All of Me (from "A Vision Unfolding")—
Kyle Pederson. Extracted from the five-movement
work "A Vision Unfolding," this third movement
stands alone as a strong, socially responsive
statement of identity and unity. Optional solos and
a lyrical violin part add to the emotional intensity
of this beautiful contemporary ballad that asks
the listener to look at people as more than their
individual characteristics.
11537958 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.85
11591309 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.85
11537959 Violin Part (SATB) . . . . . . . . . 5.00
11591310 Violin Part (TTBB) . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Bailara!—Dan Davison.
Inspired by the flamenco tango style of Andalusia,
Spain, this original composition with Spanish
lyrics admires a flamenco dancer. Accompanied
by piano, guitar, and percussion, this work is an
excellent choice for honor and festival choirs - or
for any occasion where a group wants to add
energy and excitement!
11606291 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.30
11597494 TTBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.30
Balibele—
arr. Sizwe Mondlane/ed. Michael Barrett.
Arranged in an isicathamiya style, from the isiZulu
verb cathama meaning "tread carefully" or "step
lightly," this traditional South African gospel piece
meaning "people are busy/preoccupied" sends
a message of God's mercy. Divisi a cappella
harmonies are set to a light yet precise rhythm,
and the call of a soloist or small group soars above
the choral texture.
11606293 SATB divisi or SSAATTBB . M 3.60
Cover Me with the Night—
Peter Klatzow. With English text from a
Ghanian prayer, this deeply emotional work by
South African composer Klatzow from "Prayers
and Dances of Africa" explores themes of
vulnerability and longing. The a cappella texture
pairs dissonance and rich harmonies with an
atmospheric feel and subtle melodies, drawing the
listener into a reflective journey.
11618463 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15
Evocation (Mon-Nee-Joh)—
Hye-Young Cho. This beautiful memorial recalls
beautiful memories of a lost loved one who will
never be forgotten. The lyrical lines and antiphonal
singing between the parts symbolize the lingering
memories while a depth of sorrow and emotion is
conveyed in the lush choral harmonies and stirring
piano accompaniment.
11556408 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.70
11592522 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.90
Fly Against Fate—
Ryan Main & Bethany Main.
Inspired by the Prometheus myth, this
empowering work explores the tension between
destiny and defiance. With guitar and percussion
accompaniment, the modern pop vocal style and
engaging harmonies will appeal to your singers,
while the text inspires them with a will to rise
above and face forward into the unknown.
11617219 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
Good Timber—Susan LaBarr.
"Good timber does not grow with ease." This
sensitive yet sturdy work is set to text by American
poet Douglas Malloch which explores the ways
in which our life experiences can strengthen us.
A contemporary sensibility in the vocal writing
makes the melody lines intuitive and satisfying to
sing, and the harmonies layer in a richness that
complements the stately nature of the text.
11567949 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.90
Indlu yeGagu—Sipho Sithole/arr. Sizwe
Mondlane/ed. Michael Barrett. Based on
an isiXhosa saying of the same name, the
sentiment of this piece is that "it is better to
build than to destroy." Featuring South African
musical elements both traditional and new, this
dynamic arrangement is an incredibly unique and
compelling work.
11606294 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
A New Jerusalem Arise—
Kyle Pederson/ed. Dan Forrest. This striking
adaptation foretells a future free from tears, hatred,
and injustice and provides a vision of a renewed
and redeemed earth: "A New Jerusalem arise, a
new creation come alive, into the dawning after
dark, arise!"
11395414 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
11594020 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
11395415 Handbell Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
11395416 Cello, Drum & Organ . . . . . . 19.95
Our Song—Katerina Gimon.
Contemporary 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
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
Roses I Give to You—Laura Farnell.
Perfect for tenor-bass choirs of all ages, this
sentimental ballad creatively combines two
rose poems from George Winkler and Walter
de la Mare. Thoughtful ranges and cued notes
paired with lyrical vocal writing and a lovely
accompaniment for piano and optional cello make
this piece accessible and beautiful.
11607880 TTB opt. Cello . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.90
Shadows—Michael Bussewitz-Quarm.
A contemporary choral work blending elements
of pop and traditional choral music, this piece
provides an opportunity to prominently feature
several soloists. Themes of love and visibility for
individuals who find themselves marginalized
emerge in both the solos and the choral writing.
There is the option to include 15 additional
measures and a more relaxed tempo, offering
soloists creative freedom in their performance.
11569709 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11569710 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11569711 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11569712 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11569713 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
Shelter Me (A Rock Oratorio)—
Jacob Ryan Smith. More than just music, this
major work, inspired by real conversations with
members of the Dallas Street Choir, is a call to
empathy, action, and understanding. Structured
in the tradition of an oratorio, this work blends
the storytelling power of soloists, chorus, and
instruments with the raw energy and emotional
depth of rock music. Through driving rhythms, lush
melodies, and honest, unfiltered lyrics, it amplifies
the voices of our unhoused neighbors, weaving
their stories into a compelling musical narrative.
#HomelessNotVoiceless
11621973 SATB Choral Score . . . . . . M 16.95
Silentium—Chris Maunu.
Shimmering with layers of cluster harmonies
and deeply satisfying resolutions, this original a
cappella work invites listeners into a captivating
choral soundscape. Fyodor Tyutchev's poem
inspires and empowers the innermost voice, and
the musical setting captures the expression and
introspection of the text in a profound way that
more mature mixed choirs will appreciate.
11594148 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
The Summit Is Nigh—
Zanaida Stewart Robles. Masterfully weaving
the words of Paul Laurence Dunbar into a musical
journey of triumph over darkness, this original
a cappella work for mixed choir utilizes driving
rhythmic ostinatos, relentless energy, and bold
dissonances. The piece culminates in a powerful
and uplifting conclusion, offering a striking
portrayal of the strength of the human spirit.
11594146 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . .MA 3.25
Swifter Than Flame—
Elaine Hagenberg.
Explore the vast unknown with this impressive
and dramatic setting of Carl John Bostelmann's
poem. Rapidly layered vocal entrances and racing
sixteenth notes in the piano propel the journey,
while thoughtful voice leading and text painting
lend themselves to expressive phrasing.
11569836 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.25
11595811 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.25
The Thunderstorm—Laura Farnell.
"Flashing, crashing, rolling and rumbling, growling
and grumbling, comes the thunderstorm!" Eugene
Hall's text is dramatically set with a pounding
piano accompaniment and optional bass drum
and rain stick in this creative original work. Cued
notes that can add soprano divisi offer flexibility,
and repetition, unison, and doubled lines bring
accessibility that guarantees success and appeal
for developing choirs.
11596668 S(S)ATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.50
Wanna Die Easy When I Die—
arr. Ysaye M. Barnwell. Made famous by Sweet
Honey in the Rock, this a cappella arrangement
is newly engraved by a scholarly committee
dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works, and now
features an optional alto solo, separate lines for
baritones and basses, and more dynamics to help
shape the vocal lines. Though there is divisi, the
harmonies are accessible, and the thick choral
texture makes the message of this traditional
spiritual even more impactful.
11593460 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.85
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