Oxford-University-Press - Choral

Voiceworks at Christmas is a great collection of seasonal songs for all choirs. Building on the superb resources of Voiceworks 1 and 2 Peter Hunt here presents an inspired new collection of pieces for Christmas ranging from plainsong to jazz carols gospel songs and folk pieces to well-known carols in sparkling new arrangements and brand new carols by living composers. With excellent practical rehearsal notes and an accompanying CD Voiceworks At Christmas meets the needs of all choral groups and overflows with festive cheer.30 fabulous carols and songs from unison to four-part harmony and beyondpieces for all occasions sacred and secular: schoolconcerts Advent and Christmas services carol-singingideal for youth and community choirs school groups (key stage 3 upwards) choral societies church and choral groups of all ages and experiencesvast range of repertoire: plainsong and early music spirituals folk pieces carols in jazz styleintroduces carols from the West Gallery and Sacred Harp traditionswell-known carols in fresh arrangements and new songs by living composerstips and hints for warming up and preparing to rehearsea complete lesson or rehearsal plan for each songphotocopiable pagesCD with performances of all the songs

Imogen Holst 1907-84 was a much-loved source of inspiration for countless musicians and students who encountered her over the years of her involvement with the Dartington Summer School of Music and the Aldeburgh Festival.This book conveys her infectious enthusiasm and insight as a choral conductor. Here she sets out clearly and concisely a wealth of practical information on the physical business of conducting which will be of particular value to the amateur conductor. She deals with the forming and training of a choir the presentation and rehearsal of the music and how to approach public performances and competitions. Her final chapter gives adviceon the rehearsal of specific choruses by Purcell Handel and Britten.Originally published in 1973 this edition has been corrected and updated by Lowinger Maddison Archivist for the Holst Foundation.

Hardback-This hardbound full score is presented in a slip-case embellished with William Walton's signature in gold. William Walton signed the title pages of 350 copies of which only a handful are still left in OUP's stock. An oratorio for baritone soloist mixed chorus and orchestra using text from the Bible selected by Osbert Sitwell Orchestral material is available on hire

The signature tune for the award-winning Swedish a cappella group Vocado HÃ¥ll Mig Kvar/Hold Me Fast is characterized by mixed messages: the lover wants to leave but can't quite bring himself to walk out the door. The flavour of the music reflects the dilemma with emotions ranging from muted acceptance in the verses to highly charged indecision in the passionate chorus. With classic a cappella rhythms and textures along with melodies that will stay with you for days this dual-language publication in the Voice Junction series is perfect for vocal groups and choirs singing in Swedish or English.HÃ¥ll mig kvar has been recordedby Vocado on the CD Northern Lights.

This arrangement of the popular American folksong is atmospheric and expressive with the traditional melody moving seamlessly between voice parts and resting on a cushion of rich harmonies. Shenandoah has been recorded by The King's Singers on the album GOLD (Signum SIGCD500).

This anthem sets a text by Hallquist based on a passage from Thessalonians. The opening and closing sections feature a catchy melody and recurring syncopated figure in the piano enclosing a more subdued middle section. Highly accessible in style this anthem makes a dynamic addition to a service or concert.