SKU: HL.49045940

Artfully combining the old with the new - that is one of the hallmarks of Alwin M. Schronen. That this versatile balancing actor andbearer of numerous compositional prizes succeeds in mastering this artistic balancing act, he proves once again in his sacred choralcomposition Hodie Christus natus est. This Latin-speaking work for 8-part mixed choir a cappella (SSAATTBB) is based on the antiphonto the Magnificat of the Christmas Vespers. Schronen opens his Christmas song with the literal intonation of the traditional Gregorian melody. After this beginning, alternating between male and female voices, the composer lets the entire choir join in the jubilation of thanks for the birth of Jesus. He manages to lift the listener with his very own musical language in other heavenly realms. A wonderful, but at the same time vocally demanding piece of music, which is equally suitable for the use of church music asit is for concert use.

SKU: EC.9238

UPC: 600313492389. English.

Another movement from Titration, this piece explores the connection that we all have to one another. Although there is significant divisi, the piece is rewarding to advanced choirs.

SKU: CA.7070110

ISBN 9790007252274. German/English. Text: Meyer, Conrad Ferdinand.

“Friede auf Erden” op. 13 is regarded as Arnold Schoenberg’s last tonal composition and is one of the few choral works of the Second Viennese School. On the same day that he completed his op. 13, Schoenberg made the first sketches for his 2nd String Quartet, a key work in atonal music. Although Schoenberg later orchestrated “Friede auf Erden”, he intended the piece to be performed unaccompanied.
To help rehearsing the work, this choral score contains the piano transcription made by Anton Webern for use in rehearsals for the planned first performance. The text for op. 13 is a secular Christmas poem by Conrad Ferdinand Meyer. At the time of its composition (1907), Schoenberg thought the vision of a “reine Harmonie unter Menschen” (pure harmony amongst people) described in the poem was conceivable, but he later distanced himself from this idea. What remained is a composition of great artistic power and depth – a real showpiece for ambitious choirs!. Score available separately - see item CA.7070100.

SKU: CF.CM9419

ISBN 9780825898174. UPC: 798408098179. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Text: Christina Rossetti. Christina Rossetti.

Ramsey's setting of this well-known holiday text is one of simplistic beauty. Carol-like at times, In the Bleak Midwinter is replete with opportunities for choirs to experiment with shifts in vocal color in the dramatic moments Ramsey masterfully crafts within the piece.

SKU: HL.49030469

ISBN 9790220121982. 8.25x11.75x0.154 inches. English.

One of Martland's most popular works, often broadcast on BBC Radio 3, this brilliant and joyful piece culminates in a full-throttled version of the famous 'Sumer is i-cumen in'.

SKU: GI.G-7756

UPC: 785147775607. English. Text source: Based on Revelation. Text by Glenn Burleigh. Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Isaiah 9:6, Romans 14:11, Philippians 4:7, Revelation 5:5, Revelation 11:15, Revelation 17:14, Revelation 19:16.

Glenn Burleigh offers this majestic SATB divisi setting for Christ the King. Based on scripture from Revelation the piece begins with an impassioned proclamation, “And the government shall be upon his shoulders and his name shall be called Jesus.” It then steadily builds throughout, leading to an exciting and dramatic conclusion.

SKU: GI.G-6188

English.

A thrilling blockbuster of praise for SSAA and TTBB choirs. Except for a very brief contrapuntal “Alleluia” section, the piece moves forward with big block chords, changing dynamics, and tempos to its brilliant, highsweeping, final cadence. A great anthem of praise for developed voices or combined choirs. Wow!