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Imagine

Music by John Lennon

Originally Performed by John Lennon

"Imagine" was the best-selling single of his solo career, its lyrics encourage the listener to imagine a world at peace without the barriers of borders or the divisions of religion and nationality, and to consider the possibility that the focus of humanity should be living a life unattached to material possessions.

Lennon and Yoko Ono co-produced the song and album of the same name with Phil Spector. Recording began at Lennon's home studio at Tittenhurst Park, England, in May 1971, with final overdubs taking place at the Record Plant, in New York City, during July. One month after the September release of the LP, Lennon released "Imagine" as a single in the United States; the song peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100 and the LP reached number one on the UK chart in November, later becoming the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed album of Lennon's solo career. Although not originally released as a single in the United Kingdom, it was released in 1975 to promote a compilation LP and it reached number six in the chart that year. The song has since sold more than 1.6 million copies in the UK; it reached number one following Lennon's murder in December 1980. In 1985, Central Park memorialized a portion of the park with a mosaic that reads "Imagine" in honor of Lennon.

BMI named "Imagine" one of the 100 most-performed songs of the 20th century. The song ranked number 30 on the Recording Industry Association of America's list of the 365 Songs of the Century bearing the most historical significance. It earned a Grammy Hall of Fame Award and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll. A UK survey conducted by the Guinness World Records British Hit Singles Book named it the second best single of all time, while Rolling Stone ranked it number three in their list of "The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time". Since 2005, event organisers have played it just before the New Year's Times Square Ball drops in New York City. Dozens of artists have performed or recorded versions of "Imagine", including Madonna, Stevie Wonder, Joan Baez,

    Release Date: 1971 on the album Imagine
Awards
2016 - Boston Harmony Sweepstakes Best Original Arrangement


Imagine

Imagine

The Beatles

“Imagine all the people living life in peace.” The timeless lyrics of this John Lennon classic really resonate in these times in a powerful way. The warm choral textures of this a cappella setting speak directly to the heart.

Voicing: SATB


Imagine

Imagine

The Beatles

Any time, any year is the right time for this message. Here is a heart felt vocal jazz arrangement of this classic.

Voicing: SATB


Imagine

Imagine

The Beatles

“Imagine all the people living life in peace.” The timeless lyrics of this John Lennon classic really resonate in these times in a powerful way. The warm choral textures of this a cappella setting speak directly to the heart.

Voicing: SATB


Imagine

Imagine

John Lennon

The emotional impact of John Lennon's classic is most timely in today's world. An expressive setting. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:20.

Voicing: SATB


Imagine

Imagine

The Beatles

Any time, any year is the right time for this message. Here is a heart felt vocal jazz arrangement of this classic.

Voicing: SAB


Imagine

Imagine

John Lennon

Any time, any year is the right time for this message. Here is a heart felt vocal jazz arrangement of this classic.

Voicing: SSA



Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media

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Deke Sharon : Women's Classic Pop Vol 4 : SSAA : Sheet Music Collection

Deke Sharon : Women's Classic Pop Vol 4

"Time After Time" - A modern classic, this Cyndi Lauper ballad is perfect for an intermediate women's ensemble, ready to tackle gentle arpeggiations and delicate parallel harmonies. "Heart of Glass" - A powerful soprano solo sits atop your SATB band as the groove their way through this Blondie classic. A great way to introduce your singers to modern polyrhythms and non-standard syllables in a format that's easy for them to understand and internalize. "I Can't Make You Love Me" - With rich harmonies, delicate arpeggiations and a soaring, heartfelt melody, this showstopping Bonnie Raitt ballad makes a perfect penultimate number. "Imagine" - This simple, sweet setting of John Lennon's song of hope features a soprano soloist. Perfect for a group looking for a good first a cappella song, or a more advanced group interested in focusing on nuance and sincerity.

