SKU: XC.HRMG2150
UPC: 785147105053. English.
A powerful message of hope, this simply set original text is easy to learn and provides great opportunities for expressive singing. Carefully prepared suspensions add harmonic interest to the straightforward rhythms. A favorite with choirs and audiences alike. “The world is cold and bleak and harsh, the night is dark, the wind is strong. But I feel safe here in your arms where I am warm and held and loved.† .
SKU: CA.925200
ISBN M-007-24914-4. Key: A major. Language: French. Text: Hugo, Victor.
The exuberant amorousness of a newly-wed couple pulsates in every note of Gabriel Faure's Dans les ruines d'une abbaye (In the ruins of an abbey). In this piece, the reverent silence of prayer no longer prevails, but within the venerable walls various shouts of joy and sparkling laughter are now heard. The old graves have long been overgrown by stinging nettles, and a new dawn of spring and of love fills the air. Napoleonic post-revolutionary France, which drove the author of the poem, Victor Hugo, into exile, is also building a new world on the ruins of olden days. Although the setting by the composer, 40 years younger than the poet, uses the romanticized backdrop of the old abbey, with its 6/8-meter it reflects the uninhibited happiness of the two lovers, who do not look back. These art songs were originally composed not for chamber choir, but for solo voice and piano. Denis Rouger has carefully adapted them to suit the requirements and expressive possibilities offered by a larger ensemble, without losing the any of the qualities of the original in the process. Each part in the choir has a melodic line drawn from the harmonic and rhythmic framework. In the process, the variety and refinement of the choral language combines with an enormous flexibility in form and expression, as French melodies or German art song demand from a soloist and pianist. The songs have been recorded by the figure humaine chamber choir on the CD Kennst du das Land ... (Carus 83.495).
SKU: GI.WW1610
UPC: 785147004264.
This stunning composition uses the idea of the Igbo word Amara which means grace. The idea of this work is to breathe together - to be aware of others and how we fit together in this world. Highly artistic, moving, and quite challenging. The addition of an improvised saxophone adds an even greater level of artistry. Recording Choir: Missouri State University Chorale, Cameron F. LaBarr, conductor Bb Saxophone Part Eb Saxophone Part  .
SKU: CA.925400
ISBN M-007-24916-8. Key: C sharp minor. Language: French. Text: Prudhomme, Sully.
In Au bord de l'eau (By the water) two lovers sit as in a dream, removed from the real world with all its conflicts. They only take themselves seriously, the surrounding nature lies as beneath a dream-like veil: steadily like the river flowing by, the passing clouds, the babbling brook, time also passes. The poet Sully Prudhomme, the first Nobel prizewinner for literature (1901), ends the poem with the assertion that only love is immortal. With this knowledge, Gabriel Faure's setting turns from a dreamy, deceptive C sharp minor to a more promising C sharp major. These art songs were originally composed not for chamber choir, but for solo voice and piano. Denis Rouger has carefully adapted them to suit the requirements and expressive possibilities offered by a larger ensemble, without losing the any of the qualities of the original in the process. Each part in the choir has a melodic line drawn from the harmonic and rhythmic framework. In the process, the variety and refinement of the choral language combines with an enormous flexibility in form and expression, as French melodies or German art song demand from a soloist and pianist. The songs have been recorded by the figure humaine chamber choir on the CD Kennst du das Land ... (Carus 83.495).
SKU: HL.1311608
UPC: 196288177418. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
In a world where many young people are struggling to feel seen for exactly who they are, this piece by Sherry Blevins reminds them that they are loved and valued. This SATB arrangement with piano was commissioned for the Oklahoma Music Educators Association's Mixed All-State Chorus and is perfect for celebrating the beautiful diversity of your singers. It makes an impassioned plea to “just love me and let me be seen.” Perfect for any concert, it is a raw, emotional, and powerful statement that will be cathartic for singers and audiences alike.
SKU: LP.765762202108
UPC: 765762202108. Orchestrated by Russell Mauldin.
Noel & Alleluia! Jesus Is Born, created by Tom Fettke and orchestrated by Russell Mauldin, is the ideal Christmas offering for church choirs of all sizes. With music by some of the Christian music world's most popular artists; such as Michael W. Smith, Keith & Kristyn Getty, Lowell Alexander, and Tom Fettke; this narrated music will resonate with congregations that lean toward a more traditional style of worship, as well as those with a more contemporary bent.
