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COMPOSERS
Get to know some of the newest names in the choral
world with these excellent pieces.
Aia la 'o Pele i Hawai'i—Jace Kaholokulu Saplan.
Based on a traditional Hawaiian chant with original music, this rousing
work for advanced treble choirs brings all the drama of a volcanic eruption
normally associated with destruction. But in Hawai'ian culture, Pele - the
goddess of volcanos and fire - also evokes awe and veneration. Layered
ostinato patterns and dramatic divisi harmonies, along with the use of the
Ipu, a Hawaiian percussion instrument, create an exciting experience!
11415495 SSAA divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
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
Chante Waste Hoksila (My Kind-Hearted Boy)—
arr. Linthicum-Blackhorse. Here is a traditional Lakota lullaby sung by
mothers to their young boys. The Lakota language has become nearly
extinct, but composer/arranger Linthicum-Blackhorse has made it his
life's work to bring the language back to life. In this arrangement, the IPA
pronunciation guide is included in the body of the music in order to make
it accessible to all singers and choirs. Dedicated to the victims of the Robb
Elementary School mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
11413269 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.60
A Choice to Change the World—Kevin Phillip Johnson.
With powerful background gospel harmonies, this piece affords numerous
opportunities to showcase soloists within the context of a powerful,
transformative message. Including guitar and bass in the second verse, this
will bring positive, hopeful energy to any concert!
11410886 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Day of Fire and Sun—Kate Crellin.
This energetic and rhythmic setting of the Sara Teasdale text is a standout
for SSAA choirs! With contemporary musical characteristics and artistic
choral integrity, this is a piece that directors will love teaching and singers will
love performing!
11393878 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
Gloria—Ondi Yohan Tambunan.
With the traditional Latin lyrics "Gloria in excelsis Deo," this setting is
anything but traditional. Including some chant as well as stomping and
clapping throughout, this almost has the feel of a Maori haka, and the music
embodies the joy of its lyrics.
11389037 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 2.25
11390316 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 2.25
Halleluja, Loof Die Here—Franco Prinsloo.
South African composer Franco Prinsloo brings us this beautiful setting of a
sacred text in the Afrikaans language for treble choirs. A lyrical melody with a
flowing piano accompaniment gives the opportunity to explore phrasing and
musical sensitivity. Translation and pronunciation aids are available.
11416625 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
I Feel Tired Sometimes—Judy A. Rose.
This original a cappella spiritual expertly blends a variety of styles into an
appealing package that will be a standout selection for your choir.
Effectively combining spiritual, gospel, contemporary a cappella, and even
traditional counterpoint styles along with rhythmic ostinati and memorable
melodies creates something that is at the same time modern, traditional -
and very special.
11410682 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.35
Jamaican Folk Song Suite—arr. Marjorie Whylie.
Here are three whimsical a cappella Jamaican folk songs grouped together
under one cover. According to musicologist and complier Whylie, these
songs are "full of social commentary, censure, and recrimination in a vehicle
of humor." Including some simple movement options and a printed guide
and online video for learning the patois language, these arrangements are
unique, authentic, and fun.
11393312 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
Jesu Weja—arr. Eslon Hindundu.
This well-known Otjiherero folk song from Namibia carries a message of love,
joy, and happiness in praise of God. With a steady, undulating rhythm, this
selection features solo groups over the chorus to highlight your best singers.
11392449 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.80
A Life Well Lived—Braeden Ayres.
Based on the Edgar Albert Guest poem Compensation, the text of this
original concert work asks us to consider what we would like to be able to
say about our lives when we look back in our old age. The melody has a
familiar folk song feel, and the addition of a pennywhistle or flute enhances
the warm, comfortable tone of the piece.
11358234 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.10
Mang'ong'o—arr. Otenio R. Sylvester. This celebratory African song is a
Kenyan Samia/Banyala victory song traditionally performed during wrestling
matches. Over time, the context changed to include the celebration of any
form of success, including graduations, elections, and even a return to health
after being sick. The setting is for soloist with choir in an up-tempo call-and-
response style. Add percussion for a lively performance!
11415504 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.80
Mixolydian Gloria—Remel Derrick.
Using the Mixolydian scale rather than a conventional major scale, this
rhythmically charged original setting of the Gloria text is written for the
developing tenor-bass choir and expands into three parts. With the option
to sing with or without the piano accompaniment, it is the perfect choice for
beginning choirs that want to sound mature and polished!
11397045 TBB opt. a Cappella. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Modimo, re boka Wena—arr. Thembinkosi Khumalo.
Arranged for the University of Cape Town Choir, this arrangement features a
solo that soars over the choir. The traditional Sesotho folk song is faithfully
maintained, and a pronunciation guide is provided. An aural rendition is
available online, along with a wonderful recording, to make your performance
as authentic as possible.
11398174 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Music of Life—B.E. Boykin.
This is a vibrant setting of a poem by George Parsons Lathrop that describes
how music underpins all earthly life. An active piano part provides an
energetic undercurrent to compelling vocal lines, with the voices beginning in
unison before opening out into two and then three parts. A perfect selection
for choirs looking to celebrate the life-affirming power of music.
11384777 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.00
11384778 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.00
Oy Khodyt Son—arr. Sarah Martinez. A beautiful lyrical selection, this
arrangement of a traditional Ukrainian lullaby offers both flexibility and the
opportunity to study the language, culture, and style. With options to perform
a cappella or accompanied, with or without soloists, and with an optional
narration that expresses the text in English, it is easily learned and accessible
to choirs of all ages. Both phonetic and IPA pronunciation guides appear in
the octavo, and there is also a free pronunciation video available.
11415525 SATB opt. Piano Accompaniment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11415526 SAB opt. Piano Accompaniment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11415527 SSA opt. Piano Accompaniment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
A Song of My Own—Michelle Christensen & Tracey Craig McKibben.
This is an encouraging song about being comfortable in your own skin and
confident in who you are through music and expression! Comfortable ranges
and easy-to-learn melodies and harmonies will make this piece a joy to sing
with your young singers.
11393867 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
Travelin' Shoes—Anne-Marie Hildebrandt.
In this work that includes two soloists and body percussion, Hildebrandt calls
on the styles of African American spirituals and gospel music with careful
attention to accurate speech rhythm. Great for high school ensembles.
11396190 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
Tuttarana—Reena Esmail. From the Italian word tutti, meaning all or
everyone, and the Hindustani (Northern Indian) term tarana, a musical form
that allows solo singers to display vocal agility, this original work brings both
together to create a unique experience for choirs. With mixed meter, a fast
tempo, and quickly moving rhythmic phonetic syllables similar to scat, it is a
challenging work that will be well worth the effort.
11360657 SATB divisi, or SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 3.35
11372422 SSA divisi, or SSSSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 3.35
Who I Want to Be—Coty Raven Morris/arr. Saleel Menon.
Focusing on personal and community wellness, this original work alternates
between unison singing and layered sections that echo lyrics between the
voices. Certain to be empowered by the rich messages found within, and
with solo or small group opportunities, your treble choir will appreciate
learning and performing this coming-of-age piece.
11397059 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
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