SKU: MN.70-102

UPC: 688670701023. English.

Movement II from the Suite on the Nativity

Based on 14th and 15th century German carol tunes for SATB chorus, SA voices (children's chorus) and chamber orchestra (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Trumpet in C, Harp, Timpani, Chimes, Glockenspiel, Triangle, and Strings) in six movements. Performance time of entire suite approximately 15 minutes.

SKU: GI.G-6002

English, Spanish. Text Source: Adapt. from Rite of Dedication, tr. Jaime Cortez; Translation: Jaime Cortez.

It's true that most pastoral musicians never face the challenge of choosing music for the Rite of Dedication of a Church. For those who do, this can be a once-in-a-lifetime event! Specific music is required and the assembly must be educated and prepared for this blessed occasion. In David Kauffman's collection Bless This Church, the same melodic line graces each of the six different texts (each in English and in Spanish) used for the rites of dedication. The repetitive, wonderfully singable tune serves the assembly well, making it easy for the congregation to fully participate in this unique event. Use all six pieces or just one. Assembly reprint boxes in Spanish and in English are included in the music collection. Each and every parish dedicating a new space needs to consider this practical and inspired collection! CONTENTS: Litany of the Saints/Letania de los Santos - Depositing of the Relics/Deposito de las Reliquias - Anointing of the Altar and the Walls/ Unción del Altar y de los Muros - Incensation of the Altar and the Church/Incienso del Altar y la Iglesia - Lighting of the Altar and the Church/ Iluminación del Altar y la Iglesia - Inauguration of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel/Inauguración de la Capilla del Santisimo Sacramento.

SKU: MN.60-6114

UPC: 688670661143. English.

From the mysterious to the glorious, Biery perfectly captures the wide-ranging moods of this text, set to the enduring tune EBENEZER. This hymn concertato was written for the Schola Cantorum of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Indiana in observance of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. So, it's no surprise that the setting has considerable sweep and gravitas, with some fresh harmonic twists. A beautiful choir-only section spans stanzas three and four in major tonalities that nicely complement the staid minor of the rest of the hymn. The sixth and final stanza is unison with descant and concludes with a choir Alleluia and Amen. Stirring and majestic. Duration 4:00.

SKU: MN.70-105

UPC: 688670701054. German.

Movement V from the Suite on the Nativity

Based on 14th and 15th century German carol tunes for SATB chorus, SA voices (children's chorus) and chamber orchestra (Fute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Trumpet in C, Harp, Timpani, Chimes, Glockenspiel, Triangle, and Strings) in six movements. Performance time of entire suite approximately 15 minutes.

SKU: CA.1002505

ISBN 9790007145835. Text language: German.

Johann Heinrich Rolle was born in 1716 in Quedlinburg. In 1752 he was appointed music director of the city of Magedburg. The cantata Siehe Finsternis bedeckt das Erdreich und Dunkel der Volker was written for the feast of Christmas. We do not know the year of its first performance. The libretto is by Johann Samuel Patzke. The cantata comprises six movements, framed by an extended and festively-orchestrated opening chorus and a simple four-part chorale movement. The first movement, with its unusual harmonies and contrasting tempi, is very distinctive. Score available separately - see item CA.1002500.

SKU: CA.1002519

ISBN 9790007145842. Language: German.

Johann Heinrich Rolle was born in 1716 in Quedlinburg. In 1752 he was appointed music director of the city of Magedburg. The cantata Siehe Finsternis bedeckt das Erdreich und Dunkel der Volker was written for the feast of Christmas. We do not know the year of its first performance. The libretto is by Johann Samuel Patzke. The cantata comprises six movements, framed by an extended and festively-orchestrated opening chorus and a simple four-part chorale movement. The first movement, with its unusual harmonies and contrasting tempi, is very distinctive. Score and parts available separately - see item CA.1002500.

SKU: CA.1002511

ISBN 9790007189211. Text language: German.

Johann Heinrich Rolle was born in 1716 in Quedlinburg. In 1752 he was appointed music director of the city of Magedburg. The cantata Siehe Finsternis bedeckt das Erdreich und Dunkel der Volker was written for the feast of Christmas. We do not know the year of its first performance. The libretto is by Johann Samuel Patzke. The cantata comprises six movements, framed by an extended and festively-orchestrated opening chorus and a simple four-part chorale movement. The first movement, with its unusual harmonies and contrasting tempi, is very distinctive. Score and part available separately - see item CA.1002500.

SKU: CA.1002500

ISBN 9790007145811. Text language: German.

Johann Heinrich Rolle was born in 1716 in Quedlinburg. In 1752 he was appointed music director of the city of Magedburg. The cantata Siehe Finsternis bedeckt das Erdreich und Dunkel der Volker was written for the feast of Christmas. We do not know the year of its first performance. The libretto is by Johann Samuel Patzke. The cantata comprises six movements, framed by an extended and festively-orchestrated opening chorus and a simple four-part chorale movement. The first movement, with its unusual harmonies and contrasting tempi, is very distinctive.

SKU: CA.1002503

ISBN 9790007145828. Text language: German.

Johann Heinrich Rolle was born in 1716 in Quedlinburg. In 1752 he was appointed music director of the city of Magedburg. The cantata Siehe Finsternis bedeckt das Erdreich und Dunkel der Volker was written for the feast of Christmas. We do not know the year of its first performance. The libretto is by Johann Samuel Patzke. The cantata comprises six movements, framed by an extended and festively-orchestrated opening chorus and a simple four-part chorale movement. The first movement, with its unusual harmonies and contrasting tempi, is very distinctive. Score available separately - see item CA.1002500.