SATB choir and organ - Digital Download SKU: OX.9780193536265 Composed by Matthew Owens. Sheet music. Octavo. 7 pages. Oxford University Press Digital #9780193536265. Published by Oxford University Press Digital (OX.9780193536265). ISBN 9780193536265.For SATB and organ. A setting of the popular Easter hymn by G. R. Woodward, This joyful Eastertide is a jubilant anthem celebrating the Resurrection. With driving rhythms, a memorable melody, and effective repetitions, this anthem will be a rousing addition to Eastertide celebrations.

Easy Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.562820 Composed by George R. Woodward, J. Oudaen. Arranged by Samuel Stokes. Children,Christian,Easter,Sacred. Score. 1 pages. SamuelStokesMusic.com #6324445. Published by SamuelStokesMusic.com (A0.562820). This is an arrangement of This Joyful Eastertide for easy piano in C major.  Learn more about Samuel Stokes at https://www.SamuelStokesMusic.com

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1391205 Composed by John Ross. Christmas,Religious. 2 pages. John Ross #974734. Published by John Ross (A0.1391205). This carol was written for the 1982 Christmas concerts presented by the Albury Singers (the original name of the Murray Concert Choir). The words are by the English priest George Woodward (1848-1934), best known for his words “Ding, dong, merrily on high�. The choir sing in four parts for the verses, coming together for a unison refrain.

Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1391080 Composed by John Ross. Christmas,Religious. 2 pages. John Ross #974612. Published by John Ross (A0.1391080). This carol was written for the 1982 Christmas concerts presented by the Albury Singers (the original name of the Murray Concert Choir).The words are by the English priest George Woodward (1848-1934), best known for his words “Ding, dong, merrily on high�. The choir sing in four parts for the verses, coming together for a unison refrain.

Violin Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1257813 By Joy Woodward. By Joy Woodward. 21st Century,Classical,Contemporary. 1 pages. Joy Woodward #851048. Published by Joy Woodward (A0.1257813). This is my first piece for violin solo. Hope you enjoy.

Viola Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1242402 Composed by Joy Woodward. Classical,Singer/Songwriter. Individual part. 1 pages. Joy Woodward #837638. Published by Joy Woodward (A0.1242402). Thank you for listening to this short viola piece. This was crafted on the Maestro android app (for music composition) on May 31st, 2023.Accompanying it is an mp3 recording of how the music sounds with Maestro's violin synthesizer.What I tried to achieve was something in the realm of sadness or longing, which then became the toils of a geisha, or some storyline from the orient. I hope you enjoy.

Instrumental Duet,Piano Instrumental Duet,Piano,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1249346 By Joy Woodward. By Joy Woodward. Classical,Contemporary,Romantic Period. 2 pages. Joy Woodward #843789. Published by Joy Woodward (A0.1249346). When you open your heart, anything is possible. And with that comes hope.Thank you for listening to this short violin and piano piece. It is a simple arrangement as I didn't want to complicate the harmonious nature of the dialogue by muddying the lines of communication.This is a short duet for violin and piano by Joy Woodward, a Canadian musician from Toronto, Ontario.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1490683 Composed by French Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #1067489. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1490683). Ding Dong! Merrily on High is a well-loved Christmas carol with a rich history that connects secular and sacred traditions. Here are the key points to know about this festive song:Origins and CompositionMelody: The tune of Ding Dong! Merrily on High derives from a secular French dance song titled Branle de l’Official, published in 1588 by Thoinot Arbeau, a French cleric and composer. The original piece was part of a collection that included dance instructions and melodies from the Renaissance period.Lyrics: The English lyrics were written by George Ratcliffe Woodward in the early 20th century. An Anglican priest, Woodward published the carol in 1924 as part of The Cambridge Carol Book. His text celebrates the joy of Christmas, echoing the angelic announcement of Jesus' birth as described in Luke 2:13-14.Themes and SignificanceJoyful Celebration: The lyrics express a jubilant celebration of the Christmas season, invoking imagery of bells ringing and angels singing. The refrain Gloria, hosannah in excelsis! reflects the joyous proclamation of peace and goodwill associated with the birth of Christ.Cultural Impact: Over the years, Ding Dong! Merrily on High has become a staple in Christmas caroling and church services, appreciated for its lively and dance-like rhythm. Its playful nature makes it a favorite among singers and listeners, contributing to its enduring popularity during the holiday season.Musical CharacteristicsStructure: The carol features a catchy refrain and a structure that invites participation, making it suitable for group singing. The melody's ascending lines mimic the sound of ringing bells, enhancing its festive spirit.Public Domain Status: As of January 1, 2020, the song entered the public domain in the United States, allowing for broader access and use in various musical arrangements and performances.Ding Dong! Merrily on High stands as a joyful reminder of the Christmas story, blending historical melodies with contemporary celebration, making it a cherished part of holiday traditions.

