Paul G Young

Away in a Manger Paul G Young

Scroll below for a video of the score as played in Finale. This arrangement interweaves both of the late 1800s carol tunes associated with Away in a Manger, Cradle Song (Kirkpatrick) and Mueller (Murray). It requires the Grade 3 technical skills, range, and maturity of high school or college-level performers and an accomplished pianist. After a short piano introduction, the melodic theme of the Cradle Song is introduced by the soloist in Concert Key of D Major. There is a modulation into the Key of Eb Major for the tune Mueller. The arrangement concludes with a second setting of Kirkpatrick's tune in Concert Bb Major. The range is not extreme, rhythmic demands are minimal, and both tunes, which are well known, enable this to be an easy arrangement to put together and a popular choice for performances in many types of church services during the Christmas season. This volume contains a piano score accompanying a C Instrument in Bass Clef. There are individual instrumental parts for: C Instrument in Treble Clef (Flute, Oboe, Violin); Bb Instrument in Treble Clef (Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone, Trumpet); Eb Instrument in Treble Clef (Alto Clarinet, Alto Saxophone); F Instrument in Treble Clef (Horn in F - in 2 octaves); C Instrument in Bass Clef (Bassoon, Trombone, Euphonium, Cello); Low C Instrument in Bass Clef (String Bass, Tuba), and a part in alto clef for Viola. This is a beautiful piece to prepare and perform, especially as you work to develop the intimate harmonies between the piano and the instrumental soloist. Audiences will love it!