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ADULT COMMUNITY CHOIR CONCERT WORKS New Large Print Edition A Cappella Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 4 Light Immemorial—Aaron Gage. Unique and achievable, this original work explores the yearning to leave a lasting impact even in a vast and eternal space. Inspired by the James Webb Telescope, it features approachable part writing and a sensitive, memorable piano accompaniment. It is available in two different versions for mixed choirs, one with divisi throughout and the other without. 11595568 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 11595569 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 Light, My Light—Scott AuCoin. Focusing on hope and joy through the imagery of light, this piece is rhythmic and up-tempo with an exciting piano accompaniment. Bright harmonies and mixed meter make this an engaging selection for singers and listeners alike. 11592994 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.30 Lighted Ever Onward—Brandon Martell. A rich setting of an Amy Lowell poem with lush piano and accessible part-writing encourages us to follow our guiding light. At times serene and at other times dramatic, the varying textures and moods take listeners on a musical journey, building with urgency and ending in glorious light. 11593434 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85 Like Moons and Like Suns, I'll Rise—Mickey McGroarty. This setting of Maya Angelou's poem is an expression of strength through adversity, using counterpoint to represent the passing of troubled times. Changes in tone, texture, and meter represent the various emotions expressed throughout the poem, with the sopranos floating above the texture as the intensity rises. At times downtrodden, at times ferocious, this selection runs the gamut of emotions on the journey from a troubled past to a hopeful future. 11593435 SATB divisi, or SSAATTBB. . . . 3.20 Like Stars—Karen Marrolli. A reflection on the "mountaintop moment" of a personal healing journey, this touching work allows the listener to stop and reflect on their own personal growth. Dynamic contrast, moments of motion and stillness, soaring vocal lines, and lush harmonies beautifully paint the composer's empowering text of hope. 11593436 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85 Live-a-Humble—arr. Peter Bagley. Originally published for a cappella mixed choirs, this spiritual arrangement is now available for treble or lower- voice choirs. Full chords, rhythmic intensity, stylistic vocal lines, and a compelling solo make this selection irresistible to hear and sing. 11604555 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 11301381F Part-Dominant MP3 Bundle. . . 49.99 Living in the Seasons—Joel Snyder & Jane Kozhevnikova. A fun and accessible piece for every season, this mixed choir selection features original lyrics, a pentatonic melody, and a joyful piano accompaniment. With each turn of season, the melodic material develops along with it and parallels a new era in one's life. A great concert and festival piece for high school and community choirs. 11592530 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90 Love: Then and Still—Susan LaBarr. Based on a text by Charles Anthony Silvestri, this beautiful and uplifting love song addresses the universal subject of loss. The deeply emotional work has very accessible vocal lines with a supportive and flowing piano accompaniment. 11589231 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.30 11303871F Part-Dominant MP3 Bundle. . . 49.99 Love Never Fails—Reginal Wright. Fitting in both sacred and secular contexts, the familiar 1 Corinthians 13 text is set for divisi mixed chorus in this empowering concert work. A driving piano accompaniment, soaring vocal lines, and powerful harmonies drive home the message that love never fails. A curriculum guide authored by Coty Raven Morris and Colleen McNickle with lesson plans and extension activities is available as a free PDF download. 11593437 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90 Love Never Leaves—Jacob Narverud. Heartfelt and memorable, this beautiful original work about remembering a loved one is both hopeful and poignant. Written in a popular song style, the lyrical melody begins in unison and eventually blossoms into full harmony as the wistful music- box-like piano accompaniment gradually builds into a rhythmic heartbeat underneath the choir. 11578682 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 11606110 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 Love, the Greatest Gift—Diane White-Clayton. Combining classical and gospel elements, this treble selection based on the well-known 1 Corinthians 13 text is accompanied by congas, shaker, and body percussion. Directions for choreography are included in the score, and a video is also available for precision and clarity. Powerful and effective, this piece sends the message "Love is patient, love is kind, healing the heart, freeing the mind." 11592930 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 Mari Rayakan (Let's Celebrate)—Ken Steven. With a Bahasa Indonesian text that invites us to embrace the new day with jubilation, this exuberant selection is rhythmic, upbeat, and uplifting. A chant-like call opens to a rhythmic ostinato and memorable melody, making this a fun and engaging choice for more advanced treble choirs. 