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The first Nowell (The First Noel)
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The first Nowell
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Choral Choir,Choral (SATB divisi) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1394367 Composed by traditional 15th century English carol. Arranged by Scott S. S...
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Choral Choir,Choral (SATB divisi) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1394367 Composed by traditional 15th century English carol. Arranged by Scott S. Stewart. Christian,Christmas,Holiday,Religious,Traditional. 16 pages. Scott S. Stewart #977848. Published by Scott S. Stewart (A0.1394367). “The first Nowell†(The First Noel), in its many evolutions over 400 years, remains beloved not necessarily for its ‘tune’ as much as the story it has to tell – ‘angels’ announcing to the shepherds “Nowell, Born is the King of Israelâ€, and then continuing with the journey of the ‘magi’.  This 2024 setting of the traditional English carol speaks to the mood, the character, the atmosphere of the ‘first’ nativity, giving pause to reflect on that time of wondrous awe.  This arrangement uses five of the nine original verses to tell its tale. It is scored for a traditional SATB ensemble, using 8-part [SSAATTBB] divisi for color.  Piano provides the accompaniment. Performance time: 7:20+-.
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The First Nowell ( The First Noel ) - 2 part choir - SA - Upper Voices
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The First Nowell
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Choral Choir (SA) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1101227 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by M & J Dover. Christian,Christmas,Praise & Worship,Sac...
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Choral Choir (SA) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1101227 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by M & J Dover. Christian,Christmas,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Octavo. 14 pages. Martin Dover #704644. Published by Martin Dover (A0.1101227). An arrangement of the popular Christmas Carol. This could be used either as a choir anthem or a congregational carol. 6 verses tell the Christmas story with each verse treated to a different arrangement to support the lyrics. Key changes add variety and the final chorus has a descant.
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The First Nowell (The First Noel) - Christmas Carol [EASY PIANO]
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Darek
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The First Nowell
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Darek
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Easy Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1329317 By Traditional and Traditional Carols. By English Carol, Traditional, and Traditional Carols. Arr...
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Easy Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1329317 By Traditional and Traditional Carols. By English Carol, Traditional, and Traditional Carols. Arranged by Darek. Advent,Christmas,Religious,Sacred,Traditional. Score. 2 pages. Darek #917296. Published by Darek (A0.1329317). The First Nowell (The First Noel) - Christmas Carol [EASY PIANO]Simplified Arrangement for Beginner Pianists of The First Nowell (The First Noel) - Traditional English Christmas Carol.Sheet Music for Piano or Keyboard in Easy Arrangements for Beginner Pianists. Included: Chords, Fingering, Lyrics and simple YouTube video tutorial.Easy Version for Pianists | Beginner Version | Easy Piano Sheet Music | Arrangement for Beginners | Piano | Keyboard | Grand Piano | Traditional Christmas Carol | Easy Piano Arrangement | Simple Arrangement For Beginners | For Novice Pianists | Christian Carol Arrangement | Sheet Music Christmas Collection | Various Traditional Carols | Holiday Carol Songs | Christmas Music Album | Christmas Carol Book | Christmas Carols for Piano Beginners | Festive Music | Easy Sheet Music Collection | Grand Piano.
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The First Nowell / The First Noel
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Brass Quintet: 2 trumpets, horn, trombone, tuba
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Traditional English Carol
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Ian Meacom
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The First Nowell / The First N
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Ian Meacom
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Brass Quintet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1390390 Composed by Traditional English Carol. Arranged by Ian Meacom. Cham...
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Brass Quintet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1390390 Composed by Traditional English Carol. Arranged by Ian Meacom. Chamber,Holiday,Religious,Sacred,Traditional. 17 pages. Ian Meacom #973909. Published by Ian Meacom (A0.1390390). This is an arrangement of The First Nowell for brass quintet.
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The First Nowell (The First Noel) ; a shmooshy jazz arrangement with original solo for Bb Clarinet &
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Christmas
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Chris Lawry Keri Degg
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The First Nowell
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Clarinet,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.761522 Composed by Chris Lawry Keri Degg. Christmas,Jazz. Score and part. 8 pages. Masquerade Music #...
