String Quintet Cello,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1332847

By Ivan Brand. By William J. Kirkpatrick and James Ramsey Murray. Arranged by Ivan Brand. Christmas,Religious,Sacred. 10 pages. Ivan Brand #919253. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.1332847).

This arrangement for string quintet is a charming presentation of both The Cradle Song and the Meuller Melody. The parts are woven together and flow in a manner that compliments the peaceful and nocturnal setting of this beautiful Christmas carol. This piece is easy to play and is well-suited for many Christian church groups and school ensembles. Alternate parts are included - Cello (for Viola) and Viola (for Violin III).

Brass Quintet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1305017

By Ivan Brand. By Joseph P. Webster. Arranged by Ivan Brand. Christian,Religious,Sacred. 20 pages. Ivan Brand #894447. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.1305017).

This piece begins by developing the typical emotional feeling of peaceful longing consistent with verse 1 of the original lyrics. It then turns celebratory consistent with verse 2 - We shall sing on that beautiful shore!. The piece climaxes with an emphatic refrain and coda which underscore the forthcoming celebration when We shall meet on that beautiful shore. An optional tambourine can be used effectively to add to this celebratory style. The included alternatie instrumentation consisting of Alto Sax (for F Horn), Tenor Sax (for Trombone), and 5-string Bass Guitar (for Tuba) can creat an exciting and unique musical texture.

Brass Ensemble Euphonium,Trombone,Trumpet - Digital Download

SKU: A0.636893

By Ivan Brand. By Traditional. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Sacred,Spiritual,Standards,Traditional. Score and parts. 13 pages. Ivan Brand #245971. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.636893).

This Medley is the second in a series of Spirituals Medleys. In each medley, three or four familiar spirituals are nicely reconfigured and linked together in medley format. In this medley, the spirituals include I Am a Poor Wayfarin' Stranger, There Is a Balm in Gilead, He's Got the Whole World, and Ain't a That Good News. The music progresses from an introspective I Am a Poor Wayfarin' Stranger, to a brighter There Is a Balm in Gilead, and grows to the final two joyful and exuberant spirituals. A tambourine part adds a nice dance-like feel in the joyful sections. Your instrumentalists and audiences will very much enjoy this piece. Additional parts are provided for the alternative instruments - tenor sax (for trombone), and bass guitar (for euphonium). A great alternative configuration for the standard brass quartet consists of 2 trumpets, tenor sax, and bass guitar.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.485344

By Ivan Brand. By Traditional. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Advent,Christmas. 14 pages. Ivan Brand #104211. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.485344).

This arrangement presents this well-known Chrismas or Advent hymn in a new and refreshing style that is so beautifully enabled by a string quartet. The piece begins with an anticipatory style reflective of the lyrics O Come, O Come, Emmanuel.... It then builds to a celebratory style consistent with the refrain's Rejoice! Rejoice!. Then, as the piece closes, it calms again to a warm and introspective style similar to the beginning. This piece is well suited for church and school quartets or larger string ensembles.

Brass Ensemble Euphonium,Trombone,Trumpet - Digital Download

SKU: A0.636943

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Sacred,Spiritual,Standards,Traditional. Score and parts. 13 pages. Ivan Brand #245977. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.636943).

This medley in the third in a series of Spirituals Medleys. In each medley, three or more familiar spirituals are nicely reconfigured and linked together in medley format. In this medley, the spirituals include Steal Away, My Lord What a Morning, and This Train. The music progresses from a thoughtful Steal Away, to a brighter My Lord What a Morning and finally to the exuberant final spiritual. A tambourine adds a dance-like feel to the joyful final section. Your instrumentalists and audiences will very much enjoy this piece. Separate parts are also provided for the alternate instruments - tenor sax (for trombone), and bass guitar (for euphonium). A great alternative configuration for the standard brass quartet consists of two trumpets, tenor sax, and bass guitar.

Brass Quintet Baritone Horn TC,Bass Trombone,Euphonium,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1456396

Composed by Charles Villiers Stanford and F. Pratt Green. Arranged by Ivan Brand. Christian,Religious,Sacred. 5 pages. Ivan Brand #1035474. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.1456396).

A new 8-measure introduction launches this piece in the style of a fanfare. The music first presents this hymn in F major and then modulates to the usual G-Major key in the final verse. A new descant helps build this piece to its joyous conclusion. This arrangement for brass quintet is a great way to present this piece in a Christian worship service setting. If desired, the worhipers can sing along with the instruments (without organ or piano) if the church has the original hymn setting, or melody available, and with a director or song-leader.

String Ensemble,String Quintet Cello,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.683093

Composed by Cesar Auguste Franck. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Classical,Sacred. Score and parts. 14 pages. Ivan Brand #291811. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.683093).

