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A Choice to Change the World—Kevin
Phillip Johnson. With powerful background
gospel harmonies, this piece affords
numerous opportunities to showcase soloists
within the context of a powerful, transformative
message. Including guitar and bass in the
second verse, this will bring positive, hopeful
energy to any concert!
11410886 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Choose Love—Kyle Pederson. An ethereal,
deeply moving piece about the conscious
decision to choose love. This has an ancient-
modern feel, made even more prominent with
the interplay between the Latin and English
text, and chant-like melodies layer to become
interesting harmonies that stretch the palette
and give it an otherworldly feel.
11394736 SATB divisi, with Piano
& opt. Handpan or
Electric Guitar . . . . . . . . .M 3.20
11406416 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . .30.00
Choose Something Like a Star (from
"Frostiana")—Randall Thompson. Robert
Frost's outstanding text is magnificently
enhanced by Randall Thompson's music
in this choral standard for concerts and
commencements. Thompson's setting of the
entire Frost work "Frostiana" is a keystone of
the choral literature.
338319 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
338400 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.85
3700592 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.85
Chosen Family—Roger Emerson. This original
power ballad speaks of the power of friendships
and the family we choose. Love bursts forth as
we sing, "You chose me and I chose you."
11513534 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11513535 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11513536 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Circa Mea—Mark Burrows. An interesting
take on a section of text from the medieval
Latin "Carmina Burana." This setting uses
modal harmonies, a haunting melodic line,
and transfixing percussion to express the
mysterious nature of the text.
10746413 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.90
11200617 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.90
Climb Higher—Pinkzebra. Here's a powerful
and upbeat motivational song about trying
your best to succeed. With high energy and
uncomplicated pop harmonies, it really works
for concert, pop, and show choirs! It's also a
great choice for graduation and moving-up
ceremonies at any level. Perform with the
accompaniment MP3 and help your students
rehearse with the part-dominant MP3 practice
tracks, available in a multi-user bundle to share
with your whole choir.
11415118 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11415120 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11415126 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11415124 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
The Cold Earth Slept Below—Jimmy Baas.
Percy Bysshe Shelley's wintry text is beautifully
set in this lyrical contemporary choral for
treble voices. Soaring vocal lines capture the
expressive lyrics, and the captivating vocal
harmonies and dramatic piano accompaniment
frame the contemplative mood. An exquisite
treble concert selection for any time of year!
11396612 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
11396613 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
The Cold Winds Blow—Paul David Thomas.
Walter de la Mare's adventuring text is aptly set
in this wonderful piece for tenor-bass choirs. A
natural fit for any winter concert, the piano
accompaniment brings the roll of the sea while
the vocal lines bravely traverse the wintery
wind and waves with confidence and strong
harmonies that suit the story.
11501681 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Colorful—Philip E. Silvey. The quote from
Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, "Well-behaved women
seldom make history" is the inspiration for
this moving and thought-provoking new piece
about female empowerment and celebrating
oneself. Singers will be challenged with
difficult rhythmic and melodic figures that bring
whimsey and character to the piece. Additional
SEL resources including videos from the
composer are accessible with a QR code!
11389453 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.30
Come and See—Karen Marrolli. "Where
compassion reigns, only love remains."
An original text that calls for slowing down,
centering our thoughts, and showing
compassion is paired with beautiful part-writing
and an optional part for cello.
11416007 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11416008 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Come in from the Firefly Darkness—Amy
F. Bernon. This exquisite work has a haunting
yet whimsical quality as it tells its story from
the viewpoint of a wanderer who has returned
home to share life's experiences, only to leave
again in the final, bittersweet measures. "Open
up your door, my friend, and let me come in
from the firefly darkness..." A beautifully poetic
text, set to shimmering music, this sings so
naturally that it will really let your voices soar!
The P/A CD is compatible with the SATB,
three-part mixed, unison/two-part and TBB
editions; the SSA version is in a different key.
10028546 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
3253911 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.75
10810590 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . ME 2.75
3296684 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
10366623 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
10028547 P/A CD for SATB and 3-Part
Mixed & TTBB Only . . . . . .26.95
10944160 P/A CD for SSA
Arrangement Only. . . . . . . .26.95
Come to Me—David W. Brewer. Christina
Rossetti's romantic poem is set with a rich
harmonic language and soaring melodic lines
in this original concert work for mixed choirs.
