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Dt Sing Your Way Home—Joseph M. Martin.
Deeply expressive, an old poem is treated with rich
harmonies to become a moving closer for concerts
or festivals. Written with an ear to the a cappella
glee club tradition, the incorporation of Dvorak's
Going Home connects to the hearts of the audience
and wraps them in the embrace of the warm
sounds of the text: "Where'er you go, wherever you
roam, it will brighten your road; lighten your load, if
you sing, sing your way home."
10947951 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
10276652 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
lD So, We'll Go No More A-Roving—Brad Nix.
Lord Byron's well-known poem paints a moving
portrait of advancing age overcoming the frivolity
of youth. Infused with the spirit of nostalgia, these
lovely melodic lines highlight the text and showcase
musical sensitivity and rubato throughout. The
piano accompaniment is supportive and artistic but
never gets in the way of allowing the singers the
freedom to express the emotions found in the text.
11174053 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
Song for Justice (from "Tuvayhun: Beatitudes
for a Wounded World")—Kim Andre Arnesen.
"We sing out the truth against hunger and hate. We
sing out for justice, before it's too late!" A socially
responsive text from Charles Anthony Silvestri is
given a dramatic setting for mixed or treble choirs
with piano or optional strings and percussion. Taken
from Arnesen's major work Tuvayhun, this eighth
movement, also known as Those Who Hunger and
Thirst for Righteousness, is a declamatory statement
against poverty, discrimination and persecution.
11160532 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.95
11160533 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.95
11160535 Full Score for SSAA version . . .50.00
l The Song Maker—Thomas Juneau. This set
of three songs based on Sara Teasdale poems
reflects the emotional journey of the human heart.
Interesting and accessible vocal writing is supported
by an imaginative and thoughtful accompaniment.
11200576 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
Lt The Song We Sing—Jacob Narverud. "The song
we sing is meant to bring a moment of truth in soft
weather, where care and worry lift away and we
can breathe together ... for we are home." Robert
Bode's text of togetherness is the perfect way to
close your concert. Narverud's a cappella setting
incorporates contemporary techniques and modern
harmonies to create an unforgettable concert
selection for your mixed or tenor-bass choir.
10984593 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10999367 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
Ht Songbird—Sarah Quartel. "One little bird on a
branch sits fanning amber wings to the passersby.
Two little birds in flight are threading webs of gold
in an endless sky..." This delightful piece will make
your a cappella treble voices sound like a chorus
of songbirds! There's even a little trilling in this
outstanding, memorable concert and festival work!
10371571 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.35
lL Standchen—Franz Schubert/arr. Kirby Shaw.
Generations of solo singers have cherished this
classic German art song, and now your choir can
sing it, too! Schubert's original piano part provides
the rich chromatic language from which the voice
parts are extracted. Study the original German text
using the provided IPA pronunciation guide, or
choose the singable English translation.
11196163 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
11196164 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
11196165 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.05
t Stars—Eriks Esenvalds. This stunning a cappella
work for divisi chorus and six water-tuned
glasses utilizes a text by Sara Teasdale. Widely
performed by festival and collegiate choirs, and
recorded by VOCES8, this beautiful Baltic piece
is representative of the modern choral harmonic
style with cluster cadences and effectively placed
dissonance throughout.
10461523 SSAATTBB
with six tuned water glasses . . .4.50
10637761 SSSAAA
with six tuned water glasses . . .3.25
10637762 TTTBBB
with six tuned water glasses . . .4.25
t Stars—Kyle Pederson. Lush harmonic textures
are the framework for this beautiful, ethereal piece
for mixed choirs. Cluster chords and effectively
used dissonances help to evoke the vastness and
mystery of space while capturing the human desire
for the the intimacy of connection. Simply gorgeous!
10984577 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
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Stars Above and Earth Below—Rob Swenson.
This descriptive and imaginative Teasdale poem
comes to life in this art-song-like setting for treble
choirs. Cluster chords, colorful harmonies, and
theatrical influence set the stage for a dramatic
section of layered parts that close the piece with flair.
11202487 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
11161206 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.20
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Stars Tonight—Judith Herrington. Commissioned
by the Manhattan Concert Productions, this piece
was premiered at Carnegie Hall in 2017. The use of
Tibetan bells and wind chimes provides an ethereal
atmosphere that is echoed in the music and text.
Originally written for young voices, this piece would
also be effective by a treble choir of older voices.
Its festival use has already become popular for any
season. Easy to Medium in difficulty.