This arrangement takes the original organ and high-voice score and transforms it into a string quintet (or larger string ensemble) with a solo oboe, violin, or voice. This arrangement is faithful to the original score while creating a beautiful texture that underscores the intensely heartfelt message of God's Holiness. This piece is readily playable by many church and community string ensembles.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.485273

Composed by William Kirkpatrick and James Ramsey Murray. Arranged by Ivan R.Brand. Christmas,Sacred. 10 pages. Ivan Brand #104194. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.485273).

This arrangement of Away in a Manger is a charming new presentation of both the Cradle Song and the Meuller melodies in a string setting (with optional glockenspiel). The separate parts are woven together and flow in a manner that compliments the peaceful and noctural setting of this traditional Christmas carol. This piece is easy to play and is sure to become a favorite of both performers and audiences alike. Alternate instrumentation is provided (cello for viola, and bass guitar for cello (bottom staff).

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.485616

Composed by Traditional Spiritual. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Christian,Easter,Sacred,Spiritual,Traditional. 16 pages. Ivan Brand #104380. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.485616).

This string setting is unique in its transformation from its usual hymn-like setting to a graceful and melodically flowing string style. This piece creates a musical progression from the somber Were you there when they crucified my Lord toward a final joyful and emphatic presentation on the thought, Were you there when God raised Him from the dead! This is a beautiful piece for Christian worship gathering, or sacred concert - especially during the Easter/Lenten season.

Brass Ensemble Euphonium,Trombone,Trumpet - Digital Download

SKU: A0.674450

Composed by Traditional (or possibly Harry Dixon Loes - disputed). Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Children,Sacred,Spiritual,Traditional. Score and parts. 21 pages. Ivan Brand #283401. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.674450).

This universal favorite is presented in an exciting new swing style for brass quintet and piccolo flute. This setting is a fun presentation for both instrumentalist and audiences alike. An optional tambourine can be used to add additional spice to this rhythmic piece. Alternative parts are provided for trombone (tenor sax) and 5-string bass guitar (for euphonium). The use of a tenor sax and bass guitar is a great alternative to the standard brass quartet format.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1407209

Composed by William Batchelder Bradbury. Arranged by Ivan Brand. Children,Christian,Religious,Sacred. 9 pages. Ivan Brand #989894. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.1407209).

This popular children's song is presented in a more mature and thoughtful manner using a graceful melodic style over a beautiful harmonic foundation. These musical elements presented by strings, greatly enhance the heartfelt message of Jesus' love for 'me' (us).  This refreshing style brings new excitement to this time-tested song, and is well within the abilities of practically all church and school string quartets. Audiences in Christian worship gatherings, or other performance settings, will appreciate this new style, and the way it expresses the song's well-known message.

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

SKU: A0.488855

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Christmas,Holiday,Sacred,Traditional. 11 pages. Ivan Brand #105505. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.488855).

This traditional Christmas carol is presented in a uniquely fresh setting for string quartet. New harmonies, melodic elements and instrumental technigues embellish this well-known carol. This piece is well-suited for Christian church and school events, and general use.

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Sacred, Traditional. Score and parts. 10 pages. Ivan Brand #176745. Published by Ivan Brand

Brass Ensemble Euphonium,Trombone,Trumpet - Digital Download

SKU: A0.636888

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Sacred,Spiritual,Standards,Traditional. Score and parts. 20 pages. Ivan Brand #245968. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.636888).

This medley is the first in a series of Spiritual Medleys. In each medley, three or more familiar spirituals are nicely reconfigured and linked together in medley format. In this medley, the spirituals include Deep River, Swing Low Sweet Chariot, and Do Lord. The music progresses from a beginning feeling of thoughtful longing in Deep River, and grows continuously to an exuberant final section with Do Lord which celebrates the text I've Got a home in Gloryland! Tambourine and Piccolo (flute) add wonderfully to this joyfuf ending. Your instrumentalists and audiences will very much enjoy this piece. Separate parts are provided for alternate instruments - alto sax (for trombone), and bass guitar (for euphonium). A great alternative configuation for the standard brass quartet consists of 2 trumpets, tenor sax, and bass guitar.

Euphonium,Horn,Trombone,Trumpet - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.650903

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Ivan R. Brand. Easter,Sacred,Standards,Traditional. 11 pages. Ivan Brand #259988. Published by Ivan Brand (A0.650903).

This beautiful setting of Amazing Grace (for brass quintet) progressively builds from an initial feeling of intense inward amazement of God's grace 'that saved a wretch like me' to a final bright declaration of 'when we've been there 10,000 years, bright shining as the sun, there's no less days..' with a crescendoing transition which sounds as though the bright skies have opened for us to look up and see heaven itself. This is an emotional piece that greatly enhances this timeless music and its sacred message. Additional parts are provided for alternate instrumentaton consisting of alto sax (for french horn), tenor sax (for trombone), and bass guitar (for euphonium). A great alternative configuration for the standard brass quintet format could consist of two trumpets, alto sax, tenor sax, and bass guitar.