SKU: GI.G-11040
English. Text Source: Lectionary for Mass
SKU: GI.G-6759
UPC: 785147675907. English. Text Source: 1. Henry L. Letterman, 1966, 2. Caspar Fuger, 1592, tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827-1878, 3. Charles Coffin, 1676-1749, 4. William How, 1823-1897, alt., 5. Reginald Heber, 1783-1826, alt., 6. Herbert Brokering, b. 1926.
Schalk proves that unison singing is neither simplistic nor boring. Choirs of children and adults alike can enrich the repertoire of the entire Christmas season with these poignant texts set to such wonderfully appealing tunes. Selections for Advent (or Christmas octave), Christmas Day, the Circumcision and Naming of Christ, Epiphany, and the Presentation of the Lord.
SKU: GI.G-6875
UPC: 785147687504. English. Text Source: Primary text: composite, Secondar text: Herman G. Stuempfle Jr. Text by Herman G. Stuempfle, Jr.
SKU: GI.G-8416
UPC: 785147841609. English. Text Source: Christopher Smart, 1722-1771, alt. Text by Christopher Smart.
Taken from Christopher Smart’s intriguing poem “The Nativity of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,†this four-part a cappella anthem for Christmas Eve and Christmastide sits comfortably in the tessitura for each voice part throughout plus a section where the tenors are at the top of their range. The piece also offers an alternative SSAA arrangement of this latter section. Optional SSAA voices.
SKU: GI.G-8407
UPC: 785147840701. English. Text Source: Trad. English carol, alt.
Uplifting and joyful, this spirited arrangement of the traditional English carol is an absolute delight. The text chronicles the life of Jesus through his baptism. This anthem is appropriate for use throughout Christmastide and for the Baptism of the Lord.
SKU: GI.G-5918
English, Latin. Text Source: Matthew 2:16-18, Jeremiah 31:15. Text by Sylvia Dunstan. Scripture: Matthew 2:16–18, Jeremiah 31:15.
Sylvia Dunstan’s pointed, unsettling words resound: “God, hear the blood crying out from the ground.†They find balance in O’Brien’s sensitive music for two solo voices and choir. The “miserere nobis†underpinning throughout provides a beautiful, comforting mantra. A good piece to consider not only for Christmastide but also for the unborn or the funeral of a child.Â
SKU: GI.G-8829
UPC: 785147882909. English. Text Source: English carol, 17th c., alt.
Set in free meter, this early seventeenth-century English carol has a regal sound that builds to a triumphant end. For SATB voices and optional timbrel, this piece develops in intensity throughout using a variety of harmonic textures that add interest and a distinctive quality. The memorable refrain heralds the wondrous announcement of Christ’s birth. This work can be used throughout Christmastide. The ad lib Timbrel part is optional.
SKU: GI.G-6875INST
Text by Herman G. Stuempfle, Jr.
SKU: GI.G-8340
UPC: 785147834007. English. Text source: Trad. English carol.
The traditional English carol tune is embellished with occasional quotes of the SUSSEX CAROL. This bright and joyful setting for Christmastide establishes the melody in unison women’s voices, then dividing into two parts before developing further into a four-part, SATB voicing by the end of the first verse. Throughout the piece, the textures continue to vary, complementing the playful dance of the quick 6/8 rhythms, instilling a sense of wonder and delight.
SKU: GI.G-8310
UPC: 785147831006. English. Text by Chris de Silva.
An ethereal gentleness starts this piece that briefly recounts the story of the shepherds and the Magi. Choral writing with a dream-like quality supports the soloist. This is a great choice for that singer in your choir who can maintain a beautiful line, but perhaps does not possess a large range—optional notes are indicated at the end, when the melody may go a bit high for some. For cantor or soloist. 2 octaves Handbells or Handchimes.
