Classical Hymn Arrangements
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Be Thou My Vision with Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Pages: 5 Format: Digital This classical hymn arrangement creatively combines the familiar Irish melody of "Be Thou My Vision" with Beethoven's expressive "Moonlight Sonata". This arrangement is 5 pages in length (approx. 3:37 minutes in duration), and it is perfect for both recital and church performances year-round. Abigail Johnson is a piano teacher in Pennsylvania, and she enjoys both classical and sacred music.
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When I Survey the Wondrous Cross with Debussy Composed by Claude Debussy and Lowell Mason
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Intermediate Pages: 6 Format: Digital Pianists will enjoy the soft flow of "Reverie" by Claude Debussy with the familiar melody of "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" by Lowell Mason. This classical hymn arrangement is 6 pages (approx. 3:10 minutes in length) and the hymn is beautifully woven throughout the framework of "Reverie". It is perfect for a performance at church during Lent or Easter.
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My Faith Looks Up to Thee with Mozart Composed by Wolfgang A. Mozart and Lowell Mason
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Late Intermediate Pages: 3 Format: Digital Intermediate/Late Intermediate pianists will enjoy playing this familiar hymn, "My Faith Looks Up to Thee", woven into the style of Mozart's Piano Sonata No.16 in C major, K.545. This classical hymn arrangement is 3 pages (approx. 1:37 minutes in length), and it is perfect for church performances.
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God is so Good with Bach Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach and Traditional tune of God is So Good
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Intermediate Pages: 3 Format: Digital This classical hymn arrangement combines the flowing arpeggios of Bach's Prelude No. 1 in C Major with the familiar tune of God is So Good. It refreshes the soul and glorifies the Lord. It is 3 pages (approx. 1:37 duration).
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The Cleansing Wave with Beethoven Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven and Phoebe Palmer Knapp
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Intermediate Pages: 2 Format: Digital Intermediate pianists will enjoy this classical hymn arrangement that weaves together both the brightness of "Ecossaise in G Major" by Beethoven and the wonderful melody of "The Cleansing Wave" by Phoebe Palmer Knapp. Just like the original classical piece, it is short in length (approx. 1:10 duration with repeat). It is perfect for short performances at church or just to play for fun. 
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Sound The Battle Cry! with Burgmüller Composed by J.F. Burgmüller and Leila N. Morris
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Intermediate Pages: 5 Format: Digital This classical hymn arrangement weaves the timeless hymn, Sound The Battle Cry by William F. Sherwin, into the Romantic style of J.F. Burgmuller's La Chevaleresque (The Knight Errant). Twice the melody line moves to the left hand, while the right hand plays an accompaniment line loosely based off a section in the La Chevaleresque. This hymn solo is 5 pages in length (approx. 2:28 duration), and it is perfect for church and recital performances year round.
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The Fight Is On with Schumann Composed by Robert Schumann and Leila N. Morris
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Pages: 5 Format: Digital Robert Schumann's Fröhlicher Landmann (The Happy Farmer). Twice the melodyline begins in the left hand, while the right hand plays an accompaniment line loosely based off Fröhlicher Landmann. This hymn solo is 5 pages in length (approx. 2:25 duration), and it is perfect for church and recital performances year round. 
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Timeless Hymn Arrangements
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Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing - Hymn Medley Composed by John Wyeth, Lowell Mason, Lewis E. Jones
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Pages: 7 Format: Digital This hymn arrangement medley is 7 pages (approx. 3:48 minutes) and features three timeless hymns: Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing, There is a Fountain, and There is Power in the Blood. It is perfect for preludes and performances at church with its beautiful flow from one hymn to another.
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Sweet Hour of Prayer - Beautiful Piano Solo Composed by William B. Bradbury
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Intermediate Pages: 5 Format: Digital The hymn tune is beautifully accompanied by a flowing left hand throughout the beginning; later the piece modulates from the key of C major to A flat. This hymn arrangement is 5 pages (approx. 2:35 minutes in length). It is perfect for preludes and performances at church with its soft, but expressive accompaniment.
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Amazing Grace - Beautiful Piano Solo Traditional Tune
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Intermediate Pages: 4 Format: Digital The melody of Amazing Grace starts in the bass cleft and is accompanied with soft broken chords in the right hand; later the piece triumphantly modulates from G major to D major. This hymn arrangement is full 4 pages (approx. 2:18 minutes in length). Amazing Grace is a timeless hymn, and this arrangement is perfect for church performances throughout the year.
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What a Friend We Have in Jesus - Intermediate Piano Solo Composed by Charles C. Converse
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Intermediate Pages: 4 Format: Digital The original melody of "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" has been embellished to give the arrangement a fresh sound. Later, the piece modulates from F major to G major and the melody is found in the bass cleft. This hymn arrangement is 4 pages (approx. 2:54 minutes in length). What a Friend We Have in Jesus is a timeless hymn, and this arrangement is perfect for church performances throughout the year. 
