Sensoo With a text deriving from the Latin and Hebrew phrases for grant us peace combined with a message from Pope John Paul II spoken in 1981 at the Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, Japan, this work reminds us of the destructive nature of war and the healing nature of peace-making. For mixed voices with […]
Monat: Januar 1970
→ Psalm Of Praise (Gemischter Chor)
Psalm Of Praise This setting of a Psalm text is reflective and evokes the mood and style of a folk song or hymn but with unexpected turns of harmony ultimately giving way to a more contemporary style. The gentle, lilting melody contributes to the unhurried pace, giving this a sense of thoughtful celebration. Duration: ca. […]
→ Mo Li Hua (Jasmine Flower) (Gemischter Chor)
Mo Li Hua (Jasmine Flower) Numerous composers have been drawn to the haunting melody of the popular Chinese folk song Jasmine Flower. This setting seeks to restore the tune to a more authentic stylistic palette with a few Western elements. For mixed voices, soprano solo, flute and optional plucked instrument, includes translation and transliteration. Duration: […]
→ Heaven To Earth (Gemischter Chor)
Heaven To Earth Exploring themes of the traveler returning to home and family especially during the holidays, this work uses ostinati and superimposed lines of text in a hypnotic, jazz-flavored style that evokes the foggy December weather of St. John, Newfoundland. Duration: ca. 5:30. Noten für: Gemischter Chor Notenverlag: Boosey & Hawkes BHI47909 Noten Informationen […]
→ Ej Saulite Driz Pie Dieva (Gemischter Chor)
Ej Saulite Driz Pie Dieva A movement of a larger suite, Under the Baltic Sun, this Latvian folk song is the lament of an oppressed people. For mixed chorus and piano, the publication includes text translation and IPA pronunciation guide. Orchestra score and parts available on rental from the publisher. Duration: ca. 3:00. Noten für: […]
→ As One Is One (Gemischter Chor)
As One Is One Using short, crisp phrases of language and repetitive musical motives, this work is infused with energy, purpose, playfulness, surprise and humor. For mixed voices, contrabass or cello and piano. Duration: ca. 6:00. Noten für: Gemischter Chor Notenverlag: Boosey & Hawkes BHI47930 Noten Informationen und Preis: As One Is One
→ All Thy Gifts Of Love (Gemischter Chor)
All Thy Gifts Of Love Inspired by a holiday card inscription, this simple melody for mixed chorus and piano expresses gratitude for the gifts we are given despite the adversity that surrounds us. This message of thanksgiving is relevant at any time, but especially during the winter holidays when we focus so closely on life’s […]
→ Under Heaven (Frauenchor)
Under Heaven Based on the famous Ecclesiastes text, Rupert Lang has created a lovely piece that conveys a message of hope and the idea that there is balance in all things. For three-part treble voices and piano. Duration: ca. 6:00. Noten für: Frauenchor Notenverlag: Boosey & Hawkes BHI47813 Noten Informationen und Preis: Under Heaven
→ A Little Innocence (Frauenchor)
A Little Innocence Originally written for The Children’s Aid Society Chorus of New York City, this e.e. cummings text lends itself so nicely to the pure sound of treble voices and explores the idea of transformative innocence – that no state of being is so dark or hopeless that it cannot be transformed into light […]
→ Little Fourpaws (Frauenchor)
Little Fourpaws A delicate setting for three-part treble choir of an e.e. cummings text. With piano accompaniment that is supportive of the vocal lines, yet not overpowering, younger and more experienced choirs alike will enjoy the simplicity of this beautiful piece. Duration: ca. 2:00 Noten für: Frauenchor Notenverlag: Boosey & Hawkes BHI47914 Noten Informationen und […]
→ I Am A Little Church (Frauenchor)
I Am A Little Church Based on poetry by e.e. cummings, this setting is dedicated to the composer’s mother on the occasion of her 87th birthday. Masterful vocal writing and an engaging piano accompaniment evoke images both humble and grandiose, and allow choirs to showcase balance and blend through expansive homophonic passages. Duration: ca. 6:30. […]
→ After The Sleet Storm (Frauenchor)
After The Sleet Storm This work for treble voices, cello and classical guitar begins with an ostinato repetition of the title, before the entrance of the melodic theme superimposed in counterpoint with the cello melody. The texture becomes more homophonic and builds to a climax before dissolving into a counterpoint on the words ’not quite […]
→ Earthsongs (Gemischter Chor)
Earthsongs The movements in this nine-minute choral suite speak of the wonders of nature and of the importance of protecting our home and environment. The World is Full of Poetry is a text by the 19th century geologist James Gates Percival. In Safety and Bliss is a Buddhist writing from the Sutta Nipata. We Join […]
→ Niska Banja (CME) (Gemischter Chor)
Niska Banja (CME) SATB and Piano, 4-Hands Now available in several voicings, Niska Banja is a Serbian Roma dance popular throughout the Balkans. To Central Europeans, the 9/8 rhythm of 2-2-2-3 is as natural as a 4/4 rock beat is in North America, and rapidly becomes both infectious and quite natural. Duration: 1:20. Noten für: […]
→ Dodi Li (Gemischter Chor)
Dodi Li Now available in several voicings and sung completely in Hebrew, this delightful Israeli song, with its text based on a song from the Old Testament ‚Song of Solomon,‘ is an excellent multicultural experience for choirs. Both a pronunciation guide and translation are included in this selection that continues to be popular in festivals […]