SKU: HL.48184235

UPC: 888680904852. 9.0x12.0x0.065 inches.

“Cont emporary composer Amy Quate works in a wide variety of musical styles, forms and media. Composed in 1982 and dedicated to saxophonist Debra Richtmeyer, Light of Sothis creatively depicts the brightest star in heaven. Sothis, now called Sirius, is the star aspect of the goddess Isis, whose light confines the cycles of nature which bring beauty, prosperity and life. It is believed that Sothis blesses us with sacred illumination and it is this which Quate depicts in Light of Sothis. In three movements, Grace, Passion and Faith, the Saxophone line has lyrical melodies contrasted with dramatic scalic passages, covering the entire range of the instrument. Suitable for intermediate level saxophonists, a performance Quate's Light of Sothis proves to be an enticing prospect.”.

SKU: HL.49016763

ISBN 9790001146173. UPC: 884088204570. 9.25x12.0x0.087 inches.

The only work still known today by Noack, 'Heinzelmannchens Wachtparade' [Parade of the Brownies] Op. 5 was called a 'character piece' by the composer himself, and this 'marche en miniature' conveys wit and good humour from the beginning; you can immediately imagine a picture of the brownies tripping along! The second part of the trio offers an ironical and very effectie ending with its enticing harmonies and surprising effects.

SKU: M7.AHW-413

English.

Chris Gekker's 24 Etudes for Trumpet are meant to cover a wide range of trumpet playing areas. Everything from low register playing, multiple tonguing, legato intervals, supple and flexible articulation, and difficult key signatures. Chris is one of the finest trumpeters of his generation, and by combining his technical ability with his compositional aptitude we are left with a set of trumpet studies that are so fantastically idiomatic that trumpeters all over the world are raving.

SKU: AP.46347

UPC: 038081527260. English.

This fresh take on the ever-popular winter song could have been called Jazzy Jingle Bells! After a suspenseful introduction, syncopated rhythms and tight vocal harmonies permeate the remainder of this swingin' arrangement. Use the optional horns and rhythm SoundTrax CD or play the SoundPax parts with your live jazz band. A powerhouse spotlight selection!

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.

SKU: GI.G-8507

UPC: 785147850700. English. Text Source: Psalm 47:2–3, 6–7, 8–9, The Revised Grail Psalms Scripture: Psalm 47:2–3, 6–7, 8–9.

This responsorial psalm for Ascension Day, featuring fun rhythmic interplay between the trebles and men, can be easily learned. It is a joyful, yet unhurried, piece, the moderate tempo enables the text to be articulated well. Once it is in your repertoire, this will be a great addition to any occasion where a song of praise from the people is called for.

SKU: LO.99-2363L

UPC: 000308120493.

Many scripture passages foretell the coming of the Messiah, with perhaps the most well-known being the angel comforting the frightened shepherds on the hillside saying, “And this shall be a sign unto you...” This musical depiction recalls seven of those signs in a unique re-telling of the Christmas story, beginning with the prophecies of Isaiah through the blessing from Simeon in Luke, each providing a signpost for the arrival of the Christ Child. With familiar carols interspersed among the very melodic and stylistically diverse music of Larry Shackley, “And This Shall Be a Sign” will have a strong appeal for the congregations of both the traditional and blended worship service. And with both SATB and SAB editions being available (along with reproducible part-dominant CDs for each voicing), churches of virtually any size will be able to successfully present this work in a meaningful and uplifting way.

SKU: WD.080689563171

UPC: 080689563171.

Perfe ct for your choir’s Easter service comes a new, dynamically blended Simply Word Easter Musical, anchored by the Dove Award-winning Worship Song of the Year, Because He Lives (Amen)! This extremely popular, brilliantly-written title song (Matt Maher, ChrisTomlin, and more!) gives singular focus to a new musical of power and praise…artfully complemented by inspiring new songs with narration written by acclaimed songwriter Tony Wood, and featuring exciting, imaginative choral arrangements by David Wise.

Fr om the opening strains of the classic hymn, My Savior's Love (“How marvelous, how wonderful, and my song shall ever be!”), to the energetic tones of Shouts of Hosanna, to the emotionally charged lyrics of Wonder of Your Cross—every note, every orchestral cue, every word of narration, navigates for us Christ’s journey from the cross to His glorious resurrection, as the choir ends to the triumphant sounds of Because He Lives...Amen!