SATB chorus - Digital Download SKU: C7.CGE163 Composed by Traditional French. Arranged by words George Ratcliffe Woodward arr. Mark Burrows Traditional French. Christmas. Sing! Octavo. 16 pages. Chorister's Guild - Digital #CGE163. Published by Chorister's Guild - Digital (C7.CGE163). The joyful, rhythmic feel of this vibrant arrangement of the 16th century French tune features the clever use of ding, dong, merrily motives which are playfully sprinkled through the piece in all parts. A slightly slower, legato middle section provides a unique and interesting contrast. Whether it's performed as an opener, closer, or encore, your singers and audiences will enjoy this fresh setting that joyfully conveys the vitality and anticipation of the season.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.999556 By Sushi. By Keren Woodward, Matt Aitken, Matthew Aitken, Michael Stock, Mike Stock, Pete Waterman, Peter Alan Waterman, Peter Waterman, Sarah Dallin, Siobhan Fahey, and Siobhan Maire Deirdre Fahey. Arranged by Russell Ward. Contemporary. 8 pages. Russell Ward #6047135. Published by Russell Ward (A0.999556). This is the First Movement from my Saxophone Quartet tribute to popular 1980'/90's UK songwriting team Stock, Aitken and Waterman. The work features four of Stock, Aitken and Waterman's best known tunes from their Golden Era in the late 1980's arranged for Saxophone Quartet in the form of a 4 movement work, with elements of Pachelbel's canon underpinning many of the themes throughout. The opening movement here features the Bananarama hit Love in the First Degree Be sure to check out the other movements also available here on my Sheet Music Plus publisher page https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/russell-ward/17598: I: Allegro Moderato - Love in the First Degree II: Scherzo – I Should Be So Lucky III: Adagio – Never Gonna Give You Up IV: Vivace – Together Forever Please email me if you happen to perform this work in it's entirety - I'd love to hear from you. I hope you enjoy performing it as much as I've enjoyed arranging it. Russell Ward rgeward@yahoo.com.au 

Piano Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1458777 Composed by Greg Woodward. 21st Century,Baroque,Contemporary,Jazz,Multicultural,World. Score. 3 pages. Greg Woodward #1037712. Published by Greg Woodward (A0.1458777). Tango for Glenn is a tribute to Glenn Gould, whose particular way of playing Bach on piano was so influential in its day. However, it's very much a joyful romp through a range of styles.The main theme is in 5/4 and it moves through a range of - mostly - irregular time-signatures, but uses a harmonic and melodic vocabluary strongly influenced by Bach, with lashings of some more jazzy language. There is a brief (two beat long) quote of Paul McCartney's song Blackbird used as thematic material in the second episode, the guitar part of which was also based on a piece by Bach. This would make a fun concert or encore piece.Thanks to wonderful local pianist Karen Smithies for the performance.Visit my YouTube page for more performances, arrangements and compositions.

Saxophone Quartet,Woodwind Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1458779 Composed by Greg Woodward. 21st Century,Baroque,Celtic,Classical,Irish,Jazz. 14 pages. Greg Woodward #1037714. Published by Greg Woodward (A0.1458779). Tango for Glenn is a tribute to Glenn Gould, whose particular way of playing Bach on piano was so influential in its day. However, it's very much a joyful romp through a range of styles. (The original piece was for piano; this arrangement was made for the local Xyris Saxophone quartet, whose excellent performance is linked below. The original piano piece is also available for sale at Sheet Music Plus).The main theme is in 5/4 and it moves through a range of - mostly - irregular time-signatures, but uses a harmonic and melodic vocabluary strongly influenced by Bach, with lashings of some more jazzy language. There is a brief (two beat long) quote of Paul McCartney's song Blackbird used as thematic material in the second episode, the guitar part of which was also based on a piece by Bach.This would make a fun concert or encore piece.Visit my YouTube page for more performances, arrangements and compositions.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1460359 Composed by Greg Woodward. 21st Century,Chamber,Classical. 54 pages. Greg Woodward #1039292. Published by Greg Woodward (A0.1460359). My third string quartet is a playful and melodic work, encompassing a wide range of styles and moods with a high degree of thematic unity. The joyful, dance-like character of the opening eventually disintegrates into a moment of sorrow, before a pensive, introspective section with elements of Herrmann and Shostakovich. A grand crescendo leads to a huge A major chord (a reference to the Beatles' A Day In The Life) that gradually becomes more dissonant as it progresses underneath a constant high A pedal point in the first violin. A chant-like section featuring open fifths follows, before a driving, angular section in 5/4. This recurs a few times interspersed with some musical episodes before ushering in a majestic transformation of the earlier chant-like section. After this runs its course and dies out, a final section revisits the dance-like energy of the first section which borrows thematic material from all through the piece before speeding into a final jazzy major sixth pizzacato chord.This would make a good concert piece.Visit my YouTube page for more performances, arrangements and compositions.