SKU: HL.1197758

UPC: 196288134886. 6.75x10.5x0.045 inches.

Here's a choral fantasy on the traditional African American spiritual, “Soon I Will Be Done.” The grave Wagnerian opening sets the stage for the fiery main theme of the piece–a triplet feeling motif in the lower piano that continues under each chorus statement of the melody. The choir re-enters in the role of the “orchestra” in the second chorus with a haunting legato counter melody that leads up to the first verse. Each verse should have a Gospel/Stride feel with the choir, particularly the upper voices, switching to a more Gospel sound and rhythmic feel. The A sections should be performed with aggression and angst to contrast the calm legato middle section. That middle section is our musical prayer of hope that, like the sentiment of this Spiritual, will continue to live in our hearts despite the sometimes difficult realities of life.

SKU: HL.1197417

UPC: 196288134503. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

“Lord of life, beneath the dome of the universe, Thy home, gather us who seek Thy face to the fold of Your embrace this Sabbath Day” - a text honoring the fourth commandment in a choral setting. Anwar Ottley's sensitive a cappella adaptation of this hymn, imbued with richness and warmth, is unpretentious yet distinctive enough to interest advanced ensembles.

SKU: HL.1197755

UPC: 196288134855. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.

Richard Burchard's carefully-crafted setting of “No Longer Mourn” gives vivid, melodic life to William Shakespeare's text, which is beautifully supported by profound harmonic fullness. A richly satisfying piece for chamber, college, and community choirs alike.