"Organ Sound Colours" Volume 1 - Ian Higginson (PPOSCS001).
'Really well crafted and satisfying to play and enjoy -- a very worthwhile addition to an organist’s collection...’ (Jonathan Kingston)
A versatile collection of 12 contrasting pieces, varying in difficulty and style, which are suitable for all occasions. Price £20.00 This is the first book in the new 'Sound Colour Series,’ which seeks to explore a great deal of tonal variety and one which illustrates a wide range of instrumental music from the pen of Ian Higginson.
Contents include: Trumpet Tune - Postlude on 'Forty Days & Forty Nights' - Processional Prelude on 'There is a Green Hill Far Away - 'Dance on B.A.C.H. Prelude on 'Drop, Drop Slow Tears' - Postlude on 'Jesus Christ is Risen Today' 'Improvisation' - Scherzo - 'Intermezzo' - Postlude on Thine Be the Glory' - 'Sortie in Bb' lick on links below to view/listen to short sound clip & PDF Score excerpts.
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Marriage Blessing - Scored for Soprano soloist, Mixed voices SATB & Keyboard (From 'The Tempest Act 4, Scene 1 - William Shakespeare - Ian Higginson
LISTEN The words of this piece are written by William Shakespeare and are taken from The 'Tempest' Act 4, Scene 1. It has a strong haunting melodic line, which is underpinned by a flowing accompaniment with some slight dissonant harmonies. This work is scored for SATB Mixed Voices, Soprano soloist and piano. Most choirs would find this rewarding to sing.
PRICE £!.95 GBP per copyISBN PPSEC003
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How Sweet the Moonlight - Score for Mixed voices SATB & Keyboard (From Act 5 - Merchant of Venice - William Shakespeare) - Ian Higginson
The words of this piece are written by William Shakespeare and are taken from Act 5 from 'The Merchant of Venice' .It has a strong melodic line, which is underpinned by some effective harmonic texture and a flowing accompaniment. This work is scored for SATB Mixed Voices and piano. Most choirs would find this rewarding to sing.
PRICE£1.95 GBP per copy ISBN PPSEC004
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A GREAT & MIGHTY WONDER - Arr. SATB & Organ / piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A jolly setting of this much-love Advent text. It is set in compound duple time, giving it a sense of fun and a lilt. The choral writing is straight forward and choirs will find it rewarding to sing. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH031 _____________________
LISTEN This is a lively setting of a traditional and much loved melody. It is energetic, is in triple time and is effective, yet it is not a very difficult arrangement for mixed voices. There are however a few tricky corners in the accompaniment, plus there is a shift in the key for the last verse. Suitable for Services & Concerts. [ME] Price £1.60 GBP ISBN: PPCH020 _____________________
A RAGTIME CAROL - SATB & Keyboard - Music: Ian Higginson - Words: Carol Gunn
LISTEN With these sacred and perhaps nostalgic words by Carol Gunn, this is upbeat and fun and has become popular with choirs. Set in the style of ragtime, this is almost guaranteed to get your feet tapping! Suitable for Services & Concerts. [ME] Price £1.60 GBP ISBN: PPCH021 _____________________
A TENDER SHOOT - Arr. SATB (divisi) a cappella - Ian Higginson LISTEN This is a reflective and melodious a cappella setting of this much-loved text that is mostly in a slow triple time. This setting does have some tricky corners within the rich harmonic texture of the vocal writing. There is also some divisi incorporated in the part writing, but choirs find it very rewarding to perform. Suitable for Services & Concerts. [MD] Price £1.90 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH030 _____________________ BALULALOW - SATB (Divisi) & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A beautiful new setting by Ian Higginson written for Bangor Cathedral choir. This is a warm and tender setting of the well-loved traditional carol in triple time which is written for SATB mixed voices with organ or piano accompaniment. This setting is not too difficult. [ME] Price £1.90 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH045
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CROWN OF LIGHT - SATB & KEYBOARD - Words: Carol Gunn Music: Ian Higginson
LISTEN With words by Carol Gunn, this carol was written for Ian Tracey and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Chorus and Orchestra. It starts as a gentle flowing and melodious Christmas carol, however, it builds up to several climaxes with perhaps a flavour of a film score. Suitable for Services & Concerts. [ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH014
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CRADLE SONG - SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A gentle, lilting and melodic setting of the much loved Christmas words. Although generally fairly straight forward, there are occasional challenging harmonic moments. Suitable for services or concerts. [ME] Price £1.90 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH037 _____________________
CHRISTMAS CAROUSEL - SATB & Keyboard - Music: Ian Higginson - Words: Carol Gunn
LISTEN With seasonal lyrics by Carol Gunn, this is a popular and upbeat carol that is almost guaranteed to get your feet tapping! It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.80 per copy ISBN: PPCH012
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DECK THE HALL - SATB (divisi) & Keyboard - Arr. Ian Higginson
LISTEN An uplifting, fun and jolly setting of the Welsh tune written for 'Deck The Hall'. The choral parts are not to difficult and the accompaniment contains some effective syncopated chords, which add some punch to the fun arrangement. There is a key shift approaching the final verse. Choirs find this fun to sing! It is suitable for concerts. ME] Price £1.60 per copy ISBN: PPCH024 _____________________
