“Five from the Folder: Mixed Choir” by Deanna Joseph

FIVE FROM THE FOLDER: MIXED CHOIR by Deanna Joseph

 

1.  “Seek Him That Maketh The Seven Stars.” Jonathan Dove. Faber Music

Stunning orchestration for both choir and organ. Combination of rhythmic intensity and interesting repeated harmonies.

 

2.  “Three Sacred Hymns.” Alfred Schnittke. Edition Sikorski 852

Three short a cappella prayers published as one set.  Each miniature sets a unique mood.  

 

3.  “Four Nocturnes, Op. 22.”  Heinrich von Herzogenberg. Alliance Music

If you love the Brahms part-songs, check these out.  SATB and piano.

 

4.  “In pace, in idipsum.” John Sheppard.  CPDL.

Wonderful Renaissance setting frequently used in compline services.

 

5. “Pater Noster.” Igor Stravinsky.  Boosey & Hawkes

Beautifully clear writing. The simplicity speaks volumes.

 

(“Five from the Folder” provides brief, text-length reviews of vocal works currently in the folders of choral directors throughout the United States.  To share five from your folder, contact Scott Dorsey at )