The Oxford Book of Descants is a definitive collection of 102 descants to well-known hymns carols and worship songs. This is an excellent resource that will be welcomed by all choirs and church musicians and which will enhance hymn singing at church services throughout the year. The Oxford Book of Descants is a definitive collection of 102 descants to well-known hymns carols and worship songs. It features descants by a wide range of composers including contemporary names such as David Willcocks John Rutter Malcolm Archer and Paul Leddington Wright as well as celebrated twentieth-century church composers such as Alan Gray Edward Bairstow Sydney Nicholson and John Wilson. Published in both full music and melody editions this is a fully practical collection with selected descants presented in different keys and with alternative words to match most popular hymnals. The With a superb range of descants ablywritten and sympathetic to the style and harmony of the original tune this is an excellent resource that will be welcomed by all choirs and church musicians and will enhance hymn singing at church services.

Evening Service Paperback-for SATB and organ This is Chilcott's first setting of the Evening Service written for the Choir of Downing College Cambridge. The Magnificat is a powerful setting of the Canticle of Mary with homophonic textures and strong harmonies while the Nunc Dimittis is expressive and poignant. A long-awaited addition to the Evensong repertory. This is Chilcott's first setting of the Evening Service (in English) written for the Choir of Downing College Cambridge. The Magnificat is a powerful setting of the Canticle of Mary with homophonic textures and strong harmonies while the Nunc Dimittis is expressive and poignant. A long-awaited addition to the Evensong repertory!

for SATB unaccompanied A beautiful setting of Michael Forster's hymn for Advent in which four verses are set strophically followed by a light more elaborate coda. Kindle A Light for SATB unaccompanied A beautiful setting of Michael Forster 's hymn for Advent in which four verses are set strophically followed by a light more elaborate coda.

for SATB unaccompanied This makes a very useful addition to the repertory for Ascension Day - either as an introit or as an anthem. The text is from the Collect for the Sunday after Ascension. This makes a very useful addition to the repertory for Ascension Day - either as an introit or as an anthem. The text is from the Collect for the Sunday after Ascension.

This is an exceptional collection of ten original etudes by Aaron Minsky. For intermediate to advanced players these dynamic and lively etudes are equally suited to performance and study. This is an exceptional collection of ten original études by Aaron Minsky. First published to international acclaim as Ten American Cello Etudes these captivating pieces are now available to violinists in this adaptation by editors Daryl Silberman and Danny Seidenberg. For intermediate to advanced players these dynamic and lively études are equally suited to performance and study. Unique entertaining pieces A variety of contemporary styles including Latin Rock and Roll Blues and more Musical depictions of American places activities and moods Technical challenges such as harmonics left-hand pizzicato and doublestopping Useful fingering and bowing suggestions Aaron Minsky Aaron Minsky began his career as a rock guitarist and then went on to study the cello with established teachers from Juilliard and elsewhere obtaining a Master of Music degree from the Manhattan School of Music. He has performed with orchestras around the world and on radio and television. Minsky is also an award-winning composer with over a dozen works published by Oxford University Press. He has premiered his original music at the First World Cello Congress the American Cello Congress and the New Directions Cello Festival. Selections from his published collections are now considered standard repertoire appearing in the curriculums of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and the American String Teachers Association. Particularly known for bridging the gap between classical and popular music for cello Minsky founded the Von Cello Band the first cello-fronted rock power trio which features a unique blend of hard alternative and jam rock.

28 pieces 28 pieces for Organ Manuals edited by C.H. Trevor.

Alan Bullard 's Star Of The East for SATB and Organ (or Piano). This attractive setting of Reginald Heber's 1811 hymn for Epiphany was originally published as part of The New Oxford Easy Anthem Book . Bullard brilliantly captures the mood of the text through varied choral textures expressive harmony and an evocative organ (or Piano) accompaniment.

for SSA or SSS and organ or strings Originally published in a version for mixed voices this much-loved Rutter carol has now been adapted by the composer for performance by upper-voice choirs. John Rutter 's What Sweeter Music for SSA or SSS and Organ or Strings. Originally published in a version for mixed voices this much-loved Rutter carol has been adapted by the composer for performance by upper-voice choirs. Full scores and Sets of Parts specially composed for the upper-voice version are available on sale and on hire/rental. The Set of Parts contains the following String parts: 4 x vln I 4 x vln II 3 x vla 2 x vc 1 x db.

