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We Can See the Stars—Steve Parsons. Amos
Russel Wells' text from The Stars Above the Sea
shimmers in an ethereal setting in this original
concert work. An artistic piano accompaniment
frames the peaceful choral harmonies that sparkle
with clusters and mystery as the lines rise to
conclude, "We cannot see the meeting place, but
we can see the stars."
11393039 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
We Remember Them—Susan LaBarr. The
moving words, "As long as we live, we remember
them" frame this highly melodic and emotive
concert work. With a contemporary ballad feel, this
tribute or memorial piece will be a beautiful addition
to any program.
10980924 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.20
11392536 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.05
We Rise Again—Leon Dubinsky/arr. Stephen
Smith. Leon Dubinsky's well-known coal miners'
song was made popular by The Rankins, and this
arrangement by Stephen Smith has been sung
throughout Canada and the US by the men's choir,
Chor Leoni. A great crowd pleaser, this accessible
version tugs at the heartstrings of all who see
children as our hope for the future.
10083893 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10083894 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10065490 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
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
We Will Take a Stand—Sherry Blevins. With
reconciliation as the theme, yet standing up for
justice, this mid-tempo ballad resonates in today's
world. Accompanied by piano, with optional
soprano descant and optional cello, the piece was
commissioned by the newly named John R. Lewis
High School in Springfield, Virginia.
11396335 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.35
We Won't Stop Dreaming—Pinkzebra. This
beautiful and inspiring song is about finding yourself
at an important moment of your life and taking
action that will allow you to fulfill your dreams.
Soft, poignant verses lead to triumphant choruses
full of yearning and emotion. Perfectly suited for
graduation ceremonies and concert programs.
The instrumental parts include a conductor's score
along with the string parts. The accompaniment
MP3 download includes both a fully produced
version and a version without strings. Help your
students rehearse with the part-dominant MP3
practice tracks, available in a multi-user bundle to
share with your whole choir.
10568078 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
10568079 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
10568081 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
10568080 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
10568082 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
We'll Rise Above—Jeannine Lasky & Masa
Fukuda. "We'll rise above, seize the highest
dream. We'll lift our heads up high, move the sky,
embrace our destiny!" This song of hope reaffirms
the potential we all have to rise above the negative
and reach for something better. A strong statement
of unity and purpose, perfect for graduation,
moving-on ceremonies, or final concerts!
11176128 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.50
11373982 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . ME 3.50
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.20
3178274 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
3300424 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.15
Weevily Wheat—arr. Mike Wilson. This catchy
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
What I Can Change—Philip Silvey. Adapting the
Reinhold Niebuhr Serenity Prayer, this selection
encourages your students to accept what we are
given and do what we can to become the kind of
people we want to be. The piano offers support and
energy to this fresh and unique piece.
11398472 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
What If I Could Tell You—Heather Sorenson.
"What if I could tell you no one has to walk
alone?" This thought-provoking piece is designed
to be a conversation starter about mental illness,
depression, grief, and suicide. Harmonically rich,
musically expressive, and emotionally stirring,
singers will be changed and encouraged.
11390688 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11390689 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11390690 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11393344 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . 44.99
What Love Can Do—Mark Burrows. "We will
reach out, sing out, make a change. We will
show the world what love can do!" Inspired by
thoughts and feelings from amazing young people
at a virtual conference held in 2020, this stirring
message of hope and unity brims with youthful
energy, syncopation, and pop-style harmonies.
There's even an a cappella clap chorus that will be
especially engaging!
11343572 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11343573 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11343574 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11346367 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . . . 44.99
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 1.90
When I Believe and Sing—Robert I. Hugh. Set to
the poem Upon the Swallow, this thoughtful
anthem speaks of hope and courage. The
relaxed tempo ushers a message of optimism
and encourages all to "not go where the path
may lead." Instead, "go where there is no path
and leave a trail."
11382820 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
When I Close My Eyes—Jim Papoulis. "When I
close my eyes then I can see that I am not afraid."
