Choral SSA Choir and Piano

SKU: CF.CM9716

Day of Wrath. Composed by David (D) Smith. 12 pages. Duration 0:01:57. Carl Fischer Music #CM9716. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9716).

ISBN 9781491160954. UPC: 680160919550. Key: D minor. Latin. Early Latin Text.

This text is taken from the Dies Irae Sequence from the Requiem Mass. It is a contemplation of the arrival of judgment day. The A-sections, mm. 1-29 & mm. 43-end, are a manic depiction of the fierce wrath of judgment day. They should be sung with fire, crisp consonants while always enunciating the accents in order to realize the full effect of this powerful text. The entire demeanor of the tone and facial expressions should change for the B-section, mm. 30-42 as it is a plea for mercy. The audience should realize the change in this contrasting section. Translation Dies irae, dies illa: Day of wrath, that day Solvet saeclum in favilla: shall dissolve the world into embers Teste David cum Sibylla: As David prophesied with the Sibyl. Voca me cum benedictis :Call me to be with the blessed. Salva me fons pietatis : Save me, fount of pity. The Sibyl is a reference from a Greek word, which means Prophetess. In this context, the word appears in plural, referring to many prophetesses. David, or King David, has long been considered prophetic among biblical scholars. About the Arranger D. Farrell Smith is the Director of Choirs at Hilldale Middle School, and Hilldale High School in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He holds a B.A. in Music Education and the M.A. in Theological Studies. Currently the Minister of Music at Eastern Heights Baptist Church, he has been a Music educator and Minister for 20 years. Mr. Smith studied with Dr. Gary Foster and Dr. Donald Studebaker and has performed under such notables as R. Evan Copley, Daniel Pinkham, Lloyd Pfautsch, and Bev Henson.
This text is taken from the Dies Irae Sequence from the Requiem Mass. It is a contemplation of the arrival of judgment day. The A-sections, mm. 1-29 & mm. 43-end, are a manic depiction of the fierce wrath of judgment day. They should be sung with fire, crisp consonants while always enunciating the accents in order to realize the full effect of this powerful text. The entire demeanor of the tone and facial expressions should change for the B-section, mm. 30-42 as it is a plea for mercy. The audience should realize the change in this contrasting section.TranslationDies irae, dies illa: Day of wrath, that daySolvet saeclum in favilla: shall dissolve the world into embersTeste David cum Sibylla: As David prophesied with the Sibyl.Voca me cum benedictis :Call me to be with the blessed.Salva me fons pietatis : Save me, fount of pity.The “Sibyl” is a reference from a Greek word, which means Prophetess. In this context, the word appears in plural, referring to many prophetesses. David, or King David, has long been considered prophetic among biblical scholars.About the ArrangerD. Farrell Smith is the Director of Choirs at Hilldale Middle School,  and Hilldale High School in Muskogee, Oklahoma.   He holds a B.A. in Music Education and the M.A. in Theological Studies. Currently the  Minister of Music at Eastern Heights Baptist Church, he has been a Music educator and Minister for 20 years. Mr. Smith studied with Dr. Gary Foster and Dr. Donald Studebaker and has performed under such notables as R. Evan Copley, Daniel Pinkham, Lloyd Pfautsch, and Bev Henson.

SSAATTBB chorus and piano - Medium-difficult / medium acc.

SKU: JK.01299

Composed by Richard W. Smith. Choral SATB, Difficulty Medium, Difficulty Medium Hard, Piano Choir, Seasonal Music Easter, Easter, Jesus Christ - Savior, Resurrection. Christian, Inspirational. Duration 5:00. Jackman Music Corporation #01299. Published by Jackman Music Corporation (JK.01299).

Mark 16:6-7, Mosiah 16:7-9.

Arranged for mixed chorus (SSAATTBB) and piano, from Richard Smith's Women of the Bible.
This setting begins with the women visiting the tomb to anoint the Savior with oil and spices. They find the tomb empty and an angel there. Later, Mary sees the Christ and realizes He has risen.
Composer: Richard W. Smith
Lyricist: Barbara Tanner
Difficulty: Medium-difficult / medium acc.
Performance time: 5:00
Reference: Mark 16:6-7, Mosiah 16:7-9.

Organ: 3-staff - Intermediate

SKU: LO.70-2116S

Composed by Carl Smith. Sacred, Concert, General. Sacred Music Press #70/2116S. Published by Sacred Music Press (LO.70-2116S).

ISBN 9780787761233.

Carl Smith's experience as a musicologist and performer specializing in early keyboard literature combines with inspiration from Italy's art and culture to form a collection of short organ pieces that are suitable for small and large organs. Two works are based on hymns from the Advent and Christmas seasons (Conditor alme siderum and Silent Night). The others are original pieces of varied character suitable as service voluntaries or recital selections.

By Harold W. Rusch. Intermediate Method. Size 9x12 inches. 44 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Keyboard/vocal/chords songbook for voice and keyboard. With lyrics, chord names, big note notation and registration guide. Series: Hal Leonard E-Z Play Today. 488 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

By Harold W. Rusch. Intermediate Method. Size 9x12 inches. 44 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

By Harold W. Rusch. Intermediate Method. Size 9x12 inches. 44 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Piano and keyboard - Beginning; Intermediate; Advanced

SKU: MB.30651

Composed by Gail Smith. Saddle-stitched, Technique, Theory and Reference, Classical. Made Easy. Style. Book. 36 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #30651. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.30651).

ISBN 9781513460819. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

This book provides the pianist with an amazing assortment of easy, essential exercises. Players of all experience levels can utilize this method; beginners will learn to play music through creative exercises, while advanced pianists can add new exercises to their routines. With this book, you will be able to practice scales and chords without the usual monotony.

The exercises focus on three 5-note palindrome patterns (which sound the same forwards and backwards) and are excellent for sight reading. Correct fingering is the key to playing piano with dexterity—this book provides all 120 ways these 5-note patterns can be played, giving you the ability to utilize all ten fingers efficiently across 88 keys.

By Appleby & Fowler. For Unison Song Book Melody Edition. Published by Oxford University Press.