DORMI JESU - SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN An appealing, gentle and melodious setting written for Peter Litman and the Isle of Man Cathedral choir. This is a useful addition to the Christmas choral repertoire. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.90 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH035 _____________________
GABRIEL'S VOICE - SATB (Divisi) & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN With heartfelt words of reflection on the birth of the Christ Child written by Carol Gunn, this piece is written in a gentle triple time and it uses a simple, yet effective melody. This is underpinned by a slow, flowing accompaniment, which many choirs have enjoyed. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH001 _____________________
I SAW THREE SHIPS COME SAILING IN - SATB & Organ - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A fun and vibrant setting of this well-loved Christmas text. It is full of syncopation, irregular time signatures and rhythmic jollity. It contains rich harmonies and plenty of colour in both the parts and accompaniment. This piece was written for St. Asaph Cathedral Choir. MD] Price £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH054
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I SING OF A MAIDEN - SATB (Divisi) A Cappella - Ian Higginson
LISTEN Set in a minor key, this beautiful, lilting and haunting melody is underpinned by some lovely harmonic progressions in the part writing. Choirs will find this piece rewarding to sing. It is suitable for services and concerts. MD] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH047 _____________________
IN THE BLEAK MID-WINTER - SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN Here Ian Higginson has used Christina Rosetti's well-known text for this appealing setting of this well-loved carol. Providing us with a new and slightly haunting melody in mostly triple time. The melody is supported by and equally haunting and flowing accompaniment. The accompaniment adds sparkle to the rich harmonic texture. It is hoped that this piece will find it's way into the repertoire of many choirs and that it will be a real treat for choirs and listeners. It is suitable for services and concerts.
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IN DULCI JUBILO - SATB + Solo & Organ / Piano - Arr. Ian Higginson
LISTEN A lively setting of this well-known and much loved Christmas carol, which uses the traditional melody that is supported by a lively accompaniment provided by organ, piano or orchestra. The choral writing is not too difficult and yet can be effective. The arrangement includes a solo part for soprano or tenor soloist who sings above the choir at one point. Suitable for Services & Concerts. [ME] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH025
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JINGLE BELLS - SATB + Solo & Organ / Piano - Arr. Ian Higginson
LISTEN This arrangement f the well-loved Christmas song is fun, energised and cheeky. The choral parts are moderately easy; however, the relentless and spirited accompaniment has some tricky moments. It is very popular at Christmas concerts. ME] Price £1,80 per copy ISBN: PPCH055
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KING JESUS HATH A GARDEN - SATB & Organ / Piano - Arr. Ian Higginson
LISTEN This carol is based on a traditional Dutch melody and text that names many different flowers and musical instruments. This is a catchy arrangement which choirs will enjoy performing. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH026
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LOVE CAME DOWN AT CHRISTMAS - SATB a cappella - Ian Higginson This title is published together with Love Came Down at Christmas
LISTEN With the well-loved text by Christina Rossetti., Ian Higginson has written a lovely, yet simple strophic musical setting of these well-loved words. Suitable for services or concerts. [E] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH017
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LULLAY MY LIKING - SATB & Solo - (a cappella) - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This a lovely cappella choral setting of a much-loved Christmas text is a gentle and lilting piece, which includes a refrain. This is followed by a soprano solo part which is sung above the choral parts. It is suitable for services and concerts. MD] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH002
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MY DANCING DAY- Arr. SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This is a lively setting of the traditional and much loved melody of this carol. It is an effective yet not very difficult arrangement with a lively accompaniment, which can be provided by organ, piano or orchestra. There is a rich harmonic texture and it includes a descant towards the end of the piece. Suitable for Services & Concerts. [ME] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH003 _____________________
O LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM - SAB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN Whist using a traditional text, Ian Higginson as written a fun, catchy, syncopated and uplifting setting which certainly has a Latin American feel to it. It is scored for SAB & Keyboard, thus making it accessible for choirs that have a shortage of men to perform it effectively. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.40 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH004
