Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Written for the Paideia Women's Chorus from the Paideia School in Atlanta Craig Hella Johnson sets the words of the poet-mystic Dorothy Walters. With four movements incorporating a variety ofmusical styles including a 3rd movement that uses aleatoric techniques for singers and pianist this is stunning and sophisticated set for a good high school or college women…
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Craig Hella Johnson's remarkable setting of verses by the poet Rabindranath Tagore creates a mesmerizing effect with music that is both ancient and modern. 'Ever in my life have I sought thee with my songs.'Duration: ca. 4:30.
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Craig Hella Johnson's Therefore Music for SATB choir a cappella.The text for this piece was written by Michael Dennis Browne as part of the 50th Anniversary Tribute Concert of theMinnesota Chapter of the ACDA - “to the music teachers that have inspired us ” this text is expansive and can be used in any setting in which the intention is to invite aware…
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Craig Hella Johnson's Song Of Gratitude for SATB choir with Piano accompaniment. Written to be sung in unison or in hymn-style harmony this heartfelt work can be sung on any number ofoccasions in which the gathered community wishes to sing an expression of gratitude.Song Of Gratitude would make an excellent choice for a tribute to a significant individual or co…
Craig Hella Johnson is one of the most creative arrangers conductors and composers in America. This new work with a text by the late young poet Mattie Stepanek is a simple and spacious setting of Mattie's text. Craig saysthat this should be sung quietly and expressively never hurried as if walking on hallowed ground while singing.
The SSA/SATB arrangement of this Carly Simon song as arranged by Craig Hella Johnson has been sung and enjoyed by hundreds of thousands. Now skillfully adapted and arranged by Emily Crocker both men's and women's choirs can now experience this vibrant concert-pop work. The ranges and parts have been carefully scored for the most successful results.
The TTBB arrangement of this Carly Simon song as arranged by Craig Hella Johnson has been sung and enjoyed by hundreds of thousands. Now skillfully adapted and arranged by Emily Crocker both men's and women's choirs can now experience this vibrant concert-pop work. The ranges and parts have been carefully scored for the most positive results.
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-A carol of Joy - Dream every blessing we receive deep within this joy; a carol of peace - Here we are breathing peace; and a carol of love - Love is always holding us. These are the powerful themes of the promise of Christmas and the tender moments shared in the new carol.
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Commissioned by the Texas Choral Director's Association this work for men's voices to a text by Michael Dennis Browne expresses the fresh and vibrant sense of the journey of being a man in the modern world and especially ayoung man in a beautiful and volatile world. Opening with a declamatory text over rhythmic motives in the Piano the work builds and unfolds i…
The text by an anonymous 15th century poet is illuminated by the legato and expressive phrases of this evocative work. From the Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series. Performance Time: Approx. 6:00.
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-From Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare this setting of a beloved evangelical hymn by Jonah Kliewer is both sturdy and transformational projecting a sense of calmness and comfort. Duration: ca. 2:50.
Singer/songwriter Eliza Gilkyson wrote 'Requiem? as a song of grief following the Asian tsunami in December, 2004 and the song found a renewed audience after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast region. This setting by Conspirare conductor Craig Hella Johnson has been long anticipated by choral groups around the world and is powerful in its emotional impact. Duration: ca. 4:10. Recorded by …
Par JOHNSON CRAIG HELLA. Perhaps one of the most important major works of our time. The Chicago Tribune wrote: Moving among styles ranging from Lutheran hymnody to blues to Broadway, this modern-day Passion will move many listeners to tears even as it reaches beyond tragedy to peace, understanding and forgiveness. For the advanced choir looking to make an impact on students and community this is w…
Known for his unique pairing of songs Craig Hella Johnson has creatively combined the early contemporary Christian song by Larry Norman and Randy Stonehill with the popular favorite from the 60s. A wonderful and inspirational closing number or encore for mixed treble and male choirs!
Sydney Carter (1915-2004) was a British poet songwriter and folk musician best known for his iconic song “Lord of the Dance.” This spritely song was arranged by Craig Hella Johnson and recorded on the A Company ofVoices - Conspirare in Concert CD. For mixed voices soloists piano soprano recorder and handbells this delightful song will be especially good for community choirs and ot…
featuring Texts of Pablo Neruda Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Cary Ratcliff's charming and refreshing oratorio Ode To Common Things is a setting of poetry by Chilean writer Pablo Neruda who over the course of his life wrote odes to ordinary everydayobjects five of which were chosen for the Ratcliff setting. Starting with the percussive Ode to Things the music sweeps through many moods m…
From the PBS program A Company of Voices by Conspirare this beloved folk tune is arranged for cello solo soprano mixed voices and piano in a rich and sonorous setting that is simply breathtaking. Cello part included. Duration:ca. 3:45. Recorded by Conspirare Craig Hella Johnson conductor.
Now adapted for SSAA by Richard Gabrillo Craig Hella Johnson's setting of Dolly Parton's Light of a Clear Blue Morning is infused with light and hopefulness as it opens with a solo soprano and gradually builds to a joyful overflowing of sound and vocal texture then gently relaxing into a reflective conclusion. With soprano recorder.
Known for his unique pairing of songs Craig Hella Johnson has creatively combined the early contemporary Christian song by Larry Norman and Randy Stonehill with the popular favorite from the '60s. A wonderful and inspirational closing number or encore for mixed treble and male choirs!
Composed for Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare the composer writes: Same Train in many arrangements seems to sing of good news coming. But - maybe it was the relentlessness the conclusiveness of the titlephrase - I wondered if what was coming might actually have been a funeral train: coming for our sister our mother and soon enough for us too. I thought of so many other spirituals which sing …
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-This music is restless and unbridled like a child who fusses and pouts when not wanting to be restrained. And it is optimistic like a child is Naive until the final warning words of the work.
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Commissioned by the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington D.C. this new voicing becomes even more meaningful in turbulent times. This traditional Irish blessing speaks of those who give support in times of trial with a musical tapestryof unadorned a cappella mixed chorus. The occasional divisi creates a sonic wash of color and overtones. Together in song we do not wal…
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Setting an anonymous poem the message is beautiful and relevant. Music truly is a magical art. It has the power to move and transform us. It gives deeper meaning to the important milestones of our lives. It gives voice to feelings and emotions too complex to put into words. Powerful and insightful.
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Here is an anthem about inclusivity equality and equity of opportunity inherent in the Amy Lowell poem The Congressional Library. Commissioned by the Cincinnati Vocal Arts Ensemble the Cincinnati Children's Choir and the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra as a celebratory statement to rededicate historic Memorial Hall.
Craig Hella Johnson Choral Series-Donald Grantham has set the beautiful and descriptive Jane Kenyon poem in a serene and gentle musical pallet. With lush harmonies and much rubato within a slow tempo this is atmospheric in its final impact.