SKU: HL.14018437
The Requiem Mass in C Minor, Cherubini's first, was commissioned for the anniversary of the execution of Louis XVI by the restored French monarchy. The Requiem was highly admired by the public and critics as well as by Mendelssohn, Berlioz and Beethoven. Cherubini sets a solemn tone right from the beginning by using the lower Strings and winds only to accompany the Voices and continues to display his inventiveness with great effectiveness throughout the work. The thunder and lightning of the Dies Irae, the prayerful pianissimo sections of the Agnus Dei accompanied by ostinato, the complete lack of soloists are all remarkable elements of this historically importantwork.Luigi Cherubini was a composer, conductor, teacher, administrator and music publisher who, though born in Italy, dominated the musical world of Paris for nearly five decades. His composing life can be divided very roughly into to phases: the operatic phase during the French Revolutionary period and the equally successful religious music phase at the beginning of the Restoration afterwards. His directorship of the Paris Conservatoire strengthened its position at the peak of musical education on the Continent.
SKU: LP.765762152823
UPC: 765762152823. Orchestrated by Russell Mauldin.
SKU: LP.765762153127
UPC: 765762153127. Orchestrated by Russell Mauldin.
SKU: LP.765762153028
UPC: 765762153028. Orchestrated by Russell Mauldin.
SKU: LP.765762153226
UPC: 765762153226. Orchestrated by Russell Mauldin.
SKU: LP.765762202009
UPC: 765762202009. Orchestrated by Russell Mauldin.
SKU: PE.EP72954
ISBN 9790577012421. 190 x 272mm inches. English.
Paul Phoenix’s Choral Workshop Collection is the first in a series of Edition Peters choral compilations selected by choral clinicians, primarily to support their programme of choral workshops. This edition focuses on performance practice, bringing together a variety of styles, languages and challenges in order to display the unique principles developed by Paul Phoenix as a world-renowned performance coach.
Paul Phoenix has extensive knowledge and experience of how vocal ensembles can unlock their best possible performance and engage with their audience. After seventeen years as tenor with The King’s Singers, Paul founded PurpleVocals, concentrating on educating, mentoring, lecturing, speaking and coaching. He offers new perspectives and advice on the career development of young and developing voices, as well as coaching choirs, ensembles and their conductors across the USA, Europe and Asia.
SKU: AP.51108
UPC: 038081581453. English.
This exhilarating chart-topper by BTS frontman Jung Kook was featured as the theme song to FIFA's World Cup. The driving rhythms of a strong hook deliver the message of teamwork and striving for a common goal. Sing the full 4-minute version (including an Arabic solo in the middle), or take the optional cut for a 2.5-minute powerhouse performance (without the solo). A pronunciation guide and translation are included in the publication.
About Alfred Pop Choral Series
The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.
SKU: AP.47685
UPC: 038081543789. English. Traditional Spanish Carol.
Feel the joyful lilt of this traditional Spanish Christmas carol, rendered beautifully in the original language. This well-crafted arrangement offers solid choral scoring and a sturdy piano accompaniment for the festive nativity-themed text. A comprehensive translation/pronunciation guide is included, and optional percussion parts are available free online.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: AP.48897
UPC: 038081562216. English. Traditional Spanish Carol.
Victor's arrangement of this gentle nativity carol from Spain is sung entirely in the original language (a pronunciation and translation are included). This sensitive treatment captures the lullaby mood and adds a light rhythmic undercurrent in moderate 3/4 time. The tonality shifts seamlessly between D minor and D major to reflect a text that moves from quieting the baby to a rushing fountain and singing birds. While the words do return, no two verses are set in the same manner, creating an ever-evolving arrangement. Piano fingers dance over the keys with triplet turns and easily grasp the bigger chords in the supportive and stylistic accompaniment. A nice contrast on holiday programs.
SKU: LO.15-4084H
ISBN 9780787789930.
Utilizing the expressive nature of vowels and consonances, this piece is a extraordinary exercise in musical expression through diction and choral technique. The text consists of made up words that are inspired by various world languages and historic tradition. Brad Nix has set this text with a driving, contemporary groove that is propelled by the percussion ostinato. Allow these words to inspire imagination in your performance as you choose how to interpret in musical performance!
SKU: KJ.9154
UPC: 840270439.
In this day that the Lord has made let us rejoice and sing the beauty of the turning world from which our being springs. Nobody understands the relationship between text and tune better than Alice Parker! Her original text and lilting melody are beautifully paired here with a gentle, lyrical piano accompaniment. Useful throughout the year!
