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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
Aki to Fuyu (Two Songs of the
Seasons)—Andrew Jacobson. Two original
songs under one cover, one for winter and one
for fall, these beautiful songs can be performed
separately or as a set. Featuring poems by
Secretary Shotetsu, a Japanese poet and
monk, these expressive pieces with a flowing
piano motive and optional violin obbligato give
treble singers a lyrical singing experience with
a Japanese text. A pronunciation guide and
translation are provided.
11566957 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.25
Autumn—Ola Gjeilo. Inspired by the tranquility
of nature in Norway's fall season, this choral
work based on the composer's solo piano piece
by the same name is a peaceful meditation on
the wonder of the earth's changing seasons.
Lush divisi a cappella harmonies with a rich bass
line transport the listener to a serenely placid
pastoral scene with falling leaves and the change
of seasons. Stunning!
11539367 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
The Autumn Moon—Mary Donnelly
& George L.O. Strid. Gentle and serene, this
original work captures the quiet beauty of an
autumn night. With a moderate tempo and
optional flute accompaniment, this reflective
selection vividly portrays the imagery of a
glowing moon and invites a connection to
nature's stillness.
11616670 Two-Part w/ opt. Flute . . . . ME 2.30
11616673E Instrumental Parts ePrint . . . . 5.95
Fall Leaves—Penny Rodriguez.
With charming lyrics penned by a seven-year-
old student, this playful song captures the joy of
autumn. A unison verse swirls into simple call
and response and then flows into a bridge with
accessible two-part harmony. A cheerful key
change mimics the tossing of leaves into the air
before tapering to a quiet ending.
11564459 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Guiding Light—Casper Christensen.
Perfect for autumn or any time of year, this treble
feature is reassurance that someone will be
there to catch us if we fall. With a memorable
melody, accessible harmonies, and a beautiful
piano accompaniment, your singers will just love
singing this declaration of friendship.
11592987 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Harvest Moon—Glenda E. Franklin.
With a gentle rhythm and evocative imagery, this
lively work captures the peaceful yet joyful spirit of
an autumn evening beneath a full harvest moon.
The optional violin and tambourine beautifully
complement the music, making it a celebratory
selection for fall concerts and performances.
11616607 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.50
Joyful Thanksgiving (A partner song
with Over the River and Through the
Woods)—Jill Gallina. Combining an original
melody with the traditional Over the River and
Through the Woods, this bright and engaging
selection provides a true celebration of the
Thanksgiving holiday. A true partner song, it can
be sung successfully with any combination of
two-part voices.
11614828 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.50
La Martiniana—arr. Dan Davison.
Though this Mexican folk song is closely
associated with Dia de Muertos (Day of the
Dead), it can take on a joyful tone rather than
a somber one. With a left hand imitative of
guitar and accessible vocals, the spirit of this
cultural celebration is captured to a tee. Highly
recommended!
11559634 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
The Lights of Diwali—
Lois Brownsey & Marti Lunn Lantz.
India's annual festival of lights is celebrated in
this original song that details various traditions
associated with the celebration, including the
food, fireworks, and colorful rangoli patterns
made of sand. In Bollywood style, plenty of
unison phrases and simple call and response
make it a joy to learn and perform. A great way
to learn about and represent the diversity of your
community!
11564484 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11564485 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
Momiji (Autumn Leaves)—
arr. Michael Ryan. This setting of a lovely
traditional Japanese song provides a marvelous
multicultural and creative programming gem for
developing choirs. A pronunciation guide and
translation are provided for the Japanese lyrics,
and the second verse may be sung in English.
The addition of hand drum and glockenspiel
will provide a unique color and texture that will
enhance any performance.
11514668 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 3.15
11525517 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
October Twilight—Casper Christensen.
Serving as a reminder to be grateful, the soaring
piano part conjures up images of birds flying
south for winter, falling leaves, and violent
thunderstorms, while the descending melody
brings with it a reflective melancholy. A nice
selection for younger groups.
11514310 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
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
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
A Respectable Bird—Suzy Johnson.
Here's a lighthearted number inspired by one
of America's founding fathers, Ben Franklin,
who was a big fan of the American turkey. Set
in the style of a tango with a clarinet for color,
this novelty extols the virtues of this corpulent,
feathery friend. Fun and engaging at any time
of year, but especially near Thanksgiving, your
singers and audiences will gobble this one up!
11582048 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . ME 3.75
11525370 Three-Part Treble or SSA . ME 3.75
The Road Not Taken—
Paul David Thomas. Robert Frost's iconic
poem about life's journey as a series of choices
and diverging paths is set with energy and
musical momentum. Painting the text with
lyrical melodies and carefully chosen unison
and harmonic devices, this original work offers
opportunities for expressive phrasing and
musicality. An ideal choice for fall concerts,
graduations, or any concert occasion.
11611604 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Segalariak—Josu Elberdin.
Dancing rhythms and joyful harmonies set this
folk story of a harvesting competition between
Basque farmer friends. The rapid alterations
between 6/8 and 3/4 create a rambunctious and
very enthusiastic musical challenge! There is a
pronunciation guide for the Basque text on the
publisher's website.
11567966 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.15
Something Told the Wild Geese—
Douglas E. Wagner. Highly appropriate for
fall and winter concerts, this elegantly simple
setting of the well-known Rachel Field poem
allows space for developing choirs to learn
the notes easily and have plenty of time for
exploring musical sensitivity. Nicely constructed
melodic lines create a plaintive and haunting feel
which is nicely enhanced by the beautiful piano
accompaniment and optional cello obbligato.
11567013 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.75
11567014 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . E 2.75
11567015 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.75
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
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
Windy Nights—Cynthia Gray.
A dramatic poem by Robert Louis Stevenson
is the inspiration for this intense, exhilarating
work, which portrays the poet's childhood fear of
storms. The music aptly captures the sound and
excitement of a stormy, windy night, which the
text likens to a riding horseman and the pounding
of his horse's hooves. Excellent editorial notes
provide fascinating background about this poem
and its famous author. This is wonderful poetry
and music for developing choirs!
3701035 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . ME 2.95
3301353 Two/Three-Part or SSA . . . ME 2.95
FALL FEATURES
Does your choir perform in the fall? These wonderful pieces can be performed
throughout the fall for the various holidays and seasonal celebrations.
