SKU: CF.FAS134F

ISBN 9781491165171. UPC: 680160924080. Key: D major.

George Frederic Handel (1685-1759) is a German composer whose musical legacy has lasted over three hundred years. While most people know his Hallelujah Chorus from the oratorio The Messiah, many of his other compositions are still performed around the world, including La Rejouissance from the Royal Fireworks Suite. The suite was commissioned by King George of England to celebrate the Treaty of Aix-La-Chapel. King George said he wanted only wind and percussion instruments, specifically requesting “no fiddles.” 12,000 people attended the dress rehearsal of the concert. In contrast, the actual performance happened in the rain, which meant many of the fireworks did light, but managed to set the immense pavilion on fire. Handel later added strings to the Royal Fireworks Suite for a charity performance for The Foundling Hospital of London.For young students, the character of Handel’s music is defined by the types of bow strokes. Quarter notes should be played with a detached bow stroke with a hint of an accent. Eighth notes may be played more connected but will sound best with a slight detachè stroke. If more advanced students join the performance, a minimized vibrato is typical of music from the Baroque era. Terraced dynamics may be practiced by stopping just before the dynamic change and adjusting the weight of the bow arm, then proceeding in the new dynamic such as in measures 37-39.

SKU: LP.765762175501

UPC: 765762175501.

Choirs and congregations of all shapes and sizes will love the international flavor and ethnic rhythms of this energetic piece for combined children's and adult choirs. Easy teachable melodies and accessible vocal parts make this a perfect choice for less experienced choirs or those with limited rehearsal time. Infectious fun for all! Instrumentation: Flute Clarinet Horn 1 & 2 Trumpet 1 Trumpet 2 & 3 Trombone 1 & 2 Trombone 3 Percussion Rhythm Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello/Bassoon Substitute Instruments: Keyboard String Reduction; Alto Sax (sub for Horn 1 & 2); Baritone T.C. (sub for Trombone 1 & 2); Clarinet 3 (sub for Viola); Bass Clarinet (sub for Cello/Bassoon).

SKU: CF.SAS6

ISBN 9781491159286. UPC: 680160917860.

Bruckner began composing the Eighth Symphony, his last completed symphony, in July 1884, working mainly during the summer vacations from his duties at the University of Vienna and the Vienna Conservatory. When he finished the work's revelatory finale, he signed it Hallelujah, and reported enthusiastically, The Finale is the most significant movement of my life. Following the premiere performance, a peer composer penned, Its success was almost without precedent. It was the absolute victory of light over darkness. This work leaps to life with awe-inspiring power in this first-ever setting for string orchestra with optional timpani. Transposed from its original key of C minor/major to D minor/major, the music sits nicely for all parts, ready for any concert or festival. The conductor should encourage students to vary the bow lanes, weight, and speed to produce powerful forte and expressive piano dynamics. Encourage mature players to make expressive fingering choices and to use vibrato. Students should practice coloring the tone and intensity through bowing lanes, variable bow weight, and appropriate bow speeds.
Bruckner began composing the Eighth Symphony, his last completed symphony, in July 1884, working mainly during the summer vacations from his duties at the University of Vienna and the Vienna Conservatory. When he finished the work's revelatory finale, he signed it Hallelujah,” and reported enthusiastically, “The Finale is the most significant movement of my life. Following the premiere performance, a peer composer penned, “Its success was almost without precedent. It was the absolute victory of light over darkness.”This work leaps to life with awe-inspiring power in this first-ever setting for string orchestra with optional timpani. Transposed from its original key of  C minor/major to D minor/major, the music sits nicely for all parts, ready for any concert or festival.The conductor should encourage students to vary the bow lanes, weight, and speed to produce powerful forte and expressive piano dynamics. Encourage mature players to make expressive fingering choices and to use vibrato. Students should practice coloring the tone and intensity through bowing lanes, variable bow weight, and appropriate bow speeds.

SKU: LP.765762174603

UPC: 765762174603.

Hold on to your seats everyone! With tight harmonies a great bass line and an accompaniment that cooks everyone will be up on their feet shouting Hallelujah! Christ is born! This brand new rip-roarin' Southern gospel treat emerges from the creative genius of Dove Award-winner Wayne Haun popular gospel songwriter Joel Lindsey and Ernie Haase of Signature Sound and is guaranteed to set your hands a-clappin' and your toes a-tappin'. Pure fun! Instrumentation: Flute Oboe Clarinet Trumpet 1 & 2 Trumpet 3 & 4 Trombone 1 &2 Trombone 3 & 4 Rhythm Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello String Bass Subustitue Instrumentation: Keyboard String Reduction; Soprano Sax (sub for Oboe); Tenor Sax/Baritone T.C. (sub for Trombone 1 & 2); Baritone Sax (sub for Trombone 3 & 4); Clarinet (sub for Viola); Bassoon/Bass Clarinet (sub for Cello).