This concerto, a new addition to the literature for guitar and orchestra, casts the guitar almost as a member of the percussion family from the very beginning, explosive in its energy, easing into song for its second theme.An extensive cadenza takes the soloist to the highest note before plunging into an appropriately hectic ending. A simple (but all the more telling) guitar solo opens and closes …

A compilation of Soul and Soul-influenced music, ranging from such classics as Stand By Me and Marvin Gaye's Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) to some surprising modern gems like Portishead's Glory Box and Duffy's Mercy . In the late 1950's black American music started to fuse the spiritual passion of gospel singing with the gritty sexual drive of rhythm 'n' blues. The result was called soul…

Par CURNOW JAMES. At times intimate and reflective, at times boisterous and unrelenting, this uplifting new work by James Curnow was inspired by the biblical story of Job and his “never give up” attitude. The old spiritual Balm in Gilead is incorporated as the piece takes us through tribulation and solace, turmoil and relief. The full spectrum of orchestration from rich, dark Brasses to flashing W…

An exciting, original, a cappella Christmas spiritual from Jay Althouse in the tradition of his 'No Room,' 'Have You Heard?,' and 'Whisper! Whisper!' Lots of effective dynamic contrasts make this a thrilling choral work for both singers and audience. Lush, slow middle section contrasts with up-tempo opening and closing sections. A quality choral work for your Christmas concerts. / Choeur Mixte (SA…

F. Str.Quart. Od. Str.Orch.. Par TAKACS JENO. Spiritual - Ringelspiel - Musicale - Es regnet auf der Brücke - Altwiener Tanz - Polsterltanz - Schlummerlied - Besuch aus Ungarn/ Répertoire / Musique de Chambre

Arr. Jan De Haan. Par GERSHWIN GEORGE. L’opéra Porgy and Bess (1935), du grand George Gershwin, est considéré comme un classique du patrimoine culturel américain. La trame fait une large place au blues et au spiritual. Summertime est devenu l’air emblématique de cette oeuvre ; un standard repris, par divers grands interprètes dont Barbara Hendricks et Ella Fitzgerald. Cette version pour Orchestre …

Par CURNOW JAMES. A concert 'centerpiece', this major work from James Curnow explores the spiritual perspectives of the First Nations of the Pacific Northwest in North America. The five movements investigate the 'Cosmos' and its four 'Worlds'. With such complete contrasts as 'The Undersea World' and the ceremonial dance in 'The Mortal World', an authentic First Nations melody in 'The Spirit World'…

Par MURPHY RYAN. for SATB chorus and orchestra This joyous arrangement of a traditional spiritual for choir and orchestra is propelled by a light swing tempo. The mood grows more and more euphoric with each succeeding stanza of text, and the uplifting music surges towards an opulent conclusion. / Date parution : 2021-12-09/ Répertoire / Choeur SATB et Orchestre

Lessons for Lent. Par MARTIN JOSEPH M.. Presented in a new edition for the 20th anniversary of its publication, this seminal cantata is rich with musical and spiritual potential. Using simple symbols of worship, expressive music and a sensitive narration by Pamela Stewart, this work is an unforgettable experience for Holy Week. A new SAB version and special anniversary consort orchestration join t…

Par GARCIA JOSE MAURICIO NUNES. Garcia, born in 1767 in Rio de Janeiro, and priest and music director at the cathedral there, is still hardly known. Among his spiritual works are four settings of the Mass for the Dead. The present „Missa dos Defunktos“ was commissioned by the Portuguese King Dom Joao VI in the memory of Queen Maria I, who died in 1816. The composition, in the key of D minor, shows…

Flexi-Brass (5 Parts). Par MICHEL JEAN-FRANCOIS. Spiritual / Niveau : Elémentaire / Répertoire / 2 Cornets, Cor en Mib et Tuba

Spiritual. Par TAYLOR-HOWELL SUSAN. Arrangé avec un accompagnement vocal simple et accessible qui améliore l'espoir intense exprimée dans le texte et la mélodie. STEPwise phrases mélodiques contrapuntiques et répétées de patrons harmoniques fournissent un tapis de sons vocaux pour la mélodie inspirante. Construit à un climax efficace dans la coda avec une tournure inattendue de harmonique./ Feuill…

You just can't stand still when you hear this kickin' original spiritual about shepherds, wise men, a shining star, and the baby boy. Every singer will enjoy the gospel vocal stack- and in the mixed voicings, the guys will have a blast digging into a few energized pick-up licks. Sure to be the highlight of your holiday program! / 2 Parties Mixtes

The Sonata is one of Erkin's works which the casual listener may fail to attribute to a particular geography at a first hearing. He will however become absorbed by a unique sense of identity, surprising harmonies and rhythms which integrate with such sincerity and authenticity in the flow of the music. At a more attentive hearing, one can discover features of ancient Anatolian music which Erkin al…