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Christ Arose (Intermediate Piano Solo) Composed by Robert Lowry
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Intermediate Pages: 3 Format: Digital After beginning in a minor tone, this arrangement of Christ Arose builds in volume and moves major to reflect the song's message, "Up from the grave He arose...Hallelujah! Christ arose!" This hymn arrangement is 3 pages (approx. 2:15 minutes in length). Christ Arose is a timeless hymn, and this arrangement is particularly appropriate for church performances around Easter.
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Day by Day (Intermediate Piano Solo) Composed by Oskar Ahnfelt
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Intermediate Pages: 4 Format: Digital The beautiful melody of Day by Day begins in the right hand accompanied by gentle broken chords in the left hand; later, the melody is highlighted by poignant chords. This hymn arrangement is a full 4 pages (approx. 2:40 minutes duration), and it is written for late intermediate pianists. Day by Day is a timeless hymn, and this arrangement is perfect for church performances throughout the year. 
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Just a Closer Walk with Thee (Early Advanced Piano Solo) Traditional Tune
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Early Advanced Pages: 7 Format: Digital This hymn arrangement of "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" is quite expressive, and it is 7 pages (approx. 3:48 minutes in length). The various sections are woven together with a gentle, flowing melodic pattern. This piece was written for early advanced pianists, and it is perfect for church performances throughout the year.
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Saved By The Blood (Late Intermediate Piano Solo) Daniel B. Towner
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Late Intermediate Pages: 4 Format: Digital This hymn arrangement of "Saved By The Blood" begins gently in the key of C Major; during sections of the refrain, the simple melody is beautifully harmonized by an eighth note melodic passage. The arrangement then moves into the key of D Major before highlighting the melody in the left hand. For the final refrain, the piece modulates to the key of Eb Major. This piece is written for late intermediate pianists, and it is perfect for church performances throughout the year. "Saved By The Blood" is 4 pages (approx. 2:26 duration); fingering suggestions are included for your convenience. 
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In the Garden (Beautiful Piano Solo) Charles Austin Miles
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Pages: 5 Format: Digital The melody of "In the Garden" begins in the bass cleft accompanied with soft broken chords in the treble cleft. This piece is quite expressive and each stanza builds to a stirring refrain. This early advanced hymn arrangement is a full 5 pages in length (approx. 2:36 minutes duration); approx. 1:12 minutes into the piece, there is a key change from C Major to D Major. "In the Garden" is a timeless hymn, and it is perfect for church performances or recitals throughout the year. 
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Christmas Carol Arrangements
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Away in the Manger (Expressive Piano Solo) Charles Austin Miles
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Pages: 7 Format: Digital The melody of "In the Garden" begins in the bass cleft accompanied with soft broken chords in the treble cleft. This piece is quite expressive and each stanza builds to a stirring refrain. This early advanced hymn arrangement is a full 5 pages in length (approx. 2:36 minutes duration); approx. 1:12 minutes into the piece, there is a key change from C Major to D Major. "In the Garden" is a timeless hymn, and it is perfect for church performances or recitals throughout the year. 
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Joy to the World in the style of Mendelssohn's Jägerlied Composed by Felix Mendelssohn, George Frederic Handel, Lowell Mason
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Pages: 6 Format: Digital This classical, Christmas carol arrangement creatively combines the familiar melody of "Joy to the World" with the excitement of Felix Mendelssohn's "Jägerlied Opus 19b-3". This arrangement is 6 pages in length (approx. 3:00 minutes duration), and it is perfect for both recital and church performances throughout the Christmas season. 
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Patriotic Hymn Arrangements
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My Anchor Holds Medley Composed by Daniel B. Towner, Lieut. Charles A. Zimmermann, and William J. Kirkpatrick
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Advanced Pages: 6 Format: Digital This patriotic hymn arrangement beautifully weaves together the hymn, My Anchor Holds, and the US Navy anthem, Anchors Aweigh. It is a full 6 pages in length (approx. 3:24 duration), and it is perfect for recitals and church performances around patriotic holidays. Throughout the piece, the tunes of My Anchor Holds and Anchors Aweigh are often both audible at the same time. Later, the refrain from the hymn, We Have an Anchor, is triumphantly proclaimed during the climax.
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America the Beautiful - Early Intermediate Piano Solo Composed by Samuel A. Ward
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Early Intermediate - Level 2B/3A Pages: 2 Format: Digital This patriotic arrangement of America the Beautiful by Samuel A. Ward was initially created for one of Abigail's piano students in Level 2B. The eighth note broke chord patterns in this composition give Early Intermediate pianists an opportunity to expand their ability beyond the typical block chord patterns. It is 2 pages in length (approx. 1:18 duration), and it is perfect for recitals, church performances around patriotic holidays, and any patriotic events.
