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2025 Fall Choral Catalog

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78 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 Secular Concert To the Road—Tom Shelton. Set to the poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar, this piece combines energetic text with an adventurous musical setting. Arranged for choir with divisi in the soprano and tenor parts and featuring a sparkling piano accompaniment, it's well suited to opening or closing concerts for high school, university, and community choirs. 11617185 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . .M 3.55 Together—Bethany Main. With its warm and accessible melody, this heartfelt original pop-style ballad reminds us that life's journey is not meant to be traveled alone. Inspired by the profound words of Ram Dass, "We're all just walking each other home," it's an ideal choice for any choir for graduations, ceremonies, or any concert occasion where unity and hope take center stage. 11617213 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95 11617215 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95 Together We Are Better (When We Sing)—Greg Gilpin. Premiered at Carnegie Hall, this is the ultimate choral for musical unity! Set in a very rhythmic style with optional percussion parts, it can be sung a cappella or with piano. The text is a wonderful mix of Swahili and English, singing "Together we are better, friend to friend, heart to heart." Sure to add energy and sound to your concert, no matter what the season! 11560706 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 11560707 Three-Part Mixed . . ME 2.50 11560708 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.50 11562719E Percussion ePrint . . . . 40.30 Together, Unafraid—Timothy C. Takach. Created in collaboration with students, this expressive piece captures themes of vulnerability, connection, and resilience through music that mirrors the natural rhythm of speech. A strong choice for treble choirs ready to engage with meaningful text, the accessible part writing offers moments for growth and refinement. 11622558 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.75 The Tree-Maker—Meredith Tompkins. Exploring themes of kindness, growth, and lasting impact, Abbie Farwell Brown's poem with a simple rhyme scheme is set musically with a vibrant interplay of homophonic and polyphonic textures and shifting tonalities. It can be performed effectively a cappella or with the piano accompaniment that offers extra support. 11611605 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30 A Trillion Trees—Teresa Jennings. Set in an uplifting Latin style, this ode to trees has a half-time groove that practically demands toe tapping, shoulder bouncing, or all-out dancing! In unison the first time through until the optional second and third parts enter, it becomes a delightful musical conversation, joyfully expressing the sentiment of the lyrics. Perfect for Earth Day or any time of year! 11597320 Unison/Two-Part . . . . E 2.30 11597321 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95 Tundra—Ola Gjeilo. Majestic scenes from Ola Gjeilo's native Norway inspired Charles Silvestri's text for this contemporary tone poem. The words and music are fused in a poignant, lyrical way to convey the intense beauty of the landscape. An excellent winter feature or festival choice for mature choirs. 11200696 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.95 10276418 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 3.50 11414808 Instru. Parts SATB . . . 45.00 10297376 Instru. Parts SSAA . . . 45.00 Two Rose Songs—Gustav Holst & Amy Beach/arr. Jacob Narverud. United by theme, these two part songs by master composers Gustav Holst and Amy Beach are paired in this set arranged for mixed a cappella choirs with no divisi. The set includes Holst's Soft and Gently and Beach's One Summer Day. Both are short and sweet; they can be performed as a nicely contrasting pair or individually. Helpful piano reductions are included. 11574653 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . MA 1.75 Two-part A Cappella Canons for Treble Choir—arr. Mary Jane Phillips. Variety, versatility, and accessibility abound in this set of six canons from German, Australian, British, and American folk songs and composers. Perfect for teaching part independence and vocal skills, these rounds include Latin and Italian texts, tips for teaching, and the option to transpose as needed. 11609610 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . E 3.50 Under the Trees—Tracey Craig McKibben. Reflective and serene, this treble selection paints a vivid picture of sitting beneath trees, quietly pondering and dreaming. This whimsical concept is beautifully painted with a graceful 6/8-time signature, a flowing piano accompaniment, and layered choral writing. 