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In this arrangement of the traditional Irish hymn, Rutter sets the 8th-century text (in its English translation) to the Irish folk melody known as Slane, the tune to which it has been sung since 1919....

A very approachable service setting that alternates plainchant verses for single groups of voices with imitative modal verses for full choir, all subtly supported by a simple organ accompaniment. This...

This is an arrangement of the 19th-century hymn by Philip Bliss, with words by Horatio Spafford following several personal tragedies. Wilberg keeps the first two verses in unison, before allowing full...

This heartfelt setting is built upon a haunting melody of folk-like simplicity, underpinned throughout by a lyrical and independent accompaniment. An orchestral accompaniment is available on hire.

Locus iste is an atmospheric setting of a well-known Latin text. With an ever-changing time signature, Todd's writing is gentle but effective; the mysterious piano accompaniment combined with the diss...

This arrangement of the well-loved hymn stays true to the jubilation and reverence of Easter. Wesley's words and the eighteenth-century melody shine through in a sensitive reharmonization, and a recur...

This setting of St Benedict's 6th-century prayer begins with a gentle recurring figure in the keyboard, building to a rousing climax. The primarily homophonic texture allows the timeless text to shine...

Rutter's arrangement of the hymn O God, Our Help in Ages Past uses the hymn tune St. Anne to great effect. The verses alternate between choir alone and choir with congregation, building to an upliftin...

This popular movement from John Rutter's Requiem is presented here separately, with the accompaniment arranged for organ.

Male voices take the leading role in this mixed-voice arrangement of the tender and well-loved solo piece attributed to Caccini (and usually sung to 'Ave Maria').

This popular hymn is here set to the tune 'Hyfrydol' and has a splendid last verse descant.

The choral writing in this traditional hymn arrangement is typically straightforward but hugely effective.

From the collection Bob Chilcott Anthems 2, 'The Lord's my Shepherd' is Chilcott's original setting of Psalm 23, scored for SATB and piano. Serene and flowing, this beautiful melody captures the atmos...

Wilberg's arrangement of the American hymn His eye is on the sparrow is meditative and melodic, filled with unison lines and simple, but rich harmonies. This lilting setting opens with verses for unis...

Not to be confused with Rutter's own composition, Christ the Lord is risen again, published as part of the John Rutter Anniversary Edition. With an exciting introductory fanfare composed by Rutter, th...

This new vocal-score edition was published to mark the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation, in June 1953. First performed as the new Queen processed out of Westminster Abbey, Walton's...

Not to be confused with Rutter's own composition, Christ the Lord is risen again, published as part of the John Rutter Anniversary Edition. With an exciting introductory fanfare composed by Rutter, th...

This is an arrangement of the 19th-century hymn by Philip Bliss, with words by Horatio Spafford following several personal tragedies. Wilberg keeps the first two verses in unison, before allowing full...

Pilgrim Song is a powerful and heartfelt arrangement of a traditional American tune and lyrics. Words on the glory of heaven and the risen life are set to a lilting melody, sung by different sections...

Mack Wilberg's arrangement of 'Brother James's Air' has been recorded on the Mormon Tabernacle Choir's CD, Heavensong:Music of contemplation and light. The arrangement is stunning and can be performed...

A setting of the hymn Samanthra, this piece combines the original tune's simplicity with rich musical texture and majesty - the hallmarks of Wilberg's style. Orchestral material is available on hire/r...

This Easter anthem is a triumphant setting of words by Edmund Spenser and St John Damascene, featuring joyful choral parts, and ending with a new harmonization of the Easter hymn tune 'Ellacombe', wit...

This original hymn is touching and lyrical, with unison first and second verses blossoming into four-part writing in the third verse. It may be performed as either a congregational hymn (a congregatio...