O Radix Jesse by Polish composer Pawe ukaszewski is arranged here for unaccompanied SSAA Chorus with divisions. Pawe ukaszewski is part of a younger generation of Polishcomposers who specialise in sacred and choral music. After studying composition and receiving two Ph.Ds ? ukaszewski's work has been performed throughout Europe and the rest of the world. Thiscomposition ?O Radix Jesse is a setting of the Magnificant antiphons used in Christian advent and Catholic Mass.? The haunting harmonies created by the unaccompanied chorus inthis composition are sure to remain with audiences for a long time having been intricately crafted by this master of spiritual music. Please note that the lyrics are inLatin. David Lindley in the September 2015 issue of the Organists' Review writes that? ukaszewski's music 'is often compared to that of Górecki Pärt and John Tavener and this piece manifests thefamily resemblance.'

Five choral songs. Par SCHONHERR CHRISTOPH. Since his earliest childhood, Christoph Schönherr has been fascinated by all things nautical. His cycle Von Schiffen, Meer und Wind (Of Ships, Sea and Wind) brings together verses by different poets that explore the sea in its various guises. The work's selected poems describe the vast ocean that can fill us with a deep sense of tranquility, but can also bring mortal danger with its storms and destructive waves. Boats, and especially sailing ships, are often associated with freedom, a sense of weightlessness, and security. But if we are caught in a storm at sea, we suddenly find ourselves at the mercy of nature. We are made painfully aware of our own insignificance in the greater scheme of things.According to the composer and passionate sailor: ?In the five choral songs I attempt to characterize the atmosphere of the texts and the emotions they contain. My experiences at sea, for example in storms or when simply contemplating the motionless water, guided me in my search for a suitable means of musical expression.? / Date parution : 2023-06-01/ Répertoire / SSAA

Sarah Quartel's Snow Angel for SSAA solo Cello Djembe and Piano. Already a firm favourite with choirs across the world Snow Angel is an evocative five-movement choral work that explores themes of love rebirth and beauty through the eyes of children and the heavenly army of angels that watch over them yearning to make a difference to their lives. The work may be performed with narration in which three angels present their perspectives on their earthly charges. Sarah Quartel weaves a haunting and poignant Cello line throughout the work and a vibrant part for Djembe in movement four 'Sweet child' carriesthe listener from the ethereal and mystical realm the work predominantly inhabits into an emphatic anthem with a distinctly African feel. The musical language is emotive and pictorial allowing performers to play an active role in the storytelling. Snow Angel is also available in a version for SATB.

Joni Jensen Choral Series-As the inscription on the statue that greets you as you enter Texas Woman's University this message is powerful and empowering. The primary octavo is for SSAA choir piano and percussion but there is an alternate full score and parts for string quartet and percussion. Singing of making a path in a pathless wilderness and pressing forward with unswerving courage this song addresses the strength of women and their ability to conquer adversity in ways that only they can.

Designed to showcase that special soloist in your choir this spiritual gets an upbeat a cappella treatment that allows for an optional audience sing- or snap-along. For SSAA a cappella this traditional piece has been beautifully arranged by Kirby Shaw.Also available for SATB a cappella - Catalogue No.: HL08666112

Medley-Here is a tapestry of carols that you will perform again and again! Opening brightly with a mixed meter choral fanfare it then moves into a smooth and unhurried verse and chorus of “Angels We Have Heard on High ”followed by “Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming” and culminating with a joyful “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.” It can be performed with piano or a cappella making it especially useful for community performances.Available separately: SATB SSAA. Duration: ca. 3:20.

Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Written for the Paideia Women's Chorus from the Paideia School in Atlanta Craig Hella Johnson sets the words of the poet-mystic Dorothy Walters. With four movements incorporating a variety ofmusical styles including a 3rd movement that uses aleatoric techniques for singers and pianist this is stunning and sophisticated set for a good high school or college women's chorus.

TaReKiTa. for SSAA unaccompanied TaReKiTa is a refreshing concert piece that effortlessly fuses the Hindustani (North Indian) and Western classical music styles. The composer's scats are combined with a fast triple metre, vocal slides, andcaptivating melodies built on the Jog raga.

The simple tune arranged here for SSAA voices is a traditional Lithuanian song that the composer learned as a child. The blending of traditional tonal harmony and imitative polyphony with contemporary techniques creates a cacophony of sound that is thrilling to audience and singers alike. From the Songs of the World Series

The ?Gloria? RV 589 is one of Vivaldi?s most popular compositions today and one of the most regularly performed sacred vocal works from the Baroque era. The work was in all probability composed around 1716 during Vivaldi?s time at the Ospedale della Piet an orphanage for girls in Venice.Although Vivaldi?s ?Gloria? (BA 8953) was written for solo voices and mixed choir it is likely that it was performed at the girls? orphanage with female voices only. Taking this into account Malcolm Bruno?s careful arrangement for choir SSAA is of some relevance. The work when set for female voices or children?s choir remains a true masterpiece.The?Kyrie? RV 587 (BA 8954)for two choirs and two string ensembles as arranged here for female choir displays its own charm. It can be performed together with the Gloria as a type of short mass.Both arrangements are based on the recently published Urtext editions of these works. The piano reductions by editor Malcolm Bruno are easy to play and preserve the character of the works.- Effective arrangements for female choir- Forewords in English and German- Straightforward idiomatic piano reductions- Kyrie and Gloria can be combined for performanceThe orchestral parts for the original SATB version can be used for the performance of these arrangements.

The intertwining of women’s voices in Gustav Holst’s Tears Idle Tears will lend an elevated atmosphere to any performance giving this secular piece an almost sacred character. It was written for a cappella female chorus (SSAA) in 1905 as the 3rd movement of the 5-movement suite ‘Songs From The Princess’ which was based on 5 thematic short poem’s from the British poet Tennyson’s long narrative poem ‘The Princess’ (1847). Performance time is approximately 2 minutes.As an experienced instrumentalist and orchestra member English composer arranger and teacher Gustav Holst understood music from the standpoint of his players and madesure that however challenging their parts were always practicable a compositional characteristic still well received and appreciated by performers and audiences today.

A terrific setting of Mother Julian of Norwich's text for unccompanied SSAA choir by Betty Roe. A dynamic and driven piece that audiences and performers are sure to enjoy!

Rosephanye Powell released a gripping arrangement for mixed voices in 2004 that has enjoyed steady use. This SSAA arrangement remains true to the unique qualities of the previous voicing - heart-wrenching harmonies and soulful blue notes that mourn gracefully. The inclusion of the two brief West African texts adds years of history and depth to this somber Spiritual. The surprising Picardy ending provides a pleasant reassurance. Medium difficulty.

Commissioned by the Texas Choral Directors Association for their 2010 convention this piece was premiered under the direction of Dr. Rollo Dilworth. Relating our lives to instruments in an orchestra this piece encourages us tolive our song. The music is powerful and motivating with rhythms and melodies that are driving and uplifting.