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Adult Community Choir | Concert Works
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Rainbow Connection (from "The Muppet Movie")
—Paul Williams & Kenny Ascher/arr. Tripp Carter.
Deemed culturally, historically, and aesthetically
significant by the Library of Congress, this beloved
song from "The Muppet Movie" is presented in
an absolutely gorgeous vocal jazz arrangement.
As performed by the Davidson Chorale at the
2025 ACDA National Conference, it features
exquisite a cappella jazz harmonies and a solo
in the middle section. A stunning choice for more
advanced choirs!
11613422 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
The River—Ryan Main. Flowing. Reflective.
Timeless. Like the ever-moving waters it portrays,
this lyrical choral work set to Caroline Anne
Bowles' evocative poetry carries listeners on a
journey through life's stages. Painting the text
with melody lines and accompanying figures
that mimic the progression of the river, the piece
moves through playful innocence, steady resolve,
and the swift pull of the unknown.
11617221 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
Seasons—Ola Gjeilo. Elegantly simple, this
gentle original work features lyrics by Charles
Anthony Silvestri that explore the unique qualities
of each of the four seasons. A supportive piano
part and an optional soaring flute part complete
the seasonal imagery of this lovely and accessible
work that can be programmed effectively at any
time of year for choirs of all ages.
11618457 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
Shenandoah—arr. Derric Johnson. As performed
for over 40 years by the Voices of Liberty in
Disney World's American Pavilion at Epcot, this
traditional American folk song sparkles in an
arrangement that blends the traditional harmonies
with warm jazz tones in a memorable setting. It's
an excellent addition to the concert repertoire for
more advanced choirs. The original a cappella
version is the signature arrangement of the Voices
of Liberty, while the accompanied version offers
a more accessible setting that retains the same
harmonic flavor of the original.
11611429 SATB Simplified,
Accompanied Version . . . . . . . . 2.75
Song of the Oak—Molly Ijames. With the
effortless appeal of arching folk-like melodies,
this original lyrical work for treble choir portrays
the limbs of a stately oak. A flowing piano
accompaniment and optional solo violin round out
a musical journey highlighting the timelessness of
trees and the brevity of our own lives.
11643045 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
The Star-Spangled Banner—John Stafford
Smith/arr. Derric Johnson. As performed for
over 40 years by the Voices of Liberty at the
America Pavilion in Disney's Epcot theme park,
this sparkling arrangement of the national anthem
features rich divisi harmonies and powerful
expression. Perfect for patriotic ceremonies,
sporting events, and general concert use, its
soaring lines and dynamic contrasts make it both
a challenge and a joy to perform.
11611487 SATB divisi or SSAATTBB . . . . 2.75
Thankfully—Michael & Angela Souders. Honor
active military and veterans at any time of year
with this stately patriotic anthem. A song of
thanks, this sincere tribute to the armed forces
is bookended by optional solos, with a dramatic
flourish in the final chorus. Perform with piano
alone or any combination of concert band, strings,
or full orchestra. Orchestral companion product
available: Full Orchestra (00-51713)
11613754 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
11619624 String Orch, Full Orch
or Concert Band Accomp.. . . . 70.00
The Times They Are A-Changin'—Bob Dylan/
arr. Kirby Shaw. Capturing the youthful, restless
passion of the Bob Dylan original, this powerful
arrangement is both a fresh take and a tribute
to the past. An optional acoustic guitar part adds
a touch of folk-rock authenticity to this smooth,
harmonically rich setting.
11620687 SATB w/ opt. Guitar. . . . . . . . . . 2.50
To Make You Feel My Love—Bob Dylan/arr.
Alexander L'Estrange. The King's Singers have
a history of releasing timeless arrangements,
and this one is no exception. Heartfelt, tender,
rich, and warm, this rendition of the Bob Dylan
classic will surely strike a chord in the hearts of
musicians everywhere.
