During this strange season we are in, the constraints it puts on performances is particularly restrictive. One issue that is problematic is that of securing broadcast rights. During the Covid Crisis I finished a musical that is based on A Christmas Carol, but is (mostly) set in a recording studio in the last decades of […]
New Publications
Lady of the Evening Star – Darius Lim – Cypress Choral Music Publishing
While things are a little slow in the choral music world, one of the pieces in the Cypress catalogue has managed move forward undeterred. The beautiful “Lady of the Evening Star” by Darius Lim has proven to be quite popular in the last few months. Enjoy! https://cypresschoral.com/composers/darius-lim/lady-of-the-evening-star/
new Paul Ayres piece “When we sing together” wins prize
Paul Ayres’s new piece for SATB choir and piano, “When we sing together” has won third prize in an anthem composition competition held by University Park UMC in Dallas. Full text and youtube demo recording below, along with a link to Paul’s website, for perusal scores. Regarding the award, Paul wrote on his facebook page: […]
Brand New Edition! Johann Adolf Hasse’s KYRIE ELEISON from Mass in G Minor” for SATB Chorus
I am proud to announce the publication of my newest edition, Johann Adolf Hasse’s “KYRIE ELEISON from Mass in G minor” for SATB Chorus and keyboard accompaniment (or chamber orchestra). This new edition is published by Hinshaw Music (HMC2619). This relatively unknown gem is a harmonically colorful fugue based on a descending chromatic subject. More […]
Miles to Go Before I Sleep – Dr. Larry Nickel – Cypress Choral Music Publishing
Please enjoy this exquisite rendering of the the classic Robert Frost “Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening” – as sung by the West Coast Mennonite Chamber Choir. One can hear the snow falling in the dark forest.