SKU: AP.48979
UPC: 038081563039. English.
Your song is my very heart. The beautiful metaphor describes a loved one as a song with qualities such as hope, healing, laughter, and love. Mark Burrows honors his daughter on the occasion of her high school graduation with this musical tribute. Appropriate for choirs of any age, with a tender melody, harmonic warmth, and an expressive piano accompaniment. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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: AP.47563
UPC: 038081542560. English.
You are not alone, love will call you home. A theme of love and connection lies at the heart of this stunning piece with words written from father to daughter on the occasion of her graduation. The expressive vocal lines and warm choral harmonies perfectly embody the sincerity of the lyrics. An irresistible, expressive gem in any voicing.
SKU: AP.47562
UPC: 038081542553. English.
SKU: AP.46557
UPC: 038081531328. English. Words from Traditional Irish; music by Glenda Franklin.
These two a cappella settings of blessings from Ireland will warm your heart. The straightforward chorale-style rendering puts the focus clearly on the text, while allowing for artistic liberty with tempo and dynamics. Sung separately or as a set, what a fitting finale or encore to any performance.
SKU: IS.WE7090EM
ISBN 9790365070909.
Nico Schoeters took his first percussion lessons with Eric Buyle in the Academy for Music and Word in Boom, near Antwerp, after getting the hang of it through private lessons by Jozef Vervliet. Afterwards he continued his music studies at the Royal Conservatory of Antwerp, where he was taught by Leo Ouderits, Carlo Willems and Koen Wilmaers. In 1998 he graduated there with great distinction as Master in percussion. After cooperating on various projects in Belgium and abroad as a freelance percussionist, Nico took up a position as a percussionist in the National Orchestra of Belgium. However, despite of all his achievements as a percussionist, Nico Schoeters didn’t take his first musical steps by playing percussion, but by playing the piano. His love for the piano remained a common thread in his musical career. For example, he played numerous gigs as a pianist with his jazz quartet ‘Just Friends, consisting of a number of top musicians who are his friends. In addition he started composing piano works in 2012. Cosmopolydian is my first composition for symphonic windband. It's a solo piece for flute and vibraphone which is dedicated to Inge Smedts, principal piccolo at the Royal Wind Band of the Belgian Guides. It is written in the context of a musical project ‘Cocktail Maison'. This project includes a concert on May 25th, 2017 in De Singel in Antwerp where this work will be premiered, a CD recording and a concert tour. All the pieces for this project are new compositions by Piet Swerts, Jef Neve, Klaas Coulembier, Etienne Houben, Bart Watté, Jan Huylebroeck, Francois Glorieux and myself. All the compositions are inspired by a cocktail. My choice is the Cosmopolitan, but the non-alcoholic version, the mocktail actually. The title Cosmopolydian is a nod to the lydian scale which I used as a base for the majority of the piece. The idea behind the music is an image of children enjoying themselves, worry-free, during the holidays. Tired but satisfied, they go to sleep and have wonderful dreams. The next day they wake up to start a beautiful new day.The work is constructed in a typical ABA form. A quick first part: ‘sparkling allegro', which of course should sound very light and playful. A slow middle part warm adagio, in which the beautiful dreams become audible. The last part is a re-exposition of the first part in which eventually all the themes merge into the final.
SKU: IS.CM7397EM
ISBN 9790365073979.
Nico Schoeters took his first percussion lessons with Eric Buyle in the Academy for Music and Word in Boom, near Antwerp, after getting the hang of it through private lessons by Jozef Vervliet. Afterwards he continued his music studies at the Royal Conservatory of Antwerp, where he was taught by Leo Ouderits, Carlo Willems and Koen Wilmaers. In 1998 he graduated there with great distinction as Master in percussion. After cooperating on various projects in Belgium and abroad as a freelance percussionist, Nico took up a position as a percussionist in the National Orchestra of Belgium. However, despite of all his achievements as a percussionist, Nico Schoeters didn’t take his first musical steps by playing percussion, but by playing the piano. His love for the piano remained a common thread in his musical career. For example, he played numerous gigs as a pianist with his jazz quartet ‘Just Friends, consisting of a number of top musicians who are his friends. In addition he started composing piano works in 2012. Cosmopolydian is my first composition for symphonic windband. It's a solo piece for flute and vibraphone which is dedicated to Inge Smedts, principal piccolo at the Royal Wind Band of the Belgian Guides. It is written in the context of a musical project ‘Cocktail Maison'. This project includes a concert on May 25th, 2017 in De Singel in Antwerp where this work will be premiered, a CD recording and a concert tour. All the pieces for this project are new compositions by Piet Swerts, Jef Neve, Klaas Coulembier, Etienne Houben, Bart Watté, Jan Huylebroeck, Francois Glorieux and myself. All the compositions are inspired by a cocktail. My choice is the Cosmopolitan, but the non-alcoholic version, the mocktail actually. The title Cosmopolydian is a nod to the lydian scale which I used as a base for the majority of the piece. The idea behind the music is an image of children enjoying themselves, worry-free, during the holidays. Tired but satisfied, they go to sleep and have wonderful dreams. The next day they wake up to start a beautiful new day. The work is constructed in a typical ABA form. A quick first part: ‘sparkling allegro', which of course should sound very light and playful. A slow middle part warm adagio, in which the beautiful dreams become audible. The last part is a re-exposition of the first part in which eventually all the themes merge into the final.
