By Wisdom a été composé pour marquer le jubilé de platine de Sa Majesté la Reine en 2022 et a été interprété pour la première fois lors d\'un service d\'action de grâce pour Sa Majesté la Reine à la cathédrale St Paul, à Londres, le 3 juin 2022 par les ch?urs de la cathédrale St Paul et de la chapelle royale de Sa Majesté sous la direction d\'Andrew Carwood, avec William Fox à l\'orgue.
Note de programme : Parmi les nombreux écrits anciens qui examinent l\'importance de la sagesse dans notre vie sur terre, on trouve le livre des Proverbes de l\'Ancien Testament. La courte sélection de versets (tirés du chapitre 3 des Proverbes) mis en musique dans cet hymne célèbre celui qui trouve la sagesse, celui qui acquiert l\'intelligence . / Partitions classique / Vocale - chorale / Choeur et ensemble vocal / CHESTER MUSIC

Par FREEMAN ALEX. Alex Freeman?s Under the arching heavens: A Requiem (2018) was commissioned by Nils Schweckendiek and the Helsinki Chamber Choir to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 1918 Finnish civil war. Structured around the Latin liturgy of the mass for the dead, the work has a duration of more than an hour and also incorporates poems in Finnish, Swedish and English, reflecting both the specific reason for the commission and the universality of human suffering caused by war. In the non-liturgical texts chosen by Freeman, birds are a recurring image, as is that of a mother and child. The work ends with lines by Walt Whitman from a poem written in the aftermath of the American Civil War; lines described by the composer as ?some of the most comforting poetry in the English language.? Also included on the disc is A Wilderness of Sea, another recent choral piece which draws on works by Shakespeare, and the poet?s images of the sea, and of mankind?s relationship with it. Contents: I. Sydämeni laulu (Aleksis Kivi) II. Requiem aeternam III. Sequentia Dies irae Thrushes (Siegfried Sassoon) (Rex tremendae) Fientliga stjärnor (Edith Södergran) (Inter oves) IV. Sanctus V. Mikä lienee se lintu ollut? (Viljo Kajava) VI. Agnus Dei VII. O Years and Graves! (Walt Whitman) Duration: c. 67? / Date parution : 2022-05-31/ Répertoire / Choeur Mixte

Par GOODALL HOWARD. Unconditional Love is Howard Goodall?s heartfelt cantata of remembrance and gratitude, a poignant reflection upon the Covid-19 crisis. It gives thanks to those who sacrificed their lives and seeks to offer solace to the grieving. Yet unifying each of its seven movements is an overwhelming sense of hope, of moving forward in a world rebuilt. The cantata aims to commemorate the selflessness and togetherness felt by communities across the world during the pandemic and it is hoped that choirs of all kinds and in all places will be able to forever mark and celebrate its universal messages. / Date parution : 2022-05-17/ Répertoire / SATB et Piano

Par FREEMAN ALEX. Alex Freeman's A Wilderness of Sea (SSSSAAAATTTTBBBB) draws from four of Shakespeare?s most famous works. It emphasizes a common thread among those works that addresses two of the most universal aspects of human existence: water and impermanence. The recording of the work by Helsinki Chamber Choir conducted by Nils Schweckendick is published by the label BIS - follow the link to listen to it. Duration: c. 15' Alex Freeman (b. 1972) grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina. Around the age of 13 he became interested in composing. In 1998 he moved to New York to begin his Doctoral studies at the Juilliard School, studying with Christopher Rouse. The focus of his doctoral document led him to Finland. The recipient of a Fulbright Full Fellowship, he moved to Helsinki in 2001 to research Sibelius's sketches and study composition with Eero Hämeenniemi at the Sibelius Academy. Dr. Freeman is currently composing full-time and lives with his wife and children in Finland. / Date parution : 2022-05-31/ Répertoire / Choeur Mixte

A piece for unaccompanied SATB choir the text of which is based on a line from St. Matthew 9:9. The music was written to represent the work of St. Matthew.In three mounting steps the music represents the work of St. Matthew:the ascent of the spirit into silence.The first performance was given during evensong on 25th September 1988 by the choir of St. Matthew's Church conducted by Andrew Shenton.

Two Elizabethan Lyrics. for SATB and chamber orchestra or piano These two settings of the well-known texts by Marlowe and Sir Walter Raleigh are an excellent blend of old and new. The arrangement carries a madrigal feel, but includes lush harmonies withbeautiful resolving dissonances. Two Elizabethan Lyrics are perfect for honors high school, college, and community choirs. Orchestral material is available on hire.

Psalm 23, John 1 :13 Isaiah 60:1, Revelation 21:1, Isaiah :7. Par TROTTA MICHAEL JOHN. Designed to be accessible for the choir looking to prepare a larger work within the constraints of limited rehearsal time, this work provides conservative ranges and straightforward rhythms that allow time to craft a more artistic performance. Cast in eight movements, this major work draws on texts that examine the many facets of death, the pain of transitions, and the hope and joy of a better place. The work is scored for choir, organ or piano, and optional string orchestra. Each of the movements is available separately; the work as a whole or as individual parts is recommended for concert or liturgical service use. Movements: 1. Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep; 2. I Seek a Faith; 3. The Lord Is My Shepherd; 4. A Light Shines in the Darkness; 5. Death Shall Be No More; 6. I Saw a New Heaven; 7. Love Conquers All; 8. Gaelic Blessing (Deep Peace). / Date parution : 2021-11-03/ Répertoire / Ch?ur Mixte SATB et Orgue ou Piano