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Henry Purcell

Born: 1659. Died: 1695. Lived in: England

Born in 1659, Henry Purcell was the finest and most original composer of his day. Though he was to live a very short life (he died in 1695) he was able to enjoy and make full use of the renewed flowering of music after the Restoration of the Monarchy.

As the son of a musician at Court, a chorister at the Chapel Royal, and the holder of continuing royal appointments until his death, Purcell worked in Westminster for three different Kings over twenty-five years.

In the Chapel Royal young Purcell studied with Dr. John Blow. Dr. Burney, the eighteenth century historian, is amusingly skeptical on this point: "..... he had a few lessons from Dr. Blow, which were sufficient to cancel all the instructions he had received from other masters, and to occasion the boast inscribed on the tomb-stone of Blow, that he had been 'Master to the famous Mr. Henry Purcell'." Legend has it that when, in 1679, Purcell succeeded Dr. Blow as organist of Westminster Abbey, the elder musician stepped aside in recognition of the greater genius, and it is true that on Purcell's death in 1695 Blow returned to the post, and would write a noble Ode on the Death of Purcell.

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Henry Purcell : Purcell Anthology : SATB : Songbook : 9780193533516

Henry Purcell : Purcell Anthology

The tercentenary of the death of world-famous English Baroque composer Henry Purcell (most widely known for his opera "Dido and Aeneas") will be celebrated everywhere. This volume offers an opportunity to choral associations to join the celebration. With Purcell's expertise in setting the English language, ten of the eleven anthems are in English (one in Latin). The editor, secretary to the Purcell Society, has selected those most representative and most useful, from among the composer's prodigious output.

Songlist: Hear My Prayer, O Lord, I Was Glad, O God, the King Of Glory, Remember not, Lord, Our Offences, Thou Knowest, Lord, The Secrets Of Our Hearts, Jehova, Quam Multi Sunt Hostes Mei!, Lord. How Long Wilt Thou Be Angry, O God, Thou Art My God, Thy Word Is A Latern, O Sing unto The Lord, Rejoice In The Alway

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Voicing: SATB | 9151b | Songbook | $27.95


Henry Purcell : Come Ye Sons of Art : SSA : Songbook : 884088434830 : 0853603014 : 14007190

Henry Purcell : Come Ye Sons of Art

An ode for the birthday of Queen Mary in 1694, arranged for SSA voices and piano by Maurice Blower. Duration: 15 minutes.

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Voicing: SSA | 9996b | Songbook | $9.95


Henry Purcell : Fifteen Songs and Arias : Solo : Songbook : 029156674231  : 00-K06850

Henry Purcell : Fifteen Songs and Arias

A collection of vocal solos composed by Henry Purcell.

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Voicing: Solo | 10643b | Songbook | $11.95 | Voice and Piano


Henry Purcell : Fifteen Songs and Arias : Solo : Songbook : 029156688344  : 00-K06851

Henry Purcell : Fifteen Songs and Arias

A collection of vocal solos composed by Henry Purcell.

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Voicing: Solo | 10644b | Songbook | $11.95 | Voice and Piano


Henry Purcell : Come, Ye Sons of Art : Solo : Vocal Score :               : 12-0571515568

Henry Purcell : Come, Ye Sons of Art

Purcell composed six of his finest odes to honor the birthdays of Queen Mary in successive years from 1689. Come, ye sons of art (1694) followed recent stage successes and contains some of the composer's most sparkling and memorable instrumental and vocal writing. This authoritative performing edition is prepared by the leading Purcell expert, Robert King.

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Voicing: Solo | 10675b | Vocal Score | $11.95 | Voice and Piano


Henry Purcell : Four Songs : Solo : Songbook : 9780571541553 : 12-0571541550

Henry Purcell : Four Songs

Thomas Adès's four Purcell arrangements, Four Songs, for medium voice and piano are ideal repertoire for recitals. The collection is comprised of two of Purcell's Tempest songs, "Come Unto These Yellow Sands" and "Full Fathom Five," alongside the much-loved "An Evening Hymn" and "By Beauteous Softness." The whole collection lasts around 12 minutes.

