Comédie-ballet in three Acts. Par RAMEAU JEAN-PHILIPPE. This edition presents a further dramatic jewel for the stage by Jean-Philippe Rameau. It comes with a vocal score for study and rehearsals as well as with a compilation of the purely instrumental parts for performance as a suite in the concert hall. In view of the wealth of the work’s musical treasures and the stylistic innovations – similar to the “Boréades” – the rather frosty reception of the premiere series in the spring of 1760 seems completely incomprehensible to us today. It led to this Comédie ballet not being performed until well into the 20th century. The story that the ballet tells is based on a fable by La Fontaine, “Le Petit chien qui secoue de l’argent et des pierreries” (i.e. “The little dog who shakes silver and stones”). In medieval Veneto, the guardian Anselme undermines the love affairs of his ward Argies. Scenes of tragic expression are contrasted with folk-comic ones: and last but not least, the sexually ambiguous fairy Manto may have caused difficulties for the bold work at the Paris Opéra. The critical new edition published as part of the “Opera omnia Rameau” series offers the final version, supplemented in the appendix by the variants of the original version. Since “Les Paladins” remained unpublished during Rameau’s lifetime and was also not included in the “Œuvres complètes”, this is the first edition of the work. It satisfies both scholarly demand and the practical needs of musicians./ Répertoire / Chant et Piano

Uses: General Lent Scripture: John 3:16 - I John 3:1 - I John 4:7-11 A treasured sacred text receives a striking new setting in this anthem. An expressive arching melody and familiar words paint a picture of divine mercy and boundless love. Lush harmonies add color and depth while the anthem explores a number of interesting transitions giving the director ample opportunity to connect the choir with the wonders of musicality and message. Five stars! Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn hn 1-2 tpt 1-3 tbn 1-2 btbn/tba timp perc 1-2 hp pno vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.

A contemporary setting of a fifteenth-century text in which unison lines and gentle piano accompaniment give way to a quiet a cappella setting.

Written in a medium-tempo funk style this hit recorded by Bruno Mars continues his trend of catchy tunes with an old school R&B sound. Beautifully adapted by Paul Murtha in this version for young jazz groups.

Cette composition s?inspire du roman d?aventure L?Île au trésor de l?écrivain écossais Robert Louis Stevenson. La musique ne raconte pas l?histoire elle-même mais esquisse plutôt certains événements et l?ambiance générale du livre en quatre mouvements consécutifs.

A much-needed new setting to this ageless text. Do not be daunted by the divisi: the voice leading moves tonally harmonically and logically. This lush a cappella composition is accessible to choirs of all sizes. Usablethroughout the year but especially for Ash Wednesday or Stewardship services. Available: SATB divisi a cappella.

Innovative and refreshing this unique approach will tickle the ears and impact the heart. Written with special vocal effects throughout your ensemble is treated instrumentally while the lyrics float above carrying the message of stewardship to the gathered. Appropriate for smaller vocal praise teams or for larger choirs this lesson from scripture will be long remembered.