Solo voices, SATB chorus, orchestra (2 Corni di bassetto, 2 Fg, 2 Tr, 3 Trb, Timp, 2 Vl, Va, Bc)

SKU: CA.5165203

Completed and edited by Howard Arman. Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Edited by Howard Arman. Arranged by Howard Arman. Vocal score. KV 626. Duration 50 minutes. Carus Verlag #5165203. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5165203).

ISBN 9790007294243. Key: D minor. Latin.

The English conductor and composer Howard Arman has presented us with a completed version of Mozartâ??s Requiem. â??Another one?â? you might ask, since this publication is only the latest in a long line reaching back to the traditional SüÃ?mayr version. Yet such is the enormous power of Mozartâ??s score that the challenge and appeal of completing it remain undiminished. After two decades of intensive study, Howard Armanâ??s additions to Mozartâ??s great original show the requisite care and respect while incorporating many new insights.

Armanâ? ?s approach is particularly fruitful. Always aware of the appropriate limits to such re-creative work, he orients himself towards the typical characteristics of Mozartâ??s brilliant composing style: The masterly compositional technique, the search for innovative solutions to every problem, and even the terse treatment of the text with extremely suggestive harmonies. All of this leads to a number of new listening experiences. In the Tuba mirum, for example, we enjoy a warm, cohesive ensemble sound, supported by the bassoons, which depart from the bass line. The Confutatis presents a quite different picture: Even the basset horns are drawn down into the infernal depths. This effect is reinforced by the independence of the trombones; rather than simply following the choral parts, the instrumentâ??s unique sound is given an opportunity to shine. Armanâ??s Lacrimosa achieves a lively Mozartian feel by granting the voices considerable freedom rather than following a rigid pattern. And he concludes the movement with a fugal Amen, whereby the focus is not so much on the counterpoint itself, but rather â?? in the spirit of Mozart â?? on creating a sense of drama and illuminating the theme in all its possible facets. Mozartâ??s fragment ends with the Hostias, and so does Armanâ??s completion.

For the four following movements (Sanctus to Communio) we have nothing from Mozart, and so here, where the master is silent, Arman finally returns to Sü�mayr, the man who was closest to Mozart at the time of his death and whose efforts to fill the blank manuscripts still garner our respect today.

Armanâ??s version has already proven its practical value. The premiere with the Bavarian Radio Choir was enthusiastically received by audiences and press alike â?? and celebrated as offering a scholarly, entirely fresh perspective on Mozartâ??s masterpiece.

- World premiere by the Bavarian Radio Choir
- Enthusiastically received by audience and press.

(E-Z Play Today #247). By Various. For piano, organ, or electronic keyboard. E-Z Play Today. Softcover. 264 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

By Gilbert M. Martin. Organ. Sacred organ. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company.

Band - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS68F

Arranged by Sean O'Loughlin. FS SWS. Beginning Performance Series. Full score. With Standard notation. 12 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 21 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #BPS68F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS68F).

ISBN 9780825884528. UPC: 798408084523. 9x12 inches.

Santa's Toy March is a joyful and exciting addition to any holiday program for the beginning concert band. Several well known holiday favorites set the stage for the parade of toys to follow. You will hear the “Toy March” from The Nutcracker, “Jolly Old St. Nicholas” and “Up on the Housetop.” This arrangement also features the percussion section quite a bit, so let them shine! Finishing up with a triumphant march, your group will play the group of toys right into Santa's bag for their journey to children on the “Nice” list.

2-Part Choral (2PT/GLOCKENS)

SKU: HL.1224301

Composed by George L.O. Strid and Mary Donnelly. Shawnee Press. Christmas, Concert, Festival, Holiday. Octavo. 12 pages. Duration 110 seconds. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.1224301).

ISBN 9781705196328. UPC: 196288143277. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.

What a creative, up-beat choral to sing about the sights and sounds of the Christmas holiday! Unisons, simple harmonic writing, and partner-style sections sparkle and shine throughout. The happy piano accompaniment can be enhanced with the simple glockenspiel part included with the choral. A joyful and bright selection for December concerts!

By Piotr [Peter] Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Steven H. Brook. Orchestra. Part(s); Score; String Orchestra. Belwin Concert String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Grade 4. 124 pages. Published by Belwin Publishing

By Piotr [Peter] Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Steven H. Brook. Orchestra. Score; String Orchestra. Belwin Concert String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Grade 4. 24 pages. Published by Belwin Publishing

50 Songs from 38 Shows and Films. Composed by Various. Vocal Collection. Broadway, Musicals. Softcover. 352 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

(E-Z Play Today #98). By Various. For Organ, Piano/Keyboard, Electronic Keyboard. E-Z Play Today. Softcover. 184 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

Handbells 3-5 octave handbell choir - Level 2

SKU: HP.2856

Composed by Matthew Compton. Arranged by Matthew Compton. Festival, General Worship, Sacred. Handbell score. Hope Publishing Company #2856. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.2856).

UPC: 763628128562.

Famil iar hymn
Starting with a peaceful, simple motif that recurs throughout, this arrangement gives us a refreshing take on the hymn, Beautiful Savior. With unexpected harmonies and a dramatic climax, the piece is a representation of life, visiting emotions of peace, joy, anguish, and eventually back to Jesus who shines purer than all the angels in the sky. .

By Various. Arranged by Brent Jorgensen. For Piano Book. Level: Varied. Published by Jackman Music Corporation.

Score Only Concert Band (Score) - Grade 1

SKU: HL.4005021

Composed by Robert Buckley. First Concepts (Concert Band). Softcover. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4005021).

UPC: 888680659523. 9.0x12.0x0.024 inches.

Snow is based on the charming Japanese children's song “Yuki.” Robert has combined this song with an original festive melody to create a joyful, winter holiday piece. Everyone gets a chance to shine in this beginning band piece - suitable for that first holiday concert! Dur: 2:15.

For organ. Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, General, Thanksgiving. Level: 2-staff. Sacred organ. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company. (70/1603L)

For concert band. Carl Fischer Beginning Performance Series. Grade 1. Score and parts. Duration 2:21. Published by Carl Fischer

(16 Bar Audition Excerpts from Stage and Film, Specially Designed for Teen Singers! Includes Story Synopsis, Song Set-up and Audition Tips). Edited by Lisa DeSpain. For Voice. Book; CD; Vocal Collection. Broadway. 224 pages

SATB choir (a cappella)

SKU: LO.10-5757L

Composed by Herb Frombach. Arranged by Bryan Sharpe. Choral. Sacred Anthem, Holy Week. Octavo. Lorenz Publishing Company #10/5757L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.10-5757L).

ISBN 9780787778651.

Herb Frombach's captivating song, arranged for a cappella choir by Bryan Sharpe, draws inspiration from the profound words of Isaiah 53. The text evokes a sense of hope and solemnity while the stirring melody blends seamlessly with poignant harmonies. Bryan's exceptional skills as an arranger shine through, and your choir will enjoy rehearsing and presenting moments of homophonic beauty and gorgeous vocal layering.