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CantareWorks: The Music of Christopher Alexander
Приєднався 12 сер 2022
Welcome to CantareWorks! CantareWorks is dedicated to the music of composer, arranger, orchestrator, pianist and conductor Christopher Alexander.
Christopher Alexander is a composer, arranger, orchestrator, and pianist from St. Joseph, Missouri. A self-taught pianist, his compositions and arrangements ranging from instrumental works to vocal solo and choral literature. Some of his works have been published with GIA Music Publications and Hal Leonard. He currently serves as the pianist for the Christian singing youth group The New Generation Singers based in St. Joseph, Missouri.
This UA-cam channel offers previews of all of my original compositions and arrangements, including direct links to the available sheet music purchasing websites.
Thank you so much for your support!
Christopher Alexander is a composer, arranger, orchestrator, and pianist from St. Joseph, Missouri. A self-taught pianist, his compositions and arrangements ranging from instrumental works to vocal solo and choral literature. Some of his works have been published with GIA Music Publications and Hal Leonard. He currently serves as the pianist for the Christian singing youth group The New Generation Singers based in St. Joseph, Missouri.
This UA-cam channel offers previews of all of my original compositions and arrangements, including direct links to the available sheet music purchasing websites.
Thank you so much for your support!
Christmas Song (TTBB Divisi and Solos, a cappella) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
CHRISTMAS SONG
TTBB Divisi and Solos, a cappella
Words and Music by David J. Matthews
Arranged by Christopher Alexander
This song by Dave Matthews touches at the heart of the holiday season with a worldly view that connects the Christmas story and our own lives together. This arrangement features three (3) soloists with an accompanying chorus, creating intricate voice leading and pop-style harmonic builds that your tenor-bass choir will enjoy singing. When the chorus takes over the melody and expands into an eight-part texture that richly supports the lyrics. This rewarding work will delight the audience at your next holiday concert.
Also available in SATB.
To purchase sheet music, visit:
www.sheetmusicplus.com/en/explore?q=christmas+song+dave+matthews+christopher+alexander&lang=default
www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/Search.aspx?query=christmas%20song%20dave%20matthews%20christopher%20alexander
Visit www.cantareworks.com for more vocal, choral, and instrumental settings.
Thank you for your support!
TTBB Recording by The Collegiate Choral Composition Community
www.choralcomposition.com
Facebook: The Collegiate Choral Composition Community
Instagram: @choralcomposition
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TTBB Divisi and Solos, a cappella
Words and Music by David J. Matthews
Arranged by Christopher Alexander
This song by Dave Matthews touches at the heart of the holiday season with a worldly view that connects the Christmas story and our own lives together. This arrangement features three (3) soloists with an accompanying chorus, creating intricate voice leading and pop-style harmonic builds that your tenor-bass choir will enjoy singing. When the chorus takes over the melody and expands into an eight-part texture that richly supports the lyrics. This rewarding work will delight the audience at your next holiday concert.
Also available in SATB.
To purchase sheet music, visit:
www.sheetmusicplus.com/en/explore?q=christmas+song+dave+matthews+christopher+alexander&lang=default
www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/Search.aspx?query=christmas%20song%20dave%20matthews%20christopher%20alexander
Visit www.cantareworks.com for more vocal, choral, and instrumental settings.
Thank you for your support!
TTBB Recording by The Collegiate Choral Composition Community
www.choralcomposition.com
Facebook: The Collegiate Choral Composition Community
Instagram: @choralcomposition
UA-cam: @the-cccc
TikTok: choralcomposition
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Two New Carols for Christmas - Words and Music by Christopher Alexander
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TWO NEW CAROLS FOR CHRISTMAS SATB, a cappella Words and Music by Christopher Alexander I. Let Christmas Come to All II. The Joy of Christmas Carols are the quintessential form of choral music for the Christmas holiday season, and these two new carols now add to that rich history. Each carol can be performed separately or together in concert. A duet interludes each song before returning to the o...
