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Ad Astra (To the Stars...)—Jacob Narverud.
Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and
voices with independent vocal lines, this work
simply radiates energy with a message of
hope and empowerment: "To the stars through
difficulties, look upward, move forward, leave all
cares behind." Impressive and accessible!
11162004 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
10846403 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
11501685 Two-Part Mixed/Opt. Alto . . . . M 2.50
11501674 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
10990329 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
11370919 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
Aia la 'o Pele i Hawai'i—Jace Kaholokulu
Saplan. Based on a traditional Hawaiian
chant with original music, this rousing work for
advanced treble choirs brings all the drama of
a volcanic eruption normally associated with
destruction. But in Hawaiian culture, Pele - the
goddess of volcanos and fire - also evokes awe
and veneration. Layered ostinato patterns and
dramatic divisi harmonies, along with the use of
the Ipu, a Hawaiian percussion instrument, create
an exciting experience!
11415495 SSAA divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.00
And the Night Shall Be Filled With Music—
Michael John Trotta. A celebration of the power
of music, this work is a sonorous setting of Henry
Wadsworth Longfellow's well-known poem.
A rhythmic, energetic accompaniment, an a
cappella middle section, and optional percussion
on the final refrain make this piece a great option
for a concert closer.
11515259 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.10
Au pas, camarades (Song of the Onion)—arr.
Emily Crocker. This French marching song from
the 1800s, also known as Chanson de l'Oignon or
"Song of the Onion," uses compound meter in the
storytelling verses and duple meter in the refrain to
keep soldiers in step. This arrangement is easily
learned and offers an English translation along
with the French text.
11531483 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
11531478 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
Be the Sunlight—Debra E. Stempien & Gregory
H. Turner. A lovely lyrical melody and inspirational
text grace this original work with many teaching
moments. Ample unison writing and opportunities
for all parts to sing the melody as well as
creative harmonic lines and a supportive piano
accompaniment make this a strong choice for
spring concerts.
11535640 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60
Be Thou My Vision—arr. Kyle Pederson. This
simple but lovely reimagining of the iconic hymn
features a gentle syncopation of the familiar
SLANE melody. The text, while similar to the
traditional, has a more socially responsive slant
that will be appropriate for worship, school, or
concert. Optional oboe or C instrument adds
lovely tone color.
11416024 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11416025 Instrumental Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Believe Me If All Those Endearing Young
Charms—Thomas Moore/arr. Mike Wilson.
Simple in form but deep in its message that
love endures longer than physical beauty, this
arrangement of an Irish ballad offers two verses
scored with flexible voicings, an optional solo,
and flexible accompaniment. Perform this piece
a cappella, with piano or guitar, or with the
recorded orchestral accompaniment featuring
pennywhistle, hammered dulcimer, violin, guitar,
piano, and bass.
11416571 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . ME 1.95
11416572 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
Breathe—Coleman Peterson. Drawing on our
shared humanity, this original work from new
composer Peterson encourages us to confront the
isolationism that's becoming prevalent in our world
due to so many crises, fears, and uncertainty
and instead revel in the simple beauty of just
being together to breathe and live. Featuring
the inner voices with altos carrying the melody
throughout, the warm a cappella divisi texture
invites both singers and listeners in to take part in
a breathtaking musical experience. Stunning!
11410678 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.40
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
Calling All Singers!—Amy F. Bernon. Joyfully
calling out the wonders of collaboration and
creativity that make up our musical lives, this
opener is a great choice for young choirs!
Classically styled, it is has wonderful teaching
moments and high performance value. The
audience will love how it ends with "we love
singing for you!"
11535659 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
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
Canto de Pilon—arr. Cristian Grases. With lots
lots of clapping and other body percussion,
this entertaining arrangement of a traditional
Venezuelan song is sung in Spanish throughout.
11513219 SAB or Three-Part Mixed . . . ME 2.95
10279602 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
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."
11536288 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
11536289 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
11372378 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
Chervona Kalyna (The Red Viburnum)—arr.
Erica Glenn. Sung by people around the world in
show of solidarity for Ukraine, this traditional song
written in 1875 has become an anthem of unity
and strength. Telling the story of the red viburnum
flower's persistence, it symbolizes Ukraine rising.
Presented with a singable transliterated text, the
arrangement for treble choir with clarinet and
piano provides pronunciation and translation for
all the lines that are not in English.
11535654 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
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
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.
11415118 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11415120 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11415126 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11415124 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
Confitemini Domino—Victor C. Johnson. This
energetic setting of the traditional Latin text
is ideal for developing choirs. A mixed-meter
introduction followed by energetic syncopation
and a contrasting middle section make this a great
piece for any festival or concert.
11503178 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11503179 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.05
11503274 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44.99
Crossroad—Reginal Wright. Robert Frost's well-
known poem The Road Not Taken is given an
emotional and uplifting setting. A twinkling piano
accompaniment supports the voices, and the
optional violin duet floats above, expanding on
figures from the vocal parts.
11536291 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.65
11540850E SAB ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.65
11536290 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.65
Let nothing stop you from singing!
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