Lamentatio - Score

A Service for Tenebrae-The writing team of John Purifoy and Pamela Stewart have crafted a brief work for Maundy Thursday or Good Friday suitable for use as a Tenebrae service. Told from the historical perspective of the Gospels as well as from the Old Testament laments that foreshadow them Lamentations of the Lamb takes us on a journey through the final days in the life of Christ. Each anthem itself is a plaintive lament taken from these combined narratives. With a final stirring lamentation offered by creation here is a powerful ending to Holy Week in preparation for Easter. Songs include: A Gathering of Shadows The Table of Forgiveness Forsaken in the Garden In the Twilight of My Sorrow Come Ye Disconsolate Lamentation for the Lamb. Score and parts (fl ob vc) available on CD-ROM.

While perhaps Tallis and Byrd's Lamentations are better known Robert White's Lamentations reflects a uniquely bleak and austere vision and is surely one of the composer's finest works. David Wulstan writes: 'This grief-stricken music is spellbinding.' Set for five voices the melancholy sound moves between expressive contrapuntal writing and block chords offering some remarkably bold harmonic shifts and revealing an exceptional depth of emotion. In keeping with the high standards of the previous Musica Dei Donum editions this edition has a running translation atop each system to facilitate performance. White's Lamentations is well suited for any good churchchoir or amateur or college chorus in a concert setting.

La puissance communicative du Tevot pour grand orchestre (2007) de Thomas Adès, avec sa trajectoire parfaitement jugée et sa conclusion flamboyante en la majeur, est presque sans égal. N'ayant pas peur de porter son cœur sur sa manche, c'est une œuvre d'une vision, d'une sincérité et d'une expression à couper le souffle. Commandé par l'Orchestre philharmonique de Berlin et Sir Simon Rattle.
'Une pièce orchestrale vaste et capiteuse, exaltante dans son déferlement de lamentation, de renouvellement et d'affirmation... Timbales sombres, trombones, cors bougent comme un courant de marée, cédant à une danse scintillante de bois et d'enclumes accordées, un choral pour hautbois et vibraphone . Les suspensions tirent, les retours de lamentations, les violons aigus se dématérialisent. Cette musique est aussi audacieuse dans l'imagination que dans la structure - et elle réussit à coup sûr.
The Times (Hilary Finch), 23 juin 2014
'...un magnifique voyage orchestral à travers le chaos jusqu'à la consolation.'
The Times (Geoff Brown), 20 février 2010
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Uses: General Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23 Psalm 36:5 This is an original song that is an intimate commentary on the walk of faith. A beautiful melody filled with expressive leaps carries this hopeful message in careful arms. A prayer of affirmation directed toward the constancy of our heavenly Father this anthem is useful for whenever a word of encouragement is needed. Vocal parts are rich and rewarding and the orchestration adds a beautiful touch. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn tpt 1-3 hn 1-2 tbn 1-2 btbn/tba perc 1-2 vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

Uses: General ReformationScripture: Psalm 36:5; Lamentations 3:22-23; Psalm 89:8The faithfulness of Christ is the foundation of this outstanding original. A noble theme lifts the message to amazingheights while the considerate vocal writing makes this selection useful for church choirs of any size. With piano only or with the beautiful orchestration this sacred choral anthem is a tuneful reminder of God's glory andmajesty. Available separately: SATB Orchestration (Score and parts for Piano Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpets 1-3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion 1&2 Harp Violin 1&2 Viola Cello Double Bass) StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:33.

The Lamentations Of Jeremiah is amongst the best-known works of the Tudor period and holds an important place in the choral repertoire as a liturgical item for use in Holy Week and as a concert work. Includes an English singing translation. For SAATB unaccompanied.

Commissioned by the Tallis Scholars these Lamentations are a prime example of Martin’s exemplary choral writing. Combining complex harmonies and intricate antiphonal rhythms Martin has created a rich and sonorous setting of this sombre mournful text. Suitable for intermediate choirs and part of Faber Music’s Choral Signature Series.

POD-Pawe ukaszewski's Lamentationes for SSAATTBB choir unaccompanied. Commissioned by Wratislavia Cantans Festival Poland. Duration: 16 minutes.

Kaija Saariaho’s Maan Varjot was jointly commissioned by Orchestre Symphonique de Montreal Orchestre National de Lyon Southbank Centre and the Philharmonia Orchestra.The world premieretook place in Montreal on 19 May 2014 given by the Orchestre Symphonique de Montreal with Olivier Latry (Organ) conducted by Kent Nagano. The French premiere took place during June 2014 given by the Orchestre National de Lyonwith Olivier Latry (Organ). The UK premiere took place at the Southbank London on 26 June 2014 given by the Philharmonia Orchestra with Olivier Latry (Organ) conducted by Esa-Pekka Salonen.

from A Time for Alleluia-Uses: Good Friday Holy Week Scripture: Isaiah 53:3 - John 1:11 - Matthew 26:21-22 - John 3:16-17 - Galatians 2:20 A moving choral lamentation for the crucified Christ is presented in this anthem for Good Friday. From the shadows of Golgotha this poignant paean weeps with emotion through expressive music and cries of Kyrie Eleison. The anthem is dependent on two soloists that soar above the dramatic choral. The classic chorale Ah Holy Jesus is a sensitive ending to the piece.

Uses: General Lent Memorial Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-24 - Psalm 68:19 - II Corinthians 4:16 A testament to God's provision and abundance this classic text has provided comfort to many through the years. This re-setting has a lush harmonic language and an expressive theme that captures the gracefulness of the lyric. The memorable chorus builds to a passionate statement of trust and faith. Simple truths for a troubled world!