Sacred Music for Strings

Traditional setting, slightly contemporary- begins with piano in a motif of the theme. The first section is a stylized rendition of the theme. Then, it continues in the chorus much the same.  A

This solo begins with a easy lilt underpinned by a gentle accompaniment. Moving into the second section of the piece the tune is embellished in a variation format of chromatic triplets. It repeats

Classic melodies for Viola and Piano. Includes Siciliano (Bach), Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Gluck), Songs My Mother Taught Me (Dvorak), Traumerei (Schumann), None but the Lonely Heart (Tchaikovsky), He

Written by Daniel Barta for Anne Martindale-Williams, principal cellist with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, these pieces for advanced players are excellent choices for church, concert, and studio.

Written for David Kim, concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, North American Hymn Tunes is a three-part sacred composition for violin and piano useful for worship services, concerts, and

Written in typical passacaglia (theme in the bass line) and Fugue fashion, the theme is presented in the piano.  The first variation is a gently modified tune in duple with the accompaniment in

This tender setting of ST. MARGARET in ABA form relies heavily on the tune throughout to focus listeners' thoughts on the comforting promises in the hymn text. Written on commission in memory of a beloved

An expressive dialogue between viola and piano is built here on the hymn tune ST. MARGARET. The graceful arrangement provides the opportunity for each instrumentalist to have their share of melody while

This is a straightforward yet beautiful arrangement of the famous tune.  It will require sensitive musicianship and good technique, but is such a fine piece, it practically plays itself.

Prayer originated as an interlude for flute and piano in my choral setting of Psalm 19, Requiem, written in memory of Marie Mountain Clark. She was a friend and former principal

A delightful collection of some popular and practical titles from modern worship standards. Soaring, majestic lines weave gracefully throughout the violin parts, offering a variety of texture and range

Preludes, postludes, Communion meditations, special music selections and recital pieces are all possible uses for this collection. Soaring, majestic lines weave gracefully throughout the violin parts,

A Rich Heffler arrangement. This violin solo starts out with a great deal of flourish based on Come Ye Thankful People, Come and then settles down for a solemn rendition of We Gather

Advanced players will enjoy learning this unique cello solo. Based on the beloved tune “Terra Beata,” and written for Anne Martindale-Williams (principal cellist with the Pittsburgh Symphony

Celebrate the holiday season with this meditation on Frank Houghton’s hymn Thou Who Wast Rich Beyond All Splendor featuring an old French carol melody. With rich harmonies and a lovely

Includes a G minor arrangement of the spiritual SOJOURNER, variations on BEACH SPRING in the keys of both G and E Major, and a beautiful yet straightforward version of WONDROUS LOVE. Written at the medium

This eclectic and meditative collection of hymns is well suited for the medium-advanced cellist. It includes the Scottish melody BROTHER JAMES' AIR, the French carol What Is This Lovely Fragrance?

This is the first solo cello collection in the Duane Funderburk Chamber Music Series. Like other Funderburk pieces, the writing is impactful and idiomatic, requiring excellent players. Includes: Alas,

A high-energy setting of King Jesus Is a-Listenin' combined with a mournful setting of Deep River, these contrasting spirituals are highly accessible to cello and piano for a special