The Gift to Sing: TB vocal score (In the deep)

ISBN 10: 019358039X ISBN 13: 9780193580398

Publisher: OUP Oxford, 2025

Synopsis

for TB and piano
This is a compelling setting of words by American writer and civil rights activist James Weldon Johnson that speaks to the way the power of song can help to overcome dark times. Garrett brings the powerful text to life through dynamic and textural contrasts, a passionate melody, and imaginative harmonies.
Also available in versions for SATB, SABar, and SA.

About this title

About the Author

Marques L. A. Garrett is Associate Professor of Choral Studies at the University of North Texas. He is an accomplished vocalist and composer, with his works available through several publishers and performed by festival/honor, all-state, professional, and college/university choirs such as the Los Angeles Master Chorale and the Oakwood University Aeolians. He regularly serves as a choral clinician and guest conductor for festival and honor choirs throughout the United States. He is an active researcher with published articles and presentations on the choral music of Black composers and rehearsal techniques for state, regional, and national conferences.

Edition details

• Publisher: OUP Oxford
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 019358039X
• ISBN 13: 9780193580398
• Binding: Sheet music
• Number of pages: 8