O Ecclesia

This work for soprano solo and SATB choir written in 1976 was commissioned by Cantores in Ecclesia. The first performance was given in April 1977 by the Rye Spring Music.This is a special item which is made to order. Pleasee-mail our Mail Order Department for further information.

Quia Haec Dicit Excelsus Op.54d from Liber Canticorum I by Vagn Holmboe. For Mixed Choir SATB. Vagn Holmboe (1909-1996) was a 20th century composer in the neo-classical style widely recognised as the most important Danish composer since Nielsen. He is best known for his symphonic works solo concertos and chamber music but his choral a cappella compositions are worthy of the same merit.  

Psalm 71:5-9 14-24 Psalm 92:14 Proverb 16:31 Ecclesiastes 9:10 12:1-7 Isaiah 46:3-4-There are times in life that bring unavoidable circumstances and our limited understanding must be directed to God. Mary Louise Bringle wrote this emotional text for a friend who was dealing with her mother’sAlzheimer’s disease and the frailty that mortal bodies suffer. Set to the tune FINLANDIA this sensitive arrangement provides comfort to those who care for loved ones in these situations. The anthem builds to a hopefulconclusion and climax proclaiming “All joys remain unshadowed light pervading. No valued deed will ever be undone.” (Psalm 71:5-9 14-24 Psalm 92:14 Proverb 16:31 Ecclesiastes 9:10 12:1-7 Isaiah 46:3-4 Luke2:25-38 I Corinthians 15:58 Galatians 5:22-23 Rvelation 14:13)

Uses: Ash Wednesday Memorial Graduation WeddingScripture: Ecclesiastes 3One of the most treasured passages from the Bible is found in the book of Ecclesiastes. This profound chapter is set to abeloved folk tune that is then developed to support the various poetic images delivered in the text. Lush expressive harmonies punctuate the tonal landscape with deep beauty while the artful piano writing creates a reflectivecalmness throughout the piece. The minor variation is of particular interest and the hushed ending will leave you breathless.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8-The concept for this piece was for children's voices but the two-part treble with piano would be lovely with treble voices of any age. Taken from Ecclesiastes 3 the piece would be perfect on a spring concert. It could also be used in a sacred setting.

Columba Canticles by Laurence Roman is a 41 minute long piece for Narrator SATB Chorus Uillean pipes Harp String Orchestra (Violins I & II Violas Cellos Double basses).I. Kyrie The Choir VestryII. Gloria in ExcelsisIII. The Chapter HouseIV. The Nave The Bell TowerV. SanctusVI. Sunday School Agnus Dei

The Mass K.262 (246a) is known as Missa longa. Leopold Mozart designated it so next to the incipit on the cover of the autograph collection of five masses in C major by his son. Mozart literature gives the year of origin as 1776 without mentioning the speculative nature of this claim.The monumentality of the Missa longa suggests that the work was written for a particularly solemn occasion. When scanning for outstanding ecclesiastical events in the 1770?s one cannot ignore the consecration of Ignaz Josef Count Spaur coadjutor and administrator of the diocese of Brixen as titular bishop of Chrysopel on 17 November 1776 in the Salzburg cathedral. Erich Schenk claimsthat Leopold Mozart?s mention of Wolfgang?s ?Spaur Mass? in a letter of 28 May 1778 was in reference to the consecration of Ignaz Josef Spaur an old friend of the Mozart family. Mozart?s work would then have to be seen as an homage of a truly personal nature. The Missa longa is the only setting of the Ordinary from this period which is appropriate to such a highly solemn event.Urtext of the ?New Mozart Edition? Ideal for church services and concert performances Full score & performance material (BA4853) and vocal score (BA4853-90) for sale

Par PURCELL HENRY. Henry Purcell (1659-1695) held numerous appointments at the Royal court and Westminster Abbey, and is considered by many to be the greatest ever English-born composer. His prolific work covered all fields: orchestral, ecclesiastical, operatic, theatrical, incidental, and chamber music were all enriched by his output. Fantazias And In Nomines is a collection of his 15 Fantasies and 2 In Nomines, Z. 731-747. Purcell is credited with popularising the hitherto arcane form of the Fantasy, perhaps most famously in his Fanstasia Upon One Note, where a middle C is sustained throughout – in live performances this issometimes played by a volunteer from the audience! This full score edition has been edited by the renowned musicologist Robert Thurston Dart. / Rép Classique / Répertoire / Conducteur