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2025 Fall Choral Catalog

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114 2025-26 Editors' Choice New Basic Library Large Print Edition A Cappella Available via ePrint Downloadable All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision Folksongs Shady Grove—arr. Cristi Cary Miller. Teaching opportunities abound in this irresistible setting of a traditional American folk tune. The modal melody is pentatonic, the easy ostinato-like countermelodies make part-singing a snap, and there is even a fun section for body percussion. Perform it with live fiddle or the recorded accompaniment track for a sensational concert showcase! 11411945 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.25 10092801 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35 10092802 Teaching P/A CD . . . . 29.99 Shenandoah—arr. James Erb. An absolutely stunning setting of this beloved folksong. This arrangement appears on festival lists year after year in its original mixed voicing, and is destined to do the same revoiced for treble and tenor- bass choirs. 1278258 SSAATTBB. . . . . . . . .M 2.05 3304326 SSAA opt. piano . . . . .M 2.25 1898949 TTBBB. . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.25 Shenandoah—arr. Derric Johnson. As performed for over 40 years by the Voices of Liberty in Disney World's American Pavilion at Epcot, this traditional American folk song sparkles in an arrangement that blends the traditional harmonies with warm jazz tones in a memorable setting. It's an excellent addition to the concert repertoire for more advanced choirs. The original a cappella version is the signature arrangement of the Voices of Liberty, while the accompanied version offers a more accessible setting that retains the same harmonic flavor of the original. 11393060 SATB divisi, Original A Cappella Version. . .M 2.75 11611429 SATB Simplified, Accompanied Version . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.75 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. 11396504 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 3.15 11202520 Two-Part or SA . . . . ME 2.75 11203156 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95 Shenandoah—arr. Mark Patterson. A perennial favorite, this arrangement of a beloved American folk song features rich choral harmonies that layer and expand throughout the setting. Available in two versions - SAB or SSA with piano accompaniment, or SSAA a cappella; each version features the option for a soloist on the first verse. A lovely lyrical choice for concerts or festivals! 10512808 SAB w/ Piano . . . . . ME 3.15 10512809 SSA w/ Piano . . . . . ME 3.15 11620316 SSAA A Cappella . . ME 2.75 10512810 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95 Shule Aroon—arr. Ruth Elaine Schram. Create an authentic Celtic experience with your choir when you perform this arrangement of the 18th-century Irish folk song. A mixture of thoughtful rubato and energetic rhythms, an Irish-language chorus - written phonetically throughout - and an optional violin obbligato all contribute to the lively Celtic flavor and flair. 10519887 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95 11348335 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.95 10366682 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95 10366683 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 Simple Gifts—arr. Roger Emerson. With a fresh, contemporary feel, this arrangement of the traditional Shaker song weds the well-known melody to beautiful, moving harmonies. It remains elegantly simple and straightforward, easily learned and able to be effectively performed by developing choirs. 11620680 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.50 11620681 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 Stand Up Now—Gerrard Winstanley/ arr. Sean Barnette. Based on the 17th- century Digger's Song, a protest song for land rights and equality in England, this updated arrangement includes a socially responsive text while maintaining the theme of resilience, unity, and respect for all. The sturdy a cappella texture is boosted by cowbell, snare, and bass drum. The percussion parts are available for download from the publisher. 11592534 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.90 Ten Thousand Miles—Ruth Morris Gray. Taking the text from a familiar English folk song, this completely original setting marks a departure from the traditional. A lilting, fun melody, layering harmony parts, and engaging body percussion all help make this one a compelling piece for developing choirs. 11393371 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20 11393372 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20 11393373 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20 11393344 P/A CD-Pianotrax 14 . . 44.99 There's a Hole in the Bucket—arr. Blake Richter. Set with humor and lots of pedagogical expertise, this charming arrangement of a delightful children's song will bring the song to life for your young singers. Lots of unison lines, a fun section of mixed meter to fit the cadence of the text, and some spoken solos complement this approachable showcase for treble choirs. 