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Johann Sebastian Bach

Born: 1685. Died: 1750. Lived in: Germany

Born into a musical family, Bach received his earliest instruction from his father. After his father's death in 1695, Bach moved to Ohrdruf, where he lived and studied organ with his older brother Johann Christoph. He also received an education at schools in Eisenach, Ohrdruf, and Luneburg. Bach's first permanent positions were as organist in Arnstadt (1703-1707) and Muhlhausen (1707-1708). During these years, he performed, composed taught, and developed an interest in organ building. From 1708-1717 he was employed by Duke Wilhelm Ernst of Weimar, first as court organist, and after 1714, as concertmaster. During this period, he composed many of his best organ compositions; in his capacity as concertmaster, he was also expected to produce a cantata each month. In Weimar, Bach's style was influenced by his study of numerous Italian compositions (especially Vivaldi concertos).

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Gordon Jones : Bach's Choral Music  - Unlocking the Masters Series, No. 20 : Book & 1 CD : 884088271169 : 1574671804 : 00332767

Gordon Jones : Bach's Choral Music - Unlocking the Masters Series, No. 20

J.S. Bach - A Listener's Guide to His Choral Music introduces the general listener to a genre of music that is mistakenly supposed to be "difficult." A vivid biographical sketch of Bach's life and times provides the necessary background. The book then takes on the question "What is a cantata?" and guides the listener systematically through fugue, recitative, and aria. The author chooses 30 of Bach's 200 church cantatas that are especially likely to be performed live, and explores them in detail. Studies of the two great oratorios, the "St John Passion" and the "St. Matthew Passion," follow, together with a detailed analysis of what Bach himself probably thought to be his finest work, the "Mass in B Minor." The book is accompanied by a 75-minute CD featuring complete tracks from five of the finest cantatas, as well as several tracks from the two Passions, the Mass, and "Magnifcat."

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5537b | Book & 1 CD | $22.95


Johan Sebastian Bach : J.S. Bach: Jesu, Priceless Treasure (Vocal Score) : Solo : Vocal Score : 888680053345 : 14017091

Johan Sebastian Bach : J.S. Bach: Jesu, Priceless Treasure (Vocal Score)

Jesu, Priceless Treasure is one of very few Bach motets which are in five parts. Of all of Bach's motets it is the longest, the most varied, and has the greatest emotional range. It is founded on the hymn Jesu, Meine Freude by Johannes Franck, and the melody which Bach has used as the main feature of this motet is the one set to Franck's hymn by Johann Cruger, and appeared first in his Praxis Pietatis Melica. The motet seems to have been written for the funeral of Frau Reese in 1723. This piece for SSATB voices can be sung unaccompanied or with the Piano Accompaniment provided in this edition.

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Voicing: Solo | 10409b | Vocal Score | $9.95 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : 3 Arias Without Words : Solo : Songbook : 888680634735 : 48023773

Johann Sebastian Bach : 3 Arias Without Words

In this version, Breuer places the well-known Agnus Dei from the 'Mass in B minor' right between two tenor arias (from the cantatas Ich bin ein guter Hirt BWV 85 and Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland BWV 61).

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Voicing: Solo | 10290b | Songbook | $16.95 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : Five Spiritual Songs : Solo : Songbook : 9780571504268 : 12-0571504264

Johann Sebastian Bach : Five Spiritual Songs

Titles: Consider Then, My Soul Unwary * Come, Celebrate This Morn * Dearest Lord Jesus * Come, Soothing Death * If Thou Art Near.

Songlist: Consider Then, My Soul Unwary, Come, Celebrate This Morn, Dearest Lord Jesus, Come, Soothing Death, If Thou Art Near

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Voicing: Solo | 10378b | Songbook | $15.95 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : The Complete Ave Maria : Solo : Songbook : 073999470239 : 0793511968 : 00747023

Johann Sebastian Bach : The Complete Ave Maria

A must for any accompanist, this book contains the celebrated Schubert Ave Maria as well as the Bach/Gounod Ave Maria. After a history of both versions, each is presented in three keys with a choice of piano or organ accompaniment. Solo piano and solo organ versions are also included. Sixteen versions of the classic in all.

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Voicing: Solo | 10405b | Songbook | $12.95 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : J.S. Bach: Magnificat In E Flat (Vocal Score) : Solo : Songbook : 884088469276 : 1847727859 : 14002941

Johann Sebastian Bach : J.S. Bach: Magnificat In E Flat (Vocal Score)

The original version of the popular J.S. Bach Magnificat in D, up a semitone. The same work with some slight differences in the familiar choral sections but more importantly, the addition of four Christmas 'lauds', here given in English translation by the Editor, Neil Jenkins, as well as the original German text.

