The Light in the Night

By Sally K. Albrecht. For Choir. (2-Part (with Opt. Flashlight Choreography)). Choral Octavo. Choral Designs. Novelty. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Dan Welcher’s most enduringly and frequently played orchestral work, Prairie Light is a fascinating musical companion to three of Georgia O’Keeffe’s most unusual paintings, Light Coming on the Plains, Canyon with Crows, and Starlight Night. This work is ideal for performances using visual projections of the paintings, and is frequently programmed for subscription concerts as well as those for educational settings. Duration: 14’ Parts available on rental.
This work for full orchestra was inspired by three paintings of the noted Americanartist Georgia O’Keeffe. These three watercolors were done in 1917 while the artist was living in Canyon, Texas (near Amarillo), and deal primarily with color and shape. Consequently, the music is primarily concerned with broad lines and shapes rather than rhythms, with subtle washes of color rather than constant harmonic movement, and with arching melody instead of linear counterpoint.The first movement, Light Coming on the Plains, is an elliptical-shaped painting, deep blue to indigo with a “horizon” at the bottom that seems flat and unchanging. The sun hasn’t risen yet, although it does in the course of this movement, but it seems instead to be providing light from behind the canvas. The music is unmoving in terms of rhythm or harmony (although there is a modulation midway through), a color-infused mantra of sound that is almost Eastern.At the height of the sun, we proceed to the second movement, entitled Canyon with Crows. The canyon is red-orange, with black crows circling above friendly unfolding hills. The music is gentle but lively and more rhythmic, with the birds represented by solo oboe, clarinet, and sometimes flute. Halfway through, the brass have a chorale version of the opening motive, played very slowly, over the unending triplets of woodwinds and strings. At the end of the movement, the birds return for a duo-cadenza, accompanied by the dying rays of the sun in muted strings and the ongoing triplets of the solo quartet.The stage is set for the final movement, Starlight Night. In O’Keeffe’s painting, the stars are represented by regularly-spaced rectangles of bright pale yellow on a blue-black sky, with the same shape to the field of vision and the horizon that is found in Light Coming on the Plains. The stars become audible: harp, celesta, glockenspiel, and string pizzicati all lend a sparkle while a solo flute introduces a slowly unfolding theme. After this theme has been heard twice and the sky has begun to really brighten, there is a sudden interruption: a xylophone and a piano begin another “mantra” in brittle staccato chords. This is the same mechanical eternity as O’Keeffe’s regularly-spaced square stars, and it continues on its own as the night progresses. The music builds and grows as the moon rises and arcs, then falls as the pre-dawn light that opened the work returns to bring it to a close. Acycle of light, changing with the movements of sun, moon, and stars, appearing differently from various points of view

Bb Edition. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 9x12 inches. 816 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Eb Edition. By Various. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 9x12 inches. 816 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Fakebook (spiral bound) for voice and C instrument. With vocal melody, lyrics, chord names, leadsheet notation and guitar chord chart. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 813 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

C Edition. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 9x12 inches. 816 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Stars, Night, Music And Light was commissioned by BBC Radio 3 and first performed at the BBC Proms on 15th July 2011. Vocal score. The performance was given to open the First Night of the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, London, by the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the BBC Symphony Chorus and the BBC Singers, conducted by Ji i B lohlavek

The Group Singing Songbook. By Various. Vocal. Size 9.5x12 inches. 281 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Arranged by Peter Blood, Annie Patterson. Vocal. Size 7.5x10.5 inches. 283 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Complete Lyrics for Over 1000 Songs from Broadway to Rock. By Various. Lyric Library. Softcover. Size 8.5x11 inches. 373 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Choral (2-Part)

SKU: HL.370607

Composed by Glenda E. Franklin. Shawnee Press. Christmas, Concert, Holiday. Octavo. Duration 150 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.370607).

ISBN 9781705147153. UPC: 840126994148. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.

Poignant message of hope and peace with snippets of “Silent Night” throughout. Limited vocal ranges and simple vocal textures create an ethereal quality; excellent for teaching tone, diction, dynamics, balance and blend.

Choral (3-Part Mixed choir)

SKU: HL.370606

Composed by Glenda E. Franklin. Shawnee Press. Christmas, Concert, Holiday. Octavo. Duration 150 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.370606).

ISBN 9781705147146. UPC: 840126994131. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

Poignant message of hope and peace with snippets of Silent Night throughout. Limited vocal ranges and simple vocal textures create an ethereal quality; excellent for teaching tone, diction, dynamics, balance and blend.

Christmas Delights, Book 1 arranged by Martha Mier. For Piano. Piano Collection; Piano Supplemental. Christmas; Winter. Early Elementary; Elementary. Book. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

(Featuring: Harvey Two-Face / Introduce a Little Anarchy / Like a Dog Chasing Cars). By Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard. Arranged by Victor Lopez. For Full Orchestra. Full Orchestra. Pop Concert Full Orchestra. Light Concert. 3.5 (grade 3.5). Conductor Score and Parts. 252 pages

Choral (3-Part Mixed choir)

SKU: HL.1134816

Composed by Karen Crane. Shawnee Press. Christmas, Concert, Winter. Octavo. Duration 137 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.1134816).

ISBN 9781705183052. UPC: 196288112914. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

This original work in minor sets an inviting mood singing of candles shining in the night. Whether for Christmas, Hanukkah, or any other time of year the theme of candles is used, you will love this text of joy, peace and love set with vocals that are beautifully written and easily learned.

By Lloyd Larson. For Brass Ensemble. Quintet for Brass Ensemble. Christmas. Level: 4. Published by Light Of The World Music.

