Format : Score and Parts
SKU: CF.CPS252
ISBN 9781491159699. UPC: 680160918287.
America is intended for any intermediate to professional concert band looking to honor the United States of America and/or members of the Armed Forces. It is therefore ideal for performance on or around any patriotic holiday. It is not a typical setting of the tune, in that many liberties are taken to showcase each instrument of the ensemble, with the melodic focus constantly shifting. The conductor and performers should seek out these moments, and bring them to life whenever possible. The introduction, mm. 1-12, should be approached in the style of a fanfare, with an emphasis on syncopation and exaggerated nuance in regards to articulation style. Here, hidden beneath woodwind flourishes and triumphant bugle calls, the low voices play quotes of familiar American tunes such as The Star-Spangled Banner (m. 1, beat 3) and Simple Gifts (m. 3, beat 4). In mm. 15-22 the melody is carefully hidden among counter lines. This should be carefully balanced to highlight the melody, while still shaping the counter melodies appropriately. A brief return to the fanfare style occurs in mm. 33-35 before melding back into the chorale style. In regards to dynamics, performers should be reminded that within any single dynamic exists a range of expressive shades. No two notes should be played at the same volume, ensuring direction in even the simplest of phrases. Generally speaking, the fortissimo dynamic should be approached thoughtfully, with the bulk of the sound coming from the lowest voices, and the least from the highest voices.America is intended for any intermediate to professional concert band looking to honor the United States of America and/or members of the Armed Forces. It is therefore ideal for performance on or around any patriotic holiday. It is not a typical setting of the tune, in that many liberties are taken to showcase each instrument of the ensemble, with the melodic focus constantly shifting. The conductor and performers should seek out these moments, and bring them to life whenever possible.The introduction, mm. 1–12, should be approached in the style of a fanfare, with an emphasis on syncopation and exaggerated nuance in regards to articulation style. Here, hidden beneath woodwind flourishes and triumphant bugle calls, the low voices play quotes of familiar American tunes such as The Star-Spangled Banner (m. 1, beat 3) and Simple Gifts (m. 3, beat 4). In mm. 15–22 the melody is carefully hidden among counter lines. This should be carefully balanced to highlight the melody, while still shaping the counter melodies appropriately.A brief return to the fanfare style occurs in mm. 33–35 before melding back into the chorale style.In regards to dynamics, performers should be reminded that within any single dynamic exists a range of expressive shades. No two notes should be played at the same volume, ensuring direction in even the simplest of phrases.Generally speaking, the fortissimo dynamic should be approached thoughtfully, with the bulk of the sound coming from the lowest voices, and the least from the highest voices.
SKU: CF.CPS252F
ISBN 9781491159705. UPC: 680160918294.
SKU: HL.9971701
ISBN 9781458425171. UPC: 884088645380. 9.0x12.0x2.937 inches. John Jacobson/Roger Emerson.
Celebrate the American Century and the character of a nation that had become a world power and defender of freedom and liberty. By the beginning of the 20th Century, America was turning into a place where everybody wanted to be! From World War I through the Great Depression, war and peace to abundant harvests, America rolled up its sleeves and got to work. Its leaders challenged the nation to set lofty goals, and by 1969 the first American walked on the moon. Present a century of American history on stage with this 35-minute musical revue featuring 8 original songs and some traditional favorites, with connecting script and over 65 speaking parts, designed for performers in upper elementary and middle school. Available separately: Teacher Edition, Student Edition 5-Pak, Preview CD (with vocals), Preview Pak (1 Student book, 1 Preview CD, Performance/Accompaniment CD, and Performance Kit/CD (1 Teacher, 20 Student books, P/A CD). Performance Time: approx. 35 minutes. Suggested for grades 4-8.
SKU: HL.9971698
ISBN 9781458425140. UPC: 884088645359. 4.75x5.0x0.116 inches. John Jacobson/Roger Emerson.
SKU: HL.14024642
8.5x11.75x0.372 inches. English.
Work composed in 2000, for Organ and two Didgeridoos.
SKU: HL.14020140
9.75x14.25x0.195 inches.
1. EOS: The Goddess of the Dawn, who travelled on the winds and sprinkled down dew upon the earth 2. PAN: The God of the countryside, of flocks, shepherds and animals, a famous player of the syrinx, or pan pipes, - the shepherd's pipe. 3. BOREAS: The God of the North Wind who had two faces - one facing where he was going, the other from whence he came. He was the male counterpart to Eos. 4. CIRCE: The Enchantress who changed men into beasts. Ulysses was given a sprig from a certain plant by Hermes which allowed him to resist her charms. 5. PANDORA: When Pandora was created by Zeus, he ordered all the Gods to endow her with some of their attributes. She was also given a box, but forbidden to open it. Her curiosity about its contents overwhelmed her - she opened it and all the evils of the world flew out. Too late she closed it, but she managed to prevent the escape of Hope. 6. SELENE: The Goddess of the Moon who drives across the night sky in her chariot to visit the sleeping Endymion. She was once seduced by Pan.
SKU: HL.370176
ISBN 9781705146453. UPC: 840126993493. 6.75x10.5x0.024 inches.
