SKU: CA.1000100

ISBN 9790007098353. Language: German.

Oratorio that lasts the whole evening, made up of particularly valuable movements from the lesser known of Bach's cantatas, put together by Hans Grischkat for the 1950 Bach Festival.

SKU: CA.1000113

ISBN 9790007015657. Language: German.

Oratorio that lasts the whole evening, made up of particularly valuable movements from the lesser known of Bach's cantatas, put together by Hans Grischkat for the 1950 Bach Festival. Score and part available separately - see item CA.1000100.

SKU: CA.1000105

ISBN 9790007015619. Language: German.

Oratorio that lasts the whole evening, made up of particularly valuable movements from the lesser known of Bach's cantatas, put together by Hans Grischkat for the 1950 Bach Festival. Score available separately - see item CA.1000100.

SKU: CA.1000149

ISBN 9790007015671. Language: German.

Oratorio that lasts the whole evening, made up of particularly valuable movements from the lesser known of Bach's cantatas, put together by Hans Grischkat for the 1950 Bach Festival. Score and part available separately - see item CA.1000100.

SKU: BT.GOB-000712-140

The Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep IV, better known as Achnaton, was the second son and successor of Amenhotep III.
He reigned the New Kingdom from 1353 until 1336 BC.
Achnatons lack of interest in the economic well-being of Egypt ushered ina revolutionary period in Egyptian history.
His harsh reign induced much suffering under the population.
During this period when it was customary for a pharaoh to have many wives, he had taken his cousin Nefertete to reign as queen at hisside.
An elegant and very beautiful woman, she used her influence to ease the turmoil caused by Achnaton.
Combined with her grace, her presence at public functions led to a greater popularity among her subjects than the pharaoh enjoyedhimself.
Being mostly preoccupied with religious questions, he declared that all the other gods did not exist. There was only one god, the Aten, and it was the sun itself.
It was now necessary to change his name: ‘Amenhotep’ meaning ‘the god Amun is satisfied’, because he didnt want to be associated with Amun or any of the other deities.
He renamed himself ‘Achnaton’ which means ‘servant of the Aten’ -- a much more appropriate title!
In the sixth year of his reignAchnaton also moved the capital to a brand new city called Achet-Aton (‘the Horizon of the Aten’) which was where Tel el-Amarna stands today. He did this to further isolate himself from the ‘old’ religion, since the previous capital Thebes was thecentre of worship of Amun.
This new religion created an up rise among the population and high priests. In spite of Nefertetes influence, the falling economy and religious conflict resulted in the decline of the Egyptian empire.
Hoping toforget it ever happened, people later tried to eradicate all traces of Achnaton and his successors rule by smashing their statues, mutilating their mummies, and ruining their relief carvings.
From that moment on he was remembered as the‘heretic king’.

This composition was partially funded by the ‘Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds’.

De Egyptische farao Achnaton was de zoon en opvolger van Amenhotep III en besteeg de troon als Amenhotep IV.
Hij regeerde van 1353 tot 1336 voor Christus.
Achnaton was nauwelijks ge?nteresseerd in politiek en handel waardoorhet Egyptische rijk onder zijn bewind in economisch verval raakte. Hij regeerde per decreet waaronder de bevolking zwaar te leiden had.
In die tijd was het gebruikelijk dat de farao’s meerdere vrouwen hadden waarvan hij eréén tot zijn hoofdvrouw koos waarmee hij zijn rijk regeerde.
Nefertete was de uitverkorene. Een zeer mooie, elegante vrouw, die met haar invloed op het harde beleid van Achnaton nog voor enige verlichting zorgde. Dit en haar aanwezigheidbij openbare presentaties leidde ertoe dat zij bij de bevolking een veel grotere populariteit genoot dan de farao zelf.
Achnaton hield zich vooral bezig met religieuze vraagstukken. Hij brak met het idee dat er meergoden zouden bestaan. Volgens hem was er slechts één god, namelijk de zon. Deze zonnegod noemde hij Aton.
Nadat deze gedachte zich bij hem had geopenbaard veranderde hij zijn naam van Amenhotep in Achnaton, hetgeen in het Egyptisch“Aton welgevallig” betekent.
In zijn zesde regeringsjaar stichtte Achnaton de nieuwe regeringszetel “Achet-Aton”, ver van de bewoonde wereld in de woestijn.
Deze stad, het huidige Tell el-Amarna in Midden-Egypte,stond geheel in het teken van de zonnegod. Deze nieuwe godsdienst stuitte op veel weerstand bij de bevolking en de priesters. De godsdienststrijd die hierdoor ontstond gekoppeld aan het economische verval zorgde, ondanks de invloedvan Nefertete, voor de ineenstorting van het Egyptische rijk als grote mogendheid.
Na de dood van Achnaton werd de regeringszetel “Achet-Aton” gebruikt als steengroeve. Zijn naam werd verwijderd van de alle bouwwerken en herinneringszuilen.

