Angel Voices

Par GOODALL HOWARD. Howard Goodall 's beautiful Enchanted Carols is an exciting collection of 6 original Christmas carols, as well as interpretations of traditional carols, arranged for upper voices. Enchanted Carols is the second dedicated album from the Classic FM composer in residence, and follows the chart-topping CD, Enchanted Voices . Howard Goodall is an EMMY, BRIT and BAFTA award-winning composer of choral music stage, musicals, film and TV scores and a highly respected broadcaster. He is currently Composer-in-Residence for Classic FM and is also England's National Ambassador for Singing./ Recueil / SSA

2-Part (opt. 3-Part)-2-Part (opt. 3-Part). This sparkling new medley of favorite angel carols includes Angels We Have Heard On High Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and Angels from the Realms of Glory all woven together with a delightful recurring original melody. The 2-part (opt. 3-part) voicing is flexible for treble choir or mixed voices with an optional instrumental obbligato. Suggested use: Christmas

Angelus ad Virginem describes the Annunciation the biblical event in which the Angel Gabriel communicated with Mary about the forthcoming birth of Jesus. The tranquil music is intended to depict the angelic voice of Gabriel and the voice of Mary through its chant-like nature and exotic shifting harmonies. Douglas Mason began his musical training as a chorister in Gloucester Cathedral Choir under John Sanders. He subsequently read music at Durham University and went on to train as a music teacher at Leeds University also singing professionally as a lay clerk in the Choir of Leeds Parish Church at this time.As a composer Douglas focuses on choral works in particular and he has also written and arranged music for schools. As a performer Douglas has sung on numerous television and radio broadcasts and appeared on recordings for several labels including Abbey Priory and ASC records. For several years he was also a member of the William Byrd Singers directed by Stephen Wilkinson.

A charming and straightforward setting for Upper Voices and Piano of a poetic text by Sabine Baring-Gould this delightful carol is characterized by a simple and effective melody. The voices are in unison for much of the piece dividing in the latter part to proclaim the marvel of Christ's birth. Bob Chilcott's The Angel Gabriel is for upper voices (SS) with piano accompaniment.

Par ARCH GWYN / PARRY BEN. The Faber Carol Book is an exciting volume of Christmas carols and songs with an original, contemporary twist, designed to breathe fresh air into Christmas concerts. It contains forty pieces, expertly edited and arranged by Gwyn Arch and Ben Parry, capturing a variety of moods and styles through time - from contemporary arrangements of medieval and traditional carols, to spirituals, and music from around the world. There is also an impressive line-up of original pieces by some of today's most highly respected choral composers, including Howard Goodall, Lin Marsh, Peter Gritton, Errollyn Wallen and Mike Brewer. This is the first of two separate volumes, arranged in the SA(B) format of the Faber Young Voices series, it is perfect for youth choirs or amateur adult choirs who have a dearth of male voices. An SATB version is also available - 0571521274. Both publications include undemanding keyboard accompaniment and suggestions for optional instrumental lines. / Niveau : Assez Facile / Répertoire / Voix

This poignant and moving work musically tells the tale of a chorus of angels (chorus angelorum) as they accompany two souls to the next world. Composed as a memorial piece the music evolves from the initial ?angels? song ? their journey to heaven and their return to comfort those who mourn. The voice parts (performed on a synthesizer or by real voices) add an ethereal quality to this wonderful work.

Five Carols for Upper Voices-Here is a sparkling collection for women's choir or five of your top treble singers that will captivate all listeners! Challenging but absolutely worth it it includes: The Angel Gabriel Coventry Carol Ding Dong! Merrily on High Rocking Carol Silent Night.

This Sarah McLachlan hit featured in the movie soundtrack from City of Angels offers a gentle pop groove and is easily learned. Available: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.