Astor Piazzolla au bandonéon est non seulement le maître inégalé du tango argentin mais aussi un véritable ambassadeur de la musique méridionale. Il est la muse de nombreux artistes et compositeurs et a donné des concerts aussi bien avec des formations de musique du monde qu'' avec les étoiles de la musique classique.'Oblivion' est une oeuvre lente empreinte de mélancolie pouvant être interprét…

Dietrich Buxtehude’s Cantata for fourpart chorus is suited remarkably well fort he Christmas services as well as the general religious services which choruses take part in every year.This opulent-sounding work possesses its every own special Christmas magic. It is a piece which can claim a place in the repertoire of many choruses. Besides the score with enclosed instrumental parts the choral sc…

Magnificat for a Chorus of four mixed voices and Basso continuoPachelbel's choral works excel in the magnificence and festive splendour of their tonal effect but at no point do they depart from an easy singable style. Simplicity of harmonic texture and voice leading is a characteristic of Pachelbel's art generally but it asserts itself especially in these vocal compositions. They are in the be…

Uses: General Music Appreciation ConcertScripture: Psalm 66:4; James 5:13; Psalm 96:1Leaping joyfully from the score this music of unbridled energy calls the world to jubilant praise. Masterfullyamalgamating classic sacred poetry along with words from the Psalms this general use anthem is equally at home in the sanctuary or concert hall. Whether done with piano alone with brass and percussion…

Uses: General Lent Ordination Baccalaureate Graduation Youth ChoirScripture: Proverbs 3:5-6Inspired by a beloved Scripture passage this powerful admonition in song provides musical beauty andspiritual depth. A sweeping theme takes this Biblical mandate and gives it artful wings while a lushly produced orchestration and StudioTrax CD provide several options for performance. Unison singing mix…

from Footprints in the Sand-Uses: General Lent Revival Christ the Good ShepherdScripture: Exodus 13:21; Psalm 23:1-3; John 10:3A splendid gathering of treasured hymns is found in this pull-out from the best-selling cantata Footprints in the Sand. Ideal for the Lenten journey these hymns are well known and part of almost every denominational hymnal:Guide Me O Thou Great Jehovah; Savior Like a…

Uses: General Revival MemorialScripture: II Timothy 4:6-8; I Corinthians 15:54; Titus 2:13; II Corinthians 4:17Celebrate your faith with this medley of old favorites sure to put a smile on yourface. I'll Fly Away This World Is Not My Home and In the Sweet By and By dance together in rustic abandon complete with a rollicking piano part and a combo of acoustic instruments. These hopeful old &l…

Uses: General Pentecost Evangelism Reformation Church AnniversaryScripture: I Corinthians 12:12-27; I Peter 2:9-10; Acts 20:28The last e-mail between two best friends J. Paul Williams and JosephMartin contained the text of this inspiring testimony of faith. Written for a church Paul served during the early days of his ministry this anthem was completed posthumously and represents the crowni…

from Legacy of Faith-Uses: General Ordination Baptism BaccalaureateScripture: Philippians 1:6From the successful cantata Legacy of Faith comes this driving acclamation of purpose and fulfilled promises.Adapting Scripture from the writings of Paul we are reminded by the writers to live a life worthy of the high calling of Christ. This exciting choral is ideal for ordinations graduations and …

Uses: General All Saints Day ConcertScripture: Revelation 21:2; Ezra 1:1-4Beginning with the languid strains of a stunning low voice solo and incorporating the traditional spiritual “CityCalled Heaven ” this compelling anthem is a mixture of styles. The stately opening surrenders to a jazzy theme that is contagious in its “vibe” using the words almost as a rhythm instru…