Shirl Jae Atwell

This is a rockin' version of this ancient tune.

This is a rockin' version of this ancient tune.

This upbeat setting of "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" starts with a funky Latin bass line in the low strings. Fragments of the tune enter with some cool syncopated patterns; some of these patterns come...

This popular folk/fiddle tune, set in D Major, is a productive exercise in syncopation and maintaining a steady tempo. All sections have a shot at the familiar tune and Atwell's signature twists of ha...

This one really rocks!

Sinfonia No. 15 by Johann Sebastian Bach, originally for piano solo, is now available for string orchestras because of Shirl Jae Atwell's musical arrangement. Sinfonia No. 15 arranged in the original...

ENCHANTEN is a magical piece that mystifies and charms at the same time. Its effect is that of being in a magical garden where wondrous things occur to delight the senses. The mood is mysterious and w...

Circinus is a Latin word meaning circle. And in music, a circle of organized sound is a canon. The theme of this canon weaves itself through the voices; sometimes in unison, octaves, as a duet, a trio...

Circinus is a Latin word meaning circle. And in music, a circle of organized sound is a canon. The theme of this canon weaves itself through the voices; sometimes in unison, octaves, as a duet, a trio...

Circinus is a Latin word meaning circle. And in music, a circle of organized sound is a canon. The theme of this canon weaves itself through the voices; sometimes in unison, octaves, as a duet, a trio...

Bluegrass music is an important part of Kentucky's rich musical heritage. Bluegrass musicians often participate in jam sessions where music is spontaneously created. 'Kentucky Jam' brings to life the...

Bluegrass music is an important part of Kentucky's rich musical heritage. Bluegrass musicians often participate in jam sessions where music is spontaneously created. 'Kentucky Jam' brings to life the...

Bluegrass music is an important part of Kentucky's rich musical heritage. Bluegrass musicians often participate in jam sessions where music is spontaneously created. 'Kentucky Jam' brings to life the...

'Mercurius' is a medieval Latin noun used to describe messengers, of which the Roman god Mercury is most famous. Eloquence and swiftness are characteristics attributed to these couriers and that is re...

'Mercurius' is a medieval Latin noun used to describe messengers, of which the Roman god Mercury is most famous. Eloquence and swiftness are characteristics attributed to these couriers and that is re...

Jeunesse is a French word used to describe 'the time of one's youth,' which is reflected in this music that is carefree, yet bittersweet. This lovely piece has a lilting quality that demands attention...

Jeunesse is a French word used to describe 'the time of one's youth,' which is reflected in this music that is carefree, yet bittersweet. This lovely piece has a lilting quality that demands attention...

Adapted from a dance tune of the 1600s, this is a lively tune and very dance-like. The melody is light-hearted and carefree. As with any dance music, maintaining the rhythmic vigor is crucial. Gaiety...

A paean is a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph, and very much in keeping with the feeling of a jubilant march. Get in the spirit and celebrate life. (2:40)

A paean is a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph, and very much in keeping with the feeling of a jubilant march. Get in the spirit and celebrate life. (2:40)

A paean is a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph, and very much in keeping with the feeling of a jubilant march. Get in the spirit and celebrate life. (2:40)

'Arousing wonder and inquisitiveness' - that is mystère. And this piece exemplifies, through music, the wonder and incomprehension of a mystery with melodies and counter melodies throughout. (3:15)

'Arousing wonder and inquisitiveness' - that is mystère. And this piece exemplifies, through music, the wonder and incomprehension of a mystery with melodies and counter melodies throughout. (3:15)

'Arousing wonder and inquisitiveness' - that is mystère. And this piece exemplifies, through music, the wonder and incomprehension of a mystery with melodies and counter melodies throughout. (3:15)

This lighthearted, carefree work is easy to remember upon hearing. It has a snappy rhythm that makes you want to dance to its lively tune. Minstrels were musicians who traveled throughout the countrys...