Music of Stephen Shewan

On this CD:

1. The Voice of the Lord in the Storm
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

2. Magnificat, for soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, brass & organ Magnify the Lord
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

3. Magnificat, for soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, brass & organ For He Has Regarded the Low Estate of His Handmaid
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

4. Magnificat, for soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, brass & organ For Behold, All Generations Shall Call Him Blessed
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

5. Magnificat, for soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, brass & organ He Has Shown Strength
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

6. Magnificat, for soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, brass & organ He Has Scattered the Proud
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

7. Magnificat, for soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, brass & organ He Has Filled the Hungry with Good Things
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

8. Magnificat, for soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, brass & organ He Has Helped His Servant Israel
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Kimberly Higgins, Ann Musser Honeywell, Barbara Hull, Kirk Kettinger, Paul Shewan, Erin Stedman, Nanita Wilson

9. A Feast of Carols, for soprano, baritone, brass, & chorus Now Is Christmas Y-Come
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Jill Richardson
Conducted by Robert Shewan

10. A Feast of Carols, for soprano, baritone, brass, & chorus I Heard A Mess Of Merry Shepherds Sing
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Jill Richardson
Conducted by Robert Shewan

11. A Feast of Carols, for soprano, baritone, brass, & chorus In Bethlehem, That Fair City
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Jill Richardson
Conducted by Robert Shewan

12. A Feast of Carols, for soprano, baritone, brass, & chorus This Time Is Born Our Saviour
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Jill Richardson
Conducted by Robert Shewan

13. A Feast of Carols, for soprano, baritone, brass, & chorus When Christ Was Born of Mary Free
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Alexander Burgess, Jill Richardson
Conducted by Robert Shewan

14. Of Animals and Insects: A Musical Zoo, after Ogden Nash The Brat
Composed by Stephen Shewan

Conducted by Robert Shewan

15. Of Animals and Insects: A Musical Zoo, after Ogden Nash The Praying Mantis
Composed by Stephen Shewan

Conducted by Robert Shewan

16. Of Animals and Insects: A Musical Zoo, after Ogden Nash The Lama
Composed by Stephen Shewan

Conducted by Robert Shewan

17. The Widow's Lament in Springtime
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Stephen Shewan, Amy Anderson, Rebecca Patterson, Jill Richardson

18. String quartet No 1 Song
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Ad Hoc String Quartet, David Belden, Diedre Buckley, Paul Vanderwerf, Richard Yeo

19. String quartet No 1 Dance I
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Ad Hoc String Quartet, David Belden, Diedre Buckley, Paul Vanderwerf, Richard Yeo

20. String quartet No 1 Elegy
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Ad Hoc String Quartet, David Belden, Diedre Buckley, Paul Vanderwerf, Richard Yeo

21. String quartet No 1 Dance II
Composed by Stephen Shewan
Performed by Ad Hoc String Quartet, David Belden, Diedre Buckley, Paul Vanderwerf, Richard Yeo

Music of Stephen Shewan, Music, Kimberly Higgins, Alexander Burgess, Rebecca Patterson, Richard Yeo, Stephen Shewan, Robert Shewan, Ad Hoc String Quartet, Roberts Wesleyan College Chorale and Wind Ensemble, Nanita Wilson, Amy Anderson, Ann Musser Honeywell, Stephen Shewan, Erin Stedman, Jill Richardson, Robert Dingman, Scott Emmons, Barbara Hull, Paul Shewan, Kirk Kettinger, Kurt Kettinger, Diedre Buckley, David Belden, Paul Vanderwerf, Chamber, Choral, Choral Music, Classical, Classical Composers, Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous Music, Quartet for Four String Instruments, Solo Voice(s) and Small Ensemble, Vocal, Vocal Music
The Road Less Traveled: Byways of American Music
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 The Road Less Traveled: Byways of American Music

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ASIN: B000ARTMZW
Release Date: 2005-09-01

