Ring and Sing, Alleluia

Keys for the Kingdom is a fully-graded piano pieces series designed especially for the Christian student. While learning the basic concepts of piano playing, the student is introduced to many styles of sacred music: the wealth of great hymnody, songs and psalms of the church, as well as great classics in piano literature that every student needs to excel in musical study. The multi-key, stylistically diverse series introduces basic concepts of rhythm, intervals, scales, chords, music theory, artistry and improvisation. Each method book establishes a gradual, steady pace for the developing student. Calling on decades of teaching experience, the authors have fashioned new ways of reaching proven concepts. Performance Book Level B includes 22 songs: Alleluia! Alleluia! · Blest Be the Tie That Binds · The Donkey · Jubilate Deo · O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing · Rise and Shine · Tears of David · Wedding at Cana · and more.

Three arrangements including Ave Verum Corpus and the Lacrimosa from the Requiem.During the year 1771 when Mozart was 15 years old he and his father Leopold were touring Italy which was at that time the most formidable citadel of the music world. In the following four years the young Mozart was received at the homes and villas of Italy's aristocracy. He met the most famous musicians of the time including Niccolo Piccinni operatic rival to Gluck and Padre Martini from whom he was to benefit from studies in counterpoint. He also met many noted male soprano singers and for one the celebrated Venanzio Rauzzini he wrote in 1773 the motet Exsultate Jubilate from whichcomes the well known Alleluia.At the end of his life only 19 years later in Vienna 1791 Mozart was very ill and working on a number of massive works such as the operas The Magic Flute and Titus also the Requiem. Titus was completed in 18 nerve-shattering days as it had to be performed in Prague in September 1791. At its premiere it was a complete flop. This affected the now overworked almost penniless composer's spirit and he returned to Vienna suffering from mental and physical exhaustion. Rest was denied him. The Magic Flute had to be finished for its premier on September 30th 1791. The task of the Requiem still faced him. In this weakened state Mozart thought that he was in fact writing his own requiem reading evil omens into the commissioning of the work. He thought someone had calculated the precise time of his death and was thus troubled with sombre thoughts. He completed the first two of the twelve parts. The next six parts were in an unfinished state and his manuscript ceased at the Lacrimosa. Süssmayer who was working closely with Mozart at the time was given the task of finishing the Requiem.Ave Verum Corpus is also one of his final works. It is a setting of an anonymous hymn written as a motet for Anton Stoll the choirmaster at Baden in June 1791.Mozart was a composer of great genius who

Vecné evangelium / The Eternal Gospel Cantata for Solo Voices Mixed Chorus and Orchestra Leoš Janácek’s great oratorio “The Eternal Gospel” for soprano tenor mixed chorus and orchestra is based on a medieval legend in which an angel announces the coming of the Kingdom of Love on Earth to a Cistercian monk Joachim of Flora. Janácek set the text as a dramatic scene with two characters. The chorus unfolds as a contrasting foil to the two main figures until the final climax when the people sing “Alleluia” and receive the message of the brotherhood of all creation. The Eternal Gospel occupies aspecial place in Janácek’s œuvre. The dream-like atmosphere and emotional force of this twenty-minute cantata cast an unusually powerful spell. It originated during a time of turmoil: Janácek wrote it in spring 1914 on the eve of the First World War and the première took place in Prague in February 1917. In 1924 Janácek revised the cantata yet again for a festive performance on the occasion of his seventieth birthday. The vocal score has been prepared by Leoš Faltus one of the two editors of the volume for the Janácek Complete Edition (series B/volume 4). - Urtext Janacek Complete Edition - Full score (BA6860) and vocal score (BA6860-90) available for sale - Performance material (BA6860-72) available for hire

Tree Of Life by Mack Wilberg for SATB and Piano or Orchestra.Tree Of Life is an expansive setting of an evocative text by David Warner that depicts the sacred archetype of the life-giving tree through the cycle of all four seasons. The lyrics coupled with simple memorable melodies speak of spiritual planting and growth nourishment and an abundant harvest; each observation is punctuated by an 'Alleluia' as an expression of praise and gratitude. Wilberg's imaginative orchestration creates an abundant soundworld with arching woodwind phrases sweeping strings and a cacophony of Handbells that lifts theclosing alleluias skywards in celebration. This is the title track on the Tabernacle Choir's 2018 CD release.

