SKU: SU.80101452
Two Contrasts (2018) is dedicated to Timothy Miller. The two movements (which may be performed together or separately) form contrasts to each other in a number of musical ways. However, in addition to the differences, there are also connections of motivic material that link the two movements together. Sharagan refers to a style of monodic hymn in the Armenian Orthodox Church. Madrigal alternates between declamatory, expressive music and buoyant, dance-like music. Instrumentation: Organ Duration: 8' Composed: 2018 Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: SU.80101410
Fantasy-Variations on Two Themes (2017) for organ was written for Heinrich Christensen in celebration of his significant 2017 birthday. The musical material for the work comprises two different themes. The first is a short melody by the Danish composer Carl Nielsen (1865-1931). (It was a sketch originally intended for inclusion in, but ultimately left out of, Nielsen's late organ work 29 Little Preludes.) This theme represents Heinrich's native Denmark. The second theme is the American folk-gospel hymn Angel Band. This theme represents Heinrich's adopted American homeland. It serves also as a remembrance of our dear mutual friend Harry Lyn Huff (1952-2016), for whom the tune was a particular favorite. Both these themes are developed freely in a set of alternating fantasy-variations. The opening variation begins with a dramatic pedal solo before quoting both themes. The second variation is a lyric setting based on the Nielsen melody. The third is a jubilant hornpipe on Angel Band. The fourth is an aria on a transformation of the Nielsen melody. The fifth is a gigue-toccata on Angel Band. The sixth is an atmospheric contemplation: lush chords in the manuals move slowly and hint at Angel Band while the Nielsen melody is heard for the first time in its complete original form on a high pedal stop. The seventh and final variation begins with a brief evocation of the harmonies of the late Daniel Pinkham (a mentor to both Heinrich and me) before going on to return dramatically and jubilantly to the opening music, bringing together both themes again in a bold conclusion. Instrumentation: Organ Duration: 15' Composed: 2017 Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: SU.80101413
Two Mantras (2017) are dedicated to Felix Brauer. A mantra is a repeated word or phrase, often chanted or sung in the manner of a prayer. These two organ pieces explore the concept musically, each extensively employing repeated patterns: both direct repetition and repetition with small variation. Meditation (In paradisum) is very quiet and extremely serene. Floating harmonies in the hands gradually shift while a slow line in the pedal slowly descends. Postludium (Deo gratias) sets up a perpetual motion toccata through which the harmonies change and are repeated. Instrumentation: Organ Duration: 10' Composed: 2017 Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: AY.FRD129
ISBN 9790302118121.
Paul J. Sifler, born in Ljubljana, Slovenia, immigrated to the United States at the age of 11, and following his studies at the Chicago Conservatory of Music, led a long and prolific career as a composer and organist. Two Fancies for Organ Pedals consists of two selections: Cortège and Chorale with Birds.
SKU: HL.14010399
ISBN 9780853607915. 9.0x12.0x0.19 inches.
An anthology from four centuries in ten volumes. Edited by Robin Langley.
SKU: AP.12-0571507719
ISBN 9780571507719. English.
The Faber Early Organ Series is among the most comprehensive anthologies of early organ music ever published. In 18 volumes it spans two centuries and six geographical regions, presenting a broad and balanced view of the main forms, styles and composers. Within each geographical region the pieces, most of which are for manuals only, are arranged by date of composition or publication. The presentation is both scholarly and practical; all of the music has been newly edited from the earliest surviving sources according to a systematic editorial method that preserves as many features of the original notation as possible while making it fully accessible to modern players. In every volume, an informative Introduction sets the music in historical context. There are also helpful sections on Ornamentation and Registration, and a Critical Commentary giving detailed information on the sources.
SKU: SU.80101384
Two Fantasias (2016) are contrasting pieces that develop some of the same musical material in different guises. They are dedicated to Raimund Schacher. Fantasia solenne explores an atmosphere throughout that is bittersweet: warm and sad. Fantasia pro organo pleno is majestic and energetic music for the organ's full chorus. Instrumentation: Organ Duration: 12' Composed: 2016 Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: SU.80101470
Two Folk Songs (2011) are settings of traditional American folk songs, primarily associated with Appalachia. In keeping with the nature of the source material (and how it is performed in folk contexts), the settings are very straightforward. Every Night, When the Sun Goes Down is song with lyrics that focus on the transcendent peace that comes from faith, overcoming sorrow and death. Sourwood Mountain is a jubilant song with a nonsense refrain (hey-ho diddle-um day). The organ setting evokes the spirit of the banjo. As often happens in a traditional folk band, the melody is elaborated in a more virtuosic fashion on each repetition. Instrumentation: Organ Duration: 6' Composed: 2011 Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: SU.80101496
Two meditative and atmospheric works for organ inspired by psalm verses: Psalm 4 (Evening Prayer) and Psalm 62.Organ Duration: 8'30 Composed: 2017/18 Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: SU.80101250
This volume contains two short organ works: Pray without ceasing was composed in memory of composer Daniel Pinkham. Epithalamium is a piece with a gentle processional character; originally composed for a wedding, it can be used in nearly any service context Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: SU.80101437
Night Sky Hymn (2018) and Day Sky Hymn (2018) can be played together or separately and form two musical skyscapes. An Oasis Remembered was written in memory of the Australian composer Robert Allworth (1943-2017). Instrumentation: Organ Duration: 2017/18 Composed: 10' Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: HL.14015352
8.25x11.75x0.071 inches.
This chromatic work for organ, invoking the atmosphere of a French Cathedral, was written while Honegger was still a pupil of Widor.
SKU: SU.80101228
These two processionals are in a festive trumpet tune style. Useful for service playing and ceremonial occasions. 16 pages Published by: Zimbel Press.
SKU: MN.10-218
UPC: 688670102189.
Two creative renditions of favorite carols. “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear†combines the carol with the familiar “O Thou that tellest good tidings to Zion†from “Messiah.†“We Five Kings†is written in a jazzy 5/4 meter that gives the Kings quite an entrance.
SKU: GI.G-003083
These two regal pieces both feature the organ's trumpet (Tuba in Latin) stop. Donald Stuart Wright's Gigue was written for his son who loved to march around the room to music. The sprightly and engaging tune will have everyone's toes tapping! Dennis Northway's Nuptial Procession will be a great addition to the wedding repertoire, and is also a superbly-crafted piece to add to your Sunday postlude selections.
SKU: HL.14035526
SKU: FG.55009-825-1
ISBN 979-0-55009-825-1.
Fantasy on two chorales in the 1701 Hymnal.
