
This volume contains 161 hymns simplified for pianists of moderate ability who find themselves playing the organ for church services. Pedals are not used and the frequently tricky spacing of many tunes is reduced to mainly three parts and specially arranged to lie easily under the hands. The arrangements can be used to accompany choirs and congregations singing the standard hymn-book harmonies.
This volume addresses the technical challenge of transitioning from piano to organ performance for church musicians with moderate skill levels. Author Janette Cooper provides a practical framework for adapting standard hymnody to the organ without the use of pedal boards. By simplifying complex arrangements into three-part textures, the text ensures that pianists can provide effective accompaniment for congregational singing while navigating the physical constraints of the instrument.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Musicians frequently cite this collection as a practical resource for pianists tasked with church service accompaniment. Experts highlight the accessibility of the arrangements for those lacking formal organ training.
Page Count:
128
Publication Date:
1987-07-09
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
019197790X
ISBN-13:
9780191977909
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