SKU: AP.48857
UPC: 038081561813. English. Douglas E. Wagner.
You may have studied this beloved Schubert art song in voice lessons, and now you can share it with developing choirs in a well-constructed, approachable arrangement. The choice of key fits comfortably within range and the Romantic era harmonies are easy to hear. Whether there are two or four hands at the piano, listeners will be hooked by the rippling water and leaping fish in the playful accompaniment. Concerned about the German words? A rhyming English translation provides a charming option. Listen to Fischer-Dieskau's iconic recording as an introduction to the piece or an extension of learning.
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The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: AP.49001
UPC: 038081563251. English. Words by Walt Whitman.
Captivate your audience and adjudicators with this masterful work for three-part mixed and treble groups. Grand, awe-inspiring music and a compelling Walt Whitman text make for an impressive festival selection, worthy of the rehearsal time. A sturdy piano accompaniment anchors the kind of classic choral singing that will foster a new level of excellence. Destined to become a staple of choral repertoire. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.40049
UPC: 038081447049. English.
Take a winding journey down the river, riding on the buoyant notes of the flowing piano part. This uplifting nature-inspired choral will move choirs to sound their very best. Equally delightful to sing and hear.
SKU: AP.45698
UPC: 038081514376. English. Katherine Lee Bates.
A patriotic fantasy for choir and band, this soaring rendition of America, the Beautiful is a crowning jewel for choral or combined concerts. Sturdy and proud, it features many unison and two-part vocal passages with band-friendly keys to ensure good balance between the voices and instruments. Don't have a band? Perform with the stunning SoundTrax CD or the well-crafted piano reduction.
SKU: AP.50211
UPC: 038081573816. English.
This, the first of Handel's four Coronation Anthems, has been a cherished part of crowning British royalty from George II in 1727 to the current sovereign, Charles III. Commemorate the grand occasion with this condensed version of the majestic Baroque masterwork. Available in three fresh editions designed with student choirs in mind. Perform with the accessible piano reduction, or combine with your school orchestra (strings, brass, and timpani) for a regal fanfare.
SKU: BP.1129
With quotes from the beloved Christmas hymn, The First Noel, this SAB piece by Douglas Wagner breathes new life into this familar text.
SKU: LO.15-3565H
ISBN 9780787760977.
This easy adaptation of a familiar William Boyce canon is complete with easy-to-sing melodic lines, comfortable ranges, and a supportive and interesting piano part. A perfect introduction to singing independent vocal lines and a natural for teaching with solfege, this gem will bring out a mature sound in any size ensemble.
SKU: AP.43226
UPC: 038081487687. English. Traditional French Carols; words adapted by Charlotte Lee.
Bring an international flair to your holiday program with this joyous medley of four French carols. An IPA pronunciation guide is included for the few foreign words, and a festive concert band accompaniment allows the whole music department to participate.
SKU: LO.15-3666H
ISBN 9780787765620.
Beyond the silver mountains, beyond the beautiful hills, my spirit and joy, my lovely one, has gone, and winds have been stilled. Douglas Wagner wrote this tender song of parting shortly after his mother's passing. Scored especially for smaller mixed ensembles, careful attention has been made to the voice leading in all parts. Teachable moments of phrasing, breath support, and tall vowels make this a strong selection for developing choirs.
SKU: LO.15-3913H
ISBN 9780787776381.
This well-known melody by French composer Gabriel Fauré from Pavane, op. 50 has been adapted for SATB chorus with new words from Douglas E. Wagner. A perfect selection for winter concerts, this piece creates opportunities study Fauré and to compare and contrast this setting with the original Fauré composition.
SKU: LO.15-4029H
ISBN 9780787778668.
Written by Henry Harington in the 18th century, Douglas E. Wagner's setting of Love and Music highlights the lilting character of the early Classical period. The bright and happy qualities of the work along with a flute proclaim the words How great is the pleasure, how sweet the delight, when love and music together unite..
SKU: LO.15-4032H
ISBN 9780787778781.
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