Hark! The Herald Angels Sing: Piano/Vocal/Chords
Jim Brickman
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Titles: Angels * Blessings * Canon in G * Christmas Is * Do You Hear What I Hear? * Early Snowfall * Even Santa Fell in Love * The Gift * Greensleeves * Hark! The Herald Angels Sing * Holly and Ivy * I Saw Three Ships * Jesu * Joy to the World * O Tannenbaum * Peace * Sending You a Little Christmas * Silver Bells * Silent Night * Snowflake * Winter Peace * Winter Waltz * Winter Wonderland.
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Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
100
SKU:
00-PSP-000120
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About the Artist: Jim Brickman
Jim Brickman stands as a defining voice in contemporary instrumental music, building a career on emotionally direct piano compositions that connect with listeners across generations. His approach to songwriting centers on creating music that marks life's significant moments, blending classical sensibilities with accessible modern production to reach audiences well beyond the concert hall.
Why we love this
Brickman's arrangements of Christmas standards strike a balance between respectful familiarity and personal interpretation, giving pianists room to shape the music expressively without overcomplicating the melodies. The collection spans sacred and secular territory, making it versatile for diverse performance contexts, and his writing consistently supports rather than overshadows the vocal line when singers are involved.
What to expect
These arrangements honor the quiet joy and reflection that defines the holiday season, avoiding excess ornamentation in favor of clear harmonic storytelling. Whether playing a carol like 'Silent Night' or a contemporary piece like 'Winter Wonderland,' the writing encourages pianists to find intimacy in the music.
Who it's for
Pianists preparing holiday performances, whether as solo recitals or accompaniment for singers, will find this collection essential. Music directors building Christmas concerts can draw on both traditional sacred pieces and contemporary selections, and private studio teachers can assign these arrangements to intermediate through advanced students exploring interpretive choices within familiar repertoire.
How to get the most out of it
- Pay attention to the chord symbols and use them as a guide for accompaniment texture; you can voice them in different registers depending on whether you're supporting a vocalist or playing solo.
- Shape phrases with attention to the harmonic rhythm rather than just the melodic line; Brickman's arrangements often rest on subtle chord movements that create emotional depth.
- Adjust the dynamic range to fit your venue and whether you're accompanying or performing solo; these arrangements work equally well as intimate accompaniment or featured performance pieces.
How to use it
Build a themed piano recital around Brickman's arrangements, mixing sacred carols with secular winter selections to create programming variety while maintaining a cohesive artistic voice. For accompaniment-based programs, these pieces work beautifully as interludes between choral numbers or as piano features that give singers and audiences a moment of reflection.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing melody and accompaniment in piano/vocal arrangements
- Chord voicing and reharmonization choices
- Interpretive flexibility within familiar melodic material
- Sight-reading chord symbols and lead-sheet notation