10875663 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.45
10800922 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.55
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Sure on This Shining Night (Opus 13, No. 3)—
Samuel Barber. This lyric gem is a cornerstone
of 20th century choral composition and, because
of its accessibility, is an exceptional work to
introduce young singers to Barber's distinct style.
A distinguished choral work.
421834 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
lD Symbols—Jacob Narverud. Set to an inspiring
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text by Rainer Maria Rilke, this rousing work uses
a fountain as a metaphor for life's ambitions. With
a rocking accompaniment and memorable melody,
the use of dissonance and text painting encourages
us to find symbols in our daily lives. A torrent of
emotions closes with a triumphant canon: "Our
joyous force leaps like these dancing tears."
11193297 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
lL A Tapestry of Music—Sherry Blevins. This work
was commissioned for a treble honor chorus festival.
With words and music by the composer Sherry
Blevins, this powerful work has a strong message
and will find success in choirs able to take on
challenging works. Accompanied by piano, the vocal
forces require a small amount of divisi. Consider the
title of this piece as focus for an entire concert.
11167294 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
10984376 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.45
lt Teach Me, Old World—Andrea Ramsey.
Commissioned by the University of Michigan
Men's Glee Club, here is a passionate tour de
force for tenor-bass choirs. Full of rubato and
with a text that is powerful while at the same time
sensitive, this is a wonderful addition to a mature
ensemble's repertoire.
11193391 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
lL The Beauty of Life—Robert S. Cohen. What
a wonderful song, full of life, that sings about
the joy of being alive. The words are delightful,
naming plants and animals with admiration, and
carried by a tune that is bubbling with energy and
gratefulness. A brief middle section even includes
a time when the singers can share animal noises in
an enchanting way. The message to love and care
for our planet comes through too.
11197246 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.55
lt There Be None Like Thee—Patrick Vu.
Characterized by lush harmonies within a
predominately homophonice texture, this setting of
a beautiful love poem by Lord Byron captures the
feelings of the text beautifully within the music.
11202010 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.00
Lt There Will Be Rest—Frank Ticheli. Sara
Teasdale's lyric poem looks to the stars for serenity
and promise, and this handsome setting is superbly
crafted by noted composer Frank Ticheli. Tasteful
harmonic suspensions and rich choral textures
bring this work to life with a delicate beauty
that perfectly expresses the spirit of the poem.
A superior choice for concert appearances with
more capable choirs.
8020232 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
H Things that Never Die—Lee Dengler. An
extraordinary text by Charles Dickens provides the
inspiration for this excellent concert/festival work.
"The pure, the bright, the beautiful that stirred our
hearts in youth... the striving after better hopes;
these things can never die." Now available for
mixed, women's and men's choirs.
1891431 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
3130333 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
10046020 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
4 This Is Thy Hour—Michael John Trotta. A
majestic opening unfolds to a rhythmic ostinato that
acts as the underpinning for the text of this work. A
plaintive middle section contrasts with legato vocal
lines for the text "thee fully forth emerging." The
work concludes by revisiting the opening material
and ends with triumphant homophonic chords
before a restatement of the softer middle section,
expressing the wonder of that which the poet loves
best. May be performed as part of a collection of
four Whitman settings by the composer.
11164303 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.95
Ht This Marriage—Eric Whitacre. A delicate setting
of a timeless love poem by the Sufi poet Jalal al-Din
Rumi, this marks the first time that Eric Whitacre has
written for four-part a cappella chorus without divisi.
10004924 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
4 Tundra—Charles A. Silvestri & Ola Gjeilo. Majestic
scenes from Ola Gjeilo's native Norway inspired
Charles Silvestri's text for this contemporary
tone poem. The words and music are fused in a
poignant, lyrical way to convey the intense beauty
of the landscape. An excellent winter feature or
festival choice for mature choirs.
11200696 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
10276418 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.95
10297376 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . .45.00
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Two Songs By Amy Beach—Amy Beach/arr.
Brandon Williams. Often considered to be one of
the first great American female composers, Amy
Beach's art songs are stylistically similar to those
of other late-Romantic European composers. Here
we have two solo art songs on texts by Robert
Browning that possess soaring melodies and
colorful piano accompaniments from which the
choral harmonies are drawn. They present a great
opportunity to teach young treble singers about the
composer and about the style. Songs include: The
Year's at the Spring and Ah, Love, But a Day.
