SKU: JK.01827
Peaceful Christmas anthem for mixed chorus (SAB) and organ accompaniment, originally written for a broadcast by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Sopranos' highest note: D.Visions of Christmas shine so bright. They speak of long ago, When Jesus came to earth, And angels sang His birth, and wise-men brought Him gifts.Composer: James C. Kasen Lyricist: Don H. Staheli Difficulty: Easy Performance time: 3:15Reference: Luke 2.
SKU: CF.CM9773
ISBN 9781491164440. UPC: 680160923342. Key: C# minor. English. Christina Rossetti.
In the bleak midwinter, frosty wind made moan,                            Earth stood hard as iron, water like a stone;                                Snow had fallen, snow on snow, snow on snow,                               In the bleak midwinter, long ago.What can I give Him, poor as I am?                                            If I were a shepherd, I would bring a lamb;                                     If I were a Wise Man, I would do my part;                                    Yet what I can I give Him: give my heart.The text from this beloved poem of Christina Rossetti (1830–1894) was originally published in an 1872 issue of Scribner’s Monthly, under the title A Christmas Carol. In the first of its five stanzas, the speaker describes in great detail a bitingly cold winter scene, void of both warmth and light. By the final stanza, the speaker's thoughts turn inward, asking what gift they may offer the infant Jesus, meek though they believe themselves to be.The poem was later set by English composer Gustav Holst (1874–1934) as a contribution to the English Hymnal in 1906 and remains the most popular setting today.London-born Rossetti came to be regarded not only as one of the greatest female poets of her time, but as an outspoken advocate on several societal issues, including slavery and cruelty towards animals.In this setting, word painting is of the utmost importance. Careful attention to word stress throughout the course of the piece will make the performance all the more captivating. Descriptive lines such as “frosty wind made moan†should be conveyed with swelling crescendos, like frigid gusts of frozen air.While this piece features an original tune, the beloved Holst melody is also featured briefly, beginning in m. 28. Take care to bring this out.There are plenty of other allusions to wintry scenes scattered throughout the choral parts as well as the accompaniment. I encourage you to put your sleuthing “hats†on and find them all. It will make the learning experience much more memorable and fun.
SKU: AU.9781506452531
ISBN 9781506452531. Isaac Watts.
Tony Ward has adapted the text of St. Patrick's Breastplate and composed a new gentle, lilting melody. Several possible optional instrumental parts available, as well as optional assembly participation. Especially appropriate for celebrations of baptism.
SKU: JK.01352
Moroni 8:26.
Joyful arrangement for mixed chorus (SAB) and piano, admonishing listeners to Come to a land, a joyful land, singing...hear gospel truths ringing.... This land is found in all nations, countries, on bended knee before the Lord. Composer: Robert Millett Arranger: Robert Millett Lyricist: Scriptural text from Moroni 8:26 Difficulty: Medium Performance time: 2:37Reference: Moroni 8:26.
SKU: HL.283905
UPC: 888680795528. 6.75x10.5 inches.
This song, made popular by Frank Sinatra in the movie A Hole in the Head, is a song of positive thoughts and acts. An ant moves a rubber tree plant, a ram destroys a dam and our troubles and hardships go away when the balloon is popped. The power of positive thinking. This song won the Oscar for Best Original Song at the 32nd Academy Awards in 1960 and its message is still award-winning.
SKU: GI.G-10356
UPC: 785147035619. English.
For SAB or SATB.
SKU: GI.G-10624
UPC: 785147062417. English.
SKU: LO.15-3992H
ISBN 9780787778514.
This classic Geoffrey Edward setting of the beloved Skye Boat Song has been adapted for SAB choirs. Rich and expressive, this setting is accessible for a variety of ages and experience levels. The F Horn is a beautiful addition to this versatile and practical arrangement.
SKU: CF.CM9706
ISBN 9781491160022. UPC: 680160918621. Key: D minor. English. Sara Teasdale, adapted by Meredith Tompkins.
Sara Teasdale was a celebrated American poet who lived at the turn of the twentieth century, known for her classical style and pure, openhearted writing. At the young age of twenty-three, she became a published author and went on to release a total of eight award-winning collections of poetry in her lifetime. Love-Free is a reflective poem that appears in Part I of Rivers to the Sea, published in 1915. In the text, the narrator experiences a range of emotions centering around lost love and the desire to either separate from or rekindle it. Reminiscent of an antique music box, the text is paired with a waltz-like accompaniment in a lilting 3/4 pattern. Melodic exploration of the natural minor scale is achieved through mostly step-wise motion and some carefully placed, text-painted leaps ranging from a minor third to a sixth. With some unison, SA, and SSA sections, this piece can show off the wide array of colors and textures available to treble choirs.Sara Teasdale was a celebrated American poet who lived at the turn of the twentieth century, known for her classical style and pure, openhearted writing. At the young age of twenty-three, she became a published author and went on to release a total of eight award-winning collections of poetry in her lifetime. Love-Free is a reflective poem that appears in Part I of Rivers to the Sea, published in 1915. In the text, the narrator experiences a range of emotions centering around lost love and the desire to either separate from or rekindle it. Reminiscent of an antique music box, the text is paired with a waltz-like accompaniment in a lilting 3/4 pattern. Melodic exploration of the natural minor scale is achieved through mostly step-wise motion and some carefully placed, text-painted leaps ranging from a minor third to a sixth. With some unison, SA, and SSA sections, this piece can show off the wide array of colors and textures available to treble choirs.
SKU: HL.371611
ISBN 9781705148334. UPC: 196288000044. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
This lovely ballad, originally sung at holiday time, may be sung at any time of year. It communicates a heartfelt message of kindness, inclusion, and acceptance toward reaching the goal of making the world a better place for everyone.
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