Exultate Deo

Jesse Beulke
(sung in Latin)
This rhythmic and spirited setting of a Latin hymn of praise is characterized by
driving rhythms and changing meters. The piece is being premiered in these concerts.
Department of Music
Jesse, a senior music education major has published three compositions
while a student at Minnesota State.
Hodie Christus natus est Healey Willan (1880-1968)
(sung in Latin)
Composed by one of Canadas most famous and well-loved composers, this piece presents
portrays the dramatic moment as the angels bring the news of Christs birth.
O magnum mysterium Kevin Memley
(sung in Latin)
California-based pianist and composer began seriously composing choral music A Holiday Choral Concert
in the last fifteen years. In that time, he has risen to being one of the most popular
choral composers in the country. This beautiful setting of the traditional ancient text
employs rich harmonic textures and undulating cross-rhythms to
depict the awe and wonder of the text. featuring
Two Choruses from Messiah George Fredrick Handel (1685-1759)
1. And the Glory of the Lord
The University Chorale
2. His Yoke is Easy Aaron Humble, Conductor
Having been performed around the world every year since it was composed in and
1741, Messiah is perhaps the best-loved choral work of all time.
These first is based on the words of the prophet Isaiah The Concert Choir
who was writing centuries earlier about a coming Messiah.
The second chorus comes from the Gospel of Matthew describing Jesus. and
O Come All Ye Faithful Arr. Dan Forrest
Chamber Singers
Fum, Fum, Fum Arr. Howard Helvey
David Dickau, Conductor
Vonnie Elker and Darien Wohlrabe, pianists
The Concert Choir
David Dickau, conductor St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
Vonnie Elker, pianist Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016
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 Program
Lumen Abbie Betinis
(sung in Latin)
Receive the light and pass it on. I give that you may give.
From the composer, These two Latin aphorisms are of unknown date and
origin, but since the first (Lumen accipe et impreti) is a motto for many schools
around the world, I decided to make the music sound like one part is teaching
the next by using musical imitation, or echo. I also imagined the light growing a
little bit stronger each time it passes from singer to singer, so I started with small
intervals and gradually expanded them into larger leaps and longer scales.
Martha Lindberg, Handbells
There is No Rose of Such Virtue Stephen Caracciolo
(sung in Latin and English)
Based on a simple chant like melody, this piece alternates two motivic units
separated by Latin interjections: Alleluia, res miranda (marvelous thing), Pares
forma (equal in form), transeamus (let us go), and Gaudeamus (let us rejoice).
Furthering the echoes of chant singing, the rhythm alternates to follow the stress
and syllabification of the anonymous fifteenth century text that compares the
virgin Mary to a rose with whom there is no equal.
Huron Carol French Canadian Melody
Arranged by Mark Burrow and Jesse Edgar Middleton
Canadas oldest Christmas song, The Huron Carol was written in 1642 by Jean
de Brbeuf, a Jesuit Missionary living among the First Nation Huron people.
Originally written in the Huron/Wendat language the piece was called Jesous
Ahatonhia, meaning Jesus is born and was based on a familiar French tune. The
now familiar English text (preserving only a few Algonquian words) was written
by Middleton in the early 20th century. In todays performance you will hear the
words Gitchi Manitou which means Great Spirit.
Martha Lindberg, Oboe
Its the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Eddie Pola (1907-1995)
and George Wyle (1916-2003)
Arranged by Alan Billingsley
Written in 1963 for Andy Williams Christmas album, this familiar tune has
become a staple of the holiday repertoire. Celebrating the traditions and gathers
of families and friends, were grateful that youve come to join us to
kick off your holiday season this year.
The University Chorale
Aaron Humble, conductor
Darien Wohlrabe, pianist
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Exultate Deo Francis Poulenc (1899-1963)
(sung in Latin)
This exultant setting of Psalm 80 is a song of rejoicing featuring the French
composers unique harmonic palette. Poulencs harmonies make his music sound
as new and fresh as when the piece was composed in 1941.
Ubers Gebirg Maria Geht Johannes Eccard (1553-1611)
(sung in German)
Composed at the height of the Renaissance, this motet tells the story of Marys
journey to see her cousin Elizabeth to whom she announces that she will
give birth to Jesus. She then sings the famous Song of Mary:
My soul magnifies the Lord, my spirit rejoices in God.
O magnum mysterium Frank La Rocca
(sung in Latin)
Contemporary American composer Frank La Rocca captures the awe and mystery
of this ancient telling of the Christmas story: O great mystery and wondrous
sacrament, that animals should see the new-born Lord lying in their manger!
What Child is This? Arr. Darmon Meader
New York Voices singer and director Darmon Meader arranged this traditional
classic with style and grace. He preserves the dignity of the timeless carol with
elegant contemporary rhythms and harmonies.
Alec Otto and Samantha Lange, soloists
Vonnie Elker, pianist
The World for Christmas Anders Edenroth
Another contemporary composer/arranger and singer with the Swedish vocal jazz
ensemble The Real Group has composed the words and music for this piece. The
text reflects on what the author would like to give his young child for Christmas.
Deck the Hall Arr. John Rutter
Rutter arranged this traditional Welsh carol with great energy and flair. It is great
fun to sing and goes by very quickly so dont miss it!
The Chamber Singers
David Dickau, Conductor
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 Concert Choir The University Chorale