Wondrous Love (SATB and optional Piano) - Adapted by Byron "Bemo" Myers II and Christopher Alexander
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WONDROUS LOVE SATB and optional Piano Folk Hymn Arranged by J. Harold Moyer Adapted by Byron "Bemo" Myers II and Christopher Alexander The timeless folk hymn will be an excellent addition for your choir! Can be performed a cappella or with the piano accompaniment, each voice is given a chance to perform the melody as the dramatic texture expands and heightens to its ultimate finale. The powerfu...
Our Ship's Sinking (SATB, accompanied) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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OUR SHIP'S SINKING SATB, accompanied Words and Music by Rick Springfield an Matt Bissonette Arranged by Christopher Alexander Rick Springfield quickly became one of the most enduring rock stars of all time, coming out with hit after hit over his long and storied career. Released with his 18th studio album this song became an inspirational anthem, and this arrangement creatively visualizes its m...
With You, from "Pippin" (Solo, TTBB and Piano) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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WITH YOU (from the Broadway muscial PIPPIN) Solo, TTBB and Piano Words and Music by Stephen Schwartz Arranged by Christopher Alexander Your choir will create a wonderful performance with this arrangement of the ballad from Stephen Schwartz’s first musical "Pippin". A beautiful, heartfelt message that will strike a chord with your audience. Also available in SATB and SSAA. To purchase sheet musi...
Elegy of a Man in Missouri (TTBB, a cappella) - Words and Music by Christopher Alexander
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ELEGY OF A MAN IN MISSOURI TTBB, a cappella Words and Music by Christopher Alexander Reminiscent of the well-known folk song "Wayfaring Stranger", this new choral song portrays another nomadic individual remaining optimistic and content while others see him seemingly empty around and within himself. The melody switches between voices as the piece escalates in intensity and lyric dramaticism, il...
The Lumberjack Song (from Monty Python) (Solo, TTBB and Piano) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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THE LUMBERJACK SONG (from MONTY PYTHON) Solo, TTBB and Piano Words and Music by Fred Tomlinson, Michael Palin and Terence Jones Arranged by Christopher Alexander From the renowned international comedy troupe Monty Python, this song is undoubtedly one of their most famous. A silly song? Indeed yes, but that is what Monty Python is all about. Your men’s chorus will have a fun time performing this...
You're Still You (SATB and Piano) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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YOU'RE STILL YOU SATB and Piano Words and Music by Linda Thompson and Ennio Morricone Arranged by Christopher Alexander This ballad by Josh Groban will be a beautiful addition for your choir’s repertoire at your next pops concert. The lyrical melody brings its own challenges and rewards for your students to sing. Also available in TB and Unison/2-Part voicings. To purchase sheet music, visit: w...
Gather Ye Rosebuds While Ye May (SATB, a cappella) - Music by Christopher Alexander
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GATHER YE ROSEBUDS WHILE YE MAY SATB, a cappella Music by Christopher Alexander Inspired by "Of All the Birds" by John Barlet (1565-1620) Words by Robert Herrick With inspiration from John Barlet’s madrigal "Of All the Birds", this a cappella setting creates a Renaissance whimsical feel (like a madrigal) to match the text by Robert Herrick. Homophonic and in comfortable ranges for all voices, t...
A Spotless Rose (SATB, a cappella) by Christopher Alexander
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A SPOTLESS ROSE SATB, a cappella Music by Christopher Alexander 15th Century German Carol, Translated by Catherine Winkworth Based on Isaiah 11:1, this 15th century German carol poem was translated to English by Catherine Winkworth around the turn of the 20th century. The illustration of the rosebud blossoming from the tender root is metaphoric to the birth of Jesus from the Virgin Mary. This t...
And I Can Sing (The Gift to Sing) (SATB and Piano) by Christopher Alexander
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AND I CAN SING (THE GIFT TO SING) SATB and Piano Music by Christopher Alexander Words by James Weldon Johnson Using the poem "The Gift to Sing" by James Weldon Johnson, this dramatic composition takes the singers and audience alike on an adventure discovering their own unique voice. Beginning as a lyrical melody in minor, the piece builds to its parallel major with a declaration from the poem’s...
