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t The Gate is Open—Elizabeth Alexander. The
Gate is Open offers a work full of stillness and
mystery. Its three central symbols—the gate, the
woods, and the Star are explored but instead of
explaining, an exquisite invitation is issued to all
who pass through this open gate, seeking that
which can only be found "on the other side of fear,
of hopelessness."
11195991 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.50
Gloria (from "The World Beloved: A Blue-
grass Mass" Second Edition)—Carol Barnett.
Now in a second edition, this unique blend of
bluegrass instrumentation and the familiar text of
Gloria lends a new - even fun - perspective to the
Mass tradition. Newcomers to either the classical
or bluegrass genres will soon find barriers broken
down and pathways into a new kind of music.
10044772 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
D Gloria—Rollo Dilworth. With a fun gospel texture,
this work sets the Latin text with a bluesy groove.
A marvelous piano accompaniment provides
support for rhythmic choral parts which are
written with musically satisfying yet achievable
harmonies. Impressive!
11204342 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.10
Great Flowing River—James Eakin. The lyrics
for this song were written in response to the tragic
and sudden death of a loved one and capture
the spirit of the loss as "the great flowing river of
love." Featuring a soloist and accompanied by
piano, violin, and cello, the lovely flowing vocal
lines and stirring harmonic motion illustrate the
joy and love found in memories of life together.
11204344 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
11204345 TTBB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
Home (from "The Sacred Veil")—Eric Whitacre.
"You feel like home." A beautiful glimpse into the
moment that poet Charles Anthony Silvestri knew
that he fell in love with his wife, Julie, this plaintive
piece expresses joy tinged with sadness. This
is the third movement of "The Sacred Veil," a
twelve-movement work written with Silvestri that
chronicles his journey through life, love, cancer,
and ultimately, the death of his wife.
11196197 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
t Hope Is the Thing with Feathers—Christopher
Tin. Emily Dickinson's poem on the fragility of
nature, as well as our own hand in its destruction,
finds an elegiac tone in this deeply melodic
original work.
11202993 SSATBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
Lt How Sweet the Sound—Kyle Pederson. This
work has the ethos of a spiritual, with the text and
a few riffs inspired by Amazing Grace. The choir,
considering the power of grace in song, affirms
that no trouble, no shame, no valley is too deep
for the healing gift and power of soul-freeing
grace. The music has a driving quality, with the
choir occasionally backing up the soloist with
humming, quick commentary, or a sustained
neutral syllable.
11199452 SATB A Cappella Version . . . . 2.80
11199453 SATB Piano Accompaniment
Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
L I Carry Your Heart With Me—Jonathan Reid.
With a melody that honors the well-loved text by
Cummings and set with a flowing and supportive
piano accompaniment, this work will become a
favorite of audiences of all kinds.
11195671 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.85
Lt I Celebrate Myself—Michael John Trotta. This
unaccompanied piece contrasts a simple unison
motif with quick ostinato in the lower voices.
The homophonic refrain clearly declaims, "All
forces have been steadily employed to complete
and delight me." After building to a high point
with a soaring descant for soprano, the work
recedes in intensity with a harmonic restatement
of the opening motif. May be performed as part
of a collection of four Whitman settings by the
composer.
11197377 SSATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.80
t I Give You Peace—Dominick DiOrio. With a
text adapted from the Bible, the composer has
crafted a universal statement of peace. The lovely
harmonic moments in the choral writing establish
a beautiful foundation for the soaring oboe
obbligato. The piece ends with a hushed, reverent
pianissimo.
11204449 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
t I Sing Because—Christopher Rust. Inspired to
write a piece that could be performed virtually by
his choir during the COVID-19 pandemic, Rust's a
cappella work combines an accessible harmonic
texture with lyrics that express the reason why
we sing. Appropriate at any time, it is especially
designed for virtual choir performances.
11218539 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
t I Wanna Be Your Valentine—Brian Cook.
Looking for a bright new "singing Valentine"? This
is a flirty, delightful piece for a cappella voices - a
perfect choral alternative to flowers and candy!
11202003 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
L I Will Sing—Michael Engelhardt. "What will I do
with the portion given to me? I will sing." This
fantastic work, written in a gospel style with
an ecumenical text that challenges each of us
to make the most of the lives we've been given,
is a perfect piece for any setting, and makes a
great closer!
11195665 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.65
If I Can Help Somebody—Alma Bazel Androzzo/
arr. Andre Thomas. This gospel-infused, blues-
influenced arrangement of the famous work by
Alma Bazel Androzzo was written in honor of Dr.
Anton Armstrong. A solo voice drives the work
throughout, with the choir playing a significant
role as well. The words speak of reaching out -
helping each other, caring for each other, loving
each other.
11317120 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
If You Want to Hold My Hand—Kyle Pederson.
This piece explores the simple but incredibly
powerful act of holding someone's hand - and
the text and pop feel will resonate with singers
and audiences alike. It can be performed with
piano, guitar, or both. Conceived as part of a
suite, it is an excellent companion piece to Hands
are Knockin' (#10981924), both thematically and
harmonically.
11199829 SATB guitar and/or
piano accompaniment . . . . ME 2.15
Joy (from "The Song Maker")—Thomas
Juneau. Taken from a three-song set by Thomas
Juneau, The Song Maker, this exuberant work
captures the euphoria one feels at the joy of
being loved. A rhythmic yet unhurried piano
accompaniment enhances beautiful and soaring
vocal lines.
11200577 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.55
t Jubilate Deo—Manolo Da Rold. Set for either
a cappella mixed or treble voices, this work
is exhilarating and powerful with a rhythmic
drive that is most captivating for both singers
and audience.
11202015 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.00
te Lead with Love—Melanie DeMore. Lead With
Love was written in answer to a call for connection
in troubled times. It is about persistence,
community, and moving ahead. "One foot in front
of the other" is a metaphor for determination
and forward motion. The composer speaks of
"love warriors" like Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson
Mandela, Mother Teresa, and Ghandhi—all who
started their movements out of the love of their
people not out of the hatred of someone else.
11317834 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Lie Light, Dear Heart—Kenneth Lampl & Kirsten
Lampl. "Warm summer sun, shine kindly here..."
These stunning words by Mark Twain have been
set here in a highly melodic and memorable work.
This setting offers both homophonic choral writing
and counterpoint, providing many excellent
teaching opportunities. This will be a lovely work
for any program, but will be particularly good for
memorials and remembrances.
11200588 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
Life and Love (Three Settings of Emily
Dickinson)—Patti Drennan. This beautiful song
cycle on three of American poet Emily Dickinson's
most treasured texts will be a lovely choice for
treble choirs. Each of the three selections may be
performed separately, or perform them together
as a group to explore the emotional styles and
setting of each poem. Included: If I Can Stop
One Heart from Breaking; Hope Is the Thing with
Feathers and Heart, We Will Forget Him!
11198844 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.00
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