11616693 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.50 Under the Willow—arr. Brent Wells. Based on the story of grieving parents laying their beloved daughter to rest, this arrangement uses varying musical elements to express specific ideas in the text and to create a sense of grief and acceptance. It is a truly beautiful setting that can be performed with piano, chimes, and guitar or with full orchestra. 11606295 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . .M 3.20 United in Purpose—Rollo Dilworth. This is a rhythmic, contemporary gospel- style anthem featuring the words of Maya Angelou, charging all of us to take responsibility for making our communities safe, supportive, and just. Reinforced by a gospel-inspired harmonic palette and accompaniment, your singers and audiences alike will feel united after performing this piece. 11405285 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 11514798 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60 11413825 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.60 Unsung Heroes—Karl Hitzemann. A hero comes in many forms, and there are many that we encounter every day. Consider honoring teachers, soldiers, parents, or other important members of your community with this lovely tribute that lets them know that what they do means a lot to us. Sing in unison or with the optional second part for harmony. 11597322 Two-Part or Unison. . . E 2.30 11597323 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95 Veritas—Julie Thomas. Set in a joyful 6/8 + 3/4 meter, this sparkling work with a secular Latin text about the nature of truth is a gem for treble voices. Ample unison lines and interesting harmonies provide interest as well as accessibility for developing choirs. 11596669 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80 Viento!—Matthew Gawronski. Undulating triplets, a sprightly tempo, and unvoiced sound effects characterize this energetic crowd-pleaser that embodies the excitement of the wind. Add the optional djembe for even more intensity and fun! 11559655 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30 Vincent (Starry, Starry Night)—Don McLean/arr. Mac Huff. Don McLean's classic song explores Vincent Van Gogh's life through his famous painting Starry Night, a symbol of hope when Van Gogh struggled with mental health. The stirring lyrics, emotional harmonies, and beautiful flute obbligato found in this concert arrangement will captivate singers and audiences while also shining a light on mental health awareness. 11600205 SATB w/ Flute. . . . . ME 2.75 11600209 SAB w/ Flute . . . . . . ME 2.75 11600206 SSA w/ Flute . . . . . . ME 2.75 Voice of Light—Remel Derrick. Setting a thought-provoking original text by the composer, this concert work with an optional cello obbligato makes an inspirational statement. Beginning in a mysterious minor key, the music builds with a bold transition into major, bursting forth with hopeful energy foreshadowed by the text. 11593381 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.95 Wake Me a Song!—Laura Farnell. With lush harmonies and lyrical beauty, this original work captures the power of song to awaken the spirit, evoke emotion, and connect us all. Combining two poems by Abram Joseph Ryan, it is a stirring tribute to music education and inspiring a lifelong love of music. 11611607 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 2.80 Waking (from "Inventions for Choir and Piano")—John Wykoff. Inspired by Bach's keyboard inventions, the "Inventions for Choir and Piano" takes the ideas of a singer's essence - breath, heart, body, and spirit - and sets them to poetry by Charles Anthony Silvestri with parallel compositional techniques. An expressive piano accompaniment, sensitive vocal lines, and lush harmonies characterize Waking, a commentary on singing through all parts of life. Inventions can be performed in any combination or as stand-alone pieces. Titles in the series: The Silence Moves: Hard Heart: Waking and Radiance Untethered. 11593010 SATB divisi . . . . . . . MA 3.50 Walk a Mile in My Shoes—Greg Gilpin. Inspired by the well-known adage, this rhythmic a cappella original includes body percussion throughout. Lower voices begin with groovy ostinatos before the upper parts add compelling stacked harmonies. 11611147 SSATB . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30 11611148 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.30 Walk Through Life—Pinkzebra. Hand- claps and a punchy groove set the tone in this upbeat song that works for concert or show choirs. Careful attention to ranges and easy-to-sing harmonies makes this a terrific choice for younger choirs, too. 11130553 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 11130554 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 11130556 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 11130555 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 11370558 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 2.65 11130557 Instrumental Parts . . . 30.00 11370559 Instrumental Parts (TTB Only) . . . . . . . . . 30.00 Love ePrint "Seamless music-buying experience with ePrint and instrumental MP3 download." —Avery

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