By Josh Groban Featuring Andy Mckee. By Harry Simeone, Katherine K. Davis, and Henry Onorati. Arranged by Lisa Nelson. Advent, Christmas, Holiday, Instructional. 13 pages. Lisa Nelson #875966. Published by Lisa Nelson

By Katharine McPhee feat. Chris Botti, Sarah McLachlan, Twila Paris, Barry Manilow, LeAnn Rimes, The Carpenters, Joe Nichols, Little Big Town, Colbie Caillat, Lady Antebellum, and David Archuleta. By Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane. Arranged by Mario Stallbaumer. Christmas, Film/TV, Jazz. Score. 3 pages. Published by Mario Stallbaumer

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1177607

Composed by Keaton Manwaring. A Cappella. Octavo. 6 pages. Keaton Manwaring #777622. Published by Keaton Manwaring (A0.1177607).

Hope is such a powerful thing that can push us through the toughest of times. In this poem, Emily Dickinson calls hope a feathered thing. It perches in the soul and sings without stoping. The singing is at the loudest when things are at their worst. Although hope is the central theme to the poem, the harsh conditions that are described in the poem was the driving force while writing the music. Creating a sound for the chillest day and the storm that could not abash the little bird was what really inspired me to write this piece.

Something that stood out for me, was the use of dashes that breaks up the poem. I used rests to create these breaks. These rests are very deliberate to show these pauses of contemplation, almost struggling for the right words to describe a complex subject such as hope. At first the rests felt like a hindrance, where it felt natural for the music to flow, but now I cannot imagine the piece without it.

2 Picc solo. 3 Fl. (4th Fl). Afl. Bfl. (Cafl). (Cbfl). DblCbFl. - Intermediate-Advanced - Digital Download

SKU: F2.FM607

Composed by Henri Kling. Arranged by Robert Rainford. Arranged for 2 solo piccolos and flute ensemble. Score and parts. 44 pages. Forton Music - Digital #FM607. Published by Forton Music - Digital (F2.FM607).

ISBN 9790570485062.

This piece is a light hearted dance like composition that features a solo pair of piccolos. After some introductory fanfares and 'horn call' passages, the two soloists enter with a bird song like cadenza passage featuring calls and responses between them. This then leads into the main section of the piece, a jovial polka with the two soloists in rhythmic unison on top of the texture. Various bird-song features are included, simple repeating melodies in thirds, rapid repeated articulations of the same note, and flowing arpeggios. A great piece to feature the piccolo!

Choral Choir (SSAA) - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.720301

By The Mamas And The Papas. By Fabian Andree and Wilbur Schwandt. Arranged by Julie Gaulke. A Cappella,Jazz,Standards. Octavo. 3 pages. Julie Gaulke #4737709. Published by Julie Gaulke (A0.720301).

An original arrangement of the classic Dream A Little Dream Of Me arranged for a cappella SSAA quartet by Julie Gaulke. This version features the low alto on lead melody. See full score demo here: https://youtu.be/fbOz4CjU-bo

LEARNING TRACKS AVAILABLE FOR THIS SCORE HERE: https://www.juliegaulketracks.com/store/p178/dreamalittledream_inD.html

For more arrangements by Julie Gaulke, please visit Pianomom's Sheet Music: http://pianomomsheetmusic.com

Jazz Ensemble Jazz Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1126026

By Freddie Hubbard. By Freddie Hubbard. Arranged by John Hoesly. Jazz,Latin,Rock. Score and Parts. 67 pages. PRS&B #726743. Published by PRS&B (A0.1126026).

LITTLE SUNFLOWER- for Big Band/Jazz Ensemble with Flugelhorn Feature. Written by Freddie Hubbard in 1966. Owing to its adaptability, Little Sunflower has been arranged as a Ballad, Latin, Rock and Swing tune. Here it is presented in a Latin/Rock setting featuring Flugelhorn (2nd Trumpet) along with a solo for Tenor Sax. The melody is introduced with a polychord treatment in the muted brass, answered by the solo Flugelhorn. It climaxes in a full band tutti and ends using the polychord device. Great extended feature for your soloing Flugelhorn player. 5-4-4-4 with opt. vibes. Lead Tpt. up to C6. Intermediate level.

Acoustic Guitar,Alto Recorder,Bass Recorder,Soprano Recorder,Tenor Recorder,Voice - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1296094

Composed by Music: Lewis Redner (1868), Lyrics: Phillips Brooks (1868. Arranged by Cody Sibley. Christian,Christmas,Holiday. 7 pages. Drachen Music #883655. Published by Drachen Music (A0.1296094).

Celebrate the holidays with this traditional public-domain Christmas carol. This performance quality arrangement FEATURES full SATB RECORDER SCORE, INDIVIDUAL SATB PARTS, and a LEAD SHEET with MELODY, LYRICS, and GUITAR CHORDS! 

The title of this arrangement is: O Little Town of Bethlehem

This arrangement of this traditional Christmas carol is also available in the following collections:

A Recorder Christmas Sing-A-Long, an incredible collection of 60 traditional public domain Christmas songs in performance quality arrangements FEATURING full SATB RECORDER SCORES, INDIVIDUAL SATB RECORDER PARTS, and LEAD SHEETS with MELODY, LYRICS, and GUITAR CHORDS!

A Very Recorder Christmas, an incredible collection of 60 traditional public domain Christmas songs in performance quality arrangement FEATURING full SATB RECORDER SCORES and INDIVIDUAL SATB RECORDER PARTS!

