John Lennon : Imagine

It is now impossible to imagine a world without Imagine an enduring hymn of solace and promise that has carried us through extreme grief and continues to provide hope all around the world up to this day.The immortal song was the best selling single of the solo career of John Lennon the co-founder of the most commercially successful band in the history of popular music the Beatles; a legend who hardly needs any introduction. Since its release in 1971 the song has sold more than 1.6 million copies just in the UK and has been recorded and performed by dozens of artists including Madonna Stevie Wonder Elton John and DianaRoss.As part of the Pop Choral Series John Lennon’s signature song has been arranged for SATB a cappella choir by Roger Emerson. Named one of the 100 most-performed songs of the 20th century and played just before the New Year's Times Square Ball drops in New York City since 2005 Lennon’s plea for world peace remains relevant and timeless a guaranteed audience favourite.

John Lennon???s career was far from over when in April 1970 following the recording of the album Let It Be the Beatles split up. This musically gifted and creative composer of many Beatles songs had a number of solo hits before he was tragically killed in 1980. Imagine was one of John Lennon???s best songs and it remained in the charts long after his death. It is still not forgotten and is now thought of as a true pop classic. Takashi Hoshide has produced this attractive new arrangement for concert band.

John Lennons popular song from the 70s has taken on new meaning in the changing world of today. This is a touching and sensitive treatment for concert band by Richard Saucedo.

Discovery Level 2-“Imagine all the people living life in peace.” The timeless lyrics of this John Lennon classic resonate in an emotional and powerful way. This Discovery Series arrangement is well-crafted for developing choirs and thesophisticated lyrics will provide opportunities for learning and discussion. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Discovery Level 2-?Imagine all the people living life in peace.? The timeless lyrics of this John Lennon classic resonate in an emotional and powerful way. This Discovery Series arrangement is well-crafted for developing choirs and the sophisticated lyrics will provide opportunities for learning and discussion. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.

John Lennon's soulful plea for peace throughout the world, graciously arranged by Mona Rejino for the intermediate piano student. This gorgeous song will most certainly be on every adult student's 'Top-Ten List,? and is a perfect introduction to Lennon's genial songwriting talents for younger students. 4/4 - syncopated pedaling - straightforward melody and accompaniment - 1st and 2nd endings - syncopation. 39 measures. / Piano

The emotional impact of John Lennon's classic is most timely in today's world. An expressive setting. Available: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:20.

Words and Music by John Lennon-A rich sonorous setting of John Lennons timeless song of peace arranged for young band. Larry Norreds careful attention to color and ensemble texture make this ballad an exquisite concert number.

The Piano is unquestionably a timeless instrument that has never, and will never go out of fashion in popular music. The beauty of the keys, when married with the right singer or songwriter, has the power to create truly momentous music, and Songs Of The Piano Stars, with its 24 hit songs from the past and present, will let you learn to play a selection of perfect Piano-led tunes.Drawing from the wealth of popular tunes from the past sixty years that have included a pretty Piano part or two, Songs Of The Piano Stars presents a massive range of artists and their songs that are well-loved and will remain so for years to come. From The Beatles and Carole King to Alicia Keys and the Ben Folds Five, the variety on offer here is testament to the persistence of the Piano in popular music. From beautiful ballads like All Of Me by John Legend, Don't Explain by Nina Simone and Imagine by John Lennon to huge pop hits like Carly Simon's You're So Vain and Elton John's classic Tiny Dancer, these songs, arranged for Piano and Voice with full lyrics and Guitar chord boxes, will allow you to learn and perform them accurately and beautifully. There are some old classics included, such as the legendary Tom Waits' Come On Up To The House and Randy Newman's I Love To See You Smile, and these are put alongside newer tunes like Brave by Sara Bareilles and Vanessa Carlton's A Thousand Miles.These songs have been expertly-selected and engraved to reflect the most-requested songs by Piano singer-songwriters from over the years. With the success of the electric Guitar and the advent of rock music, the Piano-led performer faded away somewhat, but the underlying love of composers and songwriters of creating music at the Piano never subsided. This Piano sheet music songbook features the greatest songwriters who have always championed the indomitable ivories throughout the changing musical landscape. Whether they sculpted a career out of their Piano songwriting skills in the '60s or '70s, or they continue to integrate the Piano into their modern pop songs, Songs Of The Piano Stars is full of fantastic Piano tunes that will sound really great as part of your repertoire or in a performance. Music history has shown us that the Piano is here to stay, so open this songbook to your favourite song and play! / Voix Et Piano