SKU: HP.C6362
UPC: 763628163624. Mary McDonald.
Original Composition Let the song be heard with this delightful original composition. The text is adapted from Psalm 100 and encourages us to celebrate with singing and lift our hands with joy to the Lord. Perfect for any celebratory occasion.
SKU: BR.BV-481
Institutionen, Klangideale und Repertoires im Umbruch
ISBN 9783765104817. 6.5 x 9.5 inches.
Choral singing, together with organ music, was considered in the 18th and 19th centuries the church-music form of expression per se. So, choral singing and choral music played a dominant role in the 19th century for the Bach revival. Though in many places the political and social upheavals of the Napoleonic era brought some traditional musical institutions to an end, the St. Thomas School with its music boarding school at Leipzig was able to hold its ground and - thanks to a lengthy reorganizational process - dovetail with the Gewandhaus Orchestra, which had in turn arisen from a middle-class society. For the 800th anniversary in 2012 of the Leipzig St. Thomas Choir, a symposium was devoted to the institutional and musical transformation of choral traditions during this time period. The volume presents the results of this conference in an expanded and revised form: Examined from various perspectives are performance-practice aspects, such as the instruments available, the age at which the voice breaks, or the changes in vocal style, and discussed are institutional questions such as the conducting by prefects, the autonomous self-education, or the St. Thomas students' choice of repertoire.Instit utionen, Klangideale und Repertoires im Umbruch.
SKU: GI.G-006440
This contemplative setting of Psalm 118 is one of Bob’s final compositions before his untimely passing in 2018. His well-conceived writing for choir and assembly always featured finely crafted singable tunes and harmonies. The refrain’s simple melody, utilizing chord tones of the harmonic structure, makes this easy for the assembly to join in almost at first hearing. The verses are set in a question-and-answer dialog between cantor and choir. More vocal forces are added with each stanza, bringing a richness to the overall sound and effect highlighting the words of this lovely composition.
SKU: HL.1169181
UPC: 196288124634. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Hebrews 12:14, John 16:33, Matthew 5:9.
With gentle themes and winsome harmonies, this call to serenity is the ideal benediction to your holiday worship gathering. A delicate piano introduction delivers the listener to a musical “passing of the peace†before a sweeping refrain brings it all together with a unified moment of Christmas goodwill.
SKU: CA.3115314
ISBN 9790007208707. Language: German/English.
Bac h 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 and part available separately - see item CA.3115300.
SKU: AP.47096
UPC: 038081538679. English.
Lin-Manuel Miranda calls this song a love letter to New York that lets us know who the Schuyler sisters are outside the context of Hamilton. Through an innovative combination of rap, patter singing, character-driven musical themes, and a supporting chorus, we are introduced to three outstanding women from the Revolutionary War era. Alan Billingsley's supercharged arrangement sounds just like the original Broadway score, with stylized solos (both spoken and sung) and plenty of satisfying choral sonorities and riffs. Work!
SKU: WD.080689402777
UPC: 080689402777.
And now...(drum roll)...introducing the world's first-ever veggietales christmas musical! easy-to-present, and even easier-to-prepare, this 20-minute program not only entertains, but clearly presents the true meaning of christmas in an unforgettable one-of-a-kind presentation. created for pre-k or early elementary voices by veteran children's author, cherry garasi, tighvtcs is scripted with an interactive dvd featuring bob the tomato, larry the cucumber, and other delightful veggietales friends. your children will join the vt cast in singing such seasonal and veggie favorites, including ring little bells, the friendly beasts, and other well known carols. the easy-to-stage script features one adult character and single-line parts for several children, culminating in a nativity scene. we hope you have fun as you bring the delightfully silly, yet spiritually touching world of veggietales to your church and community this christmas! (cue track) there's never ever ever ever ever been a show like veggietales!
SKU: AP.45654
UPC: 038081513935. English. Words by Edgar Guest; William Shakespeare.
I can live my life on earth contented to the end, if but a few shall . . . call me friend. Success, by people's poet Edgar Guest is paired with a few lines from Shakespeare's Sonnet 50 to create a warm, reflective text on the importance of friendship. Subtle tempo changes and sensitive dynamics encourage expressive singing, and an optional obbligato allows for a C-instrument of your choice.
SKU: AP.47095
UPC: 038081538662. English.
SKU: WD.080689583360
UPC: 080689583360.
For music ministers looking for an Easter musical that is strong on content and excitement yet easy to rehearse and perform, Jesus Is Alive! is your answer. Created by Dale Mathews and including such beloved classics as Celebrate Jesus, He's Alive and Gerald Crabb's The Cross, this accessible musical features dynamic original arrangements by Russell Mauldin, Gary Rhodes, Robert Sterling and Lari Goss, expertly revoiced by Allan Douglas and Sarah Huffman for unison choir with occasional two-part singing and no solos. At less than 30 minutes in length, Jesus Is Alive! is an ideal addition to your Easter morning service, allowing ample time for additional celebratory observances and a sermon. Deborah Craig-Claar has provided a sensitive Scripture-based narration for a single narrator that beautifully weaves together the themes of Jesus' redemptive sacrifice and His victory over death. Let Jesus Is Alive! declare the eternal truth to your church this Easter: Jesus is alive - today and forevermore!
SKU: CA.2711011
ISBN 9790007200527. Key: C major. Language: Latin.
Eberlin's programmatic setting of the offertory Terra tremuit was written for the festive liturgy of Easter Sunday at Salzburg Cathedral, which in the 17th and 18th centuries was a center of the cultivation of the polyphonic offertory. Verses 9 and 10 of Psalm 76 (Vulgata 75), with their vivid description of the earth trembling and falling silent are Eberlin's basis for the offertory. Eberlin depicts the earthquake by means of a written-out tremolo of the strings, and by staccato singing of the syllables of the word tremuit. The Resurrection is depicted musically by ascending figures at the words dum resurgere. An Alleluia concludes the work. Score and part available separately - see item CA.2711000.
SKU: WD.080689401770
UPC: 080689401770.
SKU: WD.080689776724
UPC: 080689776724.
SKU: WD.080689895128
UPC: 080689895128.
SKU: AP.48897
UPC: 038081562216. English. Traditional Spanish Carol.
Victor's arrangement of this gentle nativity carol from Spain is sung entirely in the original language (a pronunciation and translation are included). This sensitive treatment captures the lullaby mood and adds a light rhythmic undercurrent in moderate 3/4 time. The tonality shifts seamlessly between D minor and D major to reflect a text that moves from quieting the baby to a rushing fountain and singing birds. While the words do return, no two verses are set in the same manner, creating an ever-evolving arrangement. Piano fingers dance over the keys with triplet turns and easily grasp the bigger chords in the supportive and stylistic accompaniment. A nice contrast on holiday programs.
SKU: WD.080689697029
UPC: 080689697029.
