Artemis Fanfare - Intermédiaire De Haske Publications
Fanfare Band - Grade 3 SKU: BT.DHP-1053854-120 Fulnaho. Brilliant ...(+)
Fanfare Band - Grade 3
SKU:
BT.DHP-1053854-120
Fulnaho. Brilliant
Marches. March. Score
Only. Composed 2005. 28
pages. De Haske
Publications #DHP
1053854-120. Published by
De Haske Publications
(BT.DHP-1053854-120).
9x12 inches.
English-German-French-Dut
ch.
Artemis is the
Greek goddess of hunting
and forests. In western
art she is often pictured
with deer, lions or bears
with a bow in her hand.
The tempo of this march
is stately and the themes
are
“concertanteâ€
in character making
Artemis best suited as a
concert march rather than
a street march.
Technically this march is
not too difficult
although at times some
dexterous fingering is
necessary. The trio
melody is especially
lyrical and offers
various sections within
the band the possibility
to show off their skill
in playing the expressive
melody. This excellent
new concert march is sure
to become a classic and
be performed time and
time again.
Het
tempo van deze mars is
statig en de
thema’s zijn
concertant van karakter:
Artemis is dus
eerder geschikt als
concertmars dan als
loopmars. Technisch is
dit werk niet erg lastig
om spelen, al wordt af en
toe wel wat
vingervaardigheidvereist.
De triomelodie is echter
uitgesproken lyrisch en
biedt diverse secties
binnen het orkest de
mogelijkheid om zich
melodisch en expressief
te etaleren. Een
aangenaam klinkende en
prima speelbare
concertmars!
Artem
is ist die griechische
Göttin der Jagd und
der Wälder. Jan Van
der Roost ließ sich
zum wiederholten Male von
der griechischen
Mythologie inspirieren
und komponierte diesen
Marsch mit
gemäßigtem Tempo
und konzertanten Themen.
Obwohl technisch nicht
sehr schwer, erfordert er
doch stellenweise etwas
Fingerfertigkeit. Der
Trio-Teil ist jedoch
besonders lyrisch und
bietet verschiedenen
Registern des
Blasorchesters die
Möglichkeit, sich in
Melodie und Ausdruck zu
beweisen. Kurz gesagt ist
Artemis ein
ausgezeichneter und gut
spielbarer Konzertmarsch,
der viele Blasorchester
anspricht.
Artemis è la Dea
greca della natura
selvatica e della caccia.
Nella cultura
occidentale, è spesso
rappresentata armata di
arco e frecce e
circondata da cervi,
leoni e orsi. Evolvendosi
su un tempo maestoso e
sviluppando temi centrali
dal carattere
concertante, Artemis
rientra nella linea delle
grandi marce da concerto.
Ad eccezione di qualche
passaggio che necessita
una maggiore scioltezza
delle dita, il brano
contiene solo poche
difficolt tecniche.
Artemis è un pezzo
brillante adatto alla
maggior parte delle
bande.
Basso (cello/double bass) (solo: db - 0.2.2.2.(bsn ad lib.) - 2.2.0.0 - timp(ad ...(+)
Basso (cello/double bass)
(solo: db - 0.2.2.2.(bsn
ad lib.) - 2.2.0.0 -
timp(ad lib.) - hps -
str(vl obl))
SKU:
BR.OB-15114-26
With violino obbligato
- Urtext. Composed by
Franz Anton Hoffmeister.
Edited by Tobias
Glockler. Stapled.
Orchester-Bibliothek
(Orchestral Library).
In Cooperation with G.
Henle Verlag
Solo
concerto; Classical.
Part. 8 pages. Duration
18'. Breitkopf and
Haertel #OB 15114-26.
Published by Breitkopf
and Haertel
(BR.OB-15114-26).
ISBN
9790004339817. 10 x 12.5
inches.
Thanks to
its imaginative richness
and sterling writing,
Hoffmeister's Double Bass
Concerto No. 1 has
advanced to the rank of a
popular audition
concerto. But when
compared with the
transmitted sources, the
previously available
first edition of 1966
proved to be filled with
errors. Tobias Glockler,
double-bass player of the
Dresdner Philharmonie,
now presents a reliable
Urtext in this edition.