Songlist: Heart of Glass , I Can't Make You Love Me, Time After Time, Imagine

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Voicing: SSAA | 7202b | Sheet Music Collection | $7.65 | A Cappella


Roger Emerson : A Cappella Standards : SATB : Songbook : 888680662431 : 00212534

Roger Emerson : A Cappella Standards

This collection delivers plenty of musical flair at a value! Perform these popular pop and jazz classics arranged for a cappella voices and use as a curriculum with your vocal jazz group. And there's more! Purchase the 12-Pak and receive a code to access demo and learning tracks online through My Library.

Songlist: Imagine, In My Life, Here's That Rainy Day, I Wish You Love, My Funny Valentine, Never My Love, Over The Rainbow, Vincent (Starry Starry Night)

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Voicing: SATB | 4476b | Songbook | $5.95 | A Cappella


Various : Novello Youth Chorals - Five Pop Ballads : SSA : Songbook : 9780853609698 : 14071045

Various : Novello Youth Chorals - Five Pop Ballads

Five classic pop ballads arranged for SSA choir with piano accompaniment.

Songlist: Imagine, Annie's Song, California Dreaming, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Let It Be

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Voicing: SSA | 10705b | Songbook | $11.25 | With Piano


Various : Novello Youth Chorals - Five Pop Hits : SATB : Songbook : 9780853609681 : 14071044

Various : Novello Youth Chorals - Five Pop Hits

Five classic pop songs beautifully arranged for SATB choir with Piano accompaniment. Featuring some of the finest pop songs by some of the biggets artists, this will is a rewarding and enjoyable collection.

Songlist: Strawberry Fields Forever, Top Of The World, California Dreamin', Money, Money, Money, Imagine

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Voicing: SATB | 10706b | Songbook | $12.95 | With Piano


Various : Novello Youth Chorals - Choral Anthology : SSA : Songbook : 9781844494705 : 14070379

Various : Novello Youth Chorals - Choral Anthology

For SSA choir with piano accompaniments. The Novello Choral Programme is the creation of a panel of advisors pre-eminent in the British music scene. They have been chosen for their experience in choral conducting, concert wor and music education. T

Songlist: (Something Inside) So Strong, ...Baby One More Time, Amazing Grace, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Fever, Imagine, Knowing Me, Knowing You, Lean On Me, Let it Be, Misty, Son of a Preacher Man, The Shoop Shoop Song

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Voicing: SSA | 10817b | Songbook | $15.25 | With Piano


Various Arrangers : 70's Pop Hits : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Various Arrangers : 70's Pop Hits

Luckily the 70's were not just disco and here are some great pop songs from the era. "Longer" takes on a whole new sound in this fresh a cappella treatment by Kirby Shaw. Smooth vocal backup and great harmonies give this Billy Joel song, "New York State Of Mind," special appeal. This may be the arrangement to end all arrangements of "One Voice!" It features extensive divisi and dynamic contrast. The emotional impact of John Lennon's classic, "Imagine," is most timely in today's world. Also included in this package is an expressive a cappella version of, "If," the pop hit from the '70s.

Songlist: If, Longer, One Voice, Imagine

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Voicing: SATB | 9254b | Sheet Music Collection | $8.95 | A Cappella


Eva Cassidy : You're the Voice: Eva Cassidy : Solo : Songbook & CD : 9780571531271 : 12-057153127X

Eva Cassidy : You're the Voice: Eva Cassidy

Eva Cassidy's posthumous albums have sold millions. You're the Voice is a collection of ten timeless classics arranged for voice, piano, and guitar, as performed and recorded by the legendary Eva Cassidy. The enclosed CD offers full backings for each song, professionally arranged to recreate the sounds of the original recordings. Titles are: Ain't No Sunshine * Autumn Leaves * How Can I Keep from Singing * Imagine * It Doesn't Matter Anymore * Over the Rainbow * Penny to My Name * People Get Ready * Wayfaring Stranger * What a Wonderful World.

