax into a deep sigh of the heart. His style is artistic, heart healing and filled with romantic and cultural influences.

Vicki Blizzard (Editor, PaperWorks and Crazy for Cross-Stitch! magazines) in CREATIVITY e-Letter: Music to filter into my dreams. My new favorite to listen to is classical guitar music by Bradley Powell.

Bob McKillop, founder and publisher, MaineFolkMusic.com
Brad Powell is a talented and highly trained California guitarist and composer who calls himself The Candlelight Guitarist, and for good reason. His music is perfect for situations in which candlelight figures prominently. Quiet meditation, romance, intellectual stimulation – the soft, pure tones of his Spanish and classic instrumental style open up your heart and render it more receptive to the spiritual messages that these pursuits engender.

Grady Harp - Amazon HALL OF FAME TOP 100 REVIEWER
music to soothe and calm and enrich the psyche. Would that there were more Brad Powells out there to help us all through these times. The world would be a saner place!.

Choral Baritone Horn TC,Bass Voice,Tenor Voice (TTBB) - Level 3 - Interactive Download

SKU: A0.479576

By We The Kings Feat. Demi Lovato. By Travis Clark. Arranged by Deke Sharon. This edition: Interactive Download. Pop. Octavo. Duration 192. Deke Sharon #eSVMWZiGGsKf3dlNpy8xD. Published by Deke Sharon (A0.479576).

Key: A major.

I am excited to sell my music on Noteflight Marketplace and let ensembles adapt this arrangement for their needs. Please enjoy and perform this with all the passion in your heart!

Guitar - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1234947

By We The Kings Feat. Demi Lovato. By Travis Clark. Arranged by Douglas Becker. 19th Century,20th Century,Folk,Pop,Rock. Guitar Tab. 2 pages. Douglas Becker #830474. Published by Douglas Becker (A0.1234947).

Piano Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.761873

Composed by John Henry Hopkins Jr. Arranged by Louis Landon. Christian,Christmas,New Age,Pop,Rock. Score. 4 pages. Landon Creative, Inc. #3210969. Published by Landon Creative, Inc. (A0.761873).

2017 Holiday Contest Entry

We Three Kings is on Peaceful Solo Piano Christmas 2, Louis Landon's 25th album/CD and 18th solo piano album.

Peaceful Solo Piano Christmas 2 was recorded at The Peace Palace, Sedona, AZ from June 9 -11, 2017 on a Steinway B.  Music mastering: Joe Bongiorno at Piano Haven Studio, Sedona, AZ. All music produced, arranged, & performed by Louis Landon. All original music published by Landon Creative, Inc. BMI

Louis Landon is a composer and Steinway artist. Formerly of New York and currently living in Sedona, Arizona, Louis has dedicated his life to music. His career has taken him around the world playing a variety of styles with some of the most recognized names in the entertainment industry. He toured nationally and internationally, playing classical music for Mikhail Baryshnikov; jazz fusion with The John Payne Band; Latin music with Pucho and his Latin Soul Brothers; pop music with Rupert Pina Colada Song Holmes; and rock & roll with John Hall, opening for Little Feat.

Louis began playing the piano by ear at 4 years old and began lessons at 5. As a teenager, he played guitar and keyboard in bands and went on to study music at Stony Brook University, Boston Conservatory and Berklee College of Music.

For the past 30 years, through his production company, Landon Music Company, Louis has written and produced music for film, video, and commercials. He recorded his first original album, Love Songs & Jazz, in 1994 and has since released 38 Albums/CDs on the LCI Record label. His latest, entitled Provocative Piano, was released on January 29, 2021. He has just finished up yet another solo piano album, Nighttime Piano for Relaxation and Deep Sleep, with a release date of April 23, 2021.

Louis Landon mission:

To create a more compassionate world by writing, recording and performing music that inspires love, peace, joy and gratitude.

Reviews:

While some pianists are virtuosos in their playing and others may not be as technically proficient, but have great emotional content in their music, Louis Landon brings it all together with impeccable style and grace. His work covers diverse compositional terrain, incorporating influences of classical, new age, jazz, pop, and more in a mellifluous spectrum of moods and musical colors.   Michaeldiamondmusic.com

He has a gift for composition that is second to none.   Zone Music Reporter

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Guitar,Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1293500

By Angel City Chorale. By Words & Music: John Henry Hopkins, Jr. Arranged by Lyndell Leatherman. Christian,Christmas,Religious,Sacred. Score. 2 pages. Leatherman Music Services #883986. Published by Leatherman Music Services (A0.1293500).

Welcome to this entry in the Leatherman Library of Hymnody (LLOH).

Features of the series include:

•Intermediate 2-page arrangements suitable as either piano or organ solos.
•Chord symbols included as a service to classical guitarists.
•Lyrics included (and occasionally updated) to facilitate congregational singing or vocal solo.
•Hymn background information included for personal edification or use as printed program notes.
•Optional repeats which allow you to fit into the allotted time available in a service.
•An introduction and/or tag in many cases, often incorporating a classical excerpt or related hymn fragment.

This is more accurately categorized as an Epiphany carol. However, Sheet Music Plus doesn't provide that option, so I'm mentioning it here. :-)

If you like this format, you may be interested in a published volume of 75 similar arrangements: BEST-LOVED HYMNS I  (© FJH Music, distributed by Alfred Music).

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It has long been my passion and privilege to create customized arrangements for the churches and schools with whom I have been associated. Many were published; some were not. During the 2020 slowdown caused by Covid-19, I finally had the time to start posting the unpublished resources on Sheet Music Plus. If you are curious about what else is available, please navigate to my publisher page here on SMP < https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/leatherman-music-services/16718 >  or slip over to Facebook < https://www.facebook.com/leathermanmusicservices >, where you can see and hear many of my published works. Thanks for your interest!   

