Choral SSA choir, piano
SKU: CF.CM9772
Composed by Greg Gilpin.
Duration 3 minutes, 16
seconds. Carl Fischer
Music #CM9772. Published
by Carl Fischer Music
(CF.CM9772).
ISBN
9781491164433. UPC:
680160923335. Key: G
major. English. Words
adapted from Angels from
the Realms of Glory by
JAMES MONTGOMERY
(1771-1854).
I've
always enjoyed
celebratory and rhythmic
singing. I also know
there's a need for this
style in treble voices.
The holiday season is a
perfect time to create
such a work.The text of
The Angels' Gloria is
based on the familiar
Montgomery hymn with
original music. This work
can be easily be done as
a call and answer or
antiphonal setting. Try
using it as a
processional, too.
Hearing the voices
surround the audience is
always exciting for
everyone and a superb
teaching and learning
experience.The
accompaniment is
intentionally simple and
bell-like, supporting the
three-part harmonies.
I've also created a
B-section that is a
cappella in full
three-part singing, rich
and full giving lots of
contrast to the
piece.There is so much
good teaching throughout
the piece, making for
interesting rehearsals
and a terrific
performance piece. I hope
this adds just the right
sparkle for your
Christmas or holiday
program.—Greg
Gilpin.