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My Country, 'Tis of Thee - PIano Solo Level 2B From Thesaurus Musicus, 1744
Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Piano level 2B Pages: 2 Format: PDF 
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Bible Verse Songs
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Children, Obey Your Parents - Bible Verse Song
Lyrics: Based on Ephesians 6:1-2 Composed by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Easy Piano Pages: 2 Format: Digital Watch Video Music is a powerful tool, and what better way to hide God's Word in our hearts than through Bible verse songs. Children, Obey Your Parents uses Ephesians 6:1-2 as the text. The piano sheet music is written in a simple format: melody in right hand and left hand accompaniment. The Bible verse song is 2 pages in length (approx. 1:30 minutes).
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Redemption Through His Blood - Bible Verse Song
Lyrics: Ephesians 1:3 and 7 Composed by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Early Intermediate Pages: 2 Format: Digital Music is a powerful tool, and what better way to hide God's Word in our hearts than through Bible verse songs. Redemption through His Blood uses Ephesians 1:3 and 7 as the text. The piano sheet music is written in a simple format: melody in right hand and left hand accompaniment; the sheet music also includes guitar chords. The Bible verse song is 2 pages in length (approx. 2 minutes in duration). 
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Let the Word of Christ Dwell in You - Bible Verse Song
Lyrics: Colossians 3:16 Composed by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Early Intermediate Pages: 1 Format: Digital Music is a powerful tool, and what better way to hide God's Word in our hearts than through Bible verse songs. Let the Word of Christ Dwell in You uses Colossians 3:16 as the text. The piano sheet music is written in a simple format: melody in right hand and left hand basic accompaniment; the sheet music also includes guitar chords. The Bible verse song is 1 page in length (approx. 1:32 duration). 
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Piano Recital Repertoire
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Shooting Star - Early Intermediate Piano Solo Composed by Lukaus Dionne
Level: Early Intermediate Pages: 3 Format: Digital Shooting Star was written and performed by my piano student, Lukaus Dionne for the 2017 Spring Piano Recital. This piece moves between F Major and D minor, giving a nice contrast. Shooting Star is 3 pages in length (approx. 1:30 duration). The piece is a fun, early intermediate piece to play, and it is great for any piano recital performance!
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Spring Storm - Early Intermediate Piano Duet Composed by Abigail L. Johnson
Level: Early Intermediate Pages: 2 Format: Digital Spring Storm is a fun, upbeat piano duet with a short minor section in the middle to give a nice contrast. The primo and secondo parts are each one page in length and the duration is approximately 1:15 minutes. This piece is perfect for recital performances with a fellow student or teacher. Abigail Johnson is a piano teacher in Pennsylvania, and she enjoys writing original compositions for her students. This piece was written for two students in Level 3.
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Faithful Sunset (Piano Trio) Composed by Abigail L. Johnson
Level: Late Intermediate Pianist, Level 3 violinist, and Early Intermediate Cellist Pages: 11 Format: Digital Faithful Sunset's main theme is written in the key of A Major in slow, waltz style; the main theme is nicely contrasted by sections in the relative minor of F#. This piece is perfect for recital performances, and is a great addition to your piano trio repertoire. Approximately 2:50 minutes into the performance, the violin leads the way as the piece builds in intensity and then transitions into B Major. The complete score is 11 pages in length (approx. 5:30 duration); separate violin and cello scores are included. The difficulty level between the parts varies as the piece was written for a late intermediate pianist, level 3 violinist, and early intermediate cellist.
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Aurora Borealis - Piano Trio
Composed by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Late Intermediate pianist, Level 2 violin, Beginner cellist Pages: 7 Format: Digital Aurora Borealis, written in the keys of A major and A minor, will make a great addition to your piano trio repertoire. The complete score is a full 7 pages in length (approx. 2:20 duration); separate violin and cello music scores are also included. The difficulty levels between the parts of the piano trio vary as the piece was composed for a late intermediate pianist, level 2 violinist, and beginning cellist.
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Cave Echoes
Composed by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Intermediate Pages: 6 Format: Digital Watch Video Cave Echoes, written in C minor with a modulation to Eb major, is a fun duet for intermediate pianists, and will make a great addition to your piano repertoire. The secondo part is slightly more difficult with more ledger notes and octave stretches than the primo part. However, the primo part is given an exciting rhythmic passage during the introduction and ending. It is a full 6 pages in length (approx. 1:41 duration), and it perfect for recital performances with a fellow piano student or teacher. 
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Ode to Joy - Guitar/Piano Duet
Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven Arranged by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Beginner guitar and piano level 3 Pages: 3 Format: PDF Watch Video
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The Eclipse - Piano Six Hands
Composed by Abigail L. Johnson Level: Piano level 3 Pages: 3 Format: PDF Watch Video
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