God bless!

Lyndell Leatherman, ASCAP.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.505511

Arranged by The Chapel Hill Duo. Christian,Christmas,Folk,Jazz,Sacred. Score and parts. 12 pages. The Chapel Hill Duo #3908977. Published by The Chapel Hill Duo (A0.505511).

The Chapel Hill Duo’s series of Christmas arrangements features traditional carols and popular Christmas themed songs arranged for violin and cello and now also for String Quartet. Unlike most arrangements of traditional carols, the Chapel Hill Duo have used their expertise to develop these carols into unique pieces each with their own artistic merit. Each arrangement is a full-length work, not just 32bars! Many of the arrangements incorporate Jazzy twists and take influences from folk music and pop music as well as utilising exciting virtuosic instrumental techniques.

As full-length arrangements, the Chapel Hill Duo’s Christmas series is perfect for educational purposes such as teaching and workshops and has the potential to be used as part of School concerts, for Christmas parties and as encores in seasonal concerts.

Suitable for intermediate to advanced musicians, these arrangements could be used as a seasonal project for young students or as repertoire for more advanced musicians.

In 2015 the Chapel Hill Duo recorded their own versions of these arrangements, you can buy the album ‘A Traditional Christmas’ at https://chapelhillduo.bandcamp.com/releases and most other online distributors.

Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/a-traditional-christmas/1053382349

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2O8vN7BcTK7hCvpqoaROgS

For more information please visit www.ChapelHillDuo.co.uk.

Or get in touch on Facebook or Youtube at www.Facebook.com/ChapelHillDuo and www.Youtube.com/TheChapelHillDuo

 

 

Guitar - Level 1 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.877943

By Josh Groban Featuring Andy Mckee. By Harry Simeone, Henry Onorati, Katherine K Davis, and Katherine K. Davis. Arranged by Rebecca Bogardus. Contemporary. Guitar Tab. 7 pages. Lillwy Publishing #5799647. Published by Lillwy Publishing (A0.877943).

This Modern Single is part of the First Position Christmas collection. This collection is a guitar teacher's dream! Each selection in the collection includes the melody of a popular Christmas favorite, each carefully edited for the beginning guitarist. Each song has at least two versions - one with TAB and chords included, and one edited for classically trained guitarists, including fingering suggestions. For rhythmically complex songs, a simplified rhythmic version is also included. Special effort has been put into making the selections as accessible as possible to those in their first year of study, and all of the pieces are exclusively in first position with the exception of All I Want for Christmas, which has a few notes at the very end in second position.

There is also a collection of 22 Classic Favorites available both at Sheet Music Plus and www.studiobogardus.com/arrangements. This Modern Single includes a coupon code that can be used on the Classic Favorites collection.

Songs in the complete collection (those with asterisks* are Modern Singles and are NOT included in the Classic Favorites collection):

Up On the Housetop

O Come, All Ye Faithful

Away in a Manger

The Little Drummer Boy*

Good King Wenceslas

Jolly Old St. Nicholas

We Three Kings

We Wish You A Merry Christmas

All I Want for Christmas (Is My Two Front Teeth)*

Angels We Have Heard On High

Blue Christmas*

Feliz Navidad*

Here Comes Santa Claus*

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer*

Silver Bells*

The Chipmunk Song*

Hark the Herald Angels Sing

Jingle Bells

O Christmas Tree

O Holy Night

Let It Snow*

Winter Wonderland*

Deck the Hall

God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen

O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

O Little Town of Bethlehem

Frosty the Snowman*

Home for the Holidays*

Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree*

White Christmas*

It Came Upon the Midnight Clear

Joy to the World

Silent Night

The First Noel

What Child Is This?

Christmas Time*

Coventry Carol

Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas*

 

Baritone Horn TC,Cello,Instrumental Duet - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1395933

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Contest,Festival,Religious,Traditional. 114 pages. Jmsgu3 #979311. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1395933).

The Extended edition features three versions of each song rather than two.
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Veni, Veni, Emmanuel)
Lo, He Comes with Clouds Descending (Helmsley)
Joy to the World (Antioch)
It Came Upon a Midnight Clear (Carol) 
Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming (Es ist ein Ros)
Angels We Have Heard on High (Gloria) 
God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen (God Rest You Merry)
What Child is This? (Greensleeves)
In Sweet Rejoicing (In dulci jubilo)
Hark! the Herald Angels Sing (Mendelssohn) 
Let Them Sing Today (Personet hodie) 
The First Noel 
At the Lamb's High Feast, We Sing (Salzburg)
We Three Kings (Three Kings of Orient)
O Come, All Ye Faithful (Adeste Fidelis)
O Little Town of Bethlehem (St. Louis)
Away in a Manger (Mueller) 
Silent Night (Stille Nacht) 
Auld Lang Syne 
We Wish You a Merry Christmas.

String Ensemble,String Trio Cello,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.697724

Composed by John Henry Hopkins Jr. Arranged by Sandy McIntire. Christmas,Holiday,Instructional,Sacred,Traditional. Score and parts. 17 pages. Sandy McIntire #6527051. Published by Sandy McIntire (A0.697724).

We Three Kings, also known as The Quest of the Magi, was composed by Hopkins in 1857 for a Christmas pageant in New York City featuring three tenors each representing a king and singing a verse. This arrangement by McIntire for an Intermediate String Trio (Violin I and II and Cello) emphasizes the oriental origin of the Magi using modal variations of the tune. Each instrument is featured on a verse. Separate sheet music is provided for each instrument. The second violin part may be played on a viola.
Although appropriate year round, this carol is particularly appropriate for Epiphany or Theophany which commemorates the visit of the Magi to the Christ Child.