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Lt Elijah Rock—arr. Victor C. Johnson. Possessing
crisp a cappella harmonies and cool syncopation
in the vocal parts, this work is a solid choice for
developing choirs in both concert and festival
settings. An original bridge augments the popular
traditional spiritual melody, and the echoing
harmony parts in the chorus add to the rhythmic
texture. A fresh arrangement of a choral classic!
11202497 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . ME 2.10
11202498 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
l Evening Lullaby—Reginal S. Wright. With a
text by Louisa May Alcott, lilting melodies, and
subtle suspensions, this original setting captures
the essence of a soothing lullaby. A lyrical and
emotionally sensitive selection with a flowing
piano accompaniment that will help your choir
develop musical maturity while enveloping your
audience in nature's evening slumber.
11370894 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
lt Every Season—Karl Hitzemann. This hauntingly
beautiful song about the changing seasons is
perfect for performances any time of year. The
recorded accompaniment is very stirring and
includes piano, flugelhorn, wind chimes, strings,
and a melancholy countermelody played on a
trumpet that adds to its soulful sound.
11372567 Unison/Two-Part
optional third part. . . . . . . . . E 1.95
11372568 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
L Fillimiooriay—arr. Stuart P. O'Neil. This
animated arrangement of a traditional Irish folk
song is very accessible to changing voices, and
particular attention is paid to appropriate ranges
for singers in any stage of their voice change. A
raucous railway work song, this piece offers a
comparable alternative to the sea shanties that
have become popular and is a song your singers
and your accompanist will truly enjoy!
11345226 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
L Flight—Craig Carnelia/arr. Ryan Murphy.
Beautiful for treble choirs, this arrangement of
Carnelia's solo song captures the dramatic and
expressive elements of the melody and text.
The lush accompaniment for piano or optional
string quartet adds another layer to the sense of
yearning portrayed in the lyrics. A lyrical choice
for honor choirs and concert performances.
11347942 SA divisi, or SSA . . . . . . . . M 2.85
11347943 String Quartet Parts . . . . . . . . 40.00
D The Fox—arr. Blake Richter & Taylor Shaeffer.
This fun, playful, folk song tells the story of a
family of sly foxes. Written for treble voices of
all ages, this energetic, engaging, and playful
arrangement, complete with instrumental section
with body percussion, will delight both your
singers and your audiences.
11121872 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.55
The Gift to Sing—Marianne Forman.
Receiving an Honorable Mention in the 2020
King's Singers New Music Prize, this sparkling
arrangement sets James Weldon Johnson's text
about singing through adversity: "...and if the
way grows darker still, shadowed by Sorrow's
somber wing, with glad defiance in my throat,
I pierce the darkness with a note, and sing ...
no nights are dark, no days are long, while in
my heart there swells a song, and I can sing."
Deeply encouraging, and suitable for a variety of
performance situations.
11347717 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
11347719 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
lL The Gift—Rob Dietz. James Weldon Johnson's
t text shines in this contemporary a cappella
concert work that highlights the gift and power
of song over adversity. Employing simple body
percussion, some background vocables, and
fresh harmonic choices, this piece will make a
strong statement for more advanced choirs who
embrace the challenge.
11372831 SSATBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 2.75
l Go Down, Moses—arr. Kirby Shaw. Here's a
traditional spiritual with a contemporary stamp
that treble choirs will enjoy. The powerful storyline
is sung above a driving accompaniment of piano,
electric bass, and djembe, while full three-part
harmony with an optional descant moves back
and forth from longer notes to more rhythmic
phrases with intensity and excitement.
11374098 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.10
lt God Bless America—Irving Berlin/arr. Mark
Hayes. A cappella voices richly present this
well-known melody from the Great American
Songbook, capturing its emotional patriotism.
Beautiful and dynamic musical interpretation
weaves throughout the piece, building to
a glorious final "home sweet home." A
fantastic selection for concerts, encores, and
sporting events.
11374099 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
11374100 SSAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
11374101 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
11374102 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
l The Hand That Rocks the Cradle—Vicki
Tucker Courtney. Originally written as a solo, this
folk-like arrangement for treble choirs is based on
a poem that honors the role of motherhood as the
preeminent force for change in the world. With or
without the optional violin, this heartfelt selection
is sure to inspire.
11370916 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Dt Hands—Martin Sedak. This animated a cappella
piece has a wonderful texture and is lots of
fun to sing. The use of notated hand and body
percussion including claps, snaps, and thigh
slaps adds a unique and interesting element to
this joyful work.
11171373 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
D Hashivenu—arr. Michael Ryan. The plaintive,
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soul-searching melody of this beloved Israeli folk
song is beautifully suited to developing voices.
Voices begin in unison and ease into simple
harmony before developing into a three-part
round and concluding with a gentle, ethereal
coda. A delicate, independent piano part helps
create an ever-flowing feel. Lovely!
11348332 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . ME 2.05
10953861 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
D Heroes and Dreamers—Pinkzebra. An upbeat,
celebratory, and inspiring song about chasing
your dreams, reaching for your goals, and living
your best life. The driving melody and pop-like
harmonies set the tone for this empowering piece
that will be a great choice for end of year concerts,
graduation ceremonies, or any time of year!
11317516 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11317517 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11317519 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11317518 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
11334243 String Orchestra and
Rhythm Section . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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The High Barbary—arr. Emily Crocker.
Adventure abounds in this 16th-century English
sea shanty that tells of a ship that encounters
pirates off the Barbary Coast. The song, set in
6/8 meter, dances with energy as it brings to life
the traditional folk song often heard on merchant
sailing vessels.
11366136 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . ME 2.35
11366140 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
L Hold On Just a Little While Longer—Remel
t Derrick. "Hold on just a little while longer...
ev'rything will be all right." The traditional spiritual
text encourages us to keep going, no matter how
difficult the struggle may be. This original musical
setting incorporates both historical and modern
influences that feel like they've been paired with
these words forever. This dynamic a cappella
setting is riveting!
11347945 SATB divisi,
or SSAATTBB. . . . . . . . . . . M 2.55
lL Hope Waits—Karen Marrolli. An expressive
t original text that speaks to the healing presence
of hope in our lives. Including a solo in a free,
soulful style soaring overhead, the musical setting
begins reflectively and then builds to a gospel-
style ending.
11373318 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
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