Through his competence as
an instrumentalist, he
even goes considerably
further and offers
various performance
possibilities: the solo
part can be played not
only in solo and
orchestral tuning, but
also in the historical
Viennese tuning. The
C-major version, which is
offered on hire, allows
performances in
orchestral tuning. The
orchestral material in D
major (sales material) is
suited to the other two
tunings. A beautiful and
easy to read score,
elegantly laid-out and
with illuminating and
informative preface
notes. This concerto is
among our most beautiful
classical concerti,
lyrical and inventive. It
is a great pleasure to
see our classical
repertoire appear in such
critical editions. (Rob
Nairn in Bass World).
Concert
Band, Grade 4 2:37
Score. Composed by
Andreas Ziegelbä and
ck. Symphonic Dimensions.
Concert, Concert Band.
Softcover. Duration 157
seconds. Hal Leonard
#SDP205-24-01. Published
by Hal Leonard
(HL.4008948).
UPC:
196288281771.
The
Juvavum Fanfare was
composed for the closing
concert of the first
part-time University
course in Wind Orchestra
Conducting at the
renowned Mozarteum
University Salzburg,
which took place from
2019 to 2021 for the
first time. This
celebratory opening
composition is dedicated
to the esteemed course
instructor and conductor,
Martin Fuchsberger, as
well as to all the
graduates who
successfully completed
this program. The name of
the fanfare,
“Juvavum,” derives
from the ancient Roman
name for Salzburg. This
connection to Salzburg is
not only evident in the
premiere of the piece at
the Mozarteum Salzburg
but also in its musical
depth. Thematically, the
initial fanfare and
subsequent lyrical
section draw from the
melody of Salzburg's
regional anthem, “Land
uns'rer Väter.” The
majestic fanfare echoes
the opening intervals of
this anthem. From bar 27
onward, a direct citation
of the melodic theme can
be heard. Both the
fanfare motifs and the
vocal lines of this
anthem are eventually
brought together in an
exhilarating final
ection. The Juvavum
Fanfare is ideally suited
to ceremonially open
concerts and provides an
engaging experience for
both listeners and
musicians alike due to
its appropriate
length.
SKU: GI.G-9088 Sacred. Book (not sheet music). 329 pages. GIA Publication...(+)
SKU: GI.G-9088
Sacred. Book (not sheet
music). 329 pages. GIA
Publications #9088.
Published by GIA
Publications (GI.G-9088).
ISBN 9781622771691.
English.
In 2010
the Congregation for
Divine Worship and the
Discipline of the
Sacraments granted a
recognitio to The Revised
Grail Psalms. This
translation was prepared
as a liturgical
translation intended for
use in the Roman Catholic
Liturgy. Within a year of
its publication,
Christian leaders from
groups beyond the Roman
Catholic Communion
expressed appreciation
for certain aspects of
The Revised Grail Psalms,
particularly the poetic
quality of the text and
the sprung rhythm which
facilitates recitation,
chant, and musical
settings of the texts.
They further inquired if
we might consider
publishing another
edition of The Revised
Grail Psalms, focusing
more directly on the
original Hebrew while yet
seeking a more inclusive
final text of the sort
preferred in the current
worship of their
respective communions.
Thus The Ecumenical Grail
Psalter came to be.
Extracted from the
Introduction to The
Ecumenical Grail Psalter
 Endorsements for The
Ecumenical Grail Psalter
“A lovely
translation! The
Ecumenical Grail Psalter
retains the elegant
simplicity, beauty, and
rhythmic flow of earlier
Grail Psalms. This makes
it ideal for public
reading and singing, as
well as for individual
devotional use. I applaud
the inclusive language,
and I hope it will be
widely read and sung. It
is a wonderful gift to
the Church!â€
—J. Clinton
McCann, Jr. Evangelical
Professor of Biblical
Interpretation Eden
Theological Seminary
“Lyrical in
language with an ear for
the musicality of words,
this fresh revision of
the Grail Psalter voices
the longing, lament, and
lavish praise contained
in the Psalms. I
especially appreciate the
attentiveness to
inclusive language, which
invites women readers and
prayers of these texts to
feel more at home in this
richly hued rhetorical
landscape. The monks of
Conception Abbey have
offered a gift to the
larger ecclesial family,
further shaping our
liturgical life through
engagement with the
Psalter. As a Baptist
theologian and seminary
president, I am deeply
grateful.â€
—Molly T. Marshall
President and Professor
of Theology and Spiritual
Formation Central Baptist
Theological Seminary
“A translation of
the Psalms marked by
noble simplicity,
accessibility, freshness,
and candor. These texts
are beautifully
singable—well
poised for chanting and
singing in a variety of
cultural contexts. They
are also well suited for
devotional and liturgical
reading, inviting
worshipers into the world
of the Psalms with vivid,
uncluttered language. May
this volume be widely
received across Christian
traditions.â€
—John D. Witvliet
Calvin Institute of
Christian Worship Calvin
College and Calvin
Theological Seminary.
