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John Leavitt : Renaissance Men This collection is a fantastic resource for introducing the music of the Renaissance to the male ensemble. These five compositions are well-known and excellent representative works. Songlist: Adoramus Te, Ave Maria, Cantate Domino, Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming, O Vos Omnes 
Various Arrangers : Rennaissance Chorals For Men Sixteenth century composer Lodovico Viadana created the wonderful work "Exultate Justi" that is now a choral performance classic, performed regularly by choirs throughout the world. Earlene presents this new setting that will give either your men a chance to shine. The well-known song "Psallite" by Praetorius from the German Renaissance period has long been a part of our choral repertoire. Russell Robinson has created an easy-to-sing SATB setting as well as a three-part men's edition. A perfect way to present standard choral repertoire to your developing choirs. Songlist: Two Renaissance Chorals (Adoramus Te / Ave Maria), Exultate Justi, Psallite, Ave Maria
Various Arrangers : Rennaissance Chorals Arcadelt is known for his homophonic, tuneful settings. Provided with a new English text by the editor, the late Renaissance work "Come Join In Singing" is perfect for the emerging mixed ensemble. The boys' range is limited to five notes. Performed a cappella, with keyboard or with instruments, this work is ideal for concert, contest or festival. The easy-to-sing concert work "Sing Gloria!" is built on Billing's Wake Ev'ry Breath canon. It's an ideal concert opener that will be a welcome addition to every choral library. "Laudate Dominum" - Victoria, one of Spain's finest composers of the Renaissance, has been immortalized for his combination of melodic lines which weave beautiful tonal tapestries. This work, in our Easy Choral Masterworks series, is very short and accessible for young voices. Perfect for concert or contest. The most famous of all 15th Century Italian madrigals "Fa Una Canzona" is brought to life in this new Russell Robinson edition from our Developing SATB Repertoire series. Both English and Italian texts are included. Songlist: Come, Join in Singing, Sing Gloria!, Laudate Dominum, Fa Una Canzona, Two Renaissance Chorals
Various Arrangers : Early Music for Men's Voices This is a fine collection of unaccompanied music from some of the master's of the golden age of polyphony. Missa Ave Regina Coelorum (c.1464) is Dufay's crowning achievement and we know that Dufay requested that this Angus Dei be sung on his deathbed. Crucifixus was originally intended for solo voices, but is transcribed here for four-part male chorus. It may be sung effectively by solo voices, chamber choir, or full chorus. Everybody's repertoire should include some examples of this early music style and are both fun and interesting to perform. This music has been sung for 500 plus years and still continues to please! Songlist: Du Tout Plongiet, Sanctus from the Mass for Four Voices, O How Amiable Are Thy Dwellings, O Sacrum Convivium, Angus Dei from 'Missa Ave Regina Coelorum', Crucifixus |
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A mixolydian melody becomes the foundation for this stately three-part canon with madrigal style counterpoint. Festive flute and hand drum parts add a Renaissance music touch to a piece with only 12 bars of singing to teach. Ideal for processionals, madrigal feasts, or as a concert opener.
Composer: Sally K. Albrecht
Beauty in simplicity best describes Greg's new Latin setting, Adeste Fideles, for the Christmas season. The unison singing gently seated above a fluid piano accompaniment develops into a musically lifting chorus that will bring out the best in your young singers' voices. The B section, more bold and deliberate, resolves back into the softer verse and chorus, creating repetition in learning. Available for TB voices as well, this piece creates a wonderful opportunity for your male singers to sing with heart and confidence. Available separately: TB, 2-part, PianoTrax CD.
Arranger: Greg Gilpin
The expressiveness of the Renaissance is richly portrayed in this edition of the classic masterwork by Palestrina, now available in a men's voicing. An excellent choice for beginning and developing ensembles. Available separately: SATB, TTBB. Duration: ca. 1:15.
Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina
Feature your men with this sumptuous edition of an a cappella standard from the madrigal repertoire by Thomas Morley. Formerly available for 3-part mixed voices, Russell Robinson's new TBB adaptation features flowing contrapuntal lines, appropriate vocal ranges, and tasteful editor's marks for a truly authentic performance. Enjoyable to sing, valuable to teach, and splendid to hear.
Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Thomas Morley
This stately and elegant setting of Purcell's work from Birthday Ode for Queen Mary is adapted specifically for younger voices and developing choirs including men's ensembles. Set in the key of G and using the opening symphony music in 4/4 as an introduction, the ranges are perfect for young ages and the joyful and spirited arrangement is terrific as an opening number for concert or contest.
Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Henry Purcell
This new arrangement was created with success in mind! Introduce your men to this classic and all the opportunities it offers for great music-making.
Arranger: William Powell
Josquin des Prez is the master of polyphony for singers. Conductor, composer, editor Jameson Marvin is the standard bearer for polyphony in today's choral classroom. This movement from Missa Mater Patris allows your men's chorus to explore both polyphony and several beautiful homophonic moments in this Renaissance masterpiece. Duration: ca. 4:00
Composer: Josquin DesPrez Performed By: Harvard Glee Club
Utilizing a traditional Latin text, fiery piano accompaniment and mixed meters, John Leavitt's popular festival piece is challenging, but definitely worth the extra effort. Use the optional percussion to further intensify this dramatic Christmas anthem. Available: SATB, SSA, TTBB. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.
Arranger: John Leavitt
Create a moment of reverence and reflection with this English Renaissance anthem, now arranged for men's voices. Ideal for concert and worship!
Composer: Thomas Tallis
The German baroque chorale Est Ist Ein' Ros' Entsprungen, in a tasteful adaptation by John Leavitt is now available separately: TTBB. Includes English and German texts.
Arranger: John Leavitt
Orlando di Lasso's tuneful villanelle is set here for TBB voices with details that suit the young male voice. The Italian text is accompanied by an optional English text, it is shorter in length than the original SATB score, contains an optional piano accompaniment, and is written in a style that is rustic and light with the energized syllables of dire, dire, don, don, don. A wonderful introduction to madrigal singing for your men.
Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Orlando Lassus
This arrangement of a favorite Thomas Morley madrigal, a popular choice in the 3-part voicing, is now available for SATB and TBB choirs. Bright tonalities and buoyant contrapuntal textures display the sound of Renaissance choral music. Another fine Robinson edition.
Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Thomas Morley
A perfect introduction to English madrigals, this arrangement is easily learned by younger or beginning choirs. Fun!Available separately: TB. Performance Time: Approx. 1:30.
Arranger: Carol Kelley | Composer: Thomas Morley
This joyous, festive motet was published in 1612 by Lodovico Viadana, a Venetian friar and maestro di cappella. Its imitative polyphony and celebratory final Alleluia will be captivating in either a church or concert setting.
Composer: Lodovico Viadana | Country: Italy
This well-known song by Praetorius from the German Renaissance period has long been a part of our choral repertoire. Russell Robinson has created an easy-to-sing SATB setting as well as a three-part men's edition. A perfect way to present standard choral repertoire to your developing choirs.
Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Michael Praetorius
Arranger: Anita Smisek | Composer: Richard K. Murray
Introduce madrigal singing with this wonderful edition of the Thomas Morley classic. This new men's choir arrangement sounds full and effectively captures the character and spirit of early music. Suitable for large groups or small ensembles, this excellent teaching piece will be a staple of your choral library.
Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Thomas Morley
This balletti from the Renaissance period should be performed lightly and energetically. Three-part choirs of any gender may choose to sing in Italian or English, a cappella or accompanied. Optional flute and hand drum parts are available free at alfred.com/choralparts.
Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Giovanni Gastoldi
Stephen Hatfield has the unique ability to bring authentic style and natural energy to choral music from all style periods. Here, we have Stephen at his best as he captures the pomp of the King's College processional and the tale behind the carol creating a perfect opportunity for your choir to bring drama to your Christmas concert.
Arranger: Stephen Hatfield
What a unique love-song set for the guys! These two English madrigals may be sung a cappella or with the piano, or you may choose to add the optional cello on the second piece. A gentleman's touch of class.
Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Thomas Morley
Two choral classics from the Renaissance period - "Adoramus Te" (Palestrina) and "Ave Maria" (Arcadelt) - are now available in this easy SATB edition. They were previously released in men's, women's, and three-part mixed voicings. An exceptional addition to any concert!
Arranger: Russell Robinson
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