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This is the third in an ongoing series of compositions by Gregory Amerind which reset text in choral form arias from The Anthology of Italian Song. This settings text, from the pen of noted Italian librettist Paolo Antonio Rolli (1687-1765), comes from Volume One of the anthology, composed by Giovanni Pergolesi (1710-1736), a composer largely overlooked during his very brief career and short lifetime. His setting of this text has an operatic form and has thusly been a favorite of opera singers and recitalists for nearly 300 years. Pergolesi is perhaps best known for his final composition, the beloved and much-performed setting of Stabat Mater for Soprano, Alto, Strings and Continuo which is considered a masterpiece of the Baroque era. The score includes vocal and percussion parts.

Se tu m'ami

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This is the second in an ongoing series of compositions by Gregory Amerind which reset text in choral form arias from The Anthology of Italian Song. From Volume Two of the anthology, comes this setting of the anonymous text for Sento nel core was composed by Alessandro Scarlatti (1659-1725), the acknowledged founder of the Neapolitan school. He was known for his flowing style, his introduction of the da cappo aria form, and his virtuosity as a singer, harpist, and keyboardist. It is his compositional style that inspires and offers a departure point for this modern choral setting.

Sento nel core

A Tin Pan Alley Classic from the pen of George Gershwin and lyricist Buddy De Sylva reset for SATB Vocal Jazz Ensemble. Great for intermediate as well as advanced groups. A combination of Bossa Nova and Jazz Waltz rhythms with lots of luscious harmonies, scored for piano as well as combo accompaniment.

Do It Again

A fresh take on an early Gershwin gem, featuring solos, tight harmonies, and all the vocal jazz flavors you need. Intermediate to advanced, mostly SATB but with a small amount of S/T divisi.

Stairway to Paradise

Laurence Owen (1944-1961) was an Olympic figure skater, gold medalist in the 1961 US and North American Figure Skating championships, and on her way to compete in that years world championship when her plane crashed on approach to the airport in Brussels. Also traveling on that flight were all the other members of the U.S. National Figure Skating team and its coaches, including Laurences mother and sister, both champion skaters in their own right. There were no survivors. The loss of life was devastating and the world championships were cancelled that year to honor the team. A memorial fund was immediately established in their name which enabled many future skaters to gain financial support in pursuit of their careers as the US skating world gradually rebuilt and recovered from the tragedy. ??Laurence, only 16 years old at the time of her death, was also a budding writer (she had planned to pursue a career in writing), and much of her poetry and personal journals survive. As a life-long fan of figure skating, I came upon the text of her poem Awakening by chance when researching the fate of that 1961 team. The musical ideas took form as I watched a video of Laurence skating at the US 1961 nationals. Although she was still developing as a skater, her artistry, and grace were already prominently evident in that performance, as was her youthful spirit. Her poetry likewise reflected a poignancy and maturity beyond her years. I attempt to reflect those qualities in the themes, lines and shapes of the music, and which I respectfully dedicate to her memory and that of all the 73 other souls who perished that day.

Awakening

Immerse yourself in the captivating swing of "Fascinating Rhythm" arranged by Gregory Amerind. This  vocal jazz arrangement breathes new life into the classic Gershwin composition, offering rich harmonies and dynamic rhythms that will delight performers and audiences alike. Perfect for ensembles seeking to showcase their flair and musicality. - Note: This music is composed by humans. No human-written product description is available, limiting search visibility. The AI-assisted description is for reference only.

Fascinating Rhythm

A seven song cycle for soprano and piano plus tenor, alto, and choir (song #6 only) set to the text of the famous Hermann Hesse novel, Siddhartha. The text is in the original German with modern rhythmic, melodic and harmonic textures. Challenging but rewarding for both vocalist and pianist.

Siddhartha Songs

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