SKU: HL.1197758
UPC: 196288134886. 6.75x10.5x0.045 inches.
Here's a choral fantasy on the traditional African American spiritual, “Soon I Will Be Done.†The grave Wagnerian opening sets the stage for the fiery main theme of the piece–a triplet feeling motif in the lower piano that continues under each chorus statement of the melody. The choir re-enters in the role of the “orchestra†in the second chorus with a haunting legato counter melody that leads up to the first verse. Each verse should have a Gospel/Stride feel with the choir, particularly the upper voices, switching to a more Gospel sound and rhythmic feel. The A sections should be performed with aggression and angst to contrast the calm legato middle section. That middle section is our musical prayer of hope that, like the sentiment of this Spiritual, will continue to live in our hearts despite the sometimes difficult realities of life.
SKU: CF.CM9698
ISBN 9781491159996. UPC: 680160918591. Key: Ab major. Latin. Traditional Latin.
O Magnum Mysterium is a setting of a Latin sacred text written for Christmas. The text depicts the extraordinary occurring among the ordinary: God coming to earth as a tiny baby, and animals in a lowly stable being the first to witness his arrival. Adding dynamic contrast (crescendo/decrescendo) on every phrase and singing legato (smoothly) with a gentle choral tone will reflect the wonder and awe the original text and this setting attempt to communicate. Original Latin Text: English Translation: O magnum mysterium, O great mystery, Et admirabile sacramentum, And wonderful sacrament, Ut animalia viderunt That animals should see Dominum natum the newborn Lord jacentem in praesepio. Lying in a manger. O magnum mysterium. Amen. O great mystery. Amen. General Latin Pronunciation Guidelines: 1. There are only five pure vowel sounds in Latin: A = AH E=EH I = EE O = AW U = OO 2. Strive to flip all R's as if singing in Italian. Latin Pronunciation (accented syllables are UPPER CASE): aw MAH-nyoom mee-STEHR-yoom,* eht ahd-mee-RAH-bee-leh sah-krah-MEHN-toom, oot ah-nee-MAH-lee-ah vee-DEHR-oont DAW-mee-noom NAH-toom, yah-CHEHN-tehm een preh-SEH-pee-aw. aw MAH-nyoom mee-STEHR-yoom. AH-mehn. *The word mysterium in this piece is a three-syllable rather than a four-syllable word. This can be accomplished by pronouncing the last syllable ium as yoom rather than ee-oom.O Magnum Mysterium is a setting of a Latin sacred text written for Christmas. The text depicts the extraordinary occurring among the ordinary: God coming to earth as a tiny baby, and animals in a lowly stable being the first to witness his arrival. Adding dynamic contrast (crescendo/decrescendo) on every phrase and singing legato (smoothly) with a gentle choral tone will reflect the wonder and awe the original text and this setting attempt to communicate.Original Latin Text: English Translation:O magnum mysterium, O great mystery,Et admirabile sacramentum, And wonderful sacrament,Ut animalia viderunt That animals should seeDominum natum the newborn Lordjacentem in praesepio. Lying in a manger.O magnum mysterium. Amen. O great mystery. Amen.General Latin Pronunciation Guidelines:1. There are only five pure vowel sounds in Latin:A = AH E=EH I = EE O = AW U = OO2. Strive to flip all R’s as if singing in Italian.Latin Pronunciation (accented syllables are UPPER CASE):aw MAH-nyoom mee-STEHR-yoom,*eht ahd-mee-RAH-bee-leh sah-krah-MEHN-toom,oot ah-nee-MAH-lee-ah vee-DEHR-oontDAW-mee-noom NAH-toom,yah-CHEHN-tehm een preh-SEH-pee-aw.aw MAH-nyoom mee-STEHR-yoom. AH-mehn.*The word “mysterium†in this piece is a three-syllable rather than a four-syllable word. This can be accomplished by pronouncing the last syllable “ium†as “yoom†rather than “ee-oomâ€.
SKU: AP.46977
UPC: 038081536262. English. Words by Folliott S. Pierpoint.
Over 100 years after his death, this beloved text from Folliott S. Pierpoint lives on in a gorgeous new choral setting. Greg Gilpin's artistry and skill shine through as each voice part takes a turn with the long legato melody and warm harmonies envelop the ear. An optional flute obbligato is available free online.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: AP.38109
UPC: 038081425818. English.
This triumphant opener or closer is sure to make an impact with its fanfare-like phrases and percussive handclaps. Subito dynamics and scattered syncopations energize the piece, while legato lines and choral echoes provide musical contrast. Accompaniment available on PianoTrax 4 CD (00-35870).
SKU: AP.48308
UPC: 038081551319. English.
This thrilling concert/contest work boasts an array of musical moods and artful contrasts. A striking minor theme opens the piece, enhanced by percussive handclaps and punctuated by emphatic cadences from the piano. In the middle, a lyrical major-key melody surfaces along with beautifully sustained legato choral phrases. A joyful recapitulation ends this tour de force even stronger than it began.
