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Choral Features for Men
Concert works, lighter numbers, spirituals, multicultural and patriotic
selections all have special appeal when sung by male voices. Here are some
exceptional chorals that will inspire your guys and bring a special moment to
your next performance!
All the Things You Are—Jerome Kern &
Oscar Hammerstein II/arr. Mark Hayes.
Hammerstein and Kern's popular hit is presented with
a light and jazzy Latin feel, complete with optional
instrumental parts or rhythmic accompaniment track.
Smooth vocal lines sit above the exciting samba-like
accompnaiment. Accessible to all levels and gorgeous
for many voicings.
10453532 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10453534 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10453536 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.00
new!
Ave Maria—Jacob Arcadelt/arr. John Leavitt.
Attributed to the Franco-Flemish Renaissance composer
Jacob Arcadelt, this a cappella work for men's voices
will be a joy to rehearse and perform. Not difficult, this is
excellent serious literature for male choirs!
10442476 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Aya Ngena—arr. Ruth Morris Gray.
This authentic Zulu folk song is a perfect fit for mixed
and treble choirs in three parts! The authentic African
rhythmic groove is punctuated by brief solos and
joyful handclaps. Add the optional percussion
(bells, shaker and drums), and the overall effect will
be most impressive!
10452859 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10274695 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10453218 DVD-Lights! Choral Movement . . . 39.99
Baba Yetu—Chris Kiagiri & Christopher Tin.
This unique title track from the video game Civilization IV
offers a world fusion sound, including chanting, strong
rhythmic choral sections, and a Swahili text setting of
"The Lord's Prayer." Featured on the Video Games Live
concert tour, and winner of the 2011 Grammy Award for
"Best Instrumental With Vocalist," this awesome piece
is now getting worldwide play. It features both alto and
tenor soloists. Highly recommended!
10457411 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10031411 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
Battle of Jericho—arr. Mark Hayes.
You've heard this famous spiritual before, but
wait until you hear it in the skillful hands of Mark
Hayes! The piano part offers a fun-filled adventure;
challenging, yet doable. The choral parts are so
compelling that choir members will beg to sing them
again and again. Listeners will be hard pressed
to sit quietly in their seats when these walls come
a-tumblin' down!
10452869 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10453431 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . . . . . . 44.99
Boatmen Stomp—Emily Crocker. Marked to be
performed "boisterously," this original work in the
style of a sea chantey is now available for SATB and
SA as well as for three-part mixed or male choruses.
These new settings are destined to become classics
as well!
1364538 Three-Part Mixed or TTB . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10002125 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Camptown Races—Stephen Foster/
arr. Jay Althouse.
Jay's particularly folky
accompaniment features a jaunty piano with optional
bass and percussion (available free at alfred.com/
choralparts). Fully arranged with new harmonic
and rhythmic content on each subsequent verse.
Rollicking and fun, "doo-dah day!"
10452875 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10452876 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
Cantate Domino—Ruth Morris Gray.
The familiar Latin text has been set many times by
many composers, but this dynamic and rhythmic
composition rises above. Opens with a driving,
marcato theme, which is brilliantly contrasted by the
expressive, legato B section. A dramatic choral work
that delivers an impressive effect.
10452881 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10453431 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . . . . . . 44.99
Come Travel with Me—Scott Farthing.
Walt Whitman's Song of the Open Road is the basis
for this expansive and melodic original composition
that is perfectly suited to the young mixed chorus.
Limited range melodies and chordal harmonies soar
over an active piano accompaniment, creating an
expressive sound tapestry that will captivate both
singers and listeners alike. Free-spirited and fun!
3281565 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
Cry Me a River—Arthur Hamilton/
arr. Jay Althouse.
This popular torch song was
originally composed for Ella Fitzgerald, but ended up
being dropped from the film "Pete Kelly's Blues."
She would eventually record it six years later, but in
the meantime, a recording by Julie London introduced
it to the world. Jay's sweet harmonies make for a
bluesy arrangement.
10452965 TBB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10452967 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
new!
The Dawn's Awake!—Laura Farnell. Just as
The Dawn's Awake!, a poem by early twentieth-
century poet Otto Bohanan, uses personification and
vivid imagery to describe the beauty of the sunrise,
Laura Farnell's music conveys the hope of looking
forward to a brighter future. Developing men's choirs
will realize their full potential when