Choral Hymn Sheet Music
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Norman Cocker: Bread Of Heaven
A spiritual piece which opens with a lyrical Tenor solo, and becomes more intense as the remainder of the choir joins. For SATB Choir with Organ accompaniment, Norman Cocker's choral hymn Bread Of Heaven is a delightful addition to your choirs repertoire.
Cesar Franck: Panis Angelicus (SATB)
A setting of the Panis Angelicus (The Bread of the Angle Host) by Cesar Franck, and edited for the Oxford Choral Classics series by John Rutter. The Organ accompaniment has been transcribed by Rutter from Francks 1860s original for Organ, Harp and Cello The full text, derived from St. Thomas Aquina's Corpus Christi hymn Sacris Solemniis, is provided in both Latin and English translation.
Richard Graves: Hymn Habanera (2-Part)
Richard Graves's choral song Hymn Habanera has an entertaining Latin feel, with the option for extra instruments such as Castanets, Guitars, Recorders and others. Written for the upper voices with a full Piano accompaniment.
Stephen Harrap: Ave Verum Corpus
Harrap's inventive and dramatic setting of the well-known Eucharist hymn text provides a contemporary alternative to more familiar versions by Byrd, Mozart, and Elgar. In five unaccompanied and often interweaving parts, with meandering chromatic harmonies, Ave verum corpus is both challenging and rewarding to sing. The motet's striking scalic passages, effective word painting and overall contrast to the other well-known settings will be welcomed by singers and listeners alike. Particularly suitable for Holy Communion and the Feast of Corpus Christi.Stephen HarrapStephen Harrap was born in Portsmouth in 1952 and studied at the London Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the London Opera Centre. As a conductor, he has collaborated with many leading musicians and ensembles, including Luciano Berio, Karlheinz Stockhausen, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, the London Sinfonietta, and the Orchestra di Santa Cecilia in Rome; he has also worked at prominent opera houses, including Covent Garden, Paris, and Salzburg. Since 1995 he has focused on the composition and performance of his own choral and orchestral works, which have been premiered at numerous venues and festivals across Europe.
Leonard Blake: And Now Another Day Is Gone
An uplifting hymn for high voices with Organ accompaniment - suitable for school choral groups.
Benjamin Britten: Corpus Christi Carol
The fifth variation in Britten's third opus, the Corpus Christi Carol, finds words in a hymn first found in the early 16th century, music was later added by Peter Warlock, and then in 1933, by Benjamin Britten.It has been arranged by the composer from his Choral Variations and edited by David Willcocks.
John Duggan: La Ballade De Jesus Christ (Novello New Choral Series)
La Ballade de J‚sus Christ is an arrangement of a French carol from the seventeeth century or earlier. The tune is well known as the hymn Let all mortal flesh keep silence from The English Hymnal, and this arrangement was commissioned in 2007 by the Oxford choir, Sospiri, for their CD of Christmas music, Videte Miraculum. The text - a miniature morality tale - has a simple, almost childlike quality to it and this is reflected in the shimmering harmonies and soft, fleeting dissonances, presenting the story as a bitter-sweet fairy tale.The Novello New Choral Series is an inspiring selection of new works from a range of contemporary composers, offering pieces for all types of choirs, including sacred and secular works from simple, four-part settings to more expansive, yet accessible, repertoire in an exciting variety of styles. This collection is perfect for choirs looking to broaden their repertoire and explore some of the best new music around.Born in 1963, John Duggan was a chorister at Westminster Cathedral and studied music at Oxford. Whilst still a boy he dreamed of writing in the choral tradition of Victoria, Tallis and Palestrina. His vocal music has delighted both singers and audiences across Europe and the USA. He has written for a number of choirs including Commotio, Westminster Cathedral Choir, the Hildegard Choir and Sospiri, and has received commissions from the Edington Music Festival, Crossover Intergenerational Dance Group, Oxford Youth Dance and The Oxford-Grenoble Association. He composers regularly for film and dance, and performs as a singerand choral director whilst working as a recording engineer and producer.