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Voicing: Solo | 10406b | Songbook | $8.95 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : The Peasant Cantata : Solo : Songbook : 884088833077 : 14016396

Johann Sebastian Bach : The Peasant Cantata

The Peasant Cantata was written and performed in 1742 as an act of homage to Carl Heinrich Von Dieskau on his becoming 'Lord Of The Manor'. The libretto, supplied by Picander, deals with the rejoicing of villagers and their congratulations and good wishes to the new laird and his wife. Many folk melodies are introduced, and most of the numbers are based on merry country dance tunes.

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Voicing: Solo | 10408b | Songbook | $6.50 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion : SATB : Songbook : 884088424718 : 0853608024 : 14031168

Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion

Most of the English-speaking choral singers who make up their country's thriving choirs and choral societies will have sung Bach's great Passions in English at some time or other. This edition is in both English and German, giving the individual choir the option of which language to perform in. This book contains a preface by the editor, Neil Jenkins, and a suggested 'on the day' rehearsal schedule by Sir David Willcocks. St. Matthew Passion was written for solo voices, ripieno choir, 2 SATB choirs and 2 orchestras. The vocal score contains all voice parts and a piano accompaniment.

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Voicing: SATB | 10411b | Songbook | $19.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Seven Great Sacred Cantatas : Solo : Songbook : 9780486249506 : 06-249506

Johann Sebastian Bach : Seven Great Sacred Cantatas

Lovers of Bach cantatas will welcome this handsome treasury comprising 7 of Bach's most frequently performed sacred cantatas. Reproduced from the Bach-Gesellschaft edition. Includes complete German texts with new English translations by Stanley Appelbaum. 256 pgs.

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Voicing: Solo | 10479b | Songbook | $17.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Mass in B Minor : Solo : Songbook : 9780486259925 : 06-259927

Johann Sebastian Bach : Mass in B Minor

This edition will provide a lifetime of enjoyment of what is considered Bach's crowning achievement in sacred music. This superb full-score edition is an accurate reprint of the authoritative Bach-Gesellschaft edition on quality paper and sturdily bound.

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Voicing: Solo | 10480b | Songbook | $22.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion : Solo : Songbook : 9780486262574 : 06-26257X

Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion

A finely produced, full score edition of one of the most performed and recorded of Bach's major works. Long considered the most noble treatment of the story of the crucification of Christ, Bach set the text using a large ensemble of two choruses, soloists, and two orchestras.

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Voicing: Solo | 10481b | Songbook | $26.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Christmas Oratorio : Solo : Songbook : 9780486272306 : 06-272303

Johann Sebastian Bach : Christmas Oratorio

Originally published by Breitkopf and Härtel, Leipzig, 1856. Lists of instruments. 272pp.

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Voicing: Solo | 10483b | Songbook | $24.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : St. John Passion : Solo : Songbook : 9780486277554 : 06-277550

Johann Sebastian Bach : St. John Passion

Full score edition. Breitkopf & Hartel. 160 pages.

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Voicing: Solo | 10485b | Songbook | $15.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Magnificat in D and the Six Motets : Solo : Songbook : 9780486288048 : 06-288048

Johann Sebastian Bach : Magnificat in D and the Six Motets

One of the most performed masterworks of devotional music, with all the Bach motets: "Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied," "Der Geist hilft unsrer Schwachheit auf," "Jesu, meine Freude," "Furchte dich nicht, ich bin bei dir," "Komm, Jesu, komm" and "Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden." All reprinted from the authoritative Bach-Gesellschaft Edition published by Breitkopf & Härtel, Leipzig.

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Voicing: Solo | 10486b | Songbook | $19.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Mass in B Minor : Solo : Songbook : 9780486404172 : 06-40417X

Johann Sebastian Bach : Mass in B Minor

Bach labored on this powerful statement of Christian faith for more than two decades. Scored for five solo voices, chorus, orchestra, and continuo, it represents the crowning achievement of the composer's works in sacred music. This affordable full score in miniature is a reprint of an authoritative edition.

