Burton: Grandeur and Glory - Volume 2
Chorale Preludes for Reformation, Thanksgiving, All Saints, & Christ t
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Shipping Policy- Composer: Daniel Burton (1944-)
- Instrumentation: Organ
Description
The Fall Season
The weeks that end the Church year are part of what is known as Ordinary Time, the name deriving from the fact that the Sundays are numbered (ordered) in the lectionary . The season has also historically been known as Kingdomtide in some Protestant churches, a time to recognize the establishment of the church as the kingdom of God on earth . The season begins when Pentecost ends and continues until Christ the King Sunday closes it for the year .
While this extended period contains numerous Sundays without specific festivals, it includes four important celebrations: Reformation, Thanksgiving, All Saints and Christ the King .
Reformation is celebrated in both Protestant and Roman churches as a time of renewal and redirection, focusing on the eternal faithfulness of God throughout the ages . Opinions differ as to the exact date it is observed, though it falls either early or late in October .
Thanksgiving also is found on differing dates in various localities and rejoices in the generous resources we are given in our daily lives .
All Saints invites us to commune across the millennia with the hosts gone before, both officially canonized saints as well as those whose lives have intimately affected our own .
And finally, the Feast of Christ the King focuses on Christ as the Lord of the universe.
As in other volumes of this series, the registrations suggested are mere guides to the organist, with actual decisions relating to balance, contrast and overall effect left to the discerning ear of the musician.
-Daniel Burton, San Diego
Publishers use a lot of words to describe what they sell, and we know it can be confusing. We've tried to be as clear as possible to make sure you get exactly what you are looking for. Below are descriptions of the terms that we use to describe the various formats that music often comes in.
Choral Score
A score for vocalists that only contains the vocal lines. The instrumental parts are not there for reference. Generally, cheaper than a vocal score and requires multiple copies for purchase.
Facsimile
Reproductions of the original hand-written scores from the composer.
Full Score
For ensemble music, this indicates that the edition contains all parts on a single system (there are not separate parts for each player). In larger ensembles, this is for the conductor.
Hardcover
Hardbound. Generally either linen-covered or half-leather.
Orchestral Parts
Similar to a wind set, this is a collection of parts. In the case of strings, the numbers listed are the number of copies included, though generally these are available individually (often with minimum quantities required).
Paperback
When publishers offer multiple bindings (e.g. hardcover) or study scores, this is the "standard" version. If you're planning to play the music, this is probably what you want.
Performance / Playing Score
A score of the music containing all parts on one system, intended for players to share. There are not separate parts for each player.
Set of Parts
For ensemble music, this indicates that there are separate individual parts for each player.
Solo Part with Piano Reduction
For solo pieces with orchestra, this is a version that contains a piano reduction of the orchestra parts. For piano pieces, two copies are typically needed for performance.
Study Score
A small (think choral size) copy of the complete score meant for studying, and not playing. They make great add-ons when learning concertos and small chamber works.
Vocal Score
A score prepared for vocalists that includes the piano/organ part or a reduction of the instrumental parts.
Wind Set
For orchestral music, this is a collection of wind and percussion parts. The specific quantities of each instrument are notated.
With Audio
In addition to the printed music, the edition contains recordings of the pieces. This may be an included CD, or access to files on the internet.
With / Without Fingering (Markings)
Some publishers prepare two copies - a pure Urtext edition that includes no fingering (or bowing) suggestions and a lightly edited version that includes a minimal number of editorial markings.
Digital Download
Digital, PDF version of the score.
Burton: Grandeur and Glory - Volume 2
