The Music of Michael E. Ekbladh

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"Gloria" for Soprano soloist is built around a standard jazz chord progression, below which a variety of rhythms repeat continuously for emphasis.  The second movement of "missa brevis no. 1," it is a glorious sigh thanking God for all of creation.

Gloria

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This setting of the Samuel Longfellow text using the hymn tune ABENDS is accessible to all skill levels.  'God of the Earth the Sky the Sea' is appropriate for Creation Sunday Earth Day General use and a variety of other celebrations.  A congregation part for the final stanza is included on the back page.  You can download a JPEG file of the congregational part at www.michaelekbladh.com.

God of the Earth, the Sky, the Sea

SATB Octavo

This lyrical setting of the traditional text from the ordinary of the mass is based on two rounds: Kyrie and Christe. This setting of Kyrie from "missa brevis no. 1" is accessible to a wide range of choirs. Instrumental parts for woodwind quartet are also available to embellish the piano accompaniment.

Kyrie from "missa brevis no. 1"

"Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God" by Michael E. Ekbladh is a stirring anthem perfect for common church services. This piece invites reflection and renewal through its emotive composition, skillfully blending traditional choral elements with a profound message of spiritual cleansing and devotion. An essential addition to any - 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.

Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God

With text and music by Michael E. Ekbladh based on Luke 1:26-38, this expressive and lyrical piece conveys the fear and peace experienced by the "Mother of God" during her encounter with the angel Gabriel.  Appropriate for the Feast of the Annunciation (March 25) and Advent or Christmas. "Peace. Be at peace, O Mother of God. Your child will be called Emmanuel. Rejoice and be glad in the Son of All. Sing, Alleluia! LOVE to your Holy child."

Be at Peace, O Mother of God

An energetic modern setting of the traditional French carol BESANCON is accessible to all levels and sizes of choirs.  Perfect for an Advent or Christmas anthem or for use within a Lessons and Carols service.  Drums add an exciting addition to the organ and choir parts.

People, Look East

This stunning setting of a beautiful text by an unknown author from a 1948 publication of poems powerfully proclaims that all of nature is "the handiwork of God."  Set for SATB choir organ and flute this anthem is accessible to most choirs.

Nature's Creed

"I Cry to Thee" was composed after learning that a choir member from a previous church had committed suicide. I call her Dee. Dee suffered from what is now called schizoaffective disorder bipolar type. To capture the constant emotional changes, the music fluctuates between major and minor tonality changing meter and tone sometimes in unexpected places. This setting of Psalm 130 is set for Mezzo-Soprano soloist and piano, organ or orchestral accompaniment.

I Cry to Thee

Mezzo-Soprano Solo

Easily accessible to any size choir this setting is perfect for any Advent or Christmas service.  Perfect for those Christmas Eve services!  An orchestration is also available.

In the Bleak Midwinter

Highland Laddie tells the tale of the Jacobite Risings between 1688 and 1746.  Through the song we see the Highland soldier marching off in his bonnet blue tartan plaid and highland trousers.  Laddie comes to a near frenzied ending as a glorious salute to all Scottish Regiments. Also available in 2-Part SSAA and TTBB settings.

Highland Laddie

This setting of the tune BEACH SPRING is suitable for SATB choir as an anthem or congregational singing.  Options are given for the use of 3 or 4 stanza texts.  "Sing With All the Saints in Glory" can be used for a variety of occasions including Eastertide, All Saints, Confirmation, Baptism, or General Use.

Sing With All the Saints in Glory

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An energetic setting of the hymn tune HYFRYDOL alternating between 6/8 and 3/4.  Perfect as the opener for a holiday concert.

Sixfrydol

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A dark, foreboding setting of William Billings tune "When Jesus Wept."  Appropriate for a Tenebrae or Holy Week service.

When Jesus Wept

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Immerse your congregation in the serene beauty of "Twas in the Moon of Wintertime," a captivating arrangement by Michael E. Ekbladh. This timeless Huron Indian Carol, translated by Jesse Edgar Middleton, is a perfect addition to any church Christmas anthem repertoire, evoking a sense of peace and reverence. - 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.

Twas in the Moon of Wintertime

A Mighty Fortress is Our God

This simple accessible arrangement is appropriate for all occasions.  Enjoy the beauty of this setting of Fanny Crosby's moving text of hope and redemption.

Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross

Quoting Habanera from Bizet's Carmen, this fun and light concert piece is perfect for your holiday concert. The Spanish carol "Toda la Tierra" by composer Alberto Taule provides a beautiful folk-style carol that corresponds to the agrarian images of the Spain countryside.  Michael Ekbladh's arrangement brings together this Spanish imagery with the flair of Spanish dance music.

Toda La Tierra

The sorrow and lament experienced by the prophet Jeremiah as he witnessed the exile of the Jewish nation into Babylonian captivity is palpable in this text from Lamentations 1:12.  These words are often used in Christian tradition on Holy Saturday. Its mournfulness stands in sharp contrast to the exultation of the resurrection. The image evoked in this setting is that of a crowd, mourning at the foot of the cross on which Jesus had just died.  The listener: a person simply passing through this terrible scene, surrounded by cries of sorrow.

O Vos Omnes

Balquhidder is an imaginary tale of the early love between the famous Rob Roy MacGregor and his wife Mary Helen.  Rob Roy is sometimes called the Scottish Robin Hood. So a lovely lady Mary suits the story quite well.  Also available in 2-Part SSAA and TTBB settings.

The Braes o' Balquhidder

"I'm Going to Sing When the Spirit Says Sing" is a toe-tapping, hand-clapping jazz/blues setting of the spiritual with a rocking clarinet or soprano sax part that will inspire choirs and congregations alike. Great for youth and adult choirs.

I'm Gonna Sing When the Spirit Says

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