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Secular Concert
Reaching—Craig Hella Johnson. Featuring
tenor and baritone soloists, this beautiful
original work with a text by Euan Tait
explores the concepts of home and being
far away. The warm choral harmonies
perfectly suit the hopeful and sentimental
tone of the text.
11640814 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.00
Read On—Meredith Tompkins. Brooke
Manolis' introspective text encourages
performers to look beyond the surface and
consider the stories we carry. The carefully
crafted musical setting in compound meter
can either be completely unison or in two-
part harmony for either treble or tenor-bass
middle school choirs.
11673983 SA or Unison . . . . . .ME 2.15
11673984 TB or Unison . . . . . .ME 2.15
Restera la luce—Giorgio Susana. Lyrical
Italian poetry and flowing homophonic
writing shape a reflective opening that
builds to a full, resonant climax before
returning to a hushed close, offering rich
opportunities for expressive phrasing and
blend. An ideal choice for high school
choir, advanced children's choir, and
adult community choir ensembles seeking
meaningful a cappella repertoire for festival
performance or sacred settings.
11646263 SATB (SSAA,
TTBB) . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.20
Rhumba of Rattlesnakes—Mark
Burrows. Did you know a group of giraffes
is a "tower," or that a group of rhinos is
a "crash?" Perfect for elementary and
community children's choirs, this fun,
educational novelty song lets singers
explore a parade of clever animal group
names. Since rattlesnakes are in the title,
shakers are (of course) part of the action,
and optional congas add even more fun!
11681593 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
Rise—Tyler Busick. Fierce and
unforgettable, this rhythmically driven work
features stomps, optional floor tom, and an
original Latin text by master poet Charles
Anthony Silvestri. With chant-like invocations
and mounting intensity, it's a thrilling choice
for contests, festivals, or any concert in need
of a bold, high-impact moment.
11641942 SATB or SATBB . . . . M 2.95
Rise Up and Meet the Day—Jordan
Ricks. Perfect for high school choirs, this
upbeat celebration of music with a nod to
gospel style captures the joy, energy, and
encouragement that communal singing
can inspire. Filled with bright rhythms,
syncopation, and lyrics that serve as an ode
to the power of music itself, the work invites
all to "rise up" into its message of hope.
11673985 SATB divisi . . . . . . .ME 2.80
Rise!—Derrick Fox. Greeting the dawn
with courage and conviction, the text of this
choral anthem shines with imagery of light,
fire, and forward motion – an invitation to
dream boldly, stand together, and embrace
the promise of what lies ahead. Suitable for
middle and high school choirs, the music
lifts and soars, carrying voices into a world
that is both powerful and tender, resolute
and full of hope.
11644455 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.35
The River—Bryan Sable. Shaped by
folk and Broadway influences, this
contemporary choral work for middle or
high school mixed ensembles unfolds with
warmth and accessible lyricism. The music
encourages expressive singing and musical
growth, building steadily toward a powerful
emotional climax with "So go ahead and
build your walls" and "I will speak for us.
Will you speak for me?"
11677412 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
11641933 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.95
Riversong—Andy Beck. Fluid vocal lines
glide effortlessly over a shimmering piano
accompaniment in this nature-inspired
contemporary choral. Musical quotes from
familiar "river" songs are a noteworthy
surprise at the end. With several voicing
options, it is an extraordinary piece for any
school or community choir.
10089275 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
10089277 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
10352529 Two-Part . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
10089278 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.05
11668840 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.50
11594333 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
The Road Home—Stephen Paulus. A
perennial favorite with festival choirs, this
exceptional work has become a standard in
the repertoire.
8069226 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.99
10055133 SSAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.99
10318244 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 2.99
The Road Not Taken—Ruth Elaine
Schram. Robert Frost's distinguished poem
comes to life in this beautiful original concert
work. Easily learned and satisfying to sing,
the harmonies are lush but accessible,
making it a strong choice for graduation,
moving-on ceremonies, or final concerts.
11681613 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 2.30
10513118 Three-Part Mixed . . . E 2.50
11172880 Two-Part or SA . . . . . E 2.50
Rockin' Adventure in the U.S.A.—Teresa
Jennings. Written in unison with optional
background vocals, this is the sort of
bright, positive rock tune that middle and
elementary school kids will want to sing
over and over again! The perfect way to
add life to any performance, it features
an upbeat melody, rockin' harmonies,
handclaps, and a chanting section. We
dare you to sit still!
11684581 Unison . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11684582 Accomp. CD . . . . . . . 21.95
Room at My Table—Mike Wilson. A song
about opening our hearts and helping with
one another's afflictions and sorrows, this
tender selection for young voices features
an optional soloist on the first verse and
optional two-part harmonies that beautifully
convey the message of togetherness.
Perform with piano accompaniment or
with the heartwarming track that features
acoustic guitar, piano, a fretless bass, and
strings.
11643836 Two-Part opt.
Unison . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
11643837 Accompaniment CD . 21.95
Sailor's Song—Joseph Haydn/arr. Jimmy
Baas. Adapted from one of Haydn's solo
songs, this choral arrangement for two-
part tenor-bass choirs is a fun choice for
middle or high school singers, or even adult
community choirs. With engaging melodies
and a historic classical setting, it captures
the playful character of the sea while giving
every voice a chance to shine. It's a great
choice for concert or festival performance.
11674837 TB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.25
Salt Life—Mike Wilson. An ode to the
beach, this tune about the salt life is set in
a relaxed sea shanty style, with a lilting 3/4
meter and a nautical accompaniment track.
While the three-part harmony is accessible
to developing voices, you may perform the
piece in two-part harmony or in unison,
making this a flexible, feel-good selection
for your choir!
11643848 Three-Part Mixed opt. Two-
Part or Unison . . . . .ME 2.30
11643849 Accompaniment CD . 21.95
Same Side—Matt Carlson. When life
feels like one step forward and two steps
back, this piece reminds us to cherish
the people who help us see brighter days
ahead. Written in a contemporary, popular-
song style with a supportive and creative
accompaniment, this piece is ideal for high
school concert choirs.
11677407 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 3.20
The Sea Is Never Still—Laura Farnell.
Based on the poem Young Sea by
Pulitzer Prize-winning American poet Carl
Sandburg, this beautiful musical setting
uses text painting and a continual spinning
motion to convey the vivid imagery and
personification. It's a strong lyrical choice
for treble choirs from elementary through
middle and high school.
11673993 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ME 2.30
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