Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd
Learning Tracks 

Sheet music available at willtodd.co.uk/
Published by Boosey and Hawkes
© Boosey and Hawkes

Soprano – Hilary Cronin
Alto – Hilary Cronin
Tenor – Will Todd
Bass – Will Todd
Piano – Will Todd
Bass – Gareth Huw Davies
Drums – Jim Fleeman

Other Info: Written for Portsmouth Cathedral with funds from The Groves Legacy

Will Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd’s characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmanship, it is suitable for performance both liturgically and as part of a concert by mixed choirs of all abilities. The work can be accompanied by piano alone (as written or extemporised), jazz trio (piano, bass and drums) or jazz ensemble (alto saxophone, 2 trumpets and jazz trio – parts available separately).

Composer's note:
In writing Jazz Missa Brevis for Portsmouth Cathedral Choir, I have aimed to create simple and lasting music that will work equally well in liturgy or in concert. Drawing on my own piano playing style, all of the movements began life as extended improvisations which I then honed and developed into the completed movements. I hope this ensures that there is a genuine jazz ‘heart’ to each of the sections. In the same way that I would in a jazz gig, I’ve made sure there is a contrast of rhythmic feels between the movements. I hope singers, musicians and conductors will enjoy performing this piece as much as I have enjoyed writing it!

Jazz Missa Brevis Audio Learning Tracks

Jasmin Reda, Soprano
Monika Zirngast, Alto
Jan Petryka, Tenor
Klemens Sander, Basso

Chorus and Orchestra conducted by Florian C. Reithner

J. Haydn - Missa in angustiis, "Nelson Mass", Hob. XXII:11 in D Minor: Kyrie

Elements (2013)
I. Earth (0:00)
II. Air (5:35)
III. Fire (6:46)
IV. Water (8:41)
Composed by Katerina Gimon and performed by Laurier Singers on March 22, 2014 at First United Church, 16 William Street West, Waterloo. **Purchase scores: Elements is available as a set and as individual movements via Cypress Choral Music: http://cypresschoral.com/Composers/Gimon.html

Elements was awarded 1st prize in the Godfrey Ridout Category of the 2016 SOCAN Young Composers Competition, the Ellen Taaffe Zwilich Prize in the IAWM 2014 Search for New Music, and 2nd prize in the Vancouver Chamber Choir's 12th biannual Young Composer' Competition (2015).

http://www.katerinagimon.com/

Elements: I)Earth, II)Air, III)Fire, IV)Water

Todd Christus Est Stella Blossom Street Regent Hall 2015

Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd
Learning Track Benedictus Tenor

Sheet music available at https://willtodd.co.uk/
Published by Boosey and Hawkes
© Boosey and Hawkes

Soprano – Hilary Cronin
Alto – Hilary Cronin
Tenor – Will Todd
Bass – Will Todd
Piano – Will Todd
Bass – Gareth Huw Davies
Drums – Jim Fleeman

Other Info: Written for Portsmouth Cathedral with funds from The Groves Legacy

Will Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd’s characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmanship, it is suitable for performance both liturgically and as part of a concert by mixed choirs of all abilities. The work can be accompanied by piano alone (as written or extemporised), jazz trio (piano, bass and drums) or jazz ensemble (alto saxophone, 2 trumpets and jazz trio – parts available separately).

Composer's note:
In writing Jazz Missa Brevis for Portsmouth Cathedral Choir, I have aimed to create simple and lasting music that will work equally well in liturgy or in concert. Drawing on my own piano playing style, all of the movements began life as extended improvisations which I then honed and developed into the completed movements. I hope this ensures that there is a genuine jazz ‘heart’ to each of the sections. In the same way that I would in a jazz gig, I’ve made sure there is a contrast of rhythmic feels between the movements. I hope singers, musicians and conductors will enjoy performing this piece as much as I have enjoyed writing it!

WILL TODD

Tenor Benedictus Learning Track from Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd

Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd
Learning Track Sanctus Bass

Sheet music available at https://willtodd.co.uk/
Published by Boosey and Hawkes
© Boosey and Hawkes

Soprano – Hilary Cronin
Alto – Hilary Cronin
Tenor – Will Todd
Bass – Will Todd
Piano – Will Todd
Bass – Gareth Huw Davies
Drums – Jim Fleeman

Other Info: Written for Portsmouth Cathedral with funds from The Groves Legacy

Will Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd’s characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmanship, it is suitable for performance both liturgically and as part of a concert by mixed choirs of all abilities. The work can be accompanied by piano alone (as written or extemporised), jazz trio (piano, bass and drums) or jazz ensemble (alto saxophone, 2 trumpets and jazz trio – parts available separately).