Your presentation of BECAUSE HE LIVES…AMEN! will be greatly enhanced by the use of the visually-inspiring DVD Accompaniment Track. Celebrate the resurrection power present in the lives of all believers through this compelling musical which gives you the added benefit of well-written, easily attainable Simply Word choral arrangements, designed to make your choir sound bigger than life!

SKU: LO.99-2340L

UPC: 000308119206.

Many scripture passages foretell the coming of the Messiah, with perhaps the most well-known being the angel comforting the frightened shepherds on the hillside saying, “And this shall be a sign unto you...” This musical depiction recalls seven of those signs in a unique re-telling of the Christmas story, beginning with the prophecies of Isaiah through the blessing from Simeon in Luke, each providing a signpost for the arrival of the Christ Child. With familiar carols interspersed among the very melodic and stylistically diverse music of Larry Shackley, “And This Shall Be a Sign” will have a strong appeal for the congregations of both the traditional and blended worship service. And with both SATB and SAB editions being available (along with reproducible part-dominant CDs for each voicing), churches of virtually any size will be able to successfully present this work in a meaningful and uplifting way.

SKU: HL.148034

UPC: 888680076276. 6.75x10.5 inches. William Blake/Nick Strimple.

Two Flowers, presents two contrasting, yet related, poems by William Blake, “The Sick Rose,” and “Ah, Sunflower,” in a single piece. Composed in a diatonic style with traditional, though slightly edgy harmonies, it is suitable for high school, college or community choirs. Much of the writing calls for soprano/tenor and alto/bass unison.

SKU: AP.20250S

UPC: 038081190952. English.

Dolce and Dance by Gary Fagan gives your students an opportunity to shine by incorporating two contrasting styles in one piece. The first section allows for legato lines and sensitive phrasing, while the second section calls for a marcato feel to be played in a dance-like fashion. Great for contest!

SKU: KN.SN70198S

UPC: 822795701982.

Origi nally written for and played by Bud Shank, this showpiece for alto sax features a wide dynamic range and calls for a soft, smooth approach to background figures. Though written solo lines are provided throughout, the main solo chorus includes chord changes for players with improvisation chops. The chart closes out with a solo cadenza over a sustained band chord.

SKU: AP.20250

UPC: 038081190945. English.

Dolce and Dance by Gary Fagan gives your students an opportunity to shine by incorporating two contrasting styles in one piece. The first section allows for legato lines and sensitive phrasing, while the second section calls for a marcato feel to be played in a dance-like fashion. Great for contest!

SKU: GI.WW1958

UPC: 785147043669. English.

To love anyone is to risk the loss of that love. Poet Yehuda Halevi calls this a human thing, a holy thing. Sean Ivory's musical setting is mysterious and steady, and captures the painful joy of this idea. An incredibly beautiful and tender work for SSAA choirs.

SKU: LO.99-2320L

SKU: CF.CM9516

ISBN 9781491149935. UPC: 680160907434. 6.875 x 10.5 inches.

Salve, written by Javier Busto and edited by John Ratledge, was premiered on November 15, 2014 at a tribute concert to Javier Busto in Hondarribia. The concert was called Begirada urdina or Eyes of Blue, and this piece was composed for this special occasion. The title responds to the author's intention of emphasizing the Salve greeting, but still recognizes it as a hymn to the Virgin Mary, with a beautiful and peaceful end.

SKU: JF.MFBBG0963

UPC: 714245101094.

The late Fred Bock was a master arranger of hymns, psalms, and spiritual songs for the piano. Master arranger Kevin McChesney has set Mr. Bock's Irish folk melody arrangement for handbells. Only the LV technique is called for, leaving the listener to enjoy the pure, rung sound of bells.

SKU: HL.119064

UPC: 884088904920. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.

Dr. Cristian Grases of USC is a native of Argentina. He is the editor of a new series with Gentry called The Choral Music of Latin America and the Caribbean, and it is proving to be a delightful collection of Latin gems. The meter changes are plentiful and the music dances along playfully, and we are rewarded with a contemporary madrigal that is undeniably Latin in flavor.

SKU: HL.49045750

ISBN 9781540019721. UPC: 888680726522. 9.25x12.0x0.366 inches.

Subtilior, Lamento is a piece that draws some inspiration from the music of the so-called 'Ars Subtilior' movement of the fourteenth century. This early music features rhythmic complexities, linear ornamentation, and harmonic intricacy. In my piece, I use canon to create textures that are at constant rhythmic unrest. Harmonies arise out of linear lines: lines I constructed to work in defining my harmonic world. The piece's structural rigor and fluid surface are the two elements I wanted to keep in constant equilibrium. Hannah Lash.