Fresh and easy-to-prepare and present service music is contained in this indispensable mini-collection of six introits. A mixture of moods voicings texts tunes and accompaniment options keeps things interesting and creative as always from the inimitable Hal Hopson. An invaluable resource!
SKU: MN.50-3515
UPC: 688670535154. Text: Johann Heermann.
The composer uses an early American work tune as the basis for this lenten piece. The music has a folk-like quality that is both pleasing and contains emotional depth.
SKU: AU.9781506456874
ISBN 9781506456874. 7x10.25 inches.
Hopson pairs a wonderful poem by Robert Southwell with a scottish folk tune in this anthem, perfect for the Sundays after Christmas. The text explores the implications of Christ's birth, and the addition of flute adds to the gentle lilt of the tune. Tune: Scottish Folk Tune.
SKU: GI.G-7791
UPC: 785147779100. English. Text by Cecil Frances Alexander.
Thanks to the venerable Lessons and Carols tradition, many choirs begin their Christmas programs or preludes with a setting of the hymn “Once in Royal David’s City.†This Hal Hopson setting also includes optional parts for string quartet and handbells.
SKU: GI.G-8200
UPC: 785147820000. English. Text Source: 'Conditor alme siderum,' Latin hymn, 9th c., tr. The Hymnal 1982, alt.
A delightful arrangement of a classic Advent text from the 9th-century, this gently flowing piece begins with a statement of the melody coupled by a simple arpeggiated accompaniment. The undulating rhythm is broken mid-piece by a more chordal harmonic movement that reflects the reverence and magnitude of the text, “At your great name, O Jesus, now all knees must bend, all hearts must bow.†It ends as it began with a strong restatement of the opening accompaniment.
