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FAX: 1-800-260-1482 / Internet: jwpepper.com / E-mail: satisfaction@jwpepper.com call free! 1-800-345-6296 Go to cart S SONG COLLECTIONS Choral Performance Music He The Dream Keeper—Rollo Dilworth. A persistent underlying rhythm gives this setting of the Langston Hughes poem a powerful, mysterious drive. "Bring me all of your dreams, you dreamers. Bring me all of your Heart melodies, that I may wrap them in a blue cloud cloth away from the too-rough fingers of the world..." Use conga drums to enhance the impact of this compelling work! 10011858 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10 l Eat Your Veggies!—Jacques Offenbach/arr. Mark Weston. "Eat your veggies: Grilled or chilled or steamed or fried. Eat your veggies: Sliced or diced or spiralized." A cleverly conceived litany of forty-two vegetables, this selection is sung in patter-style to Offenbach's Can- Can music. Mostly unison throughout, it gives singers the freedom to focus on articulation. A healthy menu of fun for everyone! 10998178 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.20 le Everybody Dance, It's Hanukkah!—Greg Gilpin. This bright, up- tempo original Hanukkah song is so much fun to sing! Ample unison and uncomplicated harmonies are a perfect fit and a quick learn for young singers. Layers, repetition and several modulations add excitement, then the piece concludes with a rousing coda to create a highlight moment in your December concert. 10953830 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.20 10998865 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 l4 Everybody Has a Light to Shine (from "The Lights of Jingle eD Bell Hill")—Mac Huff & John Jacobson. Beginning with a slow gospel swing groove and then transitioning into an upbeat Broadway-style two beat feel, this upbeat selection delivers a terrific message. Hand claps and foot stomps help to engage the singers, and contrasting musical styles offer excellent teaching opportunities. Inspirational! 11001157 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.15 l4 Extraordinary Kid—Mac Huff & John Jacobson. A kid's eD perspective on childhood, the upbeat lyrics in this selection show that the ordinary things in life are special. With approachable harmonies and ranges, the song delivers an infectious melody and a powerful message of gratitude and inclusion. "Open hearts and open doors. There's so much to be thankful for." 11001159 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.10 le Ezekiel Saw the Wheel—arr. Greg Gilpin. "Hey, Zeke! What-dya see?" A fun, original melody is introduced, then layered and echoed before the much-anticipated arrival of the traditional spiritual melody. It's a truly playful and innovative arrangement that young mixed and treble groups will love to sing, while learning historical context and style. 10996699 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-ME 2.05 l4 Five Fun Rounds—Vicki Tucker Courtney. Rounds are fantastic for learning to sing in harmony - and these five original rounds are both varied and fun! A variety of texts and tonalities offer a positive singing experience for any choral ensemble. All five rounds are a cappella, but one of the set offers an optional piano accompaniment. Perform one, two, or the entire set! 10979652 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 1.95 l Gather Love All Around—arr. Greg Gilpin. Based on the traditional Shaker tune, Gilpin has created this delightful arrangement by adding some of his own creative words and music. The piano accompaniment is lively, creating a strong dance-like feel. The singable melody is based on do-mi-sol patterns, making this an ideal piece to teach with solfege and reinforce music literacy skills. Layered melodies and countermelodies combine to create a piece that is easy to teach and fun to sing. 11100067 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25 11100731 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95 He Give Us Hope—Jim Papoulis/arr. Francisco Nunez. Expressing a powerful message of hope for a better world, this dynamic piece strikes a universal chord for all to hear! The quiet and subdued opening gradually builds to a dramatic musical statement using hand claps and short solos for a climactic ending. "Give us hope and we'll show you the way." Highly recommended! 10866504 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25 l The Green Month—Sheldon Rose. With a simplistic folk-like nature about it, this work for two-part treble voices has some unison sections scattered throughout. The supportive accompaniment and the wonderful text that explores and extols the gifts of color make this a great piece for young voices. 10956693 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.00 l4 Hanukkah Hayom!—Michael Larkin. Celebrate Hanukkah with an authentic traditional song in a flexible arrangement that allows you to choose between the original Hebrew text or a singable English version. Cued notes provide additional options for younger choirs. Lyrical verses focus on lighting the candles, and the dance-like refrain grows to an exciting conclusion. 10997437 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05 l4 Hop, Skip and a Jump!