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A haunting depiction of the 'magic made by melody . . . Held in the arms of rhythm and of sleep', from a poem by Elizabeth Bishop. Instrumental parts for the original version (SATB and strings) are av...

Orchestration : fl, cl, cor, timb, glock, marimba, hp, pno, vc, db Une œuvre en neuf mouvements qui réunit des chœurs à voix supérieures et mixtes Collaboration entre Bob Chilcott et Charles Bennett...

A gentle and reflective arrangement of the popular French carol which is perfect for a Christmas Eve service or a carol service. Orchestral material is available on hire.

This folksong was originally arranged for unison choir and piano accompaniment, and is great to feature in a general concert setting. Offprinted from Vaughan Williams for Choirs 2.

A light arrangement in a 6/8 time signature of a traditional English Christmas Carol. Orchestral scores and parts are also available. Offprinted from the collection Eight Christmas Carol Set 2.

The melody of this accessible carol for choir and organ (setting the composer's own lyrics) flows with ease. The finely controlled texture builds from sopranos over wordless backing to a rich SATB har...

This delightful work brings together arrangements of four folksongs: 'Green Bushes', 'The Rambling Sailor', 'The Crystal Spring', and 'O, No John!'. A Fancy of Folksongs can be accompanied by piano or...

This gentle setting of a prayer by Alcuin of York has an appealing melody and warm harmonies. After opening with a verse for sopranos only, Archer varies the vocal texture for each successive verse, c...

This work was written around 1940, placing it near the beginning of a series of Clarke's late compositions. It both looks forward to her lean, linear, avowedly modern conceptions and backwards to work...

Through a compilation of texts, this life-affirming work explores our fractured relationship with the natural world and nature's capacity for renewal. Dudley has crafted a compelling dialogue between...

Come Back Like the Sea sets a Sara Teasdale poem that uses the metaphor of the ocean's tide to symbolize life's ups and downs. The music captures the sea imagery and sense of yearning with a captivati...

This optimistic piece is characterized by catchy, singable melodies and a syncopated rhythmic drive in the vocal and piano writing. The text was co-written by the composer and the vocal percussionist...

Setting vivid poems by Kate Wakeling, this work is a powerful exploration of the theme of ice. The lively first movement depicts the bustling frost fairs of 1684, with repeated patterns imitating the...

This unusual and highly effective choral cantata in five sections uses poems which are a celebration of how the living spirit of the drum is brought alive. This is an exuberant and rhythmic work, and...

Presented here in an arrangement for SABar voices, this setting of words by Chief Dan George optimistically reminds us that there is still beauty to be found in times of trouble and that difficult day...

A moving, traditional Irish blessing set to music of great simplicity and beauty. Chilcott perfectly captures the warmth and sincerity of the text, and weaves a memorable melody, which he clothes in r...

This energetic anthem features plenty of time signature changes and alternate rhythmic groupings, mainly 3+3+2, which is suitable for any occassion. Offprinted from the collection Alan Bullard Anthems...

This song of thanks to God for the world we live in is suitable for Harvest and other occasions. Offprinted from the collection Alan Bullard Anthems.

This upbeat work sets a text by the Malaysian singer Bihzhu celebrating the collective excitement in exploring the unknown. The supportive piano accompaniment brings a hint of the Malaysian soundworld...

S. solo) and piano. Written for the California Junior High All-State Honor Choir, this piece sets a motivational text by the composer on the theme of embracing new opportunities and, using the metapho...

In this beautiful setting of words by the composer, based on a quote by Brian Palmer, singers are encouraged to listen to the sounds and people around them in order to learn and grow: 'one act of love...