Choral (ChoirTrax CD)

SKU: HL.225666

Let Earth and Heaven Rejoice. Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Jon Paige. Brookfield Christmas Choral. Anthem, Baroque, Christmas, General Worship, Sacred. CD. Duration 120 seconds. Published by Brookfield Press (HL.225666).

UPC: 888680673734. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches. G.F. Handel/Jon Paige. Luke 2:7, Matthew 1:18-23, Revelation 12:1-5.

From Judas Maccabeus comes a sacred reworking of one of Handel's most beloved melodic creations. Adapted for use at Christmas, the score overflows with a Baroque elegance, ideal for a holiday concert or worship service. Its brief performance time (under two minutes) makes it a wonderful call to worship. The accompanying chamber orchestration keeps in the style and delivers a sparkling option for churches with string resources. Bravo! Score and Parts (vn 1-2, va, vc, continuo) available as a digital download.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.50213

(Coronation Anthem No.1). Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Baroque; Masterwork Arrangement; Secular. CD. Alfred Music #00-50213. Published by Alfred Music (AP.50213).

UPC: 038081573830. English.

This, the first of Handel's four Coronation Anthems, has been a cherished part of crowning British royalty from George II in 1727 to the current sovereign, Charles III. Commemorate the grand occasion with this condensed version of the majestic Baroque masterwork. Available in three fresh editions designed with student choirs in mind. Perform with the accessible piano reduction, or combine with your school orchestra (strings, brass, and timpani) for a regal fanfare.

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.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.28607

Composed by English setting by Patrick M. Liebergen and music by Marc-Antoine Charpentier. Arranged by Patrick M. Liebergen. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Masterworks. Alfred Choral Designs. Baroque; Masterwork Arrangement; Sacred. CD. Alfred Music #00-28607. Published by Alfred Music (AP.28607).

UPC: 038081311517. English. English setting by Patrick M. Liebergen; music by Marc-Antoine Charpentier.

The optional trumpet and timpani parts (available on the SoundPax and SoundTrax CD) and a brief vocal trio make this majestic Charpentier chorus stand out from the rest of your masterwork repertoire. Stately and strong.

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.

Choral (VoiceTrax CD)

SKU: HL.8552305

Discovery Level 1. Composed by Henry Purcell. Arranged by Audrey Snyder. Discovery Choral. Baroque, Classical, Concert, Contest, Festival. CD only. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8552305).

UPC: 884088547301. 4.75x5 inches.

Adapted from Henry Purcell's “Come Ye Sons of Art,” this short tuneful setting is ideal for younger and developing choirs especially for contest and festival performances. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:20.

Choral (VoiceTrax CD)

SKU: HL.203352

Discovery Level 2. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by John Leavitt. Discovery Choral. Concert, General Worship, Sacred. CD. Duration 135 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.203352).

UPC: 888680657437. 5.0x5.0x0.18 inches.

Adapted from a Bach cantata, this joyful work will allow younger ensembles the opportunity to experience Baroque music and develop important performance techniques. An excellent selection for festival choirs and contests, it offers great learning potential.

SKU: LO.99-2828L

Composed by Larry Shackley. Choral. Sacred Anthem, Ascension, Christ the King, Eastertide, General. Performance/accompaniment CD. Lorenz Publishing Company #99/2828L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.99-2828L).

UPC: 000308127195.

The Baroque sparkle of Vivaldi is masterfully paired with the regal nature of the classic hymn Crown Him with Many Crowns in this creative setting by Larry Shackley. Congregational singing and optional brass and percussion add to the festivity that is ideal for use at any celebratory service throughout the year.