This instrumental trio (for VIOLIN and CELLO with PIANO accompaniment) arrangement of the beloved Christmas tune VENI EMMANUEL flows gently throughout creating a nostalgic mood making it ideal for use during the reflective portion of a worship service or holiday program such as a prelude or offertory. The melody subtly weaves between the VIOLIN and CELLO parts throughout (two verses) while the PIANO maintains a steady rhythmic accompaniment.

The range for each part is as follows: VIOLIN ~ D4 to B5; CELLO ~ D3 to D4. For both the violin and cello, all notes are playable in the first position making this piece an excellent choice for early intermediate string players.

The purchase price includes these printing options:
1. a grand staff (6 pages) with all parts on each page
2. separate scores for the VIOLIN and CELLO (2 pages each) and PIANO (4 pages)
3. a combined VIOLIN and CELLO score (3 pages)

This beautiful Christmas folk melody by John Jacob Niles is arranged as an instrumental trio (for VIOLIN and CELLO with PIANO accompaniment). The beautiful, lyrical style of this instrumental piece creates a mellow, curious atmosphere and is an ideal selection for any church setting.

Both the CELLO and VIOLIN get to lead with the melody at times making it enjoyable and equally challenging for both players while adding variety for the listeners. For the first verse, the VIOLIN carries the melody and the CELLO plays melody for the second verse. For the final (third) verse, the two parts alternate playing the melody as a solo followed by playing as a duet for the concluding phrases. The audio sample begins at the pickup to measure 7 after the PIANO introduction.

Ranges for the string instruments are as follows: VIOLIN ~ E4 to B5; CELLO ~ G2 to C4 (middle C). For both the VIOLIN and CELLO, all notes are playable in the first position. With the limited range and technical difficulty, this arrangement is an excellent choice for early-intermediate string players.

The purchase price includes these printing options:
1. a grand staff (8 pages) with all parts on each page
2. separate scores for the CELLO and VIOLIN (2 pages each) and PIANO (4 pages)
3. a combined CELLO and VIOLIN score (3 pages)

This trio arrangement (for VIOLIN and CELLO duet with PIANO accompaniment) of the well-known hymn tune NETTLETON is a delightful piece for recitals and worship services. The CELLO and VIOLIN begin the first verse by alternately playing solo. Then the two instruments conclude the first verse by playing 2-part harmony. The second verse builds in intensity with 2-part harmony before returning to a more calming mood for the finale.

All notes for both the VIOLIN and CELLO are playable in the first position making this arrangement an excellent choice for early-intermediate string players. The PIANO accompaniment is written for an intermediate player. The purchase price includes a 6-page combined score (grand staff) with all three parts on each page (VIOLIN, CELLO, and PIANO) plus separate 1-staff scores for the VIOLIN and CELLO (1 page each) and also a PIANO only score (3 pages).

This arrangement is one of the 10 songs in the collection "Praise Him with Stringed Instruments, Book 1 (Collection of 10 Hymns for Violin, Cello, and Piano)."

EASTER CELEBRATION MEDLEY is an arrangement by Gary Lanier for Violin, Cello and Piano of two of our most cherished hymns plus a segment of Handel?s Hallelujah Chorus.

It begins with CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS followed by CHRIST AROSE (Low in the grave He lay) then, enters George Frederick Handel sharing a portion of his HALLELUJAH CHORUS. After all this celebration the reprise begins with CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS with a few Hallelujahs here and there. What a great way to celebrate Easter (14 pages).

Also, a mp3 piano accompaniment is available listed as:

EASTER CELEBRATION MEDLEY (Piano accompaniment for Violin, Cello)