Full orchestra

SKU: LO.30-4037L

Composed by Pepper Choplin. Arranged by Michael Lawrence. Choral, cantatas. Christmas. Conductor's score. Lorenz Publishing Company #30/4037L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.30-4037L).

UPC: 000308159967.

Ballads have been used throughout history to tell a story through music. Pepper Choplin has long used his signature musical voice to tell the meaningful stories of our faith, so it’s especially fitting that he’s brought the timeless story of Christmas alive once more with The Ballad of Bethlehem. Available for SATB or SAB choirs with rehearsal aids and accompaniment options ranging from piano only to a thrilling full orchestra written by Michael Lawrence to recorded tracks, this stunning cantata dramatically moves from a recollection of ancient prophecies through the quiet manger scene to its joyous conclusion featuring a rousing call to “Shout with the Shepherds!” This season, let the folk-like energy of Pepper Choplin’s unique voice bring The Ballad of Bethlehem to you and your listeners. “O sing a ballad of Bethlehem. I want to hear it once more. I love that story so often told to generations before.”.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.42075

Composed by Renata Bratt. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Alternatives. Meters; Rock. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 1:10. Highland/Etling #00-42075. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.42075).

UPC: 038081472089. English.

This blast to the past will motivate, captivate, and elevate your students with old school '60s soul sound, an infectious, danceable rhythm, and a triumphant finish. Written in 12/8, the tune begins with a ballad-like introduction for solo cello and then moves around the sections. Each instrument has a chance to improvise or solo in the written-out solo section. Authentic sounding riffs, complete with grace notes and a shout chorus, add to the fun of compound meter rock. A sure audience pleaser and a terrific end to a concert or first half! (1:10).