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Here are some new Editors' Choice Concert selections that are perfect for developing middle school choirs
with limited range and difficulty level.
A la Puerta del Cielo—arr. Ruth Elaine Schram.
This tender Spanish lullaby, also known as Duermete
Nino, has been given an expressive setting for treble
or mixed choirs. Appropriate for concerts at any
time of year, this work exudes an elegant simplicity
while a gently flowing accompaniment enhances the
serene mood of the piece. A pronunciation guide and
translation are included.
11395935 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11395936 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Baraka na Wewe—Victor C. Johnson. This joyous
and rhythmic a cappella celebration of hope, joy and
peace is perfect for developing choirs. Your students
will appreciate the high performance value, and
you'll love the easy harmonic layering patterns and
independent vocal lines that make learning a snap.
Add the lively djembe part for an authentic East
African flavor. A pronunciation guide and translation
are included.
11395959 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Be the Change—Laura Farnell. With a multicultural
flair, this energetic and rhythmic work conveys a
singular force for change. Combining texts from
Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and
Matthew 5:15 with original lyrics, the piece also
incorporates This Little Light of Mine. An optional
divisi descant will challenge younger choirs while
remaining accessible. Optional djembe and shaker
parts are included.
11397402 Two-Part or SA. divisi,
opt. Piano Accompaniment . . .ME 2.25
Bella Ciao—arr. Christi Jones. This arrangement
of a traditional Italian folk song is a fun way to work
on pure vowel formation and unity of tone. Whether
sung with piano accompaniment or a cappella, this
lighthearted, energetic selection is an approachable
work for treble or tenor-bass choirs.
11394012 SA opt. a Cappella . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Beyond Light—Christi Jones. Based on the sixth-
century writing of Greek philosopher Dionysius the
Areopagite describing the higher consciousness
found beyond the light, this unique concert work
for treble choirs offers the opportunity to explore
the Eastern melodic scale and harmonies. Beautiful
lyrical lines for both voice parts combine into a
captivating texture that is sure to inspire.
11394018 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Bringers of Noise—Kyle Pederson. This is
different! Using a fictional language combined
with a powerful English text, this exceptional piece
effectively combines narration, rhythmic chanting
and whispers, singing, vocal percussion, stomps
with drum, and a driving piano accompaniment to
create an atmosphere of drama and mystique. Not to
be missed!
11384390 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.20
Can You Hear Me?—Bob Chilcott. The simple
message "Can you see, feel, hear me, the sun too?"
describes the wonder of a world seen through the
eyes of a deaf child, expressed through singing and
sign language. A guide with pictures is included for
both British and American sign language. A longtime
festival favorite for treble choirs, this profound
concert work is now available for mixed choirs!
11392290 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.35
Carry the Light—Andy Beck. Inspiring at any time
of year, this song brings light from a single solo
voice that gradually increases luminosity as the full
texture builds. Mostly in English, with a short section
on the Latin Lux Aeterna text, this is a gorgeous
way to spread light, hope, and joy. Add the optional
violin obbligato to increase the appeal. Consider
programming for general concerts, Christmas, or
year-end ceremonies.
11393271 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11393272 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11393273 Two-Part or SSA . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
Dance Little Flame—Jim Papoulis.
The metaphor embraced by the young poets that
collaborated on this piece is that of a flame in all of
us that, when encouraged, keeps dancing and giving
others hope. The simple melody will give young
choirs the opportunity to work on dynamics and
expression to share this truly special message.
11395106 SA or Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
Does the World Say?—Kyle Pederson.
"Take my hand, don't let go..." This inspirational
selection about the pressures on young people is
an empowering and lyrical work that will inspire your
young singers. With flexible voicing, this piece is
great for treble choirs of various voices and sizes -
it will be a favorite for all!
11392436 SA or SSA or SSAA . . . . . . . . .ME 3.00
Eneza Upendo (Spread Love)—Jim Papoulis.
"Eneza upendo uendako, umoja ni upendo"
translates to "Spread love everywhere you go, unity
is love". This piece celebrates the hopeful sentiments
of unity and love through both Swahili and English
lyrics. Djembe and soft metal percussion add flair to
this already upbeat piece. Choirs can get in on the
fun with some light body percussion.
11397457 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
Famba Naye—arr. Victor C. Johnson.
This exuberant arrangement of a popular
Zimbabwean folk song is a winner! Easy-to-sing
melodic and harmonic patterns, a rhythmic piano
accompaniment, and accessible notated parts for
shaker, hand drum, cowbell, and djembe all combine
to provide an exciting performance opportunity for
developing choirs. A translation and pronunciation
guide is included.
11395976 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.40
11395977 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.40
Funiculi, Funicula—Luigi Denza/
arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney. This classic Neopolitan
song is known and beloved the world over! Originally
written in 1880 to commemorate the very first
funicular on the famed Mt. Vesuvius, it has become
a standard vocal selection, now arranged for
developing tenor-bass choirs. In English throughout,
this is a great option for beginning harmony singers
that is sure to impress and entertain.
