Geraint Lewis, composerI am so pleased that I came to hear you sing at St. Paul's – so beautifully and sensitively
Catalogue
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List of publications
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Anthem Series
- Anon – Dulce Jesus mio SATB+org – £2.50 (easy)
This mesmerically simple piece is set in the language of the Chiquitos Indians. It is very effective as a recessional piece with all the musicians leaving the stage one by one. A beautiful, chordal piece suitable for general use. - Juan Garcia de Zespedes - Convidando esta SATBx2 +org - £2.50 (easy/medium)
This piece features dance patterns of African origin in the form of the 'guaracha', a dance still popular in Cuba. The synthesis of the homophonic 'European' sections and the exuberant cross-rhythm of the dance verses is particularly effective (instrument - Anon - Hanacpachap SATB+drum - £2.00 (easy)
This piece from Mexico is one of the first to have ever been published in the Americas (in 1631). It is part of a Ritual, marked for use 'in processions as they enter churches'. A simple, almost homophonic piece, this is good for general use (instrumental - Juan de Araujo - Los Coflades SS soli SATB +org - £2.50 (medium/difficult)
This lively piece, full of Hispanic musical features, also introduces Cuban and African rhythmic patterns which eventually developed into the Rumba! Infectious harmonies and rocking rhythms (instrumental parts available). - Orlando Gibbons - O clap your hands SATBx2 - £2.75 (difficult)
A suitably exuberant setting of this Psalm text for double choir, full of imitation and antiphonal sections, it is suitable for general use. - Alonso Lobo - Versa est in luctum SSATTB - £2.20 (medium/difficult)
One of the composer's best known works, this was first performed at the funeral of Philip II, King of Spain, and is full of pleading, longing contrapuntal phrases. Simply stunning! - Juan Gutierrez de Padilla - Deus in adiutorium SATBx2 - £2.00 (medium)
A large-scale piece of grand nature, with Padilla setting this response text for two antiphonal choirs. Full of rhythmic vitality and majesty, this is suitable for general use (instrumental parts available). - Kit Perona-Wright - God be in my head SATBx2 - £1.50 (easy/medium)
A chordal setting of a familiar text which builds to a huge climax before finishing peacefully. Ideal for general use, wedding or funerals. - Kit Perona-Wright - Thou art Peter SATB +org - £2.50 (medium)
A declamatory piece with choral parts written to sound more difficult than they are! It is in different sections leading up to the climax using the hymn tune 'St. Peter' in triumphant style. - Cipriano de Rore - Parce mihi SATTB - £2.75 (medium/difficult)
A deeply penitential motet which has the unmistakable sound and technique of traditional Franco-Flemish polyphony, freely composed with long melodies and dark sonorities. - William Byrd - Ne Irascaris SATTB - £2.75 (medium)
The 'full' anthem which contains 'Civitas Sancti tui', often performed separately. One of the master's finest anthems ever written. - Thomas Tomkins - O praise the Lord SATBx3 - £2.75 (medium)
A 'tour de force' of the English Renaissance repertory, set for 12 parts creating a rich, sonorous texture. Suitable for general use.
Carol Series
- Geraint Lewis – A Little Hymn to Mary S+org – £2.20 (easy/medium)
A magical setting of a medieval text for sopranos (trebles) and organ. Long, sustained melodies and rich harmonies make for a stunning addition to the repertoire, suitable for general use, the feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Advent or Christmas. - Kit Perona-Wright – Of a Rose SSAATTBB+org – £2.50 (medium)
For choir and organ (or piano) with modal harmonies and a beautiful, almost medieval melody. It contains a flowing and lilting accompaniment with straightforward choral parts, dividing only once. Suitable for Blessed Virgin Mary, Advent & Cristmas. - Kit Perona-Wright – Welcome Yule SSAATTBB+org – £2.00 (medium/difficult)
This is a dramatic piece full of medieval dance rhythms for choir and organ. Ideal for welcoming in Christmas and a good alternative to the start of a carol service or Midnight Mass. - Juan Garcia de Zespedes - Convidando esta SATBx2 +org - £2.50 (easy/medium)
This piece features dance patterns of African origin in the form of the 'guaracha', a dance still popular in Cuba. The synthesis of the homophonic 'European' sections and the exuberant cross-rhythm of the dance verses is particularly effective (instrument - Juan de Araujo - Los Coflades SS soli SATB +org - £2.50 (medium/difficult)
This lively piece, full of Hispanic musical features, also introduces Cuban and African rhythmic patterns which eventually developed into the Rumba! Infectious harmonies and rocking rhythms (instrumental parts available). - Gaspar Fernades - Xichochi SSAB - £1.50 (easy)
This piece is an exquisite lullaby set in the language of the Aztecs. Short and simple (only 1 page, hence no sample to view), but utterly effective.
Liturgical Series
- David McKee - Preces & Responses SSAATTBB - £2.00 (medium)
This is another welcome set of responses, very different in style to the rest of the repertoire. Originally written for performance at St. Paul’s Cathedral, they are full of rich, lush harmonies for double choir -- and utterly effective. - Kit Perona-Wright - Preces & Responses SATTB - £2.20 (medium/difficult)
These responses, composed in New York whilst running an event for the Royal School of Church Music, are full of rhythmic vitality, and infused with blue notes and false relations. - Geraint Lewis - The Tewkesbury Service (Mag & Nunc) SSSSATB +org - £2.95 (medium/difficult)
A wonderfully original setting of the evening canticles using overlapping soprano parts, sustained chords and a repeated chromatic figure in the organ part. What a refreshing change to the repertoire!
Secular Series
- Kit Perona-Wright - She moved through the fair ABsoli SATB - £2.00 (easy/medium)
A beautiful arrangement of the familiar folk-melody and text, set for baritone (and latterly, alto) solo plus choir. Good for concerts or secular use.