SKU: BT.DHP-1064223-070
ISBN 9789043126731. 9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
Also known as Prosa in Nativitáte Dómini or the Portugese Hymn, Adeste, Fideles has been used at Benediction at Christmastide in France and England since the end of the eighteenth century. It invites all the faithful to come to Bethlehem to worship the newborn Savious. Although more than forty different English translations were made, Oakeley's translation O Come, All Ye Faithful was the most preferred, with additional verses translated by W.T. Brooke. All in all, the hymn has been translated into at least 125 languages and is one of the most popular of all Christmas hymns.Adeste, Fideles, das hier in einer festlichen Bearbeitung fu?r Blechbläserquintett und Orgel ad lib. vorliegt, wird schon seit dem Ende des 18. Jahrhunderts in Frankreich und England zur Segnung in der Weihnachtszeit verwendet. Das im deutschen Sprachraum als Herbei, o ihr Gläubigen bekannte Lied wurde auÃ?erdem in u?ber 100 weitere Sprachen u?bersetzt und ist damit eines der beliebtesten Weihnachtslieder weltweit. Lâ??hymne chrétienne Adeste Fideles [Adeste Fidelis] est également connue sous le nom de Prosa In Nativitáte Dómini ou encore Cantique portugais (parce quâ??il fut chanté dans la chapelle de l'ambassade du Portugal Londres). Depuis la fin du XVIIIe siècle, Adeste Fideles est chanté après la bénédiction de Noël dans de nombreuses églises françaises et anglaises. Le texte invite tous les croyants se rendre Bethléem pour adorer le Sauveur nouveau-né.Lâ??origine du cantique reste un mystère. On mentionne divers noms de poètes. Dâ??aucuns soutiennent quâ??il sâ??agit dâ??un noël ancien inspiré dâ??une danse autour de la crèche. On pense également que SaintFrançois dâ??Assise sâ??en serait servi pour sa crèche vivante. Dâ??autres attribuent son origine Saint Bonaventure, un prêtre franciscain, contemporain de Saint François, qui en aurait composé le texte original, en latin, au XIIIe siècle. Enfin, certains historiens affirment quâ??Adeste Fideles aurait été écrit par un poète anonyme français sous le règne de Louis XIV.Quoiquâ??il en soit, il est communément reconnu que les strophes ont été écrites ou découvertes par lâ??Anglais John Francis Wade (vers 1710-1786) alors quâ??il travaillait en tant que chercheur et copiste Douai en France. La première version imprimée du cantique date des années 1740. Elle fut ensuite intégrée au recueil Cantus Diversipublié en 1751.Catholique la c, John Francis Wade fuit lâ??Angleterre en proie des persécutions religieuses. Vers 1731, il copiait des manuscrits de plain-chant au Collège dominicain de Borhem en Flandre. Plus tard, il sâ??installa Douai dans le Nord de la France, forteresse de la foi catholique, où le roi d'Espagne Philippe II avait fondé une université, en 1559. Wade gagnait sa vie « en copiant et vendant des manuscrits de plain-chant et dâ??autres ?uvres ». Il fut également professeur de latin et de musique sacrée. La notice nécrologique mentionnait lâ??excellence de son travail de copiste, quâ??il réalisa pour des chapelles locales ou des.
SKU: GI.G-10446
UPC: 785147044611. English. Text Source: Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht; Translation: John F. Young. Text by Joseph Mohr.
SKU: GI.G-RCA363
English.
SKU: GI.G-4272
Text by J. Michael Joncas.
SKU: GI.G-1761
SKU: GI.G-8285
UPC: 785147828501. English. Text Source: Based on Matthew 2:13&ndash,23. Text by Marian L. Harrison.
SKU: GI.G-10968
English. Text Source: Christmas Eve, 1893, Christina Rossetti, 1830&ndash,1894. Text by Christina Rossetti.
SKU: GI.G-10397
UPC: 785147039716. English. Text Source: Christina Rossetti, 1830-1894, alt. Text by Christina Rossetti.
SKU: GI.G-2678
Percussion is for Triangle, Tambourine, and small Drum. 11 handbells.
SKU: GI.G-10655
English, Latin.
SKU: GI.G-7318
UPC: 785147731801. English, Latin. Text Source: Isaiah 7:14, 9:6-7; Translation: Ronald Krisman.
A classic example of a Renaissance motet, your choir will enjoy the harmonic interplay of the voices. Some very effective text painting is present, especially at “God Almighty.†Prepare this piece to highlight the first reading for the Fourth Sunday of Advent in Year A, then use the piece again as part of your Christmas choral offerings.
SKU: GI.G-008137
UPC: 641151081373.
A unique interpretation of this lovely, folk-influenced Advent carol.
SKU: GI.G-7393
UPC: 785147739302. English. Text by Isaac Watts.
This Baroque-style setting of the quintessential Christmas text may present a bit of a challenge to some keyboardists, but the spirit of the piece is well worth the effort! Rather than eclipse the traditional pairing of ANTIOCH and “Joy to the World,†both versions could be used in the same worship service.
SKU: GI.G-7991INST
SKU: GI.G-3468
