R. Vaughan Williams Boeken

Cantata for women's chorus with orchestra, or strings and piano Material is available on hire

This choral composition by English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams is a beautiful and complex piece of music that has been performed by choirs around the world. A must-have for any choral music enthusiast or performer.

The book features Vaughan Williams' musical adaptation of four poems by George Herbert from the 1633 collection, The Temple: Sacred Poems. Composed between 1906 and 1911, it premiered under the composer's direction at the Three Choirs Festival in 1911. This large-format score is a digitally enhanced reissue of the original 1911 edition, designed for rehearsal pianists and vocal soloists. Unlike many on-demand scores, it ensures readability with thoroughly checked images and includes all necessary pages for practical use.

Featuring a new, more readable musical notation, this edition of Vaughan Williams' beloved songs includes downloadable piano accompaniment for home practice. It also provides a historical introduction to the composer and his work, enriching the reader's understanding of the music's context and significance.

The orchestral cycle Songs of Travel features settings of poems by Robert Louis Stevenson, showcasing a blend of historical and contemporary orchestration. Three new songs are orchestrated by the composer himself from 1905, while the remaining pieces were arranged by Roy Douglas in 1960, including the previously lost epilogue "I have trod the upward and the downward path." Douglas reflects on his choices in orchestration, aiming for a balance between Vaughan Williams' original style and his own, resulting in a distinctly British interpretation of the music.

The serene romance for solo violin and orchestra or piano captures the essence of a lark's song, inspired by George Meredith's poem. Vaughan Williams's composition is celebrated for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth. This new edition features a violin and piano score, enhanced by a preface from Michael Kennedy, offering insights into the work's significance and context.