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My arrangement of “Joshua Fit the Battle” is now available on SheetMusicPlus.com. Just follow this link!
This piece is moderately advanced, but not unnecessarily difficult. Paying careful attention to the stylistic articulations, sparse pedaling, and rhythmic drive is most important.
On June 24, 2018, I had the the pleasure of singing with Camerata and providing a second set of hands on some four-hand piano accompaniment.
The repertoire was varied and included several of Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes, “Fern Hill” by Corigliano, and even hits by Dolly Parton, Barbara Streisand, and Cyndi Lauper. Continue reading
Albert H. Malotte’s beloved setting of “The Lord’s Prayer” gets a refreshing piano-vocal treatment – for today – with new harmonies and flourishes, bringing an old standard into the 21st century. The piano accompaniment is challenging but rewarding, and the familiar vocal line gets a few new treatments.
Suitable for church or concert hall.
All FIVE settings are available:
(These settings are available only on SheetMusicPlus. I am not authorized to sell or distribute these separately due to copyrights held by Hal Leonard and G. Schirmer.)
It was an exciting weekend to premiere “Change Ring on FRED GRAMANN” on February 25 in front of Fred Gramann himself. This event was held in Kettering, Ohio at the Adventist Church. Many thanks to the Carillon Choir of Midland First United Methodist Church for their work and dedication.
Above: Fred Gramann and Jantz Black. Continue reading
Fall/Christmas release from Lorenz/SoundForth – my SATB setting of “O Little Town of Bethlehem.”
This setting pairs the familiar text with an original tune set for choir and piano.
Here is an advanced setting of “Jesus Loves Me,” paired with portions of Claude Debussy’s “Clair de lune.”
Concert Prelude on “Jesus Loves Me” at SheetMusicPlus
Below is a full-length recording of this setting, as played by Jantz Black.
On June 25, 2017, Circle of Praise premiered a special arrangement of the 1988 hit by Ray Boltz titled “Thank You.” The SSA and piano arrangement was commissioned to celebrate the retirement of a beloved pastor.
The video clip is from a pre-service rehearsal, hence the gentleman crossing the steps and the slight background noise.
I’m so proud to be a part of the music ministries at Midland First UMC. Check out the article below from the Midland Daily News describing the preparations for our 40th Anniversary Concert. Continue reading
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This easy but lyrical setting of a beloved carol is set with optional oboe and flute.
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