Joanna Forbes-L'Estrange Alexander L'Estrange: The Twyford Carols: 2-Part Choir:

Talented duo Joanna Forbes L'Estrange (ex-Swingle Singers MD) and Alexander L'Estrange (jazz musician and composer/arranger) have devised this series of jazz warm-ups designed to help choirs swing and sing light music styles more authentically and effectively. Getting into the groove has never been such fun! These warm ups are arranged for SATB with a straightforward (optional) piano accompaniment and form part of their hugely popular choral workshops of the same name.The piece is part of the Choral Basics series ideal for beginner choirs.

An Irish Blessing is a choral setting for upper voices and piano or organ of the traditional Gaelic prayer which begins 'May the road rise to meet you'. Its gentle melody unfolds slowly beginning in unison and building to a fuller choral texture with a descant in the third verse. The optional flute part adds a folk-like quality and in addition to the wide dynamic range indicated further textural variety can be achieved with opportunities for a soloist or small group of singers.Perfect for school choirs weddings church services any leaving celebration or a concert programme.The Faber Choral Signature Series introduces a wealth of new or recently writtenchoral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works offering a thrilling array of varied styles.