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Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Musical scores, lyrics & libretti
for SSSSAATTBB unaccompanied Commissioned by The Marian Consort in
celebration of their 10th anniversary, and first performed in 2018,
Jackson's is one of the most striking modern settings of this
ancient text. With a rich scoring matching that of Scarlatti's
setting of the same text, the composer's trademark diversity of
texture is much in evidence. Passages of rich sonority give way to
intimate soloistic sections, the lines spiced up by fiery rhythms
and occasional arabesques and glissandi. The piece will be a very
satisfying challenge for a proficient choir.
for SATB and piano This original suite sets anonymous instructions
found in packaging to general household goods, providing amusing
and theatrical highlights as well as musical interplay and formal
episodes. The three contrasting movements are contemporary yet
accessible in style, with catchy melodies and jazz-inspired
harmonies.
for SATB double choir unaccompanied Lightly come or lightly go is a
playful setting of James Joyce's poem of the same name for SATB
double choir. The second choir carries the titular words as an
arching ostinato, while choir one presents the main body of the
text through characterful melodies and word painting. The two
choirs portray the conflicting emotions expressed in the poem
demonstrated by the closing line: "Love and laughter song-confessed
When the heart is heaviest".
for SATB and piano or orchestra This setting of Adolphe Adam's
beloved Christmas carol employs rich choral textures and a flowing
piano accompaniment to create a rousing overall effect. Opening
gently, the intensity builds gradually towards a stirring, powerful
ending. Also in the anthology, An American Christmas.
for CCBar and piano This beautiful arrangement of the well-loved
folksong gradually grows from simple one- and two-part vocal
writing to a delightful display of interweaving imitation in three
parts, before an eventual ebbing away. The flowing piano
accompaniment provides harmonic support throughout.
for SSAA and piano This serene, reflective anthem is a rich
addition to the Choral Evensong repertoire. Chilcott artfully
entwines an original setting of William Fuller's 'Evening Hymn',
most famously set by Henry Purcell, and the plainsong melody for
the Latin hymn 'Te lucis ante terminum', in J. M. Neale's English
translation. Grounded in minor tonalities, the anthem makes use of
a semi-chorus of altos and sopranos for the hymn tune, juxtaposed
with compelling and complementary melodies in the other parts,
building to a resolute final section before a peaceful 'Amen'.
for SATB unaccompanied This lively reimagining of the traditional
hymn is a thrilling a cappella arrangement which pairs the soaring
legato melody with a rhythmic vocal accompaniment. Together, these
elements capture both the gentle hope and the profound joy
contained in the text. Also including moments of tenderness and
reflection, the piece comes to a rousing close with an energy that
engages singers and audience alike. Also available in a version for
SSA unaccompanied.
This deeply expressive arioso, which opens Handel's Ode for the
Birthday of Queen Anne (1713), was performed at the wedding of
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at St George's Chapel, Windsor, on
19 May 2018. Originally scored in D major for counter-tenor, with
trumpet and strings, the work is here arranged by John Rutter for
performance by soprano and organ (or strings and organ continuo),
with or without solo trumpet, in the slightly lower key of C major.
This package contains (1) the orchestral score in C major, and (2)
the instrumental parts (solo trumpet, 1st and 2nd violins, viola,
cello, bass, organ continuo) in two versions, in C major and D flat
major. The D flat version of the parts is to enable performance
with modern strings but natural trumpet, the trumpet playing in
Handel's original key of D major but at baroque pitch (A = 415).
for CCBar and piano This entertaining three-part arrangement of the
popular sea shanty was written for Cambiata North West. The
humorous lyrics are complemented by a jovial piano accompaniment
and the piece includes several key changes, allowing different
parts to take the lead with the melody.
for SATB unaccompanied The Waiting Sky is a four-part unaccompanied
miniature for mixed choir. The evocative text by Lucia Quinault
depicts a rural winter scene, and is skilfully set to music by
Oliver Tarney to create a lucidly reflective piece. There is a
sense in both the text and the music of waiting for the 'shining
star' and, while it would make a beautiful addition to a concert
programme at other times of the year, the setting is perfect as a
reflective carol for Advent, anticipating the wonder of the birth
of Christ.
for SATB and organ or piano This simple and attractive carol sets a
little-known text by the Rev. Canon John Gray (1866-1934). With an
accompaniment for either organ and piano and optional soprano
solos, this piece is accessible to a wide range of choirs and would
be an excellent addition to either a Christmas concert or service.
Vaughan Williams's famous romance for solo violin and orchestra is
given new life in this beautiful arrangement, which features the
original solo line as part of a string sextet. Perfect as a
rehearsal tool in preparation for a larger-scale orchestral
concert, the arrangement is also ideal for performance in a chamber
recital.
for SATB double choir unaccompanied This optimistic and affirmatory
anthem sets a useful service text of general thanksgiving from the
Book of Common Prayer. Chilcott makes full use of the imitation and
antiphonal effects that these forces enable, while keeping the
vocal lines and part-writing well within the capabilities of most
church choirs.
for SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied Annunciation is an
expressive and expansive Advent carol based on words from John
Donne's Holy Sonnets. McDowall creates a captivating atmosphere as
the voices explore a soundworld that is mystical, reflective, and
bright. The sensitive part-writing and accessible vocal lines will
enable choirs of all types to profess the carol's message of
'salvation to all'.
Vaughan Williams's famous romance for solo violin and orchestra is
given new life in this beautiful arrangement. For the first time,
violinists can perform the original solo line as part of a string
quartet, while also joining the other players for the longer tutti
sections. Perfect as a rehearsal tool in preparation a larger-scale
orchestral concert, the arrangement is also ideal for performance
in a chamber recital.
for solo voice, SATB (with divisions), flute, and piano John
Rutter's timeless arrangement of Skylark, a standard of the golden
age of American song, is rich, mellow, and mellifluous. Soaring
lines for flute depict the eponymous songbird, and the classic
Hoagy Carmichael tune is shared between solo voice and choir, the
latter also often providing a cushion of evocative harmonies.
for alto solo, SATB (with divisions), and guitar Following a
collaboration with Katie Melua on her 2016 album 'In Winter', on
which she worked with the Gori Women's Choir from her native
Georgia), Bob Chilcott has created ans evocative and stirring
arrangement of Rachmaninov's celebrated fifth movement of the
Vespers (or 'All-Night Vigil'), which may be performed in Russian
or in English.
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