The Light Of The Sun

Dan Welcher’s most enduringly and frequently played orchestral work, Prairie Light is a fascinating musical companion to three of Georgia O’Keeffe’s most unusual paintings, Light Coming on the Plains, Canyon with Crows, and Starlight Night. This work is ideal for performances using visual projections of the paintings, and is frequently programmed for subscription concerts as well as those for educational settings. Duration: 14’ Parts available on rental.
This work for full orchestra was inspired by three paintings of the noted Americanartist Georgia O’Keeffe. These three watercolors were done in 1917 while the artist was living in Canyon, Texas (near Amarillo), and deal primarily with color and shape. Consequently, the music is primarily concerned with broad lines and shapes rather than rhythms, with subtle washes of color rather than constant harmonic movement, and with arching melody instead of linear counterpoint.The first movement, Light Coming on the Plains, is an elliptical-shaped painting, deep blue to indigo with a “horizon” at the bottom that seems flat and unchanging. The sun hasn’t risen yet, although it does in the course of this movement, but it seems instead to be providing light from behind the canvas. The music is unmoving in terms of rhythm or harmony (although there is a modulation midway through), a color-infused mantra of sound that is almost Eastern.At the height of the sun, we proceed to the second movement, entitled Canyon with Crows. The canyon is red-orange, with black crows circling above friendly unfolding hills. The music is gentle but lively and more rhythmic, with the birds represented by solo oboe, clarinet, and sometimes flute. Halfway through, the brass have a chorale version of the opening motive, played very slowly, over the unending triplets of woodwinds and strings. At the end of the movement, the birds return for a duo-cadenza, accompanied by the dying rays of the sun in muted strings and the ongoing triplets of the solo quartet.The stage is set for the final movement, Starlight Night. In O’Keeffe’s painting, the stars are represented by regularly-spaced rectangles of bright pale yellow on a blue-black sky, with the same shape to the field of vision and the horizon that is found in Light Coming on the Plains. The stars become audible: harp, celesta, glockenspiel, and string pizzicati all lend a sparkle while a solo flute introduces a slowly unfolding theme. After this theme has been heard twice and the sky has begun to really brighten, there is a sudden interruption: a xylophone and a piano begin another “mantra” in brittle staccato chords. This is the same mechanical eternity as O’Keeffe’s regularly-spaced square stars, and it continues on its own as the night progresses. The music builds and grows as the moon rises and arcs, then falls as the pre-dawn light that opened the work returns to bring it to a close. Acycle of light, changing with the movements of sun, moon, and stars, appearing differently from various points of view

By Sally K. Albrecht. For Choir. (2-Part (with Opt. Flashlight Choreography)). Choral Octavo. Choral Designs. Novelty. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

(A Candle Lighting Ceremony for Advent). By Joel Raney. For SAB choir with optional 4 handbells and congregation. The Joel Raney Choral Series. Candle Lighting, Advent, Sacred. Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Hope Publishing Company

Choral (ShowTrax CD)

SKU: HL.290771

From Mary Poppins Returns. Composed by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Arranged by Mark A. Brymer. Disney Choral. Disney, Movies, Show Choir. CD. Duration 200 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.290771).

UPC: 888680923853. 5.0x5.0x0.14 inches.

Just like the classic Step in Time 54 years prior, Trip a Little Light Fantastic reigns as the no-holds-barred, large-scale production number from the corresponding movie starring everyone's favorite British nanny. With lamplighters taking the stage in lieu of chimney-sweepers, the spirit of this song, which takes its name from an old phrase meaning to dance nimbly, is preserved in this rousing arrangement that shines brightly!

Choral (SATB)

SKU: HL.421305

A Song for Advent. Composed by Michael Barrett. Shawnee Sacred. Advent, Christmas, Christmas/Advent Sacred. Octavo. 16 pages. Duration 165 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.421305).

UPC: 196288061205. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches. Job 29:3, Luke 8:16, Psalm 18:28.

This lively seasonal number will put a smile in your heart. Spiced with an “islands” feel, the easy-to-learn vocal parts and lightly rhythmic accompaniment assure success.

Unison/opt. 2-Part Children's Choir (Unison/2-Part Treble)

SKU: HL.527057

Composed by Mark Hayes. Harold Flammer WorshipSongs Jr. Children, Children'S Choir, Concert, Festival, General Worship, Sacred, Youth Choir. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 145 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.527057).

ISBN 9781705166284. UPC: 196288075011. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Matthew 5:14-16.

This spirited anthem highlights the transformative message found in Matthew 5:14-16: “You are the light of the world.” Reminding us to live a life that shares God's love, choirs will enjoy singing the anthem's cheerful melody set in a comfortable one octave range.

