Composer Arranger Performer
John Newman is a composer, arranger and performer in many musical genres. He has worked in styles as diverse as soundtracks, art songs, choral, rock and roll, new age, and the electroacoustic avant garde.
His mother used to say, "He was just the opposite of my other sons. With them it was, 'Get in here and practice the piano!' With John it was, 'Get off the piano and go outside!'"
John brings a lyrical sense and innate fire to his music, born from his background as a trumpet player and coupled with a deep connection to his faith. He has written for radio, been commissioned by choirs and chamber groups and writen several solo vocal and instrumental works. John is equally at home in the studio as he is in the concert hall, having co-produced an indie rock album in addition to creating his own music.
Currently, John is living in Utah with his wife and four children. He writes for local groups and works closely with the Salty Cricket Composer's Collective, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the works of living Utah composers.
Accept Thee This House
SATB hymn written for the re-dedication of the Tooele Utah North Stake LDS Church building.
Battle Hymn of the Republic
A capella SATB arrangement with piano reduction for rehearsals. All original verses are included.
Love At Home - Songs of the Heart Medely
Medely of beloved a LDS Primary song and hymn. For SATB Choir + children's voices and piano accompaniment.
O Ye Mountains High
For SATB and piano.
Priesthood of Our Lord
Written with young men (Aaronic Priesthood age) in mind, it is for two voices in harmony, and round, with piano accompaniment.
Reverently and Meekly, Now
Hymn arrangement or SATB and organ.
Free Sheet Music for Choirs
Choose from a selection of choral arrangments and original compostistions. Each is provided as a FREE PDF DOWLOAD. Most all are suitable for amateur choirs.
The only thing I ask is that if you or your choir performs them, to please contact me . Let me know the performance date, the names of the performers, and how large the audience was.
I know that sounds weird, but trust me. It's important. It's part of what allows me to provide these for free.
Welcome to the Office
Do you have any questions about John Newman or
his music?
Interested in commissioning John for your choir, chamber group, or orchestra?
Or are you looking for a special peice just for yourself?
Either way, please fill out the form on the left and let John know what's on your mind.
Just close the door when you leave, please.
My Music Friends
J. Ashley Hall - Choral and instrumental composer with a lot of free resources for church choirs.
M. Ryan Taylor - Amazing composer and vocalist. Be sure to check out Ryan's CD's, operas and amazing resources for vocalists.
Mark Hansen - Singer/Songwriter specializing in Rock and Roll with LDS themes. Be sure to check out his CD's! (Okay, that was self serving. I did some arranging and studio work for him on his first two albums.)
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