SKU: A0.805526

For advanced string orchestra, brass and timpani (optional). Chorus from the second part, scene 4, of The Messiah Oratorio. Key, length and string parts are original and can be performed with choir. Other adaptations available: strings and woodwinds (+ timpani), strings (+ timpani), full advanced children symphony orchestra.

SKU: LX.15-3804H

ISBN 9780787772062.

With its sweet melodies, sensitive accompaniment, and optional flute obbligato, Victor Johnson's setting of this traditional Spanish lullaby is sure to charm choirs and audiences alike. In addition to the original Spanish, two sets of English lyrics--one for general use and the other for Christmas--offer flexible performance options. A pronunciation guide for the Spanish text is also included.

SKU: A0.805527

For advanced children symphony orchestra. Chorus from the second part, scene 4, of The Messiah Oratorio. Key, length and string parts are original and can be performed with choir. Included in this set: full score, parts, strings (+ timpani) score, woodwinds (+ timpani) score, brass (+ timpani) score. Other adaptations available: strings and woodwinds (+ timpani), strings (+ timpani), strings and brass (+timpani).

SKU: A0.832243

Psalm 138 setting suitable for use in Catholic liturgy and other religious services with a simple refrain and common verse melody, written in a lead sheet format with single line melody, chord symbols and ICEL lyrics.  Easy to learn.  Appropriate for the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time on February 10th.

SKU: A0.1335807

Here is a violin solo with piano accompaniment of the Christmas hymn Hark the Herald Angels Sing. This solo is set for an intermediate student, level 4 or 5. The last measure shifts into 5th position with an optional high A (A6). An alternate note in 1st or 3rd position is included. It begins the key of C Major and then modulates to F Major for the last stanza. This is written specifically for the violinist and includes fingerings and bowings so that the student can self learn if desired. Add this joyful and triumphant arrangement of this Christmas hymn to your repertoire this year.

Horsehair Music brings you music for stringed instruments by people who play stringed instruments. These arrangements will never be adapted and published for other instruments. Play these arrangements with confidence knowing they will work for the violinist.

SKU: A0.1462642

Traditional Scottish tune, arranged by Konrad Harley (1986-), 2024.
Words by Carolina Oliphant, Lady Nairne (1766-1845), 1798.

I'm wearin' awa', Jean,
Like snaw wreaths in thaw, Jean,
I'm wearin' awa'
To the land o' the leal.
There's nae sorrow there, Jean,
There's neither cauld nor care, Jean,
The day is aye fair,
In the land o' the leal.

Ye aye were leal and true, Jean,
Your task's ended noo, Jean,
And I'll welcome you
To the land o' the leal.
Our bonnie bairn's there, Jean,
She was baith gude and fair, Jean,
And O we grudged her sair
To the land o' the leal.

Then dry that tearful e'e, Jean,
My soul langs to be free, Jean,
And angels wait on me
To the land o' the leal.
Now fare ye weel, my ain, Jean,
This warld's care is vain, Jean,
We'll meet and aye be fain
In the land o' the leal.

SKU: A0.776016

This setting for Christmas represents the cold of a Northern winter (the cruel wind blows) although of course the actual events took place in rather warmer climes. It also reflects much of the liturgical and popular symbolism of the Christmas season: robins, holly etc and it brings our thoughts towards the season of Easter with the blood of Good Friday. A robin brought some holly all covered with snow. The cruel wind blows. From each little berry fell drops of blood, Which covered the earth where the Virgin once stood. The cruel wind blows. Dark was the sky when Angels came to stay, They brought old lanterns to lead the way. The cruel wind blows. Candles brightly shine for all to see, They glow tonight through the ageing year. Tender are the lilies as soft as her gown And white are the ringlets that fall to the ground. Mary with her child upon this Winter night, She walked through the darkness with yellow candle light. North winds blow across the fields, But only one child continues to dream. The cruel wind blows The cruel wind blows. ©Tom Clarke Buying this file gives the right to print six copies of the music score.