Let's Sing Christmas Songs!, an incredible collection of 60 traditional public domain Christmas songs in easy-to-use LEAD SHEETS. Each carol's LEAD SHEET features the MELODY LINE, LYRICS, and GUITAR CHORDS!

Acoustic Guitar,Alto Recorder,Bass Recorder,Soprano Recorder,Tenor Recorder,Voice - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1296091

Composed by Music: Johann Abraham Peter Schulz (1794), Lyrics: Christoph von Schmidt (1798. Arranged by Cody Sibley. Christian,Christmas,Holiday. 7 pages. Drachen Music #883648. Published by Drachen Music (A0.1296091).

Celebrate the holidays with this traditional public-domain Christmas carol. This performance quality arrangement FEATURES full SATB RECORDER SCORE, INDIVIDUAL SATB PARTS, and a LEAD SHEET with MELODY, LYRICS, and GUITAR CHORDS! 

The title of this arrangement is: O Come, Little Children

This arrangement of this traditional Christmas carol is also available in the following collections:

A Recorder Christmas Sing-A-Long, an incredible collection of 60 traditional public domain Christmas songs in performance quality arrangements FEATURING full SATB RECORDER SCORES, INDIVIDUAL SATB RECORDER PARTS, and LEAD SHEETS with MELODY, LYRICS, and GUITAR CHORDS!

A Very Recorder Christmas, an incredible collection of 60 traditional public domain Christmas songs in performance quality arrangement FEATURING full SATB RECORDER SCORES and INDIVIDUAL SATB RECORDER PARTS!

Let's Sing Christmas Songs!, an incredible collection of 60 traditional public domain Christmas songs in easy-to-use LEAD SHEETS. Each carol's LEAD SHEET features the MELODY LINE, LYRICS, and GUITAR CHORDS!

Solo Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1316387

By The Candlelight Guitarist. By Phillips Brooks and Lewis Redner. Arranged by Bradley Powell. Christmas,Classical,Holiday,Religious,Traditional. Individual part. 3 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #904931. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.1316387).

This arrangement of O Little Town of Bethlehem is excerpt from Christmas Suite 1225 (Part 1) - a new album by The Candlelight Guitarist (aka Bradley Powell). It's fingerstyle classical guitar, a fresh chordal interpretation, moving bass, internal lines, and other distinctive stylistic features. O Little Town of Bethlehem performance can be seen in the Candlelight Guitarist YouTube video of Christmas Suite 1225 (Part 1) beginning at 1:59. (The entire Christmas Suite 1225 is also available for purchase as one sheet music file, including 14 traditional carols and one original.)

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, providing music for Disney Princesses (Belle, Tiana, Jasmine, Rapunzel, Mulan, Aurora, Ariel, Pocahontas, and Cinderella).

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..

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1398210

By Jane Taylor. By Tune by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by John Scott. Children. Score. 1 pages. John Scott #981317. Published by John Scott (A0.1398210).

This piano arrangement of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star features a soft and gentle atmosphere... gentle enough to calm those energetic little ones and put them to sleep (lullaby). The sweet effect has been heightened through the adaptation of the melody, as well as the harmonising parts, and the introduction of a short interlude in the middle of  the piece as a bridge between the first and second verse.

The piece is appropriate for intermediate pianists who are starting to learn four-part scores. It is perfect for practising the skill of playing different rythms at the same time. It starts in a simple way with only two simple parts and then it introduces more parts one by one, until four parts are featured. It has also been set to the simple key of C-Major for a less confusing practice session.

And of course... the little kids won't be able to help themselves when you play them their favourite song...they will sing along...doesn't get any sweeter...

Choral Choir,Choral,SATB Chorus - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1506231

By Katharine McPhee feat. Chris Botti. By Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane. Arranged by Ed Trimis. A Cappella,Christmas,Contemporary,Holiday,Jazz. 8 pages. Trimis Music #1081607. Published by Trimis Music (A0.1506231).

This accessible new a cappella SATB arrangement of the seasonal favorite is written in the spirit of the iconic vocal jazz group, the Singers Unlimited. Opportunities to feature several solists, an optional piano part, and a nice mix of unison and strong 4-part writing make this a must for any holiday program.

Instrumental Duet Instrumental Duet - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.805319

By Niccolò Trivieri. By Niccolò Trivieri. Arranged by Niccolò Trivieri. Contemporary,New Age,Praise & Worship,Sacred,Spiritual. Score and parts. 2 pages. Niccolò Trivieri #412354. Published by Niccolò Trivieri (A0.805319).

Questo è un mio piccolo pezzo per due chitarre: Piume d'Angelo. This is my little piece for two guitars: Angel Feathers.

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

SKU: A0.566772

By Colbie Caillat. By Hugh Martin and Ralph Blane. Arranged by Kate Agioritis. Christmas,Contemporary,Holiday. Score and parts. 17 pages. Musika Publishing Australia #3242519. Published by Musika Publishing Australia (A0.566772).

Well-known and much loved Christmas song Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas was featured in the 1944 film Meet Me In St Louis, as well as being popularized by countless performers including Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby. This arrangement for String Quartet (including violin 3 substitute for viola part) by Kate Agioritis, features a traditional opening, followed by an easy swing interpretation of the festive favourite. Add some light and shade to your festive repertoire with this stirring arrangement, and have yourself a Merry (little) Christmas!

Hear the full arrangement on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RtuafnF_VoY

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