Psalm 71:5-9 14-24 Psalm 92:14 Proverb 16:31 Ecclesiastes 9:10 12:1-7 Isaiah 46:3-4-There are times in life that bring unavoidable circumstances and our limited understanding must be directed to God. Mary Louise Bringle wrote this emotional text for a friend who was dealing with her mother’sAlzheimer&r squo;s disease and the frailty that mortal bodies suffer. Set to the tune FINLANDIA this sensitive arrangement provides comfort to those who care for loved ones in these situations. The anthem builds to a hopefulconclusion and climax proclaiming “All joys remain unshadowed light pervading. No valued deed will ever be undone.” (Psalm 71:5-9 14-24 Psalm 92:14 Proverb 16:31 Ecclesiastes 9:10 12:1-7 Isaiah 46:3-4 Luke2:25-38 I Corinthians 15:58 Galatians 5:22-23 Rvelation 14:13)

En Saga Op.9 is a tone poem for orchestra and is one of the composer's earliest orchestral works filled with youthful dynamism and energy. It is also highly atmospheric clearly evocative of the composer's beloved Finland – its people proud history countryside and landscapes. The title translates as the Swedish (rather than Finnish) for A Fairy Tale suggesting a programmatic work but despite there seeming to be a 'story' present the composer never identified any specific extra-musical inspiration.The work was originally composed in 1892 but not to great success. However the composer later revised the work in 1902 shortly afterhaving composed the Symphony No.2 when it received the acclaim it deserved.Available here is a study score of Sibelius' tone poem En Saga Op.9 which is ideal for study and perusal usage.

Composed in 1917 Tanz-Idylle is part five of a set of six pieces for Violin and Piano by Sibelius. A delightful pastoral dance that presents a fascinating melodic challenge to the accomplished Violin player. The piece includes a separate Violin part and Piano score.