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Three Contemporary Latin SettingsJerry
Estes. This special set of three short pieces is
great for captivating and motivating developing
choirs; it is now available for SATB choirs as
well. The easy, repeated Latin phrases come to
life with fresh musical ideas. The Kyrie, with its
staccato versus legato singing, contrasts with the
simple, melodic ballad feel of the Adoramus Te,
which in turn is contrasted with the celebratory
style and energy of the Gloria in Excelsis Deo.
For school or church, sung independently or as
a set, for holiday use or at any time of year, this
is a powerhouse for teaching and performing!
Highly recommended!
10592976 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
1818616 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10592978 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
1866367 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
1866375 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10592979 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
4 The Three KingsBob Chilcott. In The Three
Kings, composer Bob Chilcott sets verses from
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Christmas poem
telling the story of the three kings' journey to
Bethlehem. A sense of travel is created by the
stately 6/8 time signature, and syncopations bring
an air of excitement and wonder to the tale.
10615990 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
n Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing DayBob
Chilcott. This imaginative and fun setting casts
well-loved words in a new light, with catchy lines
and groovy rhythms. The appealing and upbeat
nature of the piece makes it an ideal addition to any
Christmas service or concert.
10527202 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
H Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing DayJohn
Gardner. Since its publication in 1966, this
arrangement of a timeless carol has continued to
be a popular choice with mixed choral groups at
Christmas time.
624783 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
H Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing DayJohn
Rutter. Although based on an English Christmas
carol, the primary use of this John Rutter
arrangement for SSA chorus is as a deservedly
popular selection for contest or festivals.
4806493 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
t Veni, Veni Emmanuel (I Will Come)arr.
Michael John Trotta. A rhythmic ostinato on "Veni,
veni" and optional percussion (triangle, tambourine
and drum) infuse the traditional Advent carol with
such unrelenting energy, the effect on the listener
is mesmerizing! Detailed performance notes give
fascinating historical perspective to the work, as
well as an English translation of the text, which
is Latin throughout. This is a unique take on the
ancient carol that will be an exhilarating a cappella
highlight of your Christmas concert!
10509932 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
10584797 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
4 What Child Is This?arr. Darmon Meader. This
beautifully textured Darmon Meader arrangement is
very sweet and singable, with a simple, supportive
piano accompaniment. An amazingly effective
a cappella section helps to distinguish this as one
of the very best settings available of the beloved
English carol, and it is accessible to a wide range of
choirs. Highly recommended!
10586498 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
n What Strangers Are These?Dan Forrest.
Adapted from an old Scottish carol, this sensitive
new setting is accompanied with piano, flute and
classical guitar. The piece celebrates not only
Jesus' humble birth but the plan of redemption
that began to unfold at the stable in Bethlehem
on Christmas night. A rich musical tapestry, this
striking choral offering is particularly effective for
Christmas Eve services.
10366983 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10373846 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10366984 Instrumental Parts
SATB Flute & Guitar . . . . . . 17.50
10373847 Instrumental Parts
SSA Flute & Guitar . . . . . . . 17.50
n While Shepherds Watched Their FlocksCraig
Courtney. Every syllable of Nahum Tate's Christmas
text is carefully rendered in Craig Courtney's new
melody, set for divisi choral forces and piano. A
sound rhapsody through every measure, this is
absolutely glorious music for mixed, men's or
women's choir that might be the expressive high
point of your December Christmas celebration.
10366985 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10366986 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10366987 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Sacred
All Voicings
Medium-Advanced
n All My Heart This Night RejoicesZ. Randall
Stroope. "All my heart this night rejoices, as I
hear, far and near, sweetest angel voices..." The
composer has adapted portions of the original
English text translation in this magnificent a
cappella setting. Stroope's mastery of the choral
idiom is clearly evident in every phrase of this
deeply emotional work.
10030081 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
4t The Beautiful SingEric William Barnum.
"There's a song in the air!" The famous text by
Josiah Gilbert Holland is treated with great sensitivity
in this superb composition. Lush harmonies and
soaring melodies make this an elegant addition to
the Christmas literature for better a cappella choirs!
"...for the manger of Bethlehem cradles a king."
Highly recommended!
10593114 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
t Coventry Carolarr. Darmon Meader. This
beloved English Christmas carol has taken on a
breathtaking new sound and presentation in this
surprising, beautiful and touching version for a
cappella mixed choir! Moving parts and dynamic
expression add to the elegance of this rendering
that is richly scored within the framework of four-
part harmony. An absolutely heart-stopping setting,
this is choral music at its best.
3298632 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
n Cradle HymnKim Andre Arnesen. Kim Andre
Arnesen's beautifully expressive piece is set to
a poem by the famous hymn writer Isaac Watts.
Featured on the 2013 St. Olaf Christmas concert
broadcast from Norway, this hymn is perfect for
Christmas or any time of the year.
10513182 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n The Darkest Midnight in DecemberStephen
Main. "The darkest midnight in December, no
snow or hail nor winter's storm shall hinder us to
remember the Babe that on this night was born..."
