A
historically significant
sacred text often sung at
Christmas is actually
usable throughout the
year. Springing from a
traditional Dutch carol,
the arrangement captures
the elegance of the
lyrics and a supportive
accompaniment makes quick
study of the learning.
Moments of choral
division build shimmering
towers of luscious sound.
A cathedral-worthy
ending! Score and Parts
(fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn,
perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va,
vc, db) available as a
digital download.
Choral (ChoirTrax CD) SKU: HL.253990 Arranged by John Leavitt. Brookfield...(+)
Choral (ChoirTrax CD)
SKU: HL.253990
Arranged by John Leavitt.
Brookfield Choral Series.
General Worship, Sacred,
Thanksgiving. CD.
Duration 170 seconds.
Published by Brookfield
Press (HL.253990).
This hymn
arrangement of Sing to
the Lord of Harvest
visits a traditional
Thanksgiving text
celebrating the bountiful
provision that flows from
the hand of God. All
creation proclaims its
praise in this dignified
hymn known for its
attractive melody and
cheerful alleluias!
Moments of sonorous
chords feature the choir
in deep expressivity
contrasting with more
thinly arranged sections
with light counterpoint
to provide sparkle and
charm. A poised ending
crowns the work with
worship and praise! Score
and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl
1-2, bn, hndbls, perc
1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc,
db) available as a
digital download.
Handbell part also
available as a separate
download.
Choral (ChoirTrax CD) SKU: HL.268549 A Psalm of Creation. Composed...(+)
Choral (ChoirTrax CD)
SKU: HL.268549
A Psalm of
Creation. Composed by
Heather Sorenson.
Brookfield Choral Series.
General Worship, Sacred.
CD. Duration 250 seconds.
Published by Brookfield
Press (HL.268549).
Lofty musical
aspirations are met and
surpassed in this Psalm
setting, which is the
next installment in the
composer's exploration of
the Psalter. Modern
melody meets classic text
to celebrate the creative
power of God in a sacred
tone poem filled with
fascinating sonic
moments. Lush and
expressive, the opening
is a soundtrack of
praise. Later the piece
recounts the days of
creation and the
unfolding of the universe
while counterpointing
with the Latin phrase,
Cantate Dominum. This is
a stunning choral moment
that builds intensity to
a rhapsodic melody
soaring to dizzying
heights. This significant
anthem ends quiescently
with a final affirming
Amen. Score and Parts (fl
1-2/picc, ob, cl 1-2, bn,
hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2,
tba/btbn, mallet perc,
aux perc, timp, hp, vn
1-2, va, vc, db)
available as a digital
download.
