Philip Stopford

An absolutely stunning setting of the familiar blessing! The purity of the vocal lines transition seamlessly through several key centers building to a soaring high point before gently receding to the quiet and peaceful ?amen.?

This setting of Psalm 100 absolutely sparkles with joy! With a buoyant feeling of ?one? throughout the English choral tradition is clearly evident as the music vividly portrays the text whether declamatory or lyrical. Written for organ the colourful accompaniment is easily adaptable to piano.

Such beautiful words deserve to be set to equally beautiful music and here the textures unfold and the piece blossoms from bar one to the end. Starting in two parts and organically growing to seven the music is designed to lift the hearts of all that perform and hear it. A new work for a new day.

This famous text receives a madrigal-like setting with vibrant mixed meters and colourful vocal textures. Excellent for chamber groups and a cappella programs this fascinating and rewarding work will surely delight!

SATB Solo-The words from the 15th century are newly composed into a lilting carol-anthem of great simplicity and in just four parts. An optional fifth part enters towards the end with a glorious descant. This is a gem and you will love it!

Reverberating with subtle nuance this artful set of breathtaking sacred texts is essential repertoire for the a cappella choir. Like a delicate watercolour of sounds these pieces offer a study in tonal purity and harmonic clarity. The set includes: God Be in My Head God So Loved the World and The Lord's Prayer.

14th Century Latin Hymn-An uplifting rhythmic drive and buoyant melody make this accompanied carol a sparkling choice for Christmas and holiday programming.

A lyrical setting with superb flowing melodic lines this simple and classic work will enhance the sound and performance of any choir and uplift every listener!

Soft expressive and thought provoking phrasing shape this lovely setting for unaccompanied voices. With an interesting use of the 5/8 time signature the melody flows endlessly and effortlessly.

Traditional Sussex Carol-This unaccompanied arrangement is ideal for caroling and other venues where no keyboard is available. It is in a 'part song' style with varying choral textures during verses and linking passages between. The last verse culminates in a fabulous full choir section with an uplifting ending.

SSATBB-Famously set to music by Thomas Tallis and taking words from the gospel of John If Ye Love Me is a fresh attempt at this famous passage of scripture. Rich harmonies will resonate in your performance space enveloping your listeners with a tapestry of sound.

Words from the Church of Ireland Book of Common Prayer (adapted)-A lilting Christmas benediction that will fill every heart with the joy of the season! Displaying the exquisite choral style of Philip Stopford this work is ideal for both concert and worship.

'The saplings grow through summer from spring. My love gave them roots and now gives them wings.' The warm text enhances the beautiful music of this touching anthem that is a wonderful choice for Mothers Day and other special tributes.