Tracks:

  1. Celebration Overture
  2. Frostiana
  3. Te Deum Laudamus
  4. For Dancing Hearts and Tunes
  5. Light
  6. Land of Rest
  7. Psalm 150

Product Description

This is a wonderful collection for fans of American composers and choral works alike. Stephen Shewan writes music in all media but has a special affinity for vocal and ensemble works (these can be heard on an earlier Albany release, TROY149). The Celebration Overture, written in honor of the 50th anniversary of KUHF-FM, Houston, Texas, is both celebratory and optimistic. Much of the same spirit carries over to For Dancing Hearts and Tunes while the two other choral pieces reflect a more meditative mood. Randall Thompson didn't compose a particularly large catalog of works but his choral works (which can be heard by these same forces on TROY362) and his beloved Symphony No.2 have assured him a place in the American repertoire. Frostiana, based on Robert Frost poems, is as perfect an example of his charm and nationalistic spirit as one could hope to hear. Ron Nelson writes some of the most exuberant music for band ever composed, and you might remember his wonderfully breezy Savannah River Holiday recorded so many years ago by Howard Hanson. The Te Deum was commissioned by the United States Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants. It is a work full of color, splendor and rich sonorities. Finally we have a work by the Czech-born Nelhybel, a truly prolific composer (over 400 published works) who really deserves greater exposure. The Psalm 150 is a rich, reverent work. The Roberts Wesleyan College Chorale is noted for its unique sound and performs regularly with the Rochester Philharmonic in a wide-ranging repertoire.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars More!.......2005-12-29

When listening to the first track on the recording, I was struck by the resemblance to an American composer not even represented on the album, Aaron Copland. It is always dangerous to say this - I do not mean the the composer has in any way copied Copland, but that the celebratory spirit evident reminds me of the spirit present in Copland's work. My only complaint about this wonderful performance is that it leaves one wanting more - I could wish for a large work/suite. I also must single out Shewan's "For Dancing Hearts and Tunes" as another such example of Americana.

The performance by the Roberts Wesleyan Chorale is exemplary, although the voices seem somewhat muted, almost background to the instruments (this being the reason that I rated the recording 4 stars instead of 5).

The performances on the remainder of the compositions are very good to excellent, particularly on "Choose Something Like Star" from Randall Thompson's "Frostiana" and Ron Nelson's "Te Deum Laudamus".

This recording would certainly be a must-have for any collection of chorale music, let alone collections of American music.
American Voices II
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    		American Voices II

    Manufacturer: Dead Line
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    ASIN: B000025UHD
    Release Date: 1993-09-11
    Parables of God and Man: Music of Stephen Shewan, Vol. 2
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • A diverse collection of beautiful music...
    • a major contemporary composer
    • a major contemporary composer
    • The New Randall Thompson
    		 Parables of God and Man: Music of Stephen Shewan, Vol. 2

    Manufacturer: Albany Records
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
    PsalmsPsalms | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
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    ASIN: B00003XAU9
    Release Date: 2000-01-25

    Tracks:

    1. Elegy For String Orchestra: God Shall Wipe Away All Tears
    2. The Prodigal Son: There Was A Man
    3. The Prodigal Son: He Squandered His Money
    4. The Prodigal Son: No One Gave Him Anything
    5. The Prodigal Son: Father I Have Sinned
    6. The Prodigal Son: He Arose And Went To His Father
    7. The Prodigal Son: My Son Was Lost, But Now Is Found
    8. The Prodigal Son: Celebrate!
    9. The Prodigal Son: What Is All This Music And Dancing?
    10. The Prodigal Son: I Will Not Go!
    11. The Prodigal Son: You Are Always With Me
    12. Suite For Trumpet And Piano: Introit, Let All The World Keep Silence
    13. Suite For Trumpet And Piano: The Peace, Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled
    14. Suite For Trumpet And Piano: Alleluia, Make A Joyful Noise Unto The Lord
    15. King David's Dance: And David Danced Before God With All His Might
    16. Come, Risen Lord: Do This Always In Remembrance Of Me
    17. Awake My Soul - Morning Has Broken: And God Said, Let There Be Light!
    18. Psalm 98: Sing Unto The Lord A New Song

