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Secular Concert
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 . . . . . . . MA 3.25
Silver Rain—B.E. Boykin. This lovely
setting of a Langston Hughes poem uses
uplifting melodies and a shimmering piano
accompaniment with oscillating sixteenths
and broken chords. The solo cello
enhances the texture, carrying a lyrical
melody that bridges the vocal passages.
11536302 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.95
Sing and Dance (The World Needs a
Song!)—Robert Jefferson. A celebration
of unity through song, this selection
features a simple and rhythmic melody
harmonized in a three-part round along
with the opportunity to sing in a variety
of languages: English, Spanish, Swahili,
Japanese, Hebrew, Korean, or Russian.
Add the notated handclaps and your own
choreography to make the piece even more
festive!
11609598 Three-Part Treble . . . E 2.30
Sing as Never Before—Patricia Mock &
Richard A. Nichols. Perfect for opening or
closing a concert, this selection captures
the joy of why we create and perform music.
The opening rhythmic energy unfolds into
a lyrical middle section before returning to
a triumphant ending, exclaiming "Sing as
never before!"
11614322 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 3.55
Sing Gently—Eric Whitacre. Created
in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
lockdown, this piece was performed by
more than 17,000 singers from around the
world in Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir 6. The
soft texture ebbs and flows in beautifully
crafted phrases that set the simple text
designed to give some small measure of
comfort to those who need it. Perhaps
it might suggest a way of living with one
another that is compassionate, gentle, and
kind.
11219607 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
11358728 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
11358727 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
Sing Loud—Garrett Breeze. Upbeat and
and empowering, this pop-style original
is a statement of confidence and joy. Full
of catchy hooks, this selection can be
accompanied by piano alone, with optional
rhythm section, or with the high-energy
accompaniment track. A sure hit with choirs
of all ages!
11392792 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11392793 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11392796 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11392794 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11392795 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50
11392797 Instrumental Parts . . . 49.99
Sing Me A Song!—Cristi Cary Miller. Ideal
as an opening selection, this concert work
is based on Walter de la Mare's well-known
poem Music. With contrasting sections from
exuberant to lyrical and vocal lines crafted
with younger voices in mind, this selection
offers both depth and accessibility that will
help your treble choir sound its best. An
optional descant adds a third part for the
final section.
11583141 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.35
Sing, My Child—Sarah Quartel. This joyful
text celebrates the beauty found all around
us in everyday life. Characterized by tight
harmonies and a dynamic percussion line,
the buoyant 7/8 meter of the opening drives
the piece forward. Lush harmonies color the
hymn-like B section as the text evolves into
a call for strength despite the troubles that
may come.
10739018 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.95
11156144 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.95
11372355 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.95
Sing Out With Joy!—Mary Lynn Lightfoot.
Open your concert and festival with this
joyous original song that celebrates singing!
The well-crafted vocal writing is filled with
rhythmic nuances, energized syncopations,
legato phrasing, and conservative ranges.
It builds with ascending vocal lines to a
triumphant finale.
11608609 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.50
Sing Out, My Soul!—Marques L. A.
Garrett. William Henry Davies' text is given
a driving, rhythmic setting that encourages
singer and listener alike to "sing out!"
their songs of joy. The contrasting middle
section is undergirded with rhythmic energy
from the piano accompaniment while
allowing for the choral lines to explore more
contemplative lyrical phrasing before a
return to the joyful texture of the beginning.
11314191 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
11314192 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
11514052 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.95
Sing the Earth—Kim André Arnesen.
Both English and syllables from the joik
songs of the Sami people of northern
Scandinavia are used as a tribute to the
musical traditions and cultures around the
world, giving thanks to our common home,
the earth. Upbeat, rhythmic patterns of joik
alternate with longer and more sustained
phrasing to triumphantly express the words
of Charles Anthony Silvestri's poem.
11612781 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.25
11617427 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.25
11617430 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.25
Sing This Festive Day—Dan Davison.
Perfect for opening a concert or a special
event, this exciting original features a quick
tempo, a lilting 6/8 meter, and playing
articulation. Fitting for developing choirs,
both voicings have a conservative vocal
range, and the SA(T)B voicing includes
doubling between alto and bass as well as
soprano and optional tenor.
11609599 SA(T)B . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
11609600 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.15
Sing to Me—Andrea Ramsey. "Sing to
me! Something of sunlight and bloom..."
An uplifting text by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
is set to charming music in this wonderful
piece with melodic interest in all parts and
conservative ranges. Ramsey's sensitive,
skillful writing makes for tender moments
that truly evoke the meaning of the text.
Now available for mixed voices, this has
long been a favorite with festival choirs in
the two-part version.
10457609 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80
10291193 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.60
Sing Together in Song (Nous chantons,
Wir singen, Cantamos)—Dave Perry &
Jean Perry. Mostly in English, but using
short, repeated phrases in French, German,
and Spanish, this lively and tuneful work is
crafted with intuitive voice leading and
comfortable ranges. Add the optional
maracas and wood block to make this
celebration of song even more festive!
11603353 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.35
Sing Unto the Sky—Karen Marrolli.
Inspired by the wild and fragile beauty of
the high desert of New Mexico, this original
concert work encourages us to give thanks
for nature while challenging us to steward
it well. Beginning in unison and growing to
four-part harmony, it adds layers of interest
with the notated parts for hand drum, body
percussion, and both soprano and tenor
soloists or small groups. Effective!
11533344 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.60
Sing You Home—Mark Murphy & Maureen
Ennis with Dan Forrest & Jamie Hillman.
This tender melody is supported by a simple
piano accompaniment and well-crafted
choral lines in an original concert work that
helps to process the emotions associated
with grief. The warm, comforting selection
works as a memorial or as a general
concert selection, singing: "I'll sing for you
because I need to, right now this is all I
know; I'll sing so we will not forget you, I will
sing you home."
11539970 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . .M 2.75
Skallakan—Till Meyn. A memorable
melody, original story, and rocking piano
accompaniment make this a special novelty
selection for two-part treble choirs. Body
percussion, a solo speaker, and optional
shakers and/or rain sticks add even more
fun to this rollicking sea shanty.
11592533 Two-Part divisi . . . . . .M 3.10
Slant of Light—Sam Scheibe. Feature an
alto soloist in a folk or pop idiom throughout
this a cappella work based on Emily
Dickinson's poem with a theme of quiet
loneliness. The choir provides support and
response to the solo line. The work may
be effectively performed in a spread-out
formation to honor the hollowness and quiet
expansiveness of the text.
11593001 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80
Sleep—Eric Whitacre. This expressive,
lush choral work by Eric Whitacre
combines an enigmatic text and expansive
chordal harmonies into a sublime musical
statement of release and quiet resolve. With
a text by celebrated American poet Charles
Anthony Silvestri, it is a particularly moving
perspective on the journey into sleep and,
finally, to dream. Stunning!
3295903 SATB divisi . . . . . . . MA 3.40
Sleep, Beauty Bright—Earlene Rentz.
Based on William Blake's A Cradle Song,
this lullaby captures a mother's love as
she gazes at her sleeping baby. Beginning
in unison, the serene setting gradually
introduces gentle harmonies and delicate
countermelodies. Perfect for working on
delicate legato singing.
11609601 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Sleep, Now—Gerald Custer. A tender
lullaby with a comforting message,
this original work can be effectively
programmed during the Christmas season
or at any time of year. Elegantly simple and
strophic in form, the expressive lines and
traditional voice leading make this piece a
delight to sing.
11593367 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.75
The Smallest Things—C.E. Walz. Set to
the words of A.A. Milne, this tender work
is a lyrical reflection of the beauty found in
life's smallest wonders. From the miracles
of nature to laughter with a loved one,
the piece, with its gentle flowing melody,
highlights how even the small things can
hold deep significance in our hearts.
11616682 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30
Softest Rains—Rob Dietz. Clapping,
shouting, and intricate rhythmic singing
combine in this exciting concert work.
Though written in the contemporary a
cappella style, it's also meant for larger
concert choirs exploring this style and will
be a stunning and challenging addition to
any concert program.
11567968 SSAATTBB. . . . . . . MA 3.65
Someday—Ross Fishman. A positive and
upbeat proclamation for global peace, this
contemporary concert work sings the word
"peace" in 20 different languages, like
echoes from around the world. Modern,
gently syncopated rhythms and a tapestry
of vocal textures give a hopeful message
that there will be peace - someday.
11620683 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65
Sometimes—Alexsis Neenan. With a pop-
gospel style and contemporary feel, this
heartfelt anthem captures moments of
nostalgia and resilience, reminding singers
and listeners alike of the strength found
in shared experiences - especially the
experience of singing. Perfect for reflecting at
graduation or celebrating at any time of year,
this selection is sure to uplift and inspire.
11611440 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50
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