What's New
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.
Hymns for Orchestral Ensembles
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
Tune: Lobe den Herren
Arranged by Kenneth T. Kosche In this arrangement from the Hymns for Orchestral Ensembles series, copies of the first notes of the chorale tune are juxtaposed with altered fragments of other portions of the tune to create a joyful Prelude. A hymnal type of harmonization precedes three more new settings, one having the chorale in the tenor line with a descant in the soprano line. The final setting is based on a slightly different version of the chorale that is compatible with the version used previously. The arrangement can be played by as few as four instruments (soprano, alto, tenor, bass), and by as many as a full wind ensemble (concert band), string orchestra, or full orchestra. Orchestration suggestions are given for a large group. The arrangement can accompany a congregation, or be played as an instrumental suite of variations on the hymn. The difficulty level is 3. Full set includes a Conductor/Keyboard Score, transposed parts for individual woodwind, brass, and string instruments, background notes, and suggestions for performance with or without the congregation and choir.
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.
Arrangements for Orchestral Ensembles
Two Hymn Accompaniments
Christ Is Alive! Let Christians Sing (Tune: Truro)
Take My Life, That I May Be (Tune: Patmos)
Arranged by Dale Elmshaeuser The two shorter arrangements within this arrangement from the Arrangements for Orchestral Ensembles series were designed to accompany congregational singing, but they are varied enough to serve as separate instrumental pieces. "Christ Is Alive! Let Christians Sing" begins with a strong and lively Introduction, followed by the Hymnal Version from Lutheran Book of Worship, and an original descant. A separate sheet with the descant and the texts of the last stanzas of both this hymn and "Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates" is included for choir trebles. "Take My Life, That I May Be" is introduced by a Baroque-style fughetta. The Hymnal Version from Lutheran Book of Worship is next, with an original, instrumental descant added. The arrangement can be played by as few as four instruments (soprano, alto, tenor, bass), and by as many as a full wind ensemble (concert band), string orchestra, or full orchestra. The arrangement can accompany a congregation, or be played as an instrumental piece. The difficulty level is 3. Full set includes a Conductor/Keyboard Score, transposed parts for individual woodwind, brass, and string instruments, and suggestions for performance.
Arrangements for Orchestral Ensembles
Two Hymn Accompaniments, Set II
Jesus on the Mountain Peak (Tune: St. Albinus)
Jesus, Still Lead On (Tune: Seelenbrautigen)
Arranged by Dale Elmshaeuser The two shorter arrangements within this arrangement from the Arrangements for Orchestral Ensembles series were written as wind ensemble accompaniments to congregational hymns, but they are varied enough to serve as separate instrumental pieces. "Jesus on the Mountain Peak" has a bold, majestic Introduction, the Hymnal Version from With One Voice, and an optional Transition with fanfare motifs, leading into a broader, more florid setting for congregation, and ending with the fanfares of the Transition. Optional percussion parts are included for chimes, snare and bass drums, and suspended and crash cymbals. "Jesus, Still Lead On" has an Introduction that begins small in the treble range, gradually expands, and ands with full, four-part harmony. The Hymnal Version from Lutheran Book of Worship is topped by a descant for instrumentalists and choir trebles (text and music sheet included). The arrangement can be played by as few as four instruments (soprano, alto, tenor, bass), and by as many as a full wind ensemble (concert band), string orchestra, or full orchestra. The arrangement can accompany a congregation, or be played as an instrumental piece. The difficulty level is 3. Full set includes a Conductor/Keyboard Score, transposed parts for individual woodwind, brass, and string instruments, and suggestions for performance.
Arrangements for Orchestral Ensembles
Two Hymn Accompaniments, Set III
Blessed Assurance (Tune: Assurance); and
Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven (Tune: Praise, My Soul)
Arranged by Dale Elmshaeuser The two shorter arrangements within this arrangement from the Arrangements for Orchestral Ensembles series were written for a wind ensemble to accompany congregational singing, but they can be played by strings, and they are varied enough to serve as separate instrumental pieces. "Blessed Assurance" has an original Introduction, followed by the harmonization from the hymnal supplement With One Voice, and an optional descant. "Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven" begins with an instrumental Introduction, and continues with the harmonization from Lutheran Book of Worship. The arrangement proceeds with a Congregational Version in four-part harmony, with an optional fifth part. The LBW harmonization returns, with an added descant. The latter can be played by the instrumentalists, and/or sung by choir trebles from the provided sheet that includes the text of the final hymn stanza for both "Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven," and "Alleluia, Song of Gladness." While this set is playable by many high school ensembles, it is musically interesting enough for adult and advanced groups as well. The arrangement can be played by as few as four instruments (soprano, alto, tenor, bass), and by as many as a full wind ensemble (concert band), string orchestra, or full orchestra (without percussion). The arrangement can accompany a congregation, or can be played as an instrumental piece. The difficulty level is 3. Full set includes a Conductor/Keyboard Score, transposed parts for individual woodwind, brass, and string instruments, and suggestions for performance.
|