Choral Music
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AGNUS DEI
(Lamb of God) from A Mass for Winter Solstice
$15
This piece was written in 1991 as part of a composite project involving several Alaskan composers and poets, and was premiered by the Fairbanks Choral Society. The style of the work (meaning the complete project) was to use the traditional Roman Catholic mass, with each movement assigned to a different Alaskan composer and with each movement containing a poem by an Alaskan poet! Words of the traditional Latin chant (Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis, dona eis pacem) are combined with "Absence Wild", a poem describing an Alaskan whiteout, written by Jerah Chadwick, who served on the faculty of University of Alaska in Unalaska and directed UA's rural program for the Aleutian Islands. The Agnus Dei is one of the movements which seems to lend itself well to being performed separately, without the other movements. The required musical forces are SATB choir, two soprano soloists, organ and tympani. Performance time: Approx. 10 minutes. 13 pages.
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BE
THOU STRONG
$25
This 2-part song was written for performance by LDS Seminary classes in
Fairbanks, Alaska. It was also First Place winner in the Song division of the
All-Church Writing Contest in 1996. Original words were written by Tamara Hann,
adapted from the Old Testament books of Deuteronomy and Joshua. Accompaniment is
written for piano. Vocal ranges are average except for pp. 4-5 where one of the
parts sings an obligato which is high; but the piece can also be sung in unison
if desired. PRICE: $15 (30-copy edition) $25 (100-copy edition). Performance time:
4-5 minutes.
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BE
YE TRUE SHEPHERDS
With words and music written by Ann Kapp Andersen, this is an SATB choral anthem with piano accompaniment. It is appropriate for a meeting on the theme of missionary work or the Savior's commandment to "Feed my sheep". PRICE: Free. Performance time: 4-5 minutes.
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This song was written for two Australian girls who were living for the school year in Fairbanks. It is an arrangement of a traditional Australian carol, and six different species of Australian birds are mentioned in the lyrics. It may be performed as a duet, or by a 2-part treble chorus. The original carol was in 6/8 time and had a lilting rhythm; I was enchanted by it and wanted to retain the "lilt", which is enhanced by the flute melody in the introduction and interludes at the end of each verse. To make the verses more cohesive and add to the anticipation between verses, each of the piano/flute interludes pulls the music 1/2 step higher; and on the last page of the carol the flute does a little trilling in imitation of the birds. Price: $15 for 30-Copy Edition; $25 for 100-Copy Edition.
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COME
CELEBRATE! (Feliz Navidad)
This piece was written for a special choral concert with an Hispanic theme, so there are occasional Spanish phrases used. The words are by Tamara Hann. It would be appropriate on any general Christmas concert, with or without a Spanish theme. The form of the piece is SATB with a unison children's part. The accompaniment is piano with optional percussion instruments. It is meant to fun and joyful, truly celebrating the birth of the Savior. PRICE: $15 (30-copy edition) $25 (100-copy edition) which includes all instruments. Performance time: 5 minutes.
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COME,
COME, YE SAINTS (arrangement)
Originally published with two other hymn arrangements in a book, this arrangement of a favorite LDS hymn is now offered singly. It has been performed at several LDS church conferences and would be appropriate for any church choir to perform any time of year. The ending is rather spectacular, which makes this a good choice for a large meeting or choral concert. The accompaniment is piano, but could be easily adapted to organ. The acappella section at the end of the piece can also have piano accompaniment if desired. PRICE: $15.00 for up to 30 copies and $25.00 for 100-Copy Edition. Performance time: 6 minutes.
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HIS PEACE
An anthem about the sweet peace we find when we accept the Savior into our lives. SATB with piano (or organ). Words are by Arliene Dunn. PRICE: $15 (30-Copy Edition) $25 (100-Copy edition). Performance time: 4-5 minutes.
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I
WANT TO WALK IN THE SAVIOR'S PATH
Another piece using two melodies against each other, this song was written for my grandson Colwyn's baptism, and won 1st place in the Children's Division of the All-Church Writing Contest in 2005. It has since been performed SA by church choirs and Relief Society choruses. Tamara Hann wrote the words. The song is simple but beautiful, and is appropriate for any religious occasion, sung by children and/or adults. Some of the words particularly speak of baptism, making it especially fitting for that type of service. PRICE: $15 (30-Copy Edition) $25 (100-copy edition). Performance time: 2-3 minutes.
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I
WILL DO AS THE SAVIOR DID
This two-melody song was written for my granddaughter Kylee's baptism. The words are by Tamara Hann. Very appropriate for any religious occasion, sung by children and/or adults. The words mention baptism, so the song is particularly appropriate for that type of meeting. PRICE: $15 (30 copy Edition) $25 (100-copy Edition). Performance time: 2-3 minutes.
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LORD,
KEEP ME CLOSE TO THEE
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LOVE
AT HOME (arrangement)
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MY
MASTER HATH A GARDEN (arrangement)
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SING GLORIA!
This Christmas choral piece was written in 1993 and premiered by University of Alaska Fairbanks' Choir of the North. Original lyrics were written by Tamara Hann, a great friend and frequent collaborator on many of my musical projects; text for the midsection of the piece was taken from the Book of Isaiah. The basic idea of the piece is to express great joy at the birth of the Savior. The "joy" motive is further represented by the bright key of the piece (A major), the lively tempo, and the 5/8 and 6/8 rhythms exchanged throughout the piece. The piano accompaniment (written for two accomplished pianists) is in four-hand form so that each part has its primary focus; the two bottom hands maintain the rhythmic pulse, and the two top hands add "commentary" in the form of short countermelodies. An orchestral score of the piece is also available. Vocal score with piano parts. (Orchestral score plus instrumental parts, $15.00 by email request) Performance time: Approx. 7 minutes. 15 pages.
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STAR
OF THE EAST (arrangement)
A Kentucky FolkHymn was the source of this piece, which is arranged for SATB choir with Children, Organ, Brass and Percussion. The arrangement was premiered by the Fairbanks Choral Society and Fairbanks Children's Choir and CHORUS! The traditional poetry is beautiful and descriptive, and the music begins soft but progresses in dynamics and key signature changes to add grandeur to the ending. PRICE: $15.00 for 30-copy edition and $25 for 100 Copy Edition, which includes all instrumental music. Performance time: 5-6 minutes.
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"WE'LL
BRING THE WORLD HIS TRUTH" (arrangement)
I arranged this favorite LDS youth song for a family to sing in two part (SA) harmony with piano for a missionary's farewell. The words and music were written by my very talented sister, Janice Kapp Perry. PRICE: $15 (30-Copy Edition) $25 (100-Copy Edition). Performance time: 5 minutes.
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