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Choral Arrangements from Spain
| Traditional and modern Spanish choral and folksongs arranged for harmony voices. |
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Aaron Copland : Las Agachadas - The Shake-down Song Based on melody No. 202 in Kurt Schindler's collection: "Folk Music and Poetry of Spain and Portugal." The chorus is to be divided into two groups: The main choral body, and a conrasting smaller "Solo group" of approximately 3 or 4 voices to a part. 
Javier Busto : SSAA Arrangements Vol. 1 The beautiful choral writing of Javier Busto speaks to the heart. His "Ave Maria" is one of the great works, which permits a choir to perform to the fullest, emotionally as well as technically. A fine choice for a festival program. Composed for the Tapiola Choir, the theme for "For The Peace", describes in its three sections how provocation and violence are turned into understanding and peace.The Lord Is My Shepherd is an equally brilliant setting of the 23rd Psalm. Magnificat is perfect for your Children's Choir Christmas program! Songlist: The Lord is My Shepherd, Bustapi (For The Peace), Ave Maria, Gratia Plena, Magnificat
Javier Busto : SSAA Arrangements Vol. 2 The popular latin text 'Laudate Dominum,' is brought to life in Javier Busto's brilliant setting. The graceful setting of 'Salve Regina' highlights the beauty of the female voice. For ambitious choirs, it would be an excellent concert or competition choice. The beautiful setting of 'Pupule Meus' will be enjoyed equally by the singers and audience alike! Songlist: Salve Regina, Laudate Dominum
Matthew Harris : Two Lorca Songs Two Lorca Songs are based on the first major work "Poema del Cante Jondo" (Poem of the Deep Song) of the famous Spanish poet Garcia Lorca. Las Seis Cuerdas was inspired by the poem's haunting melancholy. Sopranos and altos sing falling, weeping lines while underneath basses and tenors have wide guitar-like intervals. Crotalo, written for choral competition, is meant to display choral virtuosity. It is set as a flamenco: the percussive c's and t's from the repeated word "crotalo" make a rhythmical clicking like that of castanets. Songlist: Crotalo, Las Seis Cuerdas
Noah Greenberg : Three Spanish Christmas Carols of the Sixteenth Century Now available for the first time in a single publication, these are the popular editions of three Renaissance works Noah Greenberg prepared for New York Pro Musica. Perform them as a set or individually. Songlist: E la don don, Vegas Maria, Dadme albricias, hijos d'Eva, Riu Riu Chiu
Various Arrangers : Spanish Carols A fine collection of unaccompanied Spanish Christmas carols with both English and Spanish text along with a pronunciation guide. The Emily Crocker arrangements, as always, are delightful and are most rewarding in performance. The King's Singers arrangements of three traditional carols are a special treat and the Norman Luboff arrangement of "A La Nanita Nana" is from his Holiday hit album "Songs of Christmas". Rounding out the collection are three arrangements of sixteenth century carols from the New York Pro Musica series. Songlist: Three Spanish Carols, Three Spanish Carols, Pastores a Belen, Que Regalo? (What Shall I Bring?), Spanish Shepherds' Song, Over All The Land, E La Don Don Verges Maria, Riu, Riu, Chiu, Dadme albricias, hijos d'Eva, Riu, Riu, Chiu: El Lobo Rabioso, Adorar al Nino (Come Adore The Baby) |
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A lovely Spanish carol arranged by Norman Luboff for SSA choir. Effective vocal writing supported by a simple piano accompaniment. A classic addition to your Christmas program or service. Duration: Approx. 1:50 Ê
Arranger: Norman Luboff Performed By: The Norman Luboff Choir | Country: Spain
A new arrangement of a traditional Spanish carol, suited to developing voices. Features accompanying guitar and violins for an authentic Spanish sound. In Spanish.
