PARTITIONS GRATUITES :
HYMNE - EGLISE - SACRE
Niveau Débutant, Initiation: Grade 1 - John Stephens

SATB choir, keyboard accompaniment - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-6828

Composed by Stephen J. Rohde. Eastertide, Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday. Choral. Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. GIA Publications #6828. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-6828).

UPC: 785147682806. English. Text Source: The Lutheran Hymnal, 1940, Bohemian, ca. 1650; Translation: John Bajus.

The notes on this piece state, “‘Lo, Judah’s Lion’ should take on the character of a wild victory dance.” Indeed, the hymn text (with roots in early-17th century Bohemia) takes on a whole new exuberance through the constant 3+3+2 rhythmic pattern. The words compare Jesus’ victory over death with the conquests of David and Samson, each verse ending with an Alleluia and an invitation to praise the Lord.

SAB choir, piano accompaniment - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-8781

Composed by Stephen R. Johnson. Body and Blood of Christ. Choral. Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. GIA Publications #8781. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-8781).

UPC: 785147878100. Latin. Text by Thomas Aquinas.

A mellifluous tone pervades this setting of the classic Latin text for the Eucharist. Careful repetition of phrases makes for quicker learning without weariness for the hearer. The serene piano introduction reappears as a short interlude later on. Don’t be surprised if you hear parishioners and choir members humming snippets of this one after the service!