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2026 Community & Collegiate Choir Catalog

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Order Toll Free! Call 1.800.345.6296 | jwpepper.com | [email protected] Adult Community Choir | Concert Works 5 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 Need to Listen? 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