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Henry Purcell
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 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 
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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)
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
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?
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?
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.
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.
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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Arranger: Geoffrey Mason
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
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
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
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
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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