With Beethoven’s 250th coming up, I wanted to make everyone aware that Beethoven’s 9th is now available in an edition for concert band and chorus. This would be an ideal project for better high school programs, colleges, and community bands. It is available through J.W. Pepper https://www.jwpepper.com/Symphony-No.-9-in-D-Minor%2C-Op.-125/11122314.item Ted Vives
New Publications
New Peace Like a River by Joy Hirokawa from Colla Voce Music
NEW RELEASE: As a specialist in creating authentic jazz arrangements for young voices, Joy Hirokawa has crafted a new and compelling arrangement of the ever-popular “Peace Like a River”. Scored for SSA voices and piano, Joy’s setting features a slow, laid-back groove that is sure to be the delight of singers and audiences alike. This […]
Michael A. Gray: “How careful was I” (SABpn) free PDF
“How careful was I” – a lyrical waltz on the futility of love’s restriction – is the latest of an on-going collection of original SABpn settings of Shakespeare’s Sonnets. It is now available for free download at http://www.graymichael.com Enjoy! Michael A. Gray
Chanukah Song Available for SATB/piano, TTB/piano and Solo Performances
“There’s Something About Those Candles” is a meaningful Chanukah song reminding us of the universal journey of all who are fighting for freedom, the need to repair this world, and the need to be a blessing to others. It is appropriate for all adult and youth choirs. If the following link below does not work, […]
New SATB works by Matthew Whittall
As One Listens to the Rain The long-lasting admiration for the poetry of Octavio Paz (Text in English) inspired Matthew Whittall to compose this captivating choir piece. A constant ostinato motif is carried throughout the piece depicting the white noise of the rain. https://webshop.fennicagehrman.fi/page/product/9790550115064 Lauantaisauna (Saturday Sauna) This charming work to a poem by Niilo […]
New SATB setting of “Invictus” from composer Jeffrey Cobb
Introducing an exciting new setting of the powerful poem “Invictus” by poet William Henley – a poem about struggle and strength. The piece begins with an eerie and ethereal introduction featuring a solo voice, then the journey begins as SATB voices are joined by a driving accompaniment. Emotions range from forceful and commanding, to plaintive […]