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ACCORDEON
ALTO
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CITHARE
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CLARINETTE
CLAVECIN
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COR
COR ANGLAIS
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A Child of Song
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Piano & claviers
Piano Facile
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Piano seul
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Piano, Voix
999
Piano, Voix et Guitare
394
Orgue
228
Piano grosses notes
161
Accompagnement Piano
97
Instruments en Do
82
1 Piano, 4 mains
56
Piano Trio: piano, violon, violoncelle
29
2 Pianos, 4 mains
7
Piano Quatuor: piano, violon, alto, violoncelle
5
Piano Quatuor: piano, 2 violons, violoncelle
4
Accordéon
3
Clavier
3
Piano (partie séparée)
3
Instrument seul et Orgue
2
Piano Quintette: piano, 2 violons, alto, violoncelle
1
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Guitares
Guitare notes et tablatures
139
Guitare
72
Ukulele
55
2 Guitares (duo)
25
Ligne De Mélodie, (Paroles) et Accords
20
Paroles et Accords
16
Basse electrique
11
Piano, Guitare (duo)
4
Mandoline
4
Banjo
4
4 Guitares (Quatuor)
3
Guitare (partie séparée)
3
Dulcimer
3
2 Ukuleles
2
Ensemble de guitares
1
Guitare, Orchestre
1
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Voix
Chorale SATB
574
Chorale Unison
419
Chorale 2 parties
397
Chorale 3 parties
206
Chorale TTBB
59
Voix Alto, Piano
49
Voix duo, Piano
48
Voix Soprano, Piano
46
Chorale SSAA
45
Pack Instrumental pour Chorale
38
Voix Tenor, Piano
33
Chorale
14
Voix haute
14
Voix seule
14
Voix duo
12
Voix moyenne, Piano
8
Voix Mezzo-Soprano, Piano
3
Voix Baryton, Piano
3
Voix basse, Piano
2
Chorale SSATTB
1
Voix Tenor
1
Chorale SSAATTBB
1
Chorale SSAB, Piano
1
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Vents
Flûte traversière et Piano
182
Flûte traversière
110
2 Flûtes traversières (duo)
108
2 Saxophones (duo)
106
Clarinette et Piano
97
Hautbois, Piano (duo)
96
Quatuor de Saxophones: 4 saxophones
91
2 Clarinettes (duo)
84
Clarinette
77
Saxophone Alto et Piano
71
Flûte, Hautbois, Clarinette, Basson
67
Saxophone Alto
67
3 Clarinettes (trio)
67
Quintette à Vent: flûte, Hautbois, basson, clarinette, Cor
60
Saxophone Tenor et Piano
50
Saxophone Tenor
46
Hautbois (partie séparée)
42
Quatuor de Clarinettes: 4 clarinettes
42
Saxophone Soprano et Piano
37
3 Saxophones (trio)
36
Saxophone (partie séparée)
34
2 Hautbois (duo)
31
Quatuor de Flûtes : 4 flûtes
30
Saxophone Baryton, Piano
25
Quintette de Saxophone: 5 saxophones
23
Flûte à Bec
21
Flûte, Clarinette (duo)
21
Hautbois, Basson (duo)