Songlist: People Get Ready, Autumn Leaves, Imagine, Wayfaring Stranger, What a Wonderful World, Ain't No Sunshine, Over the Rainbow (from "The Wizard of Oz"), How Can I Keep from Singing, Penny to My Name, It Doesn't Matter Anymore

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Voicing: Solo | Performed by Eva Cassidy | 10399b | Songbook & CD | $22.25 | Voice and Piano


John Lennon : John Lennon - <span style="color:red;">Imagine</span> : Songbook : 073999572537 : 079353884X : 00357253

John Lennon : John Lennon - Imagine

Matching folio to the soundtrack from the highly publicized documentary on this legendary singer/ songwriter. 21 songs, including: A Day in the Life - The Ballad of John and Yoko - Give Peace a Chance - Jealous Guy - Woman - (Just Like) Starting Over - Imagine.

Songlist: Mother, God, Stand By Me, Revolution, Julia, Imagine, The Ballad Of John And Yoko, Real Love, Beautiful Boy, In My Life, Woman, A Day In The Life, Don't Let Me Down, Give Peace A Chance, Help!, How?, Jealous Guy, (Just Like) Starting Over, Strawberry Fields Forever, Twist And Shout

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Performed by John Lennon | 20465b | Songbook | $19.95 | PVG


Michael Dansicker : The 16-Bar Pop/Rock Audition - Women's Edition : Solo : Songbook : 884088312497 : 1423468864 : 00001215

Michael Dansicker : The 16-Bar Pop/Rock Audition - Women's Edition

Many large theatre auditions call for a 16-bar excerpt, and sometimes specifically request pop/rock songs. This book unprecedentedly answers that need. Beyond theatre, this volume will be useful for other audition calls requiring a brief song. Each volume includes great songs from the 1950s to the 21st century. Each excerpt has been given a thoughtful and effective form.

Songlist: Hero, Without You, Holding Out For A Hero, Crazy, Beautiful, I Need You, Solitaire, Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now), Walk On By, I'll Be There, Time After Time, I'll Stand By You, Remember Me This Way, This Ain't A Love Song, You Learn, I Will Remember You, Don't Stop, All By Myself, All My Loving, So Far Away, Listen, All Through The Night, It's Too Late, Alone, Reflection, I Will, Superstar, You'll Be In My Heart (Pop Version), I Wanna Love You Forever, Somebody To Love, and more

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Voicing: Solo | 3016b | Songbook | $22.95 | Voice and Piano


Michael Dansicker : The 16-Bar Pop/Rock Audition - Men's Edition : Solo : Songbook : 884088312503 : 1423468872 : 00001217

Michael Dansicker : The 16-Bar Pop/Rock Audition - Men's Edition

Many large theatre auditions call for a 16-bar excerpt, and sometimes specifically request pop/rock songs. This book unprecedentedly answers that need. Beyond theatre, this volume will be useful for other audition calls requiring a brief song. Each volume includes great songs from the 1950s to the 21st century. Each excerpt has been given a thoughtful and effective form.

Songlist: Hero, Without You, Home, No Matter What, I Need You, Solitaire, But It's Alright, Against All Odds (Take A Look At Me Now), Amanda, I'll Be There, Golden Slumbers, I'll Stand By You, Let Her Cry, This Ain't A Love Song, If, I Will Remember You, Don't Stop, All By Myself, All I Need, All My Loving, Best Of My Love, Everytime I Close My Eyes, Back To You, Lately, You'll Be In My Heart (Pop Version), Unchain My Heart, Somebody To Love, A Song For You, Kids Wanna Rock, Lady, and more

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Voicing: Solo | 3017b | Songbook | $22.95 | Voice and Piano


Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein : Babes in Arms - Revised : Solo : Songbook : 073999120141 : 0881880590 : 00312014

Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein : Babes in Arms - Revised

We proudly present a revised edition of this classic, featuring all-new digital engravings and the original Broadway artwork on the cover. We've added three new songs (All at Once - Imagine - You're Nearer) to these huge Rodgers & Hart hits from this musical: Babes in Arms - I Wish I Were in Love Again - Johnny One Note - The Lady Is a Tramp - My Funny Valentine - Where or When.

