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The Oratorio Anthology
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Piano, Vocal (Soprano) - Difficulty: medium-difficult to difficult
SKU: HL.747058
The Vocal Library Soprano. Composed by Various. Arranged by Richard Walters. The Vocal Library. Baroque and Classical Period. Collection. With vocal melody, piano accompaniment, translations, introductory text and lyrics. 223 pages. Hal Leonard #747058. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.747058).ISBN 9780793525058. UPC: 073999470581. 8.5x11 inches. Edited by Richard Walters.
This is the most serious and useful collection yet published of solo arias from oratorios, masses and cantatas. The literature is confined to work by major composers, and by-passes the dated oratorio literature found in previous collections. The most famous music is here, and so is interesting and less famous music by masters. There are new music engravings for each aria, and extensive historical notes and translations. Solo instrumental obbligato parts, which can be cut from the book, are included on appropriate selections.
- Quia respexit
- Tune the soft melodious lute
- Oh! Had I Jubal's Lyre
- O liberty, thou choicest treasure
- Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion
- Let The Bright Seraphim
- Quis non posset
- Laudamus te
- Laudate Dominum
- Cujus animam gementem
- Domine Deus
- I Know That My Redeemer Liveth
- If God be for us
- Vidit suum dulcem natum
- Inflammatus et accensus
- Bid the Virtues, bid the Graces
- Auf Starkem Fittige (On Mighty Pens)
- Hear Ye, Israel! (Hore Israel)
- Ich Folge Dir Gleichfalls (I Follow Thee)
- Ich Will Dir Mein Herze Schenken (Lord, To Thee My Heart Is Given)
- My Faithful Heart (Mein Glaubiges Herz)
- Blute Nur, Du Liebes Herz (Bleed And Break, Thou Loving Heart)
- Seufzer, Thranen, Kummer, Noth (Sighing, Weeping)
- Welche Labung Fur Die Sinne (O How Pleasing)
- Zerfliesse, Mein Herze (My Heart Breaks)
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 7 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Solid Resource for Intermediate Students
This anthology is an excellent addition for serious intermediate to advanced soprano students. The new music engravings make for clear reading, which is crucial for tackling Baroque and Classical rhythm and phrasing. While the 'medium-difficult to difficult' level requires dedication, the historical notes and translations offer great teaching points. A highly useful collection for developing vocal technique and understanding stylistic nuances.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Fulfilling Challenge for Oratorio Lovers!
I absolutely love this collection! As an adult learner, I'm finding the 'medium-difficult to difficult' pieces a rewarding challenge. It's so fulfilling to work through these beautiful Baroque and Classical oratorio arias by 'Various' masters. The authentic arrangements for piano and voice really make you feel like you're performing the real thing. Highly recommend for passionate hobbyists seeking growth!
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David K.
December 15, 2025
Indispensable for Soprano Coaching
This anthology is a top-tier resource for any collaborative pianist or vocal coach working with sopranos. The 'medium-difficult to difficult' settings provide substantial piano support, characteristic of Baroque and Classical styles, without merely doubling the vocal line. 'Extensive historical notes and translations' are invaluable for contextual understanding and coaching. An essential collection for a serious vocal studio.
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Paul P.
August 18, 2011
The Oratorio Anthology - soprano
An excellent collection of classic solos for soprano and organ/piano.
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Jean
August 08, 2011
The Vocal Library - Soprano
This is a good collection of standard oratorio arias for soprano. What a shame there is no accompaniment CD.
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Anonymous
June 02, 2011
Oratorio Anthology - Soprano
Great music, awful type setting. The words are tiny and far from the notes. The measures are too spread out, necessitating huge amounts of page turns.
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Annette
May 26, 2011
The Oratorio Anthrology
This is a very good book for those who love the sacred classics in their original language. Unlike other books that have the usual standards, many of the pieces here are the works of the Great Masters, Bach, Handel, etc. and some of the works are from the pre Baroque period. There is also at least one piece suited for the Coloratura Soprano. All in all I recommend this book.
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