This folio collection curated by the composer comes with a specially written preface and features all 18 tracks from his album Night which was inspired by the twilight hours at his home in New York City.
An absolutely stunning work from Ola Gjeilo featuring improvised Piano and Tenor Saxophone. The composer has set the text with care through a melody and accompaniment that paints a soundscape of emotion for the listener. A suggested accompaniment is included or the instrumentalists may improvise throughout. A stunning closer for any concert. Duration: ca. 6:00.
A 'sequel' to the first 'Ubi Caritas' this new work from Ola Gjeilo has a clear resemblance to the original work. The recurring melody line leads to a divisi treatment of the continued text. If you already like Gjeilo's skillful style this work will be the perfect addition to your concert program. Duration: ca. 3:35.
A stunning composition that combines three sections all on the beautiful Maria text each section with its own expression. It gives the opportunity for the choir to express phrase and dynamics text and music - a truly rewarding experience.
Five pieces for piano from Ola Gjeilo's CD Stone Rose reflective and lyrical music inspired by life in New York City.January the first piece from the album is here performed by the composer at Central Washington University.
SSAATTBB with Piano and String Quartet-Inspired by the grace and passion of a medieval poem this extended work offers intense dramatic exchanges between choir piano and string quartet. Sentiments of stillness and peace are beautifully portrayed making this a memorable work for both singers and audience! Duration: ca. 14:00.Also available:String quartet score/parts: HL08501825Full Score: HL08501…
Symphonic Mass for SSAATTBB Chorus and String Orchestra-Sunrise Mass is a spiritual extended work by Ola Gjeilo which uses the liturgical Latin text. For SSAATTBB choir with String Orchestra. String orchestra score and parts are also available catalogue # HL08501828The four movements bring us on a metaphysical journey from the heavens to earth from the echo of The Spheres (Kyrie) to Identity & …
for SSAA Chorus a cappella-Now available for treble choirs this readily accessible setting sounds at once modern and medieval. Starting in unison and evoking plain chant it gradually unfolds into wider harmonies and more modern harmonic language.
for SATB Chorus a cappella-With a sound at once modern and medieval this remarkable setting of the familiar Latin text starts in unison and evokes plain chant and gradually unfolds into wider harmonies and more modern harmonic language. Not unduly challenging in terms of vocal range it's readily accessible to good high school mixed choirs for concerts or festivals at any time. Available separat…
Looking for something absolutely extraordinary? This exciting adventurous piece sets an unusual Latin text to music that ranges in style from renaissance dance to shimmering chorales to chant and in texture from unison to an expansive eight parts. Requiring highly developed musicianship this work is sure to become a memorable concert highlight. SSAATTBB A Cappella. Duration: ca. 7:00
(Ubi Caritas III)-Ola Gjeilo's Sacred Heart is the final of his three Ubi Caritas settings. This work is scored for SSAATTBB Choir with String Quartet. Musically independent from Gjeilo's other two Ubi Caritas settings Sacred Heart can stand alone or be performed with the two previous works. A lovely String Quartet accompaniment balances with the choir making this a stunning and peaceful adaptat…
for TTBB Chorus a cappella-Like with Gjeilo's widely performed stunning settings for SATB and SSAA of the Ubi Caritas text the TTBB version brings out yet another colour and quality reflective of the chant style. A great selection for any men's choir this will be a favourite of the audiences as well. Duration: ca. 3:00.
SATB & SSAATTBB Chorus Soprano Solos a cappella-This collection in two volumes offers seven well-known carols in fresh and sophisticated a cappella settings by Ola Gjeilo. Volume 2 includes excellent arrangements at a mature high school level and beyond that can be selected individually or as a group by choirs in school and church alike.
Described by Ola Gjeilo as perhaps his most personal piece Contrition sets a line of English text from George Herbert's poem Perseverance and excerpts from Psalm 101 in Latin.Contrition is here performed by the Central Washington University Chamber Choir:
Second Eve by Ola Gjeilo was commissioned by dedicated to and later premiered by the Riverside City College Chamber Choir and conductor John Byun in Riverside California Oct. 2008.'In some of my pieces the text is somewhat more the servant of the music than the other way around and Second Eve is one of those works. The music is mainly inspired by a breathtaking photography taken by one of my…
Walt Whitman's unabashed optimism exuberance and unwavering confidence in our deeper humanity is beautifully portrayed through music in Gjeilo's setting of excerpts of the ?Song Of The Universal? poem.For String Orchestra Piano and Choir this work will be a grand addition to your women's Choir repertoire. Duration: ca. 11:30.
The familiar melody is introduced by a soprano solo sung by either adult or child. The choir joins with smooth deep textures that set this exquisite arrangement apart. At the same time innocent and sophisticated it is equally suitable for school or church. Not to be missed in your holiday program. Duration: ca. 4:10.
This refreshing work from Ola Gjeilo employs a folk-like sound to capture Yeats' wonderfully descriptive words about the Lake Isle of Innisfree. The movement in the Piano the strumming of the Guitar and the richness of the strings work together with the voices to create the imagery of a long and pleasant journey.
O Magnum Mysterium-This stunning work requires a mature SSAATTBB choir and a Violin or Cello soloist to fulfill the composer's intentions. Looking to write an a cappella work with a symphonic abundant feel the Latin text was selected for this spiritual concert work. Duration: ca. 6:00.
Ola Gjeilo's first publication for developing voices features new lyrics by acclaimed lyricist Charles Anthony Silvestri. Exploring the ideals of each of the four seasons the lyrics have been beautifully set for treble voices by the composer. Seasons is completed by a supportive Piano part and an optional Flute part that soars above. Don't miss this wonderful selection.
SSAATTBB Chorus a cappella-This movement is the beginning of a Mass called Sunrise and according to its composer it is to ?be performed with the sense of floating in space.? A fine challenge for accomplished high school choirs and beyond! The setting uses the Latin Kyrie Eleison text.
Written for larger, mature choirs, Gjeilo uses the Latin Agnus Dei text as support for this symphonic-sounding choral work. With its beautiful color, intonation and phrasing, it is a great choice for advanced high school, college and beyond. Duration: ca. 5:25. / Choeur Mixte (SSAATTBB)
?Ubi Caritas II: Through Infinite Ages is a closely related sequel to my Ubi Caritas published in 2007. Re-imagining some of the same material such as the main theme from the first piece Ubi Caritas II is in one sense a more sunny version of its prequel. While Ubi Caritas II functions as an independent work it is also intended to be used in combination with the other piece for example as prelu…
This collection features three instrumental pieces from Ola Gjeilo's Winter Songs CD (Decca Classics 2017) plus a piano version of Across the Vast Eternal Sky - here all scored for solo piano.
This superb fresh setting will bring out the very best in your choir. Accessible ranges and simple divisi makes this joyous arrangement suitable for high school level and beyond. Duration: ca. 3:30.
for SATB Chorus a cappella-Set to the Latin ?Pulchra es amica mea? text from Song of Solomon this easy-to-prepare composition is a great selection for high school church and community choirs.Listen to the Choir only version of Northern Lights: With music inspired by the aurora borealis atmospheric lights this song will render a most impressive performance. Duration: ca. 4:35.