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Voicing: Solo | 10487b | Songbook | $14.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion : Solo : Songbook : 9780486406350 : 06-406350

Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion

Great choral masterpiece, long considered the noblest, most inspired musical treatment of the crucifixion of Christ, remains an immensely popular, oft-recorded work. Scored for a vast ensemble of double chorus, soloists, double orchestra, and two organs, the score appears here with bar-numbered movements and ample margins at the bottom of each page for notes and analysis. Ideal for study in the classroom, at home, or in the concert hall.

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Voicing: Solo | 10488b | Songbook | $14.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantatas Nos. 209 : Solo : Miniature Score : 029156151756  : 00-K00864

Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantatas Nos. 209

A collection of cantatas, composed by Johann Sebastian Bach.

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Voicing: Solo | 10636b | Miniature Score | $14.95 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : Soprano Arias from Church Cantatas, Volume I (Sacred) : Solo : Songbook : 029156039597  : 00-K06072

Johann Sebastian Bach : Soprano Arias from Church Cantatas, Volume I (Sacred)

Titles: Auch mit gedämpften, schwachen Stimmen * Die Armen will der Herr umarmen * Es halt es mit der blinden Welt * Gerechter Gott, ach, rechnest du? * Gott versorget alles leben * Höchster was ich habe * Hört ihr augen auf zu weinen * Ich bin vergnügt in meinem leiden * Ich ende behende mein irdisches leben * Ich nehme mein leiden mit freuden auf mich * Ich will auf den herren schaun * Seufzer tränen kummer not.

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Voicing: Solo | 10640b | Songbook | $22.95 | Voice and Piano


Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 80: A Stronghold Sure : SATB : Songbook : 073999237405 : 50323740

Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 80: A Stronghold Sure

English Only.

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Voicing: SATB | 10874b | Songbook | $5.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Mass in B Minor : SATB : Songbook : 073999239102 : 1495075435 : 50323910

Johann Sebastian Bach : Mass in B Minor

Latin Only.

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Voicing: SATB | 10877b | Songbook | $14.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion : SATB : Songbook : 073999132502 : 1458488438 : 50324150

Johann Sebastian Bach : St. Matthew Passion

Eng. Translated by Nicholl.

Songlist: Come, ye daughters (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Ah, dearest Jesu (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Not upon the feast (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), To what purpose (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Grief and pain (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Bleed and break (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Where wilt thou (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), 'Tis I, my sin (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Ich Will Dir Mein Herze Schenken (Lord, To Thee My Heart Is Given), Remember me, my Saviour (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), I'll stand here close (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Ah, woe! (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), I would be with my Jesus (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Gladly will I take (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), What God hath willed (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Alas, my Jesus (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), O man, bewail (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Ah! now is my Jesus gone (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), So has the world (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Be still (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Who was it so did strike (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Thy mercy, Lord (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Have I Also From Thee (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Give me back my Jesus (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Entrust thy ways (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Now upon that feast (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), What wonders rare (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), For love now is my Saviour (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), Is my weeping (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), O Head so sorely (Bach-St.Matthew Passion), and more

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Voicing: SATB | 10885b | Songbook | $16.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : St. John Passion : SATB : Songbook : 073999938203 : 1540043800 : 50324480

Johann Sebastian Bach : St. John Passion

German/English.

Songlist: Lord, Thou Our Master (Bach-Passion of St.John), Jesus of Nazareth (Bach-Passion of St.John), O Wondrous Love, Thy will, O Lord (Bach-Passion of St.John), From the tangle (Bach-Passion of St.John), Ich Folge Dir Gleichfalls (I Follow Thee), Who was it dared (Bach-Passion of St.John), Art thou not one (Bach-Passion of St.John), O my soul (Bach-Passion of St.John), Peter,While his conscience(Bach-Passion of St.John), Christ, through whom (Bach-Passion of St.John), If this man were not (Bach-Passion of St.John), For us all killing (Bach-Passion of St.John), O mighty King (Bach-Passion of St.John), Not, this man (Bach-Passion of St.John), Behold then (Bach-Passion of St.John), Lo, we hail Thee (Bach-Passion of St.John), Crucify, off with him (Bach-Passion of St.John), We have a sacred law (Bach-Passion of St.John), Our freedom, Son of God (Bach-Passion of St.John), If thou let this man go (Bach-Passion of St.John), Away with him (Bach-Passion of St.John), We have no king (Bach-Passion of St.John), Write thou not (Bach-Passion of St.John), In my heart's inmost (Bach-Passion of St.John), Let us then not cut (Bach-Passion of St.John), He of everything took (Bach-Passion of St.John), It is fulfilled (Bach-Passion of St.John), O Thou my Saviour (Bach-Passion of St.John), My heart! see (Bach-Passion of St.John), and more

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Voicing: SATB | 10888b | Songbook | $14.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Magnificat : SSATB : Songbook : 073999492705 : 50324530

Johann Sebastian Bach : Magnificat

Latin/English.