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars A diverse collection of beautiful music..........2005-01-03

    This CD soars from the first, interspersing lush choral tracks with equally evocative instrumental pieces. Shewan's writing has a rare emotional assurance that strengthens the music's spiritual import while allowing it to resonate with any listener. 'King David's Dance' paints especially vivid scenes from a familiar story, with its exciting rhythmic drive and creative instrumentation providing the base for this fascinating work. The CD as a whole pivots quickly from haunting passages to whirling melodies, catching up the listener and refusing to release him until long after the last note. I highly recommend this and Shewan's other CD's and keep my fingers crossed for more from this very talented composer!

    5 out of 5 stars a major contemporary composer.......2001-08-04

    With what lyricism, what passionate skill, what heighth and depth and breadth of feeling and thought Shewan creates music! In his "Prodigal Son" Oratorio alone, one feels the power of creative and redemptive love as if experiencing it for the first time. In similar fashion, "King David's Dance" is exhilarating and the "Suite for Trumpet and Piano" uplifting. Shewan's major talent makes this disc an essential, constant source of joy.

    5 out of 5 stars a major contemporary composer.......2001-08-04

    With what lyricism, what passionate skill, what heighth and depth and breadth of feeling and thought Shewan creates music! In his "Prodigal Son" Oratorio alone, one feels the power of creative and redemptive love as if experiencing it for the first time. In similar fashion, "King David's Dance" is exhilarating and the "Suite for Trumpet and Piano" uplifting. Shewan's major talent makes this disc an essential, constant source of joy.

    5 out of 5 stars The New Randall Thompson.......2000-02-24

    The choral music of Stephen Shewan fills a void in American music today. The music is actually enjoyable to listen to, and the performance is top notch. "Elegy for Strings", although written in homage to Samuel Barber's "Adagio", is in his own distinct vocabulary and style. Enjoy!
    A Victorian Sunday
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      		A Victorian Sunday

      Manufacturer: Saydisc
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      ASIN: B00000451U
      Release Date: 1994-04-20

      Tracks:

      1. Old Favourites: I) Abide W. Me-G/II) Judas Maccabaeus-F/III) The Lost Chord (Sullivan)-H...
      2. Hundredth Psalm (All People That On Earth Do Dwell) A, B, L, & C
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      5. Christians Awake: H & L
      6. Rock Of Ages: H, K, Land F
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      9. Austria (Glorious Things Of Thee Are Spoken) D, J, & G
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      Music of Stephen Shewan
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Excellent work
      		 Music of Stephen Shewan

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      ASIN: B0000049OG
      Release Date: 1995-12-01

      Tracks:

      1. The Voice of the Lord In The Storm
      2. Magnificat
      3. For he has regarded the low estate of his handmaiden
      4. For behold, all generations shall call him blessed
      5. He has shown strength
      6. He has scattered the proud
      7. He has filled the hungry with good things
      8. He has helped his servant Israel
      9. Now Is Christmas Y-Come
      10. I Heard A Mess Of Merry Sheperds Sing
      11. In Bethlehem, That Fair City
      12. This time Is Born Our Savior
      13. When Christ Was Born Of Mary Free
      14. The Bat
      15. The Praying Mantis
      16. The Lama
      17. The Widow's Lament In Springtime
      18. Song
      19. Elegy
      20. Dance I
      21. Dance II

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars Excellent work.......2002-07-10

      What a great album! Moving and full of life, this CD is a spiritual message to all who hear it. The instrumentalists are great and the composer is extremely talented. A must-have!

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