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Secular Concert
On the Mountain—Jennifer Lucy Cook.
An autobiographical recollection of a
mountain hike from which the composer
needed rescuing, this original work has a
fresh, energetic, American folk-song feel.
The music is propelled by the rhythmic a
cappella vocal lines and optional military-
style snare drum part, portraying the
dichotomy of feeling both lost and found.
11592389 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 4.95
One Ship Sails East—Anthony
Bernarducci. Ella Wheeler Wilcox's
contemplative text is set in this gentle
original work for soloists and choir with
piano and guitar accompaniment. Echoes
of Celtic folk songs infuse this thoughtful
reflection on our journey through life.
11597280 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.90
11609125 Guitar Part. . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
One Small Light—Karen Crane. Heartfelt
and inspiring, this selection for developing
mixed choirs spreads the message that
one small thing can make a big impact.
A gentle, uplifting melody is supported
by mature yet accessible harmonies
and a flowing piano accompaniment.
Consider singing by candlelight for even
more impact.
11609592 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.30
Only in Sleep (Tikai Miega)—Eriks
Esenvalds. A beautiful soprano solo
surrounded by lush a cappella choral lines
and a suspended cymbal part create this
dramatic setting of a Sara Teasdale text.
This is a stunning modern choral work that
has been widely performed by festival,
honors and collegiate choirs.
10538726 SSAATTBB. . . . . . . . .M 4.90
10786591 SSSAAA . . . . . . . . . . .M 4.90
The Open Hand—Susan LaBarr. Inspired
by quotes from the life of Bridget "Biddy"
Mason, an enslaved woman in the
1800s who worked and fought her way
to freedom and success, this work for
treble choirs is sure to resonate with your
singers. Set in a smooth contemporary
style, the approachable vocal lines
are supported by a steady piano
accompaniment that will ensure space for
a sensitive and meaningful performance.
11567969 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.20
Orion—Susan LaBarr. Comparing the
constellation Orion to the strength that
we can find in times of trial, poet and
composer Faith Zimmer's text empowers
singers to find their inner worth. The
choral setting for treble choir shimmers
with elegant harmonies and singable
melodic lines that capture the wonder,
mystery, and ultimate triumph of the
human spirit. An exceptional choice for
winter or general programming.
11415507 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.30
Our Song—Katerina Gimon. Contem-
porary writing and folk-like harmonies
support Lauren Peat's lyrics about unity
through song. The optional percussion
and string bass add even more spirit to
this upbeat treble feature!
11593443 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.15
11593444 Percussion
& String Bass . . . . . . . 10.00
Our Song—Dan Miner. With themes of
supporting each other both musically and
in spirit, this encouraging original work can
help build unity in your singers and also be
a performance highlight. With conservative
ranges and designed with developing choirs
in mind, this energetic piece also offers a
section where you can customize the lyrics
to perfectly fit your choir.
11620669 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11620670 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
The Owl, the Wind, and the Moon—
Mark Burrows. Three nighttime characters
emerge one at a time to "weave their
nocturnal tune" in this imaginative,
mysterious original. Singers become
storytellers with a creative text, text painting,
dramatic dynamics, and sound effects that
imitate the whispering wind. Perfect for fall
or any time of year!
11611135 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.40
11611136 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11613325 P/A CD-Pianotrax 17 . 54.99
Parce, Domine—Scott Logan. Setting
a Latin text adapted from Joel 2:17, this
cry for mercy evokes the weight of divine
judgment and the longing for grace. Dark,
resonant harmonies and rhythmic drive
propel this work forward, capturing the raw
human desperation in its plea.
11622720 SATB divisi . . . . . . . ME 2.95
The Passing of the Year—Daniel
Brinsmead. When one year is ending and
another beginning, from the holidays to
graduations and moving-up ceremonies,
this original piece can work in a variety of
settings with optional lyrics. It's fun and
rhythmic, with a quick tempo and speech-
driven choral lines that blend playfulness
and heartfelt sentiment. An optional descant
and cued notes offer even more flexibility.
11615656 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.90
The Pasture—Marianne Forman. A joyful
musical setting of Robert Frost's poem
about renewal and rebirth, this original work
has a lilting 6/8 meter and a supportive
piano accompaniment that underpins the
contrasting vocal textures from unison to
call and response to full choral harmony.
