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Be the Light—Franklin Willis. Inspired by
Amanda Gorman's poem The Hill We Must Climb,
this piece reminds us that when we work together,
we can be the light in our communities. Up-tempo
and easily learned, your singers will feel inspired
to embrace their brilliance and share their light!
11515420 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.95
11515421 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.95
11515422 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . E 2.95
11515423 Three-Part Treble . . . . . . . . E 2.95
11515424 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.95
Canon of Hope—Mark Burrows. "Find hope,
shine hope, sing hope." This simple melody stacks
into a three-part canon by the end of the song,
building the skills of developing part singers.
A quote from Emily Dickinson's poem Hope Is
the Thing with Feathers provides contrast in the
middle of this original song.
11503168 Two/Three-Part. . . . . . . . . . E 2.20
11503274 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.99
Children Will Listen (from "Into the
Woods")—arr. Jacob Narverud. This powerful
and passionate ballad the Witch sings to her
daughter in Sondheim's masterpiece "Into the
Woods" is set here for the concert stage. It is a
tour de force when performed with piano, but
when using the optional instrumentation for two
violins, viola, cello, celesta, and percussion, this
will be a most memorable addition to a concert.
The SATB version includes a part for optional
children's chorus or descant.
11504095 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
11500442 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.30
Ev'rything's Gonna Be Alright—
arr. Rollo Dilworth. This traditional spiritual
carries a universal message of optimism and
hope for a brighter tomorrow. Repetition of text
and melody along with growing dynamics create
a powerfully dramatic effect throughout the piece.
Foot taps, beginning in the anthem's middle
section, simulate the feeling of a march that
intensifies the spirit of determination and resolve.
11424025 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.60
Every Time—Jim Papoulis. "Every time I try to
make a difference in the world, I wonder if I'm on.
Tell me I am not alone." Upbeat, and able to be
performed in a contemporary a cappella style or
with the notated piano accompaniment, this pop-
style concert work is full of rhythm and energy.
Optional parts for djembe and shaker are available
as a download on the publisher's website.
11513570 SATB opt.
Piano Accompaniment . . . . M 2.60
11513413 TTBB opt.
Piano Accompaniment . . . . M 2.60
Harriet Tubman—Rollo Dilworth.
Capturing the importance of the Eloise Greenfield
poem and the dramatic story of Harriet Tubman's
life, this original work also includes the spirituals
If I Got My Ticket and Go Down, Moses. Tubman
was a conductor of the Underground Railroad and
often was referred to as the "Moses" of her people.
11514944 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.85
10558318 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
10603851E Instrumental Parts
Bass, Djembe ePrint. . . . . . . . 10.00
Hope On!—Michael Bussewitz-Quarm.
At times, we can feel empty struggling with anxiety
and fear, but these lyrics by Shantel Sellers
inspire us to know that now is the time for hope!
Although it can make us feel vulnerable, hope
is also courage. With a contemporary rhythmic
energy and accessible harmonies, the piece builds
in intensity with drums, bass guitar, piano, and
strings. It even includes a section where choir
members can contribute to the lyrics.
11515575 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11515576 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11515577 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11515578 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
I Need You to Survive—David Frazier/
arr. Rollo Dilworth. First recorded by gospel
legend Hezekiah Walker, this message of
togetherness and support rings true in a powerful
arrangement for treble choir.
11514305 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.20
I'll Be Your River—Mark Butler. This inspiring
original composition is a soulful ballad featuring
the opportunity to showcase multiple soloists.
This accessible yet inspiring work will be a favorite
among high school singers and audiences.
11514214 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
11514215 Instrumental Parts
Viola & Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.00
Let There Be Peace on Earth—
arr. Rollo Dilworth. This classic song of peace
has become an anthem for our times. Accessibly
set in just two parts, it features nice moving
harmonies and a little bit of gospel styling,
especially in the piano accompaniment. Social-
emotional (SEL) assets, including videos from the
arranger and lesson plans lifting up SEL themes
that are sure to lead to spirited discussion, are
available on the publisher's website.
11513663 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
Let Us Live as One—Laura Farnell.
With an inspirational text taken from the psalms
and quotes from Martin Luther King, this powerful
and inspirational setting for young tenors and
basses will allow for conversations around change,
peace, and unity. Flexibly set, it can either be in
two, three, or in some places four parts and is sure
to elicit a strong response from your singers.
11513664 TB or TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
A New Way—Mark Burrows. This powerful
choral is bursting with infectious energy and
inspiring lyrics that encourage everyone to believe
in their ability to join forces and support each other
in the creation of a more harmonious world: "We'll
build a new world together. We'll lay down pride
and side by side we'll build a new world, we'll find
a new way, together."
11514628 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.45
11514629 SAB or Three-Part Mixed ME 2.45
People Get Ready—Curtis Mayfield/
arr. Kyle Pederson. Immortalized by Rolling
Stone as one of the greatest songs of all time,
this gospel-influenced Curtis Mayfield classic has
remained relevant since its release in 1965. Part of
a long tradition of African American freedom songs
that use train imagery, Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr. considered this the unofficial anthem of the
Civil Rights Movement. This groovy arrangement
captures the musical style with bluesy vocals and
a riff-filled piano part.
11503271 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
11503272 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
Songs for the People—Rollo Dilworth.
A big, bold piano introduction sets the stage for this
powerful and inspirational song. "Let the harmonies
of freedom ring" is a message for this time and all
times. The gospel feel of this original song gives
the lyrics clarity, and an a cappella section makes
this a worthy closing to your concert!
11398406 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.85
11513789 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.20
Times They Are A-Changin'—Bob Dylan/
arr. Adam Podd. This reimagined interpretation of
the classic Bob Dylan song is a perfect choice for
choirs looking for socially responsive music. The
reharmonization and contrasting musical style will
bring new attention and poignancy to these well-
known words.
11384872 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
11513834 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
United in Purpose—Rollo Dilworth. This is
a rhythmic, contemporary gospel-style anthem
featuring the words of Maya Angelou, charging
all of us to take responsibility for making our
communities safe, supportive, and just. Reinforced
by a gospel-inspired harmonic palette and
accompaniment, your singers and audience alike
will feel united after performing this piece.
11405285 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
11514798 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
11413825 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.60
11514799 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Weather: Stand the Storm—Rollo Dilworth.
This work for choir, narrator, and piano with
optional wind band or chamber ensemble is
intended to be a learning and growth experience in
all ways emotional and intellectual. A companion
resource is available for students, educators,
conductors, and audiences to learn more about the
social, political, and historical context of this work
and to become better citizens in our communities,
bridging divides through our shared humanity.
11502382 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 7.95
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