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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
The Night Will Never Stay—Judith Herrington.
"Though you bind it to the blowing wind and you
buckle it to the moon, the night will slip away
like a sorrow or a tune." The poetry of Eleanor
Farjeon is so evocative, and this setting is an
excellent vehicle for teaching tone and musical
phrasing to young voices.
11395873 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
11513229 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
10995824 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . ME 2.75
No Color—Stacey V. Gibbs & Shawn
Kirchner. From two very important composers
of our time, the lyrics in this monumental work
challenge ideas of racism and discrimination,
while the music combines jazz and traditional
choral techniques. No Color offers choirs the
chance to declare that no color can come
between us.
11173011 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.20
Northern Lights—Ola Gjeilo. Set to the Latin
Pulchra es amica mea text from Song of
Solomon, this a cappella work is inspired by
the beauty of the aurora borealis as seen by
the composer in his native Norway.
10090831 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.10
10606187 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.10
10991432 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.10
The Note Within—Ruth Morris Gray. "I have
a song within my heart." This simple song is
a quick learn for young choirs. Ample unison
singing, easy harmonies, and a canon setting
- this quickly stacks up to sound impressive.
11393334 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . E 2.05
11393335 Two-Part or SSA . . . . . . . E 2.05
11393336 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Nothing Is Gonna Stop Me—Pinkzebra.
Portraying an air of confidence and a drive
to succeed, these empowering lyrics are
set in a driving rock setting that concert
and show choirs will enjoy. An ideal choice
for any kind of celebratory occasion from
award ceremonies to graduations or year-
end concerts, this powerful song about inner
determination will make a strong statement.
Perform with piano accompaniment,
with guitar, bass and drums, or use the
accompaniment MP3. Help your students
rehearse with the part-dominant MP3
practice tracks, available in a multi-user
bundle to share with your whole choir.
11372792 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11372795 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11372797 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11372796 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11379504 Instrumental Parts
Guitar, Bass, Drums . . . . . .20.00
Now is the Time to Dream—Greg Gilpin.
This dreamy setting affords opportunities for
tone development with a balance between
independent vocal lines and sweetly
harmonized homophonic sections. "Close your
eyes. Listen to your heart."
11501663 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11198012 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
O Love—Elaine Hagenberg. This beautiful
setting of George Matheson's familiar hymn
text functions perfectly in both sacred or
secular settings. Here, O Love is given a
fresh new melody with equally refreshing and
gorgeous harmonies. You will not want to miss
this for use as a sacred meditation in a worship
service or in a concert setting as a tribute to the
glory of love itself. Simply stunning!
10667410 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
10954544 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
10954546 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
10954547 Cello part for all voicings . . . . 4.95
O Sing—Kenney Potter. This work is dedicated
to the musical influences in the performers'
lives, entreating them to sing to the world
around them. In a lively mixed meter, it includes
both supportive accompanied sections as well
as tender a cappella moments.
11512059 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25
O Summer Breeze—Ruth Elaine Schram
& Aren Newell Williams. Throughout this
whimsical and engaging original piece, both
piano and voices evoke a nostalgic feel.
Creative yet accessible choral writing and an
imaginative text make this a great choice for
treble choirs.
11514670 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
The Oarsmen (Tales from the North)—
Meredith Tompkins. Ashley Dame's text
depicts the Viking Age: a time of battle and
conquest, when brave mariners ventured
forth to create, protect, and defend their new
homes and lives. Written specifically to provide
a comfortable tessitura for unchanged (Stage I
and Stage II) emerging tenor and bass voices,
it offers the right mix of flexibility and exciting
appeal that will guarantee success.
11370889 Three-Part Treble or TTT
(Unchanged Voices) . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Oceans and Stars—Amy Bernon. Paralleling
the voyages we make through life with those of
a river flowing to the sea, this poignant original
work creates a thoughtful and meaningful
atmosphere using lovely harmonies with a
wonderful text of togetherness and support.
Suitable for any general concert, it is also a
superb choice for graduation.
10509120 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10509121 Three-Part Mixed . . . . ME 2.50
10979402 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . ME 2.20
10680940 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
10979395E Instrumental Parts ePrint . .30.00
10785761 Multi-Song
Accompaniment CD . . . . . .44.99
October Twilight—Casper Christensen.
Serving as a reminder to be grateful, the
soaring piano part conjures up images of
birds flying south for winter, falling leaves, and
violent thunderstorms, while the descending
melody brings with it a reflective melancholy.
A nice selection for younger groups.
