The sheet music arrangements below are displayed
in alphabetical order under
String Quartets (SQ), String Orchestra (SO) Other Combos & Songs
Many of the arrangements on this page are for the original works of James (Jim) A. Stewart.
Most of them are for his well received The Marco Polo Suite- A Folk Opera
Jim is a Canadian composer living in New Brunswick , Canada.
His works are many and they are notable.
His songs and instrumental works create an emotional connection with audiences and performers .
I hope in some small way my arrangements encourage musicians to explore, enjoy and share his
wonderful memorable works with their audiences.
Christine (Chris) Sollows Chase
Contact : Christine Chase by email if you have questions or would like to purchase an arrangement . epcommusic@gmail.com or by phone: 506-693-6819
(SQ)String Quartets
SQ Price range from : $12,00 to $20.00
(SQ) Anthem for the Wind & Water
(SQ) Australia
(SQ) Bully’s Hornpipe
(SQ) Bully’s Hornpipe
(SQ) The Calm
(SQ) Carol’s Waltz
(SQ) A Christmas Card
Ding Dong Merrily on High,
Good King Wenceslas, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
& the Holly and the Ivy
(SQ) Coventry Carol & The Holly & the Ivy
(SQ) Ding Dong Merrily on High
(SQ) God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
(SQ) Good King Wenceslas
(SQ) Lament for Owen Christy
who died and buried on Partridge Island, never having set foot
on Canada’s mainland.
(SQ) The Storm
(SQ) To the Ends of the Earth
(SO)String Orchestra
SO Prices range from $20.00 – $30.00
(SO) Anthem for the Wind and Water
(SO) Australia
to be performed
underneath a narration
(SO) Bully’s Hornpipe
(SO) The Calm
to be performed after
The Storm
(SO) Carol’s Waltz
(SO) A Christmas Card
Ding Dong Merrily on High,
Good King Wenceslas, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
& the Holly and the Ivy
(SO) Coventry Carol & The Holy & the Ivy
(SO) Ding Dong Merrily on High
(SO) To the Ends of the Earth
(SO) God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
(SO) Good King Wenceslas
(SO) Lament for Owen Christy
(SO) The Storm
to be performed before
The Calm
Other Combos
Combo Prices range from $25.00 to $60.00 depending upon instrumentation & number of parts and size of score requested.
Fanfare for the Marco Polo
Brass Choir & Timpani
Marco Polo shanty
The Wind in the Cedars
(SQuartet +) Clarinet in A
can be performed with String Orchestra
senza Bass as well
Anthem for the Wind and Water
(SO+ ) Piccolo, Oboe ,Tubular Chimes
Bully’s Hornpipe
(SO)+
Piccolo, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet,
Bassoon & PercussioN
The Calm
(SO+ ) Woodwind Quintet
for performance after
The Storm
Coventry Carol
(SO+) Woodwind Quintet
Joyous Meanderings
Wind in the Cedars
(SQ+ Clarinet in A)
The Storm
Symphonic Orchestra
to be performed before
The Calm
Songs
Song Prices range from $20.00 to $60.00 depending upon instrumentation & number of parts and size of score requested.
Edwin’s Song
Is available as a 9 min & 43 sec song .
The following 5 listings are excerpts from this song telling the story of Edwin’s voyage to Australia
on the Marco Polo .
Edwin’s Song I: Departure
(SO +Woodwinds)
Baritone Solo & Male Chorus
My name is Edwin Bird and a merchantman am I
I left the Salt House Dock. It was March of ’53.
I bade farewell to England’s charms and took the Marco Polo,
on a voyage to Australia where fortune beckoned me.
Edwin’s Song II:
Underway
(SO +Woodwinds)
Baritone Solo, Male Chorus
We ran 12 knots off Holyhead our second day at sea
With every lady on board sick and any of the men.
On Wednesday it turned to calm
and later in the evening
There was dancing, there was singing.
The band played once again.
Edwin’s Song III:
Troubles on Board
(Baritone Solo, Male Chorus WWs + Strings)
We started up a paper to be issued once a week.
It caused disatisfaction, as it pointed out some blame.
A sailor on the 21st was roped because of stealing.
For a little rum filled bottle , the mate had spoiled his game.
Edwin’s Song: IV
Hope Renewed
Baritone Solo, Male Chorus
WWINDs + Strings
We reached the famed Equator it was hot on April twelfth.
With music , wine and champagne and the passengers in white. We went through squalls near Rio’s coast and on the 22nd, we passed the Cape in slack breeze with flying fish in sight.
Edwin’s Song: V Arrival
Baritone Solo, Male Chorus
Woodwinds & SO
On Saturday the 28th we finally saw a light.
A plot came on board next day,
when we went through the reach…
Sailing Toward the Sun
(SO) +
Vocal Trio: Mezzo Soprano
Tenor & Baritone
With our sons and with our daughters we are cast upon the waters Saint Michael stand beside us, Saint Brendan safely guide us,
as we Sail toward the sun…..
as they cross the Atlantic on the Marco Polo
Sarah’s Farewell
Mezzo Soprano Solo
Flute, Clarinet ,Bass Clarinet
Viola, Cello,& Contrabass
My father used to work the land, he was a tenant farmer.
He used to take me by the hand, we’d walk the fields together. I’d reach for stars and touch the moon when in his arms he’d hold me but now he says we’re leaving soon my heart grows cold and lonely…And I am so afraid…and I am so afraid to go.
Sarah’s Farewell
Soprano Solo
Viola, Cello & Contrabass, Flute,
English Horn, Fr. Horn in F
Southern Cross
A Lullaby
(Mezzo Sop, Flte., Harp, VA.,VC., CB)
There’s a light in the distant darkness tonight.
Soon we’ll be there, tomorrow I swear, May the fire in our heart and eyes be as bright . This is my silent prayer.
So rest, baby rest, by the shining be blest...
To the Ends of the Earth
(SO)+
Baritone Solo
They came from the whole world over, drawn to this lonely shore. These scattered and driven exiles, aching for something more. Through darkness and flight, through long winters night they
clung to this rugged space. By reaching for each new promise,
carving a home and place.
To the Ends of the Earth
Baritone Solo & SATB Chorus
(SO+ Brass Choir)
We Built this Old Ship
Bass-Baritone Solo
(SO + Harp)
Arrangements Available for Perusal.
If you have an interest in seeing the full scores please contact :
email Christine at: epcommusic@gmail.com
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