Arr. Elliot Del Borgo. Par BACH JOHANN SEBASTIAN. Based on JS Bach’s chorale ‘Sleepers Awake’ this very dignified work presents the chorale and then in turn an exciting treatment of reworked fragments of the melody in a colourful and contemporary harmonic setting. / Niveau : 2.5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band

Based on JS Bach’s chorale ‘Sleepers Awake’ this very dignified work presents the chorale and then in turn an exciting treatment of reworked fragments of the melody in a colourful and contemporary harmonic setting.

This piece is a paraphrase of a song that Wood wrote between 30 January and 1 February 1983 to a poem by Robert Graves called ‘Bird of Paradise’.The music is continuous but falls into five sections of which the first threeare variations on the emerging material of the song. In the fourth (which is the loudest) the original vocal line may most clearly be heard: it has been somewhat extended…

This Hal Hopson classic is appropriate for services where 'love' is the theme and is especially useful for weddings. The familiar words are a paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 13 and the haunting tune is based on the traditional English melody O WALY WALY. The SAB voicing String Quartet setting and Performance/Accompaniment CD are new for this year (2012). The String Quartet setting can be for strings…

For Nine Male Voices And Orchestra-Luminous Body is a collaboration between Nico Muhly and Craig Lucas written in the period immediately following their narratively charged opera 'Two Boys'. Luminous Body is as a result abstract and poetic in gesture and form. The text interpolates among other things stylized versions of the teachings of Christ Buddha Mohammed and Plato; these are scramble…

Captivating piece paraphrased from Psalms 19 and 23Unison setting is suitable for small or inexperienced choirsCould become a favorite in the repertoire

A choral work in four parts by Aulis Sallinen for unaccompanied upper voices. The text has been paraphrased from the Finnish by Michael Hurd and is based on a Finnish folk song and a poem written by the composers two sons.

POD-How Are My Foes Increased Lord! is a work by composer John Joubert for SATB Choir and Organ Accompaniment. This anthem sets text from Psalm 3 paraphrased by poet George Herbert.

Psalm 141 is paraphrased in this beautiful 2-Part choral anthem. With simple piano and lute-like acoustic guitar this moving expression of devotion to our Great Provider and ever-listening God is perfect for the reflective partsof any worship service especially Communion. An accompaniment CD is available separately.

Psalm 117 Paraphrased Rhythmically exciting colorful and reflective of its joyful text Laudate is truly dynamic! Contrasting men's and women's sonorities and the mix of English and Latin texts add texture and intensity to this impressive praise anthem.

How excellent is an upbeat and celebratory work setting the composer's own paraphrase of Psalm 8. It features exciting and declamatory opening and closing sections with a contrastingly calm and legato central section evoking this well-known scriptural text. The accompaniment should ideally be played on organ but piano may be used if necessary.

This ethereal transcription as recorded by Bobby McFerrin provides a new and different setting for this cherished Psalm. The very free almost chant-like rhythms and repetitive harmonies of this a cappella piece coupled with an original paraphrase of the text produce a very contemporary perspective on the well-known words of assurance. Especially useful for Good Shepherd Sunday. Available: SAT…

Uses: General Wedding ConcertScripture: Song of Solomon 8:6; Isaiah 49:16Consider this exquisite choral tone poem to a paraphrase of the celebrated text from the “Wisdom of Solomon.”Reveling in sumptuous harmonies this artful anthem gives directors many intimate moments to explore. The text well-known for its usage in weddings is also a moving selection during Holy Week displaying…

(with Hear Our Prayer O Lord)-Uses: General Patriotic Scripture: II Chronicles 7:14 Now available in accessible TTB and SAB voicings these timeless lyrics are a paraphrase of II Chronicles 7:14 relevant for personal and corporate application. You may find this useful for a patriotic service or during a time of prayer for our nation. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 tpt 1-3 hn tbn 1-2 tb…