11620724 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.65
Unity Song (We All Sing Together)—Robert
T. Gibson. In an energetic gospel style, this
original work has a text that expresses the joy
of singing, togetherness, and social and musical
harmony. The syncopated rhythms and stylized
accompaniment are fun to sing and play, and the
stacking bridge brings it to an exciting conclusion.
This piece is also available in the anthology
Accessible and Beautiful.
11613725 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
Vem Kan Segla?—arr. Jeremy M. Nabors. A
tender traditional Swedish folk song unfolds with
haunting clarity in this carefully crafted a cappella
setting. The melancholic melody is harmonized
with call-and-response moments, subtle pedal
tones, and expressive duets. There is a translation
and pronunciation guide for the Swedish text. This
title includes a downloadable Learning Resource
Page, created by Sing! editor Victor C. Johnson,
with National Standards for Musical Education
correlations, vocabulary, and extension activities
for use in the choral classroom.
11620358 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Wade in the Water—arr. Jamey Ray. From
Voctave's arranger, this dynamic, modern
arrangement of the traditional spiritual offers fresh
harmonies and layered ostinatos in a rhythmic a
cappella setting. Designed for more advanced
divisi choirs, it offers an exciting challenge that will
captivate singers and audiences alike.
11611494 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
The Water Is Wide—arr. Steve Parsons. A
gorgeous reimagining of the well-known folk
tune, this arrangement for tenor-bass choir
brings rich harmonies and an energetic piano
accompaniment to the soaring melody line. With
ranges that can work for choirs of all ages, it will
be an inspiring concert selection that you will turn
to again and again.
11611490 TBB or TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Weaving—Kahan Taraporevala. This upbeat,
energetic setting of a poem by Samuel Ullman
explores the themes of human connectivity
and creativity. The piece exudes positivity
and optimism, with soaring melodies, textural
contrasts, and driving syncopations and triplets in
the piano.
11612843 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
What Do the Trees Know?—Jocelyn Hagen.
Featuring a simple yet profound text by Joyce
Sidman, this gentle, reflective piece asks the
recurring question "What do the trees know?"
and uses overlapping melodic lines to evoke the
motion of wind through branches. Accessible and
expressive, the music flows effortlessly, supported
by a lyrical piano part and a warm homophonic
section in the second half.
11623399 Three-Part Mixed or SAB . . . . . 3.55
When You Wish Upon a Star (from "Pinocchio")
—Leigh Harline/arr. Mark Hayes. Disney's
signature song from "Pinocchio" is presented in an
epic festival arrangement that choirs will cherish
for years to come. The sweeping melody, lush
harmonies, and seemingly magical modulations
are accompanied by the rhapsodic piano part or
full orchestration that vividly illustrate the lyrics
and sentiment of dreams coming true. It's a
spectacular way to close a concert!
11613759 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
11613761 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
Willie Taylor—arr. Sean Barnette. Tenor-bass
choirs will enjoy singing this darkly energetic sea
shanty based on a traditional British folk song.
Plenty of unison, an optional tenor 1 part, a fun
piano accompaniment, and optional guitar make
this selection accessible and great fun to sing!
11615654 TB or (T)TB w/ opt. Guitar. . . . . 3.10
Womankind—Emily Drum. Empowering and
timely, this original contemporary a cappella
concert piece celebrates feminine strength through
a bold, youthful text by 17-year-old Taylee Heldt. It
uses a modern pop style, encouraging expressive
vocal techniques like subtle swoops, chest voice,
and vocables. The steady 6/8 cajon ostinato adds
extra rhythmic drive.
11623400 SSAA w/ Cajon . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.00
Would You Harbor Me? (from "Safe House:
Still Looking")—Ysaye M. Barnwell. Asking
poignant and relevant questions around the
themes of understanding other people and groups,
this classic piece is presented in a newly engraved
and edited version by a scholarly committee
dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works.
11618562 SSAATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.90
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