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O MAGNUM MYSTERIUM - SATB (Divisi) (a capella) - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This is an ethereal setting of the ancient and popular Christmas text set here for a cappella choir. In Higginson has put asie his usual writing style and has created a piece which perhaps relies more upon the effective use of harmony and a large dynamic range, rather that of melodic writing. Most experienced choirs will find this a rewarding piece to perform. It is suitable for services and concerts. MD] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH005 _____________________
SANS DAY CAROL - SATB & Organ / Piano - Arr. Ian Higginson
LISTEN Another jolly setting of this well-known Christmas carol. It employs the traditional tune and rich choral harmonies, which is underpinned by a lively, almost relentless and flowing organ accompaniment. There is also a descant in the final verse. It is suitable for services or concerts. [ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH016 _____________________
SEE AMID THE WINTER'S SNOW - SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A beautiful lilting setting in triple time of this well-loved Christmas text. Here Ian Higginson has underpinned the melody with sumptuous harmonic progressions, both in the choral writing and in the keyboard accompaniment. The piece can also be performed with an optional, but very effective flute obligato. [MD] Price £1.95 per copy ISBN: PPCH052 _____________________
SEE HIM BORN THE DIVINE CHRIST CHILD - SATB & Keyboard - Arr. Ian Higginson
LISTEN Based on a traditional French Melody, Ian Higginson has perhaps managed to incorporate a feeling of both the ancient and modern with this sparkling arrangement. The choral writing and accompaniment are not too demanding and can easily be performed to great effect by choirs of varying levels of ability. Suitable for services and concerts.
[ME] Price £1.80 per copy ISBN: PPCH007
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THERE IS NO ROSE - SATB (Divisi) (a cappella) - Ian Higginson This title is published together with Love Came Down at Christmas
LISTEN A slow, reflective and melodious a capella setting of tis ever-popular text. The verses are sung in English and these are interspersed by short refrains, which use Latin text. This setting does have some tricky corners in the vocal writing, but choirs will find it rewarding to sing. It is published in the same choral leaflet as 'Love Came Down At Christmas. It is suitable for services and concerts. MD] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH017
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WELCOME THE STAR (SCOTTISH CAROL) - SATB, Keyboard & Instrumental Solo
LISTEN With words written by Carol Gunn, this carol transports the performers and listeners to the idyllic surroundings of the Scottish Highlands. One Cathedral organist said ' It could have been written by a Scotsman!. The carol has a lilting and haunting melody and incorporates the occasional 'Scottish snap' rhythm over the top of a flowing accompaniment, which eventually builds to a tremendous climax. Although it can be performed with organ or piano accompaniment, plus a solo instrumental part, the orchestrated version of the accompaniment also includes an integral part for bagpipes and you could almost be in the audience at the Edinburgh Tattoo!. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH006
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WHEN CHRIST WAS BORN OF MARY FREE - SATB & Organ - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A jolly and melodious setting written for Brecon Cathedral choir. It includes irregular time signatures, some syncopation in the texture and rich harmonic textures in both the choral parts and the accompaniment. It is suitable for services and concerts. [MD] Price £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH049
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WHILE SHEPHERDS WATCHED - SAB & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This fun setting of the well-loved Christmas text is written in the style of a calypso and was composed for the choir of St. Michael's Church, Coventry. Choirs and audiences will love this carol, which is suitable for services and concerts. MD] Price £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH053
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WITH ONE VOICE - SATB & Keyboard - Words; Carol Gunn - Music Ian Higginson
LISTEN With words by Carol Gunn, this upbeat carol was written for Ian Tracey and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Chorus & Orchestra. Here is a carol with a definite Caribbean flavour. It includes some irregular time signatures, which help to portray a busy, yet catchy choral part and accompaniment. Suitable for Services & Concerts. [MD] Price £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPCH011
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BEFORE THE PALING Of THE STARS - Mixed Voices SATB A cappella Words: Christina Roseetti - Music; Ian Higginson
Ian Higginson's new, ethereal and rather lovely setting of Christina Rosetti's well-loved text - 'Before the Paling of the Stars', which choirs and listeners will enjoy. This piece is suitable for services concerts. [MD] Price £2.25 GBP per copy Plus P&P ISBN: PPCH055
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'O Come, O Come Emmanuel - (Mixed Voices S.A.B. & Keyboard) - Ian Higginson
A beautiful, haunting and attractive setting, written in triple time, of the well-loved Advent text. This setting should be enjoyed by singers and listeners alike and is a useful addition to the repertoire for choirs with no tenors. The setting is useful for both Advent/Christmas services and concerts.