SKU: HL.48025188
UPC: 196288114987.
O the depth is a devotional work, suitable as an introit or short anthem, which couples together a passage from the New Testament (Romans 11) and a single verse from the Old Testament (Isaiah 55) which McGlade felt complemented each other very well. The beautiful texts, both of which dwell upon Gods unfathomable wisdom and knowledge, naturally lend themselves to expressive treatment. In this setting, with its long legato lines, gentle dissonances and feeling of space and poise, the composer conveys something of the sense of wonder and majesty contained in the words.
SKU: HL.1071223
ISBN 9781705175101. UPC: 196288096535. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
Joseph Martin and Mark Hayes have composed a robust opening or closing concert choral with a music-themed text that is hope-filled and inspiring. Mixed meter, sweeping melodic lines and a contrasting B section make this selection perfect to teach crisp diction and legato phrases and the driving piano accompaniment is simply fabulous. A stunning choice for graduation or any celebratory event.
SKU: AP.48861
UPC: 038081561851. English.
After a year with limited music making, there could be nothing better. Imagine throwing open the shutters to sing with your neighbors as this beautiful piece unfolds. It's consistently lyrical and legato, with peaks and valleys built into the dynamics to heighten emotions and capture joy. We love this expressive piano part, especially the delicate music box-inspired introduction. Don't miss the dramatic modulation before the pinnacle refrain crescendos to a big finish.
SKU: HL.48182343
SATB chorus.
SKU: CF.CM9423
ISBN 9780825898211. UPC: 798408098216. 6.875 x 10.5 inches.
Commissioned for the 2015 Texas Choral Director's Middle and Junior High School Honor Choir conducted by Andrea Ramsey, Dominick DiOrio's setting of this well-known blessing is poignant and hopeful. Aspirational poetry joins seemlessly with energetic piano rhythms and legato vocal sweeps. Appropriate for mixed chorus of any age from middle school and high school to collegiate, civic, church, and professional.
SKU: XC.SATB2301A
6.75 x 10.5 inches.
This spirited SATB a cappella setting of a traditional English May Day song bursts with energy, but also features a contrasting legato middle section with a story-like text. Careful voice leading makes this a perfect choice for concert, festival or contest performance!
SKU: XC.SATB2306A
Don’t miss this unique a cappella arrangement of a classic holiday tune! Your singers will surely love these sweeping lines and soaring legato phrases. With a beautiful introduction, this piece is filled with lots of nice chords and interesting surprises. Varying musical textures also make plenty of room for dynamic contrast throughout. Audiences will absolutely enjoy this stunning selection!
SKU: BT.WH29152
ISBN 9788759858219. English.
A Lyke-Wake Dirge - A Border Ballad Op. 110 a - a choral classic by Vagn Holmboe for SATB Choir A Cappella. 'The Lyke Wake Dirge is a moral ballad from the border telling the story of what will happen to the soul after death. If he has never given shoes and stockings to the poor, then the 'whinnes' will torment him and pierce him to the bone. If he has never given food and drink to the poor, then the fire of purgatory will burn him to the bare bone. However, if he has done all these good works, then Christ shall receive his soul.'.
SKU: AP.45404
UPC: 038081511443. English. Ruth Morris Gray.
Here's a gorgeous setting of the text from Angels We Have Heard on High that includes a beautifully arranged verse of Silent Night. Featuring long legato lines, expressive phrasing, and warm choral writing, this ethereal piece ignites musicality.
SKU: AP.51132
UPC: 038081581699. English. Words by Edgar Allan Poe.
A meditation on the restorative power of nature, this Edgar Allan Poe poem compares a proud star with the cold moon. Colorful homophonic harmonies and a brief canon beam with wonder in this dramatic mixed voice feature. Excellent for exploring legato singing, choral intonation, musical expression, and text interpretation.
SKU: LO.10-4265L
ISBN 9781429129510.
Incorporating a verse of the traditional O God Our Help in Ages Past, this regal Lloyd Larson anthem beautifully conveys the feeling of a congregational hymn concertato. Strong acclamations of faith alternate and contrast nicely with more legato passages to create a truly moving musical experience that is enhanced by the optional instrumental accompaniment.
SKU: GI.G-8703
UPC: 785147870302. English. Text Source: Conditor alme siderum, Latin, 9th c.
Add sparkle to your Advent prayer celebrations with this contemporary arrangement of conditor alme siderum. The sixteenth-note apreggios in the accompaniment create a sense of fervent expectation in contrast to the gentle legato phrasing of the vocal line. The intensity quietly builds evenly throughout until the piano dramatically breaks in verse 3. The accompaniment returns in force for the final phrase, “Praise, honor, might, and glory be from age to age eternally.â€.
SKU: AU.9781506452517
ISBN 9781506452517. Jeremiah 29:11-13.
Bradley Ellingboe's anthem is a gentle and lyrical anthem especially suited to anniversaries or celebrations of faithfulness. Much of this piece is 2-part mixed and allows the choir to explore artistic, legato singing. Includes an optional trumpet part.
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