Grade 3 SKU: CL.012-4628-01 Composed by Webb. Concert Band. Concert Band ...(+)
Grade 3
SKU:
CL.012-4628-01
Composed by Webb. Concert
Band. Concert Band
Series. Audio recording
available separately
(item CL.WFR395). Extra
full score. Composed
2018. Duration 4 minutes,
3 seconds. Opus III Wind
Orchestra Publications
#012-4628-01. Published
by Opus III Wind
Orchestra Publications
(CL.012-4628-01).
An exciting
showcase designed to
feature your outstanding
clarinet players, Klezmer
is an excellent
introduction into the
rich, emotional and
energetic styles of the
music of Eastern Europe,
most commonly the Jewish
folk tradition. The
lyrical, yet boisterous
dances of Russians,
Romanian Gypsies and
other surrounding
cultures included in this
masterful work will bring
a unique and evocative
style piece well-suited
for concerts and
contests. A sure-fire hit
with audiences, and also
a great selection for
adult community bands.
Brilliant!
3rd
Movement. Composed by
Claude Debussy. Arranged
by M. Ackroyd. Pick and
Mix series. Wonderful
Winds #PXD002. Published
by Wonderful Winds
(WN.PXD002).
ISBN
9790570746224.
Comp
leted in 1893, Debussy's
String Quartet is widely
considered to be a
masterwork of the chamber
music repertory. The 3rd
mvt: Andantino, doucement
expressif seems well
suited to the varying
timbres of the wind
quintet, with its lyrical
themes heard on each of
the five intruments. A
stunning recital piece
for an advanced
ensemble.
Double bass, orchestra (solo: db - 0.2.2.2.(bsn ad lib.) - 2.2.0.0 - timp(ad lib...(+)
Double bass, orchestra
(solo: db - 0.2.2.2.(bsn
ad lib.) - 2.2.0.0 -
timp(ad lib.) - hps -
str(vl obl))
SKU:
BR.OB-15114-03
With violino obbligato
- Urtext. Composed by
Franz Anton Hoffmeister.
Edited by Tobias
Glockler. Solo concerto.
Orchester-Bibliothek
(Orchestral Library).
In Cooperation with G.
Henle Verlag
Solo
concerto; Classical. Solo
part. 4 pages. Duration
18'. Breitkopf and
Haertel #OB 15114-03.
Published by Breitkopf
and Haertel
(BR.OB-15114-03).
ISBN
9790004339763. 10 x 12.5
inches.
Thanks to
its imaginative richness
and sterling writing,
Hoffmeister's Double Bass
Concerto No. 1 has
advanced to the rank of a
popular audition
concerto. But when
compared with the
transmitted sources, the
previously available
first edition of 1966
proved to be filled with
errors. Tobias Glockler,
double-bass player of the
Dresdner Philharmonie,
now presents a reliable
Urtext in this edition.
Through his competence as
an instrumentalist, he
even goes considerably
further and offers
various performance
possibilities: the solo
part can be played not
only in solo and
orchestral tuning, but
also in the historical
Viennese tuning. The
C-major version, which is
offered on hire, allows
performances in
orchestral tuning. The
orchestral material in D
major (sales material) is
suited to the other two
tunings. A beautiful and
easy to read score,
elegantly laid-out and
with illuminating and
informative preface
notes. This concerto is
among our most beautiful
classical concerti,
lyrical and inventive. It
is a great pleasure to
see our classical
repertoire appear in such
critical editions. (Rob
Nairn in Bass World).
Grade 1 SKU: CL.011-1780-00 Composed by J. Spears. Young Concert Band. Co...(+)
Grade 1
SKU:
CL.011-1780-00
Composed by J. Spears.
Young Concert Band.
Command Series. Audio
recording available
separately (item
CL.WFR369). Score and set
of parts. Composed 1984.
C.L. Barnhouse
#011-1780-00. Published
by C.L. Barnhouse
(CL.011-1780-00).
