The oxford book of flexible carols is the perfect resource for choirs of all types and sizes. And although this book is a product of the music department at oxford university and contains a fair amount of musical arrangements and notations, it is still accessible to people who arent well versed in. Music and texts of 201 carols for the christmas season many in more than one setting, each with copious notes on historical backgrou. The oxford book of carols has been reprinted many times. Indexed from the 1998 paperback printing of the 1994 corrected edition. K12 schools, college bookstores, and other educational institutions with an oxford account will receive an educational discount when placing their order through our customer service department. The ancient tradition of the college is kept alive by the chaplain, fellows and students, who pray day by day for everyone here at lincoln. Aug 27, 2009 buy the oxford book of flexible carols spiralbound paperback by bullard, alan isbn.
The oxford book of flexible carols buy now in stretta sheet. A firm favorite with choirs for many years, this is a classic collection of traditional carols. Percy dearmer, ralph vaughan williams, martin shaw. The oxford book of flexible carols, edited alan bullard voices in 2, 3 and 4 parts and pianoorgan in the same format as the oxford book of flexible anthems this wide ranging anthology presents 56 carols new and old, all in new arrangements, suitable for choirs of any size or shape. It contains a handy table of for those interested in christmas carols especially those carols outside the standard, late 20th century, popular, american canon, the new oxford book of carols is an excellent resource. It contains 197 carols, most of which are for the christmas season, but some are for passiontide or easter, or for other seasons of the year.
The oxford book of carols, published in 1928, is still one of oxford s bestloved books among scholars, church choristers, and the vast number of people who enjoy singing carols. Music and texts of 201 carols for the christmas season many in more than one setting, each with copious notes on historical background and performance. The new oxford book of carols by choral score sheet music. The music, which is divided into composed carols and traditional carols, covers nine centuries of christmas music from around the world. The new oxford book of carols has been in my collection for several years in the hardcover form. With a fabulous range of accessible, quality material, this is.
The oxford book of flexible carols paperback alan bullard. M any books in my library have been used to gather information for the almanac feature of this blog. It was first published in 1928 by oxford university press and was edited by percy dearmer, martin shaw and ralph vaughan williams. Oxford university press shorter new oxford book of. Percy dearmer, ralph vaughan williams, and martin shaw, eds. Buy the oxford book of carols vocal score by dearmer, percy, vaughan williams, r. The most recent impression is dated 26 january 1984 and is still in print. However, i was not able to find my favourite carol silent night. American hymnody collection library areas of interest libguides. A firm favourite with choirs for many years, this is a classic c. These resources span over years more, if we count reprints. Lincoln college is located in the centre of oxford. Andrew parrott hugh keyte andrew parrott hugh keyte is the author of books such as the new oxford book of carols.
Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. With a fabulous range of accessible, quality material, including traditional favourites and carols written. The oxford book of flexible carols the perfect resource for every choir at christmas. Complete, fully searchable information about the oxford book of carols. The jacket describes the book as the most famous, the most complete, and the most widely used of all the carol books. With carols for advent, christmas, new year, and epiphany, and a fabulous range of accessible, quality material, this is a musthave collection for all choirs. Vaughan williams loved christmas and had a lifelong passion for carols, which manifested itself through his music but also his role as coeditor of the oxford book of carols. The oxford book of carols by percy dearmer and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It was first published in 1992 by oxford university press oup and was edited. The new oxford book of carols was published in 1992 by oup.
The oxford book of flexible carols by choral score sheet. Each piece is presented with flexible scoring options, clearly explained throughout, enabling performance by various combinations of singers. In addition to all the carols, both familiar and unfamiliar, there is a ton of information about the history of and the performance of carols. Please call customer service at 8005422442 8am 6pm est, monday to friday. Oxford university press shorter new oxford book of carols. John rutter the shepherds pipe carol, in rehearsal with the choir of merton college, oxford duration.
Covering nine centuries of christmas music from around the world, the book contains some 120 carefully selected carols, providing a mixture of popular and unfamiliar. Oxford book of flexible anthems, oxford university press. The collection contains the continue reading the oxford book of flexible carols. Aug 12, 2011 the oxford book of carols by percy dearmer, 1964, oxford university press edition, in english music ed. Dec 02, 2012 christmas carol singing in oxford, uk. The new oxford book of carols oxford university press. It became a widely used source of carols among choirs and church congregations in britain. Studying english at oxford allows one to gain a sense of the historical development of english from its origins to the present day. Oxford university press, music department, oxford and new york, 1994 notes. Mostly satb choir, accompanied and a cappella sheet music book by. University of oxford, annual report of the curators of the bodleian library for 197778. The oxford book of carols is a book about carols printed by oxford university press in 1956.
