Archive for the ‘Special Music’ Category
Youtube Recordings for The Piano Invitation Collection…
Monday, July 21st, 2014News for my church pianist readers: I’ve been creating video recordings of The Piano Invitation Collection and publishing them on my youtube channel.
The Love of God (finished handwritten copy!)
Saturday, July 19th, 2014
Wow! I just finished writing the hand-written copy for The Love of God.
I just started it yesterday! That doesn’t happen too often. Thank you Lord!
Now…to input it into Finale which takes at least three hours to complete along with layout details.
I allow several days for the piece to settle before I finalize it. Reviewing the piece after a day or so allows me the chance to catch mistakes I may not have caught otherwise or…discover a different chord path altogether, etc.
Current Writing Project: The Love of God (Advanced piano solo)
Saturday, July 19th, 2014Yesterday, I started a new advanced piano solo arrangement of “The Love of God”.
I have struggled in the past trying to write a piano solo version of The Love of God. Several years ago I created a vocal trio with piano accompaniment for this hymn. It was easier to write since I didn’t have to stick to the melody.
As I sat at the piano yesterday…a motive (a melodic pattern)… just came to me which you will hear in the introduction. I tried to stay true to the style of the song so as not to distract from the message.
This particular arrangement will be written in my “free style” of playing which I enjoy the most. ( no structure!) yay! Although structure does make the arrangement more user-friendly.
Thanks to many such as Ashley & Karen who have requested that I write an arrangement for The Love of God.
The Love of God (audio sample)
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Published! Piano Invitation Collection
Monday, June 16th, 2014I just published the piano invitation collection! I thank the Lord for giving me the strength and clarity of thought through the editing process.
I originally planned twelve arrangements for this collection but added a bonus arrangement without extra cost 🙂 The bonus arrangement is “Draw Me Nearer Medley”.
The entire invitation collection is on sale now through July 4th for $15!
Playing background music is my ultimate favorite way to play 🙂 I just play in a more conversational style to enhance the message of the hymn.
The overall level of playing for this collection is late intermediate to early advanced. I always play more lightweight in nature during the invitation… to create a more appropriate atmosphere.
I will be posting youtube videos of each selection as time allows. You can also hear a sampler of the collection above.
Please note: If you want to purchase additional items with this collection…go to “Advanced Piano Solos” in the music store to buy this collection. The following “buy now” button doesn’t allow for purchasing additional items.
Piano Invitation Collection Sampler!
Friday, June 13th, 2014I know it has taken me a while on the piano invitation collection… but I’m VERY picky about my writing! Sorry….but I want to do my best 🙂
The piano invitation collection (pdf format) should be published by this Monday! The level of the songs are late intermediate to early advanced.
While you’re waiting….listen to a sampler of the invitation collection…
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Update on Invitation Collection & Mission Song
Monday, June 2nd, 2014Just wanted to let my readers know my dad has had some health issues so I’m going to spend some time with my parents this week.
In addition I will be tweaking several of the invitation arrangements when I return. I just don’t want to do a half way job. My husband is always reminding me…”It’s quality…not quantity”.
I will take the time to at least share something with you before I leave. Below is a video of a vocal solo sung recently at our church. What I like best about this song is…it’s a mission-based song. It’s hard to find a lot of music on this theme. The song was written by a friend of ours here in our home town. I hope to see it published one day!
Church Pianist: The Encourager
Friday, May 23rd, 2014I don’t know about other church pianists…but I find myself in the role of “encourager” many times! I love to get our young people involved in the music ministry. In order to fully utilize them, I find or write music with their level in mind; prodding them along…equipping them for the ministry.
It’s a rewarding experience. Any other church pianist having similar experiences?
“Down From His Glory” Rest of the Arrangement
Thursday, May 15th, 2014Down From His Glory requires ALOT of ad lib from the church pianist when accompanying someone to sing this hymn.
I could not help but add runs during the chorus due to the frequent held words. The fingering for the runs is included 🙂
I plan to create an audio of the piano accompaniment as time allows.
Click here to download “Down From His Glory” in E Flat Major
Click here to download “Down From His Glory” in F