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All My Trials—arr. Norman Luboff.
Beautiful harmonies, lush-sounding chords and
lots of expression combine for this arrangement of
the familiar Bahamian spiritual. It's a cappella with
some divisi as well.
11567934 SSAA opt. Flute (or Violin) . . . . . . 2.60
Ave Maria—Giulio Caccini/
arr. Patrick Liebergen. This haunting melody
from the Italian Renaissance has been recorded
most recently by Charlotte Church and Andrea
Bocelli. Patrick Liebergen's setting features
straightforward vocal lines, a supportive piano
accompaniment, and an optional flute part that is
never overstated, but lets the enchanting melody
and harmonies speak for themselves. Expressive
and beautiful at every turn, this is a glorious
addition to sacred choral literature!
3285525 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Be Thou My Vision—arr. Dan Forrest.
This masterfully crafted essay on the timeless
Irish hymn balances melody, the singers, and
the accompanist. Liquid vocals appear over
understated piano lines, followed by judicious a
cappella phrases and a sweeping crescendo to the
phrase "Heart of my own heart, whatever befall."
A worshipful treatment of a timeless melody.
10515946 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
Blessing—Katie Moran Bart.
Your congregation will immediately recognize
the familiar old Irish verse in this setting that is
appropriate as a benediction or when saying
farewell to a beloved member. "...And until we
meet again, May God hold you in the palm of
His hand." Now choirs from adult to children may
enjoy this delicate and expressive work, and you
might think of combining choirs for a particularly
effective musical offering.
1537968 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Deep River—arr. Victor C. Johnson.
The artistically crafted piano accompaniment
creates a gentle, wave-like motion to support the
warm, lush choral textures and harmonies in this
superb arrangement of the beloved spiritual. This
elegant setting is a perfect opportunity to expand
your choir's harmonic language and cultural
understanding. A valuable Learning Resource
Page is included for even more educational value.
11395972 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
Down in the River to Pray—arr. Jace Wittig.
In the SSAA voicing, this piece went viral when
the Colorado All-State Treble Choir sang from
the balconies in a hotel lobby! This a cappella
arrangement of the folk hymn made popular in
the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" utilizes
body percussion, compelling harmonies, and an
authentic vocal style to create an unforgettable
choral piece. Great to open or close a concert!
10999983 SSAA divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Down to the River to Pray—
Ken Medema/arr. Mary McDonald.
This dynamic medley captures the spirit and
message of two popular songs that deal with the
significance of prayer for the individual believer
and the church as a whole. The spiritual, Down
to the River to Pray, is seamlessly combined with
Ken Medema's Lord, Listen to Your Children
Praying. Available in a variety of voicings, choirs
will enjoy the flavor of this song with its unhurried
rhythmic style and supportive accompaniment.
11164975 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Festival Sanctus—John Leavitt.
A long-time favorite on the festival circuit, this
dynamic, exciting, joyous selection surpasses
the ordinary! Syncopated rhythms and changing
meters, combined with a sizzling piano part, make
this a uniquely rewarding work. Very accessible for
school and church choirs, it is a first-rate choice for
any performance situation!
10047612 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
Fly Away Medley—arr. Mark Hayes.
A real gospel tapestry! The arranging genius of
Mark Hayes shines in this stellar medley of gospel
favorites, including Albert Brumley's I'll Fly Away,
recently featured in the movie "O Brother, Where
Art Thou?," We'll Understand It Better By and By;
When the Roll Is Called Up Yonder; On Jordan's
Stormy Banks and When the Saints Go Marching
In. Arranged in a "down-home" country style with
fresh, playful choral harmonies, this will be as
much fun to sing as it is to listen to. The SATB
and SAB editions open with a stylized vocal trio
feature that really gets things going. The terrific
orchestration hits the mark and will guarantee a
spectacular performance!
8059563 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15
For the Beauty of the Earth—John Rutter.
