Par MAW NICHOLAS. . . .a lyrical and artful structure, full of contrasting texture and dynamic and typically rich harmony. The Times (Stephen Pettitt), March 1993 / Niveau : Assez Facile / Feuillet / Choeur

Arrangement: Runswick Daryl. Par RUNSWICK DARYL. Daryl Runswick's vivid gospel arrangements are a sparkling addition to the Christmas repertory for upper voice choirs, and will be loved by singers and audiences alike. This collection of five Christmas spirituals from North America and the Caribbean are idiomatically arranged by Daryl and come with useful tips to help inexperienced choirs sing in a…

Symphonie der Tausend. Par MAHLER GUSTAV. All my earlier symphonies are mere preludes to this one. In the other works everything is subjective tragedy, - this one is a huge giver of joy.' (Gustav Mahler) Gustav Mahler's 'Symphony No. 8' is a work of exceptions. Seen from the outside, this is true of the forces that are used: with its three choirs, eight soloists and an orchestra of far more than o…

Text and tune are perfectly matched in this ebullient anthem from Joseph Martin. Solid vocal scoring and a supportive accompaniment make this a solid choice for large and small choirs alike. An alternate Easter text is also included. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Love me sweet was composed for the occasion of the composer's wedding in July 2010. The text consists of four verses taken from Elizabeth Barrett Browning's ironic poem A Man's Requirements which ends with the couplet, 'I will love thee - half a year - As a man is able.' This setting responds to the purer sentiments of the earlier verses, employing a lilting metre, a harmonic idiom and a piquant s…

In this anthem based on the Great Commission, the opening curtain-raising gesture in the accompaniment is a call to purpose, introducing a hymn-like tune in strong unison. A powerful song of commitment and discipleship, this one would be a thoughtful option for festival choirs, or a perfect choice for missions and evangelism-based services. Inspiring! Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, tpt 1…

Will Todd's Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd's characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmansh…

Will Todd's Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd's characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmansh…

Par MARTIN MATTHEW. Commissioned by the Tallis Scholars, Lamentations is a prime example of Martin's exemplary choral writing. Combining complex harmonies and intricate, antiphonal rhythms Martin has created a rich and sonorous setting of this sombre, mournful text. Suitable for intermediate choirs and part of Faber Music's Choral Signature Series./ Feuillet / SATB

Howells' elegiac setting of words by John Buxton muses on Christ's nativity and his prophesied mission in the world. Ideal for mixed choirs in schools and parish churches. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)