Singing The Seasons

SKU: BP.HB385

Sondra K. Tucker has written the impassioned Seasons of Life, for three to five octaves of handbells. This memorial piece is both hauntingly beautiful and powerfully life-affirming. Though marked a level four, most choirs capable of ringing a level three piece ought to be able to work this one up with a modest effort, and the result will be well worth it. Mallets and singing bell are used sparingly throughout, but always to good effect. Perfect for a memorial service or general use. 3-5 octaves level 4.

SKU: HL.14029542

ISBN 9780711978140. English.

An essential resource collection of twelve new songs for assemblies, choirs, class singing and Sunday schools. Includes songs for each season and the main Christian festivals such as Harvest and a setting of Psalm 23. The teachers part contains piano part, lyrics, guitar chord symbols and a matching CD containing all the songs, plus great backing tracks to sing along to.

SKU: BT.9780713648010

ISBN 9780713648010. English.

A wonderful collection of great songs for 4-7 year olds which can be easily related to topic work and national curriculum subjects.

• No music reading or instrument playing is required to learn the songs.
• The songs appeal especially to young children and are short enough to learn by rote.
• Sung versions and instrument-only versions of the songs, suitable for accompanying your own performances are provided on therecording.
• Includes advice to help you improve your singing.

SKU: YM.GTW01100296

ISBN 9784636102062. 8.5 x 12 inches.

A number of famous songs, mainly Shoka (traditional Japanese songs), associated with each month from January to December are collected in a book. The sheet music includes lyrics, so even those who are not good with sheet music can enjoy singing those nostalgic songs!

SKU: BT.9780713663440

ISBN 9780713663440. English.

This book contains 59 tried and tested songs about topics including the world, the seasons, being a friend and caring for animals. There are tuneful hymns and thought-provoking subjects, just what's needed to fill the musicslot in assembly or at Sunday school. Includes CD of backing tracks.

SKU: CF.BF141

ISBN 9781491159989. UPC: 680160918584.

The three pieces From Jewish Life were composed by Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch in 1924, the same year he took U.S. citizenship. Though clearly inspired and influenced by Jewish experience, they are purely concert pieces, and do not provide any specific liturgical significance.

The first movement, Prayer, is a deeply heartfelt plea to the almighty. As Neil W Levin writes, The initial four-note motive in the minor mode, together with its elaboration in the ensuing phrases, sounds as if it might have served as the skeletal model for Max Janowski's (1912-1991) now well-known setting of the High Holyday prayer Avinu Malkenu. This prayer has special meaning in my own spiritual life, as I have been singing it since my childhood. Both Prayer and Janowski's Avinu Malkenu are cantorial in nature, to be sung with heartfelt pathos.

The second movement, Supplication (the act of begging humbly), has more angst, almost a sense of urgency as a result of the rhythmic motor in the piano. The third movement, Jewish Song, evokes a quintessentially Eastern-European melancholy. Its falling motives with bent intonation might represent the pain of the Jewish experience.

The works were dedicated to Dutch-American cellist Hans Kindler, a highly influential musician of his time, and founder of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. Mr. Kindler was the soloist for the world premiere of Bloch's most celebrated work, Schelomo in 1917.

