SKU: HL.250701
UPC: 888680714819. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Two traditional Irish blessings – “Deep peace of the running wave to you” and “May the road rise up to greet you” – are artfully combined in this exquisitely crafted work by former King's Singer and composer Philip Lawson. A wonderful benediction for graduation, spring concert and worship settings.
SKU: HL.1236599
ISBN 9781705198063. UPC: 196288148432. 6.75x10.5 inches.
A Gaelic Blessing was written for Louth Choral Society and uses a text written by William Sharp (under his pseudonym Fiona Macleod) and adapted by John Rutter for his 1978 piece, also called A Gaelic Blessing.
SKU: CR.983595
UPC: 078777023508.
The traditional Celtic blessing serves as the text for this quiet work. Accessible ranges and expressive harmonies make this anthem useful throughout the year. This work is an off-print from Requiem (98-3583) by John Leavitt and featured on the CD (99-1688). SATB, keyboard; Easy-medium difficulty. .
SKU: JK.00804
Numbers 6:23-26.
Arranged for mixed chorus (SSAATTBB) and piano, with text from A Gaelic Blessing and Numbers 6:23-26, sung as a prayer to the Lord to bless us in all we do.Composer: Richard W. Smith Difficulty: Medium-difficult / medium-difficult acc. Performance time: 2:30Reference: Numbers 6:23-26.
SKU: GI.G-9410
UPC: 785147941002. English. Text source: Gaelic blessing, alt.
“Deep Peace†by Irish composer Bernard Sexton is an exquisite choral miniature. e familiar Gaelic blessing invokes all of creation, and nally Christ, to bestow blessing. is gem will be a great addition to your choir’s repertoire.
SKU: GI.G-EH1009
Text source: Gaelic blessing.
Beautifully capturing the essence of this traditional Gaelic blessing, Elaine Hagenberg’s setting evokes the natural tranquility of a “gentle night†where the “moon and stars pour their healing light on you.†The gently flowing piano accompaniment supports the rolling legato vocal lines. Optional string quartet parts add serenity and depth to this well loved text. Full Score and Parts version also available. EH1009A. Scroll down for link.
SKU: PL.0324
Commissioned for the 2002 AAM Conference, this is a deceptively simple blessing with a Gaelic text. The melody is direct with a limited range for possible congregational use. The harmonic interest is provided by the elegantly written organ part which gives opportunities for solo stops and color changes. This would make a splendid conclusion to any worship service as well as serving as an anthem.
SKU: HL.35029339
UPC: 884088955519. 5x5 inches.
Consort Orchestra (CD-ROM/includes score and parts for flute (penny whistle), violin, cello, guitar, piano and percussion): The soaring beauty of traditional folk music and Gaelic-inspired original songs permeates this collection with fresh sounds and expressive words. From lilting dance-like songs of praise to noble hymn tunes that encourage and motivate, this gathering of sacred songs provides a great variety of styles, tempos and usages. Decorated with optional acoustic instruments and driven by well-crafted piano parts, these anthems are designed to work for choirs of any size. Catch the wave of enthusiasm for this ancient, musical culture and bring a refreshing spirit of worship into your ministry! Songs include: Celtic Praise Song • In the Valley Flows a River • The Master Has Come • A Celtic Hosanna • Come to the Upper Room • Here is Love • Celtic Alleluia • Not I, But Christ • A Celtic Blessing. Score and parts for flute (penny whistle), violin, cello, guitar, piano and percussion.
SKU: GI.G-9897
ISBN 9780854022809.
This book provides a comprehensive collection of 30 anthems by 23 composers, for church and school choirs. It includes specially commissioned anthems by established composers including Philip Moore, Richard Shephard and Philip Wilby, as well as works by such newer writers as Joanna Forbes L’Estrange, Owain Park, Ghislaine Reece Trapp, Amy Summers and Toby Young. There are also some new arrangements of classics such as Brother James’ Air and John Rutter’s A Gaelic Blessing. Popular RSCM composers Thomas Hewitt Jones, Piers Maxim, Sarah MacDonald, Peter Nardone and Geoff Weaver have also contributed new works. Many of the pieces have been tried and tested by choirs in worship. They employ a wide range of interesting and inspiring texts that echo the themes of the Sunday readings, as well as familiar words that have been given a new lease of life by inventive and imaginative settings. No choir will feel short-changed by these three-part settings. Each composer has set about creating something original rather than reducing existing material. Many of the pieces are flexible so they can comfortably be sung by smaller groups. The organ parts are straightforward and can be also be played on the piano.