Gentry-Publications - Choral SSAA

SKU: HL.1311460

UPC: 196288177340. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.

Langston Hughes' poem is set for choir and piano exceptionally well by composer Anthony Bernarducci. The composer says, �??When beginning to set this short yet powerful poem, it became clear to me that each stanza had its own character contributing to the overall message.�?� For this reason, he set the music in a similar fashion. Each stanza has its own musical independence, but also deliberate 'connective tissue' to join the sections together. The text speaks a message of the strength of inner power. While the choir introduces the text, the cello plays a melody similar to the opening vocal solo meant to portray that our strength is always within us even in the moments of darkness. Masterfully written, this piece will be an impactful addition to your concert programming.

SKU: HL.129169

UPC: 888680017316. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

Simon Bolivar, a giant figure in the history of Latin America, dedicated a special place in his upbringing to Hipolita, a humble slave who was Bolivar's wet nurse and mother figure. Venezuelan poet laureate Andres Eloy Blanco captures a confrontational scene between Hipolita and Bolivar's mother. Venezuelan conductor and composer Maibel Troia translates the intensity of the moment in a highly rhythmic and dramatic composition that combines accented repeating melodies with chromatic harmonies, building towards a climatic finale. Gentry Publications is pleased to present one of the jewels of the 20th century Venezuelan choral repertoire.

SKU: HL.153809

UPC: 888680097554. 6.75x10.5 inches.

K. Lee Scott has taken a Latin setting of Psalm 51, “Create in me a clean heart,” and laced it with a luscious 21st century harmonies. Gentle and yet stirring, this setting is excellent for college or community choirs, appropriate for concert or worship. Medium to difficult.