11567975 Two-Part or SA . . . . . .M 3.00 This Ol' Man—arr. Greg Gilpin. This Ol' Man has never sounded like this before! In an incredibly clever way, Greg has taken the original song into some unpredictable directions, resulting in a novelty number that is an absolute delight! Each verse has a little musical treat, such as knee- slaps, bees buzzing, or snippets of familiar tunes like Skip To My Lou; Chopsticks and There's No Place Like Home. There's even part of a "knock-knock" joke thrown in! This will definitely be a highlight of your program! 10589199 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.95 3130358 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 3297703 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star—arr. Jamey Ray. Voctave's rendition of this lullaby from the album Goodnight, My Someone is a masterclass in choral artistry. The arrangement is a breathtaking transformation of a familiar tune into a celestial tapestry of lush a cappella divisi harmonies, making this a must-have for choirs seeking a spellbinding and enchanting addition to their repertoire. 11566937 SATB divisi . . . . . . . MA 2.75 Two Folk Songs from the British Isles— arr. Douglas E. Wagner. Whether you perform them separately or together as a set, these two beloved folk songs are a great way to showcase heartfelt lyricis m and expressive choral singing. Including O Waly, Waly (The Water is Wide) and Loch Lomond, this set is arranged with full and mature harmonies while remaining accessible to developing and smaller choirs. 11611606 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30 Under the Willow—arr. Brent Wells. Based on the story of grieving parents laying their beloved daughter to rest, this arrangement uses varying musical elements to express specific ideas in the text and to create a sense of grief and acceptance. It is a truly beautiful setting that can be performed with piano, chimes, and guitar or with full orchestra. The orchestration is available separately on the publisher's website. 11606295 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . .M 3.20 Valley and Stream—arr. Ruth Elaine Schram. Three beloved melodies - Down in the Valley; Row, Row, Row Your Boat and How Lovely is the Evening - are masterfully blended into one seamless, engaging selection. Easily learned and fun to sing, this arrangement is both accessible and captivating, making it a perfect choice for developing choirs. 11616696 Unison/Two-Part. . . . . E 2.30 Vive la Compagnie—arr. Audrey Snyder. Also known as Vive l'Amour and translating to "long live the company," this traditional English 6/8 ode to camaraderie and friendship is an exercise in French pronunciation as well as a triumphant declaration of joy. Long a staple in tenor- bass choral literature, this arrangement is tailored specifically for beginning two-part tenor-bass choirs with accessibility and support from the piano accompaniment. 11166231 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35 11171529 Teaching P/A CD . . . . 22.99 The Water Is Wide—arr. Andy Beck. Thoughtfully crafted to make your treble singers sound their best, this lyrical folk tune is sung first in unison, then in canon, with call and response, and eventually with some parallel harmonies. A perfect choice for beginning harmony singers, it also includes some adapted lyrics that sensitively honor "the bond of friend to friend." 11393382 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.05 11393344 P/A CD-Pianotrax 14 . 44.99 The Water Is Wide—arr. Rollo Dilworth. The Water Is Wide and Bring Me Little Water, Sylvie fit beautifully together in this gospel setting for younger choirs! It's an awesome way to introduce young singers to the style - the harmonies are very cool, and the piano accompaniment lays down a terrific groove! 11574421 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 10364829 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65 The Water Is Wide—arr. Patti Drennan. With a stunning piano and optional oboe accompaniment, this sophisticated setting of the beloved English tune will captivate your mature singers. With three-part treble divisi, the rich choral texture resonates with majestic warmth and depth. 11593375 SATB divisi . . . . . . . ME 2.95 The Water Is Wide—arr. Andrew Parr. Flowing legato lines and simple, effective harmonies shape this gentle arrangement of the beloved folk song, ideal for developing tone and breath support. With flexible performance options for unison or two-part harmony, it's a strong fit for young choirs looking to build musicality through expressive singing and accessible part work. This title includes a downloadable Learning Resource Page, created by Sing! editor Victor C. Johnson, with National Standards for Musical Education correlations, vocabulary, and extension activities for use in the choral classroom. 11620373 Unison/Two-Part. . . . . E 2.75 Return anytime for full credit. Satisfaction guaranteed. 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