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Clarinet,Piano - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.761522 Composed by Chris Lawry Keri Degg. Christmas,Jazz. Score and part. 8 pages. Masquerade Music #6078517. Published by Masquerade Music (A0.761522). A wonderfully sentimental arrangement for Bb Clarinet and Piano (which includes a section that is a beautiful original solo) that simply oozes Christmas/Holiday season). Expertly written by Composer/Pianist/Orchestrator Chris Lawry, and Keri Degg (Composer/Saxophonist/Clarinettist/Flautist) this is a very accessible piece (the clarinet part is around grade 3-4 standard; so easy enough to play with limited practice time!), but also lends itself to instrumental soloing/noodling if wished. This is one of five new Christmas pieces for 2018, and forms part of the 'Christmas Jazz Volume 1 - Clarinet edition' collection (also includes; Silent Night, Hark The Herald, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, and I Saw Three Ships). Also available as separates (and as a collection) on Sheet Music Plus. The pieces are also available in Eb Saxophone, Flute, and Bb Saxophone variations. Contact us (details on the sheet music) to access your free demonstration, and backing tracks.
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The First Noel - For Recorders
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Christmas
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Traditional
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Javier MartÃnez Maya
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The First Noel - For Recorders
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Arte Nova Music Lab
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Small Ensemble Alto Recorder,Baritone Recorder,Flute,Soprano Recorder,Tenor Recorder - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.742374 Composed by Traditional....
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Small Ensemble Alto Recorder,Baritone Recorder,Flute,Soprano Recorder,Tenor Recorder - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.742374 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Javier MartÃnez Maya. Children,Christmas,Romantic Period. Score and parts. 3 pages. Arte Nova Music Lab #2930385. Published by Arte Nova Music Lab (A0.742374). The First Noel (also written The First Noël and The First Nowell) is a traditional classical English Christmas carol, most likely from the early modern period, although possibly earlier.[2][3] Noel is an Early Modern English synonym of Christmas.[4]In its current form, it is of Cornish origin, and it was first published in Carols Ancient and Modern (1823) and Gilbert and Sandys Carols (1833), both of which were edited by William Sandys and arranged, edited and with extra lyrics written by Davies Gilbert for Hymns and Carols of God. Today, it is usually performed in a four-part hymn arrangement by the English composer John Stainer, first published in hisCarols, New and Old in 1871.[2] Variations of its theme are included in Victor Hely-Hutchinson's Carol Symphony.The melody is unusual among English folk melodies in that it consists of one musical phrase repeated twice, followed by a refrain which is a variation on that phrase. All three phrases end on the third of the scale. It is thought to be a version of an earlier melody sung in a church gallery setting; a conjectural reconstruction of this earlier version can be found in the New Oxford Book of Carols.[5]The Annunciation to the shepherds and the Adoration of the shepherds are episodes in the Nativity of Jesus described in the second chapter of the Gospel of Luke (Luke 2). The Star of Bethlehem appears in the story of the Magi (the Wise Men) in the Gospel of Matthew; it does not appear in the story of the shepherds. Taken from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_First_Noel
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The First Noel - The First Nowell
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Ukulele
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Christmas
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Anne C
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The First Noel - The First Now
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Anne C. Lyman
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Ukulele - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.921308 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Anne C. Lyman, B.Mus. (also known as Anna Lyman). Christian,Chri...
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Ukulele - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.921308 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Anne C. Lyman, B.Mus. (also known as Anna Lyman). Christian,Christmas,Classical,Concert,Sacred. Score. 4 pages. Anne C. Lyman #2862931. Published by Anne C. Lyman (A0.921308). 2016 Holiday Contest Entry. This arrangement of The First Noel, also known as The First Nowell, arranged by Anne Lyman, B.Mus. is designed to be performed on a solo ukulele, tuned in C, or GCEA also called reentrant tuning. The use of this tuning, combined with the pedal point sections creates a cantabile effect. It is a good recital piece. This piece plays easier than one would expect by looking at it. Audiences will hush and listen!
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The First Noel (The First Nowell)
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Piano solo
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Dennis Frayne
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Dennis Frayne
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The First Noel
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Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.879147 Composed by Dennis Frayne. Arranged by Dennis Frayne. Christian,Christmas,Concert,Sacred,Standards...
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Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.879147 Composed by Dennis Frayne. Arranged by Dennis Frayne. Christian,Christmas,Concert,Sacred,Standards. Score. 2 pages. Presto! It's Music Magic Publishing #5995095. Published by Presto! It's Music Magic Publishing (A0.879147). The First Noel, a traditional Christmas carol, arranged for intermediate piano. Also sometimes spelled, The First Nowell. This version for intermediate piano is a great way to practice and refine playing moving thirds in the left hand.
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The First Noel for Piano Quartet
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Piano Quartet: piano, violin, viola, cello
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BEGINNER
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Christmas
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Traditional
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James M
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The First Noel for Piano Quart
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jmsgu3
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Piano Quartet - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548639 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Christmas. 10 pages. Jmsgu3 #3406037. Pu...
