Composed by James James. Arranged by Keith Terrett. 20th Century, World, European, Patriotic. Score, Set of Parts. 9 pages. Published by Music for all Occasions

Marimba, Solo Marimba 4.3 octave - Intermediate - Digital Download Arranged by James Theobald. Christian, Spiritual, Sacred, General Worship, Funeral. Solo Part. 3 pages. Published by James R Theobald

String Trio Cello,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.763316 Composed by James L Pierpont, James R Murray, and John W Work Jnr. Arranged by Nigel Williams. Christmas,Folk,Instructional. 12 pages. Nigel Williams #4756289. Published by Nigel Williams (A0.763316). Three iconic American Christmas carols arranged for two violins and a cello. Each instrument has a melody part which makes this arrangement appealing to performers. The march-like Go Tell It On The Mountain gives way to a gentle lullaby-like Away In A Manger, The cello pizz providing a gentle sense of rocking. The tempo picks up with Jingle Bells, leading to a slightly less predictable, but satisfying, final cadence. The performance duration is close to four and a half minutes and the full score has individual parts attached. Some phrasing has been suggested, but as always, use your discretion. This arrangement is well suited to high school string players and church music groups looking for new repertoire across the Christmas season. .

Composed by James R. Murray and William James Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Mary Jones McGuyer. Contemporary Classical, Christian, General Worship, Christmas, Children's Music. Octavo, Sheet Music Single. 3 pages. Published by Mary Jones McGuyer (S0.276213). - Octavo,Sheet Music Single - Contemporary Classical,Christian,General Worship,Christmas,Children's Music - Mary Jones McGuyer

1 Piano,4 Hands,Piano Duet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.737645 Composed by Afro-American Spritual, Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn, James Pierpont, James R. Murray, and adapt. by William H. Cummings. Arranged by Ian Wei. Christmas. Score. 11 pages. Ian Wei #3859687. Published by Ian Wei (A0.737645). Including three traditional Christmas carols (Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, Away in a Manger, and Go, Tell It on the Mountain) with a hint of Jingle Bells. Arranged for piano duet (1 piano, 4 hands) performance. 2018 Holiday Contest Entry.

Clarinet Duet Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.763527 Composed by John Wesley Work, Jnr. James R Murray. James Lord Pierpont. Arranged by Nigel Williams. Christmas,Folk,Instructional,Standards. 2 scores. 9 pages. Nigel Williams #6015413. Published by Nigel Williams (A0.763527). Three iconic American Christmas carol tunes arranged for two clarinets. Each instrument has an equal share of leading with the melody while the accompanying part provides an attractive counter melodic line. The performance duration is around three and a half minutes and the full score has the two individual parts attached. Ideal for Middle & High School music students looking for new and innovative repertoire across the Christmas season. You might also enjoy browsing my many clarinet and woodwind trio and quartet arrangements, all available on SMP.

Violin Solo - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.932347 Composed by Benjamin Hanby, Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn, Franz Xaver Gruber, James R. Murray, James Ramsey Murray, John Henry Hopkins, Lowell Mason and Isaac Watts, Richard Storrs Willis, Traditional, and William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Sam Araya. Christmas,Praise & Worship,Sacred. 57 pages. Sam's Cello Studio #6614225. Published by Sam's Cello Studio (A0.932347). This collection of 25 Christmas carols is for violin solo, duet, or trio all in first position or open strings only. These arrangements are written to be accessible for violinists at all levels to play alone or with others. All of the melody and duet parts are written so they can be played in first position without any shifting and the open strings parts can be bowed or plucked without the use of the left hand. Some possible ways to enjoy this music: • Play the melody as a solo• Sing the melody while playing the duet part• Sing the melody while playing the open strings part• Play the melody and duet parts as a duet• Play the melody and open strings parts as a duet• Play the melody, duet, and open strings parts as a trio

Flute Duet Flute - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.763468 Composed by J Wesley Work Jnr, James Lord Pierpont, and James R Murray. Arranged by Nigel Williams. Christmas,Concert,Folk,Instructional,Standards. Score. 10 pages. Nigel Williams #5771583. Published by Nigel Williams (A0.763468). Three iconic American Christmas carol tunes arranged for flute duet. Each instrument has an equal share of leading with the melody while the accompanying part provides an attractive counter melodic line. The performance duration is around three and a half minutes and the full score has the two individual parts attached. Ideal for Middle High School music students looking for new and innovative repertoire across the Christmas season. Enjoy browsing my many solo, duet, trio and quartet arrangements, all available on SMP.