Composer's note:
In writing Jazz Missa Brevis for Portsmouth Cathedral Choir, I have aimed to create simple and lasting music that will work equally well in liturgy or in concert. Drawing on my own piano playing style, all of the movements began life as extended improvisations which I then honed and developed into the completed movements. I hope this ensures that there is a genuine jazz ‘heart’ to each of the sections. In the same way that I would in a jazz gig, I’ve made sure there is a contrast of rhythmic feels between the movements. I hope singers, musicians and conductors will enjoy performing this piece as much as I have enjoyed writing it!

Bass Sanctus Learning Track from Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd

Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd
Learning Track Kyrie Bass

Sheet music available at https://willtodd.co.uk/
Published by Boosey and Hawkes
© Boosey and Hawkes

Soprano – Hilary Cronin
Alto – Hilary Cronin
Tenor – Will Todd
Bass – Will Todd
Piano – Will Todd
Bass – Gareth Huw Davies
Drums – Jim Fleeman

Other Info: Written for Portsmouth Cathedral with funds from The Groves Legacy

Will Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd’s characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmanship, it is suitable for performance both liturgically and as part of a concert by mixed choirs of all abilities. The work can be accompanied by piano alone (as written or extemporised), jazz trio (piano, bass and drums) or jazz ensemble (alto saxophone, 2 trumpets and jazz trio – parts available separately).

Composer's note:
In writing Jazz Missa Brevis for Portsmouth Cathedral Choir, I have aimed to create simple and lasting music that will work equally well in liturgy or in concert. Drawing on my own piano playing style, all of the movements began life as extended improvisations which I then honed and developed into the completed movements. I hope this ensures that there is a genuine jazz ‘heart’ to each of the sections. In the same way that I would in a jazz gig, I’ve made sure there is a contrast of rhythmic feels between the movements. I hope singers, musicians and conductors will enjoy performing this piece as much as I have enjoyed writing it!

Bass Kyrie Learning Track from Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd

Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd
Learning Track Gloria Bass

Sheet music available at https://willtodd.co.uk/
Published by Boosey and Hawkes
© Boosey and Hawkes

Soprano – Hilary Cronin
Alto – Hilary Cronin
Tenor – Will Todd
Bass – Will Todd
Piano – Will Todd
Bass – Gareth Huw Davies
Drums – Jim Fleeman

Other Info: Written for Portsmouth Cathedral with funds from The Groves Legacy

Will Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd’s characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmanship, it is suitable for performance both liturgically and as part of a concert by mixed choirs of all abilities. The work can be accompanied by piano alone (as written or extemporised), jazz trio (piano, bass and drums) or jazz ensemble (alto saxophone, 2 trumpets and jazz trio – parts available separately).

Composer's note:
In writing Jazz Missa Brevis for Portsmouth Cathedral Choir, I have aimed to create simple and lasting music that will work equally well in liturgy or in concert. Drawing on my own piano playing style, all of the movements began life as extended improvisations which I then honed and developed into the completed movements. I hope this ensures that there is a genuine jazz ‘heart’ to each of the sections. In the same way that I would in a jazz gig, I’ve made sure there is a contrast of rhythmic feels between the movements. I hope singers, musicians and conductors will enjoy performing this piece as much as I have enjoyed writing it!

Bass Gloria Learning Track from Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd

Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd
Learning Track Benedictus Bass

Sheet music available at https://willtodd.co.uk/
Published by Boosey and Hawkes
© Boosey and Hawkes

Soprano – Hilary Cronin
Alto – Hilary Cronin
Tenor – Will Todd
Bass – Will Todd
Piano – Will Todd
Bass – Gareth Huw Davies
Drums – Jim Fleeman

Other Info: Written for Portsmouth Cathedral with funds from The Groves Legacy

Will Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd’s characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmanship, it is suitable for performance both liturgically and as part of a concert by mixed choirs of all abilities. The work can be accompanied by piano alone (as written or extemporised), jazz trio (piano, bass and drums) or jazz ensemble (alto saxophone, 2 trumpets and jazz trio – parts available separately).

