Voices As One – serie

Unison with optional descant and piano or orchestraOrchestral material is available on hire. The orchestral accompaniment for this version is not compatible with that for the SATB and SSAA versions.

for unison voices and pianoA shortened version of the original with a simplified piano accompaniment.

A version for unison voices with a simplified piano accompanimentAlso in Carols for Choirs 4.

for unison voices with a simplified piano accompaniment

for unison voices with a simplified piano accompaniment

for unison voices (with optional second part) and piano or orchestraWords and music by John Rutter. Orchestral material is available on hire.

Unison (with optional second part) voices with piano or orchestraThe beautiful melody, popular words, and flowing accompaniment combine here to memorable effect. Vintage Rutter, and essential repertoire for any upper-voice choir. There is also a version of this setting for SATB voices. Orchestral material is available on hire.

An easy anthem with words and music by the composer. There are four different versions of the vocal parts - unison (or two-part) with keyboard, upper voices with keyboard, SA and Men with piano or SATB unaccompanied or with keyboard.An orchestral accompaniment compatible with the SATB version, SAMen version and the unison version (although the orchestral parts are a semitone higher in the latter two) is available on hire. Also available in John Rutter Anthems.

for unison voices and piano This tender Advent carol sets an original text by Charles Bennett that creates a sense of anticipation for the arrival of Jesus. Underpinned by a gently rippling piano part throughout, the piece opens with a simple melody that blossoms into an expressive mid-section before the music gently fades away. The Advent Candle is also available in a version for SATB.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano or organ Arranged here for unison voices and piano, this heartfelt setting is built upon a haunting melody of folk-like simplicity, underpinned throughout by a lyrical and independent accompaniment. Also available in versions for SATB, solo high voice, and solo low voice.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano or organ A moving, traditional Irish blessing set to music of great simplicity and beauty. Chilcott perfectly captures the warmth and sincerity of the text, and weaves a memorable melody, which he clothes in rich harmony. Also available in versions for SATB, and upper voices.

for unison voices and piano or organ With a characteristically memorable tune by Chilcott, Mid-winter is an easy and original setting of the well-known Rossetti text. Also available in versions for SATB, and upper voices.

for unison upper voices and piano I remember sets a text reflecting on the wonder of the natural world and the people who shape our lives. The stirring melody calls to mind the folksong tradition, and is underpinned by a gently flowing piano accompaniment. The middle section brings a contrast of tonality, with the altos and baritones accompanying the sopranos' melodic line, before the beguiling melody of the opening returns to bring the setting to a poignant close. Also available in a version for SA and piano, SABar and piano, and TB and piano.

for unison voices and piano This secular work for upper voices sensitively sets Langston Hughes's poem of the same name. A lilting melodic line, eloquent part-writing, and an effective piano part combine to create a piece that will appeal to both youth and adult choirs. Also available in versions for SA and piano, SABar and piano, and solo voice (high/low).

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano With a text by the composer, this work was inspired by members of the Radcliffe Ladies' Choir and their motto 'friendship through singing'. The lilting vocal lines are subtly underpinned by a delicate piano accompaniment, and the opening performance direction, 'contentedly rocking', describes the overall nature of the piece: peaceful, content, and easy-going. Also available in versions for SATB, upper voices, solo high voice, and solo low voice.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano This atmospheric setting of familiar words from Shakespeare's As You Like It is sprightly and uplifting, with singers being asked by the composer to perform with 'a bit of frost and a knowing smile'. Also available in versions for SATB, SSA, high solo voice, and low solo voice.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano Arranged here for unison voices and piano, this uplifting and affirmatory piece sets a text by the composer inspired by the reflections of the Northwest Girlchoir on what their choir means to them. A warm first verse and chorus is transposed into 6/8, taking on a dance-like feel, while the piano's continous quaver movement echoes the text's encouragement to 'carry the music on'. The gradual building of textures creates an atmosphere of heartfelt celebration of choral singing, leading to the profound closing words 'I hear you. I see you too'. Also available in versions for SATB, and upper voices.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano Sarah Quartel brings a fresh take on a familiar fifteenth-century text in this enchanting carol. The dialogue between Mary and the infant Jesus is woven to a beguiling folk-like melody, in 6/8 metre, with each verse ending in the lilting refrain 'Lully, by by, lullay'. Also available in versions for SATB, upper voices, and lower voices.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano Voices As One: Anthems makes exceptional sacred music by leading Oxford choral composers available to every choir. With practical vocal ranges and supportive accompaniments, this is high-quality music for all to enjoy.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano Voices As One: Christmas makes exceptional Christmas music by leading Oxford choral composers available to every choir. With practical vocal ranges and supportive accompaniments, this is high-quality music for all to enjoy.

for unison voices (with opt. second part) and piano Voices As One: Choral Songs makes exceptional secular music by leading Oxford choral composers available to every choir. With practical vocal ranges and supportive accompaniments, this is high-quality music for all to enjoy.

for unison voices (with optional second part) and piano Presented here in an arrangement for unison voices (with an optional second part), this setting of words by Chief Dan George optimistically reminds us that there is still beauty to be found in times of trouble and that difficult days will not last forever.

for unison voices (with optional second part) and piano Presented here in a version for unison voices (with optional second part), this engaging, upbeat work sets a text by the Malaysian singer Bihzhu celebrating the collective excitement in exploring the unknown. The piano brings a hint of the Malaysian soundworld through its use of fourths.

for unison voices (with optional second part) and piano Presented here in a version for unison voices (with optional second part), this setting of words by the composer, based on a quote by Brian Palmer, encourages singers to listen to the sounds and people around them to learn and grow: 'one act of love, I know, for sure, is to listen.'

for unison voices and piano Presented here in a version for unison voices, this tender piece was composed in memory of the victims of Fukushima in 2011. It is both reflective and heartfelt, with a simple, appealing melody, rich harmonies, and a flowing accompaniment.