Par L'ESTRANGE ALEXANDER (Arr.). Danny Boy (the melody of which is also known as Londonderry Air), is often assumed to be an old, traditional tune, however its structure and meter do not fit any of the known Irish folksong forms. As for the words most commonly associated with it for the last hundred years or so, they were written by an English lawyer who apparently never set foot in Ireland! Still…

Par L'ESTRANGE ALEXANDER (Arr.). The Skye Boat Song is perhaps one of the best-known Scottish melodies of all. It refers to the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie who, still only a boy, was smuggled out of Scotland to France after the Scots’ defeat by the English at the Battle of Culloden in 1745. Despite there being a huge reward on his head, not one of his faithful Highlanders would betray him to th…

Par GOODIN JIM. Whether guitarists are new to open-tunings or already working with them, fingerstyle specialist Jim Goodin offers a progressive look at the popular D-based harp-like tuning. Classical, Celtic, blues, folk, gospel and several original compositions are represented in the 15 notation/tablature arrangements each arranged proportionately to offer beginning, intermediate and advanced fin…

This little piece was commissioned by King's College, Cambridge in 2002 as the then-latest in their celebrated annual Christmastide service of Nine Lessons and Carols for their unique Chapel - it is dedicated to the choir and its director Stephen Cleobury. 'Little', but already a mini-cantata telling the start of the familiar story - Gabriel's Annunciation - praise to the Virgin before she too sin…

This book contains dazzling new Choral versions of five chart-topping pop songs. The arrangements are by Vocal coach and Choral director Mark De-Lisser and are recorded by ACM Gospel Choir. These crowd-pleasing songs have been selected for their positive lyrics and overall heart-warming feel, making them a joy to sing and listen to. Arranged for SAT Choir with the occasional solo part, this pack i…

Par MC CABE LARRY. This book/CD set teaches the basics of country bass playing in a fun, 'quick access? format, In a minimum amount of time, you will learn the bass part to 22 popular traditional songs including train songs ('New River Train?), gospel standards ('Amazing Grace?), Waltzes ('Knoxville Girl?), bluegrass songs ('Don't Let Your Deal Go Down?), country blues ('Corrine, Corrina?) and mor…

This rousing triple meter choral is infused with traditional gospel harmonies, rhythms, and articulations, and the uplifting text conveys an urgent message for peace. The classic 'Dona Nobis Pacem' canon is quoted in three parts in the middle of the piece. An inspirational powerhouse! / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Par STARSAILOR. The 2005 album by Starsailor is a life-affirming return to form, packed with anthemic songs that recall the momentous hits Alcoholic and Good Souls , and is presented here in Guitar tab transcriptions. The songs on this the band's third full studio album are of epic proportions, mixing gospel influences with their trademark heart-breaking sound. The closer Jeremiah is inspired by t…

Instrument edition - Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter & Ordinary Time. Par ALONSO TONY. Created with the same care and vision as the best-selling The Lyric Psalter, The Lyric Gospel Acclamations is a two-volume collection containing lyric settings of every Gospel Acclamation verse from the Lectionary for Mass for Sundays, Solemnities, and Feasts. The all-around accessibility of this collection stan…

Par ALONSO TONY. Created with the same care and vision as the best-selling The Lyric Psalter, The Lyric Gospel Acclamations is a two-volume collection containing lyric settings of every Gospel Acclamation verse from the Lectionary for Mass for Sundays, Solemnities, and Feasts. The all-around accessibility of this collection stands out as it draws on familiar melodies for the refrains (BESANÇON for…

Par L'ESTRANGE ALEXANDER (Arr.). Love’s Philosophy, a beautiful setting by Alexander L’Estrange, explores the marvellous comparison of couplings in nature – the mountains and the river, the moonbeams kissing the sea – and amongst humans. The music is inspired by composers Gerald Finzi and Roger Quilter, two of the most prominent figures in English song in the first half of the twentieth century, a…

Par CURNOW JAMES. This work was commissioned in memory of Peter J. Swanson, a trumpet and cornet player who tragically died at the tender age of fourteen. Peter’s favorite gospel song, Just a Closer Walk with Thee, has been used as the basis for this piece of contrasts which takes the listener through many styles and moods. The spiritual character of the original song resounds gloriously in When T…

The arrangements of these pieces use more jazz-based harmonies, rather than traditional. The effect is fresh and beautiful. / Choeur