SKU: HL.14008939

ISBN 9780853609551. 8.25x11.75x0.178 inches.

The Blue Rose Variations is one of several works in which the composer has drawn on ragtime and blues. The organ work is based on two transformations of the popular piano piece To A Wild Rose (Woodland Sketches, Op.51 No.1) by the American composer, Edward MacDowell (1860-1908). During the course of the Variations, To A Wild Rose appears as a blues and also as a classical rag, often as both together. The sections are Theme: a quiet blues; Variation I: a pedal solo in varied metres based on the blues in fast tempo; Variation II: the first appearance of the rag as a background to the blues as a 2' pedal solo; Variation III: a version of Variation I now involving manuals too; Variation IV: another blues solo against the rag; Variation V: another version of Variation I with the pedal solo almost entirely transferred to the manuals; Variation VI: a final confrontation between the blues and the rag, now much decorated. First performed in New York in April 1986. Duration c.15 mins.

SKU: HL.35027934

UPC: 884088570576. 5x5 inches. Pamela Stewart/Joseph M. Martin.

Uses: Christmas, Epiphany

Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:1

Here is a graceful carol from the celebrated cantata The Winter Rose. The Catalonian melody is pure grace and is set with sensitivity and festivity as the piece moves from quiet joy to jubilant celebration. The amazing orchestral accompaniment brings out the colorful piano part making this piece useful for choirs of any size and accomplishment.

SKU: HL.1145673

ISBN 9781705185353. UPC: 196288117483. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.

Victor Johnson's expressive writing continues with this SATB setting of Swinburne's poetic work. Layered harmonic writing above a sophisticated accompaniment creates musical pictures of the romantic text: “If love were what the rose is, and I were like the leaf, our lives would grow together....” A gorgeous selection for concert or contest.

SKU: HL.35029364

UPC: 884088956233. 5x5 inches.

Uses: Lent, Holy Week, Good Friday, Valentine's Day

Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:1; Ephesians 5:2; Isaiah 35:1

This Shawnee classic is now available in SATB and SAB voicings along with a full orchestration or StudioTrax option. Using “The Rose” as a sacred metaphor, the life of Christ is told with artful poetry and music. This anthem is easily learned but hard to forget. With simple imagery, a winsome melody and singable harmonies, this tender offering touches the heart with a message of divine love. Score & Parts for Flt 1&2, Oboe, Clarinet 1&2, Bassoon, Horn 1&2 (sub. Alto Sax 1&2), Tpt 1, Tpt 2&3, Tbone 1&2, Bass Tbone/Tuba, Timp, Perc 1&2, Harp, Vln 1&2, Viola, Cello, Double Bass.