11196070 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
Tyger—Elaine Hagenberg. This fiery setting of
William Blake's The Tyger is sure to be a thrilling
piece for your treble choir! Energetic mixed meter
combined with an active piano accompaniment
creates exciting moments to hear the tiger
growl and pounce. Consider programming as a
companion piece with Hagenberg's setting of The
Lamb, as these poems were designed by Blake to
contrast with one another.
11107824 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
lL Undivided—Karen Marrolli. The desire for
people of different backgrounds, experiences, and
ideologies to come together for the common good
was the inspiration behind this folk-like piece. This
work speaks to ideas of peace, unity, respect, and
understanding and is appropriate for both sacred
and secular settings. Composed for mixed chorus,
piano, violin, and violoncello; the alto and soprano
soloists are optional.
11197379 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.60
11199383 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.60
Voice on the Wind—Sarah Quartel. Sarah
Quartel's own inspiring text about the empowerment
of singing is set to a catchy melody with
imitative scat singing and a driving hand drum
accompaniment. This piece has all the hallmarks of
her innovative style. Also available in a version for
SSAA and hand drum.
10954225 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.35
10561409 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3.35
L We Are the Voices—Jim Papoulis. "In every heart
there is a place that shows us who we are." The
opening phrase presents the challenge that unfolds
in this significant song: bringing our inner voice to
expression. Bound to be the highlight of a program,
this piece builds to a grand ending with the rhythmic
beat of a djembe adding to the excitement.
10874650 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
10500447 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
We Remember Them—Susan LaBarr. The
moving words, "As long as we live, we remember
them" frame this highly melodic and touching song.
With a pop ballad feel, this tribute or memorial piece
will be a beautiful addition to any program.
10980924 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.95
lL We Take Up the Task Eternal—Michael John
Trotta. Cast in three sections, this piece opens
with the chorus singing a triumphant call to action.
The second section introduces a simple theme
which is sung by the upper and the lower voices
consecutively. The middle section features the
upper and the lower voices in close harmonies
musing on the wonder of the stars and planets.
A musical palindrome, the work then restates the
simple theme, ending with the triumphant call.
May be performed as part of a collection of four
Whitman settings by the composer.
11197378 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.80
HL Weep No More—David Childs. Wistful
melodies, rich harmonies, and an ethereal piano
accompaniment characterize this hauntingly
beautiful original work based on a poem by John
Keats. A conductors' choice on all-state and
regional festivals, it is an expressive gem for
women's, men's and mixed choirs.
10186976 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.20
3178274 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
3300424 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.15
4 What Is Peace? (from "Tuvayhun: Beatitudes
for a Wounded World")—Kim Andre Arnesen.
"Peace, like war, must be waged - mindfully,
deliberately, with arms ever ready and eyes wide
open." Striking modern harmonies declare the
importance of Charles Anthony Silvestri's profound
text on the nature of peace, dramatically set for
mixed or treble choirs with the option to perform
a cappella or with piano or harp accompaniment.
Taken from Arnesen's major work "Tuvayhun," this
third movement is also known as The Peacemakers.
11160530 SATB opt. a Cappella . . . . . . . .2.85
11160531 SSAA opt. a Cappella . . . . . . . .2.85
H When I Am Silent—Joan Varner. "Who will
sing my song when I am silent? Who will count
the colors of the dawn?" Joan Varner's haunting
choral work, dedicated to a young victim of a
Nazi concentration camp, is a pensive and deeply
moving musical statement for more accomplished
treble choirs.
3052495 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.90
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When the Earth Stands Still—Don Macdonald.
Gentle contemporary styling in an a cappella setting
gives this a feel reminiscent of The King's Singers. A
beautiful text speaks of longing for love and security.
"So stay with me, held in my arms. Like branches of
a tree, they'll shelter you for many years."
10663267 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
10663268 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
10663269 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
4t When We Love—Elaine Hagenberg. The beautiful
words of Charles Anthony Silvestri describe how the
simplest actions can have profound results. Delicate
melodies unfold to rich a cappella harmonies, then
soar to glorious heights - reminding us that "When
we love, simply love, even as we are loved, our
weary world can be transformed."
11107827 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.50
L Where Your Bare Foot Walks—David N. Childs.
This romantic work, written for the composer's
bride, is built around fragments of Sufi poetry
by Rumi, for a truly emotional setting. It requires
a larger choir with a mature sound and careful
attention to bringing out the words of the poem.
Newly arranged for treble or tenor-bass choirs!
10067237 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.35
10873382 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.75
10882571 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.65
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