11514310 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
Oh, Think of Me—Elaine Hagenberg. The
simple beauty of a sunrise, a summer breeze,
or evening stars can evoke memories of a
loved one. Oh, Think of Me was inspired by
a poem by Frances Anne Kemble to honor
the life of a young man who died too young.
With a beautiful, emotive piano part, soaring
melodies and reflective moments, your singers
and audience will find heartache and then
resolution and peace in both the music and the
text. Absolutely breathtaking!
10661176 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
The Old Mill—Kenneth Riggs. Rigg's
intriguing setting of this poignant, reflective
poem by Thomas Dunn English features an
accompaniment that emulates flowing water
and the turning of the mill wheel. The minor
mode and 6/8 pulse effectively establish the
mood for this haunting piece which will provide
a unique contrast for your concert or festival
programming needs. This is truly a special
piece of music you won't want to miss.
10906199 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
10601729 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
10647355 CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
Ombra Mai Fu (Largo from "Xerxes")—G.F.
Handel/arr. Adam Podd & Matt Podd. Originally
written for solo soprano, Handel's well-known
masterpiece has been reimagined for choir, with
a modern touch. An ode to nature's beauty with
its original Italian text, this new arrangement
makes a perfect spring or concert selection
that is easy to put together. Two separate piano
accompaniments are available, easier and
advanced. The accompaniment MP3 includes
a shorter version and a longer version with the
cuts indicated in the score for added flexibility.
Also available as a virtual choir kit.
11374431 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11374432 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11374434 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . ME 2.50
11374435 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11374433 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11374436 Instrumental Parts . . . ME 15.00
11374437 Advanced Piano
Accompaniment . . . . . ME 1.00
Omnia Sol (Let Your Heart Be Staid)—
Z. Randall Stroope. Omnia sol temperat,
"the sun warms everything," comes from a
verse of Latin found in Carmina Burana. The
composer's English text speaks to the human
need to anchor words of love and commitment
in the hearts of those who have been
pillars along life's way. This is an important
contribution to choral literature!
10006501 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
11172869 SSAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.20
10006502 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
10590499 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
10590500 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
10068270 Instrumental Parts
Brass & Percussion. . . . . . .39.95
Omnia Vincit Amor—Michael John Trotta.
This energetic original work is a testament that
"Love conquers all, therefore let us surrender
to love!" In Latin, with pronunciation guide and
translation included, this festival work may
be performed a cappella or with the optional
piano accompaniment, presenting flexibility
and educational opportunity for teaching blend
and musicality.
11370925 SATB opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . ME 2.25
11162401 Three-Part Mixed opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . ME 2.50
10944960 SA opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . ME 2.50
10871930 TB opt. piano
accompaniment. . . . . . ME 2.50
One Song—David L. Brunner. The beautiful
sentiment by an unknown poet is perfect
for young singers and the hope they bring
to life. The composer has set this text in an
equally beautiful and simple way that will allow
your young singers to grow in their musical
independence. "One life can make a difference,
you see, it's up to you."
11513715 SA or Two-Part . . . . . . ME 2.20
One Step—Jocelyn Hagen. Full of energy with
a wonderful motivational message, this thrilling
piece works beautifully for advanced choirs.
About embracing a messy path to achieve
your goal, this original work incorporates
body percussion that emphasizes the strength
needed to move through difficulty to success.
11133584 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.75
11392608 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.75
Only in Sleep (Tikai Miega)—Eriks Esenvalds.
A beautiful soprano solo surrounded by lush
a cappella choral lines and a suspended
cymbal part create this dramatic setting of a
Sara Teasdale text. This is a stunning modern
choral work that has been widely performed by
festival, honors and collegiate choirs.
10538726 SSAATTBB with soprano solo
and suspended cymbal. .M 4.50
10786591 SSSAAA with soprano solo and
suspended cymbal . . . . .M 4.50
Opening—Bob Chilcott. An upbeat setting
of words by Charles Bennett celebrating the
arrival of spring, this selection features changing
meters, a compelling verse-refrain structure,
and catchy melodies. A darker middle section
mirrors the text's reflection on winter's snow and
silence before the music opens out into a final,
joyful statement of the verse and refrain as the
first signs of spring appear.
11415043 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.65
Orion—Susan LaBarr. Comparing the
constellation Orion to the strength that we
can find in times of trial, poet and composer
Faith Zimmer's text empowers singers to
find their inner worth. The choral setting for
treble choir shimmers with elegant harmonies
and singable melodic lines that capture the
wonder, mystery, and ultimate triumph of the
human spirit. An exceptional choice for winter
or general programming.
11415507 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.10
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