This collection provides a fresh look at many beloved hymns. Veteran arrangers John Purifoy and Ken Barker have provided ten arrangements with contrasting tempos, dynamics, and styles that will be useful

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

Utilizing familar hymns and melodies, the arrangers have crafted settings that are fresh, creative, and rewarding for the developing pianist. Due to their brevity and the range of topics, the pieces can be

Flowing sixteenths provide a bed for this contemporary setting that help paint the images expressed in these classic lyrics. 

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

In the first verse, each phrase of the melody in octaves alternates with a chorale-style phrase, encouraging contrast in playing style. The choral style phrases are actually harmonizations of the melody

An exciting offering for your Easter services! The opening motif combines a joyful feel mixed with hopeful anticipation. The contrasting, softer section modulates into a climactic version of the motif that

Lots of contrast describes this unique, dynamic setting of this great classic! All bonded together in a wonderfully creative way, this arrangement provides opportunity to showcase contrasting tempos,

This sensitive, moving setting beautifully portrays the classic text of this beloved hymn.

This exquisite setting utilizes a classical style with rolling arpeggios, providing marvelous opportunities for expression throughout.

This flowing setting builds gradually, musically painting the message of the powerful lyrics for this beloved classic. The opening lyrical motif returns in various forms throughout, including at the end in