Reliance

SKU: KN.61720S

UPC: 822795617207.

Here's an effective bright swing piece scored in the popular Count Basie style that is designed to make advancing groups sound their very best. As in many Basie-style works, dynamics and articulations play a key role in any presentation. For optimum results in achieving a tight ensemble sound, the rhythm section sets the pace in the opening moments of the introduction. Since the drummer enters after 24 measures, the guitarist and bass lock tempo with the pianist, giving them the chance to learn self-reliance without the drummer policing the time and groove. The horns will fall easily into place once this feel is established. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 3:15. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: CF.CM9768

ISBN 9781491160343. UPC: 680160923298. Key: G major. English.

About the WorkThe text of this work is most often attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, although it doesn't mirror his style, and no research credits an essay, book or letter with its source. Other individuals are occasionally suggested as possible authors, but equally unsubstantiated. Even whether the textis a poem or a quote seems unclear. But there is one thing that is without question: that this beloved text has inspired countless people and contributed toward a view of the world through eyes of hope, resilience, courage, beauty, and joy. Music for this text flowed more easily than about any text I have ever set. It has an emotional connection that is mystical, and after I read it for the first time, I immediately sat down and wrote this work without stop.Rehearsal NotesIn many cases, art is more expressive and reaches a wider range of human emotions when multiple artistic fields are fused together. Such is the case with choral music: the intertwining of literature, music, and very often dance, visual arts, and more. The story in choral music is often quite specific, much like film scoring. At times, the music is the picture frame (score) around the picture (text), while at others the music is the leading dramatic/emotional impetus.In the present case (My Farewell Wish), the text is sincere, innocent, heartfelt, and earnest. By all accounts, the message is altruistic, expressing selfless desire for another's present/future happiness. Capturing this message has a strong reliance on the performers to not only carry the emotional intent of the moment (a phrase of text or a measure), but the the energy and continuance of the message throughout.The use of the [o] vowel functions almost as instrumental interludes or underpinning of strings. The conductor may use the [o] as indicated in the score, or a [u] vowel, a hum (with [o] as the vowel inside the mouth), or all three at different times for different reasons. In an acoustical performance (no mic), the soloist and the ensemble are a reflection of each other's natural sound. And, even gentle, warm solo voices should have no trouble projecting.Two final thoughts: 1) the obbligato or added voice or two on high passages (m. 66) or a single note (final chord) will be best delivered by lyrical, pure voices with demonstrated control; and 2) the metronome marking of 80 bpm (mm. 1–81) was strongly considered and should be followed.About the ComposerZ. Randall Stroope is an American composer and conductor. His composition teachers were Normand Lockwood and Cecil Effinger, both students of the Nadia Boulanger, the famous French teacher (and student of Gabriel Fauré). Randall is the artistic director of two international summer music festivals, is an Honorary Board Member of the NationalAssociation of Italian Choral Directors, and has conducted in 25 countries. He has directed over 40 times at Carnegie Hall, and is a frequent conductor at other prestigious concert venues. Randall has 190 published works, and his music can be heard on Spotify, YouTube and other platforms, including his website (www.zrstroope.com).

SKU: GI.G-6330

English. Text Source: Wild Goose Resource Group, Iona Community, Scotland. Text by John L. Bell.

“An example of inclusive liturgy which relies on lay leadership, [engaging] all ages through its non-reliance on preaching, and is yet centered on God’s self-revelation in the Bible.” Very adaptable material.

SKU: LO.10-5580MD

ISBN 9780787773892.

Recorded by Gospel music great, CeCe Winans, Believe For It is an exciting profession of faith and reliance on God's power. Driven by an emotive, worshipful and rich solo, followed by easy to learn choir parts, this is one that your choir and congregation will want to sing again and again.

SKU: AP.45769S

UPC: 038081523088. English.

The title for this hopeful composition is defined as the confidence, belief, hope, or reliance on someone, or something, that guides each of us on our journey through life. Cast in triple meter, the introspective melody will reinforce the concept of balance while displaying a charming variety of sections and timbres seamlessly interwoven within the rich harmony. A sensationally musical choice. (2:30).

SKU: AP.50751

UPC: 038081580654. English.

I can buy myself flowers, I can hold my own hand. This Miley Cyrus dance-pop tune broke Spotify's record with over 100 million plays in its very first week, catapulting the funky track to the top of the Billboard Hot 100. With an empowering message of self-reliance, this streaming sensation is sure to strike a chord. Three no-fuss voicings, a small combo SoundPax, and a disco-toned SoundTrax complete the bouquet.

About Alfred Pop Choral Series

The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.

SKU: SU.80300243

These seven sacred songs are suitable for treble, mixed, or men's choirs, or for solo performance. The texts are taken from various Sabbath services; many are suitable for use as anthems in Christian worship. While all are easy, each has distinctive features-rhythmic extension of a phrase, shifting meters, or harmonic subtleties-which make the set rank very, very high on the simple does not have to mean stupid scale. Please, before you buy another boring dreidel song, look at these. This blessing from the Sabbath morning service thanks God for the blessing of the teachings of the Scriptures. Its foursquare melodic contours and arpeggiated piano octaves suggest the singers' sturdy reliance upon the word of God. Unison to 2-part; piano; Hebrew; Easy-Med. Unison-2pt, piano Published by: Treble Clef Music Minimum order quantity: 8 copies.

SKU: JK.02016

UPC: 093285020160.

Call upon the Lord, found in Psalm 18, reminds us of our constant reliance upon God. This sheet music for medium voice, C instrument, and piano includes a full score and a separate C instrument part.

Text: Psalm 18
Composer: Betsy Lee Bailey
Difficulty: Medium / Medium Hard
Scripture References: Psalm 18.

SKU: KN.61720

UPC: 822795617207.

Here's an effective bright swing piece scored in the popular Count Basie style that is designed to make advancing groups sound their very best. As in many Basie-style works, dynamics and articulations play a key role in any presentation. For optimum results in achieving a tight ensemble sound, the rhythm section sets the pace in the opening moments of the introduction. Since the drummer enters after 24 measures, the guitarist and bass lock tempo with the pianist, giving them the chance to learn self-reliance without the drummer policing the time and groove. The horns will fall easily into place once this feel is established. Each set includes a guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson. Duration 3:15. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: AP.50750

UPC: 038081580647. English.

I can buy myself flowers, I can hold my own hand. This Miley Cyrus dance-pop tune broke Spotify's record with over 100 million plays in its very first week, catapulting the funky track to the top of the Billboard Hot 100. With an empowering message of self-reliance, this streaming sensation is sure to strike a chord. Three no-fuss voicings, a small combo SoundPax, and a disco-toned SoundTrax complete the bouquet.

About Alfred Pop Choral Series

The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.