Choral SATB Choir and Piano

SKU: CF.CM9740

Composed by Mark Burrows. 16 pages. Duration 4 minutes, 22 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9740. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9740).

ISBN 9781491161203. UPC: 680160919789. Key: Bb major. English. Siegfried Sasson.

Everyone suddenly burst out singing; And I was filled with such delight As prisoned birds must find in freedom... These opening lines to Everyone Sang by the British war poet Siegfried Sassoon feel as relevant today as they did when the poem was first published in 1919. It was after the end of World War I and these words capture so much of the collective exhilaration, relief, and pure joy about the Great War finally coming to an end. And yet Sassoon himself felt none of that when he wrote this poem. In his own words, he was feeling dull-minded and depressed. Perhaps his time in the trenches was still too recent. One of the reasons the creative arts are so powerful is that a poet like Sassoon (or a painter like Van Gogh or a composer like Mahler) can take their own feelings of deep sadness or pain and transform them into something beautiful, even uplifting. Everyone Sang is a celebration of the promise that things can get better, that there are things worth looking forward to.   The poem itself has so much rhythm and musicality. The appearance of suddenly in the first line of each verse gives those verses a rush of energy. Attention to the crescendo in measure 7, and again in measure 37, from mf to f will help the listener experience that rush. There are expressive opportunities with so many of the poet's bold choices of action words - burst, winging, and shaken. Then there's alliteration - a poetic device that can be overdone, but Sassoon strikes a wonderful balance. Suddenly/singing (measures 6-7 and 10-11) Find/freedom (measure 21-22) Winging/wildly (measure 23) Setting/sun (measures 47-49) Was/wordless (measures 65-75) Give these alliterations just a hint of emphasis (without overdoing) to bring out the natural rhythm of the text.   And just as O is set apart in the poem by punctuation, I wanted the musical setting - in measure 57 - to honor that feeling of wonder - ...O, but Everyone Was a bird; and the song was wordless; the singing will Never be done. Friends, there is so much good ahead, so much to be excited about. May the singing never be done.
Everyone suddenly burst out singingAnd I was filled with such delightAs prisoned birds must find in freedom…These opening lines to Everyone Sang by the British war poet Siegfried Sassoon feel as relevant today as they did when the poem was first published in 1919. It was after the end of World War I and these words capture so much of the collective exhilaration, relief, and pure joy about the “Great War” finally coming to an end. And yet Sassoon himself felt none of that when he wrote this poem. In his own words, he “was feeling dull-minded and depressed.” Perhaps his time in the trenches was still too recent.One of the reasons the creative arts are so powerful is that a poet like Sassoon (or a painter like Van Gogh or a composer like Mahler) can take their own feelings of deep sadness or pain and transform them into something beautiful, even uplifting. Everyone Sang is a celebration of the promise that things can get better, that there are things worth looking forward to. The poem itself has so much rhythm and musicality.The appearance of “suddenly” in the first line of each verse gives those verses a rush of energy. Attention to the crescendo in measure 7, and again in measure 37, from mf to f will help the listener experience that rush.There are expressive opportunities with so many of the poet’s bold choices of action words – burst, winging, and shaken.Then there’s alliteration - a poetic device that can be overdone, but Sassoon strikes a wonderful balance.Suddenly/singing (measures 6-7 and 10-11)Find/freedom (measure 21-22)Winging/wildly (measure 23)Setting/sun (measures 47-49)Was/wordless (measures 65-75)Give these alliterations just a hint of emphasis (without overdoing) to bring out the natural rhythm of the text. And just as “O” is set apart in the poem by punctuation, I wanted the musical setting – in measure 57 - to honor that feeling of wonder –…O, but EveryoneWas a bird; and the song was wordless; the singing willNever be done. Friends, there is so much good ahead, so much to be excited about.May the singing never be done.

Piano (SATB) - early intermediate

SKU: CR.984283

Composed by David von Kampen. Choral. Sacred. Octavo. With music. Concordia Publishing House #984283. Published by Concordia Publishing House (CR.984283).

ISBN 9780758659088. 7 x 10.25 inches.

David von Kampen masterfully crafts the text of Revelation 21:4 - 5 into an inspiring and striking piece for SATB and piano. A variety of compositional techniques—including declamatory writing, polytextuality, and a skillful use of key—connect the biblical text and song powerfully. Smaller choirs can easily adapt this piece for two-part voicing by singing just soprano and tenor in the middle section. Use this piece for Easter Vigil, during the rest of the Easter Season, on All Saints' Day, and for funerals.

Revelation 21:4 - 5 (ESV)

He will wipe away ev'ry tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning nor crying nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.

And He who was seated on the throne said, 'Behold, I am making all things new.'

Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.

Scripture quotation from the ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. All rights reserved. Used by permission.

By Dakers. For Choral Collection: Mixed Choir Paper. Published by Oxford University Press.

The Great Trees: 1. Peace of Wild Things. Composed by Gwyneth W. Walker (1947-). Concerts, Secular, 21st Century. Octavo. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing (EC.7744).

Choral (SATB)

SKU: HL.2050285

Arranged by Camp Kirkland. Praise Gathering Choral. Patriotic. Softcover. 168 pages. Duration 3540 seconds. PraiseGathering #A08435. Published by PraiseGathering (HL.2050285).

UPC: 797242220791. 6.75x10.5x0.411 inches.

