Hodie Christus Natus Est (On This Day)

SKU: CF.CAS95

ISBN 9781491142141. UPC: 680160630202. Key: G major.

Hodie Christus Natus Est, by Jan Pieters Sweelinck (1562-1621), is an extremely popular Renaissance a cappella choral work that has been transcribed for string orchestra. Although the work is usually associated with the Christmas season, it is a timeless piece that can be programmed at anytime during the school year.
Hodie Christus Natus Est by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck (1562-1621) is an extremely popular Renaissance a cappella choral work that has been transcribed for string orchestra. Although the work is usually associated with the Christmas season, it is a timeless piece that can be programmed at any time during the school year. The string parts mirror the voice parts, but are in the more comfortable key of G major, rather than the original B≤ major. String teachers may want to consult with their choral counterparts to determine if combining their groups might provide a unique experience for all of their students.All the string parts remain in first position. The work contains the less common alternating meters of ëand ò, and will provide students with insight into the unique rhythmic style of the Renaissance period. A piano part is included for rehearsal purposes.Performance suggestions: By listening to a recording of the original vocal performance and focusing on the lyrics, students will understand where to use a connected legato bowing style for running eighth-note passages and for the longer note durations, as expressed in the lyric “Ho-di-e, Ho-di-e” that alternates with a light detached style “No-e, No –e, No-e.” A most recent YouTube link is suggested here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2rAkZE5UU0.

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians

SKU: HL.49045940

Artfully combining the old with the new - that is one of the hallmarks of Alwin M. Schronen. That this versatile balancing actor andbearer of numerous compositional prizes succeeds in mastering this artistic balancing act, he proves once again in his sacred choralcomposition Hodie Christus natus est. This Latin-speaking work for 8-part mixed choir a cappella (SSAATTBB) is based on the antiphonto the Magnificat of the Christmas Vespers. Schronen opens his Christmas song with the literal intonation of the traditional Gregorian melody. After this beginning, alternating between male and female voices, the composer lets the entire choir join in the jubilation of thanks for the birth of Jesus. He manages to lift the listener with his very own musical language in other heavenly realms. A wonderful, but at the same time vocally demanding piece of music, which is equally suitable for the use of church music asit is for concert use.

SKU: CF.CAS95F

ISBN 9781491142158. UPC: 680160630219.

Hodie Christus Natus Est, by Jan Pieters Sweelinck (1562-1621), is an extremely popular Renaissance a cappella choral work that has been transcribed for string orchestra. Although the work is usually associated with the Christmas season, it is a timeless piece that can be programmed at anytime during the school year.

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians

SKU: CA.1003712

ISBN 9790007301644. Key: D minor. Latin.

Christoph Schönherr’s six-minute “Hodie Christus natus est” provides just the right mood for Christmas time. Starting with the Magnificat antiphon of the same name, this beautiful, accessible work for modest instrumental forces combines stylistic elements of Gregorian chant and jazz.

SKU: CA.1003700

ISBN 9790007294762. Key: D minor. Latin.

Christoph Schönherr’s six-minute “Hodie Christus natus est” provides just the right mood for Christmas time. Starting with the Magnificat antiphon of the same name, this beautiful, accessible work for modest instrumental forces combines stylistic elements of Gregorian chant and jazz.

SKU: CA.1003703

ISBN 9790007301316. Key: D minor. Latin.

Christoph Schönherr’s six-minute “Hodie Christus natus est” provides just the right mood for Christmas time. Starting with the Magnificat antiphon of the same name, this beautiful, accessible work for modest instrumental forces combines stylistic elements of Gregorian chant and jazz.

SKU: CA.1003715

ISBN 9790007301675. Key: D minor. Latin.

Christoph Schönherr’s six-minute “Hodie Christus natus est” provides just the right mood for Christmas time. Starting with the Magnificat antiphon of the same name, this beautiful, accessible work for modest instrumental forces combines stylistic elements of Gregorian chant and jazz.

SKU: CA.9111200

ISBN 9790007115555. Language: Latin.

SKU: GI.G-9685

UPC: 785147968504. Latin. Text Source: Antiphon for Christmas Day Vespers.

Kevin Memley’s celebratory setting of the familiar Latin text (“Hodie Christus natus est”) has a sprightly, memorable tune and vivacious rhythms punctuated with crisp tambourine, triangle, and drum accompaniment. The percussion will help the choir negotiate the frequent meter changes in the score. Also available in a setting for SSAA, G-9686. The percussion part is for tambourine, triangle, and drum. Listen to a performance of Hodie by Kevin A. Memley.

SKU: LO.30-3689H

UPC: 000308153293.

This festive Christmas work for chorus, soprano soloist, and optional orchestra and handbells includes three familiar carols arranged in Mark Hayes's signature, colorful style. Over the course of twelve minutes, Angels We Have Heard on High, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, and Hark! the Herald Angels Sing are joined together by sections of original music, making a memorable Christmas concert selection for community choirs, churches, and schools. Perform with Mark’s own vibrant orchestration to experience the full effect of this outstanding holiday composition. A track listing corresponding to the Performance/Accompaniment CD is available as a free download.

SKU: LO.99-3997H

UPC: 000308153217.

This festive Christmas work for chorus, soprano soloist, and optional orchestra and handbells includes three familiar carols arranged in Mark Hayes's signature, colorful style. Over the course of twelve minutes, Angels We Have Heard on High, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, and Hark! the Herald Angels Sing are joined together by sections of original music, making a memorable Christmas concert selection for community choirs, churches, and schools. Perform with Mark’s own vibrant orchestration to experience the full effect of this outstanding holiday composition. A track listing corresponding to the Performance/Accompaniment CD is available as a free download.