Hymn Tune Variations

Hymn Tune Variations is a setting of the famous English hymn “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” which employs the American folk tune NETTLETON. The variations re-harmonize this popular melody using a solo instrument with marimba and piano. This setting is perfect for church as well as recital.

Program Notes

Hymn Tune Variations is a setting of the famous English hymn “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” which employs the American folk tune NETTLETON. The variations re-harmonize this popular melody using a solo instrument with marimba and piano. This setting is perfect for church as well as recital.

Grade Level: 2
Copyright: 2014
Number of Players: 3
Duration: 3:15
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Type: Trio
Category: Percussion; Woodwind; String

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Instrumentation

Viola*
Marimba (4-octave)
Piano

*Set includes optional parts for Violin, B-flat Clarinet, & Alto Saxophone (replacing the Viola part).