'Stabat Mater Speciosa' for SATB by Chris Williams
'We Wish You A Merry Christmas' for SAB choir by Chris Williams
A wonderful new collection of Christmas carols by Chris Williams - a composer with amazingly wide popular appeal. They include six with brass - from Hark the Herald with its simple hymn-like style for the choir and virtuosic brass writing to the somewhat tongue-in-cheek Merry Christmas Cha-Cha-Cha!
A moving and intense work telling the story of the devastating tsunami in 2004. [blockquote author="Mastersinger" class=""]The Tsunami Requiem is going to be a work that makes people sit up and listen.[/blockquote]
The accessibility of Chris's writing and immediate appeal to both singers and audience make this collection of folksongs, sea shanties and a round. a 'must have' for any choir wanting wonderful secular choral music to fill their concert. From the fun and lively round Fig or a Pear to the reflective and charming African folksong Abiyoyo, and a fresh look...
The Gloria is a work full of contrasts. Chris Williams demonstrates his brilliant ability with word setting, perfectly matching the mood of the text to the music. He takes his singers on a breathtaking musical journey through all the changing moods of the piece, allowing them to let go and enjoy the exhilarating, vibrant rhythms of the faster sections and...
A lovely simple setting of these quaint words - perfect for inclusion in a mixed programme. Unaccompanied. Your browser does not support the HTML5 audio element. Download CW_The-Badger.mp3 and listen to it on your device. Click play to listen to a sample of 'The Badger'
Evocative setting of this beautiful Shakespeare sonnet for upper voices. Sonnet 18. Your browser does not support the HTML5 audio element. Download CW_Sonnet-18-Upper.mp3 and listen to it on your device. Click play to listen to a sample of 'Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer's Day - upper voices'
A wonderful fresh look at this traditional carol - with a jazzy swing. English Lyrics. Get the choir in the jazz mood by clicking their fingers as they sing to create a wonderful rythmn. Can be accompanied either by piano OR jazz trio (piano, bass and drums). Your browser does not support the HTML5 audio element. Download SW_Ding-Dong.mp3 and...
Stirring setting of Shakespeare’s sonnet 64 with wonderful rich harmonies. Your browser does not support the HTML5 audio element. Download CW_Sonnet-64.mp3 and listen to it on your device. Click play to listen to a sample of 'When I Have Seen by Time's Fell Hand Defaced'
Energetic and full of contrasts, the Gloria demonstrates a wonderfully rhythmic portrayal of the text.Full Score & Parts available for hire. Hire cost is for 1 month only.
These powerful and poignant words, from which the poppy symbol is derived, are set in compelling melodic style. David Ogden, a leading British choral conductor, reported from St Georges Concert Hall, Bristol, that the warm audience response was equally mirrored by the enthusiasm of his choir, the Exultate Singers, for the setting....
These powerful and poignant words, from which the poppy symbol is derived, are set in compelling melodic style. David Ogden, a leading British choral conductor, reported from St Georges Concert Hall, Bristol, that the warm audience response was equally mirrored by the enthusiasm of his choir, the Exultate Singers, for the setting....
Both vocal scores and full score are now available for hire. Hire cost of the Full Score and Brass Parts is for 1 month.A wonderful new collection of Christmas carols by Chris Williams - a composer with amazingly wide popular appeal. They include six with brass - from Hark the Herald with its simple hymn-like style for the choir and virtuosic brass...