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The Seal Lullaby—Eric Whitacre. "Ah,
weary wee flipperling, curl at thy ease!
The storm shall not wake thee, nor shark
overtake thee, asleep in the arms of the
slow-swinging seas..." This charming poem
by Rudyard Kipling is the inspiration for Eric
Whitacre's magnificent choral setting. A
beautiful, accessible work for mixed, treble,
or tenor-bass choirs!
10058221 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
10910120 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
10910122 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
10070521 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
10910123 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
10279943 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.50
11316564 Two-Part or SA . . . .ME 3.50
10513272 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.50
See It Through—Erich Eastman. An
expression of perseverance through
uncertain circumstances, this modern pop-
style concert work features a soloist and
divisi harmonies with a strongly grooved
accompaniment. Originally written for
guitar, solo, and choir, it can be performed
with that combination or with piano in
place of the guitar. More advanced high
school and collegiate choirs will enjoy the
contemporary feel and empowering text.
11682773 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . M 3.70
See the World!—Daniel Schreiner.
Accessibly composed for two-part equal
voices, this charming work is ideal for
children's choirs and developing treble
ensembles. Featuring an uplifting and
exploratory nature-themed text, it is
joyful and exciting to sing. The message
encourages all to pause amid the chaos,
appreciate life's small moments, and to take
chances and "see the world!"
11677408 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.70
Serre-moi plus fort—Tom Shelton. This
tender original song in French features a
poignant text by a young poet, complete
with translation and IPA pronunciation
guide. With its theme of parting and its
delicate charm, it will resonate with treble
choirs from middle school through high
school and beyond.
11640818 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.00
Set Me As a Seal—Rene Clausen. Quiet
and relatively short in duration, this a
cappella work is pensive and wonderfully
expressive. Often selected for performance
in contests and festivals, it has earned its
reputation as a 20th century choral classic.
1735687 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.65
3031390 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.65
3095569 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.65
Shadows Have Color Too—Mark
Burrows. A compelling work for school and
community choirs, this collaboration sets a
stunning poem by Coty Raven Morris about
light, color, and the human experience. Both
a journey and a celebration, this moving
musical setting shifts through a variety of
harmonic colors and expressive elements
and can be accompanied with piano, string
quartet and percussion or with piano alone.
11681596 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.75
11681598E Instrumental Parts:
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.95
11681599E Score & Parts ePrint . 29.95
Shadows That Run—Meredith Tompkins.
With text from George MacDonald's novel
At the Back of the North Wind, this treble
feature weaves a haunting melody with an
undercurrent of rhythmic pulse, creating
an atmosphere that is mysterious and
compelling. Sung a cappella, the voices
shimmer and shift like the imagery in the
text, with options to sing in all three parts or
in two-part treble pairings.
11673987 SSA opt. Two-Part .ME 2.15
Shalom—Dan Forrest. This tender and
comforting work "passes the peace" as its
simple yet elegant melody washes over
the listener, gently unfolding its text with
increasing texture: "Peace I leave with you,
my peace I give to you, not as the world
gives; do not be afraid." The Hebrew word
"shalom" forms the refrains, and whispers
of the word "peace" further paint the spirit
and promise of the text. With piano and
optional violin, this piece is equally at home
in worship or concert settings.
11314187 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
11416605 Two-Part Mixed . . . .ME 2.75
11314188 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
11314189 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.75
She Who Could Bind You—Jennifer
Stammers. Fiery and intense from start to
finish, this setting of a Sara Teasdale poem
paint the text with a driving mixed and
asymmetrical meter and a vibrant piano
accompaniment that keeps the energy
relentless. Designed for more advanced
high school or collegiate mixed or treble
choirs, it is a bold, thrilling addition to any
festival or concert program.
11683931 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
11683933 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
The Silent Coming of the Spring—Hye-
Young Cho. A beautiful work that explores
the gentle coming of spring, this Korean
work with a Romantic aesthetic is a
stunning concert choice for more advanced
high school or collegiate choirs. The Korean
text weaves evocative reflections on nature,
quiet revelation, and emotional depth, while
the warm harmonies and lyrical lines mirror
this balance of simplicity and layered
expression.
11677413 SATB divisi . . . . . . . . M 3.10
The Silver Flute—Gerda Blok-Wilson.
Capturing the themes of rebirth and
renewal, this original work brings Bliss
Carman's evocative poetry to life as
free-flowing melodies trace the path of
winter turning to spring. Through beautiful
imagery and lush harmonies, it conveys
light and hope after a long winter or period
of darkness.
11619302 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.50
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 4.25
Sing as One—Mark Hayes. Powerful and
inspiring, this choral work celebrates the
unifying power of music. With heartfelt text
that speaks to the importance of singing,
the piece uplifts singers and audiences
alike with its poignant message and moving
musical moments.
11640106 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.45
11640107 Three-Part Mixed . .ME 2.45
11640108 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.45
Sing Change—Kyle Pederson. The text
of this piece was collaboratively crafted
alongside the vibrant and insightful high
school students of VocalEssence Singers
of This Age. Inspired by Amanda Gorman's
impactful short story Change Sings, this
piece reflects on positive transformation,
amplifying voices and perspectives seeking
change in the world. Rhythmic energy
and an accompaniment that leaves space
for improvisation will make this a hit with
singers and audiences alike.
11564984 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 4.40
11678599 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 3.60
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 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. A wonderful
opening selection!
11314191 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
11314192 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
11514052 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.95
A reproducible budget-
stretcher!
SSAB, Vol. 1
A Reproducible Collection of
Distinctive Choral Settings
Various Composers.
Especially designed for the
needs of SSAB choirs, this
outstanding reproducible
choral collection contains five
top-selling concert and festival
titles in a variety of styles, now
adapted for this voicing. Crafted
by top composers and arrangers,
this is quality repertoire that your
choir will be able to use again
and again, especially since you
can reproduce exactly what your
choir needs. Accompaniment
and part-dominant MP3s are
available separately, either
in a bundle of all five titles or
individually. Titles: Celebrate
with Jubilant Song (Mary Lynn
Lightfoot); Omnia Sol (Z. Randall
Stroope); Cantate Domino (Mark
Hayes); Keep Your Lamps!
(Victor C. Johnson); and Come
In from the Firefly Darkness
(Amy F. Bernon).
11641449 SSAB Choral
Score . . . . . ME 49.95
11641449E SSAB Choral Score
ePrint . . . . . ME 49.95
11641450F Part-Dominant MP3
Bundle . . . . . . . 49.95
11641451F Accompaniment MP3
