SKU: GI.G-005270

UPC: 641151052700. Latin, English.

Brett's noteworthy setting, based on the familiar hymn tune DIVINUM MYSTERIUM and incorporating texts from the Sacramentary, makes an effective and memorable Advent gathering rite, seamless from procession through the opening prayer. The presider's part is readily perceived as it outlines the elegant, stepwise motion in the melodic classic. The writing for chorus is proficiently set for SAB. Within the body of the octavo you will find Introits and Opening Prayers for all Sundays in Advent as well as the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception.

SKU: GI.G-10081

English, Latin, Spanish.

SKU: GI.G-9732

UPC: 785147973201. Latin. Text Source: Trad. Latin, 13th c., alt.

SKU: GI.G-009452

UPC: 641151094526. Text by Paul Cross.

Bob has set his original miusic to the contemplative words of the poem Mary the Dawn, Christ the Perfect Day, telling of Mary's important and supportive role in bringing the Messiah into the world. The piece begins with a vocal dialogue between unison men and women alternating the poem's phrases. The choral writing builds to a homophonic texture, an interlude introduces a new key and the piano writing adds a new texture to the closing phrase Mary the shrine, Christ God adored..

SKU: AP.46544

UPC: 038081531199. English.

Written in the style of a spiritual, this original gospel tune will be a highlight this Christmas season. Featuring call-and-response voicing, stylized articulation, and dramatic dynamic shifts, there are plenty of musical concepts to teach your singers and delight your fans. Ready-to-go riser choreography is available on the Movin' DVD.

SKU: CF.CM9718

ISBN 9781491160978. UPC: 680160919574. Key: D major. English. Manmohan Ghose.

Manmohan Ghose was a professor, poet, and brilliant scholar from Eastern India in the late 19th century. He was educated in London, and was one of the first poets originally from India to publish poetry in English. A Lament is one of his earliest published poems; it progresses with vivid, scenic language from lullaby to permanent goodbye. Much later in life, Manmohan experienced a series of family tragedies that gave him a unique perspective on grief. After returning to India to mourn his father's death and eventually the passing of his wife, he never again made it back to England as he had wished to before his own death. The text of this piece has been paired with a mixolydian modal structure and a blend of musical elements designed to invoke a nostalgic, dream-like atmosphere. In the words of the composer: I like to think of this piece as a metaphorical hall of mirrors. The original 'image' of the melody becomes the source for multiple echoes and imitations that blossom into layers of polyphonic movement. As a nod to the poet's birth place, notes reminiscent of the kan-swar grace note technique of Hindustani classical music add ornamental interest to the piano and voices. This piece functions as an excellent educational introduction or further study into the concept of modes. When presenting this piece to a choir, directors may find it helpful to identify G as the tonal center and follow up with an explanation that G mixolydian has the same key signature as the key of C, because it naturally has no sharps or flats.
Manmohan Ghose was a professor, poet, and brilliant scholar from Eastern India in the late 19th century. He was educated in London, and was one of the first poets originally from India to publish poetry in English. “A Lament” is one of his earliest published poems; it progresses with vivid, scenic language from lullaby to permanent goodbye. Much later in life, Manmohan experienced a series of family tragedies that gave him a unique perspective on grief. After returning to India to mourn his father’s death and eventually the passing of his wife, he never again made it back to England as he had wished to before his own death. The text of this piece has been paired with a mixolydian modal structure and a blend of musical elements designed to invoke a nostalgic, dream-like atmosphere. In the words of the composer: “I like to think of this piece as a metaphorical hall of mirrors. The original ‘image’ of the melody becomes the source for multiple echoes and imitations that blossom into layers of polyphonic movement.” As a nod to the poet’s birth place, notes reminiscent of the kan-swar grace note technique of Hindustani classical music add ornamental interest to the piano and voices. This piece functions as an excellent educational introduction or further study into the concept of modes. When presenting this piece to a choir, directors may find it helpful to identify G as the tonal center and follow up with an explanation that G mixolydian has the same key signature as the key of C, because it naturally has no sharps or flats.

SKU: AP.46546

UPC: 038081531212. English.

Written in the style of a spiritual, this original gospel tune will be a highlight this Christmas season. Featuring call-and-response voicing, stylized articulation, and dramatic dynamic shifts, there are plenty of musical concepts to teach your singers and delight your fans. Ready-to-go riser choreography is available on the Movin' DVD.