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."

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.

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).

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Full score edition. Breitkopf & Hartel. 160 pages.

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.

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.

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.

A collection of cantatas, composed by Johann Sebastian Bach.

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.

English Only.

Latin Only.

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

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

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)

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

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)

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)

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)

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.

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

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

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

"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

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