SKU: LO.15-3844H
ISBN 9780787774011.
Winner of the 2020 Queens' College MagSoc competition and the 2021 California CDA George Huessenstamm Choral Composition Competition , this floating, dance-like melody set to the Robert Browning poem truly sings. Song-like in nature, the harmonies have a contemporary and subtle jazz character that rings through sentimental text beautifully. Composed as a set of three compositions, also look for Day of Fire and Sun (15/3898H) and Give Me Your Stars to Hold (15/3843L)ire and Sun (15/3842L and Give Me Your Stars to Hold (15/3843L).
SKU: SU.80300167
This supple and mellifluous setting seems to grow from plainchant--its largely stepwise motion grows naturally out of text accents, and individual sections are singled out now and then, for variety in texture. This deceptively simple piece is intelligent and lovely. SSAA a cappella; duration: 2’00; range: a-g; difficulty: medium. SSAA, a cappella Published by: Treble Clef Music Minimum order quantity: 8 copies.
SKU: HL.48024903
UPC: 840126930771.
This setting of Ave Regina c''lorum (Hail, O Queen of Heaven), one of the four Marian antiphons with origins in the 4th century, is ajoyous work for upper voices, suitable for children's or women's choirs. It is full of energy and, although it is largely homophonic, the rhythmic interplay between the parts creates interesting textures which combine with Arnesens recognisable, beautiful harmonic language. The jubilant outer sections contrast with a slower, more mysterious middle section where the text speaks of the Virgin Marys beauty. A joy to both sing and listen to, this new piece will make an attractive addition to a concert or service.
SKU: OU.9780193400955
ISBN 9780193400955. 12 x 8 inches.
for SSAA unaccompanied Originally written for SATB, this hymn to the 'Queen of the Heavens' is a glorious work, replete with dramatic changes of mood and texture. The majestic chords of the opening bars quickly give way to a spirited exchange between the voices. This pattern of contrasts is repeated throughout the piece before the final jubilant chords fade away to pianissimo. This is an approachable and rewarding motet, appropriate for any time of the year and in particular, the Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Eastertide. The original SATB version of Regina Caeli has also been recorded by the renowned American choir, the Phoenix Chorale, and released on a Grammy award-winning CD by Chandos (Spotless Rose CHSA 5066).
