The title of this collection was inspired by the words found in Psalm 150 verse 4: ?Praise Him with stringed instruments?? (KJV). The audio sample features the third hymn in this collection: "Close to Thee"

This collection contains 10 favorite hymns arranged as easy instrumental trios (for two VIOLINS with PIANO accompaniment). From flowing and peaceful to upbeat and festive, these arrangements are a welcome addition to the repertoire for beginning string students. These familiar hymn arrangements are equally enjoyed whether used for recitals, worship services, or to make practicing more interesting.

All notes for both the VIOLIN parts on all songs are playable in the first position making these arrangements an excellent choice for early-intermediate string players. The PIANO accompaniment is written for an intermediate player.

For each song, there is a combined score (grand staff) with all three parts on each page (VIOLIN 1, VIOLIN 2, and PIANO) plus separate 1-staff scores for each VIOLIN part as well as a PIANO only score.

Each song is also available separately with accompanying preview pages and audio samples.

Song titles included in this collection:
Be Thou My Vision
Beautiful Garden of Prayer
Close to Thee
Faith of Our Fathers
Here Is Love
His Eye Is on the Sparrow
I?ve Found a Friend
Must Jesus Bear the Cross Alone
Shall We Gather at the River
Sweet By and By

"Hallelujah" is a song written by Canadian singer LeonardCohen, originally released on his album VariousPositions (1984). Achieving little initial success, the song foundgreater popular acclaim through a recording by John Cale,which inspired a recording by JeffBuckley. It is considered as the "baseline" of secular hymns.

Following its increased popularity after being featured in the film Shrek (2001),many other arrangements have been performed by many and various singers,both in recordings and in concert, with over 300 versions known. The song hasbeen used in film and television soundtracks and televised talent contests."Hallelujah" experienced renewed interest following Cohen's death inNovember 2016.

This popular song is arrangedfor (2 Violins; Piano and Optional Drum Set). It is ideal for schoolconcerts and activities