By Cathy Moklebust. For handbells (3-5 octaves) / handchimes (3-5 octaves). Christmas. Level 2. Sheet Music. Published by Chorister's Guild

SA choir, piano accompaniment - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-8553

Composed by Matthew Emery. Christmastide, Christmas Vigil, Christmas Night, Children. Christmas. Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. GIA Publications #8553. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-8553).

UPC: 785147855309. English. Text Source: From 'A Cradle Hymn', Issac Watts, 1674-1748, alt. Text by Isaac Watts.

In the tradition of lullabies past, “Lie Still and Slumber” encompasses the soothing comfort of angelic voices with tender words like those of this text by Isaac Watt. Delicate and smooth, this piece recreates the rocking of a cradle or a mother’s arms through the rhythmic sway created by the rising and falling of the arpeggiated accompaniment.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4933-01

Composed by Neeck. Young Concert Band. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4933-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4933-01).

This expressive piece is an excellent vehicle for teaching legato phrasing and lyrical style. The simple and reflective themes are pleasingly developed, which lead to a full ensemble climax, and fade with a warm and gentle ending. Perfect for that delicate, change-of-pace moment in your concert.

Composed by John Parker, music by Heather Sorenson. Choral Octavo. Alfred Choral Designs. Secular; Winter. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43421).

3-5 Octave Handbells - Grade 2

SKU: BP.HB744

Composed by Michael Helman. Handbell music. Score. Beckenhorst Press #HB744. Published by Beckenhorst Press (BP.HB744).

Written for 3 to 5 octave handbell choir. Level 2+.

Michael Helman has given us this delicate medley of the tunes In the Bleak Midwinter, Still, Still, Still, and Once In Royal David's City. Flowing accompaniments underpin the melody, and masterful handling of the optional handchimes give the piece an extra sense of majesty. A beautiful arrangement for use throughout the Advent or Christmas seasons.

Mixed choir

SKU: FG.55011-567-5

Composed by Alex Freeman. Fennica Gehrman #55011-567-5. Published by Fennica Gehrman (FG.55011-567-5).

ISBN 9790550115675.

Alex Freeman's (b. 1972) Cathedral of Spring for chamber choir (2019) to poems of e.e. cummings and Robert Frost was commissioned and premiered by Somnium Ensemble. The composer tells: For the celebration of the 10th anniversary of Somnium Ensemble (Finland), I was commissioned to write a piece with spring as a central theme. While contemplating that and perusing appropriate poetry, I was inspired by memories of the night-time sky in early spring--the warm air, the teeming, buzzing energy of life all around, and an expansive dome of stars overhead. I then imagined that moment in time as a kind of sacred space; this is the point where the cathedral notion came to mind. The frenetic and joyous poetry of e.e. cummings, from his Epithalamion, gives an exclamatory introduction to the set, followed by his vision of spring from the point of view of giddy children in his iconic poem, [in Just-]. We then take a moment to contemplate the ephemerality of all this beauty (spring giveth and spring taketh away, i.e. an offertorium of sorts); Robert Frost's Blue-Butterfly Day places us in a moment where, by chance, we find ourselves enveloped by a delicately fluttering swarm of butterflies. Peaceful and still, yet in constant flux, we spend a some time taking that phenomenon in, while also experiencing a twinge of the realisation that this is truly fleeting. The final movement, returning to a later stanza from Epithalamion, cummings's sparkling paean to May is set as a kind of final anthem..

(Revised Edition). Composed by Frederic Chopin (1810-1849). For Piano (Piano). Henle Music Folios. Softcover. G. Henle #HN1258. Published by G. Henle

Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 1.5-2

SKU: CF.FAS11

Composed by Larry Clark. FS SWS. Carl Fischer First Plus String Orchestra Series. Classical. Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+8+5+5+5+2+8 pages. Carl Fischer Music #FAS11. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FAS11).

ISBN 9780825845048. UPC: 798408045043. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: G major.

This outstanding original from Larry Clark can be played any time of year! A vigorous theme moves through all the sections and violas combine with second violins for prominent solo passages. A section in minor adds to the drama as strong rhythmic chords give way to a subdued tremolo in the first violins, reminiscent of Vivaldi's Winter This music reaches a level of intensity your players and audience will love.
Out of the Winter is a musical depiction of the many moods of winter from its harsh storms to its simple beauty. The composition is based on a central main theme that is musically developed throughout the composition presented in and out of major and minor keys.The main theme begins right away without introduction and is set to depict the simple delicate beauty of a light falling snow. The theme is then developed in the minor key using simple contrapuntal techniques that give the composition a fresh sound for pieces at this grade level. The aggressive development of the piece is a musical description of a powerful winter storm. The tension of this section is built to a climax using simple divisi in the strongs and some poly-chordal harmonic techniques that give way to a final return of the main theme to complete the piece.Special care should be given to exaggerating the contrast between the two diverse sections of the piece. The main theme should be light and uplifting. The second section with the theme in minor should have an ominous presence, but still be reminiscent of the original light main theme. As with all of my compositions at this grade level, adjust the tempo to fit the ability level of your students. It is hope that this piece helps to reinforce the concepts of good musicianship which you are trying to instill in your students. Bowings should be used as a guide and should be adjusted to your needs.It has been my pleasure to have had the opportunity to write this piece. I hope that you and your students find it useful for your program.

Composed by Jaco Pastorius. For Bass Guitar. Artist/Personality; Bass Guitar Method or Supplement; Book; DVD; Digital Download; Method/Instruction. Alfred's Artist Series. Jazz/Fusion. 32 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Composed by Darius Milhaud (1892-1974). Heugel. Classical. Softcover. 4 pages. Heugel and Cie #HE33328. Published by Heugel and Cie (