Par FERRARIO PIETRO. Jubilate Deo was written an June 2002, and dedicated by the composer to his Ensemble vocale Calycanthus. The first world performance took place in Italy at Isola Vicentina – Santuario di S. Maria del Cengio, by the Ensemble vocale Calycanthus, on May 2003, 10th. The piece was unanimously awarded the first prize at the International Trophy of Choral Composition “C. A. Seghizzi” 2004 at Gorizia [Italy], and was performed during the prestigious final of the European Choral Grand Prix 2004 by Ars Cantica Choir. The motet has a great rhythmic vivacity, with rich and colourful harmonies. It has a simple structure A-B-A’. The contrasting central section is more meditative, with manysolos, and echoes from Gregorian chant. The final section is a shortened and varied recapitulation of the first one, treated with increasing energy, exaltation and harmonic surprise. / Musique contemporaine / Répertoire / Choeur SSAATTBB

A new Christmas carol for unaccompanied choir by Hywel Davies featuring the composer’s own text. A rewarding addition to any festive choirs repertoire! Arranged for SSSAAATTBB a cappella.

Written for Pacific Lutheran University's Choir of the West this majestic setting of Exsultate will be a challenge for advanced choirs. Rich in texture imaginative in structure and thrilling in its harmonic makeup this work will be an excellent concert opener or pairing with a more major work. Richard Nance Choral Series.