Arranger: Dan Davison | Composer: Spanish Carol | Country: Spain
A charming setting of a traditional Spanish carol will provide a tender, lyrical moment in your concert. Very accessible, this work is an excellent selection for younger or developing choirs. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 2:20.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Country: Spain
This Sephardic wedding song, with rhythmic variety and lively melody, calls to mind gypsies and the Romantic Moorish flavour of Spain. It has a folk-like feel with drums, percussion, and hand-clapping adding to the flamenco flavour. The first line translates as 'Oh, the bridegroom wants no money'.
Arranger: Mack Wilberg | Country: Spain
Young singers will adore singing this Spanish carol and exploring tempo with all the wonderful musical opportunities it brings. With a piano and optional percussion accompaniment that reflects the sound of a donkey, syncopated vocals increase in tempo making a novel and wonderful multicultural selection for the holidays.
Arranger: Mark Burrows | Country: Spain
Three traditional Spanish carols from a variety of cultures are creatively combined in this setting. Perform it in Spanish, English, or a combination of both. Songs include: De Tierra Lejana Venimos (Puerto Rico); Oi Betlehem (Biscaya); Fum, Fum, Fum (Spain). Optional percussion. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: 3:20.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Country: Spain
"Cantar!" is a stylistically authentic salsa work for choir. The text is a combination of English and simple, repetitive Spanish phrases set to a rhythmically infectious melody. Enjoy this #1 seller! Sizzling!
Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Jay Althouse | Country: Spain
"Full of grace exceedingly..." nothing is as "Beautiful as she..." This buoyant Spanish love song includes words by Gil Vincente and extols the beauty of one beyond compare, asking sailor, soldier, and shepherd if they have ever seen such loveliness. Cantiga is sung a cappella, with the voices simulating the strumming of a guitar and providing percussive accompaniment to the melody. Great fun!
Composer: Gil Vincente | Country: Spain
Opening with a melancholy rubato introduction, this traditional Brazilian song then moves into a lively dance style that will invigorate your concert with rhythm and fun! In Portuguese, with pronunciation guide and translation, instructions for adding the dance and percussion.
Composer: Daisy Fragoso | Country: Spain
An original lullaby based on anonymous texts, Crióme Mi Madre tells a beautiful story in which the narrator remembers his mother singing to him and foretelling a wonderful future for him, one that did not necessarily come about. From Four Spanish Lullabies.
Arranger: Francisco J. Nunez | Composer: Francisco J. Nunez | Country: Spain
"Desperta Ferro!"---literally, "Rise, iron!" in medieval Catalan---was one of the battle cries employed by the fierce Almogvers as they struck the earth with their weapons, causing sparks to fly from the stones. Here, it becomes the main idea of a thrilling work for Tenor/Bass voices, piano, and optional percussion. Bravado and confidence surge with each additive cry of the powerful, newly composed text. Sure to spark a lifelong love of choral singing!
Composer: Christopher Fox | Country: Spain
The popular edition of the Renaissance work that Noah Greenberg prepared for New York Pro Musica.
Arranger: Noah Greenberg | Country: Spain
A traditional Spanish poem is set in non-traditional style with a slightly Americanized popular style for male voices and guitar or piano. The work allows a young men's chorus to develop vocal expression as they explore the very emotional feelings that young love evokes. Duration: 4:30.
Composer: Francisco J. Nunez | Country: Spain
Here is a delightful carol for your developing choirs from the Catalonian region of western Spain. Both Catalonian and an original English verse are included in this arrangement. An optional piccolo part makes this selection a must for your holiday concert!
Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller | Country: Spain
This charming and delicate Christmas number includes some Spanish phrases, and includes a pronunciation guide and translation in the publication. The perfect cross-cultural piece for your holiday concerts. Easy, straightforward choral writing for all ages with a simple piano accompaniment.
Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht | Composer: Sally K. Albrecht | Country: Spain
This charming and delicate Christmas number includes some Spanish phrases, and includes a pronunciation guide and translation in the publication. The perfect cross-cultural piece for your holiday concerts. Easy, straightforward choral writing for all ages with a simple piano accompaniment.
Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht | Composer: Sally K. Albrecht | Country: Spain
Here is the perfect arrangement for women's choirs looking for a very playful challenge. Accompanied by hand claps, this Spanish folk song culminates in a whirling ending! Sung in Spanish, with the English translation included in the music. Duration: ca. 4:00.
Arranger: Joni Jensen | Country: Spain
A whirling, twirling Andalusian dancer is vividly portrayed in this setting of a traditional Spanish folksong. Well-crafted vocal lines over a colorful piano accompaniment make this an excellent choice for developing choirs to show their flair! Spanish and English.
Arranger: Emily Crocker | Country: Spain
This energetic arrangement of the traditional Spanish folk song is infused with the characteristic dance rhythms of Andalusia. Easy-to-learn phrases in the original language roll off the tongue and alternate with some English text, painting a picture of the vibrant dance.
Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Country: Spain
Feel the joyful lilt of this traditional Spanish Christmas carol, rendered beautifully in the original language. This well-crafted arrangement offers solid choral scoring and a sturdy piano accompaniment for the festive nativity-themed text. A comprehensive translation/pronunciation guide is included, and optional percussion parts are available free online.
Arranger: Andy Beck | Country: Spain
Two short works by the well-known Basque composer evoke colorful images of the calm countryside and nature's beauty. With Spanish text and in a simple four-part setting, the music paints the impressionistic beauty. A timeless selection for high school and beyond. Duration: ca. 3:00 each.
Composer: Javier Busto | Country: Spain
Settings of four poems by Garcilaso de la Vega: 1. En Tanto Que De Rosa y Asucena (As Long As Colors of the Rose and Lily); 2. Si Para Refrenar Este Deseo Loco (As If to Hold Back This Crazy Desire); 3. Hermosas Ninfas Que, En El Rio Metidas (Beautiful Nymphs Who Are in the River); 4. Amor De Mi Alma (You Are the Lover of My Soul)
Composer: Z. Randall Stroope | Country: Spain
The Songs of the World Series has been perhaps the most popular series in the Pavane catalog. Fum, Fum, Fum, a Spanish Dance carol, is part of the series' Collection #6, which also includes the French carol, Angels We Have Heard on High, and the English carol, How Far Is It to Bethlehem? Tastefully arranged as always! For church, school or community youth choir. Available: 2-Part.
Arranger: Sara Glick | Country: Spain
Traditional Spanish carol highlights the night of Jesus' birth in joyful celebration! Light vocal style is highlighted by the placement of an "extra" quarter rest! Fresh! f
Arranger: Ed Lojeski | Country: Spain
A basic synopsis of the Spanish: let's celebrate the holiday by playing tambourines and rattles. This lively a cappella arrangement of the traditional Andalusian villancico offers downloadable percussion parts, as inspired by the text. Ruth Morris Gray's real-world teaching experience and seasoned writing skills are evident throughout, ensuring a smooth rehearsal process during the busiest time of year. A fun way to bring variety to holiday programs!
Arranger: Ruth Morris Gray | Country: Spain | TV/Movie: Avatar
Well known for her hugely popular pieces for children and youth choirs, Judith Herrington brings us Gatatumba. A Christmas villancico from Andalucia, the writing is smart and skillful and the words are simply fun to sing! Pronunciation guide and translation are provided.
Arranger: Judith Herrington | Country: Spain
From the first note of Vicki Tucker Courtney's La Fiesta Brava, you are drawn into the bullfight! The story of the bullfight is explored with the support of piano and trumpet accompaniment in this great selection for TB voices. Junior High School and above. 2:05
Composer: Vicki Tucker Courtney | Country: Spain
The Spanish folk tradition is a rich source of melodic and rhythmic expression. This energetic arrangement for mixed chorus with piano is successful in Spanish or English. Try it in your holiday choral concert. The exceptional accompaniment will highlight your fine pianist. Difficulty Level: Medium Adult.