Mack Wilberg: Wayfarin' Stranger
This exquisite arrangement of an American folk hymn will be a universal favourite with choirs of all ages and levels. The atmospheric tune is perfectly offset by the floating instrumental counter-melody, while the keyboard or orchestral accompaniment brings harmonic depth and gravity to the music. A wonderful addition to the choral repertory.
Stephen Harrap: Veni Creator Spiritus
This is an innovative yet accessible setting of the well-known Vespers hymn. A meditative rendering of the familiar plainchant is nestled within a lyrical setting of a verse from John Donne'sA Litany, making for an intriguing narrative juxtaposition. With unusual harmonic shifts, dynamic contrasts, and rhythmic interest, this motet is sure to maintain the attention of both choir and listener from beginning to end.Veni Creator Spiritusis particularly suitable for Pentecost and other celebrations of the Holy Spirit, but can be used throughout the church year.Stephen HarrapStephen Harrap was born in Portsmouth in 1952 and studied at the London Guildhall School of Music and Drama and the London Opera Centre. As a conductor, he has collaborated with many leading musicians and ensembles, including Luciano Berio, Karlheinz Stockhausen, Nikolaus Harnoncourt, the London Sinfonietta, and the Orchestra di Santa Cecilia in Rome; he has also worked at prominent opera houses, including Covent Garden, Paris, and Salzburg. Since 1995 he has focused on the composition and performance of his own choral and orchestral works, which have been premiered at numerous venues and festivals across Europe.
Mack Wilberg: I sing the mighty power of God
This anthem will feel immediately familiar to many listeners! Wilberg has adapted the words of a traditional hymn and set them to the melody of O little town of Bethlehem. With a lively accompaniment and spirited counter-melody, the result is a sparkling and jubilant work that will suit both concerts and services of thanksgiving throughout the year.Mack WilbergMack Wilberg is the Music Director of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. He was appointed Music Director in March 2008, having served as Associate Music Director since May 1999. He is a former professor of music at Brigham Young University, where he received his bachelor's degree; his master's and doctoral degrees are from the University of Southern California. In addition to his conducting responsibilities he is active as a pianist, choral clinician, composer, arranger, and guest conductor throughout the United States and abroad. In addition to the many compositions he has written for the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, his works have been performed by artists such as Ren‚e Fleming, Frederica von Stade, Bryn Terfel, The King's Singers, and narrators Walter Cronkite and Claire Bloom. Wilberg's arrangements and compositions are performed and recorded all over the world. With their grandeur, energy, and craftsmanship, they inspire performers and audiences everywhere.
John Rutter: Most Glorious Lord Of Life
For SATB and organ or brass ensembleThis Easter anthem is a triumphant setting of words by Edmund Spenser and St John Damascene for mixed choir and organ. Featuring joyful choral parts and an optional soprano solo, Most glorious Lord of life ends with a new harmonization of the Easter hymn tune 'Ellacombe', with an optional congregational part. Material for an accompaniment for brass, timpani, and organ is available on hire/rental. Featured on the CD A Song in Season, on the Collegium label.
John Sheppard: The Lord's Prayer (SAATB)
A powerful and rich setting of the The Lord's Prayer, edited by David Wulstan. This five-part choral arrangement, with text from the Book Of Common Prayer, is a complex polyphonic work reflecting the intertwining characteristics of a motet more than the homophony expected from simple hymns. A simplified Piano reduction of Sheppard's original accompaniments is also included, making this piece perfect for those seeking a version of The Lord's Prayer that is a little more unusual or special.
Ralph Vaughan Williams: Wither's Rocking Hymn
Another wonderful Choral work from the superb Vaughan Williams catalogue. This piece for SATB choir with solos and divisions, and organ accompaniment is set to a 17th Century text by George Wither.
Parker - God Of The Ages - Mixed Voices Satb
Incorporating the immortal hymn by Isaac Watts, O God, Our Help in Ages Past, this majestic hymn of praise flows from the pens of John Parker and Lloyd Larson. Scored for voices and organ or piano with optional trumpet(s) and timpani, this festival hymn is appropriate for worship throughout the year.