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Awakening—Christi Jones. Based on the
inspirational poem by civil rights advocate James
Weldon Johnson, this selection features beautiful
cluster chords over a driving syncopation that your
treble choirs will love. With a mature quality that is
not too difficult to achieve, this piece will certainly
empower your singers!
11370896 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Ballade to the Moon—Daniel Elder. "...Come
sing with me! The twinkling sky casts forth its tune:
O must I leave thy charms so soon? I weep with joy
beneath the moon." Marked Adagio Misterioso, this
evocative work has been appearing on festival lists
all over the country, and for good reason - it is an
important contribution to the choral repertoire.
10283255 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.90
10527161 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.80
Be the Change—Laura Farnell. With a
multicultural flair, this energetic and rhythmic work
conveys a singular force for change. Combining
texts from Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr., and Matthew 5:15 with original lyrics, the
piece also incorporates This Little Light of Mine. An
optional divisi descant will challenge younger choirs
while remaining accessible. Optional djembe and
shaker parts are included.
11203571 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11397402 Two-Part or SA. divis. . . . ME 2.25
Be the Change—Jacob Narverud. Following on
the heels of his wildly popular Sisi Ni Moja, Jacob
Narverud returns with another show-stopping
piece in a similar style. With influences from world
music and an upbeat rhythmic style, this socially
responsive text of empowerment and peace is a
great choice for choirs of all ages.
11134295 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
11345231 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11161031 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11161032 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
Be Who You Are—Ryan Main. Framed as a letter
from a teacher to her young students, this text is
brimming with descriptive phrases and inspirational
thoughts. The musical setting partners with the
youthful exuberance of the text with creative
rhythms and a contemporary pop feel that young
choirs will really like. "The world needs your light,
this place needs your song. Never be sorry to be
who you are."
11347707 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . M 2.95
11347705 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
Bend—Kyle Pederson. The text of this powerful
choral work is addressed to anyone facing struggles
and it presents an honest affirmation that those
struggles are real. Rather than deny the existence
of problems or pain, the listener is encouraged to
"lean into" the hardship, to name it-and to thereby
reduce its power. Textually and musically, the
listener is presented with the metaphor of a tree-
being whipped by the wind but built to bend in that
wind, and ultimately withstand the pressure-filled
gales. The power of community is also affirmed, as
the listener is encouraged to walk alongside and to
bend along with their neighbor.
11219762 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
Beyond Light—Christi Jones. Based on the sixth-
century writing of Greek philosopher Dionysius the
Areopagite describing the higher consciousness
found beyond the light, this unique concert work
for treble choirs offers the opportunity to explore
the Eastern melodic scale and harmonies. Beautiful
lyrical lines for both voice parts combine into a
captivating texture that is sure to inspire.
11394018 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Big House—Kyle Pederson. "I want a big house,
with a big front door wide enough to always fit
one more, where everybody's welcome..." Using
this powerful metaphor to represent a community
where all are welcomed, valued, and cared for, this
swingin' jazz-style original concert work features
lots of unison lines, a groovin' bass part, and an
option to add soprano sax, drums, and bass for a
fun and meaningful experience.
11397408 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.85
The Bird's Lullaby—Sarah Quartel. Inspired
by the text of poet E. Pauline Johnson, Sarah
Quartel has created an energetic and fun piece
for a cappella voices. Melodic elements and
counter melodies are shared between the voices
in a conversational style while the background
vocables create the texture. Concert music with a
contemporary a cappella feel, it will appeal to good
high school or collegiate choirs.
11315655 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.35
10879553 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
Birdsong—Paul Read. This touching work is
inspired by a poem written by an unknown child in
the Terezin Concentration Camp in Czechoslovakia
during World War II. The poem's positive, uplifting
message about the beauty of life is all the more
striking when placed against the backdrop of war
and the loss of personal freedom. A strong choice
for concert, contest or festival!
5562566 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
Blessing of Light—Meredith Tompkins. Drawing
primarily from the soundscape of a gently sweeping
Mixolydian mode, this piece is designed to remind
the listener of the distant past and its connection
to our present. With additional options for soprano
or alto divisi and comfortable ranges, this original
setting of the traditional Scottish-Irish blessing is a
wonderful way to close any concert program.
11370901 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Boatmen Stomp—Michael Gray/arr. Mark
Hayes & Emily Crocker. Marked to be performed
"boisterously," this original Michael Gray work in the
style of a sea chantey is a true choral classic!
