Par MACMILLAN JAMES. A setting of passages from the Book of Revelation, with particular reference to the angels who appear with seven trumpet blasts, heralding a series of apocalyptic scenes. Commissioned by Jeffrey Skidmore, director of Ex Cathedra, and first performed by them at Birmingham Town Hall in 2015. The composer states, ?There is a vividness and strangeness in these dramatic texts, which are endlessly fascinating and disturbing. The instruments used here are based on the various instrumental types mentioned throughout scripture ? trumpets, harp, bells, cymbals, tabor, rebec.? These are scored for mostly in their modern forms, but shofars (Jewish ritual temple trumpets) and early trumpets are also used. The choral writing shows a similar contrast between traditional and contemporary scoring, with polyphony and homophony alongside extended vocal techniques, including Sprechstimme. Leading choral director Paul Spicer comments, ?This is an extremely dramatic work which draws the listener into the apocalyptic story line ? The ending is cataclysmic.? / Niveau : Difficile / Date parution : 2022-11-08/ Répertoire / Choeur SATB et Piano

Judith Clurman Choral Series-In the Jewish tradition the Song of Songs is associated with love and the coming of spring. This setting is a powerful example of the highly sensual and passionate love poetry. It has long been interpreted by both the Jewish and Christian traditions as an extended allegory for the relationship between God and God's people as well as between two people in love.

Rejoice: Honoring the Jewish Spirit-Combining the traditions of Orthodox Jewish music with the counter culture of the 1960s Rabbi Shlomo Carlebach created Jewish folk music that reached out to young Jewish seekers. Here Brant Adams has arranged Carlebach's most famous melody for a select Honor choir bringing this music full circle in style and impact.

This Chassidic Nigun brings a Jewish cultural tradition to the choral community with history and fun. The song without words uses a syllable sound with historic roots that are explained in the performance notes. It enables us to enjoy a taste of an 18th century practice that is both entertaining and meaningful. Perfect for high school or college easy to sing.