Songlist: My soul doth magnify (Bach-Magnificat), And my spirit hath (Bach-Magnificat), For He hath regarded (Bach-Magnificat), For behold, all generations (Bach-Magnificat), For He that is mighty (Bach-Magnificat), And His mercy (Bach-Magnificat), The Lord hath showed (Bach-Magnificat), He hath put down (Bach-Magnificat), He hath filled (Bach-Magnificat), His servant, Israel (Bach-Magnificat), Even as He promised (Bach-Magnificat), Glory to the Father (Bach-Magnificat)

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Voicing: SSATB | 10889b | Songbook | $6.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 4: Christ lag in Todesbanden : SATB : Songbook : 073999409604 : 50324540

Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 4: Christ lag in Todesbanden

German/English.

Songlist: O Death, None Could Lay Thee Low (Bach), Jesus Christ, Our God's Own (Bach), It Was A Wonderful Aray (Bach), For Us The Easter Lamb (Bach), So Let Us Keep This Holy Feast (Bach), We Celebrate This Holy Feast (Bach), Christ Lay In The Bonds Of Death, BWV 4

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Voicing: SATB | 10890b | Songbook | $6.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 140: Wachet auf : SATB : Songbook : 073999656985 : 50324550

Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 140: Wachet auf

German/English.

Songlist: Wann Kommst (Come Quickly) Bach, Zion Hort (Zion Hears) Bach, Mein Freund (Thy Love Is Mine) Bach, Gloria Sei Dir (Sing All) Bach, Sleepers, Awake, BWV 140 (Wachet Auf)

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Voicing: SATB | 10891b | Songbook | $6.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Jesu, meine Freude : SSATB : Songbook : 884088145477 : 50500030

Johann Sebastian Bach : Jesu, meine Freude

English Only.

Songlist: So There Is Now (Bach), Thus Then, The Law (Bach), Death, I Do Not Fear (Bach), Ye Are Not In The Flesh (Bach), Hence With Earthly (Bach), If, Therefore, Christ (Bach), Fare Thee Well (Bach), If By His Love (Bach), Jesus,Priceless Treasure (Bach)

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Voicing: SSATB | 10924b | Songbook | $5.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 106: God's Time is the Best Time : SATB : Songbook : 073999000405 : 0793549086 : 50500040

Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantata No. 106: God's Time is the Best Time

English Only.

Songlist: God's Own Time (Bach), O Lord, Incline Us To Consider (Bach), Set In Order (Bach), It Is The Old Decree (Bach), Into Thy Hands (Bach), Thou Shalt Be With Me (Bach), All Glory, Praise And Majesty (Bach)

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Voicing: SATB | 10925b | Songbook | $6.95


Johann Sebastian Bach : St. John Passion : SATB : Songbook : 884088425371 : 0853609594 : 14031167

Johann Sebastian Bach : St. John Passion

The vocal score to J.S. Bach's St. John Passion BWV 245, as edited in a new English version by Neil Jenkins. With English and German text and an introduction in English, German and French.

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Voicing: SATB | 11071b | Songbook | $19.95


John Leavitt : 30 More Bach Chorales for Sight-Singing and Performance : SATB : Songbook : 884088241087 : 08748809

John Leavitt : 30 More Bach Chorales for Sight-Singing and Performance

As a follow-up to his popular 31 Bach Chorales for Sight-Singing and Performance, here is a collection of 30 more! Each chorale includes English and German texts along with pedagogical suggestions to help your singers build skills and develop musical literacy. A great tool for school, church and community groups. For chorale titles, click on songlist.

