SKU: BT.DHP-1135396-020
9x12 inches. English-Dutch.
This musical fantasy depicts the history of the Dutch fortified town of Elburg. The work begins with an atmospheric medieval picture of the Convent of St Agnes, the nunnery that was built in the first half of the 15th century. We hear the sound of the convent bells together with an upward motif, which will reappear later in the work. Next, the rest of Elburg is featured, including the fortress - from which the bells of the Sint-Nicolaaskerk (Saint Nicholas Church) are ringing. Then, cheerful sounds can be heard at the Vischpoort (Fish Gate), where a dancing group is performing a 16th century French folk dance (a branle des chevaux). We also hear old wagons rumbling over the town’scobble stones. Trade made this Hanseatic town a lively place. The repetitive upward motif first heard in the introduction now develops into a more distinct feature, reflecting the mercantile spirit of the town residents.Then follows the slow middle movement, in which the clock has been turned back to the time when Elburg was still lying on the Zuiderzee (which was a bay of the North Sea), and was struggling with floods. After the second St. Marcellus Flood (1362) and the water flood of 1367 it was decided that the town would be relocated. We now hear the theme of branle des chevaux in a minor key, followed by a death bell sounding in remembrance of the drowned citizens of the former town. Back in our own time, a slow, expressive theme in Baroque style mirrors Elburg’s tranquil places, such as the Feithenhof (Feithen Court) and the Weduwenhofje (Widow Court). Then the bustle returns with motifs from the introduction, followed by an attractive theme in which present-day Elburg is portrayed with its many tourists. Now, suddenly, there is an echo from the past, depicting the dramatic floods and wars that once plagued the town. This leads to the grand closing theme: branle des chevaux is heard for a final time from the perspective of the historic town centre. Deze muzikale fantasie vertelt de geschiedenis van de Nederlandse vestingstad Elburg. Het werk begint met een middeleeuws sfeerbeeld vanuit het Agnietenklooster, het nonnenklooster dat in de eerste helft van de 15e eeuw werd gebouwd. We horen de kloosterklok samen met een opwaarts motief, dat ook later in het werk terugkomt. Vervolgens komt de rest van Elburg aan bod, inclusief de vesting - van waaruit de klokken van de Grote of Sint-Nicolaaskerk weergalmen. Dan klinken bij de Vischpoort de vrolijke geluiden van een dansgroep die daar een 16e-eeuwse Franse volksdans (branle des chevaux) uitvoert. Ook horen we oude karren over de kinderkopjes van de stad denderen. Dehandel maakt deze Hanzestad tot een levendige plaats. Het zich steeds herhalende opwaartse motief uit de inleiding krijgt hier een nadrukkelijker karakter en verbeeldt de handelsgeest van de stedelingen.Dan volgt het langzame middendeel, waarin de klok wordt teruggedraaid naar de tijd dat Elburg nog direct aan de Zuiderzee lag en te kampen had met overstromingen. Na de tweede Sint-Marcellusvloed (1362) en de watervloed van 1367 werd besloten dat de stad verplaatst zou worden. We horen het thema van de branle des chevaux in mineur, gevolgd door een doodsklok, die de verdronken inwoners van de voormalige stad herdenkt. Terug in onze eigen tijd verklankt een langzaam, expressief thema in barokke stijl de verstilde plekken in de stad, zoals het Feithenhof en het Weduwenhofje. Dan keert de levendigheid terug met motieven uit de inleiding, gevolgd door een aansprekend thema waarin het Elburg van nu met zijn vele toeristen doorklinkt. Plotseling is er dan nog even een echo uit het verleden: de dramatiek van de overstromingen en oorlogen die de stad ooit teisterden. Hieruit vloeit het grootse slotthema voort: de branle des chevaux is voor de laatste keer te horen vanuit het perspectief van de historische binnenstad.
SKU: HL.14042377
ISBN 9788759815038. English.
Per Nørgård's Maya Dances (-for her unborn son) for mixed chorus SATB (1979/1992) - English version.
Original Danish text by Ole Sarvig - from the opera Siddharta. English vocal version by Paula Hostrup-Jesse.The two melodies of MAYA DANCES was originally composed for children’s chorus and mixed choir with orchestra, respectively, as part of the opera SIDDHARTA (1974-79). The children’s song (bars 1-27) was later incorporated into the first movement of the choral work WIE EIN KIND for mixed chorus from 1979-80 (printed edition WH 29552). The presentchoral version for SATB from 1992, edited by Ivan Hansen and the composer, is a combination of the two above mentioned songs from the opera. In the opera the children’s singing game describes the sad Queen Maya’s longing for a child. She senses the coming of a new age and is enlivened by dancing a fertility dance for the unborn prince Siddharta. Two themes alternate: the straightforward song of the children, and the comment of Prajapati (Maya’s sister) on Queen Maya’s dance.
