John Rutter

A piano reduction of the score of Rutter's fabulous requiem. This is one of the best-loved and most widely performed choral works of the twentieth century. The texts (in Latin and English) are from the Missa pro Defunctis the Book of Common Prayer and the Psalms. The seven sections form an arch-like meditation on the themes of life and death: prayers on behalf of all humanity psalms personal prayers to Christ and in the central Sanctus an affirmation of divine glory.

Set of parts for the brass accompaniment to John Rutter's popular setting of the Te Deum: a hymn of praise that is appropriate for choral concerts as well as for use in sacred settings. The music is jubilant straightforward and appealing with extrovert writing.

Full Score-John Rutter's Magnificat is a joyous celebration of the Virgin Mary inspired by feast-day festivities in countries such as Spain Mexico and Puerto Rico. Following the example set by Bach the Magnificat text is extended incorporating the fifteenth-century English poem 'Of a Rose' the prayers 'Sancta Maria' and the 'Sanctus' (set to the Gregorian chant of the Missa cum jubilo). The full scores for orchestra or chamber ensemble are now available on sale for the first time in handsome cloth-bound editions and the newly set orchestral parts are available on hire.

Oxford Choral Classics: English Church Music assembles in two volumes around 100 of the finest examples of English sacred choral music. The second volume presents a wealth of service material suitable for use throughout the year. The evening canticles are given due space with seventeen settings including those by Byrd Gibbons Purcell Walmisley Stanford Noble Howells Walton and Tippett. Also included are settings of the Te Deum and Jubilate Deo alongside seven settings of the Preces and Responses and two additional early Lord's Prayers. The selection is completed with three supplementary items: a set of previously unpublished Psalm chants byHowells John Sanders's Good Friday Reproaches and a written-out Order for Compline.Robert King has prepared completely new editions of all the pre-twentieth-century works going back to the earliest and most reliable manuscripts or printed sources. Playable keyboard reductions have been added for the majority of unaccompanied items.

Over 50 of the finest examples of sacred choral music from continental Europe from the sixteenth to twentieth centuries. John Rutter has prepared completely new editions of all the pre-twentieth-century items going back to the earliest and most reliable manuscript or printed sources. English singing translations are provided for most pieces and playable keyboard reductions. Orchestrations are available for hire for the eight accompanied items and some pieces are available separately in the Oxford Choral Classics Octavo series.

10 Carols for mixed voices-For countless singers and listeners the carols of John Rutter form the quintessential repertoire of any Christmas concert or service. In this special anthology 10 of Rutter's best and most popular carols have been compiled in one convenient volume that is an essential addition to the collection of any choir all written for SATB mixed voices with Piano accompaniment. Pieces include Angels' Carol Mary's Lullaby and the much-loved Candlelight Carol.

John Rutter master of melody is now available for your brass band. This beautiful carol tells the story of Christmas night and breathes the atmosphere of this joyous time. This arrangement does great justice to the original.

Twelve arrangements of British and North American folk songs which vary widely in regional origin and character. Arranged for unaccompanied SATB Chorus.

A slow gentle and solemn meditation anthem by John Rutter arranged for the upper voices and suitable for younger choral groups. This expressive choral work is based on passage from Numbers 6:24. As sung at the wedding of Meghan Markle to Prince Harry in May 2018.

A setting by John Rutter of this traditional sacred text for Full Mixed Choir and Soprano solo with a Piano reduction included of the Orchetra or Chamber ensemble arrangement. The Magnificat - the canticle of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Luke I: 46-55) - traditionally formed part of the ancient service of Vespers in the medieval Roman rite. It has been set to music more often than any liturgical text other than the Mass itself. Rutter’s inspiration and motivation for this arrangement was the Mediterranean sunshine and the many exuberant festivals that are held throughout Europe to honour the Virgin Mary. The work is full of energetic syncopated rhythms andstrong melodies which evoke a celebratory and rejoiceful character.

This tender Christmas song will appeal to all fans of John Rutter's music. With a simple appealing melody and a flowing accompaniment The Colours of Christmas evokes a touching sense of longing for the joys of the festive season. A beautifully written piece that is sure to become a classic with choirs across the globe.Also available in a version for upper voices.