Orchestra (Soli SB, Coro SATB (teilw. geteilt/partly divisi), [Gde/congregation], Tr, Tsax, Pfte, Bass, Glsp, Vib, Drums, Perc, Timp) - Grade 3

SKU: CA.2718803

Composed by Bobbi Fischer. Vocal score. Duration 40 minutes. Carus Verlag #2718803. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.2718803).

ISBN 9790007250911. Language: LAT/EN/DT.

After Missa Latina and Magnificat, Te Deum is now the third major composition by musician and composer Karl Albrecht “Bobbi” Fischer published by Carus. Fischer’s musical roots lie in classical music, which he combines with jazz elements and Latin American rhythms.

All three styles appear in the Te Deum. In keeping with the proclamation “Te Deum laudamus” (We praise thee, O God), the work begins with the festive (Cuban) energy, propelled by timpani and trumpet; the choir can also be heard imitating fanfares. Later, a cappella choruses become a recurring element, in which phrases set as Gregorian chant are presented against an ever-changing chordal background. But the score also features elements of swing and rhythm and blues, frenetic choral outbursts of joy, as well as moments of mystic contemplation. Moreover, the instrumentalists are given ample opportunity for improvised solos. Interwoven into the otherwise Latin text is the well-known German chorale Großer Gott, wir loben dich. Here several verses can be sung with the congregation; alongside the original German text, the score features the English translation “Holy God, we praise thy name”.

- An exciting combination of classical choral music with elements of jazz and Latin American music

- The congregation can take part in the performance (chorale)

- Singers can choose between Latin/German or Latin/English

- Varied mix of styles

- An enrichment of our crossover program

Choral Handbells, Horn, Organ, Timpani, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Tuba, alto voice, bass voice, choir, soprano voice, tenor

SKU: CF.CM8607

For SATB Chorus, Unison Chorus or Soloist, and Organ with Optional: Congregation, Brass Quartet or Quintet, Timpani and Handbells. Composed by Charles Hubert Parry. Arranged by Hal H. Hopson. SWS. Hal H. Hopson Choral Series. Choral. Vocal Score. With Standard notation. Carl Fischer Music #CM8607. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM8607).

ISBN 9780825839122. UPC: 798408039127. 6.875 X 10.5 inches. Key: Bb major. English. Text: Anonymous. Henry Baker, Hal Hopson.

From a composite text derived from Psalms 148 and 150 and a 19th Century hymn tune by Charles Hubert Hasting Parry, Hal Hopson has fashioned a grand, festive anthem of praise to the creator. The vocal parts are very manageable (much of the piece is unison - only the 2nd stanza and the final cadence are in parts), and the additional instrumental resources, while not required, will enhance the effect of grandeur that Mr. Hopson intends. There is also a descant on Stanza 4. Moderately easy. General Church/Festival occasion.