20
Saxophone Soprano
19
Clarinette, Violon (duo)
19
Hautbois
17
Cor anglais, Piano
17
Hautbois, Clarinette (duo)
16
Ensemble de Clarinettes
16
Flûte à bec Soprano
15
Cor Anglais
14
Trio de Flûtes: 3 flûtes
14
2 Flûte à bec (duo)
14
Saxophone, Clarinette (duo)
13
Flûte, Violon
13
Flûte à bec Alto
12
Clarinette, Basson (duo)
12
Ensemble de Flûtes
11
Clarinette et Alto
11
Flûte, Hautbois, Clarinette (trio)
10
Flûte, Violoncelle
10
Flûte, Alto (duo)
10
Clarinette, Trompette (duo)
9
Hautbois, Clarinette, Basson (trio d'anches)
9
Flûte, Hautbois (duo)
9
Flûte, Hautbois, Basson
8
Harmonica
8
Flûte, Clarinette et Basson
8
Ensemble de saxophones
8
Hautbois, violon (duo)
8
Clarinette, Violoncelle (duo)
8
Saxophone Baryton
7
Quatuor de Flûtes à bec
7
Quintette de Clarinettes: 5 clarinettes
6
Flûte, Trompette (duo)
6
Hautbois, Flûte
6
Hautbois, Violoncelle
6
Clarinette Basse, Piano
6
Flûte, Violon, Piano
6
Hautbois et alto (duo)
5
Piccolo
5
Flûte, Saxophone (duo)
5
Flûte et Guitare
5
Flûte, Basson et Piano
5
Ocarina
5
Clarinette, Guitare (duo)
4
Quintette de Flûte : 5 flûtes
3
Clarinette, Trombone (duo)
3
Flute, harpe et violon
3
Flûte, Hautbois, Piano (trio)
3
Hautbois, trombone (duo)
3
Flûte à bec Soprano, Piano
3
Flûte, Alto et Piano
3
Clarinette, Tuba
3
Flûte, Harpe et Violoncelle
2
Saxophone et Guitare
2
Hautbois, Violon, Piano
2
2 Saxophones, Piano
2
Flûte, Tuba (duo)
2
Clarinette, Contrebasse (duo)
2
Flûte, Trombone (duo)
2
2 Flûtes traversières, Piano
2
Hautbois, Trompette (duo)
2
Ensemble De Flûte à bec
2
Flûte, Violoncelle, Piano (trio)
1
Clarinette Basse
1
2 Flûtes à bec, Piano
1
Flûte, Clarinette, Piano (trio)
1
5 Flûtes à bec
1
Clarinette, Harpe (duo)
1
Flûte à bec Tenor
1
Clarinette, Basson, Piano (trio)
1
Hautbois, Basson et Piano
1
Hautbois, Guitare (duo)
1
Saxophone et Harpe
1
3 Hautbois
1
Hautbois, Clarinette et Piano (Trio)
1
Cor anglais, Guitare (duo)
1
Hautbois, Harpe
1
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Cuivres
Trompette
89
Trompette, Piano
74
Quintette de Cuivres: 2 trompettes, Cor, trombone, tuba
68
Trombone et Piano
63
Trombone
57
Cor
52
Quatuor de Cuivres : 2 trompettes, trombone, tuba
51
Cor et Piano
46
Tuba
46
Tuba et Piano
43
2 Trompettes (duo)
41
2 Trombones (duo)
35
2 Cors (duo)
24
Quatuor de Cuivres
22
Cor anglais, Piano
17
Trompette (partie séparée)
15
Trompette, Trombone (duo)
15
Cor Anglais
14
2 Tubas (duo)
13
Trompette, Saxophone (duo)
10
Tuba et Orgue
9
Trio de Cuivres
8
Quatuor de Cuivres: 2 trompettes, Cor, trombone
7
Trompette, Cor (duo)
7
Euphonium, Piano (duo)
6
Quatuor de cuivres: 4 cors
5
2 Euphoniums et 2 Tubas
5
Quatuor de cuivres: 4 trompettes
5
Quatuor de cuivres: 4 trombones
4
Trompette, Tuba (duo)