SKU: AP.36003S
UPC: 038081420424. English.
Three of the most memorable operatic vocal arias are presented here for young strings. The arias are set in comfortable keys and remain in first position. Your audiences will appreciate hearing these familiar tunes from the world of Italian Grand Opera, which are performable as separate movements or as a small suite. Features La Donna Mobile from Rigoletto, Quando me'n vo (Musetta's Waltz) from La Boheme, and Libiamo ne'lieti calici from La Traviata. Students will be additionally challenged as they work to follow the conductor's rubato interpretations that characterize the style of Musetta's Waltz, and strive to create a wide range of dynamics that are required for the dance-like rollicking flow of the other two waltzes.
SKU: BR.PB-32117
ISBN 9790004215845. 10 x 12.5 inches.
The cantata Schmucket das Fest mit Maien has survived without any information about the time of its composition, its purpose, or its scoring. The librettist is also unknown, although there is a comparatively similar text in the work of the Silesian poet Hans Assmann Freiherr von Abschatz (1646-1699), printed in Leipzig in 1704. Since the copy of the score that serves as the source for this edition was probably written after 1708, and the work is closely related to the cantata Daran erkennen wir (PB 32090), it could have been written during Kuhnau's first years as Thomaskantor from 1701 on.The text set to music provides information about the purpose of the cantata. In the course of the work, the image of the bridegroom and his bride from the Song of Songs is reinterpreted as the sending of the Holy Spirit upon the congregation of Christians. In the first part, passages from the Song of Songs predominate while the second part quotes their symbolic interpretations or treats them in free poetry. In the concluding chorale, a stanza from Philipp Nicolai's Wie schon leuchtet der Morgenstern (How beautifully the morning star shines), the outpouring and the flames are also mentioned, so the purpose to the feast of Pentecost is clear.Another special feature of the cantata is the varied and colorful instrumentation with the scoring of two flutes, two oboes and bassoon in individual movements, in addition to the usual, sometimes divided strings.
SKU: CF.CPS222
ISBN 9781491152485. UPC: 680160909988.
From the call of the open seas to the wistful dance section, this piece will open the imagination of your students and audiences.  Very playable by young bands, the piece features a short opening ostinato that develops into a tone cluster and leads to the ominous sounds of the brass and percussion, which depict the slow lumbering ship on the dangerous, open waters. The piece continues through a more lyrical second section before a dramatic return of the opening material to close out this contest/festival style piece.From the call of the open seas to the wistful dance section, this piece will open the imagination of your students and audiences. Very playable by young bands, the piece features a short opening ostinato that develops into a tone cluster. This leads to the ominous sounds of the brass and percussion, which depict the slow lumbering ship on the dangerous, open waters. After a quickly paced melody in the low register for the clarinets, the piece gives way to an exciting tutti section that features horns and saxes on an answering countermelody.The second section is a dance that starts with low reeds and a flute solo, but develops into a full band Spanish-sounding dance, with melody in many different places. The recap is a reverse of the beginning section and again loosely represents the danger of life on the high seas.The short ostinato that is used at the beginning and in some transitional moments is based on the beginning notes of Irish Tune from County Derry, a favorite of J. C. Sykes, who this piece honors. Mr. Sykes gave a lifetime to teaching music to band students in North Carolina. The first four notes in clarinet 1, the first four in flute 1 and the first four in clarinet 2 make up the first phrase from that beautiful melody. Just something to get students thinking about composition in a new way.
SKU: WD.080689605390
UPC: 080689605390.
SimplyWORD--the popular, best-selling series written with easy, accessible SATB vocal part writing, especially for smaller choirs or choirs with limited rehearsal time--is proud to present the latest release in its seasonal offerings, RISEN INDEED! This fresh, new musical by veteran arranger and orchestrator Steve W. Mauldin incorporates stellar song selection; sensitive, moving narrations; inspiring orchestrations; and powerfully simple vocal arrangements. This blended choir offering is one of the most emotionally and sonically dynamic musicals ever released in this highly-respected choral series from Word Music.Perfect for your Easter celebration, RISEN INDEED is a multi-faceted musical designed with every choir in mind! Created especially for a year when Easter comes so early on the calendar, this 30-minute musical from the SimplyWORD Series will become a favorite with your choir and congregation alike!With everything from its beautiful hymn arrangement of Hallelujah, What a Savior; Hillsong's contemporary anthem for the church, Man of Sorrows; some of your favorite songs penned by Keith and Kristyn Getty; to new songs written especially for this musical, RISEN INDEED is sure to make your next Easter celebration one to remember. Enhance your presentation even further with the use of the movie-quality DVD accompaniment track to set your choir's presentation apart from all the rest!Song Titles: He Lives No More to Die * Come, People of the Risen King * Christ Is Enough * Hallelujah! What a Savior * He Suffered for Our Sins (Underscore) * Man of Sorrows * Christ Is Risen, He Is Risen Indeed.
