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I Dream of a World (We Can Begin Again)—
Sherry Blevins. Composer Sherry Blevins seems
quite connected to events affecting the human
condition. Here, she dedicates this piece to the
victims of Hurricanes Florence and Michael.
Scored for 2-part treble chorus with piano and
optional flute, the work celebrates the human
bond, the beauty of the earth, and the knowledge
that we are not alone.
11201932 Two-Part w/ Opt. Flute . . . ME 2.55
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
D The Lake Lay Blue—Greg Gilpin. With a text
based on The Blue Bird by Mary Elizabeth
Coleridge (1861-1907), this original concert
work reflects the textures of the cold and still
lake beautifully expressed in the poem. Lush
choral harmonies with clusters, suspensions, and
moving parts contrast with sections of unison and
open harmonies to reflect the starkness of the
setting. A stunning selection for treble choirs.
11171308 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
Let Me Open Your Eyes to Beauty—Jim
Papoulis. Born out of the composer's virtual
songwriting workshops with students during
the pandemic of 2020, this piece expresses the
thoughts and feelings of the younger generation.
With themes of love, hope, empowerment,
and unity, it delivers its message with pop-
style rhythms in the vocals and a driving
accompaniment.
11317856 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
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
D Life Doesn't Frighten Me at All—Mark Fish.
This wonderful setting of Maya Angelou's famous
poem has a nice gospel touch and uses mixed
meter, independent vocal lines and dissonant,
jazz-influenced harmonies. The text, as Angelou
said herself, is meant for "all children who whistle
in the dark and who refuse to admit that they're
frightened out of their wits." A terrific choice for
children's choirs!
11163875 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
Lift Up Your Voice (Kwa Maneno Nguvu)—
James DesJardins. Opening with narration
consisting of poignant quotes about doing what
is right, this piece speaks of hope, compassion,
justice, and unity. Sung in English and Swahili,
the solemn accompaniment supports the
plaintive and compelling melodic motifs which
are partnered throughout this inspiring song. A
pronunciation guide is provided.
11197760 Two-Part or Three-Part . . . ME 1.95
Look to the Children—David Hill. This gospel-
flavored selection is a call to remove the artificial
barriers people create to separate "us" from
"them." Accessible ranges make the work
especially suitable for combined choirs. Gently
syncopated in an easy triple meter, this piece
with its timeless message is sure to inspire and
last a lifetime.
11197767 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
D A Lover and His Lass—Arkadi Serper. This
refreshing version of the well-known William
Shakespeare verses from As You Like It presents a
fun challenge of changing meters and syncopated
rhythms. With an incredibly appealing melody and
some harmonic twists and turns, it is a springtime
joy for any treble choir. Add some simple choral
movement or dance for a lively presentation!
11202193 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
t Lullaby—Matthew Emery. This musical setting
of the Thomas Dekker poem employs warm,
lush harmonic language along with a lovely
lyrical treatment of this familiar bedtime poem.
This wonderful addition to treble literature was
commissioned and premiered by the Northwest
ACDA Women's Honor Choir.
11203147 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
Mass in F Major—Marcel Tyberg. Recently
brought to light and to performance for the first
time by the South Dakota Chorale, this beautiful
Mass setting features SATB choir and organ and
can be used in full as a concert work, excerpted,
or used in liturgical settings. The composer,
Marcel Tyberg, died at Auschwitz before his later
works could be performed.
11165733 SATB Choral Score . . . . . . ME 7.50
Measure Me, Sky!—Jonathan Reid. Floating
melodic lines and resonant harmonies combine,
lending an ethereal quality to this artistic piece
that allows the imagination to soar. Leonora
Speyer's evocative text explores our relationship
to the universe, and the musical setting provides
delicious cluster harmonies supported by
undulating triplets in the piano accompaniment to
create a sense of motion and mystique.
11314185 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
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The Mulberry Tree—David Aryeh Sasso. James
Whitcomb Riley's enduring text reminds us to always
hold onto our childhood memories. The texture has
ample unison lines for developing tone and blend
in treble choirs, and the sections of harmony have
maturity and depth. An optional clarinet obbligato
adds another voice to the texture.
11200740 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Music Is...—Andy Beck. Celebrating the many
ways that music touches our lives, the lyrics of
this piece were inspired by words from young
singers. A spoken section in the middle offers an
opportunity for your students to add their own
thoughts, or use the provided script. A flowing
piano accompaniment supports the voices
through the lovely melody and singable harmonies.
11196391 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
No Color—Stacey V. Gibbs & Shawn Kirchner.
From two very important composers of our time,
the lyrics in this monumental work challenge ideas
of racism and discrimination, while the music
combines jazz and traditional choral techniques.
No Color offers choirs the chance to declare that
no color can come between us.
11173011 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
One in Humanity—Bryan Sharpe. "We are one
in community, we are one in humanity. Each of
us living to spread love, we are one in humanity."
Rhythmic and energetic music by Bryan Sharpe
highlights this uplifting message about the bonds
of love we share with everyone on this planet.
A great choice for festivals, the idiomatically
conceived parts for optional percussion provide
effective support for voices and piano.
11195448 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
D Psalm VIII—Ken Berg. Translated into Latin,
this text from the book of Psalms is set here
with great energy and fervor highlighted by
meter changes and soaring melodies. There
are opportunities for soloists that weave in and
out of the full chorus parts, and the active piano
accompaniment really adds to the character of
the work. Exciting and effective!
11171331 Three-Part Treble or SSA. . . M 2.35
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CHILDREN'S
COMMUNITY
CHOIR
Theme:
EARTH, SEA
& SKY
What Is Water?—Judy Herrington.
11170941 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
ROY-G-BIV—Robert Applebaum.
11171381 Three-Part Treble or SSA . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Song of the Sound—Jacob Narverud.
11193298 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11193300 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11193301 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Earth Song—Frank Ticheli.
11196150 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
The Storm—Dan Davison.
11196172 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
Under Winter Moon—Andy Beck.
11196358 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Voices of the Universe—Nicholas Ryan Kelly.
11202013 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
And Fireflies—Mark Burrows.
11202718 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
I Will Share the World—Jim Papoulis.
11202987 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
We Can Plant a Forest—Mike Greenly & Jim Papoulis.
11202991 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
