SKU: CA.2719700

ISBN 9790007164133. Language: Latin.

Two settings of the Te Deum by Jan Dismas Zelenka have been survived: the Te Deum in D major ZWV 145 of ca. 1724 and the present Te Deum a due cori in D major ZWV 146, which was composed in 1731. Whereas the Te Deum ZWV 145 is scored for five voices (soli e tutti) and an orchestra including two trumpets and timpani, the setting of the Te Deum a due cori, which includes five soloists and two four-part choirs, as well as four trumpets and timpani, and soloistic flauti traversi is magnificently realized in a more decisive manner. The large, solemn scoring suggests that the work was composed for a worship service on the occasion of the birth of the Electoral Princess Maria Josepha of Saxony.

SKU: CA.2719719

ISBN 9790007164478. Language: Latin.

Two settings of the Te Deum by Jan Dismas Zelenka have been survived: the Te Deum in D major ZWV 145 of ca. 1724 and the present Te Deum a due cori in D major ZWV 146, which was composed in 1731. Whereas the Te Deum ZWV 145 is scored for five voices (soli e tutti) and an orchestra including two trumpets and timpani, the setting of the Te Deum a due cori, which includes five soloists and two four-part choirs, as well as four trumpets and timpani, and soloistic flauti traversi is magnificently realized in a more decisive manner. The large, solemn scoring suggests that the work was composed for a worship service on the occasion of the birth of the Electoral Princess Maria Josepha of Saxony. Score and parts available separately - see item CA.2719700.

SKU: GI.G-8206

UPC: 785147820604. English. Text Source: Based on Confessions of St. Augustine. Text by Tony Alonso.

With a text based on Confessions of St. Augustine, this song of comfort extols the surety of God’s love for us. Appropriate for times of reflection or meditation, this moving work sings of the peace found when we allow our restless hearts to find a home in God. While effective with piano and choir alone, the addition of string quartet, flute, and horn in F adds depth and enhances the legato line of the melody. For cantor or soloist. Instrument parts are optional.

SKU: GI.G-8672

UPC: 785147867203. English. Text Source: Ref.: Chris de Silva and Tony Alonso, vv.: Chris de Silva. Text by Chris de Silva.

An encouraging text and upbeat tempo offer images of hope for this unpredictable journey called life. A theme of trust in the redeeming love of God makes this a suitable song for reconciliation or for any moments when comfort is needed. For cantor or soloist. .

SKU: GI.G-8313

UPC: 785147831303. English. Text Source: Vv. based on Joel 2:13, 17, Baruch 3:5-6. Text by Chris de Silva. Scripture: Joel 2:13, 17, Baruch 3:5–6.

Here is a versatile and useful piece for many occasions. The refrain should be repeated a few times at the beginning until it becomes almost mantra-like for the assembly. After gaining confidence, the refrain may be sung in canon. Depending on which verses are used (Gathering, Distribution of Ashes, or Communion), a soloist or SATB voices can be used. For cantor or soloist.

SKU: CA.3914205

ISBN 9790007166687. Text language: German.

The ambitious late work of Georg Philipp Telemann, consciously dedicated to vocal composition, begins with the Donner-Ode (1756/1760). As a symbol thunder represents the forces of nature, here in close connection to the traumatic earthquake of Lisbon in 1755. The characteristic arrangement of the vocal parts and the scoring with three trumpets, the soloistic use of the timpani and instrumental ensemble made this avant-garde work popular and well known already during the composer's lifetime. The new edition presented here takes into consideration important, newly discovered sources such as the autograph of the first part. Score available separately - see item CA.3914200.

SKU: GI.G-6107

English. Text Source: Ref., Timothy Valentine, vv. Thomas Catania. Text by Timothy Valentine.

Two pennywhistles, flutes or recorders.

SKU: CA.5505309

ISBN 9790007226565. Text language: English/German.

Saul, published for the first time in the version conducted by Handel himself. Saul is one of the most dramatic of Handel's oratorios. To a greater extent than almost any other oratorio it reveals with its gripping dramatic power its proximity to opera of its time. The score demands what was at the time Handel's most varied orchestra. The normal opera orchestra of the day was augmented by trombones, harp, solo organ, carillon (Glockenspiel) and large kettledrums. The choir functions for the first time as a central participant in dramatic action, while also undertaking commentating functions as in a Greek tragedy. This new edition makes use for the first time of musical material revealed by the latest Handel research, based as its most important source on the conducting score from which Handel himself directed his performances. Only this research has shown which arias, choruses, recitatives and instrumental pieces, after he had made numerous corrections in his autograph, Handel chose for his performances, and in what order they were given. The result has produced, apart from many changes of details (e.g. autograph instructions concerning the use of the organ), uncommon ordering of individual pieces, and passages with altered notes. Score and parts available separately - see item CA.5505300.

SKU: CA.3118255

ISBN 9790007209865. Key: G major. Text language: German/English.

Version in G major (A major = Carus 31.182/00) The cantata Himmelskonig, sei willkommen BWV 182 holds a special place in Johann Sebastian Bach's biography. He had been employed as organist and chamber musician at the court of Weimar since 1708; on 2 March 1714, he was appointed concert master of the court, and his inauguration music for this occasion was Himmelskonig, sei willkommen. The cantata was first performed on Palm Sunday of that year, 25 March 1714. Bach performed this cantata several times - always revising and amending it - both in Weimar and in Leipzig. Of the altogether four versions, the first Leipzig version has been selected for the present new edition. Unlike the Weimar versions, it can be realized effectively using modern performance means. In his debut composition of 1714, the newly appointed concert master demonstrated his abilities: the eight movements contain a multitude of beautiful and rewarding challenges for choir and vocal soloists alike, and in addition there is the unusual attraction of a virtuoso solo part for the recorder. Score available separately - see item CA.3118200.

SKU: GI.G-8007

UPC: 785147800705. English. Text Source: Based on Teresa of Avila's The Interior Castle Text by Tony Alonso.

For cantor or soloist. .

SKU: CA.3911314

ISBN 9790007215521. Language: German.

A solo cantata for bass-baritone (B-f1), whose two recitatives and arias are framed with two chorale verses sung by the choir. Particularly beautiful is the first aria, accompanied by flute, oboe and basoon. The flute part can be also be performed by an alto recorder. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3911300.

SKU: CA.3911303

ISBN 9790007095062. Language: German.

A solo cantata for bass-baritone (B-f1), whose two recitatives and arias are framed with two chorale verses sung by the choir. Particularly beautiful is the first aria, accompanied by flute, oboe and basoon. The flute part can be also be performed by an alto recorder. Score available separately - see item CA.3911300.

SKU: CA.3911319

ISBN 9790007144319. Language: German.

A solo cantata for bass-baritone (B-f1), whose two recitatives and arias are framed with two chorale verses sung by the choir. Particularly beautiful is the first aria, accompanied by flute, oboe and basoon. The flute part can be also be performed by an alto recorder. Score and parts available separately - see item CA.3911300.