A perfect
contrasting lyrical
number, ideally suited
for the young band
contest or program.
Spears has written an
original folk ballad
which brings out the
lush, colorful sonorities
of the band. Excellent
material for the study of
phrasing and legato.
About C.L.
Barnhouse Command
Series
The
Barnhouse Command Series
includes works at grade
levels 2, 2.5, and 3.
This series is designed
for middle school and
junior high school bands,
as well as high school
bands of smaller
instrumentation or
limited experience.
Command Series
publications have a
slightly larger
instrumentation than the
Rising Band Series, and
are typically of larger
scope, duration, and
musical content.
Full set - Grade 3 SKU: CL.102-4915-00 For Brass Quintet. Composed...(+)
Full set - Grade 3
SKU:
CL.102-4915-00
For
Brass Quintet.
Composed by James
Swearingen. Ensemble.
C.L. Barnhouse
#102-4915-00. Published
by C.L. Barnhouse
(CL.102-4915-00).
This lovely and
flowing lyrical work is
well suited to a wide
variety of performance
and teaching situations.
Scored for traditional
brass quintet (two
trumpets, horn, trombone,
tuba) alternate parts are
included for
trombone/euphonium
(treble or bass)
substituting for horn)
and euphonium treble clef
(sub. for trombone.)
Excellent for festival
and assessment, as well
as quintet performances
of any kind. Beautiful
music!
Grade 1 SKU: CL.024-4765-00 Arranged by Glover. Young Concert Band. Score...(+)
Grade 1
SKU:
CL.024-4765-00
Arranged by Glover. Young
Concert Band. Score and
set of parts. C.L.
Barnhouse #024-4765-00.
Published by C.L.
Barnhouse
(CL.024-4765-00).
Red River
Valley is one of the most
beloved folk songs of the
American west, and this
setting for the Rising
Band series puts it in
the grasp of second year
band students. The
flowing melody is
perfectly suited for
teaching phrasing, tone,
and balance, and the git
‘along backgrounds
contrast while retaining
the flavor of its cowboy
heritage. An excellent
lyrical selection for
young bands.
Fulnaho. Brilliant
Marches. March. Score
Only. Composed 2005. 32
pages. De Haske
Publications #DHP
1053854-140. Published by
De Haske Publications
(BT.DHP-1053854-140).
9x12 inches.
English-German-French-Dut
ch.
Artemis is the
Greek goddess of hunting
and forests. In western
art she is often pictured
with deer, lions or bears
with a bow in her hand.
The tempo of this march
is stately and the themes
are
“concertanteâ€
in character making
Artemis best suited as a
concert march rather than
a street march.
Technically this march is
not too difficult
although at times some
dexterous fingering is
necessary. The trio
melody is especially
lyrical and offers
various sections within
the band the possibility
to show off their skill
in playing the expressive
melody. This excellent
new concert march is sure
to become a classic and
be performed time and
time again.
Het
tempo van deze mars is
statig en de
thema’s zijn
concertant van karakter:
Artemis is dus
eerder geschikt als
concertmars dan als
loopmars. Technisch is
dit werk niet erg lastig
om spelen, al wordt af en
toe wel wat
vingervaardigheidvereist.
De triomelodie is echter
uitgesproken lyrisch en
biedt diverse secties
binnen het orkest de
mogelijkheid om zich
melodisch en expressief
te etaleren. Een
aangenaam klinkende en
prima speelbare
concertmars!
Artem
is ist die griechische
Göttin der Jagd und
der Wälder. Jan Van
der Roost ließ sich
zum wiederholten Male von
der griechischen
Mythologie inspirieren
und komponierte diesen
Marsch mit
gemäßigtem Tempo
und konzertanten Themen.
Obwohl technisch nicht
sehr schwer, erfordert er
doch stellenweise etwas
Fingerfertigkeit. Der
Trio-Teil ist jedoch
besonders lyrisch und
bietet verschiedenen
Registern des
Blasorchesters die
Möglichkeit, sich in
Melodie und Ausdruck zu
beweisen. Kurz gesagt ist
Artemis ein
ausgezeichneter und gut
spielbarer Konzertmarsch,
der viele Blasorchester
anspricht.
Artemis è la Dea
greca della natura
selvatica e della caccia.
Nella cultura
occidentale, è spesso
rappresentata armata di
arco e frecce e
circondata da cervi,
leoni e orsi. Evolvendosi
su un tempo maestoso e
sviluppando temi centrali
dal carattere
concertante, Artemis
rientra nella linea delle
grandi marce da concerto.
