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for SATB and organ With a feeling of celebration, Bullard's setting
of the well-known Psalm 100 is energetic and exciting. A spritely
organ part supports bold statements in the vocal lines, while the
middle section offers some thoughtful introspection. Perfect for
services and encores.
This well-known song by Vaughan Williams is arranged here for mixed
voices, with additional lower voice parts by Alan Bullard. The
pastoral imagery in the lyrics is beautifully brought to life by
the trademark folk-inspired melodies, fluid harmonies, and a lively
piano accompaniment. Originally published in The Oxford Book of
Flexible Choral Songs.
for SABar and piano or organ Ideal for a carol service or concert,
this piece follows the three Kings on their journey to the birth of
Jesus and is characterised by its alternation of major and minor
modes. Also available in a version for SATB and piano or organ.
for SATB unaccompanied This gentle carol sets a well-known text,
'Balulalow', that paints an image of Mary singing a lullaby to
Jesus. Bullard's gentle sways and lilting rhythms reflect the
story, while soft dynamics and warm harmonies create a tender
quality throughout. The third verse begins emphatically, praising
the 'gift' of the New Year, before finishing on a tranquil,
contemplative note.
for SATB and piano Ring the bells is a joyful setting of a text by
Frances Crosby that celebrates the coming of Christmas. Written in
a lively compound time, the carol explores one melodic refrain
through numerous keys and textures, giving each verse a different
energy. The voices are supported by resonant harmonies in the piano
that cheerfully mimic the 'bells' and 'harps' in the text.
for SATB unaccompanied Alan Bullard's simple, uplifting setting of
words by eighteenth-century writer and Calvinist minister Joseph
Hart is perfectly suited to the Every Voice Rejoice series. The
anthem is characterized by flexible rhythms that sensitively
complement the metre of the text and a beautifully reflective set
of Amens at its close.
for unison voices, with optional descant, and piano This attractive
piece for unison voices celebrates the wonder of the 'bright new
moon'. The composer's own text, based on traditional Hebridean
poems, is set to a simple, flowing melody, and the optional descant
in the final section soars over the melody and introduces an echo
effect. The piano accompaniment supports the vocal lines while
providing additional colours and textures.
for unison voices, with optional second part, and piano This is the
key is a dramatic, narrative piece, perfect for children's and
youth choirs. It can be sung in unison throughout, or the score
contains options for two parts, sometimes singing alternating
phrases and at other times singing together in two-part harmony.
Sections in different tempos and keys create a variety of moods,
and the continuous piano part features running quavers, a rhythmic
bass line, and shimmering spread chords.
for SATB unaccompanied Images of Peace resulted from a request for
a work that would encourage peace and understanding while not
focussing on any particular creed or belief, and Alan Bullard
approached this concept by choosing texts from a range of sources,
including the English metaphysical and pastoral traditions, and the
Taoist, Jewish, and Christian traditions. The set of five songs are
designed as a symphonic whole, with the first and last ('Sweet
Peace' and 'Bread of Peace') partly sharing the same material,
book-ending three contrasting movements, a lively scherzo ('Rainbow
of Peace'), an expressive slow movement ('Peace in the world'), and
an elegant allegretto ('Doves of Peace').
for SSA 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 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.
for SATB and organ or piano Opening out from a lyrical exchange
between unison lower and upper voices, As the bridegroom to his
chosen is based around a John Tauler poem rich in metaphorical
language that reflects on the protagonist's relationship with the
Lord. Contrasting textures and eminently singable melodies make
this a musically rewarding yet accessible anthem.
for CCBar and piano This original suite, written for the
Warwickshire Youth Choir, represents an extended concert item at
the centre of the Emerging Voices series. It sets anonymous
instructions found in packaging to general household goods,
providing amusing and theatrical highlights as well as musical
interplay and formal episodes.
for CBar and piano This original composition combines several
traditional proverbs (Good things come to those who wait, What goes
up..., Where there's a will...), a quirky melody, a laid-back swing
feel, a whispering section, and an immediate melodic 'hook'.
Sufficient unison writing supports effective learning, for this age
group, and challenging duplet rhythms are made accessible within
helpful longer phrases. The music is well-suited to the text and
displays Bullard's accessible but highly accomplished compositional
technique.
for SATB and organ with optional congregation Perfect for
celebrating Pentecost, this joyous anthem on the theme of the Holy
Spirit centres around the Veni Creator Spiritus plainchant,
fragments of which have been skilfully developed to create an
expressive setting of Edwin Hatch's Breathe on me, breath of God.
Masterfully crafted, the anthem moves seamlessly between the
familiar plainchant and Bullard's original melody, before
culminating in a climactic final verse in which the two melodies
are sung simultaneously, bringing the anthem to an exultant close.
for SATB and organ or piano Horatius Bonar's well-known hymn
Beloved, let us love is a perfect text for wedding services,
expressing the belief that it is only through loving others that we
can know God's love for us. Bullard's celebratory and emotive
setting begins by offsetting male and female voices, before
exploring full-choir textures, rich harmonies, and contrasting
keyboard accompaniments. Both affirmatory and exultant and
reflective and wondrous, the anthem should find a place in church
services and concerts throughout the year.
Pianoworks Collection 2 is a fabulous anthology compiled especially
for the older beginner pianist. The collection is packed full of
favourite pieces from a variety of genres, including 'Jupiter' from
Holst's The Planets, jazz standard Take Five, and a beautiful new
arrangement of 'Scarborough Fair'. The pieces are ideal both for
concert performance and to reinforce the techniques introduced in
Pianoworks Book 2.
The Piano Prep Test is an ideal introduction to the ABRSM exam
experience: it gives students a goal to work towards and a
certificate on the day - something to be really proud of. The test
covers many elements that beginner pianists will be working on,
including pitch, time, tone and performance. Our Piano Prep Test
book has exciting new pieces, easy to follow instructions,
listening games and entertaining illustrations. For the first time
it includes duets as well as solo pieces. Preparing for your Piano
Prep Test has never been more fun!
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