SKU: HL.8753177
UPC: 884088567248. 6.75x10.5 inches.
This setting of a 17th century English poem proclaims the wonder of Christmas and the oneness of all things. While the opening two stanzas feature broad and expansive phrases over an arpeggiated accompaniment, the work's emotional core is found in the contrasting section: “Welcome all wonders in one sight/Summer in winter, day in night” before the final recapitulation of the opening strains. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:20.
SKU: SU.80300176
Renaissance dance rhythms inform this joyous setting of a sixteenth-century melody. The clear choral writing is set off by a jaunty keyboard interlude. Homophonic refrains make this piece a natural for a massed choir performance, with sub-groups singing the verses. SSA with piano; duration: 1’55; range: d’-a; difficulty: easy. SSA, piano Published by: Treble Clef Music Minimum order quantity: 8 copies.
SKU: MN.50-5333
UPC: 688670553332. English.
This SAB setting of the African American spiritual is varied and creative, with vocal percussion and a chill but supportive piano part. Not difficult, although the three vocal lines are sometimes quite independent. Duration: 2:00.
SKU: SU.80300141
The Ave Maria text has interpolations (tropes) from a 12th century manuscript. The benedictus fructus words (from Elizabeth's greeting to Mary at the Visitation) and the lively rhythms express Elizabeth's joy in greeting her pregnant cousin, as the infant John the Baptist leaps in her womb. SSA and keyboard; Latin. Medium. SSA, piano Published by: Treble Clef Music Minimum order quantity: 8 copies.
SKU: HL.244918
UPC: 888680709266. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Nineteenth century composer Franz Schubert (1797-1828) wrote more than 600 “lieder” or “songs” – vocal songs accompanied by piano. He raised this to an art form by equalizing the importance of the music and poetry and expanding the role of the piano accompaniment. In this composition, take special notice of the text painting depicted by harmonic shifts and descriptive music.
SKU: CA.966100
ISBN 9790007167660. Language: Latin.
This setting is characterized by the use of Gregorian chant and melodious lines. The simple, sonorous and melodic treatment, even in the individual voice parts, with its accompanying piano figuration, is reminiscent of the treatment of Gregorian chant in French choral music of the 19th century. But Matsushita has found a tonal language entirely his own, with the use of sparsely employed modulations, short, flashing dissonances (especially between the melodies of the choir and the piano accompaniment), and through the surprising use of chromatic intervals. The piece is quite accessible for all girl's and women's choirs, and the piano accompaniment can also be performed by an organ.
SKU: HL.339305
UPC: 840126914740. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
This Tony-winning 2008 rock musical touched upon many themes that affect day to day lives in the 21st century. With music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, this powerful and challenging rumination on reality is a perfect fit for choir!
SKU: HL.198285
UPC: 888680647827. 6.75x10.5 inches.
From a singspiel, written when Mendelssohn was 15 years old, this charming treble chorus will give singers the chance to experience authentic 19th century music. Elegant and expressive, with two optional flutes and bass, this selection will be ideal for contest and festival.