Though the popularity of Bloch's oeuvre has been dominated by works of Jewish connection, we should not forget that Bloch had many other stylistic periods, including Franco-Belgian, modal, serial, and even American folk. In 1927, he was awarded Musical America's composition prize in a unanimous vote, despite being regarded as an outsider by American music writers at the time. His winning work America (1928) was performed by every major orchestra and conductor in the following seasons. May we be proud of his contributions to American music.
The three pieces From Jewish Life were composed by Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch in 1924, the same year he took U.S. citizenship. Though clearly inspired and influenced by Jewish experience, they are purely concert pieces, and do not provide any specific liturgical significance. The first movement, Prayer, is a deeply heartfelt plea to the almighty. As Neil W Levin writes, The initial four-note motive in the minor mode, together with its elaboration in the ensuing phrases, sounds as if it might have served as the skeletal model for Max Janowski's (1912-1991) now well-known setting of the High Holyday prayer Avinu Malkenu. This prayer has special meaning in my own spiritual life, as I have been singing it since my childhood. Both Prayer and Janowski's Avinu Malkenu are cantorial in nature, to be sung with heartfelt pathos. The second movement, Supplication (the act of begging humbly), has more angst, almost a sense of urgency as a result of the rhythmic motor in the piano. The third movement, Jewish Song, evokes a quintessentially Eastern-European melancholy. Its falling motives with bent intonation might represent the pain of the Jewish experience. The works were dedicated to Dutch-American cellist Hans Kindler, a highly influential musician of his time, and founder of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. Mr. Kindler was the soloist for the world premiere of Bloch's most celebrated work, Schelomo in 1917. Though the popularity of Bloch's oeuvre has been dominated by works of Jewish connection, we should not forget that Bloch had many other stylistic periods, including Franco-Belgian, modal, serial, and even American folk. In 1927, he was awarded Musical America's composition prize in a unanimous vote, despite being regarded as an outsider by American music writers at the time. His winning work America (1928) was performed by every major orchestra and conductor in the following seasons. May we be proud of his contributions to American music.
The three pieces From Jewish Life were composed by Swiss-American composer Ernest Bloch in 1924, the same year he took U.S. citizenship. Though clearly inspired and influenced by Jewish experience, they are purely concert pieces, and do not provide any specific liturgical significance.The first movement, “Prayer”, is a deeply heartfelt plea to the almighty. As Neil W Levin writes, “The initial four-note motive in the minor mode, together with its elaboration in the ensuing phrases, sounds as if it might have served as the skeletal model for Max Janowski’s (1912–1991) now well-known setting of the High Holyday prayer Avinu Malkenu.” This prayer has special meaning in my own spiritual life, as I have been singing it since my childhood. Both “Prayer” and Janowski’s Avinu Malkenu are cantorial in nature, to be sung with heartfelt pathos.The second movement, “Supplication� � (the act of begging humbly), has more angst, almost a sense of urgency as a result of the rhythmic motor in the piano. The third movement, “Jewish Song”, evokes a quintessentially Eastern-European melancholy. Its falling motives with bent intonation might represent the pain of the Jewish experience.The works were dedicated to Dutch-American cellist Hans Kindler, a highly influential musician of his time, and founder of the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. Mr. Kindler was the soloist for the world premiere of Bloch’s most celebrated work, Schelomo in 1917.Though the popularity of Bloch’s oeuvre has been dominated by works of Jewish connection, we should not forget that Bloch had many other stylistic periods, including Franco-Belgian, modal, serial, and even American folk. In 1927, he was awarded Musical America’s composition prize in a unanimous vote, despite being regarded as an outsider by American music writers at the time. His winning work America (1928) was performed by every major orchestra and conductor in the following seasons. May we be proud of his contributions to American music.

SKU: CA.8301400

Most tellingly, Christmas songs render the joy and anticipation of children at Christmastime. The children's choir SingsalaSing of the Landesakademie for young musicians in Baden-Wurttemberg, Ochsenhausen, sings 26 traditional and new yuletide songs from Germany and neighboring countries. These are especially suited to children in elementary school. The colorful and diverse arrangements are by Bobby Fischer, Markus Munzer-Dorn, Veit Hubner, Christoph Muller. This CD is an invitation to children and their families to join in singing together during the Advent and Christmas seasons. This CD is part of the Lieder project which promotes and benefits singing with children. This project presents texts, music and recordings of songs to sing. It emphasizes quality and is designed especially for children. The goal is to once again focus on singing together in families. To date, 100 solo singers, vocal ensemble, choirs, instrumentalists and over 300 children have offered their time and talents to the Carus Lieder project. Profits derived from the sale of books and CDs in the Lieder project have now reached 400,000 Euros - these proceeds are being donated to causes which further singing with children.

SKU: OU.9780193525634

ISBN 9780193525634. 10 x 7 inches.

The Oxford Book of Flexible Choral Songs is the perfect resource for secular choirs and singing groups who like the flexibility to perform songs in a range of combinations from unison to SATB. Each piece may be performed by a mixed choir, but is also presented with flexible scoring options, clearly explained throughout, enabling performance by various combinations of singers, including upper voices or men's voices alone. As well as new arrangements of existing repertoire, the collection also features newly commissioned original works, specially written for flexible forces.

