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Madrigals, Chansons & Canzonets / Sacred concert openers & closers
t Strike It Up, TaborThomas Weelkes/arr. John
Leavitt. This spirited three-voice madrigal with hand
drum dances with humor and rhythmic energy!
Perform it as a processional or opening number -
your singers will enjoy the clever wordplay and vocal
effects.
10364825 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
lt Tant Que VivrayClaudin de Sermisy/arr. Patrick
M. Liebergen. Excellent three-part writing, right on
the mark for young men and women. Teach the
song in English before introducing the optional
French text, an IPA pronunciation guide is included.
When your students are ready to sing a cappella,
consider eliminating the piano accompaniment; it
works either way.
10453541 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10453431 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
t Thirty Second Fa La LaDonald Moore. Yes! It
only takes thirty seconds to perform this unique and
tasty "Fa La La!" Use it as a warm-up exercise, a
concert opener, closer, or even a surprise encore!
A terrific vehicle for teaching independence of parts
and dynamic contrasts, this is also an introduction
to imitative style and a cappella singing!
3294559 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10275967 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10275969 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H Three MadrigalsEmma Lou Diemer. With text
taken from Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, Measure
For Measure and Much Ado About Nothing, this
three-movement work by Emma Lou Diemer is
well-conceived for more experienced choral groups.
It is consistently a "conductor's choice" for festival
choirs year after year.
1254432 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10062938 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1254432C Choral Master Track . . . . . . 4.99
H
Throw Open Your Shutters! (A Festive
Madrigal)Amy Feldman Bernon. The festive
style of this high-energy original will add a colorful
flair to any program! Jaunty accents and staccatos
in the middle "Hey! Ding-a dong" sections highlight
the wonderful interplay between voice parts and add
to the merriment as the piece builds to a thrilling
climax. Useful for Christmas or any time of year!
3253739 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011577 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011578 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011579 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
lt Two Lassus Madrigals for MenOrlande de
Lassus/arr. Patrick M. Liebergen. O Occhi, Manza
Mia and Mon Couer Se Recommande A Vous make
a wonderful madrigal set, one Italian and one
French. Pronunciation guides of the original texts
are provided, as well as English subtexts. Each
madrigal can easily stand alone in performance, but
as a set they offer nice contrast, both in text and in
tempo. A rehearsal piano part is also included.
10443544 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n What If I Never Speed?John Dowland/arr.
Russell Robinson. Middle school choirs benefit
greatly from exposure to madrigal literature, and
this arrangement of Dowland's expressive work will
fit your three-part mixed or SSA ensemble perfectly.
Largely homophonic, the selection also has some
characteristic "echo" passages that add interest
and color to the presentation.
10048146 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.65
Sacred Concert
Openers & Closers
4 Awake My Soul and Sing!Victor C. Johnson.
This celebratory work is solid and rhythmic,
featuring a driving accompaniment that helps to
fuel the excitement. With options to feature a small
ensemble or solo throughout its development, this
piece will make an outstanding concert opener!
10457447 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457448 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
4 Cantate DominoVicki Tucker Courtney.
Alternating between Latin and English text, this
rhythmic, celebratory setting is a fantastic opener
for women's choirs! Interesting meter changes,
a contrasting middle section, and a simple piano
accompaniment give the work a fresh sound and
feel that everyone will enjoy!
10443448 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H
Cantate Hodie! (Sing Today)Mary Lynn
Lightfoot. A very impressive opener or contest-
festival piece! Bright, fanfare-like motives, incisive
accompaniment and text in Latin and English work
together to make this work a standout for young
and developing choirs. First-rate music, with real
lift and impact! Highly recommended!
10089750 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
8067124 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
8067138 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011502 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011503 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10089756 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
3301616 Multi-Song P/A CD . . . . . . . 39.95
10089750C Choral Master Track . . . . . . . 4.99
n Do, Lord, Remember MeAndre J. Thomas.
The traditional spiritual Do, Lord, Remember Me is
presented here in a rousing, joyful concert setting
for better mixed choirs. The inimitable writing style
of Andre Thomas shines through every measure of
this exhilarating arrangement, with dynamic vocal
parts supported by a rhythmically and harmonically
fresh piano accompaniment. Highly recommended!
10275783 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10275784 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
n Exsultate Deo RejoiceGreg Gilpin. This joyous
work in Latin and English is perfect as a processional
or opening number for your concert. Just enough
repetition makes it ideal for young voices, and the
optional notes in the three-part edition make it
perfect for developing male singers. With fresh-
sounding harmonies and impressive contrasts, this
is a top choice! Highly recommended!
10363376 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10363377 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10369750 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
4 Give Me MusicCliff Duren. This stunning
work features a breathtaking string orchestration.
Tender and compassionate, the music is full of
hope for the weary and oppressed. "All things are
shadow, You are substance; all things quicksand,
You are mountain; all is shifting, You are anchor;
all ignorance, You are wisdom." Perfect as a
benediction or concert closer! Highly recommended!
