The composer writes: Commissioned by HRH the Prince of Wales in memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother and in Aid of The Saints Martha and Mary Convent of Mercy Moscow. Esoterically speaking Elizabeth fullof Grace is about the life and martyrdom of Grand Duchess St. Elizabeth New Martyr of Russia. It resembles an Ikon in sound in its severity of form and in its ritual inca…

Score-William Schuman's Prayer In Time Of War for Orchestra. Study score.This work was first performed under the title 'Prayer-1943' by the Pittsburg Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Fritz Reiner on February 26 1943.Duration: approx 15 minutes.Instrumentation:3 Flutes (3rd Flute interchangeable with Piccolo)2 OboesEnglish Horn2 Clarinets in B-flat2 Bassoons4 Horns in F3 Trumpets in C3 Tr…

The sound of this arrangement of the well-known American song Make me a Channel of your Peace is remote simple and above all exquisitely beautiful. It is a highly accessible piece that will gently capture the hearts of musicians and audience alike. The ideal piece for a restful interlude in your concert programme

Score and Parts-A hauntingly beautiful melody becomes the dramatic focal point of this powerful work for strings by the master of cinema music John Williams. Once again the brilliant writing creates an emotional and sensitive backdrop for the film but works justas effectively when presented in a concert setting.

Includes: Main Theme and Angela's Prayer.

Par COURT DOUGLAS. This energetic and descriptive piece takes us musically to Newport, Rhode Island, where a bright and breezy day lures some of the world's great sailing yachts out for a romp on the waves. Douglas Court's wonderful depiction of a joyous adventure on the water will thrill your audience and be a bright spot in your next concert. Lighthearted, but with plenty of solid musical concep…

For generations the people of the world walked in darkness unable to find their way. They yearned for a king who would lead them. Could This Be the Day? is one of the most memorable moments from Joseph and Pamela Martin'scantata Canticle of Joy and is available here as a separate octavo. Orchestrated by Brant Adams and incorporating “O Come O Come. Emmanuel ” this hauntingly beaut…

Christmas Cantata-It was into the shadows and winter of this world that Christ came to bring us the light and warmth of his salvation. The new cantata Winter's Grace from renowned composer Joseph M. Martin celebrates this great light andwashes the sanctuary with the message of hope peace joy and love using a program of candles scriptures prayers and music. The incorporation of familiar caro…

This moving piece embodies all the simplicity of Russian Orthodox music, yet displays the sweeping beauty of Rachmaninov's lyricism. Conductors will appreciate the opportunity to teach extended phrases and legato style. 'Vespers' is the sunset evening prayer of the Orthodox Church, and during the canonical hours of an all-night vigil, the 'Ave Maria' would be sung at midnight, hence the 12 chime n…

When Queen Caroline the wife of King George II of England died on 20 November 1737 Handel was commissioned to write an anthem for her funeral service. She was buried in King Henry VII?s Chapel Westminster Abbey on the evening of 17 December 1737 with Handel?s work performed after the funeral service.To emphasize the solemnity of the occasion he used a roughly 100-piece Orchestra and 80 Chor…

This exclusive collection brings together 12 of Nico Muhly?s sacred works for mixed-voice choir. These vivacious fresh and dramatic pieces will make an impact whether in the church or in the concert hall and range from the intimate Lord keep us modest when we claim to the effervescent Bright Star Carol alongside service music such as Muhly?s Third Service. All are accessible to learn and offe…