Ad eccezione di qualche
passaggio che necessita
una maggiore scioltezza
delle dita, il brano
contiene solo poche
difficolt tecniche.
Artemis è un pezzo
brillante adatto alla
maggior parte delle
bande.
Extra full score - Grade 3 SKU: CL.102-4915-01 For Brass Quintet. ...(+)
Extra full score - Grade
3
SKU:
CL.102-4915-01
For
Brass Quintet.
Composed by James
Swearingen. Ensemble.
C.L. Barnhouse
#102-4915-01. Published
by C.L. Barnhouse
(CL.102-4915-01).
This lovely and
flowing lyrical work is
well suited to a wide
variety of performance
and teaching situations.
Scored for traditional
brass quintet (two
trumpets, horn, trombone,
tuba) alternate parts are
included for
trombone/euphonium
(treble or bass)
substituting for horn)
and euphonium treble clef
(sub. for trombone.)
Excellent for festival
and assessment, as well
as quintet performances
of any kind. Beautiful
music!
Grade 1 SKU: CL.011-1780-02 Composed by J. Spears. Young Concert Band. Ex...(+)
Grade 1
SKU:
CL.011-1780-02
Composed by J. Spears.
Young Concert Band. Extra
score. Composed 1984.
C.L. Barnhouse
#011-1780-02. Published
by C.L. Barnhouse
(CL.011-1780-02).
A perfect
contrasting lyrical
number, ideally suited
for the young band
contest or program.
Spears has written an
original folk ballad
which brings out the
lush, colorful sonorities
of the band. Excellent
material for the study of
phrasing and legato.
(Voice and Piano) SKU: HL.48181756 Composed by Jacques-Francois Ibert. Le...(+)
(Voice and Piano)
SKU:
HL.48181756
Composed
by Jacques-Francois
Ibert. Leduc. Classical.
Softcover. 4 pages.
Alphonse Leduc #AL21631.
Published by Alphonse
Leduc (HL.48181756).
UPC: 888680862930.
0.059 inches.
?Song
to Ladylove? is the
second volume of the Don
Quixote songs, a set of
four songs by Jacques
Ibert. Written for Voice
and Piano, on a poem by
Alexandra Arnoux, it
features two verses and a
chorus. The lyrics, in
French, are about love,
and the chorus explains
that a day is like a year
when you can?t see your
lover. The song could be
played and sung by
intermediate musician.
The full series features:
1. Chanson du depart de
Don Quichotte / Song for
Don Quixotte?s departure
2. Chanson a Dulcinee /
Song to Ladylove 3.
Chanson du Duc / Duke?s
song 4. Chanson de la
mort de Don Quixotte /
Song for Don Quixotte?s
death Jacques Ibert
(1890-1962) also composed
many symphonic suites,
operas and seven
orchestras, including
'Angelique' (1926) and
'Divertissement' (1930).
He also was in charge of
the Accademie de France
in the Villa Medicis
(Roma) and was later
administrator for the
Paris Opera..
Composed by Stephanie Mabey. Arranged by Thomas Fettke. This edition: SoundTrax ...(+)
Composed by Stephanie
Mabey. Arranged by Thomas
Fettke. This edition:
SoundTrax CD. Choral
Octavo; Performance Music
Ensemble; Single Titles.
Alfred Choral Designs.
Secular. CD. Alfred Music
#00-47186. Published by
Alfred Music (AP.47186).
Composed by Stephanie Mabey. Arranged by Thomas Fettke. Performance Music Ensemb...(+)
Composed by Stephanie
Mabey. Arranged by Thomas
Fettke. Performance Music
Ensemble; Single Titles.
Alfred Choral Designs.
Secular. Choral Octavo.
12 pages. Alfred Music
#00-47185. Published by
Alfred Music (AP.47185).
Composed by Stephanie
Mabey. Arranged by Thomas
Fettke. Performance Music
Ensemble; Single Titles.
Alfred Choral Designs.
Secular. Choral Octavo.
12 pages. Alfred Music
#00-47184. Published by
Alfred Music (AP.47184).
UPC: 038081540009.
English.
Stephanie
Mabey's uplifting lyrics
ask each of us to
consider our own unique
place in life's symphony.