11397034 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Gatatumba—arr. Ruth Morris Gray. Here's a
traditional Andalusian villancico that works at any
time of year. The Spanish text talks about celebrating
with tambourines and rattles, and the lively a
cappella texture is both rhythmic and harmonically
interesting. Approachable for younger choirs,
the added percussion makes this even more fun!
Consider for holiday or general programming.
11393290 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11393291 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11393292 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
Give Us Hope (20th Anniversary Edition)—
Jim Papoulis/arr. Francisco Nunez. "Give us
hope and we'll show you the way." This popular
piece is celebrating its 20th anniversary with this
edition. Identical in each voicing to the original
editions - but now, more of the royalties are going
to the Foundation for Small Voices. A great song
supporting an important cause!
11393443 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11393852 Unison opt. Two-Part. . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11393444 SSA or Three-Part Treble. . . . .ME 2.30
10011452 P/A CD - Give Us Hope . . . . . . . . . 26.99
Glorious—Stephanie Mabey/arr. Masa Fukuda.
This inspiring song is about discovering the
uniqueness that lies within each of us, embracing
it, and letting it ring out for the whole world to hear.
We are all truly glorious! A MIDI accompaniment
rehearsal track, which includes a full orchestra
consisting of 15 instruments, is available separately.
11396827 Two-Part in A, no solo . . . . . . .ME 3.50
11396828 Two-Part In B-flat, no solo. . . .ME 3.50
11396829 Unison in A, no solo . . . . . . . . .ME 3.50
11396830 Unison In B-flat, no solo . . . . .ME 3.50
Hero—Pinkzebra. Put on a cape and channel
your inner superhero! Empowering lyrics that reach
toward the future will have your students feeling
like superheroes, rising to meet the challenge
of the hour. Punchy rhythms and a catchy
melody make this inspiring song easy to learn.
Sure to deliver an energy blast to your concert,
graduation, or moving-up program! Perform with
the accompaniment MP3. Rehearse with the part-
dominant MP3 practice tracks, available in a multi-
user bundle to share with your whole choir.
11392299 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11392300 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11392302 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11392301 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Hope, Peace, Joy: A Trilogy—Mark Burrows.
Here's a set of three songs that can be performed
separately or more effectively all together. Each
song is based on a round that features one of
the voice parts - they are linked thematically but
contrast musically with one another. Employing body
percussion and distinctive melodies, they are unique
and fun concert repertoire choices for treble choirs.
Includes The Heartbeat of Hope; The Breath of
Peace and The Dance of Joy.
11397036 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.50
I Am Not Yours—Cheridy Saunders. This piece
creates opportunities for success for young tenors
and basses at all stages of the changing voice.
The poetry of Sara Teasdale provides a theme of
beauty, longing, and the quest for love that is easily
accessible to all ages. The optional a cappella
section provides an opportunity for students to
be challenged and can be used as an incentive
to explore the beauty and demands of quality a
cappella singing.
11398740 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
I Remember—Sarah Quartel. Here is a lyric
beauty for treble or mixed voices, with lovely legato
lines, a gorgeous piano part, and a picturesque
text. "In my song there's a race through a wild
green meadow, the sunshine so bright in my
eyes..." Perfect for graduation or any other
occasion, this is beautifully done!
11372353 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.25
I'm Homeward Bound—Mary Donnelly &
George L.O. Strid. "Winding road, western wind,
golden moon, silver stars... take me home." Here's a
folk-inspired lyrical original that is a beautiful choice
for treble choirs. The tuneful melody is memorable,
and the gentle harmony brings an elegance and
sophistication without adding to the difficulty. Add
the optional flute obbligato to the arpeggiated
supportive piano accompaniment for some
additional shimmer.
11393311 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
11393344 Multi-Song Accompaniment CD . . 44.99
Kusimama (Standing Tall - 10th Anniversary
Edition)—Jim Papoulis. Subtitled Standing Tall,
this original work combines Swahili and English
phrases about standing with hope, strength,
acceptance, and a positive spirit - all in an
accessible world music style. Celebrating ten years
as a concert and festival favorite, this anniversary
edition matches the original edition in each voicing,
but now with a larger portion of the royalties going
to the Foundation for Small Voices.
11398052 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11398053 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11398054 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
L'Takein Olam (To Repair the World)—
Ross Fishman. This original setting of a short
Hebrew text speaks about how the world is in many
fragments and we need to work to repair it. The
driving piano accompaniment enhances the simple,
appealing vocal texture while the verses provide
contrasting sections. The tone and energy of this
fun-to-sing piece will allow your tenor-bass choir to
shine while imparting an important message.
11383940 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
