Cet offertoire pour trois voix égales, op.131, a été composé par Jean Langlais en 1962, pour l'une de ses filleules, religieuse dans l'ordre des clarisses. On remarquera la modalité et les tournures moyen-âgeuses de cette page simple et dépouillée. / 3 Voix Egales

Choral Highlights from the Broadway Musical-Evan has six weeks to go before he turns 13 and after an idyllic childhood in New York City he's just been uprooted and brought to Appleton Indiana with his mother. He has one mission: get all the cool kids in school to come tohis Bar Mitzvah or else spend the rest of his academic career banished to the land of the Geeks. 13 is a show about finding out who you are finding out what you need and finding out what's really important. In this14-minute medley choirs will enjoy both the angst and the excitement of this pivotal time of growing up. Songs include: All Hail the Brain Bad Bad News Brand New You Getting Ready The Lamest Place in the World A LittleMore Homework Thirteen What It Means to Be a Friend. Available separately: SATB 3-Part Mixed 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Rhythm Section parts available as a digital download (syn gtr 1-2 b dm). Duration: ca. 14:00.

Matthew 4:2 Luke 22:14-26 Luke 24:30 Luke 24:42 John 8:15 John 21:13 Acts 2:42

A Gaelic Blessing is a simple and catchy piece by Craig McLeish. This piece will be particularly useful for school, junior and community choirs, and a tuneful introduction to singing simple contrapuntal lines. The second soprano part repeats the tune at bar 33 and should dominate here - the first sopranos and altos should support appropriately. Ease and beauty of tone should be of paramount importance throughout. An inspiring selection of new works from a range of contemporary composers, the Novello New Choral Series offers pieces for all types of choirs, including sacred and secular works from simple, four-part settings to more expansive, yet accessible, repertoire in an exciting variety of styles. Craig McLeish began his musical life as a chorister at St Paul's Cathedral under Barry Rose. He began composing at the age of ten and his preces and responses for four trebles are still in the repertoire. After a degree at York University he returned to London to study at the Guildhall and sang again at St Paul's as a tenor. At the time he also arranged and copied music for West End shows such as Les Miserables and Miss Saigon, and played bass guitar for various groups. This led to a spell in the cult pop band 'Fat and Frantic', who shaved the top 100 twice with the whimsical anthem Last night my wife hoovered my head. He also worked as musical assistant for David Heneker (Half a Sixpence) and David Fanshawe (African Sanctus). In 1992 Craig became director of the Methodist Association of Youth Clubs Orchestra and Singers, performing concerts throughout the UK and becoming involved in a number of recordings and BBC broadcasts. During this time he arranged more than 250 orchestral scores ranging from Queen to Calamity Jane, Stravinsky and Stevie Wonder. Alongside this he began arranging and writing songs for children's collections (Big Blue Planet, Love Shone Down) and producing recordings and string arrangements for various artists (Sheila Walsh, Kim Hill, Matt Redman). He is also well known as a conductor and arranger for Songs of Praise. Recently Craig has collaborated with composer Tolga Kashif writing orchestrations for the RPO's Seo Taiji Symphony, the Classic FM chart-topping CD by saxophonist Tyler Rix, and the Genesis Suite which was premiered at the Barbican. He has been musical director of Young Voices UK for 13 years, bringing large school choirs together to play with a live band and solo artists, and currently conducts the Milton Keynes Community Choir, Hart and Soul Community Choir and the Milton Keynes Youth Choir. / Choeur SSA

2-Part (opt. 3-Part)-This is the earliest-known English canon dating back to the mid-13th century. This setting for any combination of voices makes an excellent processional or opener for a concert or madrigal dinner.Available separately: 2-Part(opt. 3-Part) Any Comb. and Instrumental Pak (parts for Treble Instrument 1 & 2 Bass Instrument 1 & 2 Finger Cymbals and Hand Drum). Performance Time: Approx. 1:40.

O dear Lord, three things I pray.' The famous words of the 13th century poet reverberate with contemporary urgency in this SAB setting by David Catherwood. 2-part writing dominates the simple choral texture. A gently rocking, unforgettable melody will charm singers of all ages throughout the year, especially during Lent and for stewardship services. / Choeur SAB

Uses: Palm SundayScripture: Luke 19:14-21; John 12:13; Philippians 2:5-11This charming piece for Palm Sunday incorporates both adult and children's voices. The addition of an easy handbell part sealsthe deal on this festive winner. Sounding like regal trumpets the piano calls the piece to attention setting the stage for a theme based call and response work. The piece works splendidly as a processional for the entry of thepalms.