74 of the most popular items from Carols for Choirs 1 2 and 3 in one volume plus 26 pieces new to the series. The volume contains both accompanied and unaccompanied items and the Order of Service for a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols. Orchestral and brass ensemble accompaniments for many of the items are available on hire. The volumes of Carols For Choirs have established themselves as the quintessential carol books for carol-singers around the world. Each volume presents a wide range of carols to suit every occasion from well-known tunes superbly arranged to the best original compositions. 100 Choirs for Carols includes: 74 of the most popular items from Carols for Choirs 1 2 and 3 in one volume 26 pieces new to the series including familiar 'classics' recent carols and traditional favourites in new arrangements Carols and hymns for Advent Christmas Epiphany and Easter A wide range of styles to suit sacred and secularuses A balanced selection of accompanied and unaccompanied tunes The order of service for a Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols 100 Carols For Choirs is a superb collection of Carols as edited by David Willcocks and John Rutter.

No. 2 of Two Hymns of Praise-Festival hymn with introductory fanfare for SATB brass ensemble timpani percussion and organ or for SATB and orchestra Orchestral material is available on hire. No. 2 of Two Hymns of Praise The second of Rutter's arrangements of Two Hymns Of Praise . All Creatures Of Our God And King is beautifully arranged for SATB choir and congregation. Francis Assisi's words are set to the Koln's melody from Geistliche Kirchengesang .

. . . for Choirs Collections-A uniquely accessible and comprehensive resource for use in church services and concerts throughout the Church's year. The volume's 50 SATB pieces both accompanied and unaccompanied are suitable for choirs of all sizes and abilities. BL Provides an excellent choice of pieces for the Principal Feasts BL champions new approachable and unjustly neglected repertoire spanning all periods and traditions whilst avoiding widely available or difficult music BL includes many previously unpublished or newly commissioned anthems arrangements and editions by important composers and church musicians BL contains useful musical and liturgical introductions in addition to fullindexes glossaries of additional uses for the repertoire and listings of other suitable pieces not included in the book. Anthems for all of the Church's seasons. This book is a uniquely accessible and comprehensive musical/liturgical resource for use in Church services and concerts and throughout the church's year. Suitable for SATB choirs of all sizes and abilities this book: contains a superb selection of 50 pieces covering the Principal festivals: The Epiphany The Presentation of Christ in the Temple The Annunciation of Our Lord to the Blessed Virgin Mary Ascension Day Pentecost Trinity Sunday and All Saints' Day; provides an excellent and varied choice of pieces for each Feast suitable for many years of use; champions new approachable and unjustly neglectedrepertoire spanning all periods and traditions whilst avoiding widely available or difficult music; includes many previously unpublished or newly commissioned anthems arrangements and editions by important composer and church musicians; contains a useful liturgical introduction ;represents unrivalled variety and fabulous value for money.

Inspired by four poems by poets from the Chinese Tang dynasty this piece directly combines Chinese and Western musical traditions. An undercurrent of tranquil meditation runs through the expressive work. Orchestral materials is available on hire.

for SATB choir cor anglais (or clarinet or viola) and organ This reflective setting of verses from Psalm 139 was composed in memory of George Guest and first performed by the choir of St John's College Cambridge on Ash Wednesday 2007. The work makes a highly effective Lenten or contemplative anthem. Vocal score for SATB choir. This reflective setting of verses from Psalm 139 was composed in memory of George Guest and first performed by the choir of St John's College Cambridge on Ash Wednesday 2007. The work makes a highly effective Lenten or contemplative anthem.

