It Came Upon the Midnight Clear arr. Carolyn C. Setliff in D-Flat (Db) Major - Mid-Intermediate Piano Solo (POP)
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Description: In the first section, the melody is in the right hand, and the left hand uses arpeggiated chords, which include other notes of the scale, for interest and color. The key changes to D Major in the second section. The melody line is in the lower register with the left hand accompaniment pattern of blocked fifths and sixths in the bass and crossing over the melody line into the upper treble register. Purpose: Many students have the opportunity to perform in recitals, school programs, and church services during the Christmas season. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear offers the performer opportunities to use this beautiful melody to focus the heart and mind on the birth of Jesus. Suggestions for Instruction: It Came Upon a Midnight Clear is a song sung by angels with golden harps. Keep the words in mind as you play this lovely melody line and shape the phrases with a listening ear. Hands separate practice will speed the learning process. This carol is to be played slowly and expressively, with rubato.
Key: Db Major
Inventory # HL00406594
UPC: 073999469349
Series: Willis
Publisher Code: 12444
Width: 9.0"
Length: 12.0"