Rich choral textures interweave in this evocative setting of the traditional Irish carol for mixed choir and flute. Flute part included.

SATB-The lyrical addition of Flute or Violin obbligato brings added warmth and expression to Schubert's beloved Ave Maria. Available: SATB. Performance Time: Approx. 5:40.

The Magic Flute K. 620 is an opera in two acts by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart to a German libretto by Emanuel Schikaneder. The work is in the form of a Singspiel a popular form that included both singing and spoken dialogue. Arranged for Piano and Voice.

Commissioned by the Hickory NC Choral Society for their 35th anniversary season Dan Forrest's Requiem For The Living is scored for mixed choir with solos for boy soprano and/or mezzo-soprano soprano & tenor. The instrumentation is available for large orchestra or chamber ensemble. Combining both liturgical and non-liturgical texts in some cases the traditional texts are slightly re-arranged for contextual emphasis. This powerful five movement work projects a wide range of meaningful expression from a biting essay on the vanity and pain of existence to a plea for mercy and a celebration of eternal light. The work standsalone - but would be especially moving for all saints Good Friday or even Palm Sunday. Movements: Introit - Kyrie Vanitas Vanitatum Agnus Dei Sanctus Lux Aeterna 3. Instrumentations available on rental only: 1. Full orch. (HMB265a): 2 flutes 2 oboes 2 bb clarinets 2 bassoons 2 horns (or 1-4: if performing with a large choir horn lines may be doubled by a second player on each part) 2 bb trumpets 2 trombones bass trombone or trombone 3 tuba percussion (1 player: suspended cymbal crash cymbal bass drum triangle glockenspiel crotales (bowed) snare drum low tom-tom (opt.)(or other low drum) timpani (3) (one player) harp strings (min. Suggested count 4.4.2.2.1) full score. 2. Chamber version (HMB265b) - flute oboe horn in f (optional) combined percussion (one player: timpani suspended cymbal crash cymbal triangle glockenspiel crotales (bowed) snare drum low tom-tom (optional) (or other low drum) harp violin cello organ full score. 3. Expanded chamber version (HMB265c) - flute oboe horn in f(opt.) percussion from full orchestra version (1 player: suspended cymbal crash cymbal bass drum triangle glockenspiel crotales (bowed) snare drum low tom-tom (opt. or other low drum) timpani (3) from full orchestra version (1 player) harp strings from full orchestra version

For mixed chorus 4 Flutes (2nd+Piccolo 3rd+Bass Flute 4th=Alto Flute) 3 Percussion. Published 1972. Text: poems of the Gabon pygmies. First performance: BBC Chorus conducted by Michael Green RoundHouse 22nd May 1972.

Uses: ChristmasScripture: Luke 2:11; John 3:16Here is a cheerful potpourri of carols for your holiday programming that combines the charm of two popular carols with the novelty of flute and handbelldecoration. Expert craftsmanship delivers this concept in grand style making it a positive addition to both school and church choral repertoire. Available: SATB flute handbells. Duration: ca. 1:20.

Christmas Oratorio by Bob Chilcott for SATB and soloists (M-S T & B) with Organ and Flute or small ensemble.With this majestic work Chilcott takes on a landmark of the choral repertory the Christmas Oratorio. Words from St Luke and St Matthew are intertwined with 16th-19th-century poetry to create a compelling retelling of the Christmas story. Five hymn texts are set to new original melodies that take their place among the season's tradition of great hymnody and enable the audience or congregation to join in with the choir. As in the St John Passion much of the narrative is presented by a tenor soloist in the role ofEvangelist with focal points such as the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis and Rossetti's 'Love came down at Christmas' taken by mezzo-soprano and bass soloists. The chorus is integral to the storytelling assuming small character roles and taking centre stage in two unaccompanied movements. A solo Flute characterizes the angels and the mellow tones of the brass ensemble evoke a sense of festive tradition.

Uses: General Christmas Eve ChristmasScripture: I Thessalonians 5:17; Matthew 1:18-25; Isaiah 7:14Re-tooling a classic hymn into a Christmas offering is a crafty concept and in this refinedarrangement the idea becomes art. Easily learned the piece is “something old and something new” making this choral a satisfying addition to any concert or worship service. The instrumentation adds additional layers ofsonic complexity while the optional text presenting the original Sweet Hour of Prayer text gives thoughtful directors programming flexibility. Available separately: SATB LiteTrax CD Orchestration (Score & parts forflute cello 2 oct. handbells). NOTE: “Away in a Manger” quote in handbells has TACET option if performing the “Sweet Hour of Prayer” text. Duration: ca. 4:00.

An Irish Blessing is a choral setting for upper voices and piano or organ of the traditional Gaelic prayer which begins 'May the road rise to meet you'. Its gentle melody unfolds slowly beginning in unison and building to a fuller choral texture with a descant in the third verse. The optional flute part adds a folk-like quality and in addition to the wide dynamic range indicated further textural variety can be achieved with opportunities for a soloist or small group of singers.Perfect for school choirs weddings church services any leaving celebration or a concert programme.The Faber Choral Signature Series introduces a wealth of new or recently writtenchoral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works offering a thrilling array of varied styles.

Uses: General TrinityScripture: Jeremiah 10:6-7; I Chronicles 17:20; Psalms 86:8-17; Isaiah 6:1-3A very different choral experience is discovered in this sacred song from contemporary singer TravisCottrell. Written in a haunting call and response style there is a gripping atmosphere of mystery and awe in these graceful phrases. Rising like a prayer the refined melodic lines exalt the profound holiness of God. Latin wordsare interspersed throughout adding to the enigmatic beauty of this singular choral anthem. A true worship tone poem! Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.) Orchestration (Score & parts for flute 1 &2 oboe timpani percussion piano violin 1 & 2 viola cello double bass). Duration: ca. 4:20.

Uses: General Church Heritage ReformationScripture: Matthew 7:25-26; I Corinthians 3:16Two time-honored hymn texts are lifted to new heights with a jubilant setting for choral forces that emphasizethe confidence of these sturdy affirmations of faith. The lightly detached character of the vocal writing gives a quasi-classical feel to the choral and the text is ideal for church heritage or Reformation gatherings. Availableseparately: SATB StudioTrax CD Orchestration CD-rom (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpet 1 Trumpet 2&3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timp Perc 1&2 Harp Violin 1 Violin 2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 3:12.

A choral song in praise of the power of music for unaccompanied mixed choir and solo flute. The flute introduces and imitates the phrases sung by the choir. Written by John Rutter for Clare College Cambridge and based upon a text of unknown authorship.

(A Communion Song)-Uses: Communion Scripture: Matthew 11:28 - Luke 22:14-20 Here is a tender and endearing choral anthem for communion gatherings. A memorable melody elegantly mingles with meaningful message creating a special moment to accompany this important time in the worship service. This gentle invocation has a lovely guitar-like piano accompaniment and features a pleasing flute obbligato. Flute part included.