• Perfec t for small choirs, young choirs, choirs with few men, choirs just starting out, and choirs with limited rehearsal time
• 51 flexibly scored choral songs, including 12 new commissions
• Accessible piano accompaniments, with some unaccompanied songs
• Wide range of styles, from the thirteenth century to the present day
• Repertoire includes madrigals and part-songs, folksongs, European art songs, Victorian ballads, and variety songs
• Classified by subject-matter, including 'Birds and Beasts', 'Comedy', 'Mystery', 'Seasons and Times', 'Choral Centrepieces', and 'Encores'
• Original songs by composers including Will Todd, John Rutter, Bob Chilcott, Oliver Tarney, Sarah Quartel, Ben Parry, and Alan Bullard
• Newly arranged songs by composers ranging from Dowland to Walton
• English singing translations for songs in other languages

SKU: HL.218407

UPC: 888680668679. 6.75x10.5 inches.

“Seas ons come, seasons go, nothing stays the same” – this is the message of this folk-like original with words based on the text from Ecclesiastes. Younger choirs will enjoy singing this well-crafted work that will allow them to build performing skills.

SKU: GI.G-018000

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Befo re the implementation of the new translation of The Roman Missal, the Mass of Redemption enjoyed a high level of popularity in parishes across the country and beyond. With the advent of the new translation, this Mass has become even more popular. Steve Janco rewrote the Gloria for the new translation and his through-composed setting is energetic and bright, bringing a sparkle to the new text. The Mass is written in the bright key of D major, bringing a joyful quality to the celebration of Sunday Mass, especially during the Christmas and Easter seasons, as well as the Sundays of Ordinary Time. Set for cantor, choir, assembly, keyboard, and guitar (with optional instrumental parts for brass quartet and timpani, two woodwinds, and handbells), the choral writing is in two parts (SA/TB) with optional third voice, often a soprano descant, at climaxes in various sections. Music directors agree that the simple choral arranging makes this a setting appropriate for parishes that do not have the musical “forces” to sing many of the more vocally complex Mass settings. Mass of Redemption brings the choir, musicians, and assembly together in a symphony of praise and thanksgiving for the great gift of redemption in Christ—a wonderful setting to raise hearts and voices to God at Sunday Mass. Join the hundreds of parishes that have made Mass of Redemption a musical staple and a reliable setting of the Mass. Parishes simply never grow weary of singing this setting!   Highlights: Highly popular among parishes before the implementation of new texts, now even more widely used! Written in the key of D major, bringing jubilance to the celebration of Mass. A variety of options for instrumentation with simple choral arrangements—ideal for smaller choirs. A delightful setting for the Christmas and Easter seasons and ideal for Sundays during Ordinary Time.  .

SKU: HL.218409

UPC: 888680668693. 5.0x5.0x0.17 inches.

Seasons come, seasons go, nothing stays the same - this is the message of this folk-like original with words based on the text from Ecclesiastes. Younger choirs will enjoy singing this well-crafted work that will allow them to build performing skills.

SKU: CA.222200

ISBN 9790007254216. German.

For children and young people aged 6 to 12 years, a great way to learn how to sing in parts effortlessly. The latest volume in chorissimo!, our choral collection series for school choirs, contains not only 30 quodlibets - each with at least two songs which can be beautifully combined - but also lots of ideas, tips, and suggestions. How to build up singing in parts, rehearsal methods, creative ideas about using the available space, and movement ideas all feature, as well as easy accompaniments for glockenspiel.

The quodlibets mainly comprise a traditional song plus a new song on a matching theme. They are divided thematically into five chapters - songs for everyday, the seasons, Christmas carols, songs in other languages, and funny songs.

- 30 quodlibets to sing as you like
- with varied pedagogical methods and performance ideas
- for singing in class and in school choirs
- suitable for children and young people from 6 to 14 years
- choral collection (editionchor) available at special bulk discount price
- edited by the Landesakademie fur die musizierende Jugend in Baden-Wurttemberg.

SKU: LO.10-5199S

ISBN 9780787763640.

With its joyful Hallelujahs and optional trumpet parts, this festive anthem is an excellent selection for Eastertide or other seasons of celebration. The original, hymn-like music is easy to learn and provides an opportunity for the congregation to join with the choir in singing.