This song of confidence and hope for young voices
resonates with positive lyrics, a strong melody and
an expressive accompaniment for piano and cello.
Written in ABA form, the message is enhanced
with the contrasting middle section that is a clear
declaration of belief in oneself. An enriching choral
statement that we recommend very highly!
10683354 SAB Cello and
Piano accompaniment. . . ME 2.25
3299169 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
10086103 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
When I Rise Up—Anthony Bernarducci. A dramatic
and encouraging text by Georgia Douglas Johnson
provides the inspiration for the music in this choral
piece. Well-crafted choral lines with occasional
counterpoint drive home the uplifting message, and
the accompaniment brings an additional dimension
to the piece. This is an outstanding selection for
more advanced ensembles.
11396155 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.35
When Music Sounds—Mary Lynn Lightfoot.
Walter de la Mare's poem provides the strong
text for this inspiring choral that celebrates music.
The mostly homophonic writing puts a focus on
the words; for the full texture, include the optional
treble choir or descant. A perfect choice for large
choir events. A valuable Learning Resource Page
with lesson plans and extensions to the national
standards is included.
11396845 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11396846 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11396847 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
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. It's easy to add drums, bass,
and guitar to really fill out the sound.
11316619 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.35
10663268 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.35
10663269 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.35
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
When We Share a Song—arr. Becki Slagle Mayo.
The power of uniting together in song is beautifully
represented in this original piece. Easy for young
singers, it includes an optional descant to bring the
piece to a powerful conclusion that audiences and
singers will love!
11393914 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.95
Where the Light Begins—Susan LaBarr.
"Perhaps it does not begin. Perhaps it is always.
... Perhaps this day the light begins in us." Jan
Richardson's rich and universal text is set with
an equally compelling and musically sensitive
setting that connects with singers of all ages.
Approachable vocal lines and a supportive, steady
accompaniment ensure ease of learning and allow
for meaningful performances.
11392537 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.85
11174706 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.00
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
Who I Want to Be—Coty Raven Morris/arr. Saleel
Menon. Focusing on personal and community
wellness, this original work alternates between
unison singing and layered sections that echo lyrics
between the voices. Certain to be empowered by
the rich messages found within, and with solo or
small group opportunities, your treble choir will
appreciate learning and performing this coming-of-
age piece.
11397059 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Why a Caged Bird Sings—Rollo Dilworth. Maya
Angelou's immortal text is given a fresh gospel-
and jazz-style setting as only Rollo Dilworth can
do. Rhythmic choral lines pulsate with excitement
that builds in intensity right through a jazz bridge
with vocables to a key change and thrilling
conclusion. Powerful!
11205692 SATB or SAT(B). . . . . . . . ME 2.35
11205693 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
Why We Sing—Greg Gilpin. The consummate
concert closer! "A sound of hope, a sound of peace,
a sound that celebrates and speaks what we believe.
A sound of love, a sound so strong. It's amazing
what is given when we share a song. This is why we
sing..." You won't find a better song than this one for
combined choirs celebrating the joy of music! Now
available in an a cappella version for SATB.
3303113 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10994258 SATB
A cappella version. . . . . . ME 2.10
3303243 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
3303244 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10009366 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10009367 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
3303280 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
3701788 Instrumental Parts
Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Wide Open Spaces—Sarah Quartel.
Commissioned for the 2015 National Conference
of the American Choral Directors Association, this
work reflects on the journeys and adventures to be
found in the wide open spaces within ourselves
and in the world around us. The uplifting melody
is passed from the upper voices to the lower voices
before the piece opens out into an expansive
texture with rich harmonies. A playful episode of
scat singing is introduced before a resolute final
chorus brings this evocative piece to a serene close.
10479646 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.35
11342508 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.35
10616213 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.35
Will the Circle Be Unbroken—arr. J. David
Moore. This wildly popular arrangement is a favorite
with choral festivals all over the country. Beginning
in the style of a bluegrass trio, the piece opens into
a four-part gospel celebration of the power of song
to create community. Often performed with an
opening solo refrain.
10704230 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
10341993 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
10905701 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
