Subtitle: CME Conductor's Choice Product Number:
HL48019285 Series: Conductor's Choice Voicing: Satb Publisher: Hal Leonard Pages: 12 Price: $1.80
Description: Written for the 20th anniversary of the CME Institute, A Living Song serves to honor and reflect on the passion for music that CME has instilled in countless singers throughout the years.
Description: With a text from an old gospel hymn, this original setting is brisk and syncopated, perhaps even “jazzy” and calls for a bright, energetic and joyous choral sound.
Description: A Hebrew setting of Psalm 23 (The Lord Is My Shepherd), this is the central movement of Imant Raminsh's Symphony of Psalms. For SATB chorus, soprano solo, and piano (optional orchestral parts available from Boosey & Hawkes), the soprano soloist shines, and the choir just soars to a rousing climax and then finishes with a soothing, restful final statement, “and I will dwell in the House of the Lord forever.” Duration: ca. 8:15.
Description: “The world is sustained by three things: by truth, by justice, and by peace.” The elegant and timely message conveyed by this beautiful work is now available for SATB chorus and piano. The vocal lines are satisfying to sing and the piano accompaniment substantial without overpowering the voices. Available separately: SATB, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 4:00.
Description: A message of hope and optimism, as well as a call to the whole range of life's participants to raise their figurative voices in a celebration of diversity. With piano.
Subtitle: (No. 2 from Three Festival Songs) Product Number:
HL48019856 Series: Conductor's Choice Voicing: Satb Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes Pages: 12 Price: $1.80
Description: Set in a Romantic style with piano accompaniment throughout, this piece employs long, flowing melodic lines that convey all the potential held in the idea of travel, both literal and as a metaphor for life's journey. Appropriate for graduations, farewell ceremonies, as well as general concert programs.
Description: A setting of Psalm 130 in German is set here for SSATTBB choir and piano (optional orchestral parts available from Boosey & Hawkes).From the larger work, Symphony of Psalms, lyricism, rhythmic drive, and soaring vocal lines set this movement apart as a emotional supplication to the Lord. Duration: ca. 6:40.
Description: With a text that speaks of gratitude and contentedness, and also of self-acceptance, Blest By Everything is perfect for milestone events or the concert stage. A triumphant melody infused with hope and optimism.
Description: A gentle Russian Doukhobor lullaby, the second movement of “Northwest Trilogy.” Varied textures and voicings bring this song of warmth and simplicity to life.
Description: Strong, dance-like rhythms carry the opening words of Psalm 96 and make this an inviting selection. Using both English and Latin text, this work combines engaging vocal counterpoint with stirring energy. With piano or organ.
Description: This setting of a sixteenth century French poem celebrates May Day, the mid-point between the vernal equinox and the summer solstice, which in many traditions marked the beginning of the pastoral summer season.
Description: This tenderly wrought and graceful work transcends the usual imagery of Christmas to embrace universal questions of humanity. Piano and viola form a lyrical accompaniment. Recorded by Portland Symphonic Girlchoir, Roberta Q. Jackson, director.
Description: Stephen Hatfield sets out to accomplish the seemingly opposing objectives of expressing the frustration of war while still providing a sense of uplifting inspiration. He accomplishes this-and then some, in this rhythmically-driven piece for mixed chorus and percussion.
Description: Commissioned by Doreen Rao for the Elmer Iseler Singers, this work was inspired by Raphael's St. Cecilia Altarpiece in which Cecilia, the patron saint of music,is surrounded by discarded instruments, symbols of King David's penitence. The work opens with a declamatory section calling upon God to punish the wicked, moves into a more reflective middle section that begs forgiveness, and ends with praise to the wonder and beauty of creation.
Description: This piece begins and ends with the text 'Earth grown old,' portraying the idea of the cycle of life. In between are beautiful images of the cold Earth that are represented by the choir's interweaving lines and the interaction between the piano and the chorus as they explore the mysteries that are held by the Earth.
Description: For a cappella SATB chorus (with divisi), this setting of Shakespeare's Sonnet 87 is full of longing and desire. Voices fit comfortably around the ranges of their parts, and will resonate beautifully within the warm, sonorous harmonic language of Wayland Rogers.
Description: February Twilight is a stark setting of poetry by Sara Teasdale. The controlled restraint used in the vocal lines creates the image of a cold, clear winter's night. You'll practically see the night sky before you, and feel the chill of the air. Available: SATB. Duration: ca. 4:00.
Description: Different influences from across the gospel tradition gather together in this spirited piece. Body percussion and double choir call and response make for a vivid performance!
Description: This collection of four variations, one for each of the four winds, is the first in a set of pieces based on Carl Sandburg poems. The piece is stormy and sometimes gently, ending with a burst of wind.
Description: “For this we stand, all peoples of the earth, in spirit as in law across the sacred land; a worth and dignity bestowed to each as right of birth, our lives in interdependence, for this we stand.” This stirring work celebrates a vision for peace vital to an interdependent world. With piano.
Description: The sense of youthful, innocent longing so beautifully expressed in the poem of this Edna St. Vincent Millay text is beautifully mirrored in the large melodic leaps and occasional chromaticism of this setting. Simple, almost childlike at the beginning, the piece develops into a rich, mature sound at the climax, and returns to its simpler roots toward the end. Duration: ca. 3:05.
Description: Written in the style of students performing in Nairobi, Kenya, Harambee (a Swahili word that symbolizes unity) is full of energy, with an occasional drum and optional clapping to embellish the rhythm and enliven the performance.
Description: With text by Shakespeare, and a piano accompaniment that is both understated and elegant, the arrangement of Schubert lieder is a wonderful way to develop and showcase exquisite choral blend. Text in German and English.
Wayland Rogers (Arranger)
Franz Schubert (Composer)
Description: A musical representation of the sonnet by Keats of the same name, this work expresses the creative process in variously musing and emphatic music. With piano and oboe or violin.
Description: These intimate and comforting lines of Elizabeth Bishop's Sonnet are set to music that is reflective, lush and lyrical, with the text always foremost.
Description: Now available for SATB, this fleet-footed setting of a medieval French folksong is packed with energy and self-assurance. Sure to please! Available separately: SATB a cappella, SSA a cappella. Duration: ca: 2:10.
Description: Adapted from a traditional African-American chant, this is - in the composer's words - a “soulful piledriver with a monster backbeat.” Plentiful but manageable divisi writing makes this a full and satisfying arrangement.
Description: Jubilation is given full voice in this rousing setting of Psalm 150! With piano. “Laudate Dominum” is the final movement of Raminsh's Symphony of Psalms for chorus and orchestra; full vocal and orchestral materials are available from Boosey & Hawkes Rental Library.
Subtitle: (No. 1 from Three Festival Songs) Product Number:
HL48019855 Series: Conductor's Choice Voicing: Satb Publisher: Boosey & Hawkes Pages: 12 Price: $1.80
Description: The power of song is explored in this Robert Bowker original. Strong unison statements open the piece, after which each section explores the various elements of music making. The result is dynamic interest and lyrical melodic lines and a work that will be musically satisfying for your singers and collaborative pianist alike.