10363897 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.10
1364538 Three-Part Mixed or TTB . . . E 1.95
10363898 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 1.95
10002125 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
The Bouquet—Kara Stacy Bedwell. This is not your
typical treble song about flowers and love! No, this
time Jack has met his match and gets a lot more
than he bargained for. This cheeky madrigal-like
modern concert work employs a mischievous tone
with the opportunity for both musical expression
and comedy. Perform a cappella or with the optional
piano accompaniment for extra support.
11393054 SSA opt.
piano accompaniment. . . ME 2.25
A Boy and a Girl—Eric Whitacre. A tender,
delicate, exquisite poem by Octavio Paz is the
inspiration for this superb a cappella piece by Eric
Whitacre. "Stretched out, stretched out on the
grass, a boy and a girl savoring their oranges, giving
their kisses like waves exchanging foam..."
3301920 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
The Breeze and the Birdsong—Amy F. Bernon.
"May the bright, sparkling day stay beside you
now as you're on your way." Full of descriptions of
nature and fresh adventures, this original concert
piece is a charming selection for young singers
who are moving up to middle or high school and
experiencing important transitions of their own. A
valuable Learning Resource Page is included.
11100083 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11100740 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
Bringers of Noise—Kyle Pederson. This is
different! Using a fictional language combined
with a powerful English text, this exceptional piece
effectively combines narration, rhythmic chanting
and whispers, singing, vocal percussion, stomps
with drum, and a driving piano accompaniment to
create an atmosphere of drama and mystique. Not
to be missed!
11384390 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11196339 SA or Two-Part . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11196340 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
By Night—Elaine Hagenberg. Harriet Prescott
Spofford's poem describes a young woman who
discovers a bold new world of thrilling beauty when
she ventures beyond her familiar walls. Accompanied
by piano and optional violin, cello, and percussion,
this dramatic work depicts the text in epic fashion,
alternating between sections of galloping frenetic
energy and sedate periods of calm chordal harmony.
An exhilarating piece for treble choirs!
11397314 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.85
Calico Cat—Andy Beck. "Black as the midnight,
and white as the snow; gold as the sunshine,
my cat of calico." This folk song styled original
features easy-to-sing harmonic patterns and a
tongue twisting patter text that tells the tale of the
whimsically colorful cat. Cued notes offer a three-
part texture in novelty piece that explores diction
and precision in a delightful package!
10996689 Two-Part or SSA . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
10997480 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . 44.99
A Call for Peace—Jerry Estes. This timeless call
for peace in the world, based on a Gregorian chant-
like vibe in minor mode, creates an ancient-modern
concert work with a message that is appropriate
for any time of year. Designed to be three-part a
cappella, but with options for piano accompaniment
and additional percussion, this well-crafted piece
features reasonable ranges for young singers in an
exciting imitative texture that is easy to learn and
impressive to perform.
11202514 Three-Part Mixed opt.
piano accompaniment. . . ME 2.25
11202515 TTB opt.
piano accompaniment. . . ME 2.25
The Call—Regina Spektor/arr. Dianne Gryba. A
cappella voices are featured with gentle harmonies
and a simple, quiet texture that just lets the voices
sing without pushing. This heartfelt text challenges
choristers to explore a wide range of expressive
possibilities and features the altos on the melody.
11397413 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Cambiar el Mundo—Jim Papoulis. Here is a work
with a Spanish flair but also in the style we have
come to expect from Jim Papoulis. Positive, with a
message that speaks to young people around the
world. "We can make a difference" rings loud and
clear in this unison anthem.
11202984 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Cameron's Song—Roger Emerson. "If I could
turn back time, I would not let you die, and you'd
live that life of hope." This important and moving
piece was written as a musical response to the
sudden loss of a student by suicide. Several solos
weave in and out of the simple yet poignant choral
sections that will provide ample opportunity for
creative and emotional expression in singers.
11397415 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11397416 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
Can We Sing the Darkness to Light?—Kyle
Pederson. The text of this work invites the listener
to imagine a world without weapons of war
where the human experience is defined through
the lens of mercy and compassion. The music is
peaceful and very appropriate to the text, with little
divisi in the choral parts and a supportive piano
accompaniment. Optional full score and parts for
violin and cello accompaniment are available from
the publisher.
10994208 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.80
11372826 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.80
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