3
Trompette et Guitare
3
Bass Clef Instruments
2
3 Trombones (trio)
2
3 Trompettes (trio)
2
Euphonium
2
Trombone basse
2
Trombone basse et Piano
2
Trompette, Trombone, Piano
2
Trompette, violon (duo)
2
Ensemble de Trombones
2
2 Euphoniums (duo)
2
Trompette, Violoncelle (duo)
2
Ensemble de Trompettes
1
2 Trompettes, Clavier (piano ou orgue)
1
Cor et Harpe
1
Cor, Violoncelle (duo)
1
Trompette, Basson (duo)
1
Ensemble de Tubas
1
Trompette, Harpe
1
Trombone, Violon (duo)
1
3 Cors (trio)
1
Ensemble de Cors
1
2 Trombones, Piano
1
Cor anglais, Guitare (duo)
1
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Cordes
Violon et Piano
215
Quatuor à cordes: 2 violons, alto, violoncelle
175
Violon
148
Violoncelle, Piano
122
Violoncelle
104
Alto, Piano
97
2 Violons (duo)
85
Alto seul
77
Harpe
54
Violon, Violoncelle (duo)
49
Trio à Cordes: violon, alto, violoncelle
47
2 Violoncelles (duo)
47
2 Altos (duo)
38
Contre Basse
32
Contrebasse, Piano (duo)
32
Trio à Cordes: 2 violons, violoncelle
31
Violon, Alto (duo)
25
Alto (partie séparée)
23
Quintette à cordes: 2 violons, alto, violoncelle, basse
21
Alto, Violoncelle (duo)
16
4 Violoncelles
12
Violon, Guitare (duo)
10
Piano Trio: Violon, Alto, Piano
9
Violon, Basson (duo)
7
Trio à cordes: 3 violins
5
Harpe, Voix
5
2 Harpes (duo)
5
Trio à cordes: 3 altos
4
Flûte, Contrebasse (duo)
4
Alto et Basson
4
Trio à Cordes: 2 violons, alto
4
Quatuor à cordes: 4 violons
4
2 Contrebasses (duo)
4
Harpe, Violon, Violoncelle
3
Trio à Cordes: 3 violoncelles
3
Contrebasse (partie séparée)
3
Violoncelle, Contrebasse (duo)
3
Violoncelle , Guitare (duo)
3
Quatuor à cordes : 4 altos
2
Harpe, Violoncelle (duo)
1
Violon, Tuba (duo)
1
Alto et Harpe
1
2 Violons, Piano
1
Harpe, Flûte (duo)
1
Alto, Guitare (duo)
1
Autoharp
1
Harpe, Violon (duo)
1
2 Violoncelles, Piano
1
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Orchestre d'harmonie
146
Orchestre
59
Orchestre à Cordes
54
Cloches
47
Ensemble de cuivres
29
Orchestre de chambre
22
Ensemble Jazz
21
Ensemble de Percussions
6
Batterie
6
2 Xylophones
6
Fanfare
6
Jazz combo
4
Percussion (partie séparée)
3
Batterie (partie séparée)
3
Xylophone
3
Marimba
3
Vibraphone
2
Quintette à cordes : 2 Violons, Alto, Violoncelle, Contrebasse, Clavier
2
Xylophone, Piano
1
Percussion
1
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A Child of Song
Piano Quatuor: piano, violon, alto, violoncelle
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Away In A Manger for Piano Quartet
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Piano Quartet - Level 1 - SKU: A0.548636 Composed by Mueller. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas. 7 pages. Jmsgu3 #3405937. Published by jms...
