Decoration Day

Decoration Day

The tradition of the Christmas tree in Western Europe dates back to a time long before any Christianization had taken place. During the severely cold winter nights so it was believed evil spirits tried to ?kill? nature. Needle-leaved trees were the only ones which kept their green colour throughout the year and therefore became symbols of immortality. These ?living? trees said to be the work…

The tradition of the Christmas tree in Western Europe dates back to a time long before any Christianization had taken place. During the severely cold winter nights so it was believed evil spirits tried to 'kill' nature. Needle-leaved trees were the only ones which kept their green colour throughout the year and therefore became symbols of immortality. These 'living' trees said to be the w…

A rare work for the Lute-based Theorbo. Below is the programme note from the composer.In July 1998 I decided that I would use a theorbo in Havoc a piece I was writing for the 1999 Proms (premiere September 8th 1999). Since my knowledge of the instrument was negligible I contacted David (The Orbo) Miller and appealed for help since I knew he would be playing in the Proms piece. He kindly and wit…

This is the first of three books dealing with harmonic resource covering all that is required in the way of chords and their decoration.

Hymnus was commissioned by the Wilhelmina Easterein Fanfare Orchestra in the Autumn of 1999 for their performance at the World Music Contest Kerkrade. The commission was the result of a collaboration between the composer and the thenmusical director Marten van der Wal. The exact meaning of the word Hymnus is not known but it is taken in this presentation to mean hymn or hymn-like. The melo…

Here is an Epiphany anthem that not only celebrates the story of the shining Christmas star but also invites us to bask in the glory of the Jesus and to reflect that warmth in our own lives. Patti Drennan's colorful chords andflowing melodic lines are a perfect decoration for this special seasonal sentiment. Sweet!

This is the second of three books dealing with harmonic resource covering all that is required in the way of chords and their decoration.

Par THOMAS LINDA G.. This book and accompanying audio present a comprehensive array of ideas intended to add interest and decoration to basic melodies. Mastery of these embellishment techniques will also help in the development of complete arrangements. This project offers some familiar and possibly unfamiliar song titles. The accompanying audio is a valuable tool for learning both the melodies an…

True impact is felt in this lushly written choral prayer. The hope for intimacy with God is expressed in moving tones and the piano part offers a supportive yet rhapsodic decoration for this message of love and grace. A quote ofthe hymn Near to the Heart of God acts as a delicate punctuation mark to the central theme and embraces the congregation with arms of assurance and comfort. Supports: Isa…

This Mandolin Fingering Chart includes a notation guide tips on reading Mandolin TAB handy chords and a photo/diagram of the instrument. It's an invaluable reference chart for anybody learning the Mandolin ensuring you'll never forget the basics of playing this fantastic instrument. The centre of the chart depicts the basic chords that will let you play the vast majority of tunes for the Mando…

If you already know your way around the mandolin and want some expert advice and new ideas to spice up your playing of Celtic tunes then Simon Mayor’s New Celtic Mandolin will prove an invaluable resource. Simon Mayortakes a fresh and detailed look at traditional and modern tunes from many corners of the Celtic world introducing original ideas that will benefit all aspects of your mandolin pla…

This book and accompanying audio present a comprehensive array of ideas intended to add interest and decoration to basic melodies. Mastery of these embellishment techniques will also help in the development of complete arrangements. This project offers some familiar and possibly unfamiliar song titles. The accompanying audio is a valuable tool for learning both the melodies and embellishments …

Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 9x12 inches. 568 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

For Choral (Middle School). Choral. Published by Hal Leonard

(C Edition) For voice and C instrument. Format: fakebook. With vocal melody, lyrics and chord names. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 856 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

C Instruments. By Various. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Softcover. 240 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

(C Instruments). By Various. For C Instruments. Fake Book. Softcover. 520 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

(Music and Lyrics for 100 Classic Songs). By Various. For Piano/Vocal/Guitar. Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook. Softcover. 402 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

By Various Composers. Arranged by Jonathan Stock. Schott. Size 9x12 inches. 33 pages. Published by Schott.

Easy guitar/vocal songbook for guitar and voice. With leadsheet notation (includes melody line and chords), chord names, guitar chord diagrams, strum and pick patterns and lyrics. Series: Easy Guitar. 176 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

(For C Instruments). By Various. For C Instruments. Fake Book. Softcover. 576 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

((Critical Edition)). By Charles Ives (1874-1954). Study Score. Peermusic Classical. 48 pages. Peermusic #61623-856. Published by Peermusic

(C Instruments). By Various. Fake Book. Published by Hal Leonard

C Edition. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 6x9 inches. 864 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

(Study Score). By Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809). Edited by Georg Feder and Sonja Gerlach. Study Score. Henle Study Scores. Softcover. 116 pages

Fakebook for Eb instrument. With vocal melody, lyrics and chord names. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 864 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Bb Edition. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 9x12 inches. 864 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

(Violin and Piano). By Charles Ives (1874-1954). For Piano, Violin. Peermusic Classical. Softcover. Peermusic #61941-602. Published by Peermusic

(A Musical About the Light of the World). By Dave Clark and Jayme Thompson. For Children's choir; Unison with optional 2-part choir. This edition: Paperback. Musical. Children's Christmas Musical. Sacred. Moderate. Choral score. 64 pages. Duration 30 minute

Performed by Various. Piano/Vocal/Chords Songbook (Arrangements for piano and voice with guitar chords). Published by Hal Leonard.

Performed by Kenny Rogers. For voice and keyboard (right hand only). Format: easy piano/vocal/chords songbook. With vocal melody, lyrics, chord names, big note notation and black and white photos. Country pop, adult contemporary and soft rock. Series: Hal Leonard E-Z Play Today. …

C Edition. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Book only. Size 9x12 inches. 352 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

The Colors of Christmas. (A Musical for Senior Adult Choirs). By Marty Parks. For SATB choir, senior adult choir, single narrator. This edition: Paperback. Musical. A Christmas musical for senior adult voices; also useful for hanging of the greens services.. Traditional and Sacre…