SKU: HL.374955
UPC: 196288017493. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Funky with a heavy back beat and solid choral writing, here is a holiday song unlike almost any other as we sing of Wishes, wonder and magic..
SKU: GI.G-7946
UPC: 785147794608. English. Text by Charles D. Coleman. Scripture: Psalm 46:1–2.
This one almost gives you double your money, because the highly developed “Alleluia†that begins and ends this piece totally stands on its own and has countless uses in worship. But in the middle, there's a motet-like section on the text “God is our refuge and strength . . . we shall not fear.†It, too, could stand on its own. But put it all together and it is a strong a cappella choral anthem that would be at home in any tradition.
SKU: LO.10-5704L
ISBN 9780787777258.
Jay Rouse has breathed fresh life into this classic carol! Beginning in a lightly rhythmic, almost contemporary style, this anthem gradually transitions into a powerfully majestic shout of praise. Jay's signature arranging touches are all present, including beautiful re-harmonizations and a well-written piano accompaniment. A brass/percussion orchestration, by Stan Pethel, is also available.
SKU: GI.G-8478
UPC: 785147847809. English. Text Source: attr. Daniel Hibard.
The arrangement of this American folk tune—which has had such disparate pairings as “What Wondrous Love Is This†and texts dealing with politics—is beautifully handled here by van den Honert. Starting with sopranos only, the other voices are gradually mixed in as the piece progresses. Once everyone is in, a mostly canonic verse is followed by a full-bodied section that ebbs away until the piece ends almost as it began, with sopranos on the melody above a simple hum in the other voices.
SKU: CA.3115305
ISBN 9790007183431. Language: German/English.
Bach chose an unconventional beginning for his nine-movement cantata Schau, lieber Gott, wie meine Feind BWV 153, which he composed in his first year as Kantor of St. Thomas's for the Sunday after New Year 1724. Instead of the usual opening chorus, the cantata opens with a simple four-part chorale movement. There are also chorales in the middle of the work (movement 5) and at the end. By avoiding extended or demanding choral movements, Bach probably wanted to save the voices of his choir members at St Thomas's, who had just been involved in a demanding week of almost constant singing. This may also be why the cantata uses just three soloists (alto, tenor, bass). In the arias, each preceded by a secco recitative, the accompaniment is provided by 2 violins and viola. Score available separately - see item CA.3115300.
SKU: CA.3111705
ISBN 9790007048655. Key: G major. Language: German/English. Text: Schutz, Johann Jakob. Text: Johann Jakob Schutz.
The cantata Sei Lob und Ehr dem hochsten Gut (All glory to the Lord of Lords) BWV 117 is one of a small group of Bach's chorale cantatas which use exclusively the text of the chorale, including in the three recitatives and three arias. Only the autograph score of the cantata survives; although this enables an approximate dating to be made (c. 1730), it does not give the occasion for which the cantata was written. The choice of chorale may indicate it was composed for a wedding. Recently it has been suggested that the occasion for its composition was the birthday of the Duke of Weissenfels in 1731; but there is no firm evidence to support either theory. The cantata opens with an extended movement for chorus in which Bach contrasts the concertante orchestra with festive, almost homophonic choral writing. This chorus movement is repeated at the end. A simple chorale movement which comes fourth indicates that the nine-movement cantata was performed in two sections. Score available separately - see item CA.3111700.
SKU: HL.1291682
UPC: 196288168683. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches. Acts 2:2, Isaiah 17:13, Jeremiah 4:13, Job 38:1.
An engaging new take on a classic text, this mixed-meter octavo is a choral tour de force. Driving forward with confidence and power, the music is both artful and contemporary, with an almost cinematic sweep to its musical architecture. A challenge worth taking for both choir and instrumentalists.
SKU: CA.5293905
ISBN 9790007300289. German.
Max Reger’s setting of Psalm 100 is one of the “grand style†choral-symphonic works of the classical modern repertoire. Contrapuntal skill in the tradition of Bach combines with overwhelmingly powerful expressiveness, rich in contrasts. The full harmonic and stylistic breadth of the early 20th century sings out, not only in frenetic song, but also in the search for awareness in quieter passages. Reger’s opulence, tonal and contrapuntal almost throughout, finally culminates in a double fugue with an off-stage orchestra similar to the trumpets of Jericho over “Ein feste Burg ist unser Gottâ€. The composer’s declared aim was: “The psalm must go so brilliantly, that all will be simply ’bowled over‘.â€.
SKU: HL.35021566
UPC: 747510047339. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches. Jennifer Dowell/Michael Barrett.
Contemporary ballad; easily learned; This gentle ballad is a fresh invocation to God's constant presence in our lives and worship. The Holy Spirit is always with us-sometimes we just need to be still. Gently contemplative, this choral almost sings itself. Lyricist Jennifer Dowell follows her successful “Jesus and the Children†with a memorable Pentecost text and Michael Barrett contributes a great melody. “SpiritSong†is easily learned and is appropriate for youth and adult choirs. Be still...and know that He is God.
SKU: AP.50744
UPC: 038081580586. English.
New voicing and a SoundPax! Here's the festive main theme from the popular motion picture soundtrack sung almost entirely on nonsense syllables! If you don't recognize it from the first few notes, the holiday lights will certainly come on by the time we play the sweeping tune on crazy kazoos. Add some elf hats or Christmassy choreography (ChoreoTrax available) for an instant holiday hit!
SKU: HP.C6176
UPC: 763628161767. By Robet Robert MacGimsey.
Christmas Spritiual by Robet MacGimsey This lovely, Christmas spiritual is given an infusion of both jazz and gospel elements in this dynamic new setting. The augmented choral line provides a slow, smooth ballad that almost sings itself ' ideal for worship and Christmas concerts. Accompaniment options include Ed Hogan's orchestration, rhythm parts, or CD which includes a split-track.
SKU: HL.365345
UPC: 840126961232. 6.75x10.5x0.07 inches.
Winner of the 2021 ACDA Genesis Project. This powerful and inspirational new work reaches across cultures, ages, languages and geography. Premiered by “Conspirare†at the National ACDA conference, this looks at 1st blush like it is beyond many choirs reach. However, the skill of Kyle Pederson is exceptional and his music is available to almost all high school, college, community, and professional choir.
SKU: CA.5199105
ISBN 9790007186296. Language: Latin.
Joseph Haydn's Stabat Mater, written in 1767, was the first church work the composer wrote after entering the service of Prince Esterhazy in Eisenstadt. Unlike almost all his other sacred works, it soon circulated in numerous copies and established Haydn's reputation as the leading vocal composer of his day. This edition is based on three original copies of parts, which are regarded as being particularly close to the (missing) autograph manuscript because of the date they were made and the reliable transmission of the music text. As so, this great, moving setting of the Stabat Mater is now newly available in a modern, scholarly edition. The complete performance material is available on sale. Score available separately - see item CA.5199100.
