SKU: BT.MUSM570364459
English.
Robert Saxton 's Hortus Musicae , Book 1 was commissioned by Ian Richie for the 2013 City of London Festival with funds provided by the John S. Cohen Foundation. The first performance was given by Clare Hammond on June 24th 2013 at the church of St Mary Le Bow. The title, less 'literal' in Latin than in the vernacular, refers to the idea of an allegorical/metaphysical garden (reference to a 'real', or existing, garden might be implied by Hortus Musicus) with various facets. The titles of the individual pieces/movements, with their respective garden image, are as follows: 1) Hortus Somniorum: a fleeting vision of a 'magical' garden 2) Hortus Temporis: a reflection of/on the floralclock described by Andrew Marvell (1621-1678) in his [metaphysical] poem The Garden: How well the skilful gardener drew Of flowers and herbs this dial new Where from above the milder sun Does through a fragrant zodiac run; And, as it works, the industrious bee Computes its time as well as we. How could such sweet and wholesome hours Be reckoned but with herbs and flowers! 3) Hortus Cantus: A garden in which nature 'sings' (praises), in the manner of a 'chorale prelude' and ending with the cantus firmus transformed into bells. 4) Hortus Infinitatis: A meditative/formal garden representing Time suspended, in the form of a palindromic prolation canon combined with a harmonic ground (chaconne). 5) Saltatio Hortensis: A (summer) garden of dancing, celebratory nature. Its essence (and that of the entire cycle, both metaphorically and structurally/formally) is summed up in words spoken by Miranda in WH Auden's 1944 Tempest [Shakespeare]-inspired poem The Sea And The Mirror; So, to remember our changing garden, we Are linked as children in a circle dancing. Duration: 15 minutes.
SKU: HL.1071224
ISBN 9781705175118. UPC: 196288096542. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
Joseph Martin and Mark Hayes have composed a robust opening or closing concert choral with a music-themed text that is hope-filled and inspiring. Mixed meter, sweeping melodic lines and a contrasting B section make this selection perfect to teach crisp diction and legato phrases and the driving piano accompaniment is simply fabulous. A stunning choice for graduation or any celebratory event.
SKU: HL.48023659
UPC: 888680091361. 6.75x10.5 inches.
The essence of this piece gives reverence to the message that music is universal as a language, as an art, as a part of who we are. The choral singing required is grand and celebratory. With opt. C instrument.
SKU: HL.1071223
ISBN 9781705175101. UPC: 196288096535. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
SKU: AP.37853
UPC: 038081423258. English. Donald Moore.
This celebratory music text is suitable year-round. Joyous melodies alternate with independent harmony lines that are easy to sing. Perfect cambiata range in the 3-part voicing. Accompaniment available on PianoTrax 4 CD (00-35870).
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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.
