The High Kings

SKU: CF.BF142

ISBN 9781491160145. UPC: 680160918744.

The 22 holiday classics contained in this collection have been carefully arranged for any combination of string trio. The melodies, both sacred and secular, cover many centuries and originate in Western Europe and the United States. Each work was selected for its quality, musical interest, and appropriateness in a chamber setting. All pieces in this collection have stood the test of time and are worthy of both study and performance. Arranged specifically for a chamber setting, the trios may be performed in a variety of venues from church services to holiday gatherings. This Compatible String Ensembles collection of Christmas Trios will set the mood in any environment.This Series is Available for:Violin BF142Viola BF143Cello BF144Bass BF145.
The 22 Christmas tunes contained in this collection have been carefully arranged for any combination of string trio. The most standard instrumentation for voicing is violin, viola, and cello. However, three of the same instruments work well as do other groupings, given that the higher-pitched instrument plays the higher part. This three-part format follows a standard order: part 1 is melody, part 2 is harmony, and part 3 is a traditional bass line. Optional 8va markings are sometimes given to help the voicings sound better.The selections have been arranged in alphabetic order. The melodies, both sacred and secular, cover many centuries and originate in Western Europe and the United States. Each work is in the public domain and was selected for both its quality and musical interest.Arranged specifically for a chamber setting, the trios may be performed in a variety of venues from church services to holiday gatherings. Some repeats are marked in the music, but any selection may be repeated for the appropriate amount of music needed. Bowings have been added as suggestions, and some fingerings have been added to show the direction of shifts beyond first position.—Todd ParrishOrchestra Editor, Carl Fischer MusicJune 2021.

SKU: KN.17392

UPC: 822795173925.

This skillfully-arranged set of 24 duets provides quality material that can be used in any performance setting. Whether a single selection is featured on a concert program or the entire book is showcased at a holiday event, its low rehearsal demands and high audience appeal set this collection apart as a must-have for holiday performances.

Cont ents:
Adeste Fidelis (O Come, All Ye Faithful); Angels We Have Heard On High; Away In A Manger; Bring A Torch, Jeanette, Isabella; Coventry Carol; Deck The Halls; The First Noel; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Good Christian Men Rejoice; Good King Wenceslas; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; The Holly And The Ivy; In The Bleak Midwinter; Infant Holy, Infant Lowly; It Came Upon A Midnight Clear; Jingle Bells; Jolly Old St. Nicholas; Joy To The World; O Little Town Of Bethlehem; Silent Night; Up On The Housetop; We Three Kings; We Wish You A Merry Christmas; and What Child Is This?