Created for the choir of the American Church in Paris. The ancient Latin text is sung as a refrain by the choir: "Ave Maria, dulcissima Maria, vera spes et vita!" The soprano soloist intersperses an
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Thoughtfully arranged for church and school settings, Comfort, Comfort Ye My People offers many teaching opportunities. This Howard Helvey arrangement provides a madrigal feel, mixed meter,
Howard Helvey's impeccable attention to voice leading and exquisite sense of style are on full display in this a cappella advent anthem that sets Thomas Campbell's text to an early American ballad tune.
Although the Anglican lineage of these texts is apparent in the declamation of the text and the way the organ functions, there is much more creativity here with a kaleidoscope of moods, rhythms, and colors,
Easy and absolutely beautiful for a cappella voices, this setting of the beloved Latin Christmas text is a succinct and lyrical selection that will create a moment of wonder in your concert or worship
Truly lovely from beginning to end, featuring expert part-writing from composer Mark Burrows. With a text filled with anticipation of the Savior's coming, this piece grows from a subtle opening to a