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John Purifoy is an ASCAP composer and arranger with various published choral anthems and works recorded by Carol Lawrence, Anita Kerr, the Chicago Master Chorale and other artists.
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With words by Oliver Wendell Holmes, commissioned for the National Peace Jubilee held in Boston in 1869, and original, uplifting music, this work speaks to a nation's desire for healing and reconciliation. Though alluding to Christmas in the final stanza, the work is excellent for ecumenical, patriotic and community performances.
Composer: John Purifoy
With words by Oliver Wendell Holmes, commissioned for the National Peace Jubilee held in Boston in 1869, and original, uplifting music, this work speaks to a nation's desire for healing and reconciliation. Though alluding to Christmas in the final stanza, the work is excellent for ecumenical, patriotic and community performances.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
The delicate nuance of the Chopin-esque accompaniment provides the perfect support to the expressive melodic phrases in this lovely work with text by the American poet Nathaniel Hawthorne. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Composer: John Purifoy
The delicate nuance of the Chopin-esque accompaniment provides the perfect support to the expressive melodic phrases in this lovely work with text by the American poet Nathaniel Hawthorne. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
Opening with swirling, undulating accompaniment and minor harmonies, this setting of Shakespeare's famous text from As You Like It then moves to a festive major key with the Heigh, ho, the holly section. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:15.
Composer: John Purifoy
This buoyant sacred work will be an excellent and accessible work for contest, festival and sacred concert performance, with a rhythmic and lively refrain contrasted with a somewhat more lyrical section.
Composer: John Purifoy
This buoyant sacred work will be an excellent and accessible work for contest, festival and sacred concert performance, with a rhythmic and lively refrain contrasted with a somewhat more lyrical section.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
This original work with text from a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier creates a sense of awe as we visualize a flower in the midst of the frozen landscape of winter. Singers will be challenged to shape phrases artfully and blend chords for a rich concert expression.
Composer: John Purifoy
This original work with text from a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier creates a sense of awe as we visualize a flower in the midst of the frozen landscape of winter. Singers will be challenged to shape phrases artfully and blend chords for a rich concert expression.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
A brilliant choral fanfare, this vibrant work resounds with rhythmic energy and joy. A marvelous opener for concert performances! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Composer: John Purifoy
A brilliant choral fanfare, this vibrant work resounds with rhythmic energy and joy. A marvelous opener for concert performances! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
This setting of a 17th century English poem proclaims the wonder of Christmas and the oneness of all things. While the opening two stanzas feature broad and expansive phrases over an arpeggiated accompaniment, the work's emotional core is found in the contrasting section: Welcome all wonders in one sight/Summer in winter, day in night before the final recapitulation of the opening strains. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:20.
Composer: John Purifoy
This setting of a 17th century English poem proclaims the wonder of Christmas and the oneness of all things. While the opening two stanzas feature broad and expansive phrases over an arpeggiated accompaniment, the work's emotional core is found in the contrasting section: Welcome all wonders in one sight/Summer in winter, day in night before the final recapitulation of the opening strains. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:20.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
Set in a flowing triple meter, this poetic setting based on a line from Shakespeare's Twelfth Night has a sweeping, dramatic quality that will enchant choirs from high school to community. Accessible and very singable! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Composer: John Purifoy
This original work reflects upon the famous rocky slopes and dramatic scenery of Scotland's Isle of Skye and the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie. With a folk-like quality and flute obbligato, this is an excellent selection to introduce a concert set of songs of the British Isles.
Composer: John Purifoy
This original work reflects upon the famous rocky slopes and dramatic scenery of Scotland's Isle of Skye and the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie. With a folk-like quality and flute obbligato, this is an excellent selection to introduce a concert set of songs of the British Isles.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
Traditional Latin lyrics combine with contemporary jazz harmonies and a very singable melody to produce an irresistible choral showcase for concert or pop choirs! Sure to be a singer and audience favorite! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Composer: John Purifoy
Traditional Latin lyrics combine with contemporary jazz harmonies and a very singable melody to produce an irresistible choral showcase for concert or pop choirs! Sure to be a singer and audience favorite! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
Spanish is truly the language of love! Singers from high school and up will embrace this smooth original Latin ballad with a text that expresses the deepest feelings of the heart: You are my inspiration, the owner of my heart. Available separately: SATB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:35.
Composer: John Purifoy
Simplicity and reverence mark this setting of the requiem, alternating with both Latin and English texts. Accessible to many choirs, this work establishes an atmosphere of gentle devotion and is appropriate for both concert and worship.
Composer: John Purifoy
Simplicity and reverence mark this setting of the requiem, alternating with both Latin and English texts. Accessible to many choirs, this work establishes an atmosphere of gentle devotion and is appropriate for both concert and worship.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
A sense of awe and mystery is depicted in the text and music of this original work as well as our unique connection to nature, the earth, the sun and the movement of the spheres. Although not specifically limited to the Winter Solstice, the mood of this piece gives it special appeal for winter and holiday programming. Available separately: SATB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:55.
Composer: John Purifoy
A sense of awe and mystery is depicted in the text and music of this original work as well as our unique connection to nature, the earth, the sun and the movement of the spheres. Although not specifically limited to the Winter Solstice, the mood of this piece gives it special appeal for winter and holiday programming. Available separately: SATB, SSA. Duration: ca. 2:55.
Arranger: John Purifoy | Composer: John Purifoy
This treasured 17th century text by Robert Herrick is set with an expressive melodic line over a flowing accompaniment and lush choral textures incorporating the full dynamic range. A wonderful addition to Christmas concerts or performances at any time of year! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Duration: ca. 3:30.
Composer: John Purifoy
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