This traditional Irish text floats on a palette of
musical colors over wordless phrases which evoke
the stillness of the winter night and the rustling of
the wind. This award-winning composition uses
the celesta, or piano, to set a mood of mystery,
innocence and joy in the miracle of Christmas.
10067369 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10357004 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10445662 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
t Ding Dong Merrily on Higharr. Philip Stopford.
Split your a cappella choir in two to perform this
clever, entertaining setting of the popular carol.
Infused with colorful textures and playful elements,
it is cleverly constructed - with great teaching
potential - and guaranteed to fill your audiences
with seasonal spirit! Highly recommended!
10455945 SATB/SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
H Fantasia on Christmas CarolsRalph Vaughan
Williams. A "Fantasia" in the truest sense, this
choral tapestry of English carols was composed
in 1912 after Vaughan-Williams had completed
the scores for his first symphony ("The Sea"),
and the Tallis Fantasia. In this relatively short
work for Baritone soloist, chorus and orchestra,
we find the essence of Vaughan-Williams style
and compositional mastery - hallmarks of a richly
productive artistic output that defined a nationalist
movement in music that continues to this day.
Centered on four traditional carols: The Truth Sent
From Above; Come All You Worthy Gentlemen; On
Christmas Night; and There Is A Fountain; it also
features fragments of other well-known carol tunes.
379081 SATB Vocal Score. . . . . . . . . 4.10
3147691 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.40
5352448 Instrumental Parts
Solo Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.00
5408109 Additional Score Chorus
with Orch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33.00
5408091 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 83.00
lt Hodie Christus Natus EstJonathan Adams.
This a cappella original rings with energy and joy for
Christmas. Ripe with antiphonal qualities, the piece
opens with a brief fanfare and proceeds through
several meter changes to an exciting conclusion. An
excellent holiday concert opener for better choirs.
10602881 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
Ht Lux AurumqueEric Whitacre. Celebrated
composer Eric Whitacre has written this essay
on a Christmas text that weaves a rich choral
tapestry of light and the soft singing of angels for
the newborn child.
3281698 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
t
Lux NovaEric Whitacre. A new imagining of
his beloved Lux Aurumque, Lux Nova was written
for performance at the 2014 iTunes festival. With
a timeless and beautiful Latin text by Charles
Anthony Silvestri.
10485441 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
t Patapanarr. David Conte. This charming a
cappella setting of the familiar carol has a bright,
rhythmic ostinato pattern that moves between
the sections of the choir. The Christmas story is
told from the perspective of shepherds playing
simple instruments - flutes and drums - the
onomatopoetic sound of which gives the carol its
name. "Pat-a-pan" is meant to mimic the sound
of the drum, and an accompanying lyric, "tu-re-
lu-re-lu," the flute.
10514620 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
10514622 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10514623 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
4 Rejoice and Sing!John Rutter. This joyful,
sprightly carol comes from Sir David Willcocks: A
Celebration in Carols. With its uplifting 7/8 time
signature, memorable melody, rich and diverse
textures, and delightful orchestral accompaniment,
this carol is a fitting tribute to one of the great
names synonymous with Christmas.
10615978 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.75
t Serenity (O Magnum Mysterium)Ola
Gjeilo. For a cappella mixed voices with violin
or cello (parts included), this soundscape on
the traditional O Magnum Mysterium text has
long phrases that seem to suspend the listener
in space. A full six minutes in duration, it is a
stunningly beautiful contribution to the repertoire
for medium-advanced choirs!
10304873 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
Study guide
MESSIAH:
UNDERSTANDING
AND PERFORMING
HANDEL'S
MASTERPIECE
Helmuth Rilling. This book
on Handel's "Messiah" reflects
Helmuth Rilling's remarkable
skills, both as a conductor and
as an educator. It is literally a
"study guide" for conductors and
performers which shows the step-
by-step thought process Rilling
uses in preparing a score - a
methodology which can be
applied to any work. More
importantly, Rilling challenges
the reader to probe Handel's
thinking - to consider ways of more
effectively communicating the
deeper layers of meaning found
within this masterwork.
10495178 Paperback Book . . . . 18.50
A cappella
QUATRE MOTETS
POUR LE TEMPS
DE NOEL
Francis Poulenc. Quatre motets
pour le temps de Noel was
completed in 1952. Following the
narrative of the Nativity, Poulenc
intended that the movements be
performed together, although
they have often been performed
separately. O magnum mysterium
is a responsorial chant traditionally
recanted during the Christmas
Matins, the monastic nighttime
liturgy that ends at dawn. Quem
vidistis pastores dicite recalls the
message given to the shepherds
of the Savior's birth. The text of
Videntes stellam, a responsory
for the Christmas Matins, paints a
picture of the star in the sky that
leads the Magi to Christ. Hodie
Christus natus est is an Antiphon to
the Magnificat, which is sung during
the vespers on Christmas Day. The
text speaks of the world rejoicing
over the birth of Christ.
10493492 SATB Choral Score . . . 9.95
