CGA1313 Dona Nobis Pacem (Choral Score)
Description
This arrangement of Dona Nobis Pacem was the first-prize-winner in an internet arranging contest created by internationally renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and sponsored by Sony Music and Indaba Music in 2009. Kevin McChesney and the Pikes Peak Ringers had the honor of recording this arrangement with Mr. Ma at the WBGH recording studios in Boston, MA.
Voicing: 3, 4 or 5 octaves handbells with cello (or other instrument) and/or voice(s), plus optional second part for instrument and/or voice(s)
Arranger: Kevin McChesney
Tune: Dona Nobis Pacem
Level: 3
Season: General
Additional Resources:
CGAC1313 Dona Nobis Pacem (Accompaniment Track)
CGB782 Dona Nobis Pacem (Handbell Score)
CGB781 Dona Nobis Pacem (Full Score)
CGAC1313e Dona Nobis Pacem (Digital Download Accompaniment Track)
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