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Piano Quartet - Level 1 - Digital Download 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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The First Nowell ( The First Noel ) - 3 part choir - SAB - Mixed Voices
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Christmas
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M & J Dover
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J Dover
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The First Nowell
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Martin Dover
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Composed by Traditional. Arranged by M & J Dover. Christian, Christmas, Praise & Worship, Sacred. Octavo. 21 pages. Martin Dover #705480. Publ...
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Composed by Traditional. Arranged by M & J Dover. Christian, Christmas, Praise & Worship, Sacred. Octavo. 21 pages. Martin Dover #705480. Published by Martin Dover
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The First Nowell (The First Noel) ; a shmooshy jazz arrangement with original solo for Flute & Piano
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Flute and Piano
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EASY
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Christmas
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Christmas
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Keri Degg and Chris Lawry
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Keri Degg and Chris Lawry
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The First Nowell
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Masquerade Music
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SheetMusicPlus
Composed by Keri Degg and Chris Lawry. Arranged by Keri Degg and Chris Lawry. 163, Christian, Christmas, Holiday, Jazz. Score and part. 9 pages. Masqu...
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Composed by Keri Degg and Chris Lawry. Arranged by Keri Degg and Chris Lawry. 163, Christian, Christmas, Holiday, Jazz. Score and part. 9 pages. Masquerade Music #4810045. Published by Masquerade Music
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The First Noel for Viola & Piano
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Viola, Piano
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Christmas
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Traditional
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James M
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The First Noel for Viola & Pia
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jmsgu3
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SheetMusicPlus
Piano,Viola - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548507 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and part...
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Piano,Viola - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548507 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and part. 4 pages. Jmsgu3 #3387407. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548507). The First Noel arranged for Viola & 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: Viola 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
$24.95
The First Noel for Trumpet & Piano
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Trumpet
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BEGINNER
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Christmas
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Traditional
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James M
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The First Noel for Trumpet & P
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jmsgu3
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B-Flat Trumpet,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548502 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score...
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B-Flat Trumpet,Piano - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548502 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and part. 4 pages. Jmsgu3 #3387385. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548502). The First Noel arranged for Trumpet in Bb & 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: Trumpet 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
$24.95
The First Noel for Tuba & Piano
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Tuba and Piano
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BEGINNER
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Christmas
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Traditional
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James M
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The First Noel for Tuba & Pian
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jmsgu3
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Piano,Tuba - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548505 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and part....
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Piano,Tuba - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548505 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and part. 4 pages. Jmsgu3 #3387403. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548505). The First Noel arranged for Tuba & 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: Tuba 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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The First Noel for Trombone & Piano
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Piano,Trombone - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548503 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and p...
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Piano,Trombone - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548503 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and part. 4 pages. Jmsgu3 #3387395. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548503). The First Noel arranged for Trombone & 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: Trombone 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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The First Noel for Tenor Sax & Piano
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Tenor Saxophone and Piano
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Piano,Tenor Saxophone - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548504 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Scor...
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Piano,Tenor Saxophone - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548504 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. Score and part. 4 pages. Jmsgu3 #3387401. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548504). The First Noel arranged for Tenor 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: Alto Sax 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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The First Noel for Violin & Piano
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Piano,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548506 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. 4 pages. Jmsg...
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Piano,Violin - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.548506 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christian,Christmas. 4 pages. Jmsgu3 #3387409. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548506). The First Noel arranged for Violin & 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: Violin 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.
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The First Noel for Piano Quartet
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Piano Quartet: piano, violin, viola, cello
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Piano Quartet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549902 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas,Standards. 6 pages. Jms...
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Piano Quartet - Level 2 - Digital Download 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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The First Noel for Piano Trio
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Piano Trio - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549903 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas,Standards. 9 pages. Jmsgu3...
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Piano Trio - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.549903 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas,Standards. 9 pages. Jmsgu3 #3685139. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.549903). Arranged 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 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. Stainer Organist 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 famous Stainer arrangements from this book include 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 and 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 an open-ended feeling – like maybe it never 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 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 carols 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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The First Nowell, Harp II
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2 Harps (duet)
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Serena O’Meara
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Instrumental Duet,Lever Harp - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.803892 Composed by Traditional English Carol. Arranged by Serena O’Meara. Christ...
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Instrumental Duet,Lever Harp - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.803892 Composed by Traditional English Carol. Arranged by Serena O’Meara. Christmas,Holiday,Multicultural,Sacred,Traditional,World. 5 pages. O'Meara Music #5326703. Published by O'Meara Music (A0.803892). The First Nowell was first published in 1832 and again in 1833. It is thought to be from of Cornish origin. The word Nowell is related to the French Noel, which came from the Latin Natalis (day of birth). This is arranged for either Lever or Pedal Harps.
