DOWNLOAD

MONK, William H. – Choral Song ‘Abide With Me’ – FOUR CELLOS (easy)

Other Identification:
William Henry Monk (1823–1889) was an English organist, church musician and music editor who composed popular hymn tunes, including “Eventide”, used for the hymn “Abide with Me”, and “All Things Bright and Beautiful”.

In 1852, he became organist and choirmaster at St Matthias’ Church, Stoke Newington, where he made many changes: plainchant was used in singing psalms, and the music performed was more appropriate to the church calendar. By now, Monk was also arranging hymns, as well as writing his own hymn melodies.

In 1857, his talents as composer, arranger, and editor were recognized when he was appointed the musical editor of ‘Hymns Ancient and Modern’ – these became some of the best-selling hymn books ever produced.

In 1874, Monk was appointed professor of vocal studies at King’s College, and subsequently he accepted similar posts at two other prestigious London music schools. Monk remained active in composition in his later years, writing not only hymn tunes but also anthems and other works. In 1882 Durham University bestowed him an honorary award.

Movements or sections:
Song Miniature, marked ‘Andante’. It is so short that it is suggested to be repeated in two or three verses.

Instrumentation: QUARTET OF FOUR CELLOS (easy)
Also possible with larger ensembles
Arranged by David Johnstone

Downloads of 2 PDFs:
[1 – General Score
[2 – All individual parts

Approximate difficulty: EASY
The version for cello ensemble is fairly easy. Only the first part ventures out of first position, though the chosen key of A Major means that all parts have some (forward) extensions. It is equally convincing played by four solo cellos or by larger cello ensembles of any size!

Go back to this section and continue searching for more music

Go to COLLECTION POINT to receive all selected items

Poster of Johnstone-Music

Who plays Johnstone-Music?

Johnstone Music has been performed by orchestras and conservatories worldwide, earning international recognition in cello repertoire.

Free sheet music

Instantly download a wide variety of scores – from cello solos and chamber works to orchestral parts and educational material

How do free downloads work?

Please enjoy looking around the very large selection of music offered, and the information given for each piece or work. When you find music you want, simply click “Yes, I wish to download this music”.

You can then either continue searching or go to the Collection Point to receive the music. You can order up to ten PDFs in each session (once per day).

The very first time you receive music, you will need to register on this site with the briefest details, of course at no cost at all. Then, on subsequent visits, you simply ‘log in’.

It is hoped to launch a special viewer subscription for unlimited access in the near future.

Practising good intentions

This site includes a wealth of historical and modern documents, photos, and music — some obviously of unknown or untraceable origin. Johnstone-Music makes no intent of financial gain from sharing the material; any royalties happily belonging to the original owners.

We believe that virtually anyone would appreciate the educational and academic value of sharing, and we’re happy to credit (and thank) any name. However, please be assured that if any copyright holder were to firmly object to the inclusion of something in their domain we would promptly remove said item upon request.

Personal

David Johnstone lives near Pamplona (Navarre, Spain) with his wife Rosa and their two “Spanglish” children, close to the Atlantic Pyrenees. The nearest international airport is Bilbao.

He is interested in world affairs, politics, animal rights, and most sports (including being a lifelong suffering Reading FC fan!). Also passionate about Celtic culture and genealogy, he has traced his ‘English’ family back to 1280, although Scotland and Ireland have also shaped his background. And yes — he is half-ashamed to admit it, he loves silly jokes!

Social Work

David Johnstone supports animal rights, he is against any form of abuse towards them, and says a loud “NO” to bullfighting, foxhunting and any other animal cruelty.

TORTURE IS NOT CULTURE !