[ME] Price: £1.95 GBP per copy plus P&P ISBN: PPCH048
A BLESSING - Soloist and Mixed voices SATB & Keyboard - Words: Carol Gunn, Music: Ian Higginson
LISTEN (Performed by a choir in the USA) This attractive and gentle lilting setting was written for St. Edward's School Choir, Cheltenham. It is in triple time, the choral parts are moderately easy and the accompaniment is fairly straightforward as well. The music is composed by Ian Higginson and the lyrics by Carol Gunn. ME] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA001
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All Things Bright and Beautiful
LISTEN Here, Ian Higginson has crafted an attractive new melody into a catchy and uplifting setting of the well-loved hymn text - 'All Things Bright & Beautiful, which is scored for Mixed voices, SATB with either Organ or Piano accompaniment. It s suitable for performing as a Harvest anthem, or at most church services, or even at a concert. [ME] Price £2.20 GBP per copy ISBN PPA031 _____________________
AVE VERUM - SATB & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN Here, Ian Higginson has produced an attractive and straightforward setting of the well-loved Latin text - Ave verum, which is scored for Mixed voices, SATB with either Organ or Piano accompaniment. It is a gentle and reflective piece that is suitable for performing as a communion motet, an anthem for most church services, or even at a concert. [ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA003
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Behold O God Our Defender – Ian Higginson (SATB + Keyboard. An exciting yet accessible setting of two verses from Psalm 84 and was written to mark the occasion of the Coronation of King Charles lll. This work contains moderately difficult choral parts with a tricky accompaniment and it could be a useful addition to the choral repertoire for a Coronation, general service or at concerts. Price £2.80 GBP PER COPY ISBN: PPA032
LISTEN Veni Creator Spiritus - believed to have been written by Rabanus Maurus in the 9th century. It is set in triple time and consists of an attractive and lilting melody, incorporating some rich harmonic texture. The choral writing is generally not too difficult and the accompaniment is fairly straightforward too. The setting starts with a gentle feel to it, with just a single melody and accompaniment, followed by the four parts being introduced gradually. It eventually builds to a climax, where there is also a descant part towards the end of the piece. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA018
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GOD BE IN MY HEAD - SATB (Divisi) a cappella - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A quiet reflective setting of this much loved text that is scored for unaccompanied SATB Mixed voices, with some divisi. This attractive setting by Ian Higginson contains several time signature changes along with some interesting yet appealing harmony and is suitable for most church services or concerts. [MD] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA009
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Holy, Holy, Holy
LISTEN An attractive and melodious setting of the well-loved hymn text, which is scored for SATB Mixed voices, with either organ or piano accompaniment. This setting is fairly easy and is suitable for most SATB choirs to perform effectively for concerts or services. Fun for every choir! [ME] £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN PPA014
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I WILL LIFT UP MINE EYES (Psalm 121) - SATB (Divisi) & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This is an attractive and melodious setting of psalm 121 which is scored for soprano solo, SATB Mixed voices, with either organ or piano accompaniment. This setting is suitable for most SATB choirs to perform effectively at concerts or services. [MD] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA004
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JESUS CHRIST IS RISEN TODAY - SATB (Divisi) a cappella - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This is a bright, energetic and rhythmical motet by Ian Higginson which uses the ever-popular Eastertide text. For SATB and Organ. It is quite tricky in places as it changes time signature frequently and is full of syncopation and cross rhythms. It is scored for Mixed voices SATB with some divisi and is suitable for services or concerts. [MD] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA005
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LEAD US HEAVENLY FATHER LEAD US - SATB & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A simple, reflective, light-hearted and melodious setting of these well-loved words, which are set to music by Ian Higginson. It includes straightforward choral writing, (some verses in unison and some in harmony) and the flowing accompaniment is quite straightforward as well. [E] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA013
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Let All The World In Every Corner Sing - SATB & Organ / Piano -Ian Higginson LISTEN An upbeat and rhythmical setting of this much-loved hymn text by George Herbert. Ian Higginson has used irregular time signatures to add to the punchy effect and although the choral parts are mostly straight forward, it does contain some tricky corners in the accompaniment. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA006
