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Par HOUBEN KEVIN. Ancient Tales Commandé par la Fanfare Ellona Ell (NL) à l’occasion de son centenaire en 2023 Ancient Tales a été écrit par le compositeur Kevin Houben à l’occasion du 100e anniversaire de la Fanfare Ellona, une association villageoise authentique d'Ell qui valorise le plaisir et l’amitié. L'œuvre est une illustration musicale de certaines légendes et sagas qui se sont déroulées autour du village rural d'Ell, qui doit probablement son nom aux nombreux aulnes, présents dans toute la régionaux alentours du 15e siècle. Le début quelque peu mystérieux de cette œuvre fait référence à l'histoire de l'église engloutie dans le Weerbroekskuil. Selon la légende, on entendait sonner les cloches la nuit de Noël et on apercevait des esprits, sous forme de lumières, voler au-dessus des marais. Dès les premières mesure, Houben écrit un choral, qu’il utilisera comme fil conducteur tout au long de sa composition. Il développera ainsi des cellules mélodiques et rythmiques de son thème de base. Par la suite, l'œuvre se poursuit avec des passages joyeux et énergiques qui alternent avec des sections plus lyriques et plus calmes. En utilisant quelques tournures mélodiques et variations métriques intéressantes, Houben fait un clin d'œil à l'histoire mouvementée qu'ont connue les citoyens d'Ell à l'époque de la guerre de 80 ans, lorsque le pays paysan était en proie à des bandits de grands chemins et à des bandes de voyous. En construisant les Ellerschans, les habitants d'Ell ont montré leur résilience, à laquelle le compositeur fait référence en revenant constamment à des thèmes gais et dansants qui, confèrent à l'ensemble un caractère joyeux. Ancient Tales est une composition charmante et énergique qui provoquera le plaisir de jouer de nombreux membres de l'orchestre et qui plaira à un large public. En outre, l'œuvre offre à chaque groupe d'instruments un défi suffisant, ce qui en fait une pièce de concours appropriée. C'est pourquoi Ancient Times a été choisi par Vlamo comme pièce imposé pour le VLOF 2024. / Date parution : 2023-10-31/ Répertoire / Fanfare
SKU: KJ.SO340F
UPC: 084027041772.
Mr. McBrien's riveting musical postcard is guaranteed to cast a spell! Inspired by Washington Irving's classic story, the selection presents a set of vibrant, richly textured, evocative portraits of this ancient and mysterious fortress. Students will be swept up by exotic, Spanish-influenced harmonies and rhythms. A singularly captivating piece, Tales of the Alhambra has it all, from pensive contemplation to raucous celebration (and everything in between). Unforgettable. 8:01.
SKU: KJ.SO340C
UPC: 084027041765.
SKU: PR.114422260
ISBN 9781491133866. UPC: 680160683352. 9 x 12 inches.
Legends of the phoenix are found in stories from ancient Egypt and Greece. While each culture possesses a range of stories encompassing the myth, these tales tend toward similar traits: a sacred bird with brilliantly colored plumage and melodious call lives for typically 500 years, then dies in a nest of embers, only to be reborn among the flames. Phoenix Rising consists of two movements: I. Dying in Embers represents an old phoenix settling on top of a pile of embers and breathing its last breath; II. Reborn in Flames depicts the newly-born phoenix getting its first taste of flight.Legends of the phoenix are found in stories from ancient Egypt and Greece. While each culture possesses a range of stories encompassing the phoenix myth, these tales tend to share similar traits: a sacred bird with brilliantly colored plumage and melodious call lives for typically five hundred years; then the bird dies in a nest of embers, only to be reborn among the flames.In Egyptian stories, the phoenix gathers scented wood and spices for its funeral/rebirth pyre, then collects the ashes from its earlier incarnation and flies them to the temple of the sun in Heliopolis to offer as a tribute to the sun god.In Greek myths, the phoenix was approximately the size of an eagle and was adorned with red and gold feathers; it would fly from either India or Arabia to Heliopolis to give its offering. The bird’s association with immortality and resurrection are particularly intriguing aspects of these tales, giving numerous writers (including William Shakespeare, C.S. Lewis, and J.K. Rowling) a rich resource for their own stories.Phoenix Rising consists of two movements. I. Dying in embers represents an old phoenixwho is settling on top of a pile of embers and breathing its last breath. II. Reborn in flames depicts the newly-born phoenix getting its first taste of flight.Phoenix Rising was commissioned by saxophonist Christopher Creviston, who has recorded the work on the Blue Griffin label. The composer has also made editions of the work for flute and for clarinet (also available from Theodore Presser Company).
SKU: CF.CM9734
ISBN 9781491161142. UPC: 680160919734. Key: A minor. English. Basque Carol.
