Old American Songs I-In 1944 a famous dancer Martha Graham commissioned Copland to write a ballet called Appalachian Spring. For part of the ballet he used his own variations on a Shaker song called 'Simple Gifts.'

Britten's Jubilate is written for SATB choir and Organ accompaniment.Benjamin Britten's birthday (22nd November 1913 Lowestoft) falls on St. Cecilia's Day a happy augury for the career of one of Britain's greatestcomposers. Essentially a vocal composer Britten won international fame for his operas and song-cycles. He never abandoned the principles of tonality and was a 'modern' composer who rea…

Simple Gifts

Uses: General Thanksgiving stewardshipScripture: Psalm 50:12; Ecclesiastes 3Two beloved sacred songs “Simple Gifts” and “This Is My Father's World” move as one in thisbestselling offering that has become a Thanksgiving standard. Utilizing a unique strumming effect in the optional piano part adds authenticity to this very special anthem of gratitude and praise; while new …

with Simple Gifts and Going Home-Uses: Graduation General Scripture: Isaiah 11:2-3 Romans 12:3 Hebrews 11:10 Two beloved tunes form a partner song joined by not only music but poetic purpose as well. Friendly ranges an approachable piano part and a variety of voicings to choose from open this best-seller to ensembles of any size. A lyrical violin part adds to the bittersweet qualities of this…

Judith Clurman Choral Series-Sally Lamb McCune has arranged three timeless American folk songs for mixed Choir Piano Snare Drum Piccolo and optional Strings. This can be performed as a set: Simple Gifts; When Johnny Comes Marching Home; GetOff the Track; or each piece can be sung individually. Historical notes included from the arranger offer a solid beginning for further study for you and your…

Written for a combined chorus performance at Avery Fisher Hall Lincoln Center with the composer conducting this major work in three movements is both poignant and inspiring. Drawing inspiration from the words of Henry DavidThoreau and quoting Simple Gifts Zion's Walls and Materna this is a classic Mark Hayes composition combining stylistic contemporary writing with a classical foundation. Wi…

Uses: Easter St. Thomas SundayScripture: I Peter 1:8The traditional “Simple Gifts” tune is given a fresh treatment with a modern text by Charlotte Lee. With the declarative text “Christ lives and so do we ” this is an anthem of joy and hope that will enhance your Easter worship celebration. The optional trumpet part is included and will add an extra bit of sparkle to your …

One of the great treasures of American folk music this Shaker melody receives a refreshing treatment in this Dale Warland setting. With Harp. Includes parts for Flute Harp and Guitar. Performance Time: Approx. 2:10.

for SATB piccolo flute glockenspiel and organ The choral writing in this traditional hymn arrangement is typically straightforward but hugely effective.

Composed by Gerald Custer. Choral. Octavo. Lorenz Publishing Company #15/3487H. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.15-3487H).

Edited by Aaron Stang. Fretted instrument mixed folio (Guitar). 148 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

SATB choir, piano

SKU: LO.15-3237H

Composed by Ruth Morris Gray. Choral. Octavo. Heritage Music Press #15/3237H. Published by Heritage Music Press (LO.15-3237H).

ISBN 9780787714482.

Music lifts sad spirits. Music calms the angry souls. Sing of the glorious gifts o…

Choral SATB chorus

SKU: XC.DJS2205

Composed by Jr. Joseph Bracket. Arranged by Derric Johnson. Contest/Festival, Folk song. Derric Johnson Choral Series. Folk Song. Octavo. Excelcia Music Publishing #DJS2205. Published by Excelcia Music Publishing (XC.DJS2205).

9 x 6 in…

SATB choir, optional congregation, keyboard, handbells - Intermediate

SKU: MN.50-7067

Composed by John A. Behnke. Catholic Year C Christ the King; Catholic Year C Thanksgiving Day; Year C Thanksgiving; Year C Reign of Christ; Catholic Year A Thanksgiving Day. Lent, Easter …

For SATB Voices with Keyboard. By Joseph Brackett. Arranged by Richard Iacona. Choir (SATB, keyboard). For SATB Chorus, Keyboard. Carl Fischer Performance Series for Chorus. Choral. Piano/Vocal Score. 11 pages. Published by Carl Fischer.

Arranged by Grant Cochran. For SATB Choir, string quartet & piano. (Mixed Voices). General. Choral. 16 pages. Published by ECS Publishing.

Arranged by Grant Cochran. For SATB Choir, string quartet & piano. (Mixed Voices). General. Choral. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing.