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A spirited arrangement in calypso style of the traditional West Indian carol. Orchestral material is available on hire.

Where Riches is Everlastingly' is one of the carols in the volume Bob Chilcott Carols. The instruments needed are congas (or bongos), shaker (or triangle), cowbell (or claves).

This heartwarming song, setting words by the composer, has a rich, satisfying melody that befits the sentiment of the text: 'music is a gift that enriches the soul and lasts a lifetime'.

This edition of Parry's renowned anthem presents the 1911 version prepared by the composer for George V's coronation. Rutter's fascinating editorial preface provides contextual notes and informative p...

Music of Life is a vibrant setting of a poem by George Parsons Lathrop that describes how music underpins all earthly life. An active piano part provides an energetic undercurrent to compelling vocal...

Composed in 1977, this triumphant setting of words from Psalms 136 and 67 is now published for the first time following the rediscovery of the lost manuscript. Rutter's early style is reminiscent of B...

These two enjoyable and easy songs use riddle texts from the 17th and 18th centuries that are both haunting and rich with imagery. Chilcott produces two charming and characterful miniatures that altho...

This delightful setting of the French carol is perfectly suited to open a service or concert with its spirited choral parts, energetic articulations, and quick glissandi in the organ. A new English tr...

In an upbeat march in 2/4 meter (the orchestral version starts with a snare drum) the choir lifts off in the bright key of D major. Lightly, and with lots of bounce, the voices celebrate the birth of...

For SATB, strings (and winds) and organ. Two settings of Ave Verum Corpus - the Mozart setting for SATB, strings and organ and the Süssmayr setting, written a year later, for SATB, 2 oboes, 2 horns, s...

McDowall's setting is optimistic and appealing, with charming interplay between the voices and piano. The inspirational words are by Marie Curie.

Setting inspiring words by James Weldon Johnson, this work is both poignant and stirring. My heart be brave is an ideal choice for choirs looking to address issues of social justice in their programmi...

This beautiful anthem, set to words by Timothy Rees and the composer, celebrates God's all-encompassing love for mankind. The gentle melody introduced in verse 1 by the sopranos prevails throughout an...

Brooke's arrangement of this traditional sea shanty is invigorating and atmospheric. Changing voices will enjoy the theme of trains and ships in the text, as well as the boisterous call-and-response t...

A powerfully emotive setting that contrasts moments of reflection with declamatory exultation, Psalm 57 uses passages from the eponymous psalm in the King James translation. Written in 1972, it is ded...

This familiar text with an original melody by Bob Chilcott can be performed in unison, two parts, or three parts at the discretion of the conductor or singers. The parts can be sung in any combination...

This fun choral work is all about sport and participation. Each movement celebrates a different sport, and words by the composer provide an entertaining narrative of each event.

A powerful setting of the well-known hymn text.

By the lone seashore is an unaccompanied part-song set at a slow tempo to reflect mourning and sadness. The plethora of semitones and lilting triple metre imitate the rocking of the waves along the sh...

Despite the tranquil surface, Park's setting of Robert Browning's My Star brims with quiet energy. The versatility of the cello is on full display as Park moves quickly from its rich lower register to...

This is a version for string quartet of Erkoreka's saxophone quartet, Duduk II. It is the last of the four Duduk pieces which are based on the traditional modes/scales of Armenia.

This expressive anthem is set to an unusual Zachariah text revealing the celebratory vision of the new Jerusalem. Centred around a strong, flowing melody and punctuated with many glorious moments, cho...

This famous Christmas carol is set to Redner's tune, which is the version most known in The United States. Rutter has also included a descant for the final verse. Offprinted from the collection Joy to...

Composed in 1941, this is the first publication of this work.