Songlist: All At Once, Imagine, Babes In Arms, I Wish I Were In Love Again, Johnny One-Note, The Lady is a Tramp, My Funny Valentine, Where Or When, You're Nearer

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Voicing: Solo | 20173b | Songbook | $12.95 | PVG


Sammy Cahn : The New Sammy Cahn Songbook : Solo : Songbook : 073999249613 : 1575606992 : 02500665

Sammy Cahn : The New Sammy Cahn Songbook

Frank Sinatra once said of songwriter Sammy Cahn: Sammy's words fit my mouth the best of all the writers. Now you can enjoy 99 of Sammy's finest compositions with this songbook in piano/vocal/guitar format. Songs include: All That Love Went to Waste - Bei Mir Bist Du Schon (Means That You're Grand) - Call Me Irresponsible - The Christmas Waltz - Come Fly with Me - Day by Day - Good Little Girls - I'll Walk Alone - I've Heard That Song Before - Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! - Love and Marriage - Only the Lonely - Our Town - Pocketful of Miracles - Shoe Shine Boy - Thoroughly Modern Millie - Written on the Wind - and dozens more!

Songlist: I Believe, Poor Little Rhode Island, There Goes That Song Again, Time After Time, Shoe Shine Boy, Where Love Has Gone, If It's The Last Thing I Do, All My Tomorrows, All The Way, Teamwork, Day By Day, Face To Face, Written On The Wind, Warmer Than A Whisper, Let's Not Be Sensible, Good Little Girls, Straight Down The Middle, Only The Lonely, Wonder Why, The Last Dance, Ev'rybody Has The Right To Be Wrong!, As Long As There's Music, Come Blow Your Horn, High Hopes, Because You're Mine, All That Love Went To Waste, Autumn In Rome, Come Dance With Me, Hey! Jealous Lover, I Could Make You Care, and more

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Voicing: Solo | 20366b | Songbook | $24.95 | PVG


Sing With The Choir : The 1970's : Solo : Songbook & CD : 884088237714 : 142343742X : 00333006

Sing With The Choir : The 1970's    Out of Print

This great new series lets you sing some of the most-loved songs of all time as part of a fantastic professional choir! The 9 x 12 book includes complete SATB parts, and the CD features full performances. Just open the songbook, pick your part, play the CD, and then sing along! This volume features 8 great favorites from the 1970s

Songlist: Ain't No Mountain High Enough, Bohemian Rhapsody, I'll Be There, Imagine, Let It Be, Night Fever, Yesterday Once More, You Are the Sunshine of My Life

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Voicing: Solo | 8911b | Songbook & CD | $14.95


Various : Peace, War & Social Justice : Solo : Songbook : 073999252613 : 0634086626 : 00311161

Various : Peace, War & Social Justice

A collection of 31 war and peace songs, including: Buffalo Soldier - Give Peace a Chance - If I Had a Hammer - Imagine - Let It Be - London Calling - Revolution - Turn! Turn! Turn! - War - We Are the World - What a Wonderful World - What's Going On - and more.

Songlist: Freedom, Signs, Abraham, Martin And John, Share The Land, Buffalo Soldier, Joy To The World, War, Power To The People, We Shall Overcome, Revolution, Imagine, Black And White, Eve Of Destruction, London Calling, Give Peace A Chance, Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is A Season), He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother, The Universal Soldier, If I Had A Hammer (The Hammer Song), In The Ghetto (The Vicious Circle), Let It Be, Let Me Be, One Tin Soldier, People Got To Be Free, San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Some Flowers In Your Hair), We Are The World, What A Wonderful World, What The World Needs Now Is Love, What's Going On, Where Have All The Flowers Gone?, and more

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Voicing: Solo | 10249b | Songbook | $14.95 | PVG


Various : 151 of the Most Beautiful Songs Ever : Solo : Songbook : 888680925482 : 1540048292 : 00291051

Various : 151 of the Most Beautiful Songs Ever

This huge songbook (672 pages!) features 151 standards that every musician should know! Each song is arranged for piano and voice with guitar chord frames. Songs include: All the Things You Are - At Last - Bridge over Troubled Water - City of Stars - Constant Craving - Crazy - Gabriel's Oboe - Hallelujah - Imagine - La Vie En Rose (Take Me to Your Heart Again) - My Heart Will Go on (Love Theme from 'Titanic') - Over the Rainbow - Perfect - River Flows in You - Shallow - Somewhere - Summertime - This Is Me - Time After Time - Wonderful Tonight - You Raise Me Up - and more. Listen to a Spotify playlist of all the songs from this book!