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O PRAISE GOD IN HIS HOLINESS (Psalm 150) - SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A Joyful and rhythmic setting of psalm 150, which is scored for SATB, Mixed voices and organ or piano accompaniment. The pieces starts and finishes with a fanfare like theme and the are several time signature changes within the piece which give plenty of scope for rhythmical drive and interest. There is also a Latin American influence in the middle section. Although much of the choral writing is fairly straightforward, there are also some tricky passages. Some of the accompaniments is also challenging and would require a good accompanist. Suitable for services or concerts. [MD] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA011
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O SING UNTO THE LORD A NEW SONG (Psalm 149) - SATB & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN Another joyful and rhythmic setting by Ian Higginson, this time of psalm 149, which is scored for SATB mixed voices, with organ or piano accompaniment. This uplifting setting includes mostly straightforward choral writing, (which does include some syncopation between the parts and the accompaniment), but it is quite tricky from the accompanists perspective. Suitable for services or concerts. [MD] Price £1.60 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA012
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O SONS & DAUGHTERS - SAB & Organ / Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A gloriously uplifting, straight forward and yet rewarding arrangement of this well-known Easter anthem which is scored for SAB, making it accessible for choirs with a shortage of men to perform effectively. It is written in triple time and although it is only in three parts, it doesn't lose any musical effect without a tenor part. The accompaniment is full of interesting harmonisations, plus there is a simple and effective descant in the final verse. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA022
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Prayer of St Richard of Chichester - Ian Higginson (SAB + Keyboard. MD Price £1.90 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA033 LISTEN A reflective and accessible setting of this well loved text. This work contains a pleasing melody and easy choral parts, along with a straight forward accompaniment. It is suitable for choirs who have limited recourses and could be a useful addition to the choral repertoire for the Eucharist, or as a general anthem at services or at concerts.
THE LORD BLESS YOU & KEEP YOU - SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN A gentle, reflective and ideal new choral setting for SATB and piano or organ of this ever-popular text. It is written in simple triple time and is ideal for either a short anthem, communion motet, or it can be sung in a concert. [E] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA007
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THE STRIFE IS O'ER - SATB & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN (Performed by a choir in the USA) This is a joyful and uplifting setting of the traditional Easter text. The choral parts and accompaniment are both straight forward and it could be a useful edition to the Eastertide choral repertoire. It is suitable for services and concerts. [ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA008
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THIS JOYFUL EASTERTIDE - SATB & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN (Performed by a choir in the USA) A bright, energetic and rhythmical setting for SATB and Organ / piano by Ian Higginson of the much-loved Easter text. Apart from some irregular time signature changes, the choral writing is not too difficult, but there are some tricky corners in the accompaniment. Suitable for services or concerts. [ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA010
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SET ME AS A SEAL - SATB (Divisi) a cappella - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This piece was composed for a wedding and is a new and perhaps reflective setting of this popular text. The choral writing is quite tricky in places which creates quite a thick texture of parts. It would be an effective piece to include as an anthem or motet in a service, or to be used in a concert. [MD] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA002
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We Plough the Fields And Scatter an Higginson has crafted an attractive new melody into a catchy and uplifting setting of the well-loved hymn text - 'We Plough the fields and Scatter' which is scored for Mixed voices, SATB with either Organ or Piano accompaniment. It s suitable for performing as a Harvest anthem, or at a concert. Fun for every choir! [ME] Price £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN PPA030
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We Will Remember Them - SATB & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN Ian Higginson's beautiful, yet accessible setting of the famous Remembrance day poem is scored for SATB, optional soloist and keyboard. There are a few divisi sections in the choral parts, but most of these are optional. There is a lovely melody with some sumptuous harmony in both the choral parts and accompaniment. It is moderately easy and could be a useful addition to the choral repertoire for Remembrance day services, funerals or concerts. ME] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPA020 ________________________
LITURGICAL SERIES
JUBILATE DEO IN C - SATB (Divisi) & Organ / Piano - Ian Higginson
