A Shepherd's Carol was written for a BBC feature programme, Poet's Christmas , produced by Edward Sackville-West. It was broadcast on Christmas Eve, 1944, by the BBC Home Service, sung by the BBC Singers and conducted by Leslie Woodgate. The chorus is one of the two portions set by Britten of W.H.Auden's A Christmas Oratorio , the complete text of which was later published as For the Time Being . …

For SATB chorus unaccompanied. Commissioned by the Friends of All Saints' Music, Northampton, for Lee Dunleavy and the Choirs of All Saints' Church, Northampton, in memory of Miss Valerie Travis (1918-2008). First performed by the Choirs of All Saints' Church, Northampton, conducted by Lee Dunleavy on 19 December 2010. Richard Rodney Bennett - The Shepherd's Carol by musicroom / SATB

Uses: General Christ the Shepherd memorial and funeral servicesScripture: Psalm 23One of this celebrated writing teams' best this anthem is a lyric re-telling of the great Shepherd's Psalm. Newinsightful lyrics bring Psalm 23 into our everyday walk of faith and remind us of God's great provision for our need. An anthem of deep power and meaning this piece is ideal for Christ the Shepherd Sunda…

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Hail! Smiling Morn (Roud Index No 1346) was written by Reginald Spofforth in 1810. It has been described as the ?most popular glee in the entire repertoire? and remains a much loved concert item amongamateur choral groups all over the English-speaking world. It is presented here for SATB choir with a Piano reduction for accompaniment purposes. Reginald Spofforth (1769-1827) was a British compose…

Uses: Christ the Good Shepherd General Scripture: Psalm 23 - Hebrews 13:20-21 The tender spirit of an English folk song joins the 23rd Psalm creating an easy-to-prepare sacred anthem that is sure to please. Unison writing presents the melody clearly and voices are added gradually as the text develops. An a cappella section offers beautiful harmonic variety and paints the portrait of a gentle She…

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Uses: Christ the Good Shepherd General Hymn Arrangement Scripture: Psalm 23 Psalm 79:13 Exquisite artistry is extended to this winsome Irish folk song in this elegant arrangement. The pastoral qualities of the celebrated Shepherd's Psalm are front and center in the tone painting of the lyrical piano accompaniment while the vocals add a rich quality that make this an ideal sanctuary or concert …

Uses: Christ the Shepherd Sunday General LentScripture: John 10:3For Christ the Shepherd Sunday here is a gentle reminder of the faithfulness of the Savior's love. Tender melodic lines along withthe flute engage the listener while an easy to learn vocal arrangement enables your choir to sing with beauty and grace. Includes flute part.

Uses: Christ the Shepherd GeneralScripture: Psalm 23; Isaiah 66:10-13Comforting words adapted from the Psalms display the tenderness and nurturing leadership of Christ the Good Shepherd. Using theHebrew name El Shaddai (the God who supplies our needs) the text reminds us of God's provision for our life. God desires to bless and give us an abundant life and the lush musical substance of this ch…

Par SHEPPARD JOHN. Edited by David Chadd The music of John Sheppard, who was about ten years younger than Tallis, dates from the uncertain times of the Reformation and the reigns of Edward VI and Mary. Perhaps his most impressive work is to be found in his cantus firmus responds, which reflect the considerable musical importance that some choral foundations attached to Matins and Vespers on specia…

Le Sfere (9). Par SHEPHERD J.. Professore alla Karlton University di Ottawa, John Shepherd propone un nuovo e polemicamente antiaccademico “modello teorico” delle relazioni tra musica e società. Un libro dove proprio quel lettore non specialista scopre di essere parte eperfino protagonista di un universo musicale assolutamente concreto./ Livre / Biographie

Psalm 23 John 12-This familiar hymn text is fashioned into a beautiful ballad with a new melody that captures the strength and essence of the good Shepherd — blessed Jesus. Its powerful build up to the refrain makes this exciting and enjoyable tosing. The strong thematic shepherd motif is found both in Psalm 23 and John 12 making this useful for many worship occasions. (Psalm 23 John 12)