Piano Duets edited by Michael Aston-This book includes arrangements of celebrated chamber and orchestral works alongside original piano duets in a survey of prominent composers and styles from the USA. The collection reflects the indigenous influences of jazz ragtime and folk music and of later European styles. Part of Oxford University Press' series for Piano four-hands Piano Duets: American Composers includes arrangements of celebrated Chamber and Orchestral works alongside original duets in a survey of prominent composers and styles from the USA. This collection reflects the indigenous influences of jazz ragtime and folk music and of European styles and genres. Authoritative and expertly edited the collection is designed for intermediate pianists (Grades 5-7) and includes an historical and technical commentary on every piece.

30 easy pieces for the older beginner-A fantastic anthology compiled especially for the older pianist. The collection is packed full of favourite pieces from a variety of different genres with thirty accessible arrangements for beginner pianists. A wide range of styles including Classical and Romantic favourites popular songs and show tunes traditional melodies Christmas carols easy contemporary pieces and original works by the authors. Includes useful tips on style and technique and informative background information on the pieces. Steady and graded progression helps to build confidence at the Piano. Perfect companion to Piano works. A fantastic anthology compiled especially for the older pianist. The collection is packed full of favourite pieces from a variety of different genres with thirty accessible arrangements for beginner pianists. A wide range of styles including Classical and Romantic favourites popular songs and show tunes traditional melodies Christmas carols easy contemporary pieces and original works by the authors. Includes useful tips on style and technique and informative background information on the pieces. Steady and graded progression helps to build confidence at the Piano. Perfect companion to Piano works.

The Coral Sea takes its title and structure from the prose poem of the same name that Patti Smith wrote as a memorial to the great photographer Robert Mapplethorpe who died in 1989.

for TTBB and piano or orchestra This new arrangement of the well-known spiritual is presented in two versions: one for mixed chorus and the other for men's voices. In classic Wilberg style the piece builds up verse by verse with expanding textures towards a grand and triumphant climax leaving no doubt about the joy expressed in the text. He's Got The Whole World In His Hands has been here arranged for TTBB and Piano or Orchestra by Mack Wilberg . Written for the Mormon Tabernacle Choir this new arrangement of the well-known spiritual is presented in two versions: one for mixed chorus and the other for men's voices. Each version opens gently with an effective unaccompanied unison section and the accompaniment and further choral parts are gradually added. In classic Wilberg style the piece builds up verse by verse with expanding textures via two upward modulations towards a grand and triumphant climax leaving no doubt about the joy expressed in thetext. The male-voice version of He's Got The Whole World In His Hands features on the CD 'Men of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir' with the Orchestra at Temple Square conducted by Mack Wilberg .

for SATB and organ This powerful anthem was first performed at St Paul's Cathedral and is dedicated to victims of torture and those working for their release. With expansive melodies which echo between the vocal lines and rich sometimes astringent harmonies Archer's setting of Psalm 22 is poignant yet ultimately hopeful. This powerful anthem was first performed at St Paul's Cathedral and is dedicated to victims of torture and those working for their release. With expansive melodies which echo between the vocal lines and rich sometimes astringent harmonies Archer's setting of Psalm 22 for SATB and Organ is poignant yet ultimately hopeful.

for SATB unaccompanied Setting a contemporary poem by Kevin Crossley-Holland The Heart-in-Waiting is a rich expressive carol with sonorous chords and a deep rich sound. Ideal for mixed-voice choirs looking for an evocative addition to the Christmas repertory. Commissioned in honour of Philip Brunelle's 40th anniversary as Choirmaster-Organist of Plymouth Congregational Church Minneapolis and dedicated to David Buran faithful Plymouth Choir member for those 40 years. Bob Chilcott has been involved with choral music all his life first as a Chorister and then a Choral Scholar at King's College Cambridge. Later he sang and composed music for 12 years with the King's Singers. His experiences with that group his passionate commitment to young and amateur choirs and his profound belief that music can unite people have inspired him both to compose full-time and through proactive workshopping to promote choral musicworldwide.

Paperback-for SATB and organ This attractive and accessible setting of Charles Wesley's ever-popular hymn of praise was first published in The New Oxford Easy Anthem Book. An attractive and accessible setting of Charles Wesley's ever-popular hymn of praise for SATB chorus with Organ.