About the song . . . A new setting of a traditional poem, this work juxtaposes simple melodic beauty with a wider harmonic palette in the interior sections. These interior sections can be performed with the optional piano part, or a capella. The use of the oboe, accents melodic fragments in a subtle imitation of the […]
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I Shall See (SATB/unaccompanied) 3:30
Heralded as a “true choral gem” by the choral editors at JW Pepper, this piece is an excellent choice to showcase your ensemble. Based on Psalm 27, the simple rhythmic texture of this piece makes for an accessible work for many ensembles. A straightforward harmonic palette is used to introduce the text in the […]
Stille Nacht
For the first time I have added on my page a NON a cappella arrangement, namely Stille Nacht for voice, flute and piano. You could listen to this version at fabioalessi.webs.com. The score is free, as usual. Greetings, Fabio.
Christmas/Solstice/holiday anthem “All Around the Child”
Hello friends, my first post. “All Around the Child” is in the style of traditional carols, with some more contemporary harmony. By Jim Scott, co-composer of the “Missa Gaia /Earth Mass” with the Paul Winter Consort, the message refers not only to the birth of Jesus, but describes how the birth of a child in […]
New 2 Part Choral pieces from Alliance Music USA
We are delighted to announce the release of three new titles from Alliance Music ( www.apimusic.org) AP10253 Deep Peace of the running wave (Unis choir or Solo) AP10251 The Lord bless you and keep you (2part chpir and Piano or Organ) AP10254 If there is to be p[eace in the world ( 2 part choir […]
In the Beginning Was the Word
I have a new setting of John 1:1, 14 – the Gospel Canticle for Christmas set for unison choir (with optional divison into two groups, i.e., women and men) , piano and flute. Written for church choirs whose ranks are depleted at Christmas. It is somewhat Celtic and chant-like. I have a preview copy available […]