LISTEN This is a joyous and uplifting setting of psalm 150 which choirs will find rewarding to sing. There are some tricky sections both in the choral writing and the accompaniment and although it is mostly in triple time, there are some frequent time signature changes within the piece, which perhaps help to provide a punchy and rhythmic feel to it. This setting is perhaps more appropriate for an experienced choir and accompanist to perform. Suitable for services and concerts. [D] Price £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN PPL005
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MAGNIFICAT & NUNC DIMITTIS IN G - SATB (Divisi) & Organ - Ian Higginson
LISTEN (Published as Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in G, however only the Magnificat has been recorded) This is a lively setting of the evening canticles. The Magnificat and Gloria are mostly in compound duple which provides a steady lilt. It has a burst of relentless energy, until it reaches a quieter and more reflective middle section. This is then followed by a build up to the return of the compound duple theme in the equally energetic Gloria. This work is fun to perform, but it does include some tricky corners in the choral parts and the accompaniment. The Nunc Dimittis is very different in feel as it is written in simple quadruple time and has a gentle and perhaps haunting feel at the start. This gradually builds to a climax, which incorporates some discordant, yet very effective chords i the accompaniment, leading eventually into the reprise of the Gloria. It is suitable for services and concerts. MD] Price £2.00 GBP per copy ISBN: PPL001
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MAGNIFICAT & NUNC DIMITTIS IN C - SAB & Keyboard - Ian Higginson
LISTEN to the Magnificat LISTEN to the Nunc Dimittis Although this setting was written for choirs who have a shortage of men, it is hoped that the musical writing doesn't lose any vocal or harmonic interest. The Magnificat is moderately easy and is a lively rhythmic setting, which contains some strong melodies, although there is some tonal dissonance within the rich harmonic texture. The Nunc Dimittis is perhaps more stately and gentle in feel, until it builds to a climax and culminates with a reprise of the lively and rhythmic Gloria. Choirs should find this rewarding and not too difficult to perform. It is suitable for services and concerts. ME] Price £1.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPL010
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O COME LET US SING UNTO THE LORD (VENITE in F - Psalm 95 Rite 1) Solo or Unison voices & Keyboard - Ian Higginson LISTEN This joyful and festive setting is written for either solo voice or unison voices and keyboard. It has strong melodies with a stately feel to it. The setting is attractive with some tricky corners and it is a useful addition to the repertoire for Rite I Morning Prayer services or concerts. [MD] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPL007
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VERSICLES & RESPONSES IN G - SATB - Ian Higginson [MD] Price £1.80 GBP per copy ISBN: PPL003
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MISSA BREVIS - SATB & Organ - Ian Higginson (Movements listed below) - COMING SOON Kyrie Gloria Sanctus Benedictus Agnus Dei [MD] Price £3.50 GBP per copy
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VOCAL SERIES
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FROM A RAILWAY CARRIAGE - Solo Voice / Unison Voices & Piano (Vocal range - Middle D - Treble D) Words: Robert Louis Stevenson - Music: Ian Higginson
LISTEN The popular poem by Robert Louis Stevenson is set to music by Ian Higginson. It appears on the Grade 3 vocal syllabus for the Trinity Examination Board. It is set in compound duple and in G minor. The piece requires stamina, good breath control and vocal agility from soloists or a unison choir. The energetic vocal line is underpinned by a relentlessly busy accompaniment, thus helping to depict a moving railway carriage. It is suitable for recitals, concerts or festivals etc. 'MD] Price £3.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPV001
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THE HAYLOFT - Solo Voice / Unison Voices & Piano (Vocal range - Middle C - Treble D) Words: Robert Louis Stevenson - Music: Ian Higginson
LISTEN This lovely poem by Robert Louis Stevenson is again set to music for solo voice and piano by Ian Higginson and is set in F major. It is a reflective piece and again the music depicts the popular text. It is a very useful piece for a singer of any standard, or even a choir of unison voices with piano accompaniment. This piece is suitable for recitals, concerts, or festivals etc. [MD] Price £3.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPV002
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THE MOON - Solo Voice / Unison Voices & Piano (Vocal range - Middle D - Treble D) Words: Robert Louis Stevenson - Music: Ian Higginson
LISTEN Anther well-loved poem by Robert Louis Stevenson, which is again set to music for solo voice and piano by Ian Higginson and is set in G major. A jolly piece in character with a feeling of a 'tick tock' of a clock in the hall! There are scalic and flowing accompaniment passages underpinning the agility in the solo vocal part, which depicts this popular text. It is a very useful piece for either a singer of any standard or a choir of unison voices and is suitable for recitals, concerts, or festivals etc. [MD] Price £3.95 GBP per copy ISBN: PPV003