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“Five from the Folder: Men’s Voices” by Steven Russell
FIVE FROM THE FOLDER: MEN'S VOICES by Steven Russell 1. “Nigra sum.” Pablo Casals. Tetra/Continuo Music Corporation TC 240 Exquisitely beautiful. Wonderful piano or organ part. Full of expressive potential. Not difficult. Two and three-part harmonies. 2. "Throw Open Your Shutters! (A Festive Madrigal)." Amy F. Bernon. Heritage Music Press 15/2108H A delightful […]
“Five from the Folder: Treble Voices” by Jena Dickey
FIVE FROM THE FOLDER: TREBLE VOICES by Jena Dickey 1. “Kia Hora Te Marino.” David Hamilton. SSA. Self-published Maori blessing skillfully set by New Zealand brilliant composer. Stunning musical lines. Initially unison, splits to 2-part and easy 3-part. 2. “Jabberwocky.” David Brunner. Walton Music 00116954 Exciting new setting of classic poem. David’s fabulous […]
Gettin’ Paid (Money, Strikes, Unions and Money and Money)
As most of you are aware, the musicians of the Minnesota Orchestra are in the middle of a protracted lockout, which threatens to undermine one of the great orchestras in the US. Regardless of the side you might take in the debate, we all know it is a shame to see such a great musical institution […]
German Motets
A colleague of mine recently said: "I make it a point to do a German motet every year." That statement sort of blew me away, and changed the way I program for my top college choir. I thought, “Well, of course,” but it wasn’t a thing I actually did. Since then I’ve changed, and every […]
Saturday Respite: Never Play Poker with This Guy
If you're ever in a casino and you see THIS you see this guy walk in, walk out. Immediately.