Temples of the Lord (New Song by Cody Weinmann)

Here is the first of many songs that I am writing the music to and the first of many posts on this site. It's called "Temples of the Lord," a song that depicts an end to the culture and the decisiveness of the Lord's plan. Here's the rough take of this song in a youtube video below.

I hope your hearts are well with this message. Let it take some time to soak in.

Cody

Current Pieces I Have on Sheet Music Plus

Hello Fellow Musicians,

I am writing this post to say that the following links are to pieces that I have written that are now for sale on Sheet Music Plus. Feel free to tap each one of the links and browse through the pieces to see which one is right for you. Here they are below:

Ave Maria

Mary for Band

Cartoon for Clarinet in B-flat and Piano.

Viva

Sacred and Secular

Variations of the Deep and Humurous for Solo Clarinet

Fire In My Soul (Lead Sheet)

The Man I Love (originally composed by George Gershwin, Arr. by Cody Weinmann

There is more coming to upload soon! Take a look at these if you're a musician and see what you think!

New Single "It Ain't Paradise" Out on Itunes!

Hello all!

I am pleased to announce that my new single from the upcoming CD entitled "Over" called "It Ain't Paradise," is now live on iTunes for your listening pleasure. It's a deep rock song that is reminiscence of the sounds and textures of Coldplay, paired with a little more than a slice of The Eagles' rock grooves. It's a song that simply says, "This life may not be the best, but I've got your love and it's alright with me."

Below is sampling if you want to hear it:

Here are the lyrics to follow along with:

You make it

So easy to see,

Where ever I go,

You're always right before me, yeah.

You make it

Just so warm, so right,

Just a little bit of your love,

Can bring day from night.

Where we're living,

It ain't paradise

But it's all right.

It ain't paradise

But it's all right with me.

It's just

So hard to exist

Without you I feel as I've been

knocked from the list.

I just have

So many problems to solve,

But we will get through it,

I promise I can do it,

I just need a little more from you.

We're living,

It aint paradise, but it's alright

It ain't paradise but it's alright with me.

I don't know

Where I can go,

I feel so directionless,

But with you I have a home,

And I see success, baby, let's go.

Come and get your copy of "It Ain't Paradise" here, available now.

My Top Picks for Easter Sheet Music 2014

Happy Easter!!

How are you all doing? I hope all is well.

I am doing a post of favorite Easter songs and pieces that could be used to capture the spirit of this day--supposedly the day celebrated for the Son of God's resurrection. I hope you are all celebrating this day with love and light and blessings with your family and friends. If you are in the market for some new sheet music, here are my picks for Easter. 

To The Lord, Sing a New Song.

This piece is based on the scripture in Psalms 96 where the people of place and time are seeking the Lord and singing him a new song of praise for the mourning. It is perfect for Easter, Thanksgiving and regular praising sessions everywhere. You can view, listen and buy it here.

Popular Arrangements of Hymns:

A collection of favorite hymns for new age piano solo, as well as a three SA/SATB harmony songs, and three original compositions by Chas Hathaway. For more information, visit http://chashathaway.com/ldssheetmusic Music included in this sheet music book: All Creatures of Our God and King Amazing Grace Battle Hymn of the Republic Beautiful Savior Come Thou Fount Come, Come Ye Saints How Great Thou Art Wide As Eternity The Fourth Day (original music by Chas) If You Could Hie to Kolob If You Could Hie to Kolob (for SATB choir) Praise to the Man (soprano/alto duet) That Easter Morn The Lord is My Shepherd We'll Bring the World His Truth Gethsemane, (for SATB choir, original song by Chas) How Gentle God's Commands.

You could view, listen and purchase a copy here. 

Good Christian Friends Rejoice and Sing

This popular piece is a calming reason to celebrate the love of the spirit of Jesus Christ and give you a chance to be God's man. It says in scripture that those who weep shall rejoice at the sight and power of the Lord. This is the perfect piece to sing praises to the Lord with. View and listen here. 

Those are my top three picks for Christians everywhere. Enjoy these and have a happy rest-of-Easter.

"Fire In My Soul" Lead Sheet Now Available on Sheet Music Plus

Hey! Is anyone out there?

Hi, it's Cody Weinmann, composer, here again with another post...

What seems to be the long-awaited lead sheet sheet music to one of my best songs called "Fire In My Soul" is finally live on Sheet Music Plus for all of you to download and listen to if you feel so inclined. There are two versions of the piece, one in E-flat minor and one in E-minor. You can choose whichever version is the best suits your singing style and voice. They are both available for download. Just be sure and click the 'Sheet Music Plus' link that will lead you to a search for it. You'll also be able to find both versions here and here.

Here is a little blurb about the piece:

"Fire In My Soul"--one song about longing and passion that shall never be forgotten. It is sung in choral or operatic style, guaranteed to warrant many performances that will bring audiences to tears. It is a good piece for intermediate singers in that it has alternating eighth note and sixteenth note rhythms in the vocals. This makes it a pleasant challenge to sing. It is only the chords and vocal part transposed in E-flat minor for one and E minor for the other.

Here on Youtube is the original version of the song:

Here, also on Youtube, is another version of the song (In E Minor):

Hopefully, this song will be of great inspiration to you all! Up and coming is the actual sheet music for piano/guitar chords and vocals in both keys.

Until next time,

Happy Easter!

Breezes

Hello musical family,

I know I have been away for a while. I want to go back now and bring your attention to a new piece that I recently finished. Note that there is no score for this piece is non-existent, but it is a good piece to listen to if accompanied by a creepy film. It was to be on an album of mood music that I have yet to finish. The piece is very atmospheric and quaint but shadowy with a lot of debt--all at once. Here, take a listen:

Until next time, take care and happy music making!!

All About "Palladio"

Welcome Viewers,

Today starts a series where I am promoting various pieces of music that I feel make great contributions to the classical repertoire of music--preferably the pieces that make up the current contemporary classical music generation.

For the first piece I'd like to recommend all people interested in becoming band directors to take a listen to "Palladio" by Karl Jenkins. The strong points of the piece include the eighth note melody that is the main cornerstone of the whole piece. This is followed by a repetitious 8th note build on the same note with slowly changing chords throughout the progression of the eighth note build.

It would be perfect for an intermediate advanced and advanced band ensemble. It is short enough for a beginning high school bands to tackle at end-of-quarter or semester concerts. So, band directors, this would literally be the perfect finishing piece that your band or wind ensemble needs.

Go here to get a copy of "Palladio."