SKU: SU.91480570
Text: Angier Brock.
SATB Chorus, Organ Duration: 7' Text: Angier Brock Composed: 2010 Published by: Subito Music Publishing YouTube: Ms. Brock’s moving poem is lyrical throughout. Even in its beautiful originality, the poem invokes The Book of Common Prayer and biblical scripture (the latter through references to dust and breath from Genesis 2 to the final line of the poem invoking the opening of Psalm 62). Ms. Brock’s poetry is also filled with wonderful twists on traditional texts (such as in the creative and reverse naming of the Trinity in speaking of Inventing Wind, Generous Christ, and Luminous God). Musically, the main melodic material of the piece is immediately heard on a solo organ color accompanied by organ strings over a recurring pedal pulse on the pitch C. The chorus soon enters with the first stanza of the text. As this stanza unfolds, the harmony starts to gradually change as the pulsing pedal rhythm begins to move upward by step. An organ interlude, reflective of the opening introduction, soon emerges (though now over a C-sharp recurring pedal pulse), and leads to a similar choral setting as found in stanza one. As the poem’s second stanza moves forward, it eventually folds into the more harmonically rich stanza three. A fast, dance-like section evolves at Inventing Wind, what a lively dance your energy creates! eventually bringing the work to its climax point. The spirit of dance soon subsides and leads to a quiet and gentle close on the words …for you alone my soul in silence waits. Minimum order quantity: 8 copies. To order quantities fewer than 8, please email customer service at sales@subitomusic.com.
SKU: GI.G-008286
UPC: 641151082868.
From Danielle Rose‚ two-CD set Mysteries (WLP 007565), WLP offers this impressive a cappella selection. This setting is similar to Danielle‚ pop octavo Shelter Your Name,‚ employing a soloist and SATB choir a cappella. Listen to Him‚ was written to complement the recently promulgated Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary. Danielle‚ text is a commentary on the Transfiguration of Jesus. This piece is challenging but well worth the time spent in preparation.
SKU: HL.48025378
UPC: 196288194392.
Commissioned by the Choir of Pembroke College, Cambridge, for the first ever BBC Radio 3 Choral Evensong broadcast from the college,this introit or short motet was written to commemorate the occasion of Candlemas. Echoing the text, rich in light imagery, the recurring motif, first heard at the opening of the piece, unfolds from a single pitch into glowing harmonic colours. After a luminous climax where the texture reaches its widest span, with a soaring soprano solo, the piece ends by returning cyclically to the meditative state of the opening, fading to a single note once more. As a versatile introit or as a concert piece, this gentle and reflective setting of the archaic text would suit confident choral groups.
SKU: HL.14008386
ISBN 9780711927797. UPC: 884088447434. 7.0x10.0x0.051 inches.
Peter Maxwell Davies' 1990 work for unaccompanied SATB choir, written for the BBC singers. Words by George Mackay Brown. 'Written for the BBC Singers, this piece requires a high level of choral expertise in its rhythms, intricate textures (though nearly always in four parts), wide-ranging vocal lines and characteristically dark but luminous harmony, impregnated with tritones and seconds. Not for the first time, Davies and George Mackay Brow follow the Stations of the Cross, though the fourteen sections are joined into a continuous slow-fast-slow musical movement, and the references to the events of Holy Week are oblique. Vocal score with piano accompaniment for rehearsal purposes.
SKU: MN.50-1287
UPC: 688670512872. English. Psalm 24:3-5.
An English setting of the In Paradisum text with Psalm 24:3-5. The rich organ progressions and luminous choir lines are in full dialogue and end in the comfort of eternal rest. Appropriate for All Saints day services and other services focusing on salvation, heaven, and eternal life.
SKU: AP.49736
UPC: 038081568232. English. Traditional Austrian Carol.
Victor Johnson lends his artful pen to the beloved Austrian carol, which proves a fitting vehicle for his sensitive signature style. Long melodic lines, generous harmonic suspensions, an intricate piano accompaniment, and a luminous cello obbligato combine to make a special moment for holiday programs. SSA and SATB singers will sound their best on this terrific treatment that is a joy to sing and a pleasure to hear.
SKU: ST.AC93
ISBN 9790220215926.
A luminous symphonic setting of Shelley's Hymn to Intellectual Beauty, tailored for the needs both of amateur and professional singers. Orchestral material available for rental (Ref. HL295).
SKU: HL.339990
UPC: 840126918137. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Acts 4:12, Hebrews 1:1-3, II Corinthians 4:6, John 1:1-8.
Moving freely like a chant, this ancient text is profound in scope and authenticity as it follows the journey from humanity's sin to God's salvation. Luminous images of God's holiness mingle with the music's cloistered reverence, offering a deep sense of mystery and majesty. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl, hn 1-2, perc 1-2, bgtr, hp, syn, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc) available as a digital download.
SKU: XC.HRMG2471
This luminous a cappella work has soaring melodic lines, rich harmonies, and beautiful text painting. The text (Arise shine . . . And the Glory of the Lord is risen upon you) best known its setting in Handel’s Messiah.. With a stunning recording by Tenebrae Choir, conducted by Nigel Short, this work is a favorite with singers and listeners alike.
SKU: AP.49692
UPC: 038081567792. English.
Imagine the opening solo in darkness. Light increases as the choir begins, growing to full brilliance when three luminous lines intertwine. A lux aeterna refrain is sung in resonant harmony, with touches of shimmering dissonance on cadences. One final tone cluster at the end ignites shivers. This inspiring text provides a personal credo to live with light. Download the optional violin obbligato for free.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The 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.
SKU: HL.366731
UPC: 840126964509. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Daniel 9:24, Isaiah 9:6-7, Jeremiah 4:2, Luke 2:14.
This stellar version of the Christmas classic is a must-do holiday anthem. The perennial favorite has been updated complete with colorful choral effects, and the result is a luminous sonic experience that will leave the audience longing for more. Arranged with flexibility in mind, this piece can be performed unaccompanied or with either handchimes (handbells) or piano, or both! Score and Part for Handchimes (or Handbells), 3 oct., available as a digital download. NOTE: See below for downloadable MP3 accompaniment tracks. 00374739: Piano only 00374740: Handchimes only 00374741: Piano and Handchimes.
SKU: HL.334948
UPC: 840126910698. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Amos 5:13, Habakkuk 2:20, Psalm 37:7, Psalm 46:10.
Luminous and comforting, this new setting of a lesser-known Fanny Crosby text is sheer beauty. The substantial and evocative piano writing supports a melodic gesture that rises like a fragile prayer. Achievable arranging opens up the piece to many groups and gives thoughtful directors an opportunity to work on the musical and spiritual aspects of this important message. A sonic salve for the soul!
SKU: HL.14020997
ISBN 9780711959910. UPC: 884088440558. 12.0x9.0x0.25 inches.
This Christmas cantata is an uncanny recapture by Maxwell Davies of a relatively simple modal style: luminous, sometimes plaintive, sometimes rapturous. A linked series of George Mackay Brown settings designed to give pleasure (if sometimes strenuous pleasure) to a non-professional choir. A spiritual mystery is glimpsed in an Orcadian setting. Commissioned by the London Symphony Chorus to commemorate its 30th anniversary, with additional funds from the Arts Council of Great Britain.The first performance was given in October 1995 by the London Symphony Chorus and the London Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Richard Hickox. Vocal score.
SKU: AP.49737
UPC: 038081568249. English. Traditional Austrian Carol.