Soprano Tenor Bass Alto

Jenna Anderson (1) Dominic Abbott (2) Dale Anderson Deena Oberlander
Rachel Bonderman (1) Garrett Frycienski (2) Lucas Arndt Chloe Otness
Jasmine DAvilar (1) Felipe Escudero (2) Ben Clayton Sonja Psukene
Erika Dobie (1) Justin Moua (1) Walter Fuller Miah Rehm
Kelsie Dornquast (2) Ryan Muenchow (2) Cody Koss Olivia Schmidt
Arianna Dorschner (1) Max Nagel (1) Tyler MacFadyen Liesel Theusch
Angela Laine (2) Riki Olson (1) Alex Talamantes Dallas Weiss
Megan Littlepage (2) *Alec Otto (1) Mallory Wight
Emily Miller (1 ) Matthew Ruff (1) Tenor Margot Wight
Sarah Olson (2) Cory Strand (2) Malik Baxter-Hunter
Claire Paulsen (1) Charles Swift (2) Nick Gerhardt Soprano
Danielle Scholte (2) Aris Ututalum (1) Tony Hintze Allison Czaja
*Laura Schugel (1) Ryder Wahl (2) Jay Meyer Jenna Luong
Erica Thompson (2) Logan Sawatzke Carli Nelson
Clare Tichawa (1) Bass Nathan Talamantes Carrie Pospishil
Alison Whinery (2) Daniel Arends (2) Austin Yardley Danielle Roscovius
Alyssa Winch (2) Jens Forbord (1) Devin Schimmin
Adam Guss (2) Shannon Webskowski
Jonah Kenyon (1)
Alto Brady McDonald (1) Chamber Singers
Amanda Besser (2) Max McDonald (1)
Ally Christiansen (2) Jay Meyer (1)
Leah Danko (1) Jacob Rachuy (2) Soprano Tenor
Anastasia Ellis (2) Jenna Anderson Garrett Frycienski
Joseph Schuh (2)
Addie Forbord (1) Jasmine DAvilar Max Nagel
Joe Shearer (1)
Bridget Forst (2) Erika Dobie Alec Otto
John Sosa (1)
Josephine Fritsch (1) Laura Schugel Matthew Ruff
Ricky Thedens (1)
Shanelle Froehle (1) Clare Tichawa Ryder Wahl
Austin Vezina (2)
Sarah Johnson (2) Brandon Weideman (2)
Alice Kim (1) *Cory Westgard (2) Alto Bass
*Samantha Lange (2) Ally Christiansen Jens Forbord
Ana Leyva (1) * Officer Shanelle Froehle Adam Guss
Ginny Stone (1) Sarah Johnson Jonah Kenyon
Brianna Strandberg (1) Samantha Lange John Sosa
Addeline Theis (2) Sarah Olson Cory Westgard
Taylor Yliniemi (1)
*Jerusha Zimmerman (2)