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Bring Me All Your Dreams—Christopher H.
Harris. A beautifully simple setting of familiar
words by Langston Hughes showcases
homophonic writing and a rich harmonic palette.
11512383 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.60
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
11196339 SA or Two-Part . . . . . . ME 2.20
11196340 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
The Brook (Chatter, Chatter)—Paul David
Thomas. Like an ever-moving brook,
chattering along, captured by the perpetual
motion of the piano part, the use of the
asymmetrical meter creates a constant sense
of forward momentum in this delightful piece.
Opportunities abound for literary connections,
diction, tone, and meter with this text from a
poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson.
10990279 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
11501645 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
By Night—Elaine Hagenberg. Harriet Prescott
Spofford's poem describes a young woman
who discovers a bold new world of thrilling
beauty when she ventures beyond her familiar
walls. Accompanied by piano and optional
violin, cello, and percussion, this dramatic work
depicts the text in epic fashion, alternating
between sections of galloping frenetic energy
and sedate periods of calm chordal harmony.
An exhilarating piece for mixed or treble choirs!
11502585 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
11397314 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
11502586 Instrumental Parts
for SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35.00
11502305 Instrumental Parts
for SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35.00
Calico Cat—Andy Beck. "Black as the
midnight, and white as the snow; gold as the
sunshine, my cat of calico." This folk song
styled original features easy-to-sing harmonic
patterns and a tongue twisting patter text that
tells the tale of the whimsically colorful cat.
Cued notes offer a three-part texture in novelty
piece that explores diction and precision in a
delightful package!
10996689 Two-Part or SSA . . . . . . . E 2.05
10997480 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . .44.99
A Call for Peace—Jerry Estes. This timeless
call for peace in the world, based on a
Gregorian chant-like vibe in minor mode,
creates an ancient-modern concert work with
a message that is appropriate for any time of
year. Designed to be three-part a cappella,
but with options for piano accompaniment and
additional percussion, this well-crafted piece
features reasonable ranges for young singers
in an exciting imitative texture that is easy to
learn and impressive to perform.
11202514 Three-Part Mixed opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . ME 2.45
11202515 TTB opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . ME 2.45
Call to Me—Kelsey Hohnstein-Reinhart. Sara
Teasdale's poem melds the natural world and
the personal world in ways that still resonate
today. A reflective a cappella opening gives
way to an energetic and syncopated groove
that is well suited to a text about a restless free
spirit. Intermediate choirs will enjoy this colorful
work full of vivid imagery.
11514801 SSATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.60
The Call (from "The Chronicles of Narnia:
Prince Caspian")—Regina Spektor/arr.
Dianne Gryba. A cappella voices are featured
with gentle harmonies and a simple, quiet
texture that just lets the voices sing without
pushing. This heartfelt text challenges
choristers to explore a wide range of
expressive possibilities and features the altos
on the melody.
11397413 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Can We Sing the Darkness to Light?—Kyle
Pederson. The text of this work invites the
listener to imagine a world without weapons
of war where the human experience is defined
through the lens of mercy and compassion.
The music is peaceful and very appropriate
to the text, with little divisi in the choral parts
and a supportive piano accompaniment.
Optional full score and parts for violin and
cello accompaniment are available from
the publisher.
10994208 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80
11372826 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80
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 3.65
3183191 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
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
Cantamos! (We Sing!)—James M. DesJardins.
This energetic and fun piece for SA or two-part
treble voices with mixed English and Spanish
text celebrates the power of singing. The spicy
and rhythmic accompaniment moves every line
forward in a lively dance until the very last "Sing!"
Singers and audiences alike will love this piece.
10683352 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
Cantate!—Victor C. Johnson. This joyous Latin
text paired with a fitting English text has been
set in a bright, lilting style. This short piece is a
perfect introduction to Latin for young singers,
with limited complexity and vocal lines that help
singers stay on part.
11393877 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.75
Canticum Novum—Kenney Potter. This setting
enables young singers to respond to current
events and will make a great festival opener!
11416006 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
Cantimus de Amore (We Sing of Love)—
Mark Hayes. With a Baroque-era flair, this
original minor-key work is truly captivating.
Three phrases in Latin alternate with a largely
English text from John Parker about living life
fully. Swiftly flowing melodic lines offer the
opportunity to learn about melismatic singing
and a variety of harmonic textures, all in a fun-
to-sing setting.
11413690E SATB ePrint. . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11413691E SAB ePrint . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11413692E SSA ePrint . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
Canto Que Amabas (The Song You Loved)
—Z. Randall Stroope. This moving selection
features a smoothly flowing harmonic texture
that courses throughout the piece. Warm and
enveloping, The Song You Loved will be the
song you love singing.
11406933 SSATBB divisi . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
Capture the Sun—Eric Tsavdar. The
message of this song will have your singers
motivated! Featuring a soloist or solo group, it
is lightly syncopated with lots of textures that
ebb and flow. With limited divisi parts, this piece
will make an excellent choice for honor choirs
and concert performances. "So keep an eye
on me now, I'll show you all, wait and see; I'm
gonna capture the sun!"
11514206 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . 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
11393274 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Carry the Music—Sarah Quartel. This
uplifting and affirmatory piece sets a text by
the composer inspired by the reflections of the
Northwest Girlchoir on what their choir means
to them. A gradual building of choral texture
creates an atmosphere of heartfelt celebration of
choral singing that culminates with the profound
closing words "I hear you. I see you too."
11372378 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
Catch & Release—Jocelyn Hagen. Many
young people fall in love with choral music
during high school because of the passion
of their teachers. This song celebrates the
inspiration that teachers pass on to their
students, even though their lives intersect
only briefly. Shimmering piano lines and lush
harmonies make this piece a touching sendoff,
perfect for graduation and a wonderful tribute to
the teachers that change students' lives.
11415360 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.95
Celebrate the Differences—Jill Gallina. If we
could just teach one another to love, honor,
cherish, and respect each other, what a
wonderful world we could create! This upbeat
song embraces these qualities in an easy-
to-sing setting that is both memorable and
important. Spirited and uplifting, an extended
character education lesson is included within
the score.
11422570 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.25
11422573 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Changes—Audrey Snyder. Changing the
world starts with just one person! Using a
powerful vocal call and response with body
percussion, this original work builds confidence
and self-awareness through the affirming lyrics
and vocal inflections. A refreshing change of
pace for any concert!
10999262 SATB opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . . . E 2.25
10605483 SSA opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . . . E 2.35
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
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