SKU: IS.FP7396EM
ISBN 9790365073962.
SKU: GI.G-017298
UPC: 641151172989. English.
Here are 20 inspiring and emotional images of Christ, in visual and written form. Encounter a fresh array of images of Christ reflecting many times and cultures and come away with new ways to pray and to know Jesus: The Way, The Truth, The Life. A distinctive gift for ‚ Father's Day ‚ Christmas ‚ Confirmation ‚ Newly initiated adults ‚ Graduation ‚ Ordination ‚ Moms, Dads, Grandparents, Teachers, Catechists, Deacons, Priests ‚ Yourself! 9 x 12 Hardcover with dust jacket.
SKU: BT.DHP-0920357-015
The 1991 pop hit by Bryan Adams makes a spectacular band feature with its rich harmonies and expansive melodies. Ideal for Valentine's Day concerts, graduation or a special dedication any time of the year! Der romantische Pophit von Bryan Adams aus dem Jahr 1991 ist ein Klassiker, der sich bestens für Hochzeiten, den Valentinstag oder andere festliche Ereignisse eignet.
SKU: HL.155677
ISBN 9781495056741. UPC: 888680601263. 9.0x12.0x0.061 inches. The Music Achievement Council.
Bridging the Gap brings together the efforts of middle and high school teachers, parents, principals, music supervisors and yes, students themselves, that have had a profound effect on recruiting, and especially retention going from middle to high school. The key to successful retention is action. On the next pages are a number of strategies that successful instrumental music educators and their consituents use to ensure a seamless transition from the first day that the student picks up their instrument through high school graduation - and beyond.
SKU: BT.DHP-1196115-020
English-German-French-Dutch.
Hora Est! (Latin for ‘it is time!’) was composed to bid adieu to Sjoerd de Boer’s following forty years as conductor of the Chr. Fanfare Band, based in the town of Wjelsryp in the Netherlands. In the Netherlands, this small phrase, hora est, is traditionally said upon awarding a university doctorate at graduation ceremonies. The composition was written with Sjoerd de Boer firmly in mind, mirroring various aspects of his life. The main motif of the work consists of three notes, forming his initials: S (Eb) D B. At a certain point, the music is interrupted by a thunderstorm and heavy rain (forever a bad omen: the debut for this work took place a day after such a deluge, but fortunately their open-air concert was met with clear blue skies.) The fanfare then plays an Italianesque march, with the motif of de Boer’s initials interwoven throughout. The work re-uses this motif twice towards the end of the piece as one might expect, by the saxophones to create a festive, driven and virtuosic atmosphere. Finally, the work comes to an end with the initials motif played across the ensemble in complete unison. The powerful closing chords symbolise a fond farewell to de Boer: a driven and extremely capable conductor whose musical mark on Concordia will be felt for years to come. Hora Est! is suitable as a contest piece and would be a definite highlight for any upcoming concert.Hora Est! is gecomponeerd ter gelegenheid van het afscheid van Sjoerd de Boer als dirigent van Chr. Fanfarekorps Concordia uit Wjelsryp (Friesland), na maar liefst veertig jaar. Hora Est! is Latijn voor ‘Het is tijd!’. Het zinnetje wordt traditioneel uitgesproken bij een promotie tot doctor op de universiteit, op het moment dat de vastgestelde tijd voor verdediging van het proefschrift om is. De pedel komt dan binnen en stampt met zijn staf op de grond terwijl hij deze woorden roept. In dat opzicht verwijst de titel naar de voormalige universiteitsstad Franeker, de woonplaats van Sjoerd en de stad waar hij jaren lang leraar muziek was aan de christelijke scholengemeenschap. Anderzijds verwijst de titel naar zijn afscheid van Concordia: ‘Het is tijd!’.
SKU: BT.DHP-1196115-120
SKU: WJ.3014231
UPC: 822424018498. 9 x 12 inches.
Beautiful and poignant, here is an intriguing musical portrait of the passage of time. Relaxed and gentle, with lush, solid harmonies and an occasional glimpse of dissonance, this is a work that fully displays the musical dimensions of the ensemble. The lyrical melody, continuously passed and developed from one section to another, represents the dawning of each new day. Perfect for concerts, festivals and graduation ceremonies.
SKU: HL.35028087
UPC: 884088604653. 4.75x5 inches.
If you are looking for your next inspirational choral, you've found it! This original work speaks of friendship, learning, and the “journey that lies ahead” in a musically emotional setting that builds to a grand ending of “a brand new day”. Available: SATB; SAB; StudioTrax CD.
About Together We Sing
Shawnee Press: Together We Sing series
SKU: XC.24021CB
9 x 12 inches.
Evoking reverence and gratitude, With Honor is a piece that resonates with an uplifting spirit of profound respect. Intended to be suitable for tributes, patriotic holidays, honors ceremonies, graduations, memorials, and general concerts. Available both in full concert band instrumentation and flexible instrumentation versions.
SKU: XC.24021CBS
SKU: XC.24029FXS
SKU: XC.24029FX