An anthology of items selected from the massive new oxford book of carols, which was immediately acclaimed on publication as the ultimate sourcebook for carol lovers and scholars. Reflecting significant developments in musicology over the past sixty years, it embodies a. It was reengraved and reset in a slightly larger format in 1964, at which time some of the medieval. Its also home to some wonderful music and regular prayer. A complete liturgical index is provided and all seasons of the church year are represented except christmas. The oxford book of carols 1964 edition open library. Two settings, both based on the tune collected by rvw. With a fabulous range of accessible, quality material, this is a must for all choirs at christmas. Andrew parrott hugh keyte books biography and list of. Where multiple versions of a hymn or carol exists, notes concerning the song will be found at the bottom of the first version. Thisthe performers edition of the massive new oxford book of carolsis a selection of 120 carols in 173 different settings. And to augment the information they contain, my study over the years has also involved web searches, emails, letters and phone calls to dig out the facts. The oxford book of carols by percy dearmer, 1964, oxford university press edition, in english music ed. Contents of christmas carol collections expository.
The new oxford book of carols by choral score sheet. The new oxford book of carols is a collection of vocal scores of christmas carols. Nov 05, 1992 the new oxford book of carols presents an authoritative anthology. It was first published in 1992 by oxford university press oup and was edited by hugh keyte and andrew parrott. The first year is devoted to the study of early medieval 65050, victorian 18301910, and modern 1910present literature. This volume is not intended to replace this classic but to supplement it. First published 1928, twentyfifth impression reengraved and reset 1964, fortythird impression 1999t. First published in 1928 the book has become the cornerstone for choirs and choral societies in the lead up to christmas. Oup discontinued this book for a while and i am glad to see its return. The oxford book of carols, published in 1928, is still one of oxfords bestloved books among scholars, church choristers, and the vast number of people who enjoy singing carols. Oxford handbook of music censorship oxford handbooks.
Weston library rare books named collection descriptions. It is a widely used source of carols in among choirs and church congregations in britain the collection was published as a successor to the oxford book of carols, originally published in 1928. In addition the library acquired some 64 volumes of ms material, including bywaters. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The new oxford book of carols clifford bartlett hugh keyte andrew parrott. From the moment you arrive at lincoln you will experience the warm and friendly atmosphere that is characteristic of the college, a fondness for which is shared by the community of students, fellows and staff alike. Oxford university press, london, new york, toronto, 1964. Shop and buy the new oxford book of carols sheet music. The oxford book of carols is a collection of vocal scores of christmas carols and carols of other seasons. Buy the oxford book of carols music ed by percy dearmer, r.
From old french carole, from old italian carola, from medieval latin choraula, a variant of choraules flute player accompanying a chorus dance, from ancient. Chapel is a beautiful space where lincoln members can go to get some peace. For those interested in christmas carols especially those carols outside the standard, late 20th century, popular, american canon, the new oxford book of carols is an excellent resource. A large collection of traditional english carols, as well as modern carols.
An anthology of items selected from the massive new oxford book of carols, which was immediately acclaimed on publication as the ultimate source book for carol lovers and scholars. The cambridge history of american music edited by david nicholls. Covering nine centuries of christmas music from around the world, the book contains some 120 carefully selected carols, providing a mixture of popular and unfamiliar material in straightforward settings. However, i was not able to find my favourite carol.
The oxford book of carols music edition percy dearmer, r. Unto us a boy is born based on puer nobis nascitur, translated by percy dearmer, the oxford book of carols, 1928 unto us a boy is born based on puer nobis nascitur, translated by hugh keyte and andrew parrott, the new oxford book of carols, 1992 unto us a child is born based on puer nobis nascitur. Each carol is presented with flexible scoring options, clearly explained throughout, enabling performance by various combinations of singers. Music and texts of 201 carols for the christmas season many in more than one setting, each with copious notes on historical background and. It is a widely used source of carols in among choirs and church congregations in britain. It was reengraved and reset in a slightly larger format in 1964, at which time some of the medieval carols were reedited. This volume is a collection of thirty indepth studies of music censorship from the eighth century to the present and covers music ranging from gregorian chant to. A firm favourite with choirs for many years, this is a classic collection of traditional carols.
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