Modern Hymn Arrangements for All Ages
Church Hymns
What Is This Book?
Church Hymns is a collection of twenty beloved Christian hymns arranged with fresh, contemporary harmonies while preserving their timeless, sacred character. Each piece is written to be accessible for developing players yet rich enough to sound full and expressive in church services, lessons, and home worship. With modern-sounding arrangements, included lyrics, and online MP3 audio tracks, this book bridges traditional hymns and today’s worship style.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for late-beginner to intermediate musicians, generally ages 9 and up, who can read basic notation and are ready for fuller harmonies.
It works well for private lessons, church musicians, school chapel programs, youth worship teams, small ensembles, and home learners wanting to support family or congregational singing.
Adult beginners or returning players who love hymns will also find these arrangements rewarding and approachable.
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
The arrangements use clear, singable melodies supported by sophisticated yet playable harmonies that fit comfortably under the hands.
Rhythms are straightforward and repetitive enough for young learners to grasp quickly, while still sounding rich and “grown up.”
Consistent layouts, clear notation, and logical phrasing help students follow the music without feeling overwhelmed, making it easier for kids to succeed in both practice and performance.
What Music Does the Book Include?
Church Hymns focuses on classic, much-loved Christian hymns that many children and families already know from worship.
You’ll find favorites such as “Amazing Grace,” “How Great Thou Art,” and “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” along with other traditional hymns arranged in a modern, harmonically interesting style.
The collection is suitable for church services, school chapels, recitals, family devotions, and group singing.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
This book includes access to online MP3 audio tracks that demonstrate the arrangements and support practice and performance, plus printed lyrics so players can sing or accompany singers with confidence.
What’s Inside the Book?
Twenty beloved Christian hymns arranged with contemporary harmonies
Clear, accessible notation suitable for late-beginner and intermediate players
Arrangements designed for use in worship services, recitals, and home devotion
Lyrics included for every hymn to support singing and congregational use
Online MP3 audio tracks for listening and play-along support
Thoughtful blend of traditional melodies with a more modern musical sound
Arrangements that work well for solo performance or leading group singing
Music that honors the hymns’ sacred roots while adding fresh energy
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Stronger reading of hymn-style notation
Steady rhythm and confident timing in worship music
Melody and harmony awareness in a church setting
Accompaniment skills for congregational or family singing
Dynamic contrast and expressive phrasing
Listening skills through use of the online audio tracks
Confidence performing sacred music in front of others
Musical sensitivity to both traditional and contemporary worship sounds
How to Use This Book
Use Church Hymns in weekly lessons to build reading, rhythm, and accompaniment skills using familiar sacred melodies.
Assign a few hymns for home practice, then invite your child to share them in family devotions or small gatherings to grow performance confidence.
Church musicians can select pieces directly for services, preludes, offertories, and congregational accompaniment.
Teachers can incorporate the hymns into chapel programs, recitals, and ensemble arrangements, using the audio tracks as listening examples or play-along support.
Students can learn favorite hymns first for motivation, then explore the full collection to expand their worship repertoire.
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult are the arrangements in Church Hymns?
They are written for late-beginner to intermediate players who can read basic notation and are ready for fuller, contemporary-sounding harmonies.
Can these hymns be used in church services?
Yes. The arrangements are specifically designed for worship use—perfect for preludes, offertories, communion, and congregational singing support.
Do the hymns include lyrics?
Yes. Lyrics are provided so players can sing, accompany singers, or support congregational worship.
Is audio included with the book?
Yes. You get online MP3 audio tracks that demonstrate each hymn and help students practice timing, phrasing, and style.
Is this book suitable for adult learners?
Absolutely. Adult beginners and returning players who love traditional hymns will appreciate the accessible arrangements and modern harmonies.
Learn More
For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.