11592995 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50 The May Night (Die Mainacht)—Johannes Brahms/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. Arranged and adapted with English and German text, this setting of the enchanting German lied is harmonized in the style of Brahms. Add the optional F horn for an additional layer of musicality that pairs beautifully with the tone of the piece. 11593372 SATB w/ opt. Horn in F . . . . . . . 2.75 Mi Lugar—Carlos Cordero. Where do you find home? Through Jacob Garcia's poem, we discover that home is beyond a physical place. An accessible piece for your choir to explore Spanish culture and connect with the Latin American community. 11574535 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.50 11574537 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.50 11574538 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.50 More Love—Taylor Scott Davis. From the VOCES8 Foundation Choral Series, this selection for treble and mixed double choir sets a Shaker hymn text. The ethereal and chant-like treble choir hovers like angels above the declamatory mixed choir, creating a musical dichotomy of heaven and earth. It's a beautiful choice for experienced chamber choirs. 11593439 SSA/SATB Double Choir. . . . . . 2.65 More Than a Paycheck—Ysaÿe M. Barnwell. Updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works, this four-part treble a cappella work has equal voice parts with an ostinato drone. Upbeat and rhythmic, this song made famous by Sweet Honey in the Rock is a cry from laborers in steel and coal mills about the poor conditions and health hazards in industrial America. 11593301 SSAA or Four-Part Treble . . . . . 2.65 The Mountains Are Calling—Pepper Choplin. The words of mountaineer and writer John Muir are given a breath of life in this compelling musical setting for divisi mixed chorus. Beautifully expressive and sophisticated, this unique work draws us to nature and the adventure that awaits us. Consider performing this piece in a set with Every Morning Arising, another Choplin setting of a nature-themed John Muir text. 11593373 SATB divisi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20 11593352 Octavo- Every Morning Arising divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 Music Lives in Every Thing—Tracey Craig McKibben. Beautifully illustrating the theme of music flowing in and through us, this original work features a cascading accompaniment and gently arcing choral lines. It is a heartfelt celebration of the gift of music, ideal for any music-themed concert or event, or anytime throughout the year. 11593360 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 Music of Life—B.E. Boykin. This vibrant setting of a poem by George Parsons Lathrop describes how music underpins all earthly life. An active piano part provides an energetic undercurrent to compelling vocal lines, with unison lines growing into additional parts. A perfect selection for choirs looking to celebrate the life-affirming power of music. 11592367 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25 11578282 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25 11555532F Part-Dominant MP3 Bundle SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99 11555533F Part-Dominant MP3 Bundle SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.99 My Soul Is Awakened—Tristino Ali. Anne Bronte's text about the uplifting effect of nature on the human spirit is set to lively, joyful music in this original work for six-part a cappella choir. With writing that ebbs and flows like the waters it represents, there is memorable melodic interest in all parts, resulting in a texturally and harmonically satisfying work. 11592388 SSATBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.65 Natsu Kusa (Summer Grass)—Luke Flynn. Setting a medieval Japanese poem, this original work captures the introspective nature of the traditional Japanese view of the changing of seasons. Unique and cinematic, the lyrical vocal lines and gorgeous cello part create a soundscape about discovering newfound love. IPA and phonetic transcriptions are available in the score, and the cello part is available to download from the publisher's website. 11592531 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80 Nella Fantasia (In My Fantasy)—Ennio Morricone/arr. Audrey Snyder. The multinational singing sensation Il Divo has wowed audiences all over the world with their rendition of this song. Italian and English texts are included in this very beautiful choral adaptation loosely based on their interpretation. "In my fantasy I see a world of justice, where all people live in peace and honesty...." 11593294 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 11507675F Part-Dominant MP3 Bundle. . . 49.99 11551321F Part-Dominant MP3 Bundle. . . 49.99

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