10461424 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
10461425 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
10461426 Orchestration Strings
CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
10461427 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . 74.99
n GloriaDavid Giardiniere. Launch into your next
concert or festival appearance with this animated
original that explores major and minor tonalities
within a playful rhythmic context. Singable,
expressive, and at times dramatic, with a supportive
piano accompaniment that also adds its own voice,
the work develops and builds momentum to a
striking finale. Highly recommended!
10011529 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011530 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011710 Multi-Song P/A CD . . . . . . . 39.95
4 Hear the BellsDave Perry & Jean Perry. The
buoyant compound meter of this jovial Christmas
charmer is suggestive of Irish folk music. Tuneful
melodies are paired with merry "ding dong"
counterlines as this refreshing choral (with
processional potential) unfolds. Download the
optional tambourine part at alfred.com/choralparts.
10453027 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10453028 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10453029 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10453030 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
Jubilate, Alleluia!Mary Lynn Lightfoot. Add
some flourish and excitement to your program
with this ecstatic original that uses both Latin and
English texts. The rhythmic opening melody leads
to a colorful contrasting middle section featuring the
sopranos, then the energetic recapitulation propels
the piece to its dynamic conclusion. This accessible,
memorable work is a very strong choice for programs
throughout the year. Highly recommended!
10064633 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10063965 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10063974 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457261 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10067735 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
4 Kings' ProcessionalDebra Morton. This
strophic setting, based on an ancient Advent
play, depicts each of the three Magi in the
bass, baritone and tenor sections, respectively.
Effective as a processional, but also successful
when performed on risers, it may be sung
with or without piano and percussion (triangle,
tambourine, bass drum). Sung in Latin throughout,
this is a powerful portrayal of the pilgrimage of the
three Kings!
10443514 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
n Let There Be Peace on EarthSy Miller &
Jill Jackson/arr. Jay Rouse. Peace has become
a focus in everything we do. This stunning
arrangement allows these thoughts to be shared
in a moving way that is appropriate for many
concert situations. This breathtaking anthem
offers many performance options and is perfect
for choirs of any size. Highly recommended!
10369554 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10369555 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.98
10369557 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 59.95
10369558 Orchestration CD-ROM . . . . 49.95
10369556 DVD Accompaniment . . . . . 64.95
Ht The Lord Bless You and Keep YouPeter
Lutkin. Excellent as a benediction or closing
number, this is a piece you're sure to pick up often.
May be done with or without accompaniment.
368100 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75
H The Lord Bless You and Keep YouJohn
Rutter. A tender prayer, sensitively set to music
by the incomparable John Rutter. The gentle
accompaniment and simple, lyrical voice parts
combine to create one of the sweetest pieces
your choir will ever sing! This timeless choral is
now available for SAB voices.
1422054 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
10087537 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
1790880 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
4807194 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 25.00
n May the Road Rise to Meet YouVictor C.
Johnson. Don't miss this elegant setting of the
traditional Irish Blessing - it is beautifully melodic
and singable. With lyrical vocal lines and a gently
flowing accompaniment, it is the ideal closer for
any performance, and the optional oboe obbligato
adds warmth. Highly recommended!
10366661 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
May the Road Rise Up (Traditional Gaelic
Blessing)arr. Jay Rouse. Simple, elegant,
and useful for all age levels, this setting of the
traditional Irish blessing is a perfect closing
selection for concert, festival or graduation. It
really does justice to the traditional text and tune.
"...And until we meet again, may God hold you in
the palm of his hand."
10343852 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10343853 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10343854 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10343855 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10369750 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
n Music Down in My SoulMoses Hogan.
Premiered at the World Choral Symposium in
Minneapolis, this gospel praise song was inspired
by the spiritual Over My Head. The dynamic
piano accompaniment adds to the excitement,
making this a fantastic choral feature or concert
closer. Exuberant!
3297947 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
8061470 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
n O Sing to the LordDan Davison. This lively
sacred concert opener for men has a syncopated
rhythmic feel that is truly uplifting! The four-hand
piano accompaniment is essential to creating the
desired effect. "O sing to the Lord, you saints of
the Mighty, sing praise to the Lord and bless His
holy name..."
10357003 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Just for women
The A Cappella
Singer
A Collection of Motets,
Madrigals, Chansons,
Carols, Ayres, Ballets, etc.
For SSA voices, this excellent
collection includes titles such as
Now Is The Month Of Maying; Sing
We And Chant It; Come Again
Sweet Love Doth Now Invite; Adieu
Sweet Amarillis; Weep O Mine Eyes;
The Nightingale; The Silver Swan;
The Old Woman And The Pedlar;
In Dulci Jubilo and many more,
by composers such as Morley,
Dowland, Wilbye, Weelkes, Gibbons,
Purcell, Palestrina, di Lasso, Vittoria,
etc. A superb addition to any good
women's chorus library!
346320 SSA Choral Score . . . 16.30
