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Gospel hymns and spirituals have inherent qualities that easily lend themselves to progressions, voicings, and improvisation found in jazz stylings. The improvisational style found in these hymn settings should serve as starting points to make them your own. As you play through these settings, experience the joy and energy embedded within, allowing the vibrant gospel message to shine through.

Just a Closer Walk

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Ten favorite advent and Christmas hymns have been arranged for use in worship services, concerts, and for personal enjoyment. Tastefully and colorfully portraying the text of each song, they express the very heart of Christmas which is to celebrate the Light of the world coming into this world of darkness. Add life and joy into your traditions and celebrations this Christmas season!

10 Classics of Christmas

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Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of "I Need Thee Every Hour," arranged by the esteemed John Purifoy. This sacred piece evokes deep emotion through its elegant harmonies and contemplative pace, making it an ideal selection for reflective moments in worship services or religious gatherings. Elevate your spiritual experience today. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

I Need Thee Every Hour

Piano Solo I Need Thee Every Hour

"Let Us Break Bread Together," arranged by John Purifoy, melds tradition with reverent expression. This sacred piece captivates with its heartfelt harmonies, inviting choirs to explore the depth of communal spirituality and unity. Perfect for worship settings, it resonates with timeless grace and profound musical sophistication. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Let Us Break Bread Together

Piano Solo Let Us Break Bread Together

From the very opening notes through the last note the gentle mood of a silent, yet mysterious holy night ring out. Leaning into an Impressionistic style, the second verse is in the manner of Debussy. It's a must for any Christmas Eve/Candlelight Service!

Silent Night, Holy Night

Piano Solo Silent Night

This stately hymn should not be played too fast. Keep it slow enough to allow for plenty of expression. The sixteenth patterns should sound effortless, while accenting the melody notes. Extra care should be taken to play the last two bars lightly while holding the sustain pedal at just the right place, as marked in the music.

And Can It Be

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Rhythmic shifts add fresh vitality and energy to this classic gospel hymn. Some jazz chord touches also add a flair to the presentation!

To God Be the Glory

This fun, vibrant, punchy arrangement will quickly become a classic for your library! Designed as a great opener or entertaining concert piece for a program, it contains all of the ingredients to "bring down the house" when performed!

Sing We Now of Christmas

Piano Solo Sing We Now of Christmas

"Cinematic" and "dramatic" best describe this arrangement as it develops through the verses, building to a climactic point near the end, then tapering to conclude as it began.

Holy, Holy, Holy

Piano Solo Holy, Holy, Holy

An ascending scale motif adds interest to this favorite classic Christmas hymn, which concludes in triumphant fashion, calling all of us to come and adore Him, "Christ the Lord!"

O Come, All Ye Faithful

Piano Solo O Come All Ye Faithful

The intro motif incorporates an effective, gentle echo of the invitation line, "O come to my heart, Lord Jesus," which is repeated several times throughout. The second verse builds beautifully into a modulation and grand statement for the third verse, which then recedes to the tender invitation moment offered by the refrain. The closing phrase ("There is room in my heart for Thee!") should be played freely, taking great care for expression and tenderness.

Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne

Piano Solo Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne

The descending line of the opening strain is also used as a motif throughout, and should be set apart from the melody through dynamics and subtle tempo shifts. This stirring setting provides ample opportunity for musical expression and sensitivity.

O Sacred Head, Now Wounded

Experience the divine serenity of "His Eye Is on the Sparrow," masterfully arranged by Jay Rouse. This sacred piece elevates any choral performance with its profound musicality, seamlessly blending traditional hymn with contemporary arrangement. Ideal for worship settings, it will touch hearts and uplift spirits. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

His Eye Is on the Sparrow

Piano Solo His Eye Is on the Sparrow

Immerse yourself in the divine with "Blessed Assurance," masterfully arranged by Patti Drennan. This sacred composition elevates any worship service or spiritual gathering, providing an inspiring and soul-stirring musical experience. Perfect for choirs seeking to enhance their repertoire with a touch of heavenly grace. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Blessed Assurance

Piano Solo Blessed Assurance

This great Christmas hymn is presented in a Neo-classical style, with a nod to Handel, the composer of this hymn. The arrangement builds to a climactic point using a sequence of octaves from the refrain, and an absolutely brilliant and fun-to-play ending with a few surprises!

Joy to the World! The Lord Is Come

Piano Solo Joy to the World

The opening beautifully portrays the first verse lyrics: "When peace, like a river"and "like sea billows roll." Inventive harmonics propel the transitions, the refrains, and the modulation into a triumphant last verse, ending gently like it began, with the peaceful flowing feel of a gentle river.

It Is Well with My Soul

Piano Solo It Is Well with My Soul

The stately nature of this majestic arrangement requires a steady beat with rhythms played precisely. Imagine brass parts or full orchestra performing it. Be sure the cantabile section beginning at measure 38 contrasts nicely with a freer, more legato and "singing" approach.

All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name

Elevate your sacred music collection with the soul-stirring arrangement of "Give Me Jesus." Masterfully arranged by Jay Rouse, this piece captures the profound emotion and reverence of the traditional hymn, making it an essential selection for worship services and spiritual concerts that seek to inspire and uplift. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Give Me Jesus

Piano Solo Give Me Jesus

Immerse yourself in the profound beauty of "Were You There," masterfully arranged by Jay Rouse. This poignant Lent and Easter anthem evokes deep emotion, capturing the essence of reflection and reverence. Ideal for church services, its harmonious blend uplifts the spirit and enhances the solemnity of the season. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Were You There

Piano Solo Were You There

You can almost hear a light rhythm ensemble playing along as this lovely setting leans into a relaxed jazz easy-listening style. The modulation builds into a climactic closing refrain and ends with an improvised-sounding moment.

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