For the beauty of the earth

An Astrological Composition. Astrology is based on the principle that each sort of time has its own quality. In order to determine the quality of a particular moment an astrologer looks at the position of the planets in the solar sustemat that moment. Each planet has specific types of energies and its location provides unique information for a certain moment on Earth. Thus: its position in the sky tells something about what happens on Earth. In this composition the typesof energies of four planets are musically translated. The four planet were not randomly chosen. There are two pairs whose influence and energy are opposite. Venus and Mars. Venus represents the feminine principle: harmony beauty art and the ability to make relationships and to keep the peace. Venus connects and communicates in order to maintain the balance. Mars represent the masculine principle: winning impulsiveness enthusiasm and sexual energy for procreation.He creates war enabling the strongest to triumph. Mars is musically depicted in a stirring march in which enthusiasm characterises the masculine character. Saturn and Jupiter. Saturn represents concentration and withdrawal: the strongnotion of responsibility seriousness self-discipline and melancholy. Saturn is the hermit who will conquer his fears and worries in minimal conditions and by self-chastisement. This contemplative character is depicted in the music as if it isalmost standing still which also reflects the given character of this planet. Jupiter represents growth and expansion: the positive self-confidence the good Samaritan the healer. Jupiter is the philosopher who will make the world a betterplace sees future possibilities and searches for eternal values. He is the prophet who sometimes rants and raves his doctrine and proclamations resulting musically in a whirling and upbeat finale. not looking back at what has been but searchingfor new challenges. 'Heaven and Earth' was commisioned by the Music Lending and Information Centre (MUI) a department of the library for the province of Gelderland in Arnhem The Netherlands.Een astrologische compositie. Astrologie is gebaseerd op het principe dat elke tijd zijn eigen kwaliteit heeft. ''Tijd voor koffie'' of ''het was je tijd nog niet'' als bijvoorbeeld een baan aan je neus voorbij is gegaan. Om de kwaliteit van een moment te lezen kijkt deastroloog naar de stand van de planeten in ons zonnestelsel op dat tijdstip. Elke planeet heeft specifieke energieën en de plaats aan de hemel geeft unieke informatie over een bepaald moment op aarde. Oftewel: de stand aan de hemel (Ouranos) verteltiets over wat er op aarde (Gaia) gebeurt. In deze compositie worden de energieën van vier planeten muzikaal vertaald. De vier planeten zijn niet lukraak gekozen. Het zijn twee paren die qua invloed en energie tegenovergesteldzijn. Venus en Mars.

Uses: General ThanksgivingScripture: Psalm 145; James 1:17This lovely setting of the beloved hymn For the Beauty of the Earth makes an ideal selection for older elementary choirs or anychoir of unison/2-part voices. After singing the traditional DIX tune on stanza 1 a new melody spotlights stanza 2. Congregation then has the opportunity to join the choir on stanzas 3 and 4 with the two melodies partneringtogether on stanza 4. A simple yet charming flute part provides a nice complement to the piano accompaniment during the song's introduction interludes and ending. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble CelebrationTraxCD. Duration: ca. 3:03

For The Beauty Of The Earth is a work by John Joubert for SATB Choir and Organ (or Piano) Accompaniment. Subtitled Hymn-anthem on the tune 'Moseley', the work sets text by F.S. Pierpoint, with a full performance lasting around 3 minutes. / Choeur Mixte (SATB) Et Orgue

Combining original and Native American melodies and texts this World Music Drumming ensemble is a celebration of the Earth and its beauty. Perform it with instruments and dance for Earth Day harvest celebrations or other concertprograms. With percussion and recorder duet. Available separately: 5-Part Any Combination of Voices ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:50.

Using the Forest Green tune Carol St. John and Ellen Foncannon have drafted a song that celebrates the beauty of the horizon. Including obbligatos from a violin and a flute this lovely piece calls us to appreciate the beautythat comes to us each day. For young voices and treble choirs of any age.

This lovely work for SSA voices expressively depicts the beauty of the evening sky as it deepens from the crimson twilight until the silver threads of moonlight stream down to the earth below. An inspired selection for treble honor choirs and contest/festival performances.