—Mary Lynn Lightfoot. Based on the American folk songs Hop Up, My Ladies; Skip to My Lou and Two in the Middle, this creative setting is framed by original independent melodies which layer and play upon the theme "hop, skip and a jump." Rhythmic energy abounds in this fun programming gem that is also filled with many teachable moments for young treble choirs. 11100073 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25 l I Am Anne—Mac Huff & John Jacobson. "No matter how big and no matter how small, a child can change the world after all." The message that one child can change the world is illustrated by narration speaking of Anne Frank, Ryan White, and Malala. A powerful text in a gently lyrical setting provides a message that all young children need to hear. 11001612 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10 l4 I Want to Rise—arr. Mark Weston. Two traditional favorites, I Want e to Rise and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, are woven together in this medley that presents the melodies in unison or simple harmony before partnering the two together. Complete it with a supportive piano part and laid back groove, and you'll be delighted at how quickly your beginning choirs will sound like pros! 10953839 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05 l4 I Will Raise My Voice—Jim Papoulis. Commissioned by World e Voices, a choir committed to encouraging young people to raise their voices for a better world, this piece does just that. Exciting world rhythms and modern harmonies work with a text that calls for each of us to rise up in the face of adversity and insist that every voice is important and deserves to be heard. 10984882 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25 le Jack and Jill—Katie O'Connor-Ballantyne. What would happen if Jack and Jill didn't give up on their quest to fetch a pail of water? This clever setting of the traditional nursery rhyme harbors a positive message on the value of perseverance and cooperation. Text painting, mode changes, and invigorating rhythms bring the storybook words to life. 10997463 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05 lD Jambalaya (On the Bayou)—Hank Williams/arr. Ryan O'Connell. e This lively arrangement of the Hank Williams classic is easily learned and lots of fun. Students will enjoy the Cajun dialect, finger snaps, and accessible syncopation. Rhythm parts and an accompaniment CD are available to enhance your performance. 10983913 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15 l The Kerry Dance—James Molloy/arr. Jill Gallina. This charming arrangement stands out for its musical contrasts between lilting melodies and sad melancholic phrases, along with a surprise partner song ending. With a bright rhythmic accompaniment and additional original lyrics and melody lines, this piece works for any combination of voices with its two equal range parts. 10990275 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 l4 Lift Your Hearts!—J.S. Bach/arr. John Leavitt. A wonderful eD introduction to Baroque style and lyrical singing that can be performed in unison throughout, or with any combination of two- part voices. It is mostly in English, with just a few Latin words, making it a simple way to introduce this beautiful language to song. A wonderful selection for its educational and historical value, and is equally appropriate for concert stage or worship service use. 10954012 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10 l4 Light—Lisa Loeb & Cliff Goldmacher/arr. Andy Beck. Originally recorded by pop sensation Lisa Loeb, this folk-infused ballad is a fresh take on the miracle of Hanukkah. Perfect with a folksy instrumental ensemble or the guitar-inspired piano accompaniment, this reflective change-of-pace holiday choral features a rhythmic flow and pop-style harmonies. "Let the light shine in the window. When you think it's almost gone, there is still hope." 10993684 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10 le Loch Lomond—arr. Mary Donnelly & George L.O. Strid. This sweet setting of the famous Scottish folk song generously passes the melody from voice to voice while gently stretching the traditional rhythms of the piece. Piano players will enjoy the flowing arpeggios of the supportive accompaniment, and singers will savor the long legato lines with ample unison and simple harmonies that showcase tone and expression. 10997465 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05 lD Make My Music—Audrey Snyder. Charming and wonderfully e accessible for young choirs, Make My Music focuses on singing blue notes in the major scale. With a text that supports the arts and the joy of singing, the piece expands the solfege scale to include half steps while also being a blast to sing! "Whenever I feel a song coming on, I raise my voice and sing... Whenever a tune rises up from my soul, just gotta make my music!" 10980629 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10 He The Moon—Andy Beck. Written especially for two-part choirs, this inquisitive piece features lyrical unisons, echo singing, and sensible duet harmonies. A haunting piano motive represents the moon throughout as the childlike text ignites your choir's collective imagination. "O moon, shining in the night... come again tomorrow night..." A marvelous, luminous nocturne for young voices! Highly recommended! 10047188 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05 44 Looking for more? Visit jwpepper.com