Oh Shenandoah: (SA) (Choral Basics Series) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0571529364 ISBN 13: 9780571529360

Publisher: Faber Music Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

Oh Shenandoah & Other American Folksongs forms part of the Choral Basics series, which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding, varied repertoire for beginner choirs. These American folk songs are arranged for soprano and alto voices and the straightforward piano accompaniment provides good support for the singers. Included are the beautiful title song, an enchanting version of the Shaker hymn Simple Gifts and a barn-storming medley of US country dances, Low-down on the Hoe-down! Stetsons at the ready...

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Review:

Alexander L'Estrange is a great and innovative arranger, surely one of the best we have around. Pretty well all of his arrangements are worth singing. These three American folksong settings with piano are superb. Shenandoah is a joy to sing, as is Simple Gifts: a real treat. The final piece, Low-down on the Hoe-down is effectively a re-hash of an old Swingle Singers arrangement, Country Dances, for a more realistic number of voices. It's absolutely brilliant, so grab your stetson, hold on tight and sing it as fast as you can. Satisfaction guaranteed. Music Teacher, September 2008

Synopsis:

"Choral Basics" has set new standards in choral publishing. It offers straightforward and rewarding repertoire for beginner choirs of all ages in a dazzling array of styles including world music, spirituals, pop classics, show hits and original pieces. Each piece is carefully considered for the level by consultant editor Alexander L'Estrange and offers simple 2 or 3-part arrangements for soprano, alto (and a combined male voice part), paying particular attention to breathing, vocal ranges and technique whilst straightforward piano accompaniments support the vocal lines. The series offers unbeatable value for money, as each volume comprises a set of contrasting songs for easy programming.

About this edition

• Publisher: Faber Music Ltd
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0571529364
• ISBN 13: 9780571529360
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 24