Written for SSA chorus and Piano. This is the original arrangement as sung by the Military Wives Choir. Commissioned by Gareth Malone for Series Four of BBC TV's 'The Choir' and first performed by Malone and the Military Wives' choir as part of The Royal British Legion's Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall on 12th November 2011 in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen. A favourite for the 2011 Christmas Number One, with support from radio DJ Chris Evans who has suggested every choir in the country should sing this song, it's and nbsp - the biggest threat to X-Factor chart domination this year. The text is taken from poems, letters and prayers written by the Military Wives, selected and adapted by Paul Mealor, and a passage from the Book of John: Wherever you are, my love will keep you safe - My heart will build a bridge of light, across both time and space. Wherever you are, our hearts still beat as one, I hold you in my dreams each night, until your task is done. Light up the darkness, my wondrous star, Our hopes and dreams, my heart and yours, forever shining far. Light up the darkness, my prince of peace - May the stars shine all around you, may your courage never cease. Wherever I am, I will love you day by day, I will keep you safe, cling on to faith, along the dark, dark way. Wherever I am, I will hold on through the night - I will pray each day, a safe return, will look now to the light. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 / Ssa Et Piano

Written for SSA chorus and Piano. Commissioned by Gareth Malone for Series Four of BBC TV's 'The Choir' and first performed by Malone and the Military Wives' choir as part of The Royal British Legion's Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall on 12th November 2011 in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen. The text is taken from poems, letters and prayers written by the Military Wives, selected and adapted by Paul Mealor, and a passage from the Book of John: Wherever you are, my love will keep you safe - My heart will build a bridge of light, across both time and space. Wherever you are, our hearts still beat as one, I hold you in my dreams each night, until your task is done. Light up the darkness, my wondrous star, Our hopes and dreams, my heart and yours, forever shining far. Light up the darkness, my prince of peace - May the stars shine all around you, may your courage never cease. Wherever I am, I will love you day by day,I will keep you safe, cling on to faith, along the dark, dark way.Wherever I am, I will hold on through the night - I will pray each day, a safe return, will look now to the light. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 / Ssa Et Piano

Uses: General Lent Scripture: Psalm 40:1 - Psalm 116:1-2 - Romans 10:13 With the character of an art song this evocative SAB offering is a wonderful addition to the sacred choral repertoire. Incorporating the time-honored text Pass Me Not O Gentle Savior the impressionistic nature of the writing is a sorbet for the soul reminding us of God's merciful kindness. Prayerful encouraging and hopeful this sacred song is a beautiful portrait of God's grace.

from The Croods-From the 2013 film The Croods this upbeat song recorded by Owl City and Yuna is a perfect showcase for choirs of all ages. The inspirational message playful groove and easy-to-sing harmonies will be instantly appealing. Perfect for graduation! Available separately: SATB 3-Part Mixed 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.

Charlotte Bray's On The Green was comissioned in 2013 by the Royal Philharmonic Society and Britten-Pears Foundation to celebrate the centenary of the birth of the composer Benjamin Britten and the bicentenary of the Royal Philharmonic Society.The piece was first performed as part of the Aldeburgh Festival on 9 June 2013 at Orford Church Suffolk by the New London Children’s Choir directed by Ronald Corp.Scored for SSA with Piano accompaniment On The Green incorporates words by the English romantic poet William Blake.

The country duo Sugarland has exploded on the scene recently with their rich vocal harmonies and compelling stage presence. This cover of the 1986 pop hit by Dream Academy is nostalgic yet fresh and translates perfectly for today's choirs. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:13.

(Swing Low Sweet Chariot)-Uses: Ash Wednesday All Saints Memorial Concert Youth ChoirScripture: Psalm 104:1-4; Mark 13:24-27; Philippians 3:20-21Now available for mens voices! This classic spiritual is given the utmost care in this stellararrangement. The sensitive writing delivers layers of beauty that cascade effortlessly from the printed page. Unison singing mingles with moments of luscious harmonies giving listeners a glimpse of the divine. Stunning!