SKU: GI.G-10672
English. Text Source: John H. Hopkins Jr., 1820-1891, alt. Text by John H. Hopkins, Jr. Scripture: Matthew 2:1–11.
SKU: PR.512008940
UPC: 680160197460.
SKU: CA.965400
ISBN 9790007164898. Language: Latin.
Reflecting the psalm text, the composer Matsushita constantly finds new ways of expressing the praise of God. In the swinging rhythm of the 6/8 meter, with its dotted rhythms full of brio and binary pulse in counterpoint, with flashing dissonances through the almost oriental use of chromatic intervals, with sharply juxtaposed bitonal chords, and with the consonant-rich text, rapidly sung, the composer achieves an impressive, virtuoso showpiece which accomplished choirs can use to show off the full range of their abilities. Along the way Matsushita never writes unnecessarily complicated music, but music which is always based on his own practical experience as a choral director. In a rondo-like form he finds a parallel for the repetitions of unceasing praise. Matsushita sets the text syllabically throughout, but uses its tonal colors to give character to the individual sections. For example, the fanfare-like opening motif alternates with a crescendo section, which draws its energy from the contrast between declamatory vocal parts over a pedal point in diminished and augmented leaps of a third, fourth and fifth. Voice range: S: c' - b'' / A: asdeg - e'' / T: cdeg - gis' / B: F- e'.
SKU: HL.1139324
ISBN 9781705183939. UPC: 196288114888.
Defenders of the oppressed and fighters against injustice, Victor Hugo and Emile Zola often put their genius to the service of great causes: the abolition of the death penalty and child labor, the advancement of women in society, the awareness of the Dreyfus affair... Conceived in the same years and under the same sky, the much less profound words of Baroness Staffe in her manual of good manners, vehemently denounce both the wearing of white socks and the dangers of orientalism. This musical chronicle will educate and intrigue middle and high school students and amuse adults as well.
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SKU: GH.CG-5699
ISBN 9790070011945. 185 x 262 mm inches.
SKU: CA.982100
ISBN 9790007142728. Language: English. Text: Betzner-Brandt, Michael. Text: Michael Betzner-Brandt.
The modern a cappella series offers new, challenging a cappella music with a jazzpop sound. The editions are orientated towards the needs of the developing jazz-pop choral scene. a special choral sound, groove, improvisation and choreography play central roles - individual singers can come to the fore as soloists. In short, modern a cappella is a new category of choral music; there are no covered pop songs and also no serious new music, rather grooving, contemporary vocal music with unconventional texts and choral presence. The series is geared towards highly motivated youth choirs as well as ambitious ensembles from all genres.
SKU: AP.45387
UPC: 038081511276. English. Traditional Carols.
This majestic mash-up of Masters in This Hall and We Three Kings of Orient Are includes a joyful new text and optional parts for flute and hand drum. A lively 6/8 tempo and a buoyant minor tonality create a festive feel.
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: HL.49000999
ISBN 9790001005555. UPC: 073999932478. 7.5x10.75x0.089 inches. German.
The first part of Ernst Pepping's Choralsuite is a setting of Martin Luther's three-verse hymn, written to replace the Latin Credo in the Reformation German mass. Luther also adapted Catholic statements ('unam sanctam catholicam ecclesiam' was changed to 'die ganz Christenheit auf Erden' [the whole Christian church on earth]) as well as incorporating a number of his own theological convictions. Pepping orientates his highly contrapuntal choral texture to the vocal style of the 16th and 17th centuries and uses traditional church modes.
SKU: LO.10-5728L
ISBN 9780787777678.
Kevin Boesiger has created a wonderful anthem that combines a Scripture-based lyric with original musical material and two well-known Christmas melodies (CAROL and KINGS OF ORIENT). The quickly moving music is set in the minor mode and creates a wash of mysterious sound. The accompaniment features a variety of interesting keyboard textures, and an optional oboe part adds to the evocative nature of the anthem. The part-writing is very practical and the artful use of repetition will aid in the learning process.
SKU: AU.9780800664183
ISBN 9780800664183.
The mystery of the Orient infuses this striking arrangement of a familiar Christmas carol. Under James Laster's masterful treatment, each verse is carried with decorum. The listener will be drawn in with unexpected harmonies and musical distinction that refreshes and compliments this well-known text.
SKU: LO.10-5318MD
ISBN 9780787766726.
Jay Rouse combines “We Three King of Orient Are,†“Pat-a-Pan†and “Sing We Now of Christmas†in this refreshing, stand-out medley. The first two songs lead brilliantly to the latter and to a grand and glorious conclusion. Perfect for Christmas services and programs, this one will fill singers and listeners alike with festive joy and spirit!
