Uses: General Call To Worship YouthScripture: Psalm 147:1; Psalm 92A splendid ...(+)
Uses: General Call To Worship YouthScripture: Psalm 147:1; Psalm 92A splendid anthem for the traditional/transitional church! Hovering between a classic choral and a contemporary praise song thispiece appeals to many demographics. There is a vigorous rhythmic force propelling this praise-worthy number in the unrelenting syncopations and eighth note subdivisions. The contrasting lyricism of the middle section is a lovelyoasis between the driving patterns of the main theme.
O Virgo Virginum by Gabriel Jackson for solo Tenor and SSATB unaccompanied.Follo...(+)
O Virgo Virginum by Gabriel Jackson for solo Tenor and SSATB unaccompanied.Following on from the publication of Jackson's settings of the seven 'O' antiphons under the title Seven Advent Antiphons O Virgo virginum is a setting of the Latin text recognised as the eighth 'O' antiphon and performed as such in many Christian traditions. Jackson's imaginative setting features a melismatic line for tenor soloist and aleatoric writing.
Jay Rouse has captured a pop/R&B groove for this standard from the '60s. Amazing...(+)
Jay Rouse has captured a pop/R&B groove for this standard from the '60s. Amazingly fresh and incredibly fun to sing – now arranged in 4/4 time instead of the usual 3/4 time with the sixteenth note not the eighth note swung. There are opportunities for solo performances with a hint of gospel to finish. Do not miss this stellar arrangement featuring the familiar classic set to a modern groove. Available separately: SATB SAB StudioTrax CD.
The Chandos Anthems were composed by Handel while serving as court musician for ...(+)
The Chandos Anthems were composed by Handel while serving as court musician for the English Duke of Chandos. Master editor Walter Ehret has taken the fairly extended eighth chorus and created a version that will work well forchurch or school. The lively spirit and crisp construction for which Handel is famous rings true with this fine edition. Notes and sources are provided.
Uses: General Call To Worship YouthScripture: Psalm 147:1; Psalm 92A splendid ...(+)
Uses: General Call To Worship YouthScripture: Psalm 147:1; Psalm 92A splendid anthem for the traditional/transitional church! Hovering between a classic choral and a contemporary praise song thispiece appeals to many demographics. There is a vigorous rhythmic force propelling this praise-worthy number in the unrelenting syncopations and eighth note subdivisions. The contrasting lyricism of the middle section is a lovelyoasis between the driving patterns of the main theme.
Jay Rouse has captured a pop/R&B groove for this standard from the '60s. Amazing...(+)
Jay Rouse has captured a pop/R&B groove for this standard from the '60s. Amazingly fresh and incredibly fun to sing – now arranged in 4/4 time instead of the usual 3/4 time with the sixteenth note not the eighth note swung. There are opportunities for solo performances with a hint of gospel to finish. Do not miss this stellar arrangement featuring the familiar classic set to a modern groove. Available separately: SATB SAB StudioTrax CD.
This piece sets a poem by Amy Lowell vividly conveying the effect of the wind t...(+)
This piece sets a poem by Amy Lowell vividly conveying the effect of the wind through a moving tapestry of eighth notes/quavers intertwined between the different voices. The melody floats over this breeze-like ostinato sometimes effervescent sometimes reposed.
Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me is the first single from Elton John's eighth stu...(+)
Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me is the first single from Elton John's eighth studio album Caribou. This song achieved great success upon its second release in 1991 as a duet with George Michael. It reached number 1 in the UK and US singles charts and has been widely covered by prominent artists ever since.This song is a staple inclusion within the beginner choir's repertoire with its simple but effective harmonies and iconic Piano part. The song is arranged here for SATB choir and Piano accompaniment by Simon Foxley and Christopher Hussey.
New Hymns written between 2008 and 2011-Timothy Dudley-Smith is one of the forem...(+)
New Hymns written between 2008 and 2011-Timothy Dudley-Smith is one of the foremost hymn-writers of the Anglican Church with work represented in over 250 hymnals throughout the English-speaking world. Beyond our Dreaming is his eighth collection and includes 36 hymn texts written between 2008 and 2011.
Uses: Christmas Concert Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38 Luke 2:6-8 This pleasing me...(+)
Uses: Christmas Concert Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38 Luke 2:6-8 This pleasing menagerie of carols is a treasure trove of memorable themes that sing It's Christmas! A running eighth note pattern gently leads us into the first carol In the Bleak Midwinter. The approachable SAB voicing provides a gratifying texture that shimmers with hope and promise. The Holly and the Ivy and Once in Royal David's City also make an appearance before quietly winding down to a lovely rendering of the final verse of the treasured Rossetti poem.
This is not your typical arrangement of the well-known classic! A 60's groove tr...(+)
This is not your typical arrangement of the well-known classic! A 60's groove transforms this to appeal to singers of all ages adding a bit of novel flair. Easy vocals and harmonies in a straight eighth feel with a grooving bass line will make this Jule Styne and Sammy Cahn favorite stand out this holiday season.
Discovery Level 1-Using constant and flowing eighth notes in the piano accompani...(+)
Discovery Level 1-Using constant and flowing eighth notes in the piano accompaniment along with overlapping echoes in the voices to mirror the sound of a steady rainfall here is a beautiful setting of the James Joyce poem. The most famous setting of this text was created by American composer Samuel Barber and now we have a setting that is suitable for Middle School singers. Detailed and informative rehearsal notes are included in the page two notes.
Volume 8 - Songs 1928-1930-The critically and editorially authoritative editions...(+)
Volume 8 - Songs 1928-1930-The critically and editorially authoritative editions of the songs of Peter Warlock. This eighth collection spans the years of 1923 and 1924 contains seventeen songs for voice and Piano by Warlock including Seven Songs of Summer. Edited and introduced by Fred Tomlinson.
How Soon? is a work by Nico Muhly for SSAA Choir and Ensemble. Commissioned by e...(+)
How Soon? is a work by Nico Muhly for SSAA Choir and Ensemble. Commissioned by eighth blackbird the Kennesaw State University School of Music and the Anima-Young Singers of Greater Chicago the piece is a setting of George Herbert's poem 'Mortification' and lasts around 10 minutes.
A unique arrangement of one of the all-time great friendship songs - unique beca...(+)
A unique arrangement of one of the all-time great friendship songs - unique because it can be performed with a swing beat OR with even eighth notes! The straightforward treatment means it's easy-to-learn in just a few rehearsals so it's perfect for the beginning or the end of the school year. A good choice for movement.
The incessant eighth note 'rocking' motive in the accompaniment truly sets the m...(+)
The incessant eighth note 'rocking' motive in the accompaniment truly sets the mood for this reflective piece. The confessional text could easily be used during holy week on Passion Sunday or for penitential emphasis. The piece could be successful for a good youth choir as well.
A new classic this eighth century Easter text has been set in a neo-Baroque sty...(+)
A new classic this eighth century Easter text has been set in a neo-Baroque style by Dana Mengel. This light and bouncy resurrection anthem uses lots of imitation between voices to add interest and is sung a cappella calling tomind the sacred music of old. But “Sing an Alleluia!” isn't just for Easter. Optional text is provided for Christmas and for general use making it an extremely versatile anthem. “Sing an Alleluia!” is awonderful return to a time in music history long passed.