A Child's Song of Christmas (SATB and Piano) by Christopher Alexander
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A CHILD'S SONG OF CHRISTMAS SATB and Piano Music by Christopher Alexander Words by Marjorie L. C. Pickthall Also available in SAB, SSA, and Unison/Two-Part. This lyrical Christmas poem gets an equal treatment with a folk-like melody and simple harmonies that illustrate the humble beginnings of Christ’s birth. Available in multiple voicings, this song is appropriate for all ages at school concer...
The Swan (SSAATTBB, unaccompanied) - Music by Christopher Alexander
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THE SWAN SSAATTB, unaccompanied Music by Christopher Alexander Words by F. S. Flint Set in a whimsical contemporary setting of the beloved poem, this choral setting of "The Swan" invokes the vivid imagery of its text by utilizing various textures and voice groupings as well as word painting. Each voice gets the chance (even if for a short while) to sing the melody and propel the song forward be...
What Child is This? / Coventry Carol (Medley) (SATB, a cappella) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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WHAT CHILD IS THIS? / COVENTRY CAROL (MEDLEY) SATB, a cappella Arranged by Christopher Alexander New Generation Choral Series This medley of two Christmas carols celebrates the mystery and awe of Christ’s birth. A quiet, yet celebratory arrangement for your singers to perform. Written for the 2008 New Generation Singers Christmas concerts. To purchase the sheet music, visit: www.jwpepper.com/Wh...
Alleluia (SATB, a cappella) by Christopher Alexander
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ALLELUIA SATB, a cappella by Christopher Alexander Your choir will love the simple, yet rich nature of this setting of the Alleluia text. This piece is appropriate for the advanced middle and high school choirs. To purchase sheet music copies, visit: www.jwpepper.com/Alleluia/11428314.item#.Y9rV4S2caTc www.sheetmusicplus.com/en/product/alleluia-21863902.html www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID...
A Million Dreams (from "The Greatest Showman") - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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A Million Dreams (from "The Greatest Showman") - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Let Me Make the Songs for the People (Two-Part, a cappella) - Music by Christopher Alexander
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Let Me Make the Songs for the People (Two-Part, a cappella) - Music by Christopher Alexander
Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel (SATB and Piano) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Didn't My Lord Deliver Daniel (SATB and Piano) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Laudate! (SATB Divisi, unaccompanied) - Music by Christopher Alexander
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Laudate! (SATB Divisi, unaccompanied) - Music by Christopher Alexander
The Yankee Doodle Boy - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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The Yankee Doodle Boy - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Ständchen - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Ständchen - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Someone to Watch Over Me - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Someone to Watch Over Me - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Panis Angelicus - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Panis Angelicus - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Ombra Mai Fu - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Ombra Mai Fu - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Go Down, Moses - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Go Down, Moses - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Funiculì, Funiculà - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Funiculì, Funiculà - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
A Cup of Coffee, a Sandwich, and You - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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A Cup of Coffee, a Sandwich, and You - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
Aloha Oe (Farewell to Thee) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
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Aloha Oe (Farewell to Thee) - Arranged by Christopher Alexander
We Are One (SSAA, a cappella) - Words and Music by Christopher Alexander
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We Are One (SSAA, a cappella) - Words and Music by Christopher Alexander
What a beautiful arrangement. Very inspirational.
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Beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!We Are One!
Yes we are!
This is a beautiful song!
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✝️ Excellent hymn! 🎵🎶 May the Lord bless thee forever and always! Amen!
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No matter what, share the word with whomever you can. Spread the love of music around to everyone!
What an underrated channel!This deserve many many many more views
Thank you for your comment! Still working at getting views, but every day is a new day for more.
Best Christmas song.
It's awesome!
Thanks Another Awesome Song
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Awesome music!
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I remember this!!
Me too. It was a lot of fun!
Nice, gives me sad movie vibes
Thank you! I hope it has inspired you in some fashion.
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