((Incorporating All Day, All Night)). By J. Paul Williams and Patti Drennan. SATB. Glory Sound. 12 pages

Choral (Preview CD)

SKU: HL.144042

A Service for Advent. Composed by John Purifoy. Brookfield Christmas Choral. Advent, Cantata, Christmas, Sacred. CD only. Published by Brookfield Press (HL.144042).

ISBN 9781495030062. UPC: 888680060688. 5x5 inches. Pamela Stewart/John Purifoy.

This moving cantata is a worship service of contemplation and reflection. Based on the classic Evensong service, the work is appropriate for choirs looking for a something that is both traditional and yet very innovative. A profound blending of message and music, the writers have provided a moving invitation to quietly consider the advent moment from an ancient yet relevant perspective, while the narration for multiple readers and congregation poignantly weaves everything together. Though brief, this powerful work will be an inspiring moment as your church prepares for the Christmas event. Truly inspired!

Songs include: 'Tis the Winter of Our Longing; O Come, Thou Wisdom; O Come, Thou Branch of Jesse's Tree; O Come, Thou Key of David; O Savior, Open Heaven Wide; Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus; Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying; O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Score and Parts (fl, ob, eng hn, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

Choral (CD 10-pak)

SKU: HL.144043

A Service for Advent. Composed by John Purifoy. Brookfield Christmas Choral. Advent, Cantata, Christmas, Sacred. CD only. Published by Brookfield Press (HL.144043).

ISBN 9781495030093. UPC: 888680060695. 5x5 inches. Pamela Stewart/John Purifoy.

This moving cantata is a worship service of contemplation and reflection. Based on the classic Evensong service, the work is appropriate for choirs looking for a something that is both traditional and yet very innovative. A profound blending of message and music, the writers have provided a moving invitation to quietly consider the advent moment from an ancient yet relevant perspective, while the narration for multiple readers and congregation poignantly weaves everything together. Though brief, this powerful work will be an inspiring moment as your church prepares for the Christmas event. Truly inspired!

Songs include: 'Tis the Winter of Our Longing; O Come, Thou Wisdom; O Come, Thou Branch of Jesse's Tree; O Come, Thou Key of David; O Savior, Open Heaven Wide; Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus; Wake, Awake, for Night Is Flying; O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. Score and Parts (fl, ob, eng hn, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

(SAB Choir)

SKU: HL.1295438

Composed by Greg Gilpin and James Pierpont. Shawnee Press. Christmas, Holiday, Light Concert, Secular Christmas, Winter. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 195 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.1295438).

ISBN 9798350106466. UPC: 196288170228. 6.75x10.5 inches.

What a surprising idea using the Pierpont melody of “Jingle Bells” to create a beautifully warm setting for winter concerts. The text describes a scene of nature sleeping and dreaming beneath a blanket of snow set to simple yet rich harmonies with a touch of “sleep in heavenly peace” near the end. Exquisite.

(SATB)

SKU: HL.1295437

Composed by Greg Gilpin and James Pierpont. Shawnee Press. Christmas, Holiday, Light Concert, Secular Christmas, Winter. Octavo. Duration 195 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.1295437).

ISBN 9798350106459. UPC: 196288170211. 6.75x10.5 inches.

What a surprising idea using the Pierpont melody of “Jingle Bells” to create a beautifully warm setting for winter concerts. The text describes a scene of nature sleeping and dreaming beneath a blanket of snow set to simple yet rich harmonies with a touch of “sleep in heavenly peace” near the end. Exquisite.

(SSA Choir)

SKU: HL.1295439

Composed by Greg Gilpin and James Pierpont. Shawnee Press. Christmas, Holiday, Light Concert, Secular Christmas, Winter. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 195 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.1295439).

ISBN 9798350106473. UPC: 196288170235. 6.75x10.5 inches.

What a surprising idea using the Pierpont melody of “Jingle Bells” to create a beautifully warm setting for winter concerts. The text describes a scene of nature sleeping and dreaming beneath a blanket of snow set to simple yet rich harmonies with a touch of “sleep in heavenly peace” near the end. Exquisite.

(CME Holiday Lights). Arranged by Shawn Kirchner. For Choral, Flute, Oboe, Strings (SATB). Holiday Lights. 12 pages. Boosey and Hawkes #M051480371. Published by Boosey and Hawkes

For voice and C instrument. Format: fakebook. With vocal melody, lyrics and chord names. Folk. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 536 pages. 9.6x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

Choral (2-Part)

SKU: HL.1146428

Discovery Level 2. Composed by Audrey Snyder. Discovery Choral. Christmas, Concert, Festival, Winter. Octavo. Duration 150 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.1146428).

UPC: 196288117766. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

Lush and melodic, “Winter Lights” is a poignant mood piece conveying the tranquil spirit of a winter night and the lights which illuminate. The piece is easy to learn and excellent for teaching the art of expressive singing. The use of glockenspiel adds a unique charm to the peaceful spirit of the piece.

3-Part Mixed Choral (3PT MIXED)

SKU: HL.1146427

Discovery Level 2. Composed by Audrey Snyder. Discovery Choral. Christmas, Concert, Festival, Winter. Octavo. Duration 150 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.1146427).

UPC: 196288117759. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

Lush and melodic, “Winter Lights” is a poignant mood piece conveying the tranquil spirit of a winter night and the lights which illuminate. The piece is easy to learn and excellent for teaching the art of expressive singing. The use of glockenspiel adds a unique charm to the peaceful spirit of the piece.

SATB with organ and optional trumpet. Composed by Ruth Watson Henderson (1932-). Holiday Lights. Christmas, Christmas Sacred, Concert. Octavo. 16 pages. Boosey and Hawkes #M051480555. Published by Boosey and Hawkes