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Piano Quartet - Level 1 - SKU: A0.548636 Composed by Mueller. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas. 7 pages. Jmsgu3 #3405937. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548636). Arranged with a re-harmonized final verse. Away in a Manger is a popular Christmas song published in the late 19th century and performed worldwide. In England, it is considered one of the two most popular carols of all time; a 1996 poll ranked it as a tie for second place. To begin with, many thought Martin Luther wrote it, but now the song is considered to be American. The most common musical arrangements are by William Kirkpatrick (1895) and James R. Murray (1887). The melody was first published as Luther's Cradle Hymn by James R. Murray. Then came a confusing series of explanations about how Martin Luther wrote the song. Murray even went so far as to suggest that Luther wrote it for his children. As a result, the song has become known as “Mueller.†Nobody knows who this “Mueller†is, but the name stuck. PopularityBy the 1880’s the cradle song was being performed in church. By the 1990’s the song was becoming the most popular Christmas song ever. Nearly everyone sang it in school, in church, and at home.Other musical settingsThe first musical setting published with the lyrics appeared in the Little Children's Book for Schools and Families (1885). The title was Away in a Manger. This edition is the first one not attributing the song to Martin Luther. Charles H. Gabriel was the first arranger to present the third verse. He also composed and published many different arrangements of the song. In one of his settings, he supplies a chorus for each verse with asleep sung in canon. Another prevalent preparation uses the lyrics to the melody Flow Gently, Sweet Afton. Yet another arrangement dating uses the lyrics to an old Normandy Carol.
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Song of My Children for Piano Quartet
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Piano Quatuor: piano, violon, alto, violoncelle
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Song of My Children for Piano
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Small Ensemble Clarinet,Flute,Piano,Violin - Level 5 - SKU: A0.982071 Composed by James Gardner. Contemporary. Score and parts. 36 pages. James Gardner ...
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Small Ensemble Clarinet,Flute,Piano,Violin - Level 5 - SKU: A0.982071 Composed by James Gardner. Contemporary. Score and parts. 36 pages. James Gardner #6074275. Published by James Gardner (A0.982071). I wanted to set a precious memory I had from a time when two of my children were quite young. My daughter Cassi was only 1 year old or so, and my son Christopher about 8. I was holding my little Cassi in my lap and Christopher was running back and forth through the living room in his Batman cape, pretending to be his hero at that moment! This memory would come and go for me over the next few years until I began to find musical themes for each child and determined to compose a tone poem with them.
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A Change In Me
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Piano Quatuor: piano, violon, alto, violoncelle
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Film Walt Disney
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Alan Menken and Tim Rice
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André Nusa
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A Change In Me
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Piano Quartet Cello,Piano,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - SKU: A0.1257439 Composed by Alan Menken and Tim Rice. Arranged by André Nusa. Broadway,Children,Co...
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Piano Quartet Cello,Piano,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - SKU: A0.1257439 Composed by Alan Menken and Tim Rice. Arranged by André Nusa. Broadway,Children,Contemporary,Film/TV,Musical/Show,Singer/Songwriter. 17 pages. Andre_Nusa #850761. Published by Andre_Nusa (A0.1257439). Experience the enchanting transformation of A Change in Me from Disney's Beauty and the Beast with this exquisite arrangement for violin, viola, cello and piano. Immerse yourself in the captivating melodies as the strings intertwine in harmonious unity, supported by the rich and resonant tones of the piano. This arrangement beautifully captures the essence of personal growth and self-discovery, inviting players and listeners alike to embark on an emotional journey. Perfect for string ensemble performances or chamber music settings, this arrangement offers a wonderful opportunity for musicians to showcase their expressive playing and musical artistry. Delight in the timeless magic of A Change in Me as the strings and piano blend in a harmonious celebration of transformation and inner strength. Elevate your repertoire with this unforgettable arrangement that captures the heart and soul of this beloved Disney song.
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The First Noel for Piano Quartet
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Piano Quartet - Level 1 - SKU: A0.548639 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Christmas. 10 pages. Jmsgu3 #3406037. Published by jmsgu...