Songlist: O Wondrous Love, All Glory Be To God On High, 'Come, Follow Me,' The Savior Spake, Lord Jesus Christ, Be Present Now, How Bright Appears The Morning Star, Praise To The Lord, The Almighty, Abide, O Dearest Jesus, Awaken, Lord, Our Spirit, Draw Us To Thee, For The Baptist's Voice Is Crying, Good Christian Friends Rejoice, He Brings The Year Of Jubilee, If Thou But Suffer God To Guide Thee, In Peace And Joy I Now Depart, Jesus Christ My Sure Defense, Jesus I Will Never Leave, Jesus, Who Didst Ever Guide Me, Lord, Keep Us Steadfast In Your Word, Now Pray We To God The Holy Ghost, O Lamb Of God, Pure And Holy, Our Father, Thou In Heav'n Above, Rise, My Soul To Watch And Pray, Salvation Unto Us Has Come, Savior Of The Nations, Come, What Is The World To Me?, Whate'er May Vex Or Grieve Thee, Where'er I Go, What'ever My Task, Lord Jesus Christ, My Life, My Light, Once I Loved From Thee To Wander, Wake, Awake, For Night Is Flying

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Voicing: SATB | 4248b | Songbook | $4.95


John Leavitt : 31 Bach Chorales for Sight-Singing and Performance : SATB : Songbook : 073999432367 : 1423464346 : 08743236

John Leavitt : 31 Bach Chorales for Sight-Singing and Performance

John Leavitt has selected and edited 31 Bach chorales for choirs to sight-read and perform. Each chorale includes English and German texts along with historical background and pedagogical suggestions to help your singers build skills and develop musical literacy. This collection of accessible masterworks is a great tool for school, church and community groups!

Songlist: A Mighty Forest Is Our God, Ah! Dearest Jesus, Holy Child, Alas, Dear Lord, All Darkness Flies Before Thy Face, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!, Awake Us Lord We Pray To Thee, Beside Thy Cradle Here I Stand, Break Forth O Beauteous Heavenly Light Eternity Tremndous Word, From Depths Of Woe I Cry To Thee , From Saba Came The Kings From Afar, How Shall I Fitly Meet Thee, Jesus Bread Of Life From Heaven, Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring, Jesus Priceless Treasure, Lord Jesu Blessed Prince Of Peace, Now Thank We All Our God, O Sacred Head Now Wounded, Praise To God, Preserve Thy Faith From Error Free, Rejoice And Sing, The Day Hath Dawned the Day of Days, The Lord Hath Dawned All These Wonders Wrought, The Sorrow Thou Art Bearing, The Will Of God Be Always Done, Thee With Tender Care I'll Cherish, Then Let Us Feast, This Proud Heart Within Us Swelling, Today He Opens Us The Door, What God Does Ever Well Is Done, Within Yon Gloomy Manger Lies

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Voicing: SATB | 6432b | Songbook | $4.95 | A Cappella


Walter E. Buszin : 101 Chorales Harmonized by Johann Sebastian Bach : SATB : Songbook : 029156148923  : 00-SCHBK09065

Walter E. Buszin : 101 Chorales Harmonized by Johann Sebastian Bach

A choral worship collection for SATB voicing, composed by Johann Sebastian Bach, compiled and edited by Walter E. Buszin.

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Voicing: SATB | 40827b | Songbook | $13.95


Ward Swingle : Johann Sebastian Bach Vol 1 : Mixed 5-8 Parts : Sheet Music Collection : VJ1299

Ward Swingle : Johann Sebastian Bach Vol 1

"Gigue (Suite in C Major)" is a movement from one of Bach's unaccompanied Cello sonatas, arranged here for tenor and bass. It has a fast 3/4 jazz feeling, with some tricky dove-tailing between the voices, the object being to make it sound like on instrument. The Swingle Singers have often used this "Organ Fugue BMV 578" as a concert opener. The challenge in singing without a rhythm section is to make the piece swing without the help of the instruments.The "Bourree" has probably been the most widely performed of all Ward Swingle arrangements. This is an a cappella version using three different styles: child-like "la-la-la's," gently swinging "oo" sounds and rather brassy "ah" sounds.

Songlist: Organ Fugue, Bourree, Gigue, Gavotte

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Voicing: Mixed 5-8 Parts | Performed by The Swingle Singers | 9047b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.50 | A Cappella


Ward Swingle : Johann Sebastian Bach Vol II : SATB : Sheet Music Collection

Ward Swingle : Johann Sebastian Bach Vol II

These various Bach tunes are some of the finest of Ward Swingle's arrangements. The rich flowing harmonies, and clever voice leading provide a nice challenge for an intermediate jazz choir. A must have in your Ward Swingle Collection!

