Dedicated to the memory of Jester Hairston, this original spiritual by Moses Hogan is a reverent prayer of hope. For a cappella mixed voices, its quiet but dramatic rubato style is powerfully moving. Performance Time: Approx. 2:25.
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List: $2.35
Made popular by Billy Graham's evangelistic movement, this tune was written by George Beverly Shea after reading the lyrics left by his mother on his piano. This medium easy arrangement will please the crowd.
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It is always refreshing and grounding to sing a Handel anthem. This “Alleluia” from the oratorio Deborah was first used by Handel in the Coronation Anthem No. 3, “Let Thy Hand Be Strengthened.” Robert Sieving has arranged the piece for SAATB choir and organ. Energetic and majestic aptly describe this worthy anthem for both church and school.
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This Lenny Smith tune has become one of the most popular praise songs of all time. Who better than Lloyd Larson to set it for SATB voices? A classic praise song and a classy writer have joined forces and bring this beloved chorus to the choir loft. What a beautiful way to link genres and enable all of God's children to worship together.
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The beloved Guatemalan folk song is beautifully set in this simple arrangement. Easily learned, it will make a great introduction to music of other cultures. Arranged for 2-part and piano. Performance time approx. 2:00.
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for soprano, tenor and baritone solos, chorus, orchestra, chamber orchestra, boys' choir and organ
Scoring: 3 (3=picc), 2, ca, 3 (III=cl in Eb and bass cl), 2, dbl bn; 6, 4, 3, 1; timps, 4 perc (2 sd, td, bd, tamb, trgl, cymb, castanets, whip, Chinese blocks, gong, bells in C and F#, vibr, antique cymbals in C and F#); piano, grand org (ad lib); strings.Chamber orch: fl (=picc), ob (=ca), cl, bn; hn; perc (timp, sd, bd, cymb, gong); harp, string quintet (2 vl, vla, vc, db)Chamber organ (or harmonium) to accompany boys' choir
Text: Missa pro defunctis and Wilfred Owen
Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes
Difficulty level: 5
In many ways this magnum opus, one of the 20th century's defining works, was also Britten's defining moment. For a long time Britten had felt that the gap in his output was a major choral/orchestral work. When Coventry mounted an Arts Festival to celebrate the dedication of its new cathedral in 1962 Britten was an obvious choice to ask for a major work. This, for Britten, was the opportunity for which he had been waiting. As a lifelong, passionate pacifist it was his opportunity to write a work which reminded its audience of the reason for the building of this new cathedral, but also, and far more importantly, to demonstrate in the most powerful way possible the horror, devastation, futility and utter waste of war.
His inspired idea was to mix the words of the Missa pro defunctis (Mass for the Dead) in Latin with the poems of one of the greatest of the First of the spirit War poets, Wilfred Owen. He uses nine of Owen's poems which form a kind of song cycle which weaves in and out of the formal sections of the Latin Mass.
When Britten's recording was released the following year it sold 200,000 copies within the first five months which was almost unheard of for a classical work, and possibly unique for a large-scale contemporary one. This was the moment of destiny for which Britten had been preparing all his adult life. The peace movements of the 1960s, the Cuban missile crisis, nuclear testing, anti-nuclear protests, the war-weariness of the seemingly endless conflict in Vietnam, all these things contributed to the public's readiness to hear this message which Britten so powerfully addressed.
Duration: 85 minutes
Paul Spicer, Lichfield, 2011
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List: $38.00
Festive and celebrative, this creative pairing will fill your sanctuary with the sound of praise! From the opening chords to the final exciting chorus, this appealing arrangement will lift you up.Available separately: SATB, SAB and SSA. Instrumental ePak available. Instrumentation: Flute 1, 2; Oboe; Bb Clarinet 1, 2; F Horn 1, 2, 3; Harp/Synthesizer; Timpani/Mallet; Drums; Violin 1, 2; Viola, Cello and String Bass. ChoirTrax CD also available. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40
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List: $1.70
Drawing inspiration from the Israel Kamakawiwo'ole version of this mashup, here is an arrangement of two of the most beautiful songs of all time. Songs of hope come together in this arrangement and create a positive atmosphere in your rehearsal space and your concert program.
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A multicultural find! This original, a cappella melody by John Parker uses a Swahili text. Its rhythmic instrumentation adds to this wonderful setting of the lyric. It's easy to learn and a great way to introduce your young singers to unaccompanied singing.
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Uses: General, Pentecost
Scripture: Joshua 1:9; Ephesians 4:14
Walls of sound announce with confidence and power the glorious character of the Almighty as this festive anthem unfolds. An original tune rich with vitality and punctuated with exciting mixed meter moments forms the main theme. The anthem is crowned with a moment incorporating congregation as all join in singing the traditional hymn with a soaring descant. Awesome! Score and Parts (tpt 1-2, tbn 1-2, timp) available as a digital download. Part for Handbells (3 oct.) also available as a digital download.
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List: $2.25
Uses: Christmas, Concert, Youth Choir
Scripture: Luke 2:9-14, Isaiah 7:14, I Peter 1:19, John 1:29
The “world music” feel of this piece is truly unique and brings a special quality into the sanctuary. The angelic call to the shepherds is the foundation for the text and the call and response format makes for easy learning and builds intensity throughout the anthem. Add flute and percussion for an outstanding concert moment. Brilliant!
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List: $2.50
Now available for SAB and SSA, this traditional French Advent carol tells of the Lord's coming with excited anticipation, and John Leavitt's artful setting for choir and piano or chamber orchestra is a gem! Score and parts (fl/pic, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
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List: $2.15