Arranged by James Theobald. Christian, Sacred, Praise and Worship, General Worship, Funeral. Solo Part. 3 pages. Published by James R Theobald

Cello Solo - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.932343 Composed by Benjamin Hanby, Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn, Franz Xaver Gruber, James R. Murray, James Ramsey Murray, John Henry Hopkins, Lowell Mason and Isaac Watts, Richard Storrs Willis, Traditional, and William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Sam Araya. Christmas,Spiritual,Standards. Individual part. 51 pages. Sam's Cello Studio #6606159. Published by Sam's Cello Studio (A0.932343). This collection of 25 Christmas carols is for cello solo, duet, or trio all in first position or open strings only.  These arrangements are written to be accessible for cellists at all levels to play alone or with others. All of the melody and duet parts are written so they can be played in first position without any shifting and the open strings parts can be bowed or plucked without the use of the left hand. Some possible ways to enjoy this music: • Play the melody as a solo• Sing the melody while playing the duet part• Sing the melody while playing the open strings part• Play the melody and duet parts as a duet• Play the melody and open strings parts as a duet• Play the melody, duet, and open strings parts as a trio

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.729524 Composed by James R, Murray, and William J. Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Delores M. Landsverk, James F. Rickley. Christian,Christmas,Sacred. Octavo. 5 pages. WayWordBound #4894389. Published by WayWordBound (A0.729524). Setting of Cradle Song Hymn with Away In A Manger, for SATB with Descant and Piano.

Solo Marimba 4.3 octave - Intermediate - Digital Download Arranged by James Theobald. Christian, Spiritual, Sacred, Wedding, Funeral. Solo Part. 3 pages. Published by James R Theobald

"Solo Marimba" 4.3 octave - Intermediate - Digital Download Arranged by James Theobald. Christian, Spiritual, Sacred, Praise and Worship, Funeral. Solo Part. 3 pages. Published by James R Theobald

Marimba, Solo Marimba 4.3 octave - Digital Download Arranged by James Theobald. Christian, Sacred, General Worship, Wedding, Funeral. Solo Part. 3 pages. Published by James R Theobald

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1499389 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #1075440. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1499389). Jolly Old St. Nicholas is a significant Christmas song rooted in a poem by Emily Huntington Miller, published in December 1865 as Lilly's Secret in The Little Corporal Magazine. The song's lyrics, now widely recognized, closely resemble Miller's original poem. However, some attributions have also been made to Benjamin Hanby, who wrote a similar song in the 1860s, and John Piersol McCaskey, who claimed authorship in 1867.Historical ContextThe music for Jolly Old St. Nicholas is generally credited to James R. Murray, first published in 1874. The song has since become a staple of Christmas music, with numerous recordings by various artists, including Ray Smith, Chet Atkins, and Alvin and the Chipmunks. Themes and LyricsThe song features a child speaking to Santa Claus, eagerly anticipating Christmas and sharing gift wishes. This interaction reflects the broader themes of childhood innocence and the joy of giving, which are central to Christmas. The lyrics highlight a sense of wonder and excitement as the child asks Santa to choose gifts for them, emphasizing trust in Santa's judgment. Cultural ImpactJolly Old St. Nicholas has become a beloved Christmas classic, often performed in various musical styles, including jazz and pop. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to resonate with children and adults, encapsulating the spirit of Christmas and the joy of anticipation accompanying the holiday season. Overall, the song serves not only as a festive tune but also as a cultural artifact that reflects the evolution of the Santa Claus figure from St. Nicholas, a historical Christian bishop known for his generosity, to the modern-day Santa Claus celebrated in various traditions worldwide.