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2014-15 Mid-Year Choral

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4Editors' Choice lNew Publications 2014 HPepper Basic Library uA Cappella Available ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 6 Go to cart Concert & Festival n Evening—Ruth Morris Gray. A wonderful poem by Emily Dickinson comes to life in this beautifully intricate choral work for treble voices, which weaves multiple melodies together into a stunning texture! "She sweeps with many-colored brooms, and leaves the shreds behind; Oh, housewife in the evening West, come back, and dust, come back, and dust the pond..." This will showcase your choir's musicianship in fine style! 10453006 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 10293952 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 H Fairest Lady—Nick Page. This gentle lullaby based on a nursery rhyme uses London Bridge Is Falling Down as a descant over a soothing original melody and accompaniment. The peaceful moment is a loving lullaby for a fair little lady whose mother reassures her that London Bridge will not fall down, rather it will fly away. Sensitive and touching. 3244092 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10449077 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 4 Fais Do Do (Acadian Lullaby)—arr. Susan Brumfield. This soothing piece for treble choirs captures the Cajun style with simplicity and charm. It is very sweet and pretty, with a lovely melody and harmonies. The performance notes give a brief history of the song as well as a phonetic alphabet key and English translation of the French verses: "Go to sleep, Colas my little brother, go to sleep, you will have your milk..." 10431468 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80 4 Festival Gloria—Craig Courtney. The transcendent glory of the traditional Latin text is treated with great sensitivity and depth in this superb setting for capable sanctuary, concert or festival choirs! With sweeping vocal lines and masterful harmonic layering, this work gives integral musical material to each section of the choir. This enthralling choral opus will be a centerpiece of concerts or worship experiences whenever it is performed. 10458758 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 10458759 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10458760 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10458761 Instrumental Parts for SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.00 10458762 Instrumental Parts for SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.00 10458763 Instrumental Parts for TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30.00 10458764 Orchestration for SATB . . . 80.00 10458765 Orchestration for SSAA . . . 80.00 10458766 Orchestration for TTBB . . . 80.00 4 Festival Sanctus—Victor C. Johnson. This triumphant setting of the traditional Latin text features a bright, energetic accompaniment and includes a pronunciation and translation guide. The expressive contrasts between sections and the canonic interplay between vocal parts are exciting to sing and hear! Highly recommended! 10457332 TTB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 H For the Beauty of the Earth—John Rutter. John Rutter's engaging melody over a flowing accompaniment is equally beautiful in either the SATB or SA treatment. If you haven't already, consider the instrumental accompaniment for a fresh perspective on this sacred gem. Scored for strings, winds, harp (playable on keyboard), and drums, it includes instrumental lines that are as lovely as the vocal lines. A perennial favorite, this is a tasteful blend of text and musical expression. Vintage John Rutter. 1418599 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 1363399 SA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10432346 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 4534657 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 65.00 4 From the Heart—Jill Gallina. "There are people who care and who always are there when we need a helping hand." These inspirational words sing beautifully in this gentle and uplifting setting for young voices. It's a wonderful choice for the moments celebrating those who give "from the heart" for the good of humankind. 10453776 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10453783 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10453787 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 4 Gaudeamus Hodie—Mary Lynn Lightfoot. An energetic pulse and percussive hand claps fuel the crisp energy in Lightfoot's exciting setting of the familiar Latin text. This work, including a pronunciation and translation guide, is an ideal choice for young and developing choirs as a processional, opener, or dynamic closer throughout the year. Highly recommended! 10443056 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10443057 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10457463 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 4 Give Me Wings—John Rutter. Now even your youngest singers can enjoy singing the music of John Rutter! "Give me wings and I'll soar like an eagle; Bear me up, till I float in the blue; Give me mountains to climb, give me poems to rhyme, Give me dreams and I'll make them come true." This beautiful, inspiring message will encourage young musicians to sing their hearts out at graduation or any time. "We can change the old world to new." 10444714 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70 4 Go Down, Moses—arr. David Eddleman. This unique arrangement of the beloved African- American spiritual is sure to engage singers in the history of the text. The driving melodic lines, all of which are supported by an energized, "running" accompaniment, reflect the longing for freedom. The dynamics are especially effective in this setting that is perfect for intermediate high school choirs. 10443561 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 4 Go Down Moses—arr. Thomas Keesecker. "Tell ol' Pharoah to let my people go!" What a creative way to introduce this spiritual to your young singers! Call-and-response vocals, lots of unison singing, a little drama, and a cool, laid- back groove come together in this memorable arrangement. 10456804 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95 4 Good News!—arr. Lloyd Larson. This joyous combination of two traditional spirituals features a quote of Swing Low, Sweet Chariot and is arranged in a swing style. Full refrains contrast beautifully with the call-and-response structure of the verses, making this work great fun for singers and listeners alike. 10425038 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05 10425087 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 4 Grace—David L. Brunner. "Thou gracious God, whose mercy lends the light of home, the smile of friends, our gathered flock thine arms enfold as in the peaceful days of old..." Based on a poem by Oliver Wendell Holmes, this is a warm, hopeful musical prayer for the ages. Sensitive piano stylings and lovely turns of phrase make it a wonderful opportunity for young women to dig deep into their lives and emotions. 10456922 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 4t Great Day—Randy Jordan. Here's a strong feature for a cappella men's voices, with baritone solo. Especially effective are the dynamics, which build dramatically to a powerful ending. "God's gonna build up Zion's walls!" 10443546 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 n The Ground (Pleni sunt caeli)—Ola Gjeilo. This luscious setting of the traditional Latin text from the "Mass" is one that will give your high school choir a big, rich sound without being too difficult. Thorough performance notes give interesting insights into the composer's process and his desired interpretation of the work. 10276430 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10297378 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 40.00 t Hakuna Mungu Kama Wewe—Kirk Aamot. This popular worship song from Kenya can be performed in a variety of ways: by adding movement while singing, incorporating percussion instruments into the performance, or as a processional. Opening with a simple unison melody, the song progresses into two parts and finally adds a descant-like third voice part. This is a marvelous multicultural feature for a cappella choirs! 10351129 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10437297 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90 iTunes festival premiere Lux Nova Eric Whitacre. Eric Whitacre's best-selling Lux Aurumque has been reimagined, with a middle section of new material from his musical "Paradise Lost." Lux Nova works best with a pure, balanced, shimmering tone, with strict attention to the dynamic colors and a slow, luscious pacing. The poetry by Edward Esch has been translated into Latin by the celebrated American lyricist Charles Anthony Silvestri. As performed at the 2014 iTunes Festival London, and subsequently broadcast live via iTunes to 122 countries around the world, this is an important new work. Duration: approximately 4:20. 10485441 SATB Divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45 10485441E SATB Divisi ePrint . . . . . . . . 2.45 " Just wanted to thank you for continuing to have real people answer the phone! While you might be about the last company in America to offer this service, know that it is GREATLY appreciated!!" — Linda McGinn, Choral Director Pueblo, CO Digital Catalogs The ease of a book. The power of the internet. jwpepper.com/catalogs

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