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Michael Barrett is a Boston-based conductor, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and teacher. He serves as music director of The Boston Cecilia. Michael is also an Assistant Professor at the Berklee College of Music, where he teaches courses in conducting and European music history, and until recently served as Interim Director of the Five College Early Music Program. Michael has performed with many professional early music ensembles, including Blue Heron, the Boston Camerata, the Huelgas Ensemble, Vox Luminis, the Handel & Haydn Society, Nederlandse Bachvereniging (Netherlands Bach Society), Seven Times Salt, Schola Cantorum of Boston, and Nota Bene, and can be heard on the harmonia mundi, Blue Heron, Coro, and Toccata Classics record labels. He holds degrees in music (AB, Harvard University), voice (First Phase Diploma, Royal Conservatory in The Hague, The Netherlands), and choral conducting (MM, Indiana University; DMA, Boston University). Groups directed - Convivium Musicum |
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Michael Barrett : The Lord Is Risen Uses: Easter, Eastertide Scripture: Corinthians 15:19-20; Matthew 16:3-4; Romans 14:9 The glory of Easter is celebrated in the latest Williams/Barrett collaboration. Incorporating Jesus Christ Is Risen Today, this piece is a great opener for a traditional/transitional church as it incorporates both newly composed material and a classic hymn quote. The orchestration adds a wonderful exclamation point to this easily-prepared and highly-effective resurrection anthem. Powerful! Available separately: SATB, iPrint Full Orch CD-ROM, StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:13. Michael Barrett : Prepare Ye the Way Uses: Advent, Praise Team, Youth Choir Scripture: Isaiah 37:16, Psalm 89:12, Mark 1:3 Balancing traditional and modern musical aesthetics, this song coupling speaks with broad appeal and its message is timeless and appropriate for seasonal programming. Springing from Old Testament Scripture, this lilting pairing in 6/8 sweeps across the heart with a joyful tone. It is ideal for traditional and transitional churches. Delightful! Michael Barrett : You Shall Go Out in Joy Uses: General, Praise Team, Benediction Scripture: Isaiah 44:23; Isaiah 55:12 Unbounded energy and celebration characterize this contemporary choral. Full of rhythmic flair, this anthem is an engine of praise for both smaller ensembles and choirs that enjoy variety in their musical offerings. An idiomatic piano accompaniment helps propel this piece forward, while ample repetition makes learning the music easy. The optional solo moment can include some improvisation. An unforgettable service or program closer! Score and Parts (elec gtr/elec bass, dm, perc 1-2, tpt 1-2, asx, tbn) available as a digital download. Michael Barrett : Days of Elijah A bright new take on a modern worship classic, a perennial favorite is presented here with a world-music vibe. Immediately engaging, this choral acclamation is filled with gestures of joy and praise. Infused with a powerful urban gospel harmonic language and a primal rhythmic drive, this anthem is a contemporary tour de force. The song's power bridge builds to a crescendo of vibrant intensity celebrating our salvation and spiritual jubilee. An instant hit! Score and Parts (pic, cl, tpt, asx, tsx, bsx, perc 1-3, el pno, gtrs, fr b, dm, vn 1-2, vc, vc) available as a digital download. Michael Barrett : All Is Well Uses: Advent, Christmas Scripture: Luke 2 David Angerman and Michael Barrett have combined to provide a new Christmas cantata seeking to blend traditional carols with some contemporary Christian seasonal selections. Designed for choirs of any size, this quickly learned cantata includes songs by Michael W. Smith, Keith Getty, Amy Grant, Point of Grace, and others. The accompaniment tracks available are produced with a fresh folk sound making the work both current and comfortable to all types of audiences. Optional obbligato instruments give thoughtful directors choices for acoustic instrumental additions if desired. The simple narration reminds us of the comfort and joy we have in the miracle of grace. Titles include: Prepare Ye the Way, O Savior of Our Fallen Race, Promises of Isaiah, Breath of Heaven, Here I Am to Worship, One King, Light of the Stable, All Is Well. Available separately: SATB, Listening CD, Preview Pack, Orchestration CD-ROM (Score & parts for Flute 1&2, Oboe, Clarinet, Horn 1&2, Piano, Synth., Acoustic Guitar, E. Bass, Percussion 1&2, Harp, Violin 1&2, Viola, Cello), StudioTrax CD, Split-Trax CD, 10-Pack CDs, RehearsalTrax CDs. Duration: ca. 37:00. Other Voicings: Michael Barrett : Prepare the Way Starting with a musical quote from the beloved French carol NOËL NOUVELET and reimagining it as an Advent statement, this SAB octavo is a must-do for the season of light. The anthem gives way to a light jazz feel in minor and declares the important Isaiah prophecy so associated with Advent lectionary readings. The ranges are friendly to ensembles of any size. Thumbs up! Score and Parts (fl, cl, tpt, tbn, b, perc 1-2, syn) available as a digital download. |
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