SKU: CF.CM9635

ISBN 9781491157077. UPC: 680160915637. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: E major. English, English. Abram Joseph Ryan (1838-1886).

Victor Johnson captures the mystery and nuance of the bittersweet poem, Wake Me a Song, by American poet, Abram Joseph Ryan. Nuance, text, and Johnson's rich harmonies paired with intertwining textures make this a noteworthy addition to any program. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9561).
About the Author Abram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states. Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky. About the Song Wake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment. To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections. One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of Painting the Phrase. The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and paint the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.
About the AuthorAbram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states.Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky.About the SongWake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment.To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections.One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of “Painting the Phrase.” The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and “paint” the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.

SKU: JK.01441

Doctrine and Covenants 133:7-9, 14, Doctrine and Covenants 75:2-5.

Arranged for men's chorus (TTBB) and organ, from our General Conference Series performed at the October 2014 Priesthood Session by the Priesthood Choir from the Provo Missionary Training Center.
Composer: Thomas H. Bayly
Arranger: Steven Spiel
Lyricist: Cyrus H. Wheelock
Difficulty: Medium
Performance time: 4:43
Reference: Doctrine and Covenants 133:7-9, 14, Doctrine and Covenants 75:2-5

SKU: JK.00558

1 Nephi 1:1, Alma 53:18-22, Doctrine and Covenants 4:2-4.

Choral anthem for men's chorus (TTBB) and piano, on missionary work. Most of the number is in unison or 2-part, gradually growing toward TTBB the final verse. Key of C.
Composer: Robert Crump
Lyricist: Robert Crump
Difficulty: Medium / medium acc.
Performance time: 1:30
Reference: 1 Nephi 1:1, Alma 53:18-22, Doctrine and Covenants 4:2-4.

SKU: JK.01033

Matthew 6:6, Alma 33:3-11.

Arranged for men's chorus (TTBB) and organ, with flowing accompaniment and organ interlude between verses. Arranged for the Brigham Young University-Idaho Men's Chorus, performed at the April 2014 Priesthood Session of General Conference. Full audio accompaniment mp3 also available (01033acc.mp3).
Composer: Hans Henry Petersen
Arranger: James C. Kasen
Lyricist: Hans Henry Petersen
Difficulty: Easy / medium acc.
Performance time: 4:20
References: Matthew 6:6, Alma 33:3-11

SKU: JK.01705

Doctrine and Covenants 121:34-46, Doctrine and Covenants 107:1-4.

Written for mens chorus (TTBB) and piano, this Priesthood anthem boldly proclaims: But the power above all others is the priesthood of our Lord.
Composer: John Craven
Arranger: John Longhurst
Lyricist: John Craven
Difficulty: Medium-easy
Performance time: 1:20
Reference: Doctrine and Covenants 121:34-46, Doctrine and Covenants 107:1-4.

SKU: HL.14019556

ISBN 9788759870969. Danish.

SKU: GH.GE-12189

ISBN 979-0-070-12189-7. 185 x 262 mm inches.

Winner of First Prize in the Svanholm Singers Composition Award 2012. In this work, poet and composer dwells in the same person. For TTBB a cappella.

SKU: BT.WHND00361

SKU: HL.14072908

SKU: JK.01062

Moses 4:1-2, Alma 42:14-15.

Hymn arrangement combining original melody by Jon Holloman with the beloved lyrics of Eliza R. Snow--arranged for mixed chorus (SSATTBB) and piano accompaniment. Highest soprano note: F.

Composer: Jon G. Holloman
Lyricist: Eliza R. Snow
Difficulty: Medium
Performance time: 3:20
Reference: Moses 4:1-2, Alma 42:14-15.