Songlist: Easy Living, Open Arms, Crazy, Good Night, Can You Feel The Love Tonight, Believe, Beautiful In My Eyes, You Belong To Me, Beauty And The Beast, The Colour Of My Love, At Last, Gabriel's Oboe, The Rose, Time After Time, Sway, Faithfully, If, Perfect, Hello, All I Ask Of You, All I Have To Do Is Dream, Change The World, Someone Like You, All Of Me, The Tracks Of My Tears, Ooo Baby Baby, Best Of My Love, All The Things You Are, All The Way, Somewhere, and more

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Voicing: Solo | 70728b | Songbook | $32.95 | PVG


Individual Folios

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Imagine : SATB : Roger Emerson : John Lennon : The Beatles : Songbook : 08743065 : 073999151183

Roger Emerson : Imagine

"Imagine all the people living life in peace." The timeless lyrics of this John Lennon classic really resonate in these times in a powerful way. The warm choral textures of this a cappella setting speak directly to the heart.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: John Lennon Performed By: The Beatles

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08743065


Imagine : SAB : Audrey Snyder : John Lennon : John Lennon : Sheet Music : 08552214 : 884088470906

Audrey Snyder : Imagine

Imagine all the people living life in peace. The timeless lyrics of this John Lennon classic resonate in an emotional and powerful way. This Discovery Series arrangement is well-crafted for developing choirs and the sophisticated lyrics will provide opportunities for learning and discussion. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: John Lennon Performed By: John Lennon

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.65 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08552214 | Digital Version Available| Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part, 2-Part


Imagine : SATB : Paris Rutherford : John Lennon : John Lennon : Sheet Music : 08202750 : 884088539405

Paris Rutherford : Imagine

John Lennon's famous anthem receives a fresh and contemporary treatment for a setting that will fit equally well in pop and vocal jazz programs. Unique harmonies give this arrangement special appeal! Available separately: SATB, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts (gtr, b, dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 2:40.

Arranger: Paris Rutherford | Composer: John Lennon Performed By: John Lennon

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08202750 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available


Imagine : SAB : Mac Huff : John Lennon : John Lennon : Sheet Music : 08721829 : 073999218299

Mac Huff : Imagine

The emotional impact of John Lennon's classic is most timely in today's world. An expressive setting. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:20.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: John Lennon Performed By: John Lennon

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08721829 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SATB, SSA, 2-Part, SATB, SSA, 2-Part


Imagine : SATB : Jay Althouse : John Lennon : Sheet Music : 00-43204 : 038081487465

Jay Althouse : Imagine

"Imagine all the people living life in peace." John Lennon's timeless lyrics continue to impact those who hear them, no matter what age or generation. A true classic!

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: John Lennon

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-43204 | Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, 2-Part


Imagine : SATB : Kirby Shaw : John Lennon : The Beatles : Sheet Music : 00329259 : 840126905502

Kirby Shaw : Imagine

Any time, any year is the right time for this message. Here is a heart felt vocal jazz arrangement of this classic.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: John Lennon Performed By: The Beatles

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.15 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00329259 | Digital Version Available| Showtrax CD Available
Other Voicings: SAB, SSA, SAB, SSA


Imagine : SSAA : Deke Sharon : John Lennon : The Beatles : Sheet Music : 08751688 : 884088495060

Deke Sharon : Imagine

This simple, sweet setting of John Lennon's song of hope features a soprano soloist. Perfect for a group looking for a good first a cappella song, or a more advanced group interested in focusing on nuance and sincerity.

Arranger: Deke Sharon | Composer: John Lennon Performed By: The Beatles

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Voicing: SSAA | Sheet Music | $1.90 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08751688 | Digital Version Available

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