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Piano Quartet - Level 1 - SKU: A0.548639 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Christmas. 10 pages. Jmsgu3 #3406037. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548639). The First Nowell arranged for Piano Quartet featuring a thought-provoking re-harmonization of the final verse.OriginsThe First Noel is an English Christmas carol. Even more, it was probably written in the late Cornish Renaissance period. While other versions spell the title as Nowell, this is an everyday variation. Furthermore, Noel is an older word meaning “Christmas.†Therefore, “the First Noel†translates as “the First Christmas.†First of all, Gilbert and Sandy published the earliest version. As a result, this version appears in the “Carols Ancient and Modern†songbook of 1823. William Sandy edited and arranged the book. Similarly, his partner Davies Gilbert revised and added the familiar extra verses. The First Noel: Piano Quartet Version brings new harmony in the final verse for more energy and drive.StainerOrganist and composer Sir John Stainer published the most noteworthy customary arrangement in the 1870s. Stainer is, above all, famous for his songbook entitled Christmas Carols New and Old (1871). This volume served as an essential catalyst for reviving the English Christmas carol. Other favorite Stainer arrangements from this book include What Child Is This, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Good King Wenceslas, and I Saw Three Ships.Diatonic FunctionThe melodic structure in the First Noel is uncommon among English folk tunes. It simply repeats one phrase twice and then follows a variation refrain. All three words of the song end on the mediant scale degree. This is unusual because the diatonic function of the mediant is non-final compared to the more usual tonic or even dominant degrees. Consequently, this gives the song an open-ended feeling – like maybe it never ends.Political ContextThe Catholic clergy sang carols outside of the church in Latin. After the Protestant Reformation, the reformers thought it would be better for everyone to sing carols. They decided to bring music back to the common folk. So, they translated the lyrics from Latin into a common language. Moreover, the Protestants wanted more control over the music in the church than what the Vatican allowed. Protestant composers such as William Byrd composed complex polyphonic Christmas music that they called carols. Nonetheless, some famous folk melodies were composed in this era. Eminent composers in the nineteenth century began to revise and adapt them. Consequently, they revived the English carol.
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Piano Quartet - Level 2 - SKU: A0.549902 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas,Standards. 6 pages. Jmsgu3 #3685135. Pu...
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Piano Quartet - Level 2 - SKU: A0.549902 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas,Standards. 6 pages. Jmsgu3 #3685135. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549902). Score: 3 pages, String parts 1 page each. The First Noel arranged for Alto Sax & Piano with new harmony for the final verse.Origins The First Noel is an English Christmas carol. Even more, it was probably written in the late Cornish Renaissance period. While other versions spell the title as Nowell, this is just a colloquial variation. Furthermore, Noel is an older word meaning Christmas. Therefore the First Noel translates as the First Christmas. First of all, Gilbert and Sandy published the earliest version. As a result, this version appears in the Carols Ancient and Modern songbook of 1823. William Sandy edited and arranged the book. Similarly, his partner Davies Gilbert edited and added the familiar extra verses. The First Noel: Piano Quartet Version comes with new harmony in final verse for more energy and drive. Stainer Organist and composer Sir John Stainer published the most noteworthy customary arrangement in the 1870’s. Stainer is above all famous for his songbook entitled: Christmas Carols New and Old (1871). This volume served as an important catalyst for reviving the English Christmas carol. Other famous Stainer arrangements from this book are such titles as What Child Is This, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Good King Wenceslas, and I Saw Three Ships. Diatonic Function The melodic structure in the First Noel is uncommon among English folk tunes. It simply repeats one phrase twice then follows a variation refrain. All three phrases of the song end on the mediant scale degree. This is unusual because the diatonic function of the mediant is non-final compared to the more usual tonic or even dominant degrees. Consequently, this gives the song as kind of open-ended feeling – like maybe it never really ends. Political Context The Catholic clergy sang carols outside of the church in Latin. After the Protestant Reformation, the reformers thought it would be better for everyone to sing carols. They decided to bring music back to the common folk. So, they translated the lyrics from Latin into common language. Moreover, the Protestants wanted more control over the music in church than what the Vatican allowed. Protestant composers such as William Byrd composed complex polyphonic Christmas music that they called carols. Nonetheless, some famous folk carols were composed in this era. Eminent composers in the nineteenth century began to revise and adapt them. Consequently, they revived the English carol. Register for free lifetime updates and revisions at www.jamesguthrie.com
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