Traditional; Arranged by Elena Fortin
Amazing Grace is a beautiful, traditional hymn with well-known lyrics penned by John Newton. The original hymn was published in 1779, with the words written in 1772!
This piece is one of those songs that can be used for many different reasons. I’ve heard it used in worship services, as a hymn of praise and faith, as celebration of life lived, and as a prayer of thanksgiving.
About the arrangement
This arrangement is for the intermediate player. The arrangement is simple, but should be played expressively. Make the melody sing! Each repetition of the hymn is slightly different: the second repetition uses the harmonic framework/structure but introduces a new invented melody by me. (You can hum the melodic line of Amazing Grace over the top of this second repetition and you’ll see what I mean).
The very last repetition of the verse should be played “allargando” which means slightly slower, and more broadly. Enjoy those left hand octave notes and full chords!
Video Performance
Purchase Information
Clicking on the link below will bring you to a new site: Sheet Music Plus. This piece is in the public domain–this particular arrangement is under copyright by Elena Fortin Music.
Sheet Music Plus – Amazing Grace
Sheet Music Sample