Songlist: Fugue in D Minor (Art of the Fugue), Aria Suite in D Major, Largo, Prelude No. 22

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Voicing: SATB | Performed by The Swingle Singers | 9710b | Sheet Music Collection | $9.95 | A Cappella


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Alleluia on a Theme by Bach (BWV 243) : SAB : Russell Robinson : Sheet Music Collection : 00390323 : 196288027874

Russell Robinson : Alleluia on a Theme by Bach (BWV 243)new

One of the most famous melodies from Bach's Magnificat is given a familiar refrain courtesy of past FMEA chair Russell Robinson. A beautiful melody has now become more accessible and serves as a gateway into the rest of Bach's extraordinary literature.

Arranger: Russell Robinson

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | A Cappella |
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| 00390323 | Digital Version Available
Other Voicings: SSA, SSA


A Bach Alleluia : SATB : Donald Moore : Sheet Music : 00-22926 : 038081221090

Donald Moore : A Bach Alleluia

A new classic from Donald Moore: a skillfully arranged version of the famous Bach/Gounod "Ave Maria." Your choir will sound impressive singing these lyric lines and rich harmonies set to an "Alleluia" text with a flowing piano accompaniment. Sensitive dynamics rise and fall in every stunning phrase of this must-have work for your choral library.

Arranger: Donald Moore

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | With Piano
Other Voicings: SAB


Air and Alleluia : SATB : Tom Fettke : Sheet Music : 15-3127H : 9781429137911

Tom Fettke : Air and Alleluia

Gentle "alleluias" serve as the text for this setting's superb choral writing and artful accompaniment. The work exudes an air of peacefulness and quiet devotion that is equally effective for school or church use.

Arranger: Tom Fettke

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.95 | With Piano |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 15-3127H
Other Voicings: SAB


All Men Shall Honor Thee, Hallelujah : SSATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 312-41510 : 680160048854

Johann Sebastian Bach : All Men Shall Honor Thee, Hallelujah

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Voicing: SSATB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
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| 312-41510


Ave Maria : SA : David Angerman : Sheet Music : 35028659 : 884088859282

David Angerman : Ave Maria

Uses: General, Wedding, Marian Festival, Memorial, Christmas, Concert Scripture: Luke 1:28; Luke 1:42 A true classic, this treasured masterwork is carefully arranged for S(S)A voices with a sensitivity to usability for the growing treble choir. The Ave Maria is the oldest and perhaps most popular of Catholic prayers. Many churches will make this a standard and with its lovely Latin text, schools can utilize it as a concert piece and teaching opportunity. Duration: ca. 2:47.

Arranger: David Angerman

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Voicing: SA | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
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| 35028659 | Digital Version Available


Awake, You Sleeping Earth : 2-Part : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : CH-1194

Johann Sebastian Bach : Awake, You Sleeping Earth

From Cantata 129. This animated piece is the fifth movement from Cantata 129 for Trinity Sunday and uses its accompaniment to support and contrast the sustained choral parts. Included in this set are parts for optional C and B-flat solo instruments which may be used separately (i.e., two B-flat trumpets or clarinets) or in combination with each other (i.e., C flute with a B-flat clarinet). Optional C and B-flat instrumental parts included with the score.

Duration: 3:00

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
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| CH-1194


Because All Men Are Brothers : SATB : Robert DeCormier : Sheet Music : 00-45586 : 038081513256

Robert DeCormier : Because All Men Are Brothers

Originally released in the 1940s, this strong message of justice and unity continues to speak to the hearts and minds of those who hear it. Recorded by a variety of artists including The Weavers, and Peter, Paul, and Mary, this arrangement includes an additional verse written by Pete Seeger.

Arranger: Robert DeCormier

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.90 | A Cappella |
(Minimum order 4 copies)
| 00-45586


Cantate! Sing Alleluia! : 2-Part : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 00-45423 : 038081511634

Johann Sebastian Bach : Cantate! Sing Alleluia!

Tuneful legato lines, an original text featuring both Latin and English words, and music from master composer J. S. Bach combine to form a lovely piece for treble choirs. Contrasting melodies pair at the end to form a partner song. Add the optional trumpet part for a joyful concert or festival feature!

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.90 | With Piano |
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| 00-45423


Chorales for Holy Communion : SATB : Paul T. Sjolund : Sheet Music : WW1080

Paul T. Sjolund : Chorales for Holy Communion

Arranger: Paul T. Sjolund

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.45 | Organ |
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| WW1080


Cold and Fugue Season : 2-Part : Ellen Foncannon : Sheet Music : 08301350 : 739990135040

Ellen Foncannon : Cold and Fugue Season

This is hilarious! Ellen Foncannon has created a clever parody on Bach's famous Fugue in G Minor that will have your audience in stitches! Your students will have a blast singing such funny words with such serious Baroque music, which has been simplified for young voices. From the first note to the resounding A-Choo! at the end, this uproariously funny novelty is sure to be a big hit in your concert! Available: SATB, SSAA, TTBB, 2-Part, 3-Part.