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Voicing: Solo | 10683b | Songbook | $22.95 | Voice and Piano


Henry Purcell : Five Anthems (Collection) : SATB : Songbook : 073999152326 : 0571515150 : 08718012

Henry Purcell : Five Anthems (Collection)

From the Faber Choral Programme Series. Includes: I Was Glad When They Said unto Me; Remember Not, Lord, Our Offences; Lord, How Long Wilt Thou Be Angry?; Jehova, quam multi sunt hostes mei; Hear My Prayer, O Lord. Available: SATB.

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Voicing: SATB | 10865b | Songbook | $3.95


Henry Purcell : Te Deum Laudamus and Jubilate Deo : SATB : Songbook : 073999087406 : 50324760

Henry Purcell : Te Deum Laudamus and Jubilate Deo

English.

Songlist: We Praise Thee (Te Deum) Purcell, The Father Of An Infinite (Purcell), When Thou Took'st (Purcell), Vouchsafe, O Lord (Purcell), O Lord, In Thee Have I Trusted (Purcell), O Be Joyful (Jubilate Deo) Purcell, Be Ye Sure (Purcell), O Go Your Way (Purcell), For The Lord Is Gracious (Purcell), Glory Be To The Father (Purcell)

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Voicing: SATB | 10900b | Songbook | $8.95


Henry Purcell : Come, Ye Sons of Art : SATB : Songbook : 073999328004 : 50332800

Henry Purcell : Come, Ye Sons of Art

Birthday Ode for Queen Mary, 1694.

Songlist: Overture, Come, Ye Sons Of Art, Sound The Trumpet, Strike The Viol (Purcell), Day That Such A Blessing Gave, Bid The Virtues, Bid The Graces, These R The Sacred Charms-Shield, See Nature Rejoicing (Purcell)

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Voicing: SATB | 10919b | Songbook | $7.95


Henry Purcell : 12 Selected Songs : Solo : Songbook & Online Audio : 884088351014 : 1423479890 : 48019966

Henry Purcell : 12 Selected Songs

Songs by the great English Baroque composer Henry Purcell, realized by Britten, most suitable for student singers have been selected for this collection. Contents: Fairest Isle - Hark the ech'ing air - How blest are shepherds - I attempt from love's sickness to fly - I'll sail upon the Dog-star - If music be the food of love (1st version) - Man is for the woman made - Music for a while - On the brow of Richmond Hill - There's not a swain of the plain - Turn then thine eyes - We sing to him.

Songlist: I Attempt From Love's Sickness To Fly, If Music Be The Food Of Love, Fairest Isle, Hark The Ech'ing Air!, How Blest Are Shepherds, I'll Sail Upon The Dog-Star, Man Is For The Woman Made, Music For A While, On The Brow Of Richmond Hill, There's Not A Swain Of The Plain, Turn Then Thine Eyes, We Sing To Him

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Voicing: Solo | 11112b | Songbook & Online Audio | $17.95


Henry Purcell : The Purcell Collection - Realizations by Benjamin Britten : Solo : Songbook : 884088017446 : 142342252X : 48019095

Henry Purcell : The Purcell Collection - Realizations by Benjamin Britten

Most of Britten's rich Purcell realizations had previously been out fo print for some years. This new edition, with new music engravings and extensive historical notes, includes 9 songs from Harmonia Sacra, 24 solos songs and 6 duets from Orpheus Britannicus, and selections from Dido and Aeneas and The Fairy Queen. Contents: Ah! Belinda, I am prest with torment - Alleluia - The Blessed Virgin's Expostulation - But ere we this perform - Come away, fellow sailors - Dialogue of Corydon and Mopsa - Evening Hymn - Fairest Isle - Fear no danger to ensue - Hark the ech'ing air - How blest are shepherds - I attempt from love's sickness to fly - I spy Celia - I take no pleasure - I'll sail upon the Dog-star - If music be the food of love (1st version) - If music be the food of love(3rd version) - In the black dismal dungeon of despair - Job's Curse - Let sullen discord smile - Lord, what is man - Lost is my quiet - Mad Bess - Man is for the woman made - A Morning Hymn - Music for a while - No, resistance is but vain - Not all my torments - Oft she visits this lov'd mountain - On the brow of Richmond Hill - Pious Celinda - Pursue thy conquest, love - The Queen's Epicedium - Saul and the Witch at Endor - Shake the cloud from off your brow - Shepherd, leave decoying - So when the glittering queen of Night - Sound Fame thy brazen trumpet - Sound the trumpet - Sweeter than roses - Take not a woman's anger ill - Thanks to these lonesome vales - There's not a swain of the plain - Thou tun'st this world - 'Tis holiday - Turn then thine eyes - We sing to him - What can we poor females do? - When I am Laid in earth - Why should men quarrel?

