A Quiet Moment

SKU: BT.AMP-210-010

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.

A Quiet Moment was written in memory of James Philip Krofta, a highly respected American conductor who died in the year 2006. This calm, willful composition of Philip Sparke is equally at home on the concert platform as in thecontest arena or at significant remembrance events when a quiet moment is required. Dur: 4:30

A Quiet Moment is geschreven ter herinnering aan de Amerikaanse dirigent James Phillip Krofta (1953-2006), in opdracht van zijn familie, die hiermee zijn grote liefde voor de muziek en het lesgeven recht wil doen. Deze mooiecompositie leent zich uitstekend voor plechtige gelegenheden (eventueel ter nagedachtenis aan een geliefde persoon), maar kan ook heel goed dienen als aangenaam rustpunt in een concert.

A Quiet Moment wurde im Gedenken an James Philip Krofta, eines engagierten amerikanischen Dirigenten, der im Jahre 2006 verstorben ist, geschrieben. Kroftas Familie gab die Komposition als Anerkennung seiner Liebe zur Musik und seiner Hingabe zum Lehrerberuf in Auftrag. Die ruhige, würdevolle Komposition von Philip Sparke eignet sich wunderbar für Anlässe zu Ehren oder zum Gedenken an wichtige Personen oder Ereignisse - oder als besinnlicher Ruhepunkt in Ihrem Konzertprogramm.

A Quiet Moment nous invite entrer dans un temps méditatif ou contemplatif. Les images et les pensées suscitées par chant nostalgique sont autant de voyages mélancoliques où les paysages décrivent des instants de vie et d’amour.

SKU: CF.YPS213

ISBN 9781491152324. UPC: 680160909827. Key: Bb major.

In That Quiet Moment was written in memory of the composer's father. Grant Michel's heart-wrenching piece of reflection and sadness from the loss of a parent is rendered more poignant since the untimely passing of the composer himself. It is a wonderful piece to teach students emotional involvement in music and musicianship.

SKU: FL.FX070515-3

Simple, those pieces are entertaining and humorous. Their title give easily an indication of the character to give while playing them. Except << Le Debut... >> that should be played at the start, and << ... Et la FIN >> at the end, I let the Conductor free to define the order in which to play the central Pieces: << L'Heure de Pointe >> (The rush hour), << Un Moment Presque Tranquille >> (An almost quiet moment), and << Le Voyage en Train >> (The train trip).

SKU: BT.DHP-1165676-010

English-German-French-Dutch.

The Japanese composer Satoshi Yagisawa is known for writing beautiful and colourful melodies. This moving slow piece is suitable as a warm-up piece or a quiet moment in your concert programme. It also allows you to work on intonation, phrasing and musicality.

De Japanse componist Satoshi Yagisawa staat bekend om zijn prachtige en kleurrijke melodieën. Dit pakkende, langzame werk is geschikt als warming-up of voor het creëren van een rustig moment in een concertprogramma. Het geeft u ook de mogelijkheid om te werken aan intonatie, frasering en muzikaliteit.

Der japanische Komponist Satoshi Yagisawa ist für seine wunderschönen lebendigen Melodien bekannt. Dieses bewegende langsame Werk eignet sich als Einspielstück oder als ein ruhiges Stück für Ihr Konzertprogramm. Es ermöglicht außerdem das Arbeiten an Intonation, Phrasierung und musikalischer Gestaltung.

Le compositeur japonais Satoshi Yagisawa est connu pour ses magnifiques mélodies colorées. Ce morceau lent et émouvant convient comme pièce d’échauffement ou moment calme dans votre concert. Il vous permet de travailler l’intonation, les phrasés et la musicalité.

Noto per le fioriture melodiche di cui sono forti le sue composizioni, Satoshi Yagisawa offre qui un perfetto brano di riscaldamento, connotato da un mood sereno e da un andamento rilassato. Permette il perfezionamento dell’intonazione, l’acquisizione di maggiore musicalit e il miglioramento delle propriet di fraseggio.

SKU: FL.FX070515-2

Simple, those pieces are entertaining and humorous. Their title give easily an indication of the character to give while playing them. Except << Le Debut... >> that should be played at the start, and << ... Et la FIN >> at the end, I let the Conductor free to define the order in which to play the central Pieces: << L'Heure de Pointe >> (The rush hour), << Un Moment Presque Tranquille >> (An almost quiet moment), and << Le Voyage en Train >> (The train trip).

SKU: FL.FX070515-1

Simple, those pieces are entertaining and humorous. Their title give easily an indication of the character to give while playing them. Except << Le Debut... >> that should be played at the start, and << ... Et la FIN >> at the end, I let the Conductor free to define the order in which to play the central Pieces: << L'Heure de Pointe >> (The rush hour), << Un Moment Presque Tranquille >> (An almost quiet moment), and << Le Voyage en Train >> (The train trip).

SKU: PR.41641613L

UPC: 680160642199. 11 x 17 inches.

On the island of Elba, off the coast of Italy, I composed this work as the sun was rising over the ocean in the mornings and gently sifting through the clouds against the lingering fog. As the piece developed, it took on a shape of its own and gradually became centered around diminished chords and the interval of a tri-tone (diminished 5th). I love these chords for their angst and for their sadness, but also for their flexibility. My piece is very textural in nature; and yes, it does have a melody of sorts, and yet, this melody comes and goes, and is never quite grasped until the end. Portions of it are repeated and spun out creating layers of sound without the heaviness of form. It is indeed a depiction of mist, where one minute you see things and the next they are gone. As you move through the piece, you find that the trumpet is also an antagonist, creeping in with a haunting cry; a reminder of things unsettled. Throughout the piece, we are quietly searching. We search for a tonal center for stability, and also for a melody that will make us feel fulfilled. Once found, we hold them for an instant, and then like the clouds and like life itself, they are gone. We are warmed by their presence and saddened by their loss. I hope that you will reflect upon your own memories of life's quiet moments as we enjoy the world premiere of this new work together. Mist is not a piece to be analyzed, but rather a piece to be experienced and absorbed. As you listen, release your mind, embrace your emotions, close your eyes, and allow the mist to creep in.

SKU: HL.44012028

SKU: HL.142242

UPC: 888680047740. 5x5 inches.

Uses:General, Hymn Arrangement

Scripture: Hebrews 11

A well-loved hymn of assurance is given a fresh, new treatment in this anthem. Full of harmonic color, this unique setting will be a welcome addition to your choir's repertoire. An excellent choice for times of reflection, or for any quiet moment of worship. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition or as a digital download.

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SKU: LP.OR-9152

UPC: 765762094604.

Telling the tradional Christmas story with a few nontraditional characters particularly Mary and Joseph's parents. The drama along with the dynamic blend of new and traditional music portrays how beautifully God works out His purposes in our lives. Arranged and written by Dennis and Nan Allen for SATB choir with drama. Song titles include: One Quiet Moment; He Is Born; Sing O Zion; Jesus Christ Is Born..