A gorgeous piano
accompaniment supports
the sweeping voice parts,
which are well suited to
choirs of any age or
ability. Looking for an
inspirational model
performance? Be sure to
seek out American Idol
star David Archuleta's
stellar recording.
About Alfred
Choral
Designs
Th
e Alfred Choral Designs
Series provides student
and adult choirs with a
variety of secular choral
music that is useful,
practical, educationally
appropriate, and a
pleasure to sing. To that
end, the Choral Designs
series features original
works, folk song
settings, spiritual
arrangements, choral
masterworks, and holiday
selections suitable for
use in concerts,
festivals, and
contests.
Guitar - Intermediate SKU: CZ.9798879136494 Composed by Various. Arranged...(+)
Guitar - Intermediate
SKU:
CZ.9798879136494
Composed by Various.
Arranged by Larry Newman.
Book. Children's Music
Workshop #9798879136494.
Published by Children's
Music Workshop
(CZ.9798879136494).
ISBN
9798879136494.
Disc
over Jazz Hymns â
where cherished hymns
meet the vibrant world of
jazz! Immerse yourself in
the timeless essence of
twenty beloved hymns, now
adorned with
sophisticated jazz
harmonies, designed to be
easily performed by music
enthusiasts of all
levels. This unique
collection features
classics like 'Amazing
Grace,' 'How Great Thou
Art,' and 'What a Friend
We Have in Jesus,' each
thoughtfully arranged to
blend tradition with the
allure of contemporary
jazz. Featuring beautiful
arrangements, online
audio mp3s and included
lyrics, this book is a
comprehensive resource
for both musicians and
congregations
alike. Ideal for
church services, personal
devotion, or musical
gatherings, these hymns
resonate with a newfound
energy while honoring
their sacred roots.
Elevate the ambiance of
your gatherings and
infuse them with the rich
melodies and fresh
harmonies found within
Jazz Hymns. Embrace
the beauty of tradition
reimagined and experience
the joy of playing these
timeless hymns, perfectly
suited for musicians
seeking a harmonious
blend of classic and
modern influences Jazz
Hymns is available is
editions for flute, oboe,
clarinet, saxophone,
trumpet, trombone,
violin, viola, cello,
guitar and solo
piano.
Arranged by Michael
Yannette. Performance
Music Ensemble; Single
Titles. Lawson-Gould.
Folk; Multicultural;
Secular; World. Choral
Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred
Music #00-50287.
Published by Alfred Music
(AP.50287).
UPC:
038081574578. English.
Michael
Yannette.
Translati
on: I am one with the
great spirit. Equally
suited for mixed, treble,
or tenor-bass choirs,
this flexible arrangement
opens with a Native
American flute, the
sounds of flowing water,
and tuned singing bowls.
Next, two robust solo
voices introduce the core
sections: the traditional
melody with Eastern Band
Cherokee Indian lyrics;
and an original
English-text refrain that
later pairs with the
authentic tune. Please
visit alfred.com for
complete background
information and
performance suggestions
for this stunning
selection which premiered
at the 2022 ACDA Southern
Region Conference.
Choir Sacred Choir SATB, Organ (SATB choir) SKU: PE.EP73460 Composed by A...(+)
Choir Sacred Choir SATB,
Organ (SATB choir)
SKU: PE.EP73460
Composed by Alexander
Levine. Edited by Henry
Vaughan. Choral Works
(Sacred). Edition Peters.
Choral Octavo. 24 pages.
Edition Peters
#98-EP73460. Published by
Edition Peters
(PE.EP73460).
ISBN
9790577019512. 297 x
210mm inches.
English.
The
text comes from the pen
of the
seventeenth-century Welsh
poet Henry Vaughan, a
leading metaphysical
voice during the
Commonwealth period
(1649-1660), when the
republican government of
Oliver Cromwell banned
the Anglican
Church.
Christ's
Nativity wa
s commissioned by the
Cathedral Choral Society
of Washington D.C. with
support from the Richard
Wayne Dirksen Memorial
Endowment Fund. The
selected lyrics by Welsh
poet Henry Vaughan
fascinated me immensely
and therfore prompted me
to think about a specific
musical environment for
the piece, best suited
for merging the music
into this wonderful
poetic landscape. This
poetry brings about a
strong mixture of the
Evangelical mystery of
Christ's Nativity,
mystically evoked by
Nature, and at the same
time reveals the optimism
and drama of an ordinary
individual that any human
being can easily identify
with.