SKU: AP.45607
UPC: 038081513461. English. Russell Robinson.
It's the delicate Lied sensitively set for developing voices. Dr. Robinson has skillfully adapted Mendelssohn's classic and arranged an appropriate Romantic-era piano accompaniment to support 2- and 3-part voices. Optional English lyrics are included as well as a complete IPA guide for the German text---a wonderful way to introduce art song.
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.46918
UPC: 038081535678. English. Words by W. S. Gilbert.
Your men's ensemble will adore the patter text and witty humor in this excerpt from Gilbert and Sullivan's comic operetta, Patience. Verses are sung in two-part harmony, with an optional third part added during the chorus. Lon Beery's careful approach to the changing voice ensures that all the guys sing in an appropriate tessitura.
SKU: AP.47544
UPC: 038081542379. English.
A warm adagio introduction breaks into a joyous Hosanna chorus in this 44-measure homophonic masterwork. Taken from Schubert's Mass No. 4, this edition offers sensible vocal ranges, editorial dynamic and metronome markings, plus a complete IPA guide for the brief Latin text. The orchestral parts have been reduced to a playable piano accompaniment while preserving the Classical characteristics of the original work.
SKU: AP.48920
UPC: 038081562445. English. Words by Robert Burns.
This poem has long been a favorite of singers due to its deep passion and expressive imagery, not to mention the warm vowels at the end of each line. In this artistic setting, Greg Gilpin incorporates a contemporary harmonic palette, expressive tempo nuances, and elegant dynamic shading to form a colorful garden of sound. The final chord suggests the rose/thorn quality of love, as singers sustain sweet dissonance. Give special consideration to the S.S.A. voicing---the romantic text may have great appeal to your ladies.
SKU: AP.41671
UPC: 038081467511. English. Arr.; with new words; by Mark Weston.
The title says it all. It's the story of the ballet, set to the music of the ballet, and it only takes . . . (you guessed it) . . . three minutes to perform. Terrific!
SKU: AP.48857
UPC: 038081561813. English. Douglas E. Wagner.
You may have studied this beloved Schubert art song in voice lessons, and now you can share it with developing choirs in a well-constructed, approachable arrangement. The choice of key fits comfortably within range and the Romantic era harmonies are easy to hear. Whether there are two or four hands at the piano, listeners will be hooked by the rippling water and leaping fish in the playful accompaniment. Concerned about the German words? A rhyming English translation provides a charming option. Listen to Fischer-Dieskau's iconic recording as an introduction to the piece or an extension of learning.
SKU: AP.43234
UPC: 038081487762. English. John Parker.
As dew belongs to morning, and stars belong to night---this graceful women's choral likens elements of nature to the strength of love. The romantic melody and three-part sonorities are not difficult to perform, but will leave listeners breathless. It's simply beautiful.
SKU: AP.49733
UPC: 038081568201. English.
Sixpence None the Richer's most famous hit is an enduring slice of swoony guitar pop. Strike up the band and make the fireflies dance, silver moon sparkling. Teen singers will love the sweet romantic imagery, while their teachers appreciate the innocence of refreshing lyrics. This well-crafted arrangement lends the most-memorable instrumental motive to the voices, and shares the satisfying 90s pop harmonies with the entire choir. An airy medium-tempo ballad with plenty of heart.
About Alfred Pop Choral Series
The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.
SKU: AP.45636
UPC: 038081513751. English. Arr.; with new words; music; by Ruth Morris Gray.
A spry and enchanting adaptation of Edvard Grieg's magical piano solo, this choral arrangement conjures up heaps of holiday cheer with its clever lyrics and jaunty classical feel. Festive and fun!
SKU: AP.46549
UPC: 038081531243. English.
Presenting one of Franz Schubert's masterpieces, skillfully arranged for developing choral groups. An elegant combination of sectional features and homophonic choral texture, this arrangement allows conductors to work on both healthy singing technique and ensemble skills. Sensible voice leading enables beautiful intonation and blend.
SKU: AP.50127
UPC: 038081572970. Italian.
Looking for that ultimate finale, encore, or jaw-dropper? Don't miss this iconic Italian operatic theme, smartly arranged for TBB choirs. With carefully constructed voice parts, an appropriate choral key, and an optional English text, this setting is well-suited for changed voices of any age. The included IPA, phonetic pronunciation guide, and background information will assist in telling a classic love story from Puccini's Turandot.
SKU: AP.46937
UPC: 038081535869. English. Walter de la Mare.
Walter de la Mare's poem is a fantastic example of the Romantic-era imagination, and even more so when paired with this gorgeously haunting music. A delicately constructed piano accompaniment glides beneath shifting contemporary harmonies and varied choral textures, ultimately leading to a beautifully subdued ending.
SKU: AP.43332
UPC: 038081488745. English.
This esteemed classic has been recorded by world-famous soloists such has Kiri Te Kanawa and Renée Fleming. Now, choral groups can perform Fauré's beautiful music with Dr. Robinson's well-crafted, smartly-edited arrangement. Features a piano and flute accompaniment, well within the reach of student players.
SKU: AP.47545
UPC: 038081542386. English.
SKU: AP.41568
UPC: 038081466484. English. Patrick M. Liebergen.
A refreshing change of pace for SSA choirs. Dvorák's melody, inspired by the folk music of Moravia, delights the ear, and Dr. Liebergen's English text tells a whimsical love story. A fulfilling experience for singers and conductors alike.
SKU: AP.48921
UPC: 038081562452. English. Words by Robert Burns.
SKU: AP.39792
UPC: 038081444536. English. Words by Paul Laurence Dunbar.
Always expressive and sometimes dramatic, this handsome gem tells a romantic love story as penned by famous African American poet, Paul Laurence Dunbar. Rich with musicality to bring out the softer side of your men.
SKU: AP.49734
UPC: 038081568218. English.
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