11613721 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.95
The Path to the Moon—Eric Thiman. This
"cantabile" work in 6/8 for unison voices has
a quiet, gentle lilt to it that makes it effective
for contest or festival performances.
1511864 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.25
Pax Tecum (Peace, My Friend)—
Nathaniel Stine. A pensive chorale-style
opening sets a tone of reverence for this
gentle song of peace. Lovely melodies
ascend and echo through the voice parts,
allowing the harmony to blossom in a
serene setting that tapers to a soft final
chord. A peaceful way to close a concert
or service.
11613298 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11613299 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11613300 Two-Part or SA . . . . ME 2.30
11613325 P/A CD-Pianotrax 17 . 54.99
Peace Between—Kenney Potter. Using
Hebrew, Arabic, and Latin statements and
greetings, this lyrical concert selection is a
call for peace and unity. Three independent
melody lines eventually combine in a
beautiful layered section of harmony,
making it very easy to learn and hold the
parts. Scored with piano and oboe, this
work is accessible to choirs of a variety of
ages and sizes and is perfect for concerts
and festivals all year round.
11566203 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.25
Peace Carol (with "Dona nobis pacem")
—arr. Emily Crocker. Suitable for concerts
at any time of year, this beautiful setting for
treble choir partners an original melody with
English lyrics alongside the traditional Latin
canon of peace. Add the descant to create
lovely three-part harmony in this lyrical work
that will bring a moment of tranquility to any
concert with its wish for peace.
11590858 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.35
Peace in Our Time—Mark Hayes. With
words paraphrased from Mirabai Bush
and Ram Dass' acclaimed book Walking
Each Other Home, this is a heartfelt wish
to see the worth in each other, to look
past what divides us, and to let go of our
fear and our pride. It confesses that we
all "wish to be deeply loved," and we all
yearn for peace in our time.
11621594 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 3.25
11621595 Three-Part Mixed . . . . E 3.25
Petrichor—Christopher Alexander. The
pleasant, distinct smell of rainfall inspires
this one-of-a-kind concert selection. Singers
create an unaccompanied soundscape
before the piano enters and introduces
a tranquil, dreamlike melody. Cascading
entrances create a trickling effect, and layered
voices imply a unique sensory experience.
11613308 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.40
The Promise of Living—Aaron Copland.
Aaron Copland's quintet from "The Tender
Land" translates beautifully into this setting
for combined chorus with band! Although it
makes a perfect choice for Thanksgiving, the
wonderful vocal lines make it a magnificent
showpiece any time of year. The SATB
choral part can stand alone, and offers a
piano 4 hands accompaniment. The optional
concert band accompaniment is at the
medium level and requires the choral part for
performance. It's a fantastic way to program
music by a great American composer!
982462 SATBB . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.75
2457109 Band Set & Score. . .M 75.00
Ragnarok (Destiny of the Gods)—Randall
Johnson. A dramatic story from Norse
mythology, Ragnarok is an apocalyptic
series of events culminating in a great
battle between the gods that will destroy the
world, only to see the rebirth of the earth
as a better place. Complete with a rousing
piano accompaniment, this thrilling and
energetic piece will be a favorite with your
tenor-bass choir.
11607879 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 3.10
A timeless treasure!
Together in Song,
Vol. 2
Jerry Estes, Greg Gilpin,
Victor C. Johnson, Mary
Lynn Lightfoot & Mark
Patterson.
This completely
reproducible collection of songs
is a treasure trove of repertoire
for developing mixed choirs.
From noted composers and
arrangers who are experts
in writing for this voicing, this
collection gives you plenty of
repertoire that you can use year
after year, making as many
copies as you want. It also
includes access to downloadable
accompaniment tracks for each
song. An unbelievable budget
stretcher, this is essential
repertoire for every middle
school choir director. Titles: I Will
Lift My Voice and Sing! (Victor C.
Johnson); A Joyful Alleluia (Mary
Lynn Lightfoot); Firefly (Mark
Patterson); Little Innocent Lamb
(Greg Gilpin); Sisi Kushangilia
(Victor C. Johnson); A Call for
Peace (Jerry Estes); An Irish
Blessing (Mary Lynn Lightfoot);
Elijah Rock (Victor C. Johnson).
11567038 Three-Part Mixed
Reproducible Book &
Online Audio
Access . . . . . ME 44.95
