Sicut Cervus and More Classics from the Choral Canon Wednesday, December 27, 2023
recommended by Jen Sper and Lisa Springer, School Choral Music Specialists
Sicut Cervus by G.P. da Palestrina/ed. Thomas Dunn. SATB a cappella
A pristine example of Italian Renaissance sacred literature for mixed choir. The Latin text is based on Psalm 42.
Daniel, Daniel, Servant of the Lord arr. Undine S. Moore, SSAATTBB a cappella
One of the great a cappella spiritual arrangements of all time, “Daniel, Daniel, Servant of the Lord” is a very popular selection in a variety of situations, and deservedly so!
Shenandoah arr. James Erb, SSAATTBB a cappella
James Erb’s classic eight-part (SSAATTBB) arrangement of the American folk song “Shenandoah” has taken its rightful place in our contemporary choral literature. It’s a winner!
The May Night by Johannes Brahms/arr. Arthur Frackenpohl, SATB with piano
With short sections for men only and women only, this is a popular contest/festival selection.
Set Me as a Seal by René Clausen, SATB a cappella
Quiet and relatively short in duration, this a cappella work is pensive and wonderfully expressive. Often selected for performance in contests and festivals, it has earned its reputation as a 20th century choral classic.
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About the Authors:
Jen Sper is a Choral Music Specialist here at Stanton’s Sheet Music. A native of Cincinnati, she holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baldwin Wallace College (now University) Conservatory of Music, and taught 7-12 choir, music theory, class piano, and drama in Southern Ohio before joining the Stanton’s team in 2006. An active choral singer and accompanist throughout the Central Ohio area, Jen can also often be found exploring the exciting restaurant, brewery, and theater scenes in Columbus, wandering through the local metro parks, visiting family around the Great Lakes, or at home with her very friendly cat.
Lisa Springer joined the Stanton’s choral staff in July 2023. She taught middle and high school choirs for 27 years in addition to serving as Artistic Director of the Columbus Women’s Chorus. She holds degrees from Heidelberg University and Cleveland Institute of Music. She has enjoyed an extensive professional singing career and continues to perform in the greater Columbus area. During her free time, she enjoys spending time in southern Ohio playing with her grandchildren.