Contemporary church hymns for clarinet students
Church Hymns for Clarinet with Piano Accompaniment
What Is This Book?
Church Hymns for Clarinet with Piano Accompaniment is a collection of timeless Christian hymns arranged for clarinet with expressive piano backing and online MP3 audio tracks. It blends classic church melodies with fresh, contemporary harmonies while keeping the parts accessible for developing players. Ideal for worship, lessons, and home practice, it gives clarinetists a meaningful way to play favorite hymns with full support from the piano.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is ideal for late elementary through advanced clarinet players, roughly ages 9–adult.
It works well for school music programs, private lessons, church ensembles, youth worship teams, and home learners.
Students can use it for offertories, preludes, solos, recitals, and family worship at home.
Adult learners and returning players will also find the arrangements satisfying yet approachable.
What Makes This Book Easy for Kids to Learn?
The clarinet parts are written with clear, readable notation that supports younger eyes and developing readers.
Melodies sit comfortably within a common student range, avoiding unnecessary technical extremes.
Rhythms are chosen to be logical and singable, often reflecting the way the hymn is sung in church.
Piano accompaniments provide steady harmonic support, helping kids feel the beat, stay in tune, and build confidence.
Familiar hymn tunes make it easier for children to learn by ear as they strengthen their music reading.
What Music Does the Book Include?
This collection focuses on well‑known Christian church hymns that many students will recognize and may already sing.
It includes classics such as “Amazing Grace,” “How Great Thou Art,” and “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” along with other beloved worship standards.
The settings lean toward a contemporary worship style while still honoring the traditional hymn character.
Most pieces are arranged as clarinet solo with piano accompaniment, suitable for church services, recitals, and studio performances.
Are There Fun Extras Included?
Yes. This book includes online MP3 audio tracks so students can hear each hymn performed and practice along with the piano accompaniment.
Lyrics are provided, allowing students and families to sing, reflect on the words, or coordinate with vocalists during services.
What’s Inside the Book?
Twenty classic Christian church hymns arranged for clarinet and piano
Contemporary harmonies that refresh traditional hymn tunes
Readable clarinet parts suitable for a wide range of skill levels
Expressive piano accompaniments that support the soloist
Printed lyrics for each hymn for singing and worship use
Online MP3 audio tracks for listening, practice, and performance preparation
Arrangements suitable for church services, lessons, and recitals
Skills Your Child Will Learn
Clarinet tone and breath control
Steady rhythm and counting with accompaniment
Music reading and hymn notation familiarity
Playing in tune with piano
Phrasing and musical expression in lyrical melodies
Dynamic control (soft and loud playing)
Confidence performing in church and group settings
Listening skills while playing with a pianist or backing track
How to Use This Book
Teachers can assign hymns as lesson pieces to develop tone, phrasing, and expressive playing.
Parents can encourage students to use the MP3 tracks for at‑home practice, treating them like a built‑in accompanist.
Church music leaders can program these arrangements for youth or adult clarinet solos during services, preludes, or special events.
Students can prepare pieces for school concerts, recitals, and juries where sacred music is welcome.
Home learners can work slowly through the collection, using familiar melodies to strengthen reading and confidence.
Players can also collaborate with a pianist in church, studio, or home settings to experience real ensemble performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is required for this book?
The clarinet parts are written for late elementary through intermediate players, but more advanced students can use them musically in worship and performance.
Do I need a pianist to use this book?
A live pianist is ideal, but the included online MP3 audio tracks provide full piano accompaniments so students can practice and perform even without a keyboard player.
Can this be used in church services?
Yes. The hymns and arrangements are designed specifically for worship settings, including solos, preludes, offertories, and special music.
Are the hymn lyrics included?
Yes. Lyrics are printed so students, families, and congregations can connect the music with the words of each hymn.
Is this book suitable for adult beginners?
Adult beginners with basic reading skills will find the melodies accessible and spiritually meaningful, especially when combined with the supportive piano parts and recordings.
Learn More
Versions for other instruments are available to mix and match. For additional music tutorials and demonstrations, visit the official Music Fun Books YouTube Channel.
Where to get it
Available now on Amazon.