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ELEMENTARY CHORAL SELECTIONS
I Met a Bird—Jim Papoulis. Nature not only
inspires us but encourages us in this groovy tune.
Plaintive text, directly from the imaginations of
kids, is partnered with laid-back piano and drum
parts in this cheerful and conversational work
aimed at empowering the youthful nature inside
of us. "Just spread your wings and believe it!"
11539754 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
It's All Right (from "Soul")—Curtis Mayfield/arr.
Robert T. Gibson. Jon Batiste's cover of the 1963
Impressions hit in Disney/Pixar's "Soul" brings
this early Curtis Mayfield song to a whole new
generation. Built on a soulful groove, jazzy twists,
and a feel-good vibe, this choral arrangement
is based on the Batiste version from the film.
Accessible to choirs of all ages in a variety of
voicings, it's sure to be a hit at your next concert!
11347553 Two-Part or SSA. . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
J'entends le Moulin (I Hear the Windmill)—
arr. Emily Crocker. Hear the steady sound of
the mill wheel in this brisk setting of the French
Canadian folk song, which uses alternate French
and English text. "I hear the windmill, tick-a tick-a
tack-a..." Use the pronunciation guide on the
inside cover or the Teaching P/A CD to practice
the French lyrics. This is easy and fun to sing!
10030298 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Lakeside Lullaby—Jacob Narverud. Following
up on his stunning Lunar Lullaby, Narverud returns
with another original lullaby, this time evoking
a tranquil lakeside setting. The piece inspires
musical sensitivity with lush harmonies and
suspended cluster cadences, gentle melodies,
and a flowing piano accompaniment that offers
a constant spinning motion to support the choral
lines. Beautiful!
11415376 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Las Chiapanecas (Mexican Hand Clap Song)
—arr. Jill Gallina. Widely known as the Mexican
Hand Clap Song, this spirited waltz is a joyful
song of celebration that is lots of fun to sing! The
unofficial state song of Chiapas, it can be performed
here in both English and Spanish with enunciation
and translation provided. The Complete Choral
Kit (CCK) has been specifically designed to
successfully and easily facilitate traditional choral
rehearsals or remote choral singing and instruction.
Each CCK is available for immediate download and
comes with: a non-transferable license that provides
the purchaser with mechanical, synchronization,
and streaming rights; a reproducible PDF of
the octavo to make copies for each member of
your choir; a reproducible PDF of performance
notes; part-dominant MP3s to aid students in
practicing and learning their parts; a demonstration
performance MP3; an accompaniment track MP3
for performances.
11536058 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Lunar Lullaby—Jacob Narverud. Beautiful, lush
choral harmonies, soaring melodies, and a
supportive piano accompaniment that offers
constant motion and contrast to the choral parts
set off an imaginative text that tells of the "celestial
child" in the stars. This accessible and beautifully
crafted piece will be a superb addition to any
choral library. A choral classic!
11510129 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
Memories—arr. Andy Beck. "Close to ones here
today, close to ones that we lost on the way, 'cause
the dreams bring back the memories, and the
memories bring back you." With lyrics that really
resonate with anyone who has felt loss, this heartfelt
song with an upbeat pop ballad feel encourages
us to remember the past, embrace the present,
and look towards the future. Adaptable for many
occasions, it is a sweet song with an undeniable
groove that your choir will know and love.
11372770 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.10
A Million Dreams (from "The Greatest Show-
man")—Benj Pasek & Justin Paul/arr. Mac Huff.
Perhaps the most memorable song from the
blockbuster movie, this inspirational text and
captivating melody combine to create a song that
is beloved by young and old. Dreams are the fuel
that motivate our young people, and it is wonderful
to be able to encourage their creativity, passion and
individuality with a stellar song like this. A fantastic
arrangement with all the power of the original!
10873446 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
A Moment—Dan Thieman. This beautiful, lyrical
piece sends a gentle reminder that it's important
to slow down and enjoy the beauty of life with
those around you. It can be sung in two parts
or optional unison, a cappella or with a flowing,
arpeggiated piano part. Support your students'
social-emotional learning with this touching piece.
11416557 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 1.95
The Moon—Andy Beck. Written especially for
two-part choirs, this inquisitive piece features
lyrical unisons, echo singing, and sensible duet
harmonies. A haunting piano motive represents
the moon throughout as the childlike text ignites
your choir's collective imagination. "O moon,
shining in the night... come again tomorrow night..."
A marvelous, luminous nocturne for young voices!
10047188 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05
Popular (from "Wicked")—Stephen Schwartz/
arr. Audrey Snyder. From the hit Broadway
musical "Wicked," this lively, effervescent song
features Glinda (the Good Witch) preparing to
teach Elphaba (the future Wicked Witch of the
West) how to be popular. Fun to sing, yet poignant
too, it's a tongue-in-cheek masterpiece arranged
for treble choir!
11530807 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Potato Chips—Julia Bunora/arr. Roger Emerson.
Who doesn't like potato chips? This fun, medium-
swing song is sure to be a hit with singers and
audiences. The easy-to-sing melody, simple
harmony, and cool snaps are perfect for any pop
or general concert!
11537350 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
A Respectable Bird—Suzy Johnson. Here's a
lighthearted number inspired by one of America's
founding fathers, Ben Franklin, who was a big
fan of the American turkey. Set in the style of a
tango with a clarinet for color, this novelty extols
the virtues of this corpulent, feathery friend. Fun
and engaging at any time of year, but especially
near Thanksgiving, your singers and audiences
will gobble this one up!
11525370 Three-Part Treble . . . . . . . . . ME 3.75
Seeds—Mark Burrows. Emerging voices shine
in this heartfelt anthem of purpose which brings
a message of empowerment and optimism: "In
our hands we hold the seeds to sow what our
world needs. If you want a world of peace, be
peace." A tender piano accompaniment and a
beautiful part for optional cello provide a wonderful
foundation for treble singers. A lovely selection for
community, school, and church children's choirs.
11539929 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
Shenandoah—arr. Andrew Parr. This exquisite
setting of the beloved American folk song has
been artistically arranged for mixed or treble choirs
of all ages. A beautiful piano accompaniment
brings an independent voice to the arrangement,
and the optional harmony part creates echoes,
canonic imitation, and moving harmonies for a
gorgeous effect. A valuable Learning Resource
Page is also included for extension exercises and
connections to the national standards.
11202520 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Shine—Adam Podd & Matt Podd. Elevate your
spirits with this inspiring choral composition in a
captivating pop style. The motivational lyrics carry
an uplifting message of love, unity, and hope, where
we believe that together, we can shine brighter than
ever before. It's ideally suited for younger choirs,
and it can be a great choice for graduations and
moving-up ceremonies or final concerts.
11539417 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Sisi Ni Moja—Jacob Narverud. A celebratory,
highly rhythmic composition. The Swahili title
means "We are one" - meaning all human beings
have much in common. The energetic djembe sets
the tone, the piano adds its own rhythmic design,
and the singers dramatically deliver the message.
10776380 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
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