ISBN 9781513469041. 8.75x11.75 inches.

Composer/arranger Owen Middleton delivers the goods in these intermediate-level, idiomatic arrangements of 21 traditional hymns and patriotic songs for solo classic guitar. The book includes optional parts for cello and flute in supporting and lead roles. Written in standard notation only, a few tunes feature altered tunings. Light left-hand fingering is provided for the more challenging passages as well as access to online audio for each piece.Middletons years of experience as a choral singer and composer for the guitar and piano shine through in these tasteful settings; his awareness of voice-leading concepts, inner parts, and basslines often gives these time-honored melodies a modern twist.

This lovely Christmas carol is an easily learned arrangement forthe pianist who wants to have a more flowing style of music to accompany groupsinging. To that end, the melody is retained, as well as the traditional timingto help singers even if a song leader is not present. It is also suitable for churchpreludes or offertories.

Thissong is also available in a collection of ten others in ?Classic ChristmasCarols? Book 2.

Lyrics are included as well as chords for guitar.Early intermediate to intermediate level.