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Secular Concert
When You Sing—Mary Donnelly & George
L.O. Strid. Celebrate the pure joy of making
music with this original song that bursts
with energy and excitement! Designed with
accessibility in mind, this delightful work
features limited vocal ranges perfect for
developing choirs paired with an upbeat
piano accompaniment and an optional flute
that adds a touch of playfulness.
11620366 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . E 3.15
Where the Light Begins—Susan LaBarr.
"Perhaps it does not begin. Perhaps it is
always. ... Perhaps this day the light begins
in us." Jan Richardson's rich and universal
text is set with an equally compelling and
musically sensitive setting that connects
with singers of all ages. Approachable
vocal lines and a supportive, steady
accompaniment ensure ease of learning
and allow for meaningful performances.
11392537 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.20
11174706 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.20
Who Has Seen the Wind?—Bruce
Tippette. A memorable rhythmic melody
sets Christina Rossetti's well-known text
in this exciting concert work that will find
a natural home at fall or winter concerts.
Offering many teaching opportunities,
choirs can practice agility, precision, and
diction as well as longer legato phrases
that are all well supported with the
piano accompaniment. A great choice
for singing with drama and character for
developing choirs!
11566939 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.25
Who I Want to Be—Coty Raven Morris/
arr. Saleel Menon. Focusing on personal
and community wellness, this original work
alternates between unison singing and
layered sections that echo lyrics between
the voices. Certain to be empowered by the
rich messages found within, and with solo
or small group opportunities, your choir will
appreciate learning and performing this
coming-of-age piece.
11559606 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11559840 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11397059 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
Why We Sing—Greg Gilpin. The consum-
mate concert closer! "A sound of hope, a
sound of peace, a sound that celebrates
and speaks what we believe. A sound of
love, a sound so strong. It's amazing what
is given when we share a song. This is why
we sing..." You won't find a better song than
this one for combined choirs celebrating the
joy of music! Now available in an a cappella
version for SATB.
3303113 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
10994258 SATB A Cappella . ME 2.35
3303243 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
3303244 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
10009366 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
10009367 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
3303280 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
3701788 Full Orchestration . . . . 74.95
Wide Open Spaces—Sarah Quartel.
This work reflects on the journeys and
adventures to be found in the wide
open spaces within ourselves and in the
world around us. The uplifting melody is
passed from the upper voices to the lower
voices before the piece opens out into an
expansive texture with rich harmonies. A
playful episode of scat singing is introduced
before a resolute final chorus brings this
evocative piece to a serene close.
10479646 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.95
11342508 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.95
10616213 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.95
Wie Fluten im Sommer—Edward Elgar/
arr. Jacob Narverud. This elegant work
from Elgar's "King Olaf" is presented in
a fresh arrangement with a secular text
adapted by the arranger. The German text
is easily taught, and the octavo includes
a helpful English translation with the
original text by H.W. Longfellow and an
IPA German pronunciation guide.
11574655 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 1.75
Will There Really Be a "Morning"?—
Patrick Vu. A well-loved Emily Dickinson
poem is skillfully set in this beautiful
a cappella work. The rich and full texture
is achieved without divisi, and intuitive
part writing builds to a satisfying climax.
Harmonies blend seamlessly, creating
the perfect underscore for this classic and
meaningful text.
11621961 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
11569225 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.65
The Willow Lullaby—Townsend Losey.
This original work about memory and loss
features a soprano solo or small group in
a soaring line over a choral soundscape
of emotional expression and interesting
harmonic ideas. The text speaks about
the willow tree that was once lush and
vibrant but is now losing its leaves and
entering a period of dormancy.
11593006 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.90
Wind in the Pines—Bruce W. Tippette.
Ideal for contests and festivals, this
dreamy setting of Madison Cawein's
poetry opens with a piano motif
reminiscent of rushing wind. Legato vocal
lines and staggered entrances beautifully
paint the text: "I hear sonorous lines
soaring through the pines."
11611151 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11611152 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.40
11613325 P/A CD-Pianotrax 17 . 54.99
Wind of Night—Chris Maunu. Filled with
driving rhythmic energy, unrelenting
accompaniment, and wind-like sounds
created by the choir itself, this dynamic
composition brings Fyodor Tyutchev's
text to life. With ample unison sections
and accessible vocal ranges, this sonic
landscape of a windy night is both
rewarding and achievable by many choirs.
11608996 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.50
The Wind—Dave & Jean Perry. Full of
wonder, this playful minor-key setting of
Robert Louis Stevenson's famous poem
examines the wind through a child's eyes.
The lilting, etude-like accompaniment
mimics the sound of rustling wind,
and well-crafted vocals are perfect for
beginning part singers.
11611149 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.20
11613325 P/A CD-Pianotrax 17 . 54.99
With a Melody—Pinkzebra. Can words set
to a melody communicate more emotion
than words alone? This lyrical and uplifting
ballad explores the profoundly beautiful
ways that emotions can be expressed when
lyrics are set to music and how music can
so effectively bring people together.
11563833 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11563834 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11563836 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
11563835 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