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Voicing: Solo | 11764b | Songbook | $34.95


Henry Purcell : The Purcell Collection - Realizations by Benjamin Britten : Solo : Songbook : 884088017453 : 1423418166 : 48019096

Henry Purcell : The Purcell Collection - Realizations by Benjamin Britten

Most of the distinctive Purcell realizations by Benjamin Britten, vocal parts edited by Peter Pears, have been out of print for sone years. This new edition collects 49 selections for high voice and 45 selections for medium/low voice. Includes 9 songs from Harmonia Sacra, 24 solo songs and six duets from Orpheus Britannicus, The Queen's Epicedium, and selections from Dido and Aeneas and The Fairy Queen. Contents: Ah! Belinda, I am prest with torment - Alleluia - The Blessed Virgin's Expostulation - But ere we this perform - Dialogue of Corydon and Mopsa - Evening Hymn - Fairest Isle - Fear no danger to ensue - Hark the ech'ing air! - How blest are shepherds - I attempt from love's sickness to fly - I spy Celia - I take no pleasure - I'll sail upon the Dog-star - If music be the food of love (1st version) - If music be the food of love (3rd version) - In the black dismal dungeon of despair - Job's Curse - Let sullen discord smile - Lord, what is man - Lost is my quiet - Mad Bess - Man is for the woman made - A Morning Hymn - Music for a while - No, resistance is but vain - Not all my torments - On the brow of Richmond Hill - Pious Celinda - The Queen's Epicedium - Saul and the Witch at Endor - Shepherd, leave decoying - So when the glittering Queen of Night - sound Fame the brazen trumpet - Sound the trumpet - Sweeter than roses - Take not a woman's anger ill - There's not a swain of the plain - Thou tun'st this world - 'Tis holiday - Turn then thine eyes - We sing to him - What can we poor females do? - When I am laid in earth - Why should men quarrel?

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Voicing: Solo | 11765b | Songbook | $34.95


Henry Purcell : 12 Selected Songs : Solo : Songbook & Online Audio : 884088351007 : 1423479882 : 48019965

Henry Purcell : 12 Selected Songs

Songs by the great English Baroque composer Henry Purcell, realized by Britten, most suitable for student singers have been selected for this collection. Contents: Fairest Isle - Hark the ech'ing air - How blest are shepherds - I attempt from love's sickness to fly - I'll sail upon the Dog-star - If music be the food of love (1st version) - Man is for the woman made - Music for a while - On the brow of Richmond Hill - There's not a swain of the plain - Turn then thine eyes - We sing to him. Piano accompaniments available online for download or streaming.

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Voicing: Solo | 11774b | Songbook & Online Audio | $24.95


Henry Purcell : Ode for St. Cecilia's Day 1692 : SATB : Songbook : 073999362862 : 49002376

Henry Purcell : Ode for St. Cecilia's Day 1692

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Henry Purcell : Te Deum and Jubilate Deo in D : SSATB : Songbook : 9780193385894

Henry Purcell : Te Deum and Jubilate Deo in D

Written for St Cecilia's Day 1694, Purcell's popular Te Deum and Jubilate in D was the first work of its kind to be scored for orchestra, and it became the model for future settings of the text by Blow, Croft, and Handel. This new edition by Robert King has been prepared using the earliest available source material, combining up-to-date scholarship with a clear and practical layout. The edition includes an organ reduction for rehearsal purposes.

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Voicing: SSATB | 40563b | Songbook | $9.50


Various : English Choral Tradition Vol 3 - Taverner To Purcell : Songbook : 50236560

Various : English Choral Tradition Vol 3 - Taverner To Purcell

Ten assorted Madrigals and Anthems from the Renaissance and Early Baroque era.

