Setting the Wendell Berry To My Mother but incorporating it for his parents, Joshua Shank portrays the sense of wandering and confusion in the early sections of his music but ultimately finds the revelation of true, unconditional love. Commissioned by Matthew Culloton and The Singers - Minnesota Choral Artists, and chosen by Dale Warland for his G.Schirmer series, this is a work worthy of the fine…

The scoring of Schubert's Auf dem Strom (On the River) for voice, horn and piano is reminiscent of that of the Hirt auf dem Felsen (Shepherd on the Rock, HN 969) with obligato clarinet. Both pieces were written in 1828 and each one upon a musician's request - in this case that of the horn player Rudolf Lewy. Schubert gave the first performance of Auf dem Strom with the latter and the tenor Ludwig …

Acht Weihnachtslieder in deutscher Ubersetzung (Eight carols in German translation). Par RUTTER JOHN. for SATB and piano or organ For countless singers and listeners, the carols of John Rutter form the quintessential repertoire of any Christmas concert or service. This selection includes eight of Rutter's most popular carols in German translation, together with a full list of orchestral accompanim…

Par JOLLIFFE EDMUND. Edmund Jolliffe 's setting of the communion antiphon for the Roman Catholic Requiem Mass may be sung to equally powerful effect either liturgically, or as the focus of a collective expression of remembrance, or as a moving addition to any choral concert programme. From the opening revelation of eternal light the music moves steadily through hushed litanies and invocations to a…

Scenic cantata in two acts. Par SCHINDLER PETER. Peter Schindler’s full-length secular choral work Sonne, Mond und Sterne (Sun, Moon and Stars) narrates a love story based on “old” texts which are given a new interpretation through these musical settings. - choral work of medium difficulty- will appeal to experienced Brahms Requiem singers as well as ambitious chamber or youth choirs with a gospel…

A unique CD and Music Pack specially developed for female singers auditioning for shows, revues and bands. These ten hit songs have been carefully selected to bring out the best of your talent. The music book features each song in piano/vocal arrangements. The CD gives you full professional backing tracks, each specially recorded in the most appropriate key. This series is the answer to accompanis…

Two carols in one! A rhythmic pattern in the accompaniment introduces an ostinato in the lower voices and lays the groundwork for the tuneful German carol, which bookends glorious strains from another Christmas classic. A creative arrangement that school and church singers are sure to love. / 2 Parties Mixtes

Inspired by the grace and passion of a medieval poem, this extended work offers intense dramatic exchanges between choir, piano and string quartet. Sentiments of stillness and peace are beautifully portrayed, making this a memorable work for both singers and audience! Available separately: SSAATTBB, String Quartet (Full Score and Parts), String Quartet (Full Score only). Duration: ca. 14:00. / Cho…

One of the king'singers' most requested arrangements in a lush a cappella setting - Billy Joel's hit ballad arranged by Bob Chilcott. / Voix Mixtes