The energy of this piece is derived from the layering effect of vocal lines and handclaps. The interweaving of voice parts makes for joyous part singing. This title is available in SmartMusic.

The Novello Book Of Hymns is a collection of 50 favourite hymns, inspiringly and engagingly written for SATB Choirs. Edited by David Hill, all the arrangements in this book are designed to be singable by congregations without music, and can be used in any church or school service.As well as providing uplifting versions of hymns, these arrangements also work well as easy anthems, enabling church and school choirs to learn an often striking and dramatic piece of music quickly and easily.The hymns have been arranged by a range of well-loved composers including Richard Lloyd, John Bertalot, David Hill, Stephen Jackson, Philip Moore, Christopher Robinson and many others.Editor of the collection David Hill is a Choral Advisor to Novello. He is Chief Conductor of the BBC Singers, Musical Director of the Bach Choir, Chief Conductor of the Southern Sinfonia, Associate Guest Conductor of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Music Director of Leeds Philharmonic Society, and Professor of Choral Conducting at Yale University. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Vocal Solos for Worship-Heather Sorensons inaugural vocal solo book is a treasure trove of sacred gems for church musicians. This collection thrives at the intersection of music and message providing stylistic diversity and subject variety with each turn of the page.Tasteful piano accompaniments showcase the composers instrument of choice but accompaniment tracks are also available. Dont miss this thoughtful gathering of some of Heathers most inspired songs! Includes: Home; My Alleluia; Mercy Still; Rock ofAges (Forgiven and Free); Christmas Dreams; Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing; Lullaby Prayer; Turn Around and See; Stained Glass; Raise Your Hands.

Vocal Solos for Worship-Heather Sorenson's inaugural vocal solo book is a treasure trove of sacred gems for church musicians. This collection thrives at the intersection of music and message providing stylistic diversity and subject variety with each turn of the page. Tasteful piano accompaniments showcase the composer's instrument of choice but accompaniment tracks are also available. Don't miss this thoughtful gathering of some of Heather's most inspired songs! Includes: Home - My Alleluia - Mercy Still - Rock of Ages (Forgiven and Free) - Christmas Dreams - Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing - Lullaby Prayer - Turn Around and See - Stained Glass - Raise Your Hands.

A truly exciting arrangement of a favorite hymn that has a little something for everybody! A driving rhythmic “rock” beat a string quartet singable syncopation a familiar melody – this anthem is a guaranteedsuccess! Come Christians Join to Sing uses the traditional melody but with energetic syncopation and fresh harmony breaking into a glorious cascade of “alleluias” at the end of each verse. Great for blendedworship.

This majestic ballad of praise will sweep across the strings of your heart with satisfying harmonies and bold melodies. Using music as an object lesson for service the text offers a powerful challenge to be a living alleluia. The chorus features a meter change and a hymntune quote that really connects. The piece ends with a climactic affirmation and one final alleluia! Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 tba perc 1-2 hp pno vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

This spirited piece works for any combination of voices but it will absolutely sparkle with young singers. The jubilant 7/8 meter is easy to sing and sounds incredible! Optional percussion and string bass. Available: 2-Part anycombination. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

This new Anna Laura Page creation is sturdy and sparkles with her bright touch. Her signature singable vocal scoring and playable piano accompaniment makes for an effective yet simple presentation. Optional handbell/handchimeand oboe parts included. BonusTrax avaiable #08743348. Performance time: Approx. 3:30.

Your singers will love rehearsing and performing this rhythmic celebration based on traditional African music. Layered vocal lines call and response and the vitality of the conga claves and djembe will bring freshness and energy to your concert!