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H We Are Not Alone—Pepper Choplin. "We are
Dt not alone, God is with us." Here is a piece that
succinctly captures a confident thought and
presents it in a straightforward, honest way.
The choir supplies rhythmic energy while the
soloist glides above in smooth sustained lines.
Accessible and effective with large or smaller
choirs, this piece touches the heart with its simple
but profound message. Originally conceived as
an a cappella anthem, the optional orchestration
adds a dramatic element.
8071348 SATB A Cappella . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
11317770 SATB Accompanied . . . . . . . . 2.50
11317772 SSA Opt. A Cappella . . . . . . . . 2.50
11317773 TTBB Opt. A Cappella . . . . . . . 2.50
l We Are the Heroes—Carl Strommen. Based on
the theme of building a better world, this original
work is an uplifting and inspiring finale for spring
concerts, graduations or moving-up ceremonies,
or school celebrations. It can be performed with
or without the concert band accompaniment.
11370895 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . ME 1.95
l We Stand on Their Shoulders—Kyle
Pederson. A powerful new Charles Anthony
Silvestri text is set in this gospel/pop fusion
piece which is offered as an anthem of hope
and empowerment. Affirming that others do
not have the right to define us or take away our
power, this piece reminds us that we stand on
the shoulders of those who have gone before
us as we are invited to celebrate the beautiful
diversity we see, take pride in who we are, and
work for justice.
11362322 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.80
lt Weevily Wheat—arr. Mike Wilson. This catch
version of the traditional American folk song is
perfect for square dancing as well as singing!
After your students learn to sing it, use the
accompanying CD as they sing and dance in
music class, or incorporate square dance in your
concert performance for a fun traditional touch!
11372573 Unison/Two-Part
optional third part. . . . . . . . . E 1.95
11372574 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
D The Wellerman—arr. Roger Emerson. The viral
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TikTok sea shanty phenomenon in 2021 was led
by this 1860s-era New Zealand whaling tune.
Now choirs of all kinds can have fun singing this
re-enlivened tune in this a cappella version that
keeps those open harmonies right at the forefront.
11348612 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
11348613 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
11348614 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
11348615 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
11348616 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
11348617 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
D The Wellerman—arr. Jacob Narverud. From
the 19th century to 2021, this traditional folksong
from New Zealand experienced new life as a
viral hit on the social media site TikTok. The
sea-shanty-like ballad tells a whalin' story of the
hopeful Wellerman ship coming to bring supplies.
This rousing arrangement is great fun and highly
accessible as it can be performed with either the
piano accompaniment or a cappella.
11338397 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.00
11348164 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.00
11338398 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.00
L When Our Voices Rise—Stuart Chapman Hill.
The text of this work comes from the actual
students in the program who commissioned
the work, their short journal entries inspiring the
text. The setting has a pop feel with some short a
cappella features. Easy to add drums, bass, and
guitar to really fill out the sound.
11316619 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
t 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
L Where the Light Begins—Susan LaBarr. This
is an accessible and fresh work on the themes
of peace and hope. Approachable vocal lines
and a supportive accompaniment make this
appropriate for young choirs, while the rich and
universal text will also work for high school,
college, and community groups.
11174706 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
l Who Has Seen the Wind?—Victor C. Johnson.
Christina Rossetti's endearing text comes alive
in this original choral setting. With ostinato-like
vocal pairings and lyrical choral phrases, this
minor-key setting generates a lightly syncopated
feel that is well supported by an expressive piano
accompaniment.
11370911 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
l Would You Know Me by My Work?—Michael
Bussewitz-Quarm. This third movement from
Where We Find Ourselves features inspirational
lyrics about hard work in an anthem about what
we are leaving for our children. Beginning with a
soprano solo, the warm tones of this choral work
evoke each generation's care and concern for
their children.
11346490 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
11346491 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
11346489 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
11346492 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
D You Are My Refuge—Michael John Trotta. This
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stunningly expressive work was commissioned by
a number of high school choir programs
forced to cancel concerts due to the COVID-
19 outbreak. Inspiring and reflective, the rich
harmonies capture both a sense of poignancy
and hope. An optional descant soars above the
choir, adding a sense of expansiveness: "Your
voice brings hope!"
11207882 SATB A Cappella . . . . . . . ME 2.75
11344334 SATB with Piano . . . . . . . ME 2.95
D You Do Not Walk Alone—Elaine Hagenberg.
L "May you always remember when the shadows
fall, you do not walk alone." This ethereal setting
of a traditional Irish blessing is scored in a variety
of voicings with piano. Deft strokes of Celtic
styling within the melody weaves throughout
the vocal texture. Gradually building in intensity,
it transitions into the final stanza with a burst of
light, aided by a key change, then slowly draws
to a quiet close.
11166201 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
11210446 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
11314797 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.25
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