SKU: HL.35027080

UPC: 884088468361. 5x5 inches.

Uses: General, Pentecost

Scripture: Psalm 134; Matthew 24:26

For choirs seeking a challenge, this anthem offers scope and power. Thick divided chords offer a sonorous depth to the timbre of the anthem, and the mixed meter characteristics of the rhythmic writing delivers a festive energy worthy of the finest ensembles. The final section springs forth with a rustic abandon concluding with antiphonal pyrotechnics that takes the anthem to dizzying heights!

SKU: GI.G-10314

ISBN 7851471031413. English, Latin. Text Source: Antiphons tr. Charles Thatcher, verses, The Grail, 1963.

Entrance Antiphons for the Church Year contains thirty antiphon texts from the Graduale Simplex, translated from Latin and set to newly composed music. The psalm verses appointed for these antiphons are taken from the Grail translation (1963). As with the Responsorial Psalm of the Mass, the assembly sings the antiphon after its intonation by the cantor/choir, repeating it after each verse of the psalm. The number of psalm verses which are sung may vary according to need. The singing of the doxology, Glory to the Father, while recommended, is optional. In several cases (e.g., Christmas and Easter), the assembly sings a refrain—a simple acclamation in Latin—and the actual antiphon text is sung by the cantor/choir. The antiphon functions as a first and final verse. It is thought that liturgical singing in the early Church consisted in part of such short acclamatory phrases. Many of the antiphons in this collection are proper to a specific Sunday, solemnity, or feast. The rest are seasonal in nature and, like the common Responsorial Psalms of the Lectionary, may be chosen according to what seems best for the occasion. The antiphons of Christmas Day and Easter Sunday could be used at daily Masses during their octaves. Notations in the scores of some antiphons suggest alternate occasions when they are appropriate. Regarding performance, these compositions were conceived with flexibility in mind. Assembly participation and instrumental accompaniment are assumed. SATB choral singing is effective, but not necessary. Discrete use of descants where provided can lend an air of festivity. Psalm verses might be sung by an entire choir, by a small group or cantor, or a combination of both.

SKU: GI.G-005322

Scripture: Psalm 1, Matthew 4, Psalm 91, Matthew 17, Psalm 45, John 4, Isaiah 12, Psalm 84, John 9, Psalm 27, Psalm 122, Luke 15, Psalm 32, John 11, Psalm 130, John 12, Psalm 17, John 8, Psalm 32, Matthew 26, Psalm 22.

SKU: CA.2002514

ISBN 9790007192761. Key: E phrygian. Language: German/English.

Score available separately - see item CA.2002500.

SKU: CA.2002509

ISBN 9790007033408. Key: E phrygian. Language: German/English.

Score available separately - see item CA.2002500.

SKU: CA.2002516

ISBN 9790007192785. Key: E phrygian. Language: German/English.

Score available separately - see item CA.2002500.

SKU: CA.2002512

ISBN 9790007192747. Key: E phrygian. Language: German/English.

Score available separately - see item CA.2002500.

SKU: CA.2002505

ISBN 9790007033392. Key: E phrygian. Language: German/English.

Score available separately - see item CA.2002500.

SKU: GI.G-005326

Scripture: 1 Cor 5, Psalm 118, John 20, Luke 24, Psalm 96, John 21, Psalm 34, Psalm 23, John 15, Psalm 80, John 14, Psalm 122, Hebrews 10, Psalm 78, Matthew 28, John 17, John 7, Psalm 104, Acts 2, Psalm 68.