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MUSICAL WORKS

Explore the works of Scottish composer Helen MacKinnon. Sheet music is available for digital download purchase at Sheet Music Plus. Contact Helen directly for hard copies or hires.

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Choral Music and Solo Songs by Helen MacKinnon

Stained Glass

Gloria in excelsis Deo

SATB Choir, a cappella

Awarded in the 2nd International Competition of Choral Composition 'Ennio Morricone'.

Duration:

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4'50

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Remember Me

AATTBarB, a cappella

A setting of the poem Remember by Christina Rossetti - 6 voices minimum.

Duration:

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4'50

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Mass for the Spirit

SATB Choir and Piano

A new 5-movement choral Mass in Latin - Kyrie, Gloria, Credo, Sanctus and Agnus Dei. 

Duration:

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4'50

Leaves

I'll Carry You through tomorrow 

SATB Choir (arr. for SAB, SA)

An Easter reflection with choral arrangements also available for SAB and SA. 

Duration:

4'

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Rainbow Light Art

One Voice holds the World

SATB Choir and Piano

A reflection on the beauty and preciousness of creation and the voice that holds it together.

Duration:

3'

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Choir Instructor

Sing to the Lord a New Song

SATB Choir and Piano

A bright contemporary choral anthem setting the text of Psalm 96.

Duration:

6'15

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This Autumn Day

Solo Female Voice and Piano

A popular ballad for solo female voice (alto) and piano accompaniment.

Duration:

4'

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Credo

SATB Choir and Piano

A powerful professional of the rich mysteries of the Creed in Latin. 

Duration:

6'

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The Flock

Be Merciful Unto Me

SATB Choir, a cappella

A reflective unaccompanied choral work setting the text of Psalm 56.

Duration:

5'

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Madonna and Child

Ave Maris Stella

SATB Choir, a cappella

A vocal arrangement of Ave Maris Stella originally written for strings and voice.

Duration:

5'

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Gloria

Chorus (3 parts) and Piano

A bright and easy choral setting of the Gloria in English for SAB choir and piano. 

Duration:

2'40

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Church Interior

Agnus Dei

SATB Choir and Piano

A gentle and affectionate choral setting of the Lamb of God in Latin.

Duration:

3.5'

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My Voice

SSA (min. 6 voices) and Piano

Exploring gender, voice and authority. Written for Women and the Canon Conference'.

Duration:

7.5'

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O Good Jesus, Hear Me

SATB Choir, a cappella

A melodic setting of the 14th century prayer Anima Christi (in English).

Duration:

2'45

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Sanctus

SATB Choir, a cappella

A setting of the Sanctus in Latin.

Duration:

1'20

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Born of Love

Female voice and piano

A reflection on the Christmas Story of two thousand and some years ago.

Duration:

4'30

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Snowy Mountain Sunset

Wings of the Morning

SATB Choir and Piano

A lyrical song for solo female or chorus setting the beautiful text of Psalm 139. 

Duration:

3'

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Sunrise

Kyrie

SATB Choir and Piano

An contemplative choral setting of Kyrie Eleison in Latin. 

Duration:

4'

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May the Road Rise Up!

SATB Choir and Piano

An uplifting choral anthem setting the traditional Irish Blessing. 

Duration:

4'4

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Clothed in Love

SATB Choir and Piano

Written during COVID-19, this lyrical song reflects on St Paul's letter to the Colossians.

Duration:

3.5'

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Believe in the Music

Youth Choir (2-part) & Piano

A short upbeat song celebrating the joy of music and singing together. 

Duration:

2'15

Colored Space

Heavensgate

SATB Choir and Piano

Two movements based on modern African poetry.

Duration:

10'15

Cracked Earth

Umhlaba (Earth)

SSAA Choir, a cappella

A modern piece about climate change for women's choir.

Duration:

10'15

Orchestral and Chamber Music

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The Rinns of Islay

Symphony Orchestra

A musical journey around the Scottish island of Islay in five short movements. 

Duration:

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17'30

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The Road to Calvary

Strings, Timpani & Choir

Based on the Stations of the Cross, a new work depicting Christ's passion.

Duration:

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45'

Trees in the Wind

Zephyr

Quintet

'A gentle breeze', Zephyr is a light work for flute, clarinet, violin, piano and vibraphone.

Duration:

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10'

Train Station

Caledonian Tracks

Wind Ensemble (6-parts)

Fl, Ob, C.A./Alt.Sax, Cl/ Alt.Sax, Cl, B.Cl/ Bsn. Commissioned by Caledonian Winds.

Duration:

6'45

Madonna and Child

Ave Maris Stella

String Orchestra and Soprano

A heavenly setting of the Latin prayer Ave Maris Stella for strings and solo soprano.

Duration:

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6'5

Foggy Mountains

Crossing the Domain

Percussion & Female Voices

A contemporary work setting Edwin Morgan's From the Domainf Arnheim.

Duration:

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13'30

Desert Nature

Fata Morgana 'Mirage'

Duet for Clarinet and Violin

Premiered by the Scott/ Miko Duo at GoMA. Dreaming of rusty desert landscapes.

Duration:

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3'40

Table Setting

Cutlery, Napkins, Salt and Pepper

Trio for Flute, Horn and 'Cello

A single movement Trio.

Duration:

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8'

Piano B&W

The Beginning

Piano Solo

A solo piano work combining melodies composed in Helen's early years.

Duration:

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5'15

Violin Trio

Skin and Bone

String Quartet

A single movement work for strings exploring the intensity of mental illness.

Duration:

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10'45

Jazz Festival Crop Orange

Two Little Ducks

Piano Duet

An easy, bluesy duet for two players (one piano).

Duration:

1'30

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