Concordia Publishing House has released an exceptional piano collection, Hymn Tune Masters for Piano, which includes my setting of “All Praise to Thee, My God, This Night” (TALLIS’ CANON). The hymn tunes of master composers such as Thomas Tallis, Jean Sibelius, and Gustav Holst are set in a variety of styles, forms, and techniques by ten modern-day composers. This collection will be sought after by students, teachers, and church musicians, and is great for creative use in both recitals and worship.
Peace on Earth: Five Carols for Piano (Olivia Cresswell) added to the Shaw Music catalog
This fine collection from Olivia Cresswell provides five musical offerings to use throughout the holiday season. Each setting prominently features the tune, and each lies well under the hands. Preview pages from the score and listen to sample recordings here.
The Hymn Collection: 10 Hymns for Piano (Daniel Barta) added to the Shaw Music catalog
This exquisite collection of hymns (including four Christmas carols) from composer Daniel Barta is sure to become one of your favorites. Written at a moderate level and in a range of diverse styles, these expertly crafted arrangements offer truly unique perspectives on well-loved hymns. Preview pages from the score and listen to sample recordings here.
Piano Commission: Concordia Piano Prelude Series
Concordia Publishing House has commissioned me to write a new setting of the hymn tune “Easter Hymn” (“Jesus Christ Is Risen Today”), which will be be included in the forthcoming Piano Prelude Series, volume 3 (tunes beginning with D/E). Building upon the success of Hymn Prelude Library, Concordia is now embarking on another exciting project: Piano Prelude Series. Like the Hymn Prelude Library, this collection will feature preludes on all the hymns of Lutheran Service Book, but this time for piano.
New England Triptych added to the Shaw Music catalog
Here is a charming, picturesque short work for piano solo. Written at a grade 2-3 difficulty level, the three movements are reminiscent of idyllic New England scenes. Movements include:
- Mount Monadnock
- Winter in Vermont
- Portland Head Light
The World Around Us: A Piano Suite for Children added to the Shaw Music catalog
Here is a delightfully imaginative short work for children of all ages. Written at a grade 2 difficulty level, these pieces are evocative of common childhood scenes. Movements include:
- Old Friends
- Fast Cars
- Earthworms Racing
- Snowflakes Dancing
- Petals Falling
- Ants on Parade
- Evening Light
Piano Prelude Series vol 1 published by Concordia
Following the successful Hymn Prelude Library series for organ, Concordia has released a new collection of piano preludes based on the hymn tunes found in Lutheran Service Book. This collection features newly composed pieces by dozens of composers who write in a variety of styles and harmonizations. The pieces are useful as preludes, postludes, music at the offering, for introductions, and during distribution, as well as for those who play hymns at home. The durable wire binding ensures that each page lies flat against the music stand. Piano Prelude Series vol 1 (preludes for tunes starting with the letter ‘A’) includes my setting of {Ach Gott vom Himmelreiche} (“The Bridegroom Soon Will Call Us“).
Going over Jordan (Olivia Cresswell) added to the Shaw Music catalog
Olivia Cresswell’s beautiful collection, Going over Jordan: Songs of Heaven for Piano, contains six hymns and spirituals arranged at a moderate level. From introspective passages to joyful bursts of praise, there is something for everyone here. Preview a sample from the score here.
Piano Commission: Concordia Piano Prelude Series
Concordia Publishing House has commissioned me to write a new setting of the hymn tune “Beach Spring” (“Lord, Whose Love through Humble Service”), which will be be included in the forthcoming Piano Prelude Series, volume 2 (tunes beginning with B/C). Building upon the success of Hymn Prelude Library, Concordia is now embarking on another exciting project: Piano Prelude Series. Like the Hymn Prelude Library, this collection will feature preludes on all the hymns of Lutheran Service Book, but this time for piano.
Key Signatures and Effective Congregational Singing
Would you like a simple, effective way to enliven congregational singing? Try playing in a different key. Read my latest post on Prelude Music Planner to find out more.