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Noel
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Noel
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Handbells (3 octaves) - Level 2 SKU: LO.20-1025 A Carol Fantasy For Handbells and Optional C Instrument. Composed by Dale Wood. Christmas, Sacred....
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Handbells (3 octaves) - Level 2 SKU: LO.20-1025 A Carol Fantasy For Handbells and Optional C Instrument. Composed by Dale Wood. Christmas, Sacred. Handbell score. Duration 5 minutes. Sacred Music Press #20/1025. Published by Sacred Music Press (LO.20-1025). UPC: 000308021769.Optional Flute and oboe.(Or any two C instruments: parts included).Christmas/Medium. An exuberant medley of carols which truly sparkles with the color and interplay of the optional solo instruments. Even though the instrumental parts are substantive, this delightful composition also works beautifully with bells alone. Ringers will especially appreciate the ease of reading uncluttered pages, scored specifically for the number of bells]in their set. This five-minute gem quotes passages from the ever-popular anthem, CHRISTMAS DAY, by Gustav Holst, and includes the SUSSEX CAROL, IN DULCI JUBILO, THE FIRST NOWELL, and GOD REST YOU MERRY, GENTLEMEN.
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Handbells (4-5 octaves) - Level 2 SKU: LO.20-1026 A Carol Fantasy For Handbells & optional C instrument. Composed by Dale Wood. Christmas, Sacred....
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Handbells (4-5 octaves) - Level 2 SKU: LO.20-1026 A Carol Fantasy For Handbells & optional C instrument. Composed by Dale Wood. Christmas, Sacred. Handbell score. Duration 5 minutes. Sacred Music Press #20/1026. Published by Sacred Music Press (LO.20-1026). UPC: 000308021776.Optional Flute and oboe.(Or any two C instruments: parts included).Christmas/Medium. An exuberant medley of carols which truly sparkles with the color and interplay of the optional solo instruments. Even though the instrumental parts are substantive, this delightful composition also works beautifully with bells alone. Ringers will especially appreciate the ease of reading uncluttered pages, scored specifically for the number of bells]in their set. This five-minute gem quotes passages from the ever-popular anthem, CHRISTMAS DAY, by Gustav Holst, and includes the SUSSEX CAROL, IN DULCI JUBILO, THE FIRST NOWELL, and GOD REST YOU MERRY, GENTLEMEN.
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: Noel
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The First Nowell (Noel) - Concert Band Score and Parts
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Tradional English Carol
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Brendan Elliget MAGA 537
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The First Nowell
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Concert Band - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.750986 Composed by Tradional English Carol. Arranged by Brendan Elliget MAGA 537. Christmas. Score and ...
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Concert Band - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.750986 Composed by Tradional English Carol. Arranged by Brendan Elliget MAGA 537. Christmas. Score and parts. 67 pages. BJE Music #6016227. Published by BJE Music (A0.750986). The First Nowell (or First Noel) CB [C] Score and Parts PDF
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The First Nowell, Harp Duet
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2 Harps (duet)
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Christmas
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Traditional English Carol
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Serena O’Meara
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O'Meara Music
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Instrumental Duet,Lever Harp - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.803890 Composed by Traditional English Carol. Arranged by Serena O’Meara. Christ...
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Instrumental Duet,Lever Harp - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.803890 Composed by Traditional English Carol. Arranged by Serena O’Meara. Christmas,Holiday,Multicultural,Sacred,Traditional,World. 14 pages. O'Meara Music #5326693. Published by O'Meara Music (A0.803890). The First Nowell was first published in 1832 and again in 1833. It is thought to be from of Cornish origin. The word Nowell is related to the French Noel, which came from the Latin Natalis (day of birth). This is playable on Lever or Pedal Harps. You will receive the Score, Harp I, and Harp II.
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Fantasy on How Great Our Joy (Downloadable)
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Fantasy on How Great Our Joy
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Fantasy on How Great Our Joy received its premiere at the London Winter Festival of Sound 2022 in London, England at the Croydon SDA Church by composer and orga...
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Fantasy on How Great Our Joy received its premiere at the London Winter Festival of Sound 2022 in London, England at the Croydon SDA Church by composer and organist, Professor Janise White. This organ work represents an exhilarating work of joy and adoration to our Saviour, Lord and King. As a clarion call for Christmas, soft flutes carry the melody over a dreamy pentatonic configuration with a drone in the pedals. Staccato trumpets exhibit the joy chordal motif, repeating and swelling to a joyous cadenza on the pedals in toccata style. This jubilant moment continues to intensify as syncopated harmonies join the final verse in elongation on 32' pedals to its majestic close
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Jüngst
The First Nowell (The First Noel)
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