The a cappella classics 'Christus Factus Est' and 'Locus Iste' are central to this collection featuring the best of Bruckner's outstanding output for unaccompanied choir. These pieces are among the most enduring choral masterworks of the 19th century. Simon Halsey's performing edition includes an informative introduction keyboard reductions for rehearsal and English translations of the Latin text…
The grand motets of Michael-Richard de Lalande (1657-1726) principal Chapel Music Director for Louis XIV and Louis XV marked the high point of sacred music under the ancien régime. De profundis is the best-known of Lalande's motets and is a justly celebrated work.Edited by distinguished scholar Lionel Sawkins (editor of Charpentier's 'Te Deum' also published by Faber Music) this practical per…
Twenty-five of the most famous hymns ever written. 'The Lord Is My Shepherd' 'The Old Rugged Cross' and 'All Things Bright And Beautiful'. Piano/vocal/easy organ with chord symbols.
The French School For 4 Voices-The volumes of this expanding series are devoted to a wide range of sacred renaissance motets with Latin texts and contain a mixture of well known and unfamiliar pieces some of which are published for the first time.Allappear in completely new editions by Anthony G. Petti.
For Viola Cello And Organ-Score with 2 parts (Viola Cello)High-quality works of the Jewish late Romantic tradition.In addition to the solo part for Viola there is also a part for Cello.For professionals and amateurs alike.Jewish Prayer comprises works of the Jewish late Romantic tradition including one of the repertoire classics for strings Kol Nidrei by Max Bruch. This edition also contains othe…
The theme tune to the BBC TV series 'The Vicar of Dibley' has already joined the ranks of best-loved TV themes - not surprising when one considers that its composer has written many other memorable themes including those to the 'Black Adder' and 'Red Dwarf' series.The Lord Is My Shepherd is a beautiful piece composed by Howard Goodall and this version is for Men’s Voices (TTBarB) with Org…
The Six and Seven-part Motets (nos. 13-29)-The Heinrich Schütz: Sacred Choral Music collection can be performed vocally and/or instrumentally. These motets offer smaller choirs and ensembles new possibilities to perform these works based on historically-informed performance practice.The Basso Continuo realisation follows the composer?s intention of using the score merely as a basis for performanc…
Easy-play Piano arrangements of 24 hymns and spiritual favourites by Stephen Duro. Complete with full lyrics and chord symbols. Includes The Lord Is My Shepherd Rock Of Ages Joshua Fight The Battle Of Jericho and SwingLow Sweet Chariot.
The English School For 4 Voices-The volumes of this expanding series are devoted to a wide range of sacred renaissance motets with Latin texts and contain a mixture of well known and unfamiliar pieces some of which are published for the first time.Allappear in completely new editions by Anthony G. Petti.
The ?Stabat mater? composed shortly before Pergolesi?s untimely death at the early age of 26 quickly attracted attention. The work?s importance was soon so great that none other than Johann Sebastian Bach performed a German version of the work based on the 51st Psalm. Numerous copies prints and arrangements attest to the work?s vast popularity a popularity that still exists today.For the prese…
The Spanish School For 4 Voices-The volumes of this expanding series are devoted to a wide range of sacred renaissance motets with Latin texts and contain a mixture of well known and unfamiliar pieces some of which are published for the first time.Allappear in completely new editions by Anthony G. Petti.
Théodore Dubois (1837–1924) composer conductor organist and pedagogue was one of the leading composers in Paris during the 19th century. He was compared with Delibes Widor or Lalo. However his compositions are unusual
Howard Goodall's Love Divine for accompanied SATB choir was commissioned by the Choir Schools' Association to celebrate the new millenium. This best-selling piece is set to a beautiful poetic text by Charles Welsey and has been a choral favourite all over the world for the past 15 years. The Faber Choral Signature Series introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in sea…
30 Sacred Masterworks presents a wealth of invaluable original repertoire for Upper Voice choirs selected and edited by Judith Blezzard.Part of Faber Music's acclaimed Choral Programme series this practical resource features many new performance editions from Medieval to Modern Renaissance to Romantic.A vibrant and versatile collection that will cater for services concerts and events througho…
A beautiful setting of Psalm 23 ('The Lord Is My Shepherd') as performed by the Hampstead Parish Church Choir at the 2003 Hampstead and Highgate Festival. This offers a wonderful alternative to more familiar settings. The Faber Choral Signature Series introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living …
A Song of the New Jerusalem (And I saw a New Heaven) was commissioned by the Sanders Society in 2011 and first performed by the choir of Gloucester Cathedral in July that year. It is dedicated to the late Dr John Sanders OBE who was organist of Gloucester Cathedral from 1967-1994.The piece serves as an alternative to the well-known and much loved classic by Edgar Bainton and is designed to be of …
Easy-to-read simplified arrangements of some of the world's best-loved hymns including 'The Lord's My Shepherd' 'Praise To the Holiest' and 'Rock Of Ages'.
A gentle and stirring setting of the Ave Maria by the Latvian composer for mixed chorus and Organ. Faber New Choral Works introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works offering a thrilling array of varied styles.
Of the 11 surviving settings of the Mass by Charpentier the present work the Messe de minuit is without doubt one of the most popular. Although Charpentier's Parisian career is quite well documented little is known about the genesis and first performance of the Messe de minuit. It is likely however that it was commissioned by the Jesuits of the church of Saint-Louis (today Saint-Paul-Saint-…
For Classical Singres-Selection of sacred songs and spirituals that are appropriate for classical singers. Suitable for performances in church or recital. With companion accompaniment CD.
The theme tune to the BBC TV series 'The Vicar of Dibley' has already joined the ranks of best-loved TV themes - not surprising when one considers that its composer has written many other memorable themes including those to the 'Black Adder' and 'Red Dwarf' series. This is an arrangement for upper voice choir.
Antonio Vivaldi?s Magnificat in G minor has come down to us in two conflicting versions. The earlier one probably the original version (RV 610) is dominated by impressive but largely straightforward choral passages set against a few brief vocal ensembles manageable by soloists from the choir.In the later version (RV 611) the solo parts and one chorus are replaced by demanding virtuoso arias. And…
