Philip W. J. Stopford

Der Text aus dem 15. Jahrhundert wurde zu einem beschwingten, schlichten, vierstimmigen Weihnachtslied neu komponiert. Ein optionaler fünfter Teil kommt gegen Ende mit einem herrlichen Diskant hinzu....

Ein beschwingter weihnachtlicher Segensspruch, der jedes Herz mit der Freude der Jahreszeit erfüllt! Dieses Werk im exquisiten Chorstil von Philip Stopford ist sowohl für Konzerte als auch für Gottesd...

Stopford's Ave Verum is scored for SATB divisi a cappella, but is simple and effective. With sustained and powerfully intense harmony, this motet is beautifully crafted and measured. Duration: ca. 3:3...

Such beautiful words deserve to be set to equally beautiful music, and here the textures unfold and the piece blossoms from bar one to the end. Starting in two parts and organically growing to seven,...

A lyrical setting with superb, flowing melodic lines, this simple and classic work will enhance the sound and performance of any choir and uplift every listener!

This setting of the famous Psalm 121 text is gentle, thoughtful and tuneful, and is a beautiful anthem at a service, a concert, or for a special occasion. Rich sonorities and lovely arched phrases mak...

Ein beschwingter weihnachtlicher Segensspruch, der jedes Herz mit der Freude der Jahreszeit erfüllt! Dieses Werk im exquisiten Chorstil von Philip Stopford ist sowohl für Konzerte als auch für Gottesd...

Diese zeitlose Hymne wird hier in diesem meisterhaften Arrangement von Philip Stopford präsentiert. Dynamische und farbliche Kontraste machen es zu einem Vergnügen zu singen und zu hören. Das obligate...

Originally written as a solo work, this unison setting for treble voices and organ depicts Mary standing at the foot of the cross. In the music, the falling phrases represent Mary's weeping - and the...

So schöne Worte verdienen es, mit ebenso schöner Musik vertont zu werden, und hier entfalten sich die Texturen und das Stück blüht vom ersten bis zum letzten Takt auf. Die Musik ist dazu bestimmt, die...

May the road rise to meet you' des britischen Komponisten und Dirigenten Philip Stopford hier in der dreistimmigen Fassung für Frauenchor. Hell, klar und transparent im Klang ist dieser Chorsatz perfe...

This setting of Psalm 100 absolutely sparkles with joy! With a buoyant feeling of one throughout, the English choral tradition is clearly evident as the music vividly portrays the text whether declama...

This famous text receives a madrigal-like setting with vibrant mixed meters and colourful vocal textures. Excellent for chamber groups and a cappella programs, this fascinating and rewarding work will...

Echoing the setting of Gustav Holst, here is a new tune to some very familiar words with a new melody and a poignant, beautiful harmonization. May be performed with either piano or organ. Duration: ca...

Featuring invigorating vocal lines and a brilliant keyboard accompaniment, this exuberant work will be a welcome addition to any festival program! Easily learned and dramatic in performance, it is ide...

Diese bekannte gälische Melodie, die für den Chor der St. Anne's Cathedral in Belfast geschrieben wurde, wird von Sopranstimmen gesungen und von Alt-, Tenor- und Bassstimmen sowie einer fließenden Flö...

Written for double chorus, this is nevertheless an accessible setting for mixed choirs of the popular carol with fresh and interesting choral textures. Infused with colorful and playful elements, it i...

Famously set to music by Thomas Tallis, and taking words from the gospel of John, If Ye Love Me is a fresh attempt at this famous passage of scripture. Rich harmonies will resonate in your performance...

This famous text receives a madrigal-like setting with vibrant mixed meters and colourful vocal textures. Excellent for chamber groups and a cappella programs, this fascinating and rewarding work will...

Soft, expressive and thought provoking phrasing shape this lovely setting for unaccompanied voices. With an interesting use of the 5/8 time signature, the melody flows endlessly and effortlessly. Avai...

A new and simple arrangement of the famous prayer joins the existing repertoire with rich harmony and strong melodic line. Performance Time: Approx. 1:40

This unaccompanied arrangement is ideal for caroling and other venues where no keyboard is available. It is in a part song style with varying choral textures during verses and linking passages between...

A brilliant and spirited a cappella setting of the traditional Celtic carol for mixed voices and flute that will be tremendously fun to sing and a joyful addition to Christmas programs of all types.

An absolutely stunning setting of the familiar blessing! The purity of the vocal lines transition seamlessly through several key centers, building to a soaring high point before gently receding to the...

Traditionally used as the opening hymn for the service of Nine Lessons and Carols, this a cappella setting opens with the traditional treble solo, followed by 4-part treble, then mixed and finally a f...