Format : Vocal Score
SKU: CL.024-4887-01
Audiences will marvel at this commanding setting of the traditional carol, Fantasia on O Holy Night. Preserving the familiar melody throughout, original countermelodies breathe new life into this beloved holiday carol. Interwoven melodies and countermelodies present playable and unique musical moments that each section of your band will enjoy. From the powerful opening chords, to the flowing statement of the carol, through to the rousing and forceful conclusion, this piece will be a memorable and original addition to any holiday concert. Exceptional!
SKU: CL.024-4887-00
SKU: MN.10-033
UPC: 688670100338.
Perfect for a celebratory recital or worship service, five carols are presented in an exuberant style. A nice contrast is found in the section featuring THE HOLLY AND THE IVY, set as a warm, expressive meditation. The fantasia concludes with a restatement of DING DONG MERRILY in 7/8 meter. A duet version is also available. Jubilant and fun!
SKU: CF.SAS3
ISBN 9781491157732. UPC: 680160916313. 9 x 12 inches.
Fantasia on Christmas Carols offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of world-renowned composer. Ralph Vaughan Williams uses three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this masterful arrangement from Todd Parrish contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. A wonderful selection for any holiday concert!.Fantasia on Christmas Carols offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of world-renowned composer. Ralph Vaughan Williams uses three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this masterful arrangement from Todd Parrish contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. A wonderful selection for any holiday concert!
SKU: CF.SAS3F
ISBN 9781491157534. UPC: 680160916115. 9 x 12 inches.
Written in 1912, the Fantasia on Christmas Carols was originally scored for baritone solo, chorus, and orchestra. In it, Ralph Vaughan Williams used three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this arrangement contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. Though the melodies are mostly of unknown origin, the harmonies are uniquely the work of Vaughan Williams. This medley offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of a world-renowned composer.
SKU: FP.FBM04
ISBN 9790570504077.
The opening movement is a free fantasia, contrasting with the middle movement, a scherzetto, in homage to, and based on the letters of the name of, the composer Douglas Steele, an assistant to Sir Thomas Beecham and a founding father of Chethams School, and which quotes from Steele’s beautiful carol The Snow Falls.Divertimento was first performed by John Turner and Janet Simpson at a concert in aid of the Peter Cunningham Memorial Fund at Mellor Church on 17th January 2005. It uses both treble and descant instruments. The second movement was originally composed for a concert in Manchester Cathedral in memory of Douglas Steele, one of the founding fathers of Chetham's School, and quotes (by kind permission of Forsyth Brothers Ltd.), from his well-known carol The Snow Falls. It has been separately recorded by John Turner and Stephen Hough on Autumn Sequence – the music of Douglas Steele and his Circle (Campion Cameo 2040/41).Martin Bussey was born in London in 1958. He was a Choral Scholar at King’s College, Cambridge, during which time he studied composition with Robin Holloway. Following postgraduate singing study at the RNCM he settled in Manchester and held a number of posts, including Head of Academic Music and Director of Choirs at Chetham’s School of Music until 2013. He continues as Musical Director of the Chester Bach Singers, a Vocal Tutor at Manchester University, Chairman of the Finzi Friends and a Director of the Ludlow Song Weekend. Compositions include the highly successful monodrama about Mary I, Mary’s Hand, premiered in 2018; a significant collection of solo songs which includes settings of Housman, Hardy, and Walt Whitman, many recorded on the disc Through a glass; and much choral music, recorded by Sonoro under Neil Ferris in 2019.
SKU: PR.11441847S
UPC: 680160641758.
MARS HILL FANTASIA was commissioned by and is gratefully dedicated to Mars Hill College (now Mars Hill University), as part of the festivities celebrating their Sesquicentennial in 2006. The work was commissioned by their Low Brass instructor, and my friend, Dr. James Sparrow. The university is located right in the heart of the beautiful mountain area of Western North Carolina, and I wrote a work which both celebrates the long and distinguished history of Mars Hill University and its lovely mountain setting. The work is scored for two combined ensembles -- an 8-part low brass ensemble of trombones, euphoniums, and tubas, and an 8-part percussion ensemble of both mallet and non-pitched percussion instruments. The music contains rich, sonorous, and joyful gestures, with stentorian fanfares, resonant chords, and lyrical melodies. It was given a truly exciting and festive premiere in October 2006 by the combined low brass and percussion ensembles of the music department of Mars Hill.MARS HILL FANTASIA was commissioned by and is gratefully dedicated to Mars Hill College (now Mars Hill University), as part of the festivities celebrating their Sesquicentennial in 2006.The work was commissioned by their Low Brass instructor, and my friend, Dr. James Sparrow. The university is located right in the heart of the beautiful mountain area of Western North Carolina, and I wrote a work which both celebrates the long and distinguished history of Mars Hill University and its lovely mountain setting.The work is scored for two combined ensembles — an 8-part low brass ensemble of trombones, euphoniums, and tubas, and an 8-part percussion ensemble of both mallet and non-pitched percussion instruments. The music contains rich, sonorous, and joyful gestures, with stentorian fanfares, resonant chords, and lyrical melodies. It was given a truly exciting and festive premiere in October 2006 by the combined low brass and percussion ensembles of the music department of Mars Hill.
SKU: PR.114418470
UPC: 680160641741.
SKU: XC.RCB2209FS
12 x 9 inches.
A stunning symphonic presentation of the popular carol God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen that seamlessly shifts in and out of duple and triple meter and then combines the two. Strong orchestration will make your band sound full and rich.
SKU: AP.49442S
ISBN 9781470650513. UPC: 038081571294. English.
Fum, Fum, Fum is a popular 16th- or 17th-century Christmas carol from Catalonia, which is located in northeast Spain. This well-crafted arrangement by Michael Story includes a series of variations that conclude with an energetic flourish. Perfect for your holiday concert! (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: FJ.B1314S
English.
Cleverly combining the classic carol O Come All Ye Faithful with Bach's Sheep May Safely Graze, this work is ideal for directors looking for a more serious addition to their winter concert. Covering the full gamut of styles, the different sections of the work flow seamlessly into each other to create a unified statement of joy and exuberance. Fantastic and imaginative writing for young bands!
About FJH Young Band
Appropriate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5
SKU: AP.48182S
ISBN 9781470655235. UPC: 038081559810. English. Traditional Spanish Carol.
Featured woodwinds begin this setting of Fum, Fum, Fum then develop through a series of variations concluding with an energetic flourish. Contrasting articulations performed with rhythmic accuracy will provide musical vitality to deliver an abundance of holiday cheer. (2:15) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: XC.RCB2209
SKU: AP.48182
ISBN 9781470655228. UPC: 038081559803. English. Traditional Spanish Carol.
Featured woodwinds begin this setting of Fum, Fum, Fum then develop through a series of variations concluding with an energetic flourish. Contrasting articulations performed with rhythmic accuracy will provide musical vitality to deliver an abundance of holiday cheer. (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49442
ISBN 9781470650506. UPC: 038081571287. English.
SKU: AP.46972
UPC: 038081536217. English. Traditional Carols.
Incorporating both the Catalonian carol Fum Fum Fum and Deck the Hall from Wales, you won't want to miss a moment of this adventurous arrangement. Varied choral textures, dynamics, and tempi will engage a cappella singers with an exciting challenge. An optional piano part is provided for flexibility.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.