SATB choir, assembly, piano reduction - Early intermediate

SKU: GI.G-9014

Composed by Philipp Nicolai. Arranged by Johann Sebastian Bach. Advent 1 A, Advent 1 B, Advent 1 C, Advent 2 A, Advent 3 C, Advent 4 A, Advent 4 B, Advent 4 C. Christmas. Tune Name: Wachet Auf. Sacred. Octavo. 4 pages. GIA Publications #9014. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9014).

UPC: 785147901402. English. Text Source: 'Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme' Translation: Christopher Idle. Text: Phillip Nicolai.

Nearly every classically trained pastoral musician will recognize the tune by Philipp Nicolai and the harmonization of J. S. Bach. Lynn Trapp here offers the assembly a way to join in this venerable Advent hymn by providing them an appropriate (and familiar sounding) refrain to slip in between the major phrases of the hymn. The verses are sung by cantor or choir or both.

SATB choir, keyboard accompaniment, flute, violin - Early intermediate

SKU: GI.G-8036

Composed by Philipp Nicolai. Edited by Patrick M. Liebergen. Arranged by Johann Kuhnau. Christmastide, Epiphany. Choral. Tune Name: Wie Schön Leuchtet. Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. GIA Publications #8036. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-8036).

UPC: 785147803607. English. Text Source: 'Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern' Translation: Catherine Winkworth. Text by Phillip Nicolai.

Although a part for flute (or violin) is provided to emphasize the hymn tune, there are other creative instrumental opportunities to explore. Use a cello or bassoon for the bass accompaniment line. The organist is encouraged to experiment with different registrations and colors. The tenors will want to be well warmed-up, and the occasional tenuous bass section will appreciate the support from the keyboard. The Flute and Violin parts are optional. .

3-5 octave handbells and organ or optional 3 octave handchimes - Grade 3-

SKU: BP.HB527A

Arranged by Jane McFadden. Handbell choir music. Handbell part. Beckenhorst Press #HB527A. Published by Beckenhorst Press (BP.HB527A).

UPC: 748769395271.

3-5 octave handbell part. Level 3. Wachet Auf by Phillip Nicolai. Jane McFadden brings us this dignified and stately arrangement of the chorale tune Wachet Auf. With organ and handbells playing off one another, it is a wonderful exercise in contrast, balance, and musicality. In the absence of organ, a separate part for handchime choir is available.