SKU: GI.G-7666

UPC: 785147766605. English. Text Source: Based on James 2:14-17, Matthew 25:37-40 and the words of St. Augustine. Text by Tom Franzak. Scripture: James 2:14–17, Matthew 25:37–40.

The rhythmic and melodic makeup of this piece will appeal to all, but especially to a contemporary music ensemble. The message of backing up our faith with our actions can inspire the members of the assembly to work for the kingdom by working with the least among them.    .

SKU: GI.G-CD-952

UPC: 785147095224.

Welcome to the revival! Come on in and leave your troubles at the door. “Worthy God” is a moving declaration of faith and devotion by a true emerging voice on the contemporary gospel scene. Part of the full-length CD Building Up the Kingdom, “Worthy God” is sure to ignite the fire of the Holy Spirit in the hearts of all the assembled, and our raised voices will set the rafters ablaze. About M. Roger Holland II: What do you get when you mix a musician who is a pianist, organist, singer, composer, arranger and symphony maestro together? M. Roger Holland, II!! A man who knows Jesus and thanks him with every note he sings, plays, or writes. When you listen to Roger, you will know that God has touched His servant and in that touch, there will be a blessing for you! Roger has always had a passion for music. It started with him tinkering on his toy piano as a child and grew to him being accepted to the High School of Performing Arts in New York City. Roger's falsetto has opened many doors for him. He was a member of the All City High School Choir. Hearing his vocal abilities, he was recruited by the internationally known Boys Choir of Harlem. His musical talents garnered him a position playing keys on two Broadway plays in New York, The Color Purple and Memphis. When you witness the musicianship of M. Roger Holland II you will recognize the influences of some of the people he has worked with like Walter J. Turnbull, James Williams, Joseph Joubert, and Bettye Forbes. When you hear his writing, you may notice the stylings of Stevie Wonder. There is no denying the influences of Marvin Gaye, Peabo Bryson, and Luther Vandross when it comes to his vocals. The gospel inflections are representative of Richard Smallwood, Thomas Whitfield, and Kirk Franklin. The compositional techniques of classical composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the arranging styles of Negro Spirituals by Roland Carter, Jester Hairston, and Moses Hogan are prominent as well. Leading the Gospel Choir of Union Theological Seminary fueled Roger's fire and drew him into seminary. His passion for music led him on a spiritual journey from Westminster Choir College to Manhattan School of Music where he received his graduate degree and ultimately the very same Union Theological Seminary where he received a Master of Divinity degree. Roger is the Minister of Worship & Christian Arts at Calvary Baptist Church in Jamaica, NY, where weekly he ushers in the Holy Spirit through praise and worship. He also serves as Liturgical Consultant for the Office of Black Ministry in the Archdiocese of New York. God is truly using Roger as an instrument to share His message!   For Bookings Contact: Cortney Wright Thomas 646-269-4055 cwthomas406@gmail.com.

SKU: HL.35032467

UPC: 888680868505. 6.75x10.5 inches.

This reassuring anthem composed in a gospel vernacular is filled with good-natured hopefulness. Swinging the eighths, the writers lift spirits with a lilting piano part, complete with some bent note patterns and nice full chords for the choir. The text is an invitation to celebrate the life we have in God's love, using scripture passages from both Old and New Testaments. Quickly learned but enduring in its positive impact!