SKU: A0.1125813

Another arrangement that had its genesis as a vocal chart for Five By Design. However, this piece went on to be performed in our holiday show, “A Winter’s Evening.� I have always loved the Gustav Holst melody to Christina Rossetti’s poem, subsequently it was that setting that I chose to arrange for our group. When I was selecting pieces for my second collection of Christmas Preludes, I knew this would be among them. The piece starts out quite gently, and in my mind’s ear I hear a cello and oboe establishing a mood of utter serenity and calm as the snow gently falls outside the frost-covered window. Soon the oboe is joined by a clarinet as they play a duet while the cello continues the gentle sway of eighth notes. For the pianist, there must be great control of the left hand to keep it as calm as possible while the melody floats above, just as the snow falls to the earth. As the second verse begins, the right hand now plays a triplet pattern beneath the melody. It is a gentle breeze, stirred by the wings of angels and cherubim, upon which the crystalline flakes swirl and dance in the cold night air. All the while the left hand continues its steady motion of eighth notes. Halfway through the triplet pattern moves to the left hand and the right hand takes up the eighth notes while still keeping the melody above all. The verse comes to a close with a slowing of the tempo to emphasize the importance of what the poet states in the last lines of the poem: “Yet what I can I give Him, — Give my heart.� It is all that any of us can do, and all that we are asked to do.

SKU: H1.8574DP

Featuring original music interspersed with familiar carols, this is a thirty-minute musical for SATB choir that re-tells the Christmas story from the vantage point of angels - from Gabriel's first appearance to Zacharias, to the glorious scene of angels filling the heavens singing Gloria in excelsis Deo! The range of musical styles reflects the various moods of the angels' scenes, making this a colorful musical tapestry of angel portraits. The program ends on a high note with the congregation joining to sing Angels We Have Heard on High, and Hark! the Herald Angels Sing. At thirty-minutes, this work will fit well into a worship service or special program. Accompaniment can be provided by piano, chamber orchestra or CD Track.

SKU: H1.8571DP

Featuring original music interspersed with familiar carols, this is a thirty-minute musical for SATB choir that re-tells the Christmas story from the vantage point of angels - from Gabriel's first appearance to Zacharias, to the glorious scene of angels filling the heavens singing Gloria in excelsis Deo! The range of musical styles reflects the various moods of the angels' scenes, making this a colorful musical tapestry of angel portraits.
The program ends on a high note with the congregation joining to sing Angels We Have Heard on High, and Hark! the Herald Angels Sing. At thirty-minutes, this work will fit well into a worship service or special program. Accompaniment can be provided by piano, chamber orchestra or CD Track.

SKU: H1.8576DP

Featuring original music interspersed with familiar carols, this is a thirty-minute musical for SATB choir that re-tells the Christmas story from the vantage point of angels - from Gabriel's first appearance to Zacharias, to the glorious scene of angels filling the heavens singing Gloria in excelsis Deo! The range of musical styles reflects the various moods of the angels' scenes, making this a colorful musical tapestry of angel portraits. The program ends on a high note with the congregation joining to sing Angels We Have Heard on High, and Hark! the Herald Angels Sing. At thirty-minutes, this work will fit well into a worship service or special program. Accompaniment can be provided by piano, chamber orchestra or CD Track.

SKU: A0.1244634

A simple setting to an original text by John van Gulik, this is arranged for 4 part men's choir. Suitable for Christmas concerts

O come to the stable, O come to the Babe
See there in a manger, The Holy One is laid.
O come to the stable, O come to the Babe
A child like no other, A message of love
Singing Gloria in Excelcis, On a cold winter's breeze
Angels guided the shepherds, To fall on their knees
O come to the stable. Whisper softly to find
His mother now resting, Sleeping Saviour of man
The wise men from asia, Being led by a star
A call to come worship, The King of heaven's Son
The prophets of old days, Spoke a message of love
And mercy for all man, The Messiah has come

For additional parts, accompaniment track, or other arrangements, contact me at vangulik.john@gmail.com or visit my website at https://jvgmusiconline.com.