SKU: FH.WS0
ISBN 978-1-55440-549-7.
Unparalleled in scope, this groundbreaking series for E_Alto and B_Tenor offers a single collection of Repertoire and supporting materials written or arranged specifically for saxophone. With Repertoire spanning from the Baroque to contemporary eras, Recordings, Etudes, Technique, and Orchestral Excerpts, this comprehensive series serves as a balanced and organized pedagogical resource from the beginner to advanced levels of study. Nine progressive volumes of Repertoire expose students to original works and arrangements of diverse styles from W.A. Mozart to Violet Archer, with selected works by notable jazz artist Paul Desmon (Take Five), and living composer Phil Woods. Each level provides opportunities to explore Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and contemporary works, with original, unaccompanied selections from Levels 5 through 8 that use extended techniques such as multiphonics, key clicks, and bisbigliando. Earlier works pre-dating the origin of the saxophone have been carefully arranged with consideration of the unique quality of the instrument. Exposure to these works help to develop musicianship and an understanding of tonality, creating well-rounded and versatile performers. Selections written for both E_Alto and B_Tenor include piano accompaniments that function with both instruments.Eb Saxophone:Rhythmic Repertoire:The Birch Tree - Traditional Russian, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyThe Carman's Whistle - William Byrd, arr. Christine DonkinAlto Affirmation - Eugene RousseauMenuet (Rondeau) - Francois Philidor, arr. Kathleen WoodWhat Is a Day? - Philip Rosseter, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyPolly Wolly Doodle - Traditional American, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyThe Cuckoo - TraditionalDance Time - Paul HarrisLyrical Repertoire:Evening Song - Edwin Franko GoldmanSyrian Love Song (Al Ya Zane) - Traditional Syrian, arr. Judith Pearce and Christopher GunningHuron Carol - 16th-century French, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyAt the Clear Fountain (a la claire fontaine) - Traditional French Canadian, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyTrembling Aspen - Christiaan VenterThe Moon over the Ruined Castle (Kojo no Tsuki) - Rentaro Taki, arr. Mark MrozinskiLullaby (Wiegenlied), op. 49, no. 4 - Johannes Brahms, arr. Forrest KinneyBeautiful Brown Eyes - Alton Delmore and Arthur Smith, arr. Andrew BalentBb Saxophone:Rhythmic Repertoire:The Birch Tree - Traditional Russian, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyThe Carman's Whistle - William Byrd, arr. Christine DonkinMenuet (Rondeau) - Francois Philidor, arr. Kathleen WoodAllemande - Franz Joseph Haydn, arr. Jason NobleLyrical Repertoire:Syrian Love Song (Al Ya Zane) - Traditional Syrian, arr. Judith Pearce and Christopher GunningHuron Carol - 16th-century French, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyBeautiful Brown Eyes - Alton Delmore and Arthur Smith, arr. Andrew BalentAmazing Grace - Traditional American, arr. Forrest KinneyThe Moon over the Ruined Castle (Kojo no Tsuki) - Rentaro Taki, arr. Mark MrozinskiCalm Breezes - Richard JohnstonTo a Wild Rose - Edward MacDowell, arr. Jason Gray.
SKU: CA.5180111
ISBN 9790007225346. Language: Latin.
When Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart returned to Salzburg in January 1779 from his journey to Paris, his luggage contained a single church music work - an unfinished Kyrie in E flat major (KV 296a) together with sketches for the Sanctus and Benedictus (KV 296c). In 2015, at the suggestion of the late Armin Kircher, Johann Simon Kreuzpointner set about compiling a five-movement setting of the mass from this material, also drawing on an unfinished cantata in E flat major (KV 429). For the orchestration and text underlay, Kreuzpointner took his cue from Mozart's church music works. With this edition Kreuzpointner, an experienced church musician and composer, created a convincing and stylistically assured work, which he tried out in several performances. The result is a concise setting of the mass, good to sing, which does not present any great difficulties for soloists, chorus, or orchestra. The title Missa brevissima does not come from Mozart, but was chosen because of the brevity of the mass setting with its missing Credo. It also underlines the special status of this setting of the mass. Score and part available separately - see item CA.5180100.
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