Composer's note:
In writing Jazz Missa Brevis for Portsmouth Cathedral Choir, I have aimed to create simple and lasting music that will work equally well in liturgy or in concert. Drawing on my own piano playing style, all of the movements began life as extended improvisations which I then honed and developed into the completed movements. I hope this ensures that there is a genuine jazz ‘heart’ to each of the sections. In the same way that I would in a jazz gig, I’ve made sure there is a contrast of rhythmic feels between the movements. I hope singers, musicians and conductors will enjoy performing this piece as much as I have enjoyed writing it!

Bass Benedictus Learning Track from Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd

Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd
Learning Track Agnus Dei Bass

Sheet music available at https://willtodd.co.uk/
Published by Boosey and Hawkes
© Boosey and Hawkes

Soprano – Hilary Cronin
Alto – Hilary Cronin
Tenor – Will Todd
Bass – Will Todd
Piano – Will Todd
Bass – Gareth Huw Davies
Drums – Jim Fleeman

Other Info: Written for Portsmouth Cathedral with funds from The Groves Legacy

Will Todd’s Jazz Missa Brevis gives new life to the sung Latin Mass texts in an accessible, short setting which embraces a variety of jazz styles, from the swinging jazz waltz Kyrie to the up-beat Latin-groove Gloria. The smooth jazz ballad Sanctus, 7/8 Benedictus and soulful Agnus Dei complete this inspiring Mass setting. Underpinned by Todd’s characteristic jazz harmonies and melodic craftsmanship, it is suitable for performance both liturgically and as part of a concert by mixed choirs of all abilities. The work can be accompanied by piano alone (as written or extemporised), jazz trio (piano, bass and drums) or jazz ensemble (alto saxophone, 2 trumpets and jazz trio – parts available separately).

Composer's note:
In writing Jazz Missa Brevis for Portsmouth Cathedral Choir, I have aimed to create simple and lasting music that will work equally well in liturgy or in concert. Drawing on my own piano playing style, all of the movements began life as extended improvisations which I then honed and developed into the completed movements. I hope this ensures that there is a genuine jazz ‘heart’ to each of the sections. In the same way that I would in a jazz gig, I’ve made sure there is a contrast of rhythmic feels between the movements. I hope singers, musicians and conductors will enjoy performing this piece as much as I have enjoyed writing it!

Bass Agnus Dei Learning Track from Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd

"My Plea" is a piece scored for mixed choir and cello solo. It was composed as part of my undergraduate honors thesis which was centered around a poem written by the WWII Japanese Internment survivor, Mary T. Matsuzawa. Through the use of two main contrasting themes, I sought to illustrate both the suffering she experienced while interned at Gila River War Relocation Center (via an "A theme" written in minor mode) as well as the hope and comfort she found through her faith in God (via a "B theme" written in major mode). 

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My Plea

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https://youtu.be/hqMh3QYpCXw

〰️ I have journeyed through time and through space, 
I'm so grateful… truly grateful.
And the many tomorrows will find me even more grateful 
Grateful for me, for you … for us 
And for the life we shared 〰️

Obi's Song

A setting of Mary Frye's poem "Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep" for SATB choir - no divisi (would suit four solo voices) - ideal for memorials or similar occasions.

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To The Mountain

Do Not Stand At My Grave and Weep

Gloria From Charles Bernstein's MASS

Contradanza 
July 2016
Duration: 3:00
For Contemporary Dance
For strings, woodwinds, virtual brass, guitar and percussion 


Contradanza

The Little Mermaid - her Song (feat. Oddrun Eikli - Vocals)
February 2018
Duration: 2:55
Vocals: Oddrun Eikli (@oddrun-eikli)
Listen to more music featuring Oddrun Eikli:
soundcloud.com/bruce-klepper-1/sets/magical-music-feat-oddrun
Painting by Marie-Jose Payannet
The scene is for the Little Mermaid who sings of the delights to be found at home at the bottom of the sea and for her longing to rise up and see the wonders of the Earth..
For Modern Dance / Contemporary Ballet 
Music for Danse Etoile Ballet (www.danseetoile.org) who will be performing The Little Mermaid Ballet June 2018 in Colorado.
For voice, strings, harp, celeste, bowed chamber bowls and percussion.

Tenor Benedictus Learning Track from Jazz Missa Brevis by Will Todd

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