SKU: LO.10-5543L

ISBN 9780787772475.

Larry Shackley combines two old favorites: the spiritual I'm a-Rolling and the Gospel song This World Is Not My Home for a rousing reminder that, although a believer's road may be rocky, there is a glorious reward at its end. The optional rhythm section parts will add an extra spark to the choir's performance.

SKU: XC.HRMG2052

UPC: 785147104254. Latin or English. Text source: Traditional. Scripture: Luke 1:34.

A simple prayer of a servant, this a cappella work masterfully captures Mary's response to the angel Gabriel. Behold, I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your will. A translation allows this work to be performed in Latin or English.  .

SKU: ST.B949

ISBN 9780852499498.

I am grateful for the opportunity to introduce this new collection. The one-word title, Onward! is a call anyone can respond to, at any age. To quote Scottish singer Sir Harry Lauder, we can all 'keep right on to the end of the road'.

Most of the hymns were written between 2012 and 2015, some of which are hymn-style versions of biblical psalms or significant portions of a psalm, or in response to a verse of scripture. Some older texts have also been included, paired here for the first time with recently crafted tunes.

This collection also includes a previously unpublished song I co-wrote with my wife, Susan Heafield, a United Methodist pastor and musician. Praise Partners, our joint musical venture, has released two collections: We Can Be Messengers (Ref PP001) and Tell the Good News! (Ref PP003), both distributed by Stainer & Bell.

Brian Wren

SKU: HL.49042434

ISBN 9783795794491. 10.25x13.5x1.141 inches. German.

Carl Maria von Weber's fame rests mainly on 'Der Freischutz'. The unprecedented success of this opera overshadowed all his other works and contributed to their increasing fall into oblivion. Certain works such as 'Preciosa', 'Oberon', and 'Euryanthe', the overtures, solo concertos and piano sonatas, the lieder and chamber works enjoyed great popularity and were widely known in Germany and abroad as late as the second half of the 19th century. However, any chance of a revival of Weber's influential and substantial oeuvre was wasted in the 1920s, when a complete edition - begun by Hans Joachim Moser and with potential contributors including Wilhelm Kempff, Hans Pfitzner, Max von Schillings, Fritz Stein and Richard Strauss - failed after the third volume.Ever since there have been numerous attempts to restart a complete edition of Weber's works, but as this kind of project would have required the co-operation of scholars from both sides of the inter-German border, the political situation after 1945 was not conducive to any such enterprise. Careful negotiations led to the first tangible steps in the 1980s. The intention, right from the beginning, was to place Weber's work in context, and not to separate his musical output from his influential work as a writer, critic and organiser in the musical field, but to publish his compositions together with his letters, diaries and other literary output as the best way to document the cross-fertilisation between his musical, literary and practical activities.Since the German re-unification both working-parties concerned - at the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin, and at the Musikwissenschaftliches Seminar, Detmold/Paderborn - have co-operated on the complete edition of the musical works (c. 45 volumes in 10 series: sacred music; cantatas, odes and other occasional works; stage works; lieder and vocal works; orchestral works; chamber music; music for piano; piano reductions; miscellanea, arrangements and orchestrations; works of doubtful attribution). The diaries (6-8 vols.) are edited in Berlin and the letters (8-10 vols.) and other writings (2 vols.) in Detmold. This complete edition aims to be a reliable basis of scholarly debate as well as for the authentic performance practice of Carl Maria von Weber's music. Conforming to the standards of recent historico-critical editions, the textual material will be based on all available authentic sources, accompanied by a detailed documentation of the genesis and a list of variants for each work. The musicological importance of the works will be evaluated by placing them in their historical context, the presentation of their genesis, history and Critical Commentaries. The letters, writings and diaries will be treated as inter-related and relevant to each other in the commentaries, therefore readers should benefit from a wealth of concise information and cross-references.

SKU: CA.2719445

ISBN 9790007137113. Language: Latin.

Giuseppe Verdi's Te Deum for double choir and large orchestra is the most frequently performed work of his Quattro pezzi sacri; composed in 1895/96, the Te Deum was his next to last work. Verdi came to terms intensively and in a very personal manner with the text of the Ambrosian hymn of praise. In a compact formal structure a broad range of styles unfolds, from the monodic beginning in Gregorian chant via large dramatic effects to the soft, doubtful dying away of the conclusion. The work is now published for the first time in a critical edition. Also available in the series Choir & organ. Score available separately - see item CA.2719400.

SKU: HL.14023536

ISBN 9780853607458. UPC: 752187440765.

This collection presents ten songs from the vast repertory of the Victorian and Edwardian Music Hall, from the rich legacy left by the artistes, lyricists and composers who flourished primarily in London in the second half of the 19th century and the first quarter of the 20th century. Arranged for solo or unison singing with choruses arranged for SATB by Geoffrey Brawn. Notes on the songs by Robert Meadwell.

SKU: XC.HRMG2151

UPC: 785147107958.

This vibrant and expressive 3-movement setting delivers a poignant reflection on one of the oldest Christian hymns. It may be performed in Latin or English. Three accompaniment options include organ only; organ, brass, timpani, and percussion (8 players total); or chamber orchestra (14+ players). Duration is approximately 15 minutes, and it is suitable for liturgical or concert settings.

SKU: XC.HRMG2376

UPC: 785147111252.

Irish Blessing features straightforward rhythm and close harmonies of this a cappella setting of a traditional text is a favorite with conductors and choirs alike. Whether chosen for its moving text, its educational value or soaring optional descant, this piece is wonderful choice for both liturgical and concert settings. The comforting refrain Until We Meet Again. unfolds to reveal a rich (and accessible) harmonic palette that allows choirs to work on tuning chords. The optional descant is a wonderful way to showcase a soloist or small group.

SKU: XC.HRMG1947

UPC: 785147103653. English.

I rise on, upward forever, gathering strength, gaining breath, from the spirit of life. A simple melody gradually unfolds over a gentle piano accompaniment, growing into a full, four-part texture expressing Margaret Fuller's uplifting text. Written with emerging ensembles in mind, the vocal ranges are conservative and the melodies are singable. Part-dominant MP3 practice tracks are available as multi-user bundles (includes all parts for the selected arrangement and allows file sharing within the choir) as well as single-user versions (licensed to the purchaser only, file sharing is prohibited). The accompaniment MP3 download includes both a fully produced version and a piano-only version.  .