The story of our trust in God - our acknowledgment of His intervention in the history of this nation - our experience of faith - our assurance of a loving and gracious Heavenly Father has been shaped by the lives and the testimony of our elders. God told us to “...watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.” Deuteronomy 4:9.

Choral (SATB)

SKU: HL.2050301

Praise Gathering Choral. Easter. Softcover. 96 pages. Duration 2280 seconds. PraiseGathering #A08452. Published by PraiseGathering (HL.2050301).

UPC: 797242269899. 6.75x10.5x0.221 inches.

The haunting words reach to us from antiquity.“The Lord Jesus, on the night He was betrayed, took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, 'This is My body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of Me.' In the same way, after supper He took the cup, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of Me.' For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until He comes.” - I Corinthians 11:23-26Remember. Remember. As commanded, the Israelites have retold the story of the faithfulness of their God for centuries. They have recounted how the blood of the lamb protected them from the angel of death. The world is on the brink of eternal change now, because it is Jesus, the Christ who is saying remember. Remember the things I taught you, remember the trials and the triumphs, remember the promises and the prayers, remember the bread and the wine. God will reclaim His people and it will be forever inscribed on their hearts, sealed by the Master, in His own blood. Remember. Once you encounter the Master, how could you ever forget?

Choral (Single, SATB)

SKU: HP.C6370

Piano Accompaniment. Quick Study Chorals. Original, Thanksgiving, General Worship, Gratefulness. Octavo. 8 pages. Hope Publishing Company #C6370. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.C6370).

UPC: 763628163709. Pepper Choplin.

Original anthem This Quick Study Choral is an original composition with limited 4-part writing, suitable for smaller ensembles, that can be easily learned in a few rehearsals. Well crafted, and briefly quoting OLD 100th, this charming original urges us to embrace the blessings of the Lord, all the things we're thankful for..

By Thomas. For SATB choir. Sacred. Collection. Published by Concordia Publishing House.

By Leroy J. Robertson. For SATB choir and Piano. (Mixed Voices). General. Choral. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing.

Choral SATB Choir

SKU: CF.CM9654

Composed by Mark Burrows. Fold. Performance Score. 12 pages. Duration 4:15. Carl Fischer Music #CM9654. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9654).

ISBN 9781491157268. UPC: 680160915828. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: Ab major. English, English. Julian of Norwich (1342-1416).

Burrows's setting of words of assurance from the English mystic Julian of Norwich (1342-1416) is as relevant today as ever. For the advanced mixed ensemble, the powerful lyrics coupled with gorgeous harmonies make this an optimistic song of hope appropriate throughout the year.
All shall be well, And all shall be well, And all manner of thing shall be well. These words of assurance from the English mystic Julian of Norwich (1342-1416) are as relevant today as ever. During her life, Julian saw her community devastated by the Great Plague as well as deep civil unrest. Yet through all the turmoil came a vision of hope that has given the world this profound text. One of the most striking features is how this short text incorporates so much repetition. It's as if the writer knew she must be gently persistent in order for her optimistic message to truly sink in. The opening section tries to capture musically some of that persistent optimism. Then there is a departure from this optimistic tone (measure 26) The feel becomes more desperate, building to an anguished cry (measure 38), acknowledging the reality that, while all shall be well, things are very much NOT well right now. Eventually the anguish subsides (measure 52) as the music turns back hopeward with the calm assurance, again and again, that all shall be well.
All shall be well,And all shall be well,And all manner of thing shall be well.These words of assurance from the English mystic Julian of Norwich (1342-1416) are as relevant today as ever. During her life, Julian saw her community devastated by the Great Plague as well as deep civil unrest. Yet through all the turmoil came a vision of hope that has given the world this profound text.One of the most striking features is how this short text incorporates so much repetition. It’s as if the writer knew she must be gently persistent in order for her optimistic message to truly sink in.The opening section tries to capture musically some of that persistent optimism.Then there is a departure from this optimistic tone (measure 26) The feel becomes more desperate, building to an anguished cry (measure 38), acknowledging the reality that, while all shall be well, things are very much NOT well right now.Eventually the anguish subsides (measure 52) as the music turns back hopeward with the calm assurance, again and again, that all shall be well.

Composed by Eric Whitacre (1970-). Eric Whitacre Choral. Concert. Octavo. Duration 300 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard

By Colin Mawby. Arranged by Colin Mawby. For Choir. Mixed voices (SATB). Sacred. Book. Published by Kevin Mayhew Publishers (U.K. Import).
Level: Multiple Levels.

Chorus Parts. By Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan, W.S. Gilbert. (SATB). Opera. Size 6.8x10.5 inches. 56 pages. Published by G. Schirmer, Inc.

SATB choir, congregation, organ, brass quintet, timpani and handbells - Late Intermediate

SKU: MN.60-8703A

Composed by Walter L. Pelz. Church Anniversary, Building Dedication, 21st Century, Music. Choral score. MorningStar Music Publishers #60-8703A. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers (MN.60-8703A).

UPC: 688670004506. Scripture: Revelation 21.

Full-blown, BIG scaled festive work! Jaroslav Vajda text based on Revelation 21:5 (Behold, I make all things new) appropriate for church anniversary, special commemoration or festive service. This one's a giant barn-burner! Substantial instrumental introduction lights the fire. New tune (unnamed) by composer. Congregation involved in all 5 stanzas, some completely, some partially. Handbells (4 octaves- 49 bells; 5 octaves- 59 bells) **Organist must play from the full score.