Several variants of this famous English folk ballad are incorporated into this evocative setting for women's voices. First performed by the Varsity Women's Choir of Appleton North High School, James Heiks, conductor.
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Lindsay Kesselman's poetic words provide wonderful material for a choral art-song. The words speak of a Nature connected to people and their Souls.
DetailsPublisher: Boosey & HawkesPages: 10Length: 10.50 in.Width: 6.80 in.Series: In High VoiceUPC:...
Written to honor the memory of the influential teacher of singing Dr. William McIver, this piece describes the rippling effects of a teacher's life work with word painting and resonant Biblical texts. With piano.
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Hineni is the Hebrew word which means “Here am I” and is spoken by Abraham in the book of Genesis at the sacrifice of Isaac. Contrasting a rubato instrumental section with a more straightforward vocal section, the music is always...
From Brewbaker's song cycle “birdsong,” this lovely work sets e.e. cummings' portrait of a joyful songbird to elegant, expressive music. With piano. Recorded by Brooklyn Youth Chorus, Dianne Berkun, Director.
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Matching the sensuous poetry of the Song of Songs with the swirling rhythms and melodic modes of Jewish folk dances, this second movement of “Song of Songs” is as dramatic as it is virtuosic.
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A warmly romantic love song of true beauty. Tender lyricism and vocal richness make this piece a rewarding conclusion to the full “Song of Songs,” or a fine concert selection of its own. With piano.
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A gentle and sensitive poem by Emily Dickinson, evoking the wait for a love's return, is tenderly shaded by DeWald's flowing melodies and graceful harmonies. With piano and French horn (or cello).
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Based on parts of Genesis, chapter 1, this piece explores the creation of light, day and night, the sun and the moon. Duration: ca. 6:30.
DetailsPublisher: Boosey & HawkesPages: 14Length: 10.50 in.Width: 6.75 in.Series: In High VoiceUPC:...
Playful and inspirational energy courses through this lively song, bringing to life a poem about the joy of musical sharing and personal interconnectedness. With piano.
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This fleet-footed setting of a medieval French folksong is packed with energy and self-assurance. Sure to please!
DetailsPublisher: Boosey & HawkesPages: 12Length: 10.50 in.Width: 6.75 in.Series: In High VoiceUPC: 073999539967Voicing: SSA A...
Adapted from a traditional African-American chant, this is – in the composer's words – a “soulful piledriver with a monster backbeat.” Plentiful but manageable divisi writing makes this a full and satisfying...
A beautifully unique work, this setting features a 19th century children's poem which unfolds into an imaginative combination of the Latin canon “Dona nobis pacem” with the ancient Hebrew “Sim shalom” and the Arabic...
