Church Hymns for Marimba by Patrick Roulet is a collection of hymns drawn from traditional European melodies, American tunes, and African-American Spirituals. They represent some of the most recognized tunes in Western music. Many of thee hymns have been played during important events in history, from funerals of American presidents to royal weddings and coronations. Some have even become the subject of legend: "Nearer My God to Thee," was allegedly the last hymn played by the band on the Titanic before it sank.
Instrumentation:
The four mallet arrangements are playable on a 4.3 octave marimba.
The two mallet arrangements can be played on marimba, vibraphone, or orchestra bells.
Contents:
A Mighty Fortress is Our God
Abide with Me
All Things Bright and Beautiful
Amazing Grace
America the Beautiful
Be Still My Soul
Be Thou My Vision
Eternal Father, Strong To Save
For the Beauty of the Earth
Guide Me, O Great Redeemer
Holy, Holy, Holy
Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee
Let Us Break Bread Together
Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
My Country, 'Tis of Thee
Nearer My God to Thee
O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
Praise God from Whom All Blessings FlowRock of Ages
Shall We Gather at the River
We Gather Together
Were You There
