Over 50 of the finest examples of sacred choral music from continental Europe from the sixteenth to twentieth centuries. John Rutter has prepared completely new editions of all the pre-twentieth-century items going back to the earliest and most reliable manuscript or printed sources. English singing translations are provided for most pieces and playable keyboard reductions. Orchestrations are available for hire for the eight accompanied items and some pieces are available separately in the Oxford Choral Classics Octavo series.

From the composer of “The Awakening” comes an anthem that will become a stunning success for your choral group. Scintillating keyboard writing coupled with a virtuosic approach to the choral composing make for anunforgettable combination. A driving mixed meter opening theme jumps off the page while a contrasting middle section makes use of a vocal duet for added variety and contrast. With brass and percussion this is an excellent choicefor program finales. Dynamic!

The a cappella classics 'Christus Factus Est' and 'Locus Iste' are central to this collection featuring the best of Bruckner's outstanding output for unaccompanied choir. These pieces are among the most enduring choral masterworks of the 19th century. Simon Halsey's performing edition includes an informative introduction keyboard reductions for rehearsal and English translations of the Latin texts for reference.

The People of Israel Shall Keep the Sabbath-Transcontinental celebrates perhaps the biggest and most influential figure in Jewish music since 1971 with this choral adaptation of one of her most famous pieces. Comisar's setting is extremely moving making seamless transitions between emotive delicateness and power. This should be the hit of the year for synagogue choirs. For cantor or solo and SATB with keyboard.

The 'Petite Messe solennelle? is the finest work of Rossini's late years. He composed it between 1863 and 1864 at the age of 71 as a commission for Countess Louise Pillet -Will for the consecration of her private chapel, where the work received its first performance in March 1864. Together with the 'Stabat mater?, the mass is one of the composer's mostimportant sacred works.The unusual instrumentation with two pianos and harmonium is entirely in keeping with the Neapolitan keyboard tradition of the 18th century which was cultivated in France in Rossini's day. It forms a distinct contrast to the style of large-scale sacred compositions as written by, for example, Liszt and Bruckner. Rossini explained that he wrote the later orchestral version of the work dating from 1867 out of concern that if he did not do this, other composers might orchestrate the mass too heavily in later arrangements.- Choral score based on the Urtext of the series 'Works of Gioachino Rossini?- Supplements the already existing material available to this work / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Peace-Choral directors nationwide have been clamoring for quite some time for this moving epic poignantly co-penned by the legendary Bonia Shur and his wife Fanchon with additional text by Reb Nachman. This piece is worth performing for its lyrics alone but its powerful setting gives chills as well. The piece alternates between English and Hebrew. For SATB choir with keyboard accompaniment.

This up-tempo song is sure to get the attention of any contemporary audience. Works well for any sized choir or praise team. Medium in difficulty with some rhythmic passages your congregation will want to sing along with yourgroup. Available separately: SATB Orchestration (fl 1 2 ob cl 1 2 tpt 1 2 3 hn 1 2 [=asx] tbn 1 2 [=tsx] tbn 3 perc hp rhythm vn 1 vn 2 va vc b [=bcl =bn] keyboard string reduction) CD Accompaniment Trax.Duration: ca. 3:50.

This beautiful setting for the average choir may be used throughout the year but is especially appropriate for Holy Week. Available separately: SATB Orchestration (fl 1 2 ob cl 1 2 tpt 1 2 3 hn 1 2 [=asx] tbn 1 2[=tsx/bar] tbn 3/tba timp perc hp rhythm vn 1 vn 2 va [=cl 3] vc [=bn] b keyboard string reduction) CD Accompaniment Trax. Duration: ca. 5:35.

Dale Warland Choral Series-Winner of the 2007 VocalEssence Carol Competition this flowing setting of a 16th century anonymous text features the shimmering sounds of a Celesta as it echoes and comments upon the vocal phrases creating a magical andmysterious atmosphere. It may also be performed with Piano or other Keyboard instrument. Duration: ca. 3:55.

The spirit of Palm Sunday is captured in this festive anthem from David Davenport and Stan Pethel. Waving palms and cheering crowds are portrayed through a sturdy keyboard part and confident choral writing. Consider addingtambourine and hand drums to this easily learned 6/8 song to add an even more spirited effect to this triumphal march. Enter He Triumphantly is brief enough to be used as an introit or call to worship. Unique!

C. Harry Causey has set Cesar Franck's Panis Angelicus with an exquisite keyboard part and a complementary choral arrangement. Along with the traditional text in English is an optional Christmas text.

This is the entry selected for the Fred Bock Classic Series for 2003. Fred's setting of this American favorite is outstanding. His tasteful harmonies melodic choral lines and inventive keyboard part are flowing again - calling usto gather round and sing it one more time.

Uses: General music appreciation LentScripture: Psalm 139 23-24 Isaiah 49: 14-16 Romans 5:2 Titus 2:11This new original composition from the prolific pen of Joseph Martin is full of choral wordpainting and colorful keyboard adornments. After a quote from Amazing Grace this sensitive piece goes through many of the voices of creation and how they give praise and testimony to God. It then pleads to the Father toteach us the music of grace.

Based on the hymn tune Dix this concertato is set for mixed choir with keyboard optional handbells and violin. Opening in unison for all voices additional verses include a variety of choral textures with a rich accompaniment and decorative violin obbligato. Great for Thanksgiving earth day or general use.

This piece is a joyous and exuberant chorus from Antonio Vivaldi's Domine ad adjuvandum me festina a polychoral motet based on Psalm 69. Originally scored for two choirs this edition by Patrick Liebergen is a shortenedversion of the first of three movements with a keyboard reduction of the full orchestral score and an optional trumpet part provided as the accompaniment. Outstanding choral masterwork.