This masterful anthem is one that has connected
with singers and congregations all over the globe.
It is a timeless anthem you'll come back to each
and every year. Full instrumentation includes
strings, winds, harp (playable on keyboard),
and drums. Reduced orchestration includes
flute, oboe, harp, and organ. Instrumental lines
soar as beautifully as the vocal melody. A multi-
generational favorite, this is a tasteful blend of text
and musical expression.
1363399 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Grace—arr. Mark Hayes.
Mark Hayes is at his best in this setting, using
the text of Amazing Grace with the early
American melody O Waly, Waly. The inspired
use of dynamics and key changes to support
the marvelous lyrics will showcase your choir in
a very exciting way! This heartwarming choral
is an especially strong choice for performances
centering on an inspirational theme, or for
memorial services at any time of year.
8035974 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Great Is Thy Faithfulness—
arr. Dan Forrest. It would be difficult to find a
more powerful arrangement of this beloved hymn.
This choral setting with piano offers several
additional performance options, including optional
organ, brass quintet, percussion, and orchestra.
A quiet opening builds very gradually through the
stanzas and several key changes to a final brilliant
stanza with optional congregation. Very well done
and inspirational.
11416620 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Halleluja, Loof Die Here—Franco Prinsloo.
South African composer Franco Prinsloo brings us
this beautiful setting of a sacred text in the Afrikaans
language for treble choirs. A lyrical melody with a
flowing piano accompaniment gives the opportunity
to explore phrasing and musical sensitivity.
Translation and pronunciation aids are available.
11416625 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
Hallelujah—
William Walker/arr. Jean S. Applonie.
Arranged in the standard Sacred Harp texture
but for treble choir, this strophic folk hymn
presents the opportunity for solid four-part a
cappella singing with a focus on placement and
blend. Charles Wesley's lyrics ring out strong
and clear in this arrangement that features the
second sopranos on the melody
line throughout. Appropriate for both concerts
and services.
11397168 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternal—
arr. Mark Hayes. This nineteenth-century
American shape-note standard has been
masterfully arranged! The brilliant four-hand
(optional two-hand) piano accompaniment
and inventive choral treatment accentuate the
celebratory text. Accessible and energetic, this
highly effective selection is sure to become a
favorite of choir and congregation!
10307598 SSA with opt. 4-Hand Piano . . . . 3.20
He Never Failed Me Yet—Robert Ray.
Driving rhythms and classic gospel sound
have made this selection a favorite of an entire
generation. Highlight one or two soloists in a pull-
out-the-stops ending that is sure to have everyone
on their feet clapping along! Who says you can't
have fun in church? The SSA edition is one step
higher, in the key of C. SSA arr. Drew Collins.
TTBB arr. Keith Christopher.
8070839 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
How Can I Keep from Singing?—
Robert Lowry/arr. Sarah Quartel.
This is a lively reimagining of the 19th-century
American folk hymn that opens with a solo
verse then proceeds with a soaring top melody
supported by the rhythmic vocal accompaniment
of the lower voices, with occasional alternation
between 4/4 and 7/8 meter. Together, these
elements capture both the gentle hope and the
profound joy of the text.
10817931 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.65
How Can I Keep from Singing?—
Robert Lowry/arr. Matt and Adam Podd.
In what has become a viral YouTube virtual choir
sensation, the Podd brothers have carefully
crafted an exceptionally artistic arrangement of
this classic song that has a contemporary vibe. A
flowing piano accompaniment anchors the setting,
and the traditional choral harmonies float above as
they effortlessly shift between triple and quadruple
meter. A stirring testament to the power of singing!
11427468 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
I Am His Child—Moses Hogan.
"I may not be all that you are, I may not be a
shining star, but what I am I thank the Lord for
making me his child." A deeply moving and
profound text, Hogan has such a way of conveying
hope and aspiration through music that it reaches
us all.
3045515 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
10026540 Unison/Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3219094 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
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