This tremolo arrangement of Schubert’s Ave Maria invites guitarists into one of the most beloved melodies in the classical repertoire, reimagined with a sustained, intimate lyricism unique to the instrument. Cast in the exceptionally guitar‑friendly key of G major, the writing settles onto the fingerboard with natural ease: the tremolo speaks evenly, the inner harmonies resonate with a warm glow, and the bass line supports the melody without strain or compromise.

The arrangement preserves the prayerful stillness of Schubert’s original while giving performers the space to shape long, singing lines through the tremolo texture. The result is a piece that feels both meditative and expressive, offering a moment of radiant calm in recital programs or personal study. For guitarists seeking an idiomatic and emotionally compelling version of Ave Maria, this G‑major tremolo setting provides a beautifully balanced and resonant solution.

Below is a secure link to Youtube which will allow you to get an idea of what this piece sounds like in its original setting for voice and piano. (Performed by Ruth Ziesak, soprano, and Ulrich Eisenlohr, piano)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0EbmRCDm_QI&list=RD0EbmRCDm_QI&start_radio=1

Over the coming months, I will be playing short excerpts from all pieces listed in this catalogue on classical guitar myself and post them on my Youtube channel, titled:

Michael De Baker Arrangements for Classical Guitar.

Thanks for tuning in. Wishing you much musical enjoyment and many rewarding hours with our instrument, the classical guitar.

Michael

Score: 5 pages

Preface, legend & performance notes: 5 pages

Contact. If you’d like to reach out - whether about repertoire, arrangements, or upcoming projects - feel free to email me at mdebakerclassicalguitar@use.startmail.com