(from Eternal Light: A Requiem). By Howard Goodall. Choir Sacred. Choral (Sacred); Choral Octavo; Worship Resources. Faber Edition: Choral Signature Series. Published by Faber Music

By Various. For Piano. Contents include: Castle Days (Massoud); Three Country Dances (Strickland); Prelude No. 1 (Miller); The Tennis Match (Holmes); Moonlight Waltz (Moon); Flight of the Witches (Greenleaf); Sunset Over the Bay (Costley); Spanish Nocturne (Massoud); Party Monster (McLean). Level: Late Elementary/Early Intermediate. Book. Published by The FJH Music Company, Inc.

By Elizabeth W. Greenleaf. For Piano. Spotlight Solo Sheets. With its cackling witches' laugh and musical shiver, this piece will delight performers and audiences. Halloween. Level: Early Intermediate. Solo Sheet. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

Choral (Listening CD)

SKU: HL.293402

A Cantata for Christmas. Composed by Joseph M. Martin. Shawnee Sacred. Advent, Cantata, Christmas, Christmas/Advent Sacred. CD. Duration 3000 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.293402).

ISBN 9781540051042. UPC: 888680936198. 5.0x5.0x0.075 inches.

This cantata is a celebration of light. Filled with time-honored carols and expressive original songs, this work will dazzle and inspire. The first half of the cantata is dedicated to hopeful prophecies associated with the coming Light of the World. With the birth of Jesus, the second part moves forward to declare the tidings of great joy and is crowned with an opportunity for the congregation to join in singing, Joy to the World. Brant Adams and Robert Sterling shine as orchestrators of this truly festive work. Glorious! Songs include: A Festive Call to Christmas; Celebration of Light; Come, Golden Light; Dazzling Joy; Beautiful Name; Dreamer of Stars; Angel Song; Silver and Shadows; Joyous Carols of Christmas. Score and Parts for Full Orchestra (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn, 1-2, tba, timp, perc 1-2, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Consort (fl, cl, tpt 1-2, tbn, perc, kybd str) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

Choral (Studiotrax CD)

SKU: HL.293400

A Cantata for Christmas. Composed by Joseph M. Martin. Shawnee Sacred. Advent, Cantata, Christmas, Christmas/Advent Sacred. CD. Duration 3000 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.293400).

ISBN 9781540051028. UPC: 888680936174. 5.0x5.0x0.197 inches.

This cantata is a celebration of light. Filled with time-honored carols and expressive original songs, this work will dazzle and inspire. The first half of the cantata is dedicated to hopeful prophecies associated with the coming Light of the World. With the birth of Jesus, the second part moves forward to declare the tidings of great joy and is crowned with an opportunity for the congregation to join in singing, Joy to the World. Brant Adams and Robert Sterling shine as orchestrators of this truly festive work. Glorious! Songs include: A Festive Call to Christmas; Celebration of Light; Come, Golden Light; Dazzling Joy; Beautiful Name; Dreamer of Stars; Angel Song; Silver and Shadows; Joyous Carols of Christmas. Score and Parts for Full Orchestra (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn, 1-2, tba, timp, perc 1-2, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download. Score and Parts for Consort (fl, cl, tpt 1-2, tbn, perc, kybd str) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

(SAXOPHONE & PIANO)

SKU: HL.48184235

Composed by Amy Quate. Leduc. Classical. CD. 16 pages. Alphonse Leduc #AL27190. Published by Alphonse Leduc (HL.48184235).

UPC: 888680904852. 9.0x12.0x0.065 inches.

“Contempo rary composer Amy Quate works in a wide variety of musical styles, forms and media. Composed in 1982 and dedicated to saxophonist Debra Richtmeyer, Light of Sothis creatively depicts the brightest star in heaven. Sothis, now called Sirius, is the star aspect of the goddess Isis, whose light confines the cycles of nature which bring beauty, prosperity and life. It is believed that Sothis blesses us with sacred illumination and it is this which Quate depicts in Light of Sothis. In three movements, Grace, Passion and Faith, the Saxophone line has lyrical melodies contrasted with dramatic scalic passages, covering the entire range of the instrument. Suitable for intermediate level saxophonists, a performance Quate's Light of Sothis proves to be an enticing prospect.”.

Choral (ShowTrax CD)

SKU: HL.329914

From Next to Normal. Composed by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt. Arranged by Mac Huff. Pop Choral Series. Broadway, Concert, Musicals, Pop. CD. Duration 255 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.329914).

UPC: 840126907575. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.

From the ground breaking rock musical Next to Normal where a family struggles and learns how to deal with mental illness, light is a theme throughout--In the Light, A Light in the Dark, Let there Be Light--this thrilling number is full of production opportunities and full throated choral singing.

Beethoven's Greatest Sonatas * Highlight Edition with CD composed by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). For piano. This edition: Paperback. Collection. Classical. Book and CD. Text Language: English. 48 pages. Published by Santorella Publications