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2026 Community & Collegiate Choir Catalog

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New Large Print A Cappella Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision Children's Community Choir | Concert Works 14 Hold (Love's True Glow)—Coleman Peterson. With text adapted from a Sara Teasdale poem, this original treble work is written in a duet style, with accessible ranges suitable for children and youth choirs as well as developing secondary treble ensembles. It features legato melodic lines, simple contemporary harmonies, and a creative piano accompaniment that supports the voices throughout. 11639337 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55 Hope Is the Thing with Feathers—Victor C. Johnson. Emily Dickinson's timeless poem is set with grace and emotional depth in this expressive piece featuring flowing melodies, rich suspensions, and optional French horn obbligato. A thoughtful choice for developing choirs ready to explore more nuanced phrasing and harmonic color. 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. 11620379 Two-Part or SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 I Saw What I Saw—Sara Groves/arr. Susan LaBarr. "Your courage asks me what I'm afraid of and what I know of love." Penned by singer- songwriter Sara Groves, this song was inspired by her thoughts after a trip to help people in need overseas. Expressing empathy and compassion, this choral adaptation with piano and optional cello is a gorgeous concert setting that is timely and impactful. 11618471 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50 I Would Live in Your Love—Michael John Trotta. Set with a simple melody that unfolds into independent parts, this inspirational setting of Sara Teasdale's Pulitzer Prize-winning text is a lovely lyrical selection for treble choir. "I would empty my soul of the dreams that have gathered in me, I would beat with your heart as it beats, I would follow your soul as it leads." 11638154 SA opt. divisi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15 Il est bel et bon—Pierre Passereau/arr. Russell Robinson. This classic French madrigal is a teaching staple and concert highlight. Perfect for teaching precision and independence of line, this polyphonic Renaissance piece can be performed a cappella or with the optional piano accompaniment in the style of a lute. In French throughout, and it's just fun to sing! 11611367 SSA opt. Piano Accomp.. . . . . . 2.25 In Noctem—Nicholas Hooper/arr. Andy Beck. Featured in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, this shadowy cinematic selection has a secular text in both English and Latin. The haunting minor-key theme is harmonized in shimmering thirds that float above distant staccato chanting, and a minimalist piano part mirrors the film score's bell-like tones. 11613276 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30 Joy! Joy!—Jacob Narverud. An ideal concert opener or closer for treble choir, this bright and cheerful setting of Pamelia Yule's exuberant text features catchy melodic lines, bold cluster chords, and lighthearted "la la la" refrains. The rhythmic piano accompaniment supports the voices throughout, making this a superb choice for concerts, contests, and festivals. Lovely! 11631499 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 11631498 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 Kama Muta—Aaron Gage. Full of heart and rich in meaning, this original work set in English and based on the Sanskrit phrase kama muta beautifully captures the feeling of the phrase, which means "moved by love." With a flowing piano accompaniment, soaring vocal lines, memorable melodies, and optional djembe, it's a powerful addition to any concert. 11641941 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95 Let Us Sing—Sherry Blevins. Upbeat lyrics celebrating the joy of singing set the tone for this energetic piece. Well suited to treble choirs developing early part-singing skills, it combines fun with confidence-building harmony on the concert stage. 11640800 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 Little Plant—Laura Hawley. Comparing a seed's journey of growth to that of a child's, this original text and setting is a lovely metaphor for personal growth and flourishing. Gentle lilting melodies and harmonies playfully interact and are supported by a flowing piano accompaniment. It's an approachable and artistic choice for treble choirs of all ages. 11643039 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 Lorelei—Joseph M. Martin. The legend of Lorelei, a winsome lady with an enchanting voice said to live atop a rock on the Rhine River, comes to life in this enchanting folk-like choral. The rise and fall of the melody mimics the sway of the water, while an expansive dynamic range provides the opportunity for interpretive nuance and artistry. 11639998 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 Old Joe Clark (2025 Edition)—arr. Earlene Rentz. Mixed and asymmetrical meters, countermelodies, and open chords contribute to this energetic and rhythmic arrangement of the popular folk song. Clever and imaginative, this new edition features an added violin part and adjustments throughout. Please note that this edition and the original, while similar, are not compatible. 11616650 Two-Part or SA w/ opt. Fiddle. . 2.50 3303203 Octavo- Old Joe Clark . . . . . . . 2.50 Omnis Terra—Ruth Morris Gray. An impressive festival opener or closer, this Latin work offers a mixed-meter setting with an exciting harmonic structure. The middle section features lyrical contrast with an English text, and a few well- placed percussive handclaps reinforce the text and add extra rhythmic impulse. 11613296 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30 11613325 Multi-Song Accomp. CD- PianoTrax 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54.99 Salaam, Shalom (We Sing for Peace)—Mark Burrows. Woven together like a rich cultural tapestry, each of this song's two melodies draws from scales found in both traditional Arabic music and Hebrew prayer. An optional solo violin weaves its own thread of longing and hope. "A hand reaching out, a heart reaching out, a song that will never cease. Salaam, shalom, we sing for peace." 11620869 Two-Part or SA w/ opt. Violin . . 2.30 Shady Grove—arr. Emily Crocker. Fun and energetic, this arrangement of the Appalachian folk song is written with accessibility in mind. The fiddle part is integral to the piece, adding great color and character, while the piano part propels the piece forward and imitates the sound of a string band. Body percussion is included in the middle section for extra rhythmic excitement. 11640819 Two-Part w/ Violin . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20 11618222 SSA w/ Violin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.85 Shule Aroon—arr. Ruth Elaine Schram. Create an authentic Celtic experience with your choir when you perform this arrangement of the 18th- century Irish folk song. A mixture of thoughtful rubato and energetic rhythms, an Irish-language chorus – written phonetically throughout – and an optional violin obbligato all contribute to the lively Celtic flavor and flair. 11641381 Two-Part or SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 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 Music Stands From sturdy conductor's stands to portable options, J.W. Pepper has the right stand for every musician. Find the Perfect Music Stand

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