Songlist: The Silver Swan, When David Heard, I am Christus Astra, Fine Knack for Ladies, Lo She Flies, Come Shepherd Swains, Weep, O Mine Eyes, O God the King of Glory, Lord in Thy Rage, Young Cupid

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4542b | Songbook | $4.95


Individual Folios

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Anthem of Joy : SATB : Patrick Liebergen : Songbook : 00284669 : 888680853709

Patrick Liebergen : Anthem of Joy

This lesser-known Masterwork is refashioned for optimal flexibility in a joyful offering. Alive with an exuberant classical style, the octavo includes a dual text for both Palm Sunday and Easter celebrations. Ideal as a call to worship, traditional churches will enjoy presenting this anthem with the trumpet obbligato for a special festive touch.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 | With Piano |
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| 00284669


Come, Ye Sons of Art : 2-Part : Emily Crocker : Sheet Music : 08551354 : 073999172621

Emily Crocker : Come, Ye Sons of Art

From the Birthday Ode for Queen Mary in 1694, this short, tuneful anthem is great for concert and contest with younger and developing choirs. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 1:30.

Arranger: Emily Crocker

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.65 | With Piano |
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| 08551354
Other Voicings: 3-Part


Come, Ye Sons of Art : 3-Part Mixed : Greg Gilpin : Sheet Music : 35032503 : 888680892517 : 1540039544

Greg Gilpin : Come, Ye Sons of Art

This stately and elegant setting of Purcell's work from Birthday Ode for Queen Mary is adapted specifically for younger voices and developing choirs including men's ensembles. Set in the key of G and using the opening symphony music in 4/4 as an introduction, the ranges are perfect for young ages and the joyful and spirited arrangement is terrific as an opening number for concert or contest.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
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| 35032503
Other Voicings: 2-Part, TB


Good People, Be Ye Glad : SATB : Greg Gilpin : Sheet Music : 35029372 : 884088956721 : 1480361631

Greg Gilpin : Good People, Be Ye Glad

New words and original music add to the melody from Henry Purcell's spirited Sing for Joy to create a perfect opening holiday choral work. Unison singing introduces the melody, which develops into homophonic parts. A bridge of original music adds newness to the original. The optional trumpet and bells add texture to help make this sparkle for the season.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 35029372 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: SAB, 2-Part, SAB, 2-Part


In These Delightful, Pleasant Groves : 3-Part Mixed : Henry Purcell : Sheet Music : CM9165 : 798408072346

Henry Purcell : In These Delightful, Pleasant Groves

Greg Gilpin has revoiced this classic English madrigal from Purcell. The clean arrangement and rehearsal accompaniment make this a great selection for the developing chorus. Perfect for festival or concert use. Duration: 1:05

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Voicing: 3-Part Mixed | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
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| CM9165


In These Delightful, Pleasant Groves : SATB : John Leavitt : Sheet Music : 08596796 : 884088544584

John Leavitt : In These Delightful, Pleasant Groves

Madrigal groups, chamber and concert choirs will delight in this well-edited edition of the Henry Purcell madrigal marked by dancing contrapuntal sections and thrilling homophonic sections. Duration: ca. 1:35.

Arranger: John Leavitt

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08596796


Let Us Sing : SA : Melissa Malvar-Keylock : Sheet Music : 00258018 : 888680724900

Melissa Malvar-Keylock : Let Us Sing

Composed originally for solo soprano and figured bass, this new arrangement offers a counter melody to the second verse. All voices join together for a strong, unison final verse.

Arranger: Melissa Malvar-Keylock

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Voicing: SA | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00258018


Let Voice and Instrument Joyfully Sound! : 3-Part : Patrick Liebergen : Sheet Music : 08552368 : 884088627362

Patrick Liebergen : Let Voice and Instrument Joyfully Sound!

Introduce your younger choirs to Baroque style with this short and festive selection adapted from a larger work by English composer Henry Purcell. Featuring a pair of flutes, the rhythmic exuberance of the piece will be a welcome addition to concert, contest and festival performances throughout your year! Flute 1-2 parts included. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:40

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
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| 08552368 | Voicetrax CD Available
Other Voicings: 2-Part


Miserere mei : SATB : Henry Purcell : Sheet Music : GIA8762 : 785147876205

Henry Purcell : Miserere mei

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Nymphs and Shepherds, Come Away : SAB : Earlene Rentz : Rent : Sheet Music : 35027555 : 884088524173

Earlene Rentz : Nymphs and Shepherds, Come Away

This dance-like Henry Purcell tune from the Baroque period is frequently sung in solo performance in association with praise of Flora, the goddess of spring and flowers. Earlene has created a delightful choral for young or beginning choirs and adapted the lyric to fit a theme of musical celebration. A rehearsal prep sheet is included with the choral. A wonderful selection for concert/festival and contest. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: ca. 2:08.

