SKU: CA.2718805

ISBN 9790007330422. Language: LAT/EN/DT.

After Missa Latina and Magnificat, Te Deum is now the third major composition by musician and composer Karl Albrecht “Bobbi” Fischer published by Carus. Fischer’s musical roots lie in classical music, which he combines with jazz elements and Latin American rhythms.

All three styles appear in the Te Deum. In keeping with the proclamation “Te Deum laudamus” (We praise thee, O God), the work begins with the festive (Cuban) energy, propelled by timpani and trumpet; the choir can also be heard imitating fanfares. Later, a cappella choruses become a recurring element, in which phrases set as Gregorian chant are presented against an ever-changing chordal background. But the score also features elements of swing and rhythm & blues, frenetic choral outbursts of joy, as well as moments of mystic contemplation. Moreover, the instrumentalists are given ample opportunity for improvised solos. Interwoven into the otherwise Latin text is the well-known German chorale Großer Gott, wir loben dich. Here several verses can be sung with the congregation; alongside the original German text, the score features the English translation “Holy God, we praise thy name”.

- An exciting combination of classical choral music with elements of jazz and Latin American music

- The congregation can take part in the performance (chorale)

- Singers can choose between Latin/German or Latin/English

- Varied mix of styles

- An enrichment of our crossover program

SKU: CF.CFD13

ISBN 9780825856549. UPC: 798408056544.

Ring in the Christmas season with great choral arrangements of some of your favorite carols and songs for the holidays. Songs featured on this recording include: Carol of the Bells, Sweet Little Jesus Boy, The First Noel, There's No Place Like Home for the Holidays, Soulful, Silent Night, Coventry Carol, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, O Come to Bethlehem, Baby, What You Goin' to Be?, Caribbeann l Carol, I Saw Three Ships, Lo, How A Rose, E'er Blooming, Infant Lowly, Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne, The Wexford Carol, Silent Night, Holy Night, Medieval Noel Jazz Jingle, We Three Kings.

SKU: GI.G-CD-938

Welcome to the revival! Come on in and leave your troubles at the door. This exciting collection from a true talent and vibrant voice in sacred music takes you to church. The eclectic fusion of styles like gospel, R & B, jazz, and traditional organ-based hymnody ensures that there is something in this collection to please absolutely everyone.  “Lord, Make Me an Instrument,” a setting of the classic Prayer of St. Francis text, builds to a powerful and stirring climax. “Worthy God” is a moving declaration of faith and devotion, and the infectious and inspiring title track, “Building Up the Kingdom,” encourages God’s call to action. Rhythmic drive, a singable melody, and an impassioned text will make “Daily Bread” a congregation favorite that begs to be sung. The songs of Building Up the Kingdom are sure to ignite the fire of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of all the assembled, and their raised voices will set the rafters ablaze.

SKU: GI.G-8644

UPC: 785147864431. English.

Welcome to the revival! Come on in and leave your troubles at the door. This exciting collection from a true talent and vibrant voice in sacred music takes you to church. The eclectic fusion of styles like gospel, R & B, jazz, and traditional organ-based hymnody ensures that there is something in this collection to please absolutely everyone.  “Lord, Make Me an Instrument,” a setting of the classic Prayer of St. Francis text, builds to a powerful and stirring climax. “Worthy God” is a moving declaration of faith and devotion, and the infectious and inspiring title track, “Building Up the Kingdom,” encourages God’s call to action. Rhythmic drive, a singable melody, and an impassioned text will make “Daily Bread” a congregation favorite that begs to be sung. The songs of Building Up the Kingdom are sure to ignite the fire of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of all the assembled, and their raised voices will set the rafters ablaze. Contents: Give the Lord Glory and Honor, Remember Your Mercies, Blessed, Worthy God, Mary's Song (The Annunciation), Worship the Newborn King, Hail, Queen of Heaven, Getting Ready, Daily Bread, The Christ in Me, Building Up the Kingdom, Lord, Make Me an Instrument, Anchored in de Lord.