An Extinction Elegy. Par TIN CHRISTOPHER. The Lost Birds is a musical memorial to bird species driven to extinction by humankind. Sweeping and elegaic, it's a haunting tribute to those soaring flocks that once filled our skies, but whose songs have since been silenced. It's a celebration of their feathered beauty: their symbolism as messengers of hope, peace, and renewal. But it's also a warning about our own tenuous existence on the planet: that the fate that befell those once soaring flocks foreshadows our own extinction. / Niveau : moyen - avancé / Date parution : 2024-02-16/ Répertoire / Ch?ur Mixte et Piano

Paul Mealor's I Pray for Treble Voices, SATB Chorus and Piano. This is the Vocal Score for this sublime choral work, written by the renowned Welsh composer whose works have reached number one on the UK singles chart, as well as having been played at the 2011 Royal Wedding.Featuring words and music composed by Paul Mealor, this festive-themed carol is a beautiful work for choirs looking for a fresh addition to their Christmas repertoire. Including interpolations from favourite carols like 'Silent Night' and 'O Come, All Ye Faithful', this truly has the makings of a modern classic. Composed by Mealor, I Pray has a strong musical pedigree, with the composer having written for the 2011 Royal Wedding and the Military Wives Choir whose rendition of 'Wherever You Are' shot to number one in the UK. This means he's no stranger to emotive works that capture the spirit of a nation, combining poetic words with soaring melodies, his songs are known to be some of the finest contemporary choral works around. / Choeur Mixte (SATB) Et Piano

Originally composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Jim Steinman, this soaring and tender ballad from the musical Whistle Down The Wind was a chart hit for Boyzone in 1998, reaching number one in 18 countries including the UK. No Matter What has been specially arranged by Peter Foggitt for SATB choir with piano accompaniment. / SATB Et Piano

Truly memorable for Christmas, this offering features a thoughtful text from Terry York that shares the message 'Christmas comes when we hear the still, small Voice of God.' David Danner's quietly powerful music moves from tender to soaring. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Par SORENSON HEATHER. Commissioned in honor of those lost during COVID, Heather Sorenson's Requiem was written to bring hope and healing to all who have experienced loss. This work was designed not only to live well in the concert hall, but also to transition into the church sanctuary. You can expect to hear the composer's trademark cinematic moments, soaring choral melodies, and impressionistic chord structures in this Requiem. More importantly, you will find the vulnerable humanity that has become synonymous with her writings. This work is a combination of traditional Latin and English, with references to Scripture and hymn texts. It is accompanied by full orchestra or chamber orchestra, includes soprano and tenor soloists, and is approximately 35 minutes in length. / Date parution : 2023-07-31/ Répertoire / SATB

Par GOODALL HOWARD. Every Purpose under the Heaven is a musical tribute to one of the most important cultural landmarks of the Western civilisation - the 1611 King James Bible . Written in celebration of the Bible's 400- year anniversary, Goodall has brought together ten of the most expressive passages, from Genesis to Revelation, to create an oratorio that is at once steeped in historic grandeur and utterly relevant in today's society. Musically, it displays all the hallmarks of Goodall's well-loved style - soaring melodies, rhythmic vitality and perfectly crafted lines. However, this work offers singers and audiences something more: an opportunity to introduce new generations to the expressive power and ancient truths of this historic text. Commissioned as a gift to the United Learning Trust, Every purpose under the heaven is suitable for young singers, choral societies and church choirs of all abilities. It may be accompanied by piano, using the reduction provided, or chamber orchestra (score and parts available from the Faber Music Hire Library). Duration: 45 Minutes/ Recueil / Voix Mixtes

Opening with a contemplative mood, this anthem soon transitions to a soaring message of peace and reassurance. Grace Hawthorne's words are given the perfect setting by Ken Medema's music in this thoughtful anthem. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

The moving and classic words from Isaiah 53 form the basis for this lyrical and soaring offering from the always creative John Purifoy. This is a moving choice during Lent, Holy Week, or Good Friday. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

From Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady, this stunning ballad offers a soaring melodic line, exquisite harmonies and full choral sonorities. / Voix Mixtes