Mark Hayes is one of our finest arrangers and now he has used his expertise in vocal arranging on this Irving Berlin treasure from the American Song Book. A cappella voices richly present the well-known lyric, capturing its emotional patriotism. Beautiful and dynamic musical interpretation weaves throughout the piece, building to a glorious final home sweet home. For game day performances, the piece can be shortened by simply beginning at meas. 24. No matter the event or concert, this is a fantastic selection to be sung all year long!
SKU: HL.370175
ISBN 9781705146446. UPC: 840126993486. 6.75x10.5x0.025 inches.
SKU: HL.370174
ISBN 9781705146439. UPC: 840126993479. 6.75x10.5x0.025 inches.
Mark Hayes is one of our finest arrangers and now he has used his expertise in vocal arranging on this Irving Berlin treasure from the American Song Book. A cappella voices richly present the well-known lyric, capturing its emotional patriotism. Beautiful and dynamic musical interpretation weaves throughout the piece, building to a glorious final “home sweet home.†For “game day†performances, the piece can be shortened by simply beginning at meas. 24. No matter the event or concert, this is a fantastic selection to be sung all year long!
SKU: HL.370173
ISBN 9781705146422. UPC: 840126993462. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
SKU: CF.CM9481
ISBN 9781491145852. UPC: 680160903351. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: Bb major. Captian Francis Saltus Van Boskerck, Anonymous, Francis Scott Key, Libretto by Henry C. Davis.
Featuring the official songs of all five branches of the Armed Forces, the Pledge of Allegiance, the Star-Spangled Banner, and even parts of Sousa marches as interludes, this is the definitive patriotic armed forces tribute. At under seven minutes' duration, this arrangement is great for chorus and piano or with concert band. An optional band score is available (CPS61) and reproducible string parts are also included in the set for string orchestra. Also available for SATB Voices (CM8973), SABVoices (CM8974), TTBB Voices (CM8976), and Two-Part Treble Voices (CM8975). (The U. S. Army song is the original Caissons Go Rolling Along version).
SKU: CF.CMF1
ISBN 9780825857768. UPC: 798408057763. 6.75 X 10.5 inches. Text: Keith Hibbs; Claire Cloninger; Cherry Tadlock; Ron Harris. Claire Cloninger, Ron Harris, Cherry Tadlock, Keith Hibbs.
This collection offers both seasonal and general worship anthems from one of America’s premiere church writers. The anthems in this collection are perfectly suited for praise and worship and are sure to become an integral part of church choir programs. Seven anthems total, Hallquist has skillfully written these beautiful pieces with care and thoughtfulness; a style that has been one of his trademarks throughout the years. A must-have for every church choir! Faithful to the Vision (Anniversary/Dedication), I Often Dance (General Praise/Worship), In Times Like These (Encouragement/Easter Resurrection), Let Us Worship and Bow Down (Call to Worship), On a Hillside in Bethlehem (Christmas), They Could Not (Easter) and We Are His Love (Missions/Ministry).
SKU: HL.241131
ISBN 9781785583070. 6.75x9.75x0.247 inches. English.
Changing Voices is an exciting collection of songs specifically arranged for changing or 'cambiata' male voices. These arrangements are intended to be sung by boys aged approximately 11 years and upwards; precisely the time when many boys give up singing as their changing voices cease to fit comfortably within traditional vocal ranges. Progressive in difficulty and ranging from classic sea shanties to contemporary pop hits, the pieces in this collection provide a dynamic and eclectic selection of music for boys' choral groups of all abilities. As well as the printed score, this book is supported by SoundWise: you get an e-book digital edition of your music to read on any device and full demonstration recordings of each piece, plus accompaniment-only, solo-only and rehearsal backing tracks.
SKU: HL.14048244
ISBN 9788759820483. 10.5x14.5x0.5 inches. English.
For 4 Voices and 14 Instruments. Full Score. Dedicated to Theatre of Voices and The London Sinfonietta. Orchestration 1 Soprano 1 Alto 1 Tenor 1 Bass 1 Bass Flute 1 Bass Clarinet in Bb 1 Horn in F 1 Trombone 1 Contra Bassoon 2 Percussion (2 players) 1 Guitar 1 Harp 1 Violin 1 1 Violin 2 1 Viola 1 Cello 1 Double Bass The score is written in C. Traditional octave transpositions as indicated by the clefs.
SKU: HL.241130
ISBN 9781785583087. 6.75x9.75x0.207 inches. English.
Changing Voices Christmas is an exciting collection of Christmas carols and popular songs specifically arranged for changing or 'cambiata' male voices. These arrangements are intended to be sung by boys aged approximately 11 years and upwards; precisely the time when many boys give up singing as their changing voices cease to fit comfortably within traditional vocal ranges. Progressive in difficulty and ranging from classic carols to more contemporary Christmas hits, the pieces in this collection are suitable for performance in both sacred and secular settings. Together, they provide a dynamic and festive selection of music for boys' choral groups of all abilities. As well as the printed score, this book is supported by SoundWise: you get an eBook, a digital edition of your music to read on any device, and online audio featuring: full demonstration recordings of each piece, plus accompaniment-only, solo-only and rehearsal backing tracks.