Arranger: Thomas Cunningham | Country: Spain
Ken Berg has worked with his magic again, taking this nursery rhyme, popular all over the Spanish-speaking world, and arranged it for choir, piano and percussion. The words are about little chicks and their mother hen feeding them in the cycle of life. The percussion brings an authenticity to the sound and the multiple modulations are surprisingly placed to great effect and always fun.
Arranger: Ken Berg | Country: Spain
A great alternative for any festive Christmas celebration. This Spanish poem celebrates the wonder of the birth of Christ through the voices of farmyard animals, triumphant angels and exuberant shepherds. The three contrasting sections include a latino folk-style Gloria accompanied by drums and maracas and a simple hymn-like tune.
Composer: Francisco Nunez | Country: Spain
Nanita Lullaby is a simply stunning arrangement by Earlene Rentz of the familiar Spanish carol, where Nanita quietly sings as she rocks a baby to sleep. The slower tempo creates a quiet mood and allows the singers to achieve success with the Spanish language as well as with the harmonic and dynamic writing. Chord symbols are provided with the suggestion for a guitar accompaniment with or without the piano.
Arranger: Earlene Rentz | Country: Spain
This delightful Spanish folk song recounts the fun of a pleasant spring rain. Includes optional snapping and patschen to simulate the rainfall.Available separately: 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40.
Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller | Country: Spain
The poet writes that The loving heart begs his lover not to let his kisses die. If his kisses die, then too does their love. This same passion is captured in the four verses of music as the melody passes among voices. Wide dynamic ranges are required from the singers and awareness of where the melody is within the ensemble is critical.
Composer: Julio Pineda | Country: Spain
Share the rich culture of a Spanish Christmas with your students. Perform it in Spanish or English with piano, or add the optional percussion and guitar. Available: 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 1:40.
Arranger: Linda Spevacek | Country: Spain
Arranger: Goff Richards Performed By: King's Singers | Country: Spain
This charming set of Spanish folk carols will bring joy to every performance. Optional percussion adds sparkle. Available: SATB, 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Country: Spain
Take a special look at this set of two Christmas carols from the Catalan region of Spain, the home of Barcelona. Charming melodies and supportive accompaniments highlight both carols. Sing the original Catalan texts (pronunciation guide included) or the lovely English lyrics. Simple. Elegant. Fine choral writing.
Arranger: Jackie O'Neill | Country: Spain
Traditional Spanish
Composer: Shirley Whitecotton | Country: Spain
"Take a little singing, and a little dancing, add a little 'le-lo-la,' like the happy yellow bird." This sprightly Spanish folk song is reminiscent of a singing canary, and is a delight to perform! Lighthearted lyrics in both English and Spanish (with pronunciation guide) are included, and suggestions for an optional Latin percussion ensemble lead the way to a lively tango.
Composer: Traditional Spanish Folk Song | Country: Spain
This text by the 17th century Spanish poet, Felix Lope de Vega, is set for mixed chorus by Dave and Jean Perry in the traditional Spanish style with optional chords for guitar, and rhythm parts for maracas and claves. Rhythmic with optional solos within each section, this is a fun-to-learn and sing setting which your audience will delight in hearing. Voice leading is very comfortable and ranges are easily accessible. Available separately: SATB, SAB, StudioTrax A/P CD.
Composer: Jean Perry | Poetry By: Felix Lope de Vega | Country: Spain
This stylish arrangement of a traditional Spanish carol includes an effective optional English text and is a unique choice for men's, women's, and mixed ensembles. Skillfully incorporates rich choral harmonies and captivating rhythms with multicultural flavor. Distinctive repertoire for holiday programs.
Arranger: Bruce Trinkley | Country: Spain
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