Harmonic dissonance weaves through the
piece, creating tension and release throughout.
11427767 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
Come to Me, O My Love—Allan Robert
Petker. This bright original work in 6/8 meter
has been successful in many voicings, and for
good reason! With an extra dose of rhythmic
vitality, the selection is centered around
a melodious canon and a buoyant piano
accompaniment, making it fun for performer
and listener alike.
1672963 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
1718097 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
3266491 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
10045233 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Come to the Music—Joseph Martin.
Commissioned for a premiere performance
at the Texas Music Educators Association
2000 convention, Joseph Martin's Come to
the Music is alive and electric with driving
rhythm, memorable melodies, mixed meter,
and joyful text. Optional percussion and piccolo
accompaniment (parts included) enhance the
medieval dance quality of this exciting piece.
3293529 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.60
10453564 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
10510924 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.55
3296613 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.55
3293537 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.55
10453568 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.99
10453569 Orchestration. . . . . . . . . . . .69.99
Come Travel With Me—Scott Farthing. Walt
Whitman's Song of the Open Road is the
basis for this expansive and melodic original
composition that is perfectly suited to the
young chorus. Limited range melodies and
chordal harmonies soar over an active piano
accompaniment, creating an expressive sound
tapestry that will captivate both singers and
listeners alike. Free-spirited and fun!
3296205 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.00
10850205 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.00
11316555 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.00
3281565 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.00
Come, Sing A Song With Me—Kimberly Hill/
arr. Joseph M. Martin. This is a cheerful song
of community that is easy to learn and has
a graceful piano accompaniment. A perfect
selection for beginning harmony singers that
will work well for starting your music class or
as a concert opener!
11388931 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.20
Connected—Brian Tate. "I am you are me...."
This innovative original uses a clever text and
pop-style music to create an environment of
togetherness among members of the choir.
Community - that's what it's all about. Each
vocal part gets its own statement, and all are
sequenced together into a rollicking chorus, all a
cappella, all fun! Complete with finger snaps and
handclaps, this will be a hit with your singers!
10602876 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
10997680 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
10729441 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.45
11199790 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.55
Count the Stars—Andy Beck. A poignant
original English text combined with Latin
phrases from the Requiem Mass lays
the foundation for this tender song of
remembrance. Deeply emotive musically,
with exquisite lyricism, this piece was
commissioned by the classmates of a high
school student who passed away to honor
his memory. Contemporary cluster chords,
beautifully sculpted phrases, and expressive
dynamics leave the listener with a sense of
awe and wonder.
10751916 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
10751917 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
10751918 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
Count Your Blessings—Andy Beck. This
simple song of gratitude celebrates plentiful
good things. It begins and ends sweetly,
building to a sweeping descant-topped refrain.
It's an expressive way to offer thanks at your
concert or service.
11413693E SATB ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . E 2.99
11413694E SAB ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.99
11413695E Two-Part ePrint . . . . . . . . E 2.99
Creature of Steel and Steam—Andrew Parr.
Ella Wheeler Wilcox's historical poem vividly
describes impressions of a locomotive as if
it were a living being of flesh and blood. With
a quick-paced minor key setting, dynamic
contrasts, and rhythmic writing, it is sure to hold
the interest of your choir and audience. The use
of well-crafted melodies and countermelodies
that partner make it easy to learn and will give
you great success as you perform.
11427772 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.20
11427769 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
Credo—Rollo Dilworth. This proclamation
of racial equality and social justice by W.E.B
DuBois is set in three distinct movements. The
first two movements, I Believe in God and I
Believe in Service, are set in a jazz style with
the third movement set in the style of an African
American gospel hymn.
11513908 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.25
Crossing the Bar—Matthew A. Armstrong
& Shelly Armstrong. A high-energy treatment
of the famous Tennyson poem, this beautiful
setting for tenor-bass choirs may be included
as a part of a trilogy of Tennyson poems.
11394737 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
11394730 Octavo-A Farewell SATB . . . 2.65
11394762 Octavo-There Is Sweet
Music Here SSAA . . . . . . . . . 2.25
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