Select Italian Madrigals

By Peter Philips (1560-1628). Library Volumes. Score. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd.

By Carlo Gesualdo. Edited by Denis Stevens. For 5 mixed voices. Madrigal. Renaissance Voices. Collection. Text Language: Italian. Published by Gaudia Music and Arts Publications

Choir Secular Opt. Piano, Hand Drum and Finger Cymbals (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.43190

(O Vezzosett'e Bella). Composed by Giovanni Giacomo Gastoldi. Edited by and arr., by Patrick M. Liebergen, and with new English words. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Madrigal; Masterwork Arrangement; Secular. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-43190. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43190).

UPC: 038081487328. English.

Perform this buoyant Italian madrigal a cappella or accompanied by the optional piano, hand drum, and finger cymbals. The Baroque harmonies are easy to read and tune, and the 3-part mixed/SAB voicing includes several alternate notes to accommodate the vocal ranges of young men. May be sung in English, Italian, or a combination of both.

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

Choir Secular with Opt. Flute and Hand Drum (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.43610

(So Ben Mi Ch'à Bon Tempo). Composed by Orazio Vecchi. Edited by and arr., by Patrick M. Liebergen, and with new English words. Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Masterwork Arrangement; Renaissance; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-43610. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43610).

UPC: 038081491509. English.

Lilting and light, the contrasting sections of this 16th century Italian madrigal provide an ideal introduction to this important musical style. Whether you enjoy singing a cappella or with piano, consider adding the optional flute and hand drum parts. Ideal for concert or adjudication.

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

(c.1600-c.1800) Edited by Damian Cranmer. Collection for high voice and piano accompaniment. With introductory text, vocal melody and translations. 80 pages. Published by ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music).