“A Festival Gloria” is a majestic 8-minute choral work, composed by Allan Robert Petker, that embodies the spirit of celebration and devotion. This SATB choral score is set to the traditional Gloria In Excelsis Deo text, with 3 distinct sections that flow seamlessly together.
The piece begins with an exuberant and rhythmic “Gloria” section, followed by a poignant and stirring “miserere” middle section. The final “et in terra pax” section brings a sense of assurance and comfort, creating a powerful conclusion to the work.
A Festival Gloria: Flexible Performance Options for Any Ensemble
This versatile piece is suitable for both Christmas and non-seasonal performances, and can be accompanied by piano or orchestra. For those looking to add extra grandeur, rental options are available for brass quintet, chamber orchestra, and full orchestra.
With its medium difficulty level and traditional style, “A Festival Gloria” is an excellent choice for school and church choirs looking to make a meaningful impact through music.
Hear the composer talk about his composition in this 3-minute sampler.
In a fluid 8-minute journey, the piece unfolds through 3 distinct sections: a vibrant and rhythmic “Gloria” opening, a heartfelt and evocative “miserere” middle, and a soothing and reassuring “et in terra pax” finale.
A Festival Gloria – Gloria In Excelsis Deo – SATB – Choral Score
$4.99
A Festival Gloria
Description:
This 8-minute work has 3 distinct sections that flow together without stopping. The opening ”Gloria” section is exuberant and rhythmic. The ”miserere” middle section is poignant and stirring. The ”et in terra pax” section is assuring and comforting. An excellent Christmas or non-seasonal work.
Important! There are three accompaniment options for this work that are RENTAL ONLY, available at Rentals@FredBock.com
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P8022 Brass Quintet – 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, 1 Tuba, 2 Percussion, Timpani, Piano, and full score.
P8021 Chamber Orchestra – 2 Horns, 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, 1 Tuba, 2 Percussion, Timpani, Strings, Piano, and full score.
P8020 Full Orchestra – 1 Flute, I Oboe, 1 Clarinet, 1 Bassoon, 2 Horn, 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, 1 Tuba, Timpani, 2 Percussion, Harp, Strings, Piano, and full score.
Purchasing Options:
• SATB Choral Score
• SATB Choral Score Digital
Additional Information:
Catalog #: P8019
Voicing: Choral Score, SATB
Composer: Allan Robert Petker
Text: Liturgical Latin
Accompaniment: Piano or Orchestra
Instrumentation:
• Brass Quintet (P8022): 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, 1 Tuba, 2 Percussion, Timpani, Piano, and full score
• Chamber Orchestra (P8021): 2 Horns, 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, 1 Tuba, 2 Percussion, Timpani, Strings, Piano, and full score
• Full Orchestra (P8020): 1 Flute, 1 Oboe, 1 Clarinet, 1 Bassoon, 2 Horns, 2 Trumpets, 2 Trombones, 1 Tuba, Timpani, 2 Percussion, Harp, Strings, Piano, and full score
Style: Traditional
Release Date: 2022 Pavane Publishing
Content: School and Church
Season: Christmas
Difficulty: Medium
Publisher: Pavane Publishing
Allan Robert Petker has built a distinguished career as a composer and educator, with a prolific output of over 250 published works. His expertise spans multiple facets of the music industry, including publishing, performance, and education, cementing his reputation as a leading figure in his field.
