Lighten Our Darkness

Lighten Our Darkness
Author: Simon Reynolds
Publisher: Darton Longman and Todd
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2021-01-07
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780232534627

** Now available for pre-order (title will be released on April 29th) **Over the course of the past 25 years, a quiet but persistent revolution has been taking place in English cathedrals, in some larger churches in major towns and cities, as well as the chapels of university colleges. The numbers of people drawn by the distinctive musical character of their worship has risen significantly, with Choral Evensong becoming the locus of this persistent growth in the numbers of worshippers. A significant number of these people are under 40 years of age; and many others have, until now, lived their lives on the edges of the Church - if not completely beyond it.Simon Reynolds believes Evensong is providing a place of sanctuary for people seeking space for reflection in a frenetic world. It is becoming a significant part of the Church of England's mission. Lighten Our Darkness provides the definitive guide to Choral Evensong, and will be a fascinating introduction for newcomers to this historic form of worship, and for clergy and students wishing to explore its roots.

Open Thou Our Lips

Open Thou Our Lips
Author: David Halls
Publisher:
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2012-12-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9780854021994

Since the introduction of the first girls’ choir at Salisbury Cathedral in 1991,there has been a growing demand for Evensong music for upper voices fromchurches and cathedrals with upper voice choirs.This unique collection, edited by David Halls, provides exciting new settings ofboth Preces and Responses, and the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis. It includesmusic in a variety of styles and standards, and includes settings by some of ourleading church music composers, published here for the first time.

Tenebrae: A Service of Darkness

Tenebrae: A Service of Darkness
Author: Hal H. Hopson
Publisher: Alfred Music
Total Pages: 70
Release:
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781457465536

Hopson's service of Tenebrae follows a tradition of the early church dating back to the eighth century, and commemorates the final hours of Christ's life on earth as He prepared for and suffered death on the cross. Tenebrae: A Service of Darkness may be performed as a service in its entirety, or portions of the work may be extracted and performed separately throughout Holy Week. This exceptionally moving work is destined to become a staple in Holy Week repertoire for decades to come.

Common Worship: Times and Seasons President's Edition

Common Worship: Times and Seasons President's Edition
Author: Common Worship
Publisher: Canterbury Press
Total Pages: 657
Release: 2013-07-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0715122436

This revised, expanded edition of the Common Worship President’s Edition contains everything to celebrate Holy Communion Order One throughout the church year. It combines relevant material from the original President’s Edition with Eucharistic material from Times and Seasons, Festivals and Pastoral Services, and the Additional Collects.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Conducting Music

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Conducting Music
Author: Michael Miller
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 277
Release: 2012-06-05
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1101588756

The complex art of conducting may look effortless to the casual onlooker, however, it requires a great deal of knowledge and skill. The success of a performance hinges on the director's ability to keep the group playing together and interpreting the music as the composer intended. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Conducting Music shows student and novice conductors how to lead bands, orchestras, choirs, and other ensembles effectively through sight-reading, rehearsals, and performances.