SKU: SU.80101410
Fantasy-Variati ons on Two Themes (2017) for organ was written for Heinrich Christensen in celebration of his significant 2017 birthday. The musical material for the work comprises two different themes. The first is a short melody by the Danish composer Carl Nielsen (1865-1931). (It was a sketch originally intended for inclusion in, but ultimately left out of, Nielsen's late organ work 29 Little Preludes.) This theme represents Heinrich's native Denmark. The second theme is the American folk-gospel hymn Angel Band. This theme represents Heinrich's adopted American homeland. It serves also as a remembrance of our dear mutual friend Harry Lyn Huff (1952-2016), for whom the tune was a particular favorite. Both these themes are developed freely in a set of alternating fantasy-variations. The opening variation begins with a dramatic pedal solo before quoting both themes. The second variation is a lyric setting based on the Nielsen melody. The third is a jubilant hornpipe on Angel Band. The fourth is an aria on a transformation of the Nielsen melody. The fifth is a gigue-toccata on Angel Band. The sixth is an atmospheric contemplation: lush chords in the manuals move slowly and hint at Angel Band while the Nielsen melody is heard for the first time in its complete original form on a high pedal stop. The seventh and final variation begins with a brief evocation of the harmonies of the late Daniel Pinkham (a mentor to both Heinrich and me) before going on to return dramatically and jubilantly to the opening music, bringing together both themes again in a bold conclusion. Instrumentation: Organ Duration: 15' Composed: 2017 Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: BR.EB-8766
ISBN 9790004182925. 9 x 12 inches.
A new accompaniment for every season There's definitely more than spring in the air in this new publication by Ulrike Wohlwender, since the collection also comprises songs for summer, fall and winter as well. Didactically, it follows the successful concept of the Christmas book Was soll das bedeuten (EB 8747). The strikingly illustrated book grows with its contents: the accompaniments begin very simply and reach a level of medium difficulty. Particular care has been placed on the accompanying modules that are intended to help pianists develop their part freely. The book can be used in a variety of ways: for private lessons, training with a partner, or for group lessons. The selection also offers songs in different languages from various countries for every season. All the songs can be heard on the accompanying CD recorded by Ulrike Wohlwender (piano) and Regine Neumuller (voice). Here's the link to the immer wieder neu begleiten homepage.The book 'grows' with its contents: accompaniments from very simple to medium difficulty.
SKU: HL.50510113
ISBN 9790080131459. UPC: 073999274882. 9.0x12.0x0.205 inches. Frigyes Hidas.
Frigyes Hidas (1928-2007) was the most prolific Hungarian composer for wind ensembles, and his works are the most often performed. His worldwide popularity is based on works such as Balettzene (Ballet music), Vidam zene (Cheerful music), El nem tancolt balett (Undanced ballet), Requiem and Save the Sea. His folk song suites, which are enormously popular in his homeland, are fine examples of Hidas' mature style in the genre of folk song arrangements. The first suite works up nine folk songs of differing character and atmosphere, while the second, with its recurrent structure, makes use of five melodies, creating a modern harmonic environment around them and thereby highlighting even more the beauty of the melodies. To perform these works effectively, ample technique is required, as well as an ability to shape the music freely. Highly recommended for ensembles with an interest in Hungarian wind music and folklore.
SKU: AP.48970
UPC: 038081562940. English.
PianoTrax 14 contains accompaniment tracks for the following choral publications: And So We Sing * Benedicamus Domino * Exsultate in Seven * Hodie Fanfare! * I'm Homeward Bound * The Lake Isle of Innisfree * Laudate Dominum * My Lord, What a Morning * Pirates of the Cherry Tree * Revelation * Snow on Snow * Still, Still, Still * Ten Thousand Miles * This Jubilant Song * Vox * The Water Is Wide * What if I Could Tell You? * Your Song.
About Alfred Choral Designs
Th e 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.
