The Angel of Mons

SKU: PR.114419960

ISBN 9781491135037. UPC: 680160683130.

I have always been fascinated with the concept of archangels - huge, supernatural beings with gigantic wings who visit earth to carry out their heavenly tasks. Archangels are the chief angels in Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions. The precise number of these high-ranking celestial beings varies from one religious source to another (typically from four to seven). The three movements of Archangels depict Michael, Raphael, and Gabriel - the three archangels most commonly referenced. Michael is a warrior who is ever vigilant to march into battle against forces of evil. In art, he is often portrayed with his wings spread open in mid-flight and wielding a large sword that is raised into an attack position. The first movement begins in darkness with the foreboding sound of his large, beating wings. Suddenly, Michael appears in all of his terrible glory and wreaks havoc on an army of demons. Raphael is a Hebraic name that translates to God heals, and he is in charge of all manners of healing. Artwork of Raphael typically shows him holding a staff, and he is often pictured with the round cheeks associated with a young cherub. In this quiet middle movement, Raphael gently makes his rounds to tend to the sick. Gabriel is the heralder of news. In Christianity, Gabriel's purpose is quite significant: he appears to Zechariah to announce the forthcoming birth of John the Baptist, and to Mary to announce the forthcoming birth of Jesus. Gabriel is often depicted holding a scepter, a stem of lilies, or an unfurled scroll. In this final movement of the piece, Gabriel trumpets his news for all to hear. -S.G.

SKU: PR.416414950

UPC: 680160617784. 8.5 x 11 inches.

Inner Demons depicts a man as he loses his mind. This piece contains four themes: a tarantella, a demented waltz, a scherzo, and the Appalachian folk hymn “The Wayfaring Stranger.” The themes are stated quite briskly until arriving at the hymn. This theme consumes the man; it destroys his mind and he melts down. As his mind is slowly rebuilt, his thoughts become increasingly chaotic, until elements of all four themes are heard simultaneously. Inner Demons is an arrangement of movements III and II (in that order) of Garrop’s String Quartet No. 2: Demons and Angels .

SKU: LO.9780834178113

ISBN 9780834178113.

Looking for an innovative way to incorporate your instrumentalists into your Christmas worship services? Our new Creative Carols Series is just for you! We've arranged five of your favorite Christmas carols for three different small ensembles (Woodwind Trio, Brass Quartet, & String Quartet.) These traditional carols are arranged in fresh popular styles, with rhythm section or piano accompaniment. You'll find quiet introspective treatments, energetic pop, swing tunes and Cuban grooves. All of these pieces can be accompanied by piano, rhythm section, or recorded rhythm tracks. Everything you need is provided on the included CD! Make Creative Carols part of your Christmas repertoire this year, and for years to come.The printed book includes the solo parts. An enhanced CD is included with the book and has printable PDF files with Solo / Piano scores, Rhythm / Piano parts for live accompaniment, stereo accompaniment tracks, and stereo demonstration tracks to help your.

SKU: LO.765762192409

UPC: 765762097230.

The fresh and creative Allegis Orchestral Series is designed to give small to mid-sized churches an instrumental resource that can be played with a mix of players, but includes everything the large church orchestra needs, as well. These moderately difficult hymn arrangements have been created in popular styles that your instrumentalists and congregation alike with love. With three accompaniment options (piano, live rhythm section, or recorded rhythm tracks) this series fits the needs of any size group, from eight players to a full orchestra. Everything you need for practice and performance is included on the Enhanced CD: printable instrumental parts, optional instrumental parts, capo guitar parts, and rhythm/piano accompaniment, plus the rhythm accompaniment track and demonstration track.

SKU: BT.MUSAM971938

ISBN 9780711990678. English.

Ten Christmas songs and carols in melody line arrangement with specially recorded backing tracks and full performance versions for both instruments. Both parts are of equal standard, aimed towards players between grades3-5.
Includes two CDs containing four tracks for each song: a full performance demonstration, one backing track omitting both duet parts, one containing the first duet part only, and one the second part. So whether or not youhavea duet partner, Guest Spot Duets includes all you need to enjoy playing great songs.