Stand Still and Listen (for Cello and Violin Duet with Piano accompaniment)
by Sharon Wilson
Piano Trio - Digital Sheet Music

This peaceful song arranged for Cello and Violin with Piano accompaniment was inspired by the thoughts expressed in Psalm 19:1-4, Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God," and Job 37:14 "Listen…Stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God." God knew that our lives would become busy and involved and we would need to occasionally pause and listen; to refresh, recharge, reconnect. The opening theme of this instrumental trio echoes throughout reminding listeners to "Stand Still and Listen." The relaxed, lyrical style of this instrumental piece creates a warm, pleasant ambiance and is an ideal selection for a prelude in a church setting.

All notes for both the violin and cello parts are playable in the first position making this piece suitable for beginning string players. Ranges are as follows: VIOLIN – first G above middle C to the second B above (G4 to B5); CELLO – second G below middle C to the first D above (G2 to D4).  

The VIOLIN carries the melody for the first verse and then the two instruments alternate on the second verse creating an echo effect. The purchase price includes a 5-page combined score with all parts on each page plus separate scores for the CELLO and VIOLIN (2 pages each) and a PIANO only score (3 pages). Duration 2:40.

Lyrics:
"Stand still and listen to nature's voices,
as all creation around us rejoices.
A sound may not be heard,
for they speak not a word,
but their message reaches everyone:
'God created everything through His Son.'

Stand still and listen to nature's voices,
as all creation around us rejoices.
Stand still and listen.
God speaks through creation.
Stand still and listen.
Stand still and listen."