Arranger: Earlene Rentz | Musical: Rent

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.50 | With Piano |
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| 35027555


O God, the King of Glory : SATB : Henry Purcell : Sheet Music : GIA2808 : 785147280804

Henry Purcell : O God, the King of Glory

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.20 | A Cappella |
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| GIA2808


Ode to Purcell : SATB : Dominick DiOrio : Sheet Music : 48023054 : 884088960759

Dominick DiOrio : Ode to Purcell

One of the fresh young voices among American composers, Dominick DiOrio pulls apart Henry Purcell's song Thou Knowest, Lord, The Secrets of Our Hearts and weaves in his own original music to the Gerard Manley Hopkins poem Henry Purcell. Together, with Hopkins text and Purcells music, we are given a fresh context with which to examine both of these men and their artistic voices. For advanced choirs. Duration: ca. 5 minutes.

Arranger: Dominick DiOrio

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $3.00 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 48023054 | Digital Version Available


Praise the Lord, O My Soul; O Lord My God : SATB : Henry Purcell : Sheet Music : 14047970 : 888680642877

Henry Purcell : Praise the Lord, O My Soul; O Lord My God

Praise the Lord, O My Soul; O Lord My God is an anthem by Henry Purcell for SATB choir, strings and keyboard. Taken from the Purcell Society Edition Volume 17: Sacred Music Part III, this work has been edited by Lionel Pike and lasts around 20 minutes.

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.95 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 14047970


Remember Not, Lord, Our Offences : SSATB : Geoffrey Mason : Sheet Music : W6013

Geoffrey Mason : Remember Not, Lord, Our Offences

Arranger: Geoffrey Mason

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Voicing: SSATB | Sheet Music | $2.60 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| W6013


Rise Up Singing! : SSA : Patrick Liebergen : Sheet Music : 00-19307 : 038081179520

Patrick Liebergen : Rise Up Singing!

Patrick Liebergen has skillfully arranged this light, energetic Purcell masterwork in editions for today's SSA and 2-part treble choral groups. It's an excellent concert or festival work with solid part writing and dynamic variations. Optional parts for two flutes, as well as Editor's Notes are included in the publication. Repetition makes it easy to learn. A true classic for treble voices.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-19307


Sing and Rejoice! : SSA : Patrick Liebergen : Sheet Music : 00-21691 : 038081210841

Patrick Liebergen : Sing and Rejoice!

Look no further for a masterwork from the Classical period that your SAB or SSA choir can learn in a hurry. Patrick Liebergen has taken this joyous Henry Purcell work and skillfully adapted it for developing choirs with an original English text, three full sounding vocal parts, and an optional trumpet part. With well-crafted vocal parts in modest ranges and logical chordal and contrapuntal lines, your singers will master this in no time. Each of the ABA sections is followed by a dynamically contrasted echo of the same material.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen

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Voicing: SSA | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-21691


Sing for Joy : SAB : Hal Hopson : Sheet Music : 43319010 : 073999239782

Hal Hopson : Sing for Joy

From Come, Ye Sons of Art. Hal Hopson's name is synonymous with quality arrangements. His articulate editions are simple, practical and imaginative. Available: SAB.

Arranger: Hal Hopson

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 43319010


Sing Now with Joy : 3-Part : Audrey Snyder : Sheet Music : 08552304 : 884088547295

Audrey Snyder : Sing Now with Joy

Adapted from Henry Purcell's Come Ye Sons of Art, this short tuneful setting is ideal for younger and developing choirs especially for contest and festival performances. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:20.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder

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Voicing: 3-Part | Sheet Music | $2.65 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 08552304 | Voicetrax CD Available


Sound the Trumpet : 2-Part : Steven Rickards : Sheet Music : 00261249 : 888680727376

Steven Rickards : Sound the Trumpet

This classic Baroque duet was originally written for two counter-tenors. In this beautifully realized edition it can be sung by any combination of two voices as a duet or by any two part choir. The realized keyboard along with suggested ornamentations create an authentic musical experience.

Arranger: Steven Rickards

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00261249

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