A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel's Message) holds a special place in Western music. The carol originates from Basque country around the 13th century, based on the Latin hymn, Angelus ad Virginem (likely of Franciscan origin). The tune quickly spread throughout Europe, finding popularity in Britain where it was even referenced in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales: Playing so sweetly that the chamber rang; / and Angelus ad virginem he sang. . .. Interestingly, the melody we know and love today is derived from the original Basque version. In my view, this tune is a perfect example of melody-crafting. It is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. Its contours are complex, dramatic, yet singable. I believe this melodic accessibility is the key to the song's lasting popularity. I would also attribute A Basque Carol's continued popularity to its elegant translation into English (by Sabine Baring-Gould, who rediscovered the original Basque tune). Translations often risk sounding unimaginative, coarse, and blunt. This translation is strikingly different. It was graced with an especially poetic translation including lines such as his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame. I am very excited to offer a new perspective on this classic carol, joining the tradition of composers preserving and reimagining a priceless medieval melody. My first goal was to create a flowing, richly-textured, even cinematic string accompaniment for the choir. This approach was very much inspired by the dense, string-writing style of English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. My second goal was to make the arrangement flexible enough to be performed with only choir, only strings, or (best of all) both ensembles combined. To further complement this approach, I've added an obligato line for a solo recorder (solo flute or violin work just as well). If you listen carefully, you will hear a quote from my other favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino. I hope you enjoy performing A Basque Carol. I especially hope that you sense the ancient magic cast into this tune, hearing the ineffable qualities that have compelled us to sustain it for nearly a millennium. Whether you're a choir, a string orchestra, or a combined ensemble, this arrangement of A Basque Carol will surely be a haunting and lovely addition to your next holiday program!.A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel’s Message) holds a special place in Western music. The carol originates from Basque country around the 13th century, based on the Latin hymn, Angelus ad Virginem (likely of Franciscan origin). The tune quickly spread throughout Europe, finding popularity in Britain where it was even referenced in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales: “Playing so sweetly that the chamber rang; / and Angelus ad virginem he sang. . .”.Interestingly, the melody we know and love today is derived from the original Basque version. In my view, this tune is a perfect example of melody-crafting. It is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. Its contours are complex, dramatic, yet singable. I believe this melodic accessibility is the key to the song’s lasting popularity. I would also attribute A Basque Carol’s continued popularity to its elegant translation into English (by Sabine Baring-Gould, who rediscovered the original Basque tune). Translations often risk sounding unimaginative, coarse, and blunt. This translation is strikingly different. It was graced with an especially poetic translation including lines such as “his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame.”I am very excited to offer a new perspective on this classic carol, joining the tradition of composers preserving and reimagining a priceless medieval melody. My first goal was to create a flowing, richly-textured, even cinematic string accompaniment for the choir. This approach was very much inspired by the dense, string-writing style of English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. My second goal was to make the arrangement flexible enough to be performed with only choir, only strings, or (best of all) both ensembles combined. To further complement this approach, I’ve added an obligato line for a solo recorder (solo flute or violin work just as well). If you listen carefully, you will hear a quote from my other favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino.I hope you enjoy performing A Basque Carol. I especially hope that you sense the ancient magic cast into this tune, hearing the ineffable qualities that have compelled us to sustain it for nearly a millennium. Whether you’re a choir, a string orchestra, or a combined ensemble, this arrangement of A Basque Carol will surely be a haunting and lovely addition to your next holiday program!
SKU: GI.G-9928
UPC: 785147992806. English. Text Source: Eng. tr. Constance Bache, 1846-1903, adapt. and additional text Doreen Rao; Translation: Constance Bache. Text by Adelheid Wette.
Taken from a collection of medieval folktales, the Hansel and Gretel libretto was based on an adaptation of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale. The story features two quick-witted and capable children—a brother and sister who face many difficult times, including hunger and abandonment. Looking for food to eat, the children get lost in the forest and wake up only to meet more danger in disguise. In the happy ending, Hansel and Gretel are found in the forest by their parents. All together, they sing thanks and praise, expressing joy and gratitude for their good fortune. The ancient story of Hansel and Gretel is a fairy tale with true relevance in the world today. About the Series: Doreen Rao, 2019 Robert Shaw Award recipient, launches her culturally inclusive choral series, Global Encounters for Young Voices, featuring accessible treble- and mixed-voice works for developing choirs.
SKU: GI.G-9927
UPC: 785147992707. English. Text Source: Eng. tr. Constance Bache, 1846-1903, adapt. and additional text Doreen Rao; Translation: Constance Bache. Text by Adelheid Wette.
