Organ
Published by Lorenz
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Stemming from history’s joys and sorrows, African American spirituals comprise much of America’s most compelling sacred repertoire. For this volume, David Kidwell has written ten pieces, based on spirituals familiar and lesser known, suitable for worship throughout the year.
David Kidwell's love of nineteenth-century American hymn tunes shines forth in this collection of superb arrangements. Melodies from Sacred Harp and Southern Harmony traditions are included alongside other arrangements of varied character. Contained within are preludes, offertories, postludes, and even a setting to accompany congregational singing.
Each of the pieces in this distinctive collection by David Kidwell is a mash-up of two hymns presented in creative combination. Some of the hymn pairings share a liturgical season, some share a subject, and some share similar musical traits. Across the settings, the hymns are heard both separately and then in simultaneous combination.
The four pieces within "Mixture" provide the experienced organist with distinctive literature for recitals or special services. The deeply creative music by David Kidwell, Timothy Cooper, Lyndell Leatherman, and Iouri Grichetchkine displays the wide range of musical possibility that the organ offers.
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