The Easy Hymn Fake Book: Over 150 Songs in the Key of "C" [Paperback]

Hal Leonard Corp. (Creator)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 1, 2002

Perfect for players new to "faking," the latest title in our popular "beginner" series of fake books features all songs in the key of C with large notation and simplified harmonies and melodies. This collection gathers more than 150 of the most beloved hymns of all time, and includes multiple verses. Songs: Abide with Me * All Glory, Laud and Honor * All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name * Amazing Grace * Battle Hymn of the Republic * Be Thou My Vision * Blessed Assurance * The Church's One Foundation * Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing * Count Your Blessings * Faith of Our Fathers * God of Our Fathers * Higher Ground * How Firm a Foundation * I Love to Tell the Story * I Surrender All * In the Garden * Jesus Paid It All * Just as I Am * A Mighty Fortress Is Our God * Nearer, My God, to Thee * The Old Rugged Cross * Onward, Christian Soldiers * Rock of Ages * Sweet Hour of Prayer * This Is My Father's World * We Gather Together * and more!

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About the Author

Founded in 1947, Hal Leonard Corporation has become the worlds largest print music publisher, representing some of the greatest songwriters and artists of all time. We are proud to publish titles of interest to all musicians as well as music lovers, from songbooks and instructional titles to artist biographies and instrument price guides to books about the music industry and all the performing arts.

Product Details

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• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation (December 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0634047361
• ISBN-13: 978-0634047367
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #46,704 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #16 in Books > Christian Books & Bibles > Music
  • #41 in Books > Arts & Photography > Music > Theory, Composition & Performance > Sheet Music & Scores > Forms & Genres > Lieder & Art Songs

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for Beginners in Violin and other "C" instruments, December 16, 2003

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Rachelle Ayala (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Easy Hymn Fake Book: Over 150 Songs in the Key of "C" (Paperback)

This fake book has all of your favorite hymns in the key of "C", with easy-to-read large music notation, simplified chords and includes all of the verses for sing along. It is perfect for beginners and has a binding that will lay flat on the music stand. All the well-known verses (including multiple) are included under the notes. Finally, unlike other fakebooks that try to crowd several songs together in one page, or split them between pages, this book fits one song per page with large readable type.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loving it!, June 13, 2008

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N. Mauldin "Nana Nancy" (Texas) - See all my reviews
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I knew there had to be an easier way to play piano. I'll never be a concert pianist, but I am able to enjoy playing for my own enjoyment. With the vocal training I have had, and an explanation of chords, I am able to play the old hymns I grew up with. This is easy and fun.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a great song book!!!, August 31, 2007

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J. Riddle "The Cook" - See all my reviews
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I love this Easy Hymn Fake Book and the Easy Gospel Fake Book both. Wish I'd have had some like it many years ago! They make playing so much easier. Piano or guitar! I even bought some extra for my new chord-style piano students. The large bold print is easy for my old eyes to read. I'm also impressed by the great chord selections and placements, just how my ear likes to hear the old songs of the Lord.