Now available in this SATB voicing, here is a new twist on the traditional English carol. The vocal writing is light and rhythmic, and will surprise your listeners. A piano part is offered as an accompaniment, but this arrangement works just as well when sung a cappella. Optional hand claps and patschen parts make this a special piece within your winter concert.
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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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“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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Richly expressive, an old poem is treated with deep, lush harmonies and becomes a moving closer for concerts or festivals. Written with an ear to the a cappella glee club tradition, the incorporation of Dvorák's “Goin' Home” connects to the heart of the audience and wraps them in the warm embrace of beautiful sound.
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If harp is not available, the accompaniment can be played by piano.
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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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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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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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This Russian folksong arranged nicely for unison voices, recorder (or flute) and piano. Duration: ca. 1:30.
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Also available in Unison (48004940), SA (48003497), SSA (48003498) or TTBB (48003500).
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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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