Arranger: Ellen Foncannon

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
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| 08301350
Other Voicings: 3 Part, SATB


Comfort, Comfort, O My People : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : GIA3112 : 785147311201

Johann Sebastian Bach : Comfort, Comfort, O My People

Unison or SATB with Continuo.

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| GIA3112


Den Tod Niemand zwingen kunnt' : SA : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 50600492 : 888680605124 : 1495058654

Johann Sebastian Bach : Den Tod Niemand zwingen kunnt'

The second movement from Bach's Cantata No. 4, Christ Lag in Todesbanden, is a wonderful example of Baroque call-and-response and will provide both a learning experience and a musical highlight for treble singers of all ages.

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Easter Oratorio -- Now Come Let Us Hasten (BWV 249) : SATB divisi : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 00-K06016 : 029156032048

Johann Sebastian Bach : Easter Oratorio -- Now Come Let Us Hasten (BWV 249)

Expertly arranged Choral for SATB with SATB Soli by Johann Sebastian Bach from the Kalmus Edition series. This Easter or Spring Season Choral is from the Baroque era.

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Voicing: SATB divisi | Sheet Music | $9.95 | With Piano |
00-K06016


Et exultavit spiritus meus : Unison : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 00255610 : 888680722807

Johann Sebastian Bach : Et exultavit spiritus meus

Here is the second movement from JS Bach's beautiful Magnificat. This music soars and lies beautifully in the voice. With only eight Latin words making up the text, rehearsal time can be dedicated to vowel uniformity, breath, phrasing and discovering Baroque style.

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Voicing: Unison | Sheet Music | $2.10 |
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| 00255610


Et Incarnatus Est (He Was Incarnate) (from B Minor Mass) : SSATB : Geoffrey Mason : Sheet Music : W6009

Geoffrey Mason : Et Incarnatus Est (He Was Incarnate) (from B Minor Mass)

Arranger: Geoffrey Mason

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Voicing: SSATB | Sheet Music | $1.75 |
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| W6009


Four Christmas Chorales : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : GIA1570 : 785147157007

Johann Sebastian Bach : Four Christmas Chorales

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| GIA1570


How Brightly Shines the Morning Star : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Philipp Nicolai : Sheet Music : GIA6601 : 785147660101

Johann Sebastian Bach : How Brightly Shines the Morning Star

A fresh, new edition of this beloved chorale from Cantata 172. SATB voices with violin or flute. Includes both German and English texts.

Composer: Philipp Nicolai

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $1.50 | A Cappella |
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| GIA6601


If by His Spirit (from "Jesu, Priceless Treasure") : SSATB : Geoffrey Mason : Sheet Music : WW1195

Geoffrey Mason : If by His Spirit (from "Jesu, Priceless Treasure")

Arranger: Geoffrey Mason

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Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring : 3-Part Mixed : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 40310010 : 073999436891

Johann Sebastian Bach : Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring

(Emerson) 3-Part Mixed

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Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : GIA3470 : 785147347002

Johann Sebastian Bach : Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring

Parts for trumpet, oboe or violin I, violin II, viola, cello or double bass,Êand keyboard.Ê This edition provides optional accompaniments. The primary keyboard part present in the choral edition can be joined by the second keyboard part included in the instrument edition, and/or byÊvarious collections of one or all of the instrument parts. Please findÊthe edition notes viewable in the preview.

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.20 | Keyboard |
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| GIA3470


Jubilate! Alleluia! : 2-Part : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 00-35850 : 038081400464

Johann Sebastian Bach : Jubilate! Alleluia!

This majestic Bach choral is presented in an educational partner-song format, features a mostly English text, and requires little more than a one octave vocal range. Visit alfred.com/choralparts to download a free trumpet part. Featured on PianoTrax 3 Accompaniment CD (00-34744).

