Can also be sung SAB a cappella
DetailsPublisher: Boosey & HawkesPublication Date: 12/2001Credits: Stephen ChatmanPages: 20Length: 10.50 in.Width: 6.80 in.Series: In High VoiceFormat: SSA a cappellaUPC: 073999738858Voicing: SSA A Cappella
Originally written for The Children's Aid Society Chorus of New York City, this e.e. cummings text lends itself so nicely to the pure sound of treble voices and explores the idea of transformative innocence – that no state of being is so dark...
Written for the 20th anniversary of the CME Institute, A Living Song serves to honor and reflect on the passion for music that CME has instilled in countless singers throughout the years.
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Lee Kesselman has created a stunning fanfare-like concert opener of short duration, specifically intended for the Allegro Con Brio's (Kansas City area) tour to Italy. Non-pitched bells are added to announce the choir in the age-old tradition of...
SATB version also available (48004772)
DetailsPublisher: Boosey & HawkesPublication Date: 06/2004Credits: arr. Stephen HatfieldPages: 24Length: 10.50 in.Width: 6.75 in.Series: In High VoiceFormat: SSAA a cappellaUPC: 073999087666Voicing: SSAA A...
This work for treble voices, cello and classical guitar begins with an ostinato repetition of the title, before the entrance of the melodic theme superimposed in counterpoint with the cello melody. The texture becomes more homophonic and builds to a...
The Michigan State University Women's Chorus enthralled their audiences at the 2009 National ACDA convention in Oklahoma City with this unique setting of the beloved hymn by John Newton. It incorporates the traditional melody in its original shape...
Bring in the new year with this lovely arrangement that uses the beloved Scottish poem by Robert Burns and a tune that predates the one commonly used today. The song speaks to the value of old friends, although life circumstances (and people...
Taking its text from a 12th century monastic prayer, this setting for women's chorus is bright and uplifting and features a contemporary harmonic palette and rhythmic vitality. Duration: ca. 2:10.
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Several variants of this famous English folk ballad are incorporated into this evocative setting for women's voices. First performed by the Varsity Women's Choir of Appleton North High School, James Heiks, conductor.
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Written to honor the memory of the influential teacher of singing Dr. William McIver, this piece describes the rippling effects of a teacher's life work with word painting and resonant Biblical texts. With piano.
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A unique pairing of Latin text (taken from a bell inscription) and the percussive beats of African drumming, Carillon is full of rhythmic excitement, call-and-response singing, and relentless energy.
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Shakespeare's familiar text from Twelfth Night about unrequited love is expressed through varying levels of dissonance. This gifted young composer's works have been premiered at an ACDA convention and at Carnegie Hall. (2:30)
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with Alto solo
DetailsPublisher: Boosey & HawkesPublication Date: 05/2002Credits: HatfieldPages: 8Length: 10.50 in.Width: 6.80 in.Series: In High VoiceFormat: SSAA a cappellaUPC: 073999736410Voicing: SSAA A Cappella
Duration: ca. 3:40
DetailsPublisher: Boosey & HawkesPublication Date: 02/2002Credits: arr. Stephen HatfieldPages: 16Length: 10.50 in.Width: 6.75 in.Series: In High VoiceFormat: SSAA divisi a cappellaUPC: 073999483277Voicing: SSAA Div A Cappella
Hamisha Asar are the Ladino words (the Spanish Hebrew language spoken by the Sephardic Jews) for “Tu Be'Shevat,” the Jewish holiday in the spring that celebrates the time when sap begins flowing in the tress. (2:00)
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Hineni is the Hebrew word which means “Here am I” and is spoken by Abraham in the book of Genesis at the sacrifice of Isaac. Contrasting a rubato instrumental section with a more straightforward vocal section, the music is always...
From Brewbaker's song cycle “birdsong,” this lovely work sets e.e. cummings' portrait of a joyful songbird to elegant, expressive music. With piano. Recorded by Brooklyn Youth Chorus, Dianne Berkun, Director.
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Based on poetry by e.e. cummings, this setting is dedicated to the composer's mother on the occasion of her 87th birthday. Masterful vocal writing and an engaging piano accompaniment evoke images both humble and grandiose, and allow choirs to...
