Choral Music with Instruments
A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
Concertato on "Ein Feste Burg" arranged by Dale Elmshaeuser
for Congregation, SATB Choir, Handbells, Brass Quintet, optional Timpani, Chimes, optional Triangle, and Organ This concertato begins with a timpani roll and an intonation of the first four notes of the chorale, followed by full brass fanfares. Stanza 1 (isometric version) features the brasses, and Stanza 2 the percussion. A vigorous interlude leads to unaccompanied choir (rhythmic version) for Stanza 3, and the opening themes and fanfares frame the congregational Stanza 4 (isometric, again), with a descant for choir sopranos. The difficulty is 3/4. Full set includes one each of the following: Full Score, Choral Score, Organ Score, parts for all the instruments listed above, and performance notes. Purchasers have the right to make photocopies to meet (only) their own needs.
Choral Music with Instruments
Children of the Heavenly Father
Anthem on "Tryggare Kan Ingen Vara" by Dale Elmshaeuser
for SATB Choir, 2 Treble Instruments, optional Handbells, and Organ Over the beginning organ pedal point, the treble instruments weave a pastoral, contrapuntal melody based on the first three notes of the hymn tune. The organ provides support for choir trebles in unison on Stanza 1 and choir men in unison on Stanza 2. Stanza 3 in SATB harmony features the handbells, cued in the treble instruments. Stanza 4 has a different SATB setting, and ends with the opening contrapuntal theme in the treble instruments. The difficulty level is 3. Full Set includes one each of the following: Full/Organ Score, Choral Score, parts for all the instruments listed above, including treble instruments in both C and B-flat, and performance notes. Purchasers have the right to to make photocopies to meet (only) their own needs.
Choral Music with Instruments
For All the Saints
Concertato on "Sine Nomine" arranged by Dale Elmshaeuser
for Congregation, SATB Choir, Handbells, Woodwind Quartet, Chimes, optional Orchestra Bells and Timpani, and Organ Focusing on the "rest" theme of the hymn text, the concertato begins with a single G in the chimes, followed by a haunting melody on the oboe, later joined by the other woodwinds to accompany Stanza 1, sung in unison by the choir. Organ, handbells and timpani accompany the congregation on Stanza 2. Stanza 3 is for unaccompanied SATB choir, with the hymn tune sung by the altos. In Stanza 4, "The saints triumphant rise in bright array" is illustrated by having the flute(s) play "Behold a Host Arrayed in White" while the other woodwinds add their own accompaniment for the men of the choir singing "Sine Nomine." A short interlude leads to Stanza 5, sung by the congregation, along with all instruments and organ. The difficulty is 3. Full set includes one each of the following: Full Score, Choral Score, Organ Score, parts for all the instruments listed above, and performance notes. Purchasers have the right to make photocopies to meet (only) their own needs.
Choral Music with Instruments
The God of Abraham Praise
Concertato on "Yigdal"
Arranged by Dale Elmshaeuser for Congregation, SSATBB Choir, Brass Quartet, optional Timpani, and Organ This concertato is majestic, festive, and appropriate for most occasions. After an introductory fantasia for brasses, timpani and organ, the congregation sings Stanza 1, congregation sings Stanza 2 with descant for choir sopranos and trumpet, congregation sings Stanza 3, unaccompanied choir sings Stanza 4, and congregation closes with Stanza 5. Accompaniments range from organ only, to instruments only, to both together. The composition was written as a choral piece with brass accompaniment rather than the other way around.Full set includes one each of the following: Conductor/Organ Score; Choral Score; parts for all the instruments listed above; alternate parts for F Horn, Baritone T.C., and Tuba; and performance notes. Purchasers have the right to make photocopies to meet (only) their own needs.
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