These two short Renaissance gems have been carefully arranged for developing choirs: Inimici Autem and Alleluia, Laus et Gloria. Special care has been given to retain the beautiful chord
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Madrigal singing has long been a staple of the choral repertoire, particularly for the development of independent singers with the use of polyphonic harmony. And, they're fun to sing! Here are two madrigals
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This well-known Italian madrigal by Orazio Vecchi is offered in two voicings, enabling singers to be successful while staying true to the style of the period.
This classic French madrigal is a teaching staple and concert highlight. Perfect for teaching precision and independence of line, this polyphonic Renaissance piece can be performed a cappella or with the
This popular madrigal by Thomas Weelkes (1576-1623) is set in C major, a lower key than usual, truly making this edition an SAB-friendly version. Meant to be performed a cappella, a piano reduction is
This sprightly madrigal with its light and joyous feel has been adapted for SAB voices and given the option to be performed a cappella or with the supportive piano accompaniment. This edition also provides
With this follow-up to the top-seller All Star (as an English Madrigal), this fun madrigal adaptation of the Spice Girls hit from the 1990s is another fun way to teach this genre to young singers,
This classic French chanson is skillfully arranged for three-part mixed choirs. Independent vocal lines, staccato and legato phrasing, and the a cappella setting provide wonderful learning opportunities for
This setting of the well-known madrigal, with Italian text throughout, may be sung a cappella or accompanied. A valuable repertoire addition for middle school choirs, this piece provides opportunities to
Here is an accompanied contemporary madrigal-like piece with a lighthearted lilt, guaranteed to bring a smile. This sprightly setting capitalizes on the energy of Shakespeare's witty words from As You
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This arrangement turns the 1999 Smash Mouth hit into an English madrigal. Using wonderful harmonic progressions and a tune that most will recognize from the "Shrek" movies, this a cappella piece is a fun
Two timeless madrigals written specifically for the winter season have been authentically edited for SAB choirs. Included are Thomas Campion's Now Winter Nights Enlarge and Thomas Weelkes's To
Here's an original madrigal that's an excellent teaching piece for developing mixed or treble choirs. Independent vocal lines, terraced dynamics, and a joyful music-themed text make it an appealing concert
Excerpted from "The SAB Choir Goes Renaissance," this madrigal offers carefully crafted choral parts that are accessible for young, developing singers while retaining the harmonic structure of the original.
UIL Choral Sight Reading Level 3A, 2A, 1A, 3B Varsity/ 6A, 5A, 4A Non Varsity - 2017
Here is a fantastic resource for introducing madrigals of the Renaissance to the developing ensembles or groups with limited male singers. The five works by Thomas Weelkes are: Come, Let's Begin; Four
This tuneful chanson by the composer of Je le vous diray is perfectly set for developing singers with modest vocal ranges. The English text and buoyant fa-la-las are supported by a piano
This arrangement of Josquin's tongue-in-cheek "day in the life of a cricket" offers an opportunity for three-part mixed choirs to experience this classic literature. Mostly homophonic, with several
The classic madrigal is offered in a three-part mixed voicing that includes the option to sing it a cappella or with the notated piano part. For added fun, consider using a harpsichord on the notated
The contrasting sections of this light, lilting 16th-century Italian madrigal provide an ideal introduction to this important musical style. Whether you enjoy singing a cappella or with piano, consider
The Nightingale is Thomas Weelkes' famous madrigal in an accessible SAB edition, with optional percussion (hand drum or tambourine) providing additional rhythmic security for developing ensembles
Here is a superb easy original madrigal for developing voices, with optional piano, optional baritone, a happy text and plenty of "fa la la" passages. Faithful to the madrigal style of the 16th and early
Introduce your young mixed choir to the madrigal style with this easy setting of Hassler's lively, dance-like madrigal. Originally written for five voices a cappella, it is revoiced here for three parts
Introduce your choir to a cappella madrigal singing with this wonderful Thomas Morley classic designed especially for young singers by Russell Robinson. This edition sounds full and captures all the spirit