Charles Wood. The music of Charles Wood is a fine example of the 'English Romant...(+)
Charles Wood. The music of Charles Wood is a fine example of the 'English Romantic' school of composition. Originally published by Novello and out of print for some time H.T. FitzSimons is pleased to make these fine organ selections available once again in one complete volume. Many of the settings are based on hymn tunes for which there are no other organ settings available.
We are proud to release Fred Bock's definitive arrangement of Franz Schubert's f...(+)
We are proud to release Fred Bock's definitive arrangement of Franz Schubert's famous “Holy is the Lord” in the H. T. FitzSimon's “Classics” series. Fred was one of the few who could take an“already-classic” and make it even better. The choral parts flow with ease and Fred's new accompaniment is a touch of class unto itself.
Hassler's time-honored chorale has been given an elegant lift with Fred Bock's a...(+)
Hassler's time-honored chorale has been given an elegant lift with Fred Bock's arrangement. The organ part sets a somber mood followed by the a cappella choir. The O Sacred Head text is appropriate for Lent Holy Week or anycommunion service. Medium learning difficulty.
Five works as written by the renowned Richard Purvis from the Grace Cathedral. I...(+)
Five works as written by the renowned Richard Purvis from the Grace Cathedral. Includes background information on Purvis as well as detailed musical notes and photos. Pieces include: Carol Rhapsody * Greensleeves * Gwalshmai * Lilliburlero * O Sacred Head Now Wounded.
Mark Shepperd has skillfully arranged this familiar Christmas hymn with upliftin...(+)
Mark Shepperd has skillfully arranged this familiar Christmas hymn with uplifting modulations that surprise and satisfy as they eloquently guide the hymn tune to new harmonic perspectives with each verse. It ends full proclaiming God's strength and glory.
One does not expect a text from the Old Testament to fit so appropriately for a ...(+)
One does not expect a text from the Old Testament to fit so appropriately for a Lenten or Communion service. But Psalm 34:9 is a remarkable prayer that composer Anthony Doherty has used to create a moving motet. The simplicity is part of the charm for this choral gem.
Two great heroes of church music Fred Bock and Paul Sjolund teamed up for this...(+)
Two great heroes of church music Fred Bock and Paul Sjolund teamed up for this selection and have created two great hymn choices. Offering texts for both Come Ye Thankful People Come and Let the Whole CreationCry this anthem is two pieces for the price of one. Great Sjolund vocal writing paired with Bock's signature organ writing makes this a double winner for male choirs. Rehearsal CD and Rehearsal CD 10-Pak available.
Alfred Tennyson's poem Crossing the Bar is an elegant glance at moving from life...(+)
Alfred Tennyson's poem Crossing the Bar is an elegant glance at moving from life into death. Donald Campfield's setting is respectful and lovely. This a cappella arrangement would serve both the school concert venue and the sacred service of tribute.
What a delight to see the American Christmas carol traditional made famous by Al...(+)
What a delight to see the American Christmas carol traditional made famous by Alfred Burt find a new lineage through his great niece Abbie Burt Betinis. She continues the intelligent and creative applications Alfred paved beforeher but also brings an undeniable newness to the process. As Alfred often did she uses the texts of Bates Burt (her grandfather) and sets them to music.
Proclaiming that true wisdom is clothed in compassion and peace here is a new s...(+)
Proclaiming that true wisdom is clothed in compassion and peace here is a new setting of James 3:17-18 from Allan Robert Perker. Hints of a familiar motif are disguised with the text “dona nobis pacem ” then fullyrevealed when the verse about wisdom from There is a Balm in Gilead receives an a cappella reharmonization.
Diane Bish is a renowned organist and her compositions reflect her keyboard exc...(+)
Diane Bish is a renowned organist and her compositions reflect her keyboard excellence. The choral music by Franz Joseph Haydn (from “Creation”) is firm and fulfilling but it is the organ part that exalts it tofestival status. A real crowd pleaser in worship or concert it is also an august anthem of praise to God.
Premiered with over 1 000 voices at the new Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels ...(+)
Premiered with over 1 000 voices at the new Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles in February of 2007 this hymn-anthem features children's choir adult choir trumpet and organ. It sounds grand from the very start and it remains exhilarating to the end. Arranged by Mark Thallander and Bruce Wilkin it is the first release in the new Eric Dale Knapp Festival Choral Series. Brass Accompaniment includes parts for Brass Quintet Timpani andCymbals.
A unique offering this Latin and English piece is a powerful call for the worsh...(+)
A unique offering this Latin and English piece is a powerful call for the worshipping church to celebrate the Christ who conquered the dead. The neo-classical feel incorporates the majestic use of brass timpani organ and full vocal ranges.
The 19th century Christmas text comes with an air of dignity and grace. Bryan Gr...(+)
The 19th century Christmas text comes with an air of dignity and grace. Bryan Greer treats it with the respect it deserves creating an a cappella motet in madrigal style. Especially appropriate for the Christmas Eve service or offertory anthem it is easy to medium in difficulty.
This beautiful prayer catches your attention with the first opening phrase. The ...(+)
This beautiful prayer catches your attention with the first opening phrase. The familiar Latin text set by so many composers finds a fresh expression that does not follow the original chant lines. Yet the harmony and form harken back to a traditional time moving in logical sequences that cadence with satisfaction. Appropriate at church or school.
That glorious lofty English cathedral sound emerges easily from British compos...(+)
That glorious lofty English cathedral sound emerges easily from British composer Hugh Benham. Using a text by 17th century author George Wither Benham uses a hymn-style format typical of Anglo-anthems. Accompanied by organ this anthem celebrates the ascension yet works equally well for general use. Easy to medium.
This famous 18th century text compares Jesus to an apple tree - it has become a ...(+)
This famous 18th century text compares Jesus to an apple tree - it has become a classic. Respected composer and keyboard artist Howard Helvey created a hymn-tune of majestic simplicity that unfolds the poem in verses. There is an early-American quality to the tune which matches the words well. Although usually a Christmas piece it can be sung in almost any season by churches and many schools. Easy.
Now available as a separate choral men's choirs will have the perfect piece for...(+)
Now available as a separate choral men's choirs will have the perfect piece for Mother's Day and any other event when men sing together. Sjolund and Bock are two of the giants in sacred choral music and their collaboration on this anthem is dynamite.
A unique offering this Latin and English piece is a powerful call for the worsh...(+)
A unique offering this Latin and English piece is a powerful call for the worshipping church to celebrate the Christ who conquered the dead. The neo-classical feel incorporates the majestic use of brass timpani organ and full vocal ranges.
Never has Jingle Bells been given such dignity such variety and such playfulne...(+)
Never has Jingle Bells been given such dignity such variety and such playfulness as this arrangement by Grimoaldo Macchia. It is really a theme and variations that contains calliope versions to fugal treatment. From start to finish this is ablast. Medium to difficult but worth the effort.