J.W. Pepper Music Catalog
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4Editors' Choice (Best of 2019) lNew for 2019 HBasic Library L Large Print Edition ♦A Cappella Available via ePrint D Downloadable All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 116 CHILDREN'S CHOIR Go to cart lD God's Gift to Us—Glenn Eernisse & Susan e Eernisse. Energy, a meaningful text, and an interesting accompaniment combine to support this excellent children's Advent anthem. The text is meaningful and easy to memorize. It has many teaching moments to help youth understand the meaning of the Advent season. The piece is accompanied by piano and optional flute. "Hope and Joy, Peace and Love, God's gift to us from heaven above." 10984584 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10 e He Came Down—Joseph M. Martin. This calypso- style anthem portrays the life of Christ from birth to resurrection. Optional parts for flute and guitar are included. Your youth choir and congregation will be uplifted by this accessible anthem. 10595124 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25 10595115 Multi-Track P/A CD . . . . . . . .44.95 He How Far Is It to Bethlehem?—arr. Molly Ijames. The tender questions of childlike wonder embrace the events of that miraculous night in Bethlehem. Written for two-part voices, this touching carol can be sung by women's ensembles as well as children's choir. A quiet and captivating moment for Christmas. 10520119 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.30 10280448 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.40 I Saw Three Ships—arr. Craig Curry. Suitable for both church and school choirs, Craig Curry's setting of the traditional English carol is absolutely exquisite and extremely well crafted. Curry uses dramatic dynamic changes, stunning piano accompaniment, and accessible harmonies that build to a climax exclaiming "let us all rejoice again on Christmas day!" 10275912 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25 lD In the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/arr. e Audrey Snyder. This beautiful arrangement of the familiar Rossetti text for use with children's voices is stunning. The flowing accompaniment supports the text while not getting in the way. Give your youth the experience of a lifetime and teach them this beloved text and tune. They will remember it forever. 10984585 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10 e An Invitation for Advent—Ruth Elaine Schram & Douglas Nolan. Beckoning for Emmanuel to "come and set us free," this anthem of expectation combines original music and text with the beloved Advent hymn O Come, O Come Emmanuel. A stirring piano accompaniment enhances the sense of longing with its gentle but continuous rhythmic drive. 10594913 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10 10506058 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50 10594890 Multi-Song Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . .44.99 H Jazz Gloria—Natalie Sleeth. Don't miss this all- time favorite Christmas selection by Natalie Sleeth with updated versions for SAB and two-part treble voices! Trumpets, string bass and bongos form the accompaniment for this delightful piece, all of which can be adapted for keyboard. Simple minor modal elements circulate from voice to voice through the work, making it easy to prepare. Use your own instruments or the lively P/A CD on this Christmas confection whose popularity has not diminished after 30 years in print! 250381 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25 8050122 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25 8050114 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95 8050171 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95 1838192 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . . .8.95 le Jesus, Joy of the Highest Heaven—Keith Getty & Kristyn Getty. This charming carol by Keith and Kristyn Getty pairs a simple but engaging melody with a thoughtful text that narrates the Christmas story. It also offers the assurance of Christ's presence in the life of a child. The optional second part and soaring descant add interest and warm harmonies. Useful and meaningful! 10906058 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10 lL Joy to the World—arr. Benjamin David Knoedler. Brilliant and bursting with joy, this arrangement is a dynamic addition to your Advent or Christmas worship. Unison voices shine in this setting, with an optional two-part for the final stanza. Eight optional handbells add sparkle to the rhythmic piano accompaniment, and the handbell part is easy enough for choristers to play as they sing. A masterful arrangement of this beloved carol, with fresh, unexpected cadences sure to uplift the listener. 11100185 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25 H Joy to the World—arr. Mark Patterson. This exciting arrangement uses the traditional carol tune with a driving piano accompaniment. The arrangement may be sung in unison, or an optional second part may be added for more advanced singers. A simple glockenspiel part adds a smart texture to the piece and is easy enough to be played by young musicians. 10307295 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10 L Light of Hope—Mark Patterson. The Light of Hope trilogy from Mark Patterson is a wonderful way to begin the church year with your children's choir or small adult choir. This trilogy includes short anthems for the first three seasons of the church year: an Advent piece anticipating the light of Christ, a Christmas piece celebrating the birth of the promised Savior, and an Epiphany round compelling all to share Christ's light with the world. Each anthem includes parts for four or five handbells or handchimes. 10907415 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.95 l Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming—arr. Teresa Jennings. Gentle and chorale-like, this beautiful carol is captured in this arrangement. This work is the ideal first introduction to two-part singing for a young choir, but it also lets even large, more experienced choirs sound amazing. Can be sung either a cappella or with piano or soundtrack recording. 10996634 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95 10996643 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19.95 Lullaby for a King—J. Edmund Hughes & Mary Ellen Loose. This gently rocking lullaby incorporates a charmingly beautiful melodic and harmonic idea with original text for two verses, then brings in the traditional text of Silent Night for verse three using the same melodic and harmonic ideas. This very accessible piece is perfect for the Christmas service or concert. Highly recommended! 10795135 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15 10795136 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05 A Midnight Clear in Bethlehem (Gesu Bambino)—arr. Greg Gilpin. The music of Gesu Bambino, by Pietro Yon, is heard first with the lyrics of O Little Town of Bethlehem, then with the lyrics of It Came Upon a Midnight Clear, and the effect is marvelous! Simply, yet elegantly, all three carols are presented in such a fresh way that this arrangement will be in great demand by school and church choirs everywhere! Highly recommended! 10363413 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50 10369750 Multi-Song Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . .44.99 H Night of Silence—Daniel Kantor/arr. John Ferguson. A popular choice year after year, this simple song is a partner song with Silent Night. Accompanied by both piano and organ, it is so easy to pr epare and fits so well with the traditional carol that you will want to sing it every year at Christmas time. 3185287 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25 1556786 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.80 9543458 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00 9505947 Orchestration Parts + Score . .40.00 l Now Sing We, Now Rejoice—arr. Mason Koeritz. This setting by Mason Koertiz of the tune IN DULCI JUBILO is for two-part choir and piano. This piece utilizes an echo effect to provide a simple introduction to two-part singing. The natural dance- like tune is supplemented with a flowing piano accompaniment. Joyful! 11103213 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90 l O Come, Little Children—Ken Berg, Johann Abraham & Peter Schulz. This carol is fun, with its rhythmic feel and added maracas; it is also an excellent teaching tool for any choir. The melody has four phrases: phrases 1 and 2 are the same; phrases 3 and 4 are different and yet similar. In addition to teaching form, it is also a superb piece for teaching leaps and skips. A great piece for programming a multi-generational choir - let the boys sing the two-part version while their dads sing the TB! 10999818 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35 10999819 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05 The Joy of Part Singing (A Resource for Directors of Young Choirs)— Mark Patterson. The Joy of Part Singing is a resource that will help children's choirs experience greater success in part-singing through short, accessible warm-ups, vocal exercises, rhythm chants, echo songs, mini-descants, and rounds. While some of these exercises are for rehearsal only, others may be shared in worship or in concert settings. Everything presented in the book was born out of the author's own needs as a conductor of children's choirs. Even if your choir is currently working towards solidifying a beautiful unison sound, these activities will help singers build the foundation for singing in multiple parts in the future. 10339191 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.95 Praise Takes Flight—Betsy Henderson, Kimberly Ingram & Joe Milton. Get ready for takeoff with this fun, creative, and easy-to-implement collection of songs, activities, and games for children's choirs. You'll find fresh, innovative ideas to help your singers in grades 2-6 soar to new heights, including: Warm- Ups and Name Games; Bible Beats and Body Percussion; Echoes and Rounds; Instruments and Cups; Action Songs and Anthems. A CD-ROM with reproducible singers' parts is included. 10461231 Kit Reproducible Book & CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.95 Sing Together, Children—Madeline Bridges. This unique resource offers children's choir leaders and classroom music teachers an ideal guide for leading young singers to participate in joyful, purposeful singing experiences. Organized into five chapters, it draws music primarily from the folk tradition combining over 75 singing activities into the following sequential teaching process: 1) Exploring the voice; 2) Developing young singers; 3) Singing and moving; 4) Building choral skills; and 5) Singing in harmony.The singing activities range from vocal- exploration activities and action songs designed for young children to more advanced folk songs and dances for older children, plus warm-ups, vocalises, choral technique songs, rounds, and songs that teach part-singing. Each chapter also features an efficient, pedagogically sound teaching plan that teachers can use along with the demonstration DVD included in the resource. Perfect for use throughout the year with children ages 5-12! 10053363 Book & DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.95 RESOURCES for the CHILDREN'S CHOIR DIRECTOR