Go Tell It On The Mountain - Intermediate Piano Arrangement No. 2

Sacred

Difficulty Level: 4

(4,500 Points)

Description:

“Go Tell It On The Mountain - Intermediate Piano Arrangement No. 2” is classified as a Level 4 Piano work worth 4,500 points within the Road to Virtuosity progression system. It is categorized under Intermediate Piano Arrangements → Hymns - Christmas and is part of the Sacred collection. The sheet music for “Go Tell It On The Mountain - Intermediate Piano Arrangement No. 2” provided on this website is available for non-commercial use. This means it may be downloaded, printed, studied, and performed for personal or educational purposes, but it may not be sold, redistributed commercially, or used as part of a paid product without permission.

“Go Tell It On The Mountain” is arranged here as a lively swing-style piano piece by Pablo Havenstein. The arrangement keeps the energetic spiritual character of the tune while adding syncopated rhythm, bluesy touches, and a fuller keyboard texture. The music is marked Swing and begins at mezzo forte, giving the piece a bright, rhythmic sound from the start.

Measures 1–5 introduce the main groove and opening phrase. The right hand presents the melody with a swung rhythmic feel, while the left hand supports with steady chord tones and bass movement. The one-flat key signature gives the arrangement a warm sound, and the opening texture immediately establishes the upbeat gospel-style character.

Measures 6–10 continue the melody with more motion between the hands. The right hand keeps the tune clear, while the left hand adds rhythmic support underneath. The arrangement uses repeated figures and small syncopated patterns to make the familiar melody feel more active and playful.

Measures 11–15 move into a fuller middle section. The hands become more involved, with the right hand shaping the melody above thicker accompaniment patterns. The swing style remains steady, and the harmony gives the phrase a stronger sense of movement before returning toward the final part of the tune.

Measures 16–21 bring the arrangement to a confident close. The right hand continues the main melodic material while the left hand supports with a firm rhythmic foundation. The final measures settle the harmony clearly and give the piece an energetic ending that matches the joyful character of the spiritual.

Interesting fact: “Go Tell It On The Mountain” has appeared in many Christmas recordings, television specials, and film soundtracks because its gospel energy brings a very different color from quieter carols like “Silent Night.” Its strong refrain and spiritual roots make it especially effective in scenes or performances that need Christmas music with movement, celebration, and public proclamation.

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