A Shaker Gift Song

SKU: FP.FFD01

ISBN 979-0-57050-079-6.

Three newly minted settings of folksongs (from France, Britain, and the United States) by one of New Zealand's leading composers - Il etait une bergere, O Waly, Waly, and the well known Shaker song Simple Gifts.

SKU: HL.35032257

UPC: 888680746308. 5.0x5.0x0.175 inches. II Corinthians 4:17, II Timothy 2:8-12, Matthew 18:4.

A spectacular reimagining of the celebrated Shaker song made famous by Aaron Copland in Appalachian Spring! This American classic is sent soaring in this joyful and energetic arrangement that tugs at the heart and thrills the soul. Many options are available: full orchestration/track; one piano, four-hands or a one piano, two-hands version. All are expertly crafted and offer choirs a distinctive new take on this testament to living modestly in the spirit of Thanksgiving. Score and Parts (pic, fl, ob 1-2, A cl 1-2, bn 1-2, hn 1-4, C tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, btbn, tba, timp, perc 1-2, glock, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.

SKU: AP.41188S

UPC: 038081471693. English. Shaker Folk Song.

A simple yet interesting arrangement of the much-loved tune, Simple Gifts, that will delight music lovers. The use of counterpoint provides a challenge, yet this delightful piece is still very playable. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.48899

UPC: 038081562230. English. Traditional Shaker Song.

This creative arrangement of the well-known Shaker song passes the traditional tune to every voice part, using the others to support the buoyant melody. Scored for a mixed choir with congas, claves, and maracas, Mark's setting opens with a bit of suspense that soon breaks into a bright a cappella feature. Some rhythmic augmentation provides a warm center before returning to the vibrant feel. Fans will note a few additional lyrics that celebrate the gift to be loving, light, hopeful, and true. A final flourish fans out from the only unison measure into a resounding G major chord.

About Alfred Choral Designs

The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

SKU: CF.YPS264

ISBN 9781491163641. UPC: 680160922437.

The Gift To Be Simple was commissioned by the North Bethesda (Maryland) Middle School Band, where Monica Hepburn is the director. Monica is a former student and graciously asked me to write this for her band. I aimed to take this traditional Shaker song and add modern harmonies, rhythms, and instrumentation.With that in mind, the introduction is similar to the lyrical setting of the original. Measure 5 creates a lively rhythmic motive for the ensemble where the members should match note lengths and style. Be sure that the clarinet and saxophone are the predominant motives at m. 18 so the melody can be fully realized. At mm. 26 and 38, be sure that the rhythmic accompaniment does not overpower the melody and that they adhere to all articulations. Finally, the marking forte-piano followed by a crescendo at m. 53 is critical for the final musical push to the end of the piece.I hope you and your ensemble enjoy performing The Gift To Be Simple.

SKU: HL.35028527

ISBN 9781476805641. UPC: 884088665241. 6.75x10.5 inches. Joseph M. Martin.

A vigorous Shaker tune takes on fresh purpose when joined with this original patriotic text. A powerful choral that celebrates the gift of freedom and good citizenship!

Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Orchestration, StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:20.

About Together We Sing

Shawnee Press: Together We Sing series

SKU: KN.19557

UPC: 822795195576.

This collection is a terrific resource for student groups, church musicians, family musicians and more. These grade 2-3 arrangements are fully interchangeable. The piano accompaniment book is optional and the tuba book includes two versions of the duets; one that is to be played by 2 tubas, and one that can be played with another instrument.

Contents:
Hail The Conquering Hero Comes (Handel); OUr Director (Bigelow); St. Anthony's Chorale (Haydn); Simple Gifts (Shaker hymn); Ecossaise (Beethoven); Can Can Polka (Offenbach); The Pilgrims' Chorus (Wagner); Allegro (Mozart).

SKU: KN.19553

UPC: 822795195538.

This collection is a terrific resource for student groups, church musicians, family musicians and more. These grade 2-3 arrangements are fully interchangeable. The piano accompaniment book is optional and the tuba book includes two versions of the duets; one that is to be played by 2 tubas, and one that can be played with another instrument.

Contents:
Hail The Conquering Hero Comes (Handel); OUr Director (Bigelow); St. Anthony's Chorale (Haydn); Simple Gifts (Shaker hymn); Ecossaise (Beethoven); Can Can Polka (Offenbach); The Pilgrims' Chorus (Wagner); Allegro (Mozart).