SKU: JK.00568
Moses 4:2, Luke 22:41-44, 2 Nephi 10:24.
15th century carol arranged by Donald Ripplinger for men's chorus (TTBB) and piano accompaniment. Composer: Traditional 15th-century carol Arranger: Donald Ripplinger Difficulty: Medium Performance time: 3:40Reference: Moses 4:2, Luke 22:41-44, 2 Nephi 10:24.
SKU: CF.CM9635
ISBN 9781491157077. UPC: 680160915637. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: E major. English, English. Abram Joseph Ryan (1838-1886).
Victor Johnson captures the mystery and nuance of the bittersweet poem, Wake Me a Song, by American poet, Abram Joseph Ryan. Nuance, text, and Johnson's rich harmonies paired with intertwining textures make this a noteworthy addition to any program. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9561).About the Author Abram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states. Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky. About the Song Wake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment. To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections. One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of Painting the Phrase. The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and paint the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.About the AuthorAbram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states.Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky.About the SongWake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment.To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections.One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of “Painting the Phrase.†The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and “paint†the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.
SKU: HL.291414
UPC: 888680927189. 6.75x10.5 inches.
If you are looking for a centerpiece for your pop/jazz group at Christmas, this is it. This 19th century Austrian carol is arranged for contemporary a cappella groups ready for beat box, hand percussion and jazz harmonies.
SKU: AP.47693
UPC: 038081543864. English. Marc Blitzstein; original German and Bert Brecht; music by Kurt Weill.
Originally written for The Threepenny Opera and famously covered by the likes of Louis Armstrong, Bobby Darin, and Frank Sinatra, this song has become one of the best-known jazz standards of the twentieth century. Mark's arrangement captures all the style of Kurt Weill's original score, building in excitement right to the very end. Perform with the swingin' piano accompaniment, add live horns and rhythm with the optional SoundPax, or check out our hip live-instrument SoundTrax CD.
About Alfred Pop Choral Series
The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.
SKU: HL.14008014
The Lark In The Clear Air is a traditional Irish air. Since the 1800s, it has been associated with a poem by the Irish writer Sir Samuel Ferguson (1810-1886), one of the founding fathers of the Irish literary revival. It has been arranged here by Edgar M. Deale for TBarB Three-part Male Voice Chorus, with Piano accompaniment. It makes a perfect recital item for any Male Voice Choir.
Edgar M. Deale (1902-1999) was a twentieth century Irish composer. A former chorister at Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin, he was largely self-taught as a composer. His output was limited to a few dozen original works and arrangements, but hiscontribution to Irish music is gradually achieving the recognition it deserves.
SKU: MN.50-6811
UPC: 688670568114. English. Psalms 133.
A TTBB setting of the composer's very popular SATB version (50-6810). An original text inspired by Psalm 133 is set for a cappella TTBB choir and soloist. Due to lovely writing and sensitive voice leading, this sounds more complex than it is. Your choir will love this calm, sonorous music.
SKU: AP.49715
UPC: 038081568027. English. Words by Andrew Marvell.
A tour de force cornerstone of choral literature. Lloyd Pfautsch's remarkable setting of the 17th-century poem by Andrew Marvell continues to be a popular choice with contest, festival, and collegiate choirs. Lawson-Gould is proud to present new voicings of this a cappella staple, as realized by contemporary composer/conductor Jacob Narverud. Notably authentic, with the original vocal lines still intact.
