The poem which inspired this piece was written by a thirteen-year-old girl. In it, she expresses the power of fire, of its life-giving and life-consuming potential, in simple and clear form.
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Series editor and composer Joni Jensen arranges this traditional Irish folk song for women, violin, flute and bodhran. The music is energetic and full of drive as the women sing of a better day ahead. This is a wonderful contrast to the standard women's choir literature.
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This lesser-known carol receives special treatment in an artful rendition. Offered with the option of a charming chamber orchestration, the seasonal offering is ideal for community choir concerts or lessons and carols programs. The text presents the angelic visitation to Mary and fills an important liturgical slot for church choir directors. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
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This exciting setting by André Thomas of “Rockin' Jerusalem” begins sotto voce with the men and continually grows to the end. A very popular work for district, regional and All-State choruses.
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Featured in the 2019 Christmas Concert from St. Olaf college, this is a beautiful and lush setting of the Howard Thurman text. It reminds us that Christmas is a time of light over darkness. The message in the carol inspires us to become carriers of a light that brings joy, hope, courage, peace, grace, and love.
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“Christmastime” is a modern Christmas carol that has quickly become part of the standard holiday songbook. Dancing joyfully between a neoclassical “vibe” and a light jazz pop idiom, this piece pushes all the right buttons for a happy holiday moment in your concerts or worship services. The text celebrates bells and the inclusion of “Ding Dong! Merrily on High” adds a special sparkle. Present with piano only or full orchestra, or with the optional handbell part to open this anthem to even more possibilities! Yes! Score and Parts (fl 1-2/pic, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, btbn, timp, perc, chm, glock, harpsi/syn, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download. Part for Handbells (3-5 oct.) also available as a digital download.
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This modern, expressive treatment of a classic text paints a vivid portrait of Christ's sacrifice on the cross. Deeply moving harmonic moments mingle with engaging piano and instrumental figurations to create a richly emotional sacred song.
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This popular setting by Kirby Shaw combines powerful vocal pyramids, contemporary piano accompaniment and compelling harmonies to make this an extremely strong choice for young ensembles. Available: SSA, TTB, 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.
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Also available in Unison (48004940), SA (48003497), SSA (48003498) or TTBB (48003500).
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If harp is not available, the accompaniment can be played by piano.
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Text: Robert Southwell
Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes
Difficulty level: 3
The Ceremony of Carols is one of Britten's best-known and most-performed works. It is a brilliantly conceived and dramatic concert work which sees the voices process to their places singing unaccompanied plainsong and, at the end, processing out again to the same chant. These movements can also be accompanied but strictly only if the voices do not process. The final Alleluia can be repeated as many times as necessary to get the singers to and from their destination.
The carols are for three-part children's voices (though, of course they can be sung by female adults as well) and they form a two-part work around a central Interlude for harp which is based on the plainsong from the Procession. Variety is the key word here as all the carols have such individual identities. The forthright Wolcum Yole!, the deliciously lyrical There is no Rose, the swinging Balulalow, the fiery and dramatic This little Babe all contribute to a work which is a feast of discovery throughout. Lovely solos and duos add further colour and the harp part, an inspired choice of accompaniment, enriches, colours and surrounds the voices with its pictorial musical imagery. If anything shows Britten's genius for writing for voices it must be this work.
The challenges here are in creating a real equality between voice parts, fielding a confident pair of soloists, and making the most of the wonderfully colourful poems Britten has chosen to set. Pronunciation is not really an issue, but when I recorded this work with the Finzi Singers I decided to follow the example of Sacred and Profane and use authentic medieval pronunciation for which an expert coach was necessary. It brings an added element of colour to a familiar aural experience.
Duration: 22 minutes
Paul Spicer, Lichfield, 2011
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From the film O Brother, Where Art Thou? this Appalachian-flavored spiritual is unique. Its geniune, heartfelt plea for prayer is moving...creating a “Saturday night revival” mood. All who sing and hear will be touched and inspired!
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