Panis Angelicus (1872)
Music: César Franck (1822-1890)
Words: St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274)
Arrangement: Rob Greenfield
The words for Panis Angelicus (Bread of Angels) are found in St. Thomas Aquinas’ Sacris Solemnis. These words have been set to music many times, but Franck’s setting is the most well known. This prayerful song is taken at slow tempi. Performance of Panis Angelicus requires great breath control, and a tone that floats angelically above the accompaniment.
Franck did not write a great number of songs, and the ones he did write differ in style from his other works. Characteristics of his songs include flowing simple melodies, strophic forms, chromaticism, and accompaniments consisting mainly of blocked, broken, or arpeggiated chords. Franck taught organ at the Paris Conservatory for many years. His most noted pupils are Duparc, Chausson, and d’Indy.
Note: Please be aware that these accompaniments do have the "echo" or "response" in the second strain where the accompaniment echoes back the melody of the soloist. It is a beautiful part of the composition, but can be a bit confusing at first. I suggest using the accompaniment with the melody first, as well as watching videos so you're not thrown off by this. Cheers!
Music: César Franck (1822-1890)
Words: St. Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274)
Arrangement: Rob Greenfield
The words for Panis Angelicus (Bread of Angels) are found in St. Thomas Aquinas’ Sacris Solemnis. These words have been set to music many times, but Franck’s setting is the most well known. This prayerful song is taken at slow tempi. Performance of Panis Angelicus requires great breath control, and a tone that floats angelically above the accompaniment.
Franck did not write a great number of songs, and the ones he did write differ in style from his other works. Characteristics of his songs include flowing simple melodies, strophic forms, chromaticism, and accompaniments consisting mainly of blocked, broken, or arpeggiated chords. Franck taught organ at the Paris Conservatory for many years. His most noted pupils are Duparc, Chausson, and d’Indy.
Note: Please be aware that these accompaniments do have the "echo" or "response" in the second strain where the accompaniment echoes back the melody of the soloist. It is a beautiful part of the composition, but can be a bit confusing at first. I suggest using the accompaniment with the melody first, as well as watching videos so you're not thrown off by this. Cheers!
Key of F Major
Range : Minor 7th : E up to D
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F Major Sheet Music Sample |
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Key of G Major
Range : Minor 7th : F# up to E
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G Major Sheet Music Sample |
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Key of A Major
Range : Minor 7th : G# up to F#
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Sample MP3, Piano & Melody
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A Major Sheet Music Sample |
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Key of B Flat Major
Range : Minor 7th : A up to G
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Sample MP3, Piano & Melody
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