Par L'ESTRANGE ALEXANDER. Written to mark the Grand Départ of the Tour de France 2014, this lively choral work on the theme of cycling is the next big cantata from composer Alexander L'Estrange. Scored for mixed voices and jazz quintet, it has everything that made Zimbe! and Ahoy! such triumphs: a medley of new and existing tunes from an array of styles including folk, music hall, barbershop, music theatre, Gilbert and Sullivan and, of course, jazz. The accessible choral lines are underpinned by a rhythmic and groovy jazz quintet that gives wonderful colour and texture to the overall sound. Scored for mixed voices alone (no children required), this work is an ideal choice for choral societies and community choirs./ Recueil / Choeur Mixte (SATB) et Quelques Instruments