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $1.80 | With Piano |
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| 00-35850


Largo : 2-Part : Donald E. Bartle : Sheet Music : 08763597 : 728215023415

Donald E. Bartle : Largo

For a more advanced children's choir, this piece, is most appropriate as a processional before a concert. It would also be effective if choreographed with members of the choir being actively involved, or with dancers. The choir must strive for simplicity, serenity and a pure singing legato line at all times. - Jean Ashworth Bartle

Arranger: Donald E. Bartle

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| 08763597


Let Songs of Praises Fill the Sky : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Bartholomaeus Gesius : Sheet Music : GIA3003 : 785147300304

Johann Sebastian Bach : Let Songs of Praises Fill the Sky

Unison or SATB. Violin, Cello and Continuo.

Composer: Bartholomaeus Gesius

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.20 | Organ |
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| GIA3003


Magnificat (BWV 243) : SAATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 00-K06003 : 029156120134

Johann Sebastian Bach : Magnificat (BWV 243)

In Leipzig, in 1723, Bach composed an initial version of the "Magnificat" in E-flat Major for Christmas Vespers that year, with added Latin text related to Christmas. And then in 1733, Bach composed a version without the interpolated texts, and transposed it to D Major, for the Marian Feast of the Visitation. This choral score is of the newer D Major version, in English and Latin texts, with piano accompaniment, 66 pages.

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00-K06003


Mass in B Minor (BWV 232) : SAATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 00-K06004 : 029156220070

Johann Sebastian Bach : Mass in B Minor (BWV 232)

A Choral Worship Cantata in SAATB with SSATB Soli voicing, composed by Johann Sebastian Bach.

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00-K06004


Now Thank We All Our God : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 312-41338 : 680160047239

Johann Sebastian Bach : Now Thank We All Our God

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| 312-41338


O, My Savior : Unison : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : GIA2354

Johann Sebastian Bach : O, My Savior

The Lenten season is a busy time for your choir, and this unison setting of a movement from Bach's Cantata No. 180 is the perfect solution for preparing beautiful music with minimal rehearsal time.

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Voicing: Unison | Sheet Music | $1.30 | Keyboard |
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| GIA2354


Praise to You and Adoration : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Daniel Vetter : Sheet Music : GIA3004

Johann Sebastian Bach : Praise to You and Adoration

Composer: Daniel Vetter

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.00 | Keyboard |
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| GIA3004


Prepare to Receive Him : 2-Part : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : GIA3348

Johann Sebastian Bach : Prepare to Receive Him

Instruments can be used as an alternate to the keyboard accompaniment.

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Voicing: 2-Part | Sheet Music | $2.20 | Keyboard |
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| GIA3348


Stay Awake, the Day Is Coming : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : GIA9014 : 785147901402

Johann Sebastian Bach : Stay Awake, the Day Is Coming

Nearly every classically trained pastoral musician will recognize the tune by Philipp Nicolai and the harmonization of J. S. Bach. Lynn Trapp here offers the assembly a way to join in this venerable Advent hymn by providing them an appropriate (and familiar sounding) refrain to slip in between the major phrases of the hymn. The verses are sung by cantor or choir or both.

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.20 | Reduction |
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| GIA9014


Still a Bach Christmas : SAB : Jay Althouse : Sheet Music : 00-11616 : 038081118499

Jay Althouse : Still a Bach Christmas

A well-crafted choral work incorporating Bach's famous "Air" from orchestral Suite in D, the best loved carol, "Still, Still, Still," and just a touch of "O Holy Night." A simple adaptation of Bach's keyboard harmonies is used throughout as the piano accompaniment. Sensitive and enchating. New text by the arranger. Could become a holiday classic!

Arranger: Jay Althouse

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Voicing: SAB | Sheet Music | $2.25 |
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| 00-11616
Other Voicings: SATB, 2-Part


To Thee We Turn : TTBB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : 312-40090 : 680160042340

Johann Sebastian Bach : To Thee We Turn

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Voicing: TTBB | Sheet Music | $2.15 | A Cappella |
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| 312-40090


Vocal Prelude in C Major : SATB : Johann Sebastian Bach : Sheet Music : CM9227 : 798408083458

Johann Sebastian Bach : Vocal Prelude in C Major

Take one part Bach and one part Glee, mix them together and you have Greg Gilpin's vocal realization based on the Prelude in C Major from Bach's Well-tempered Clavier. Outstanding selection for your ensemble at any time!

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.50 |
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| CM9227


Zion Hears the Watchmen Singing : SATB : John Leavitt : Sheet Music : GIA3801 : 785147380108

John Leavitt : Zion Hears the Watchmen Singing

Cello or bassoon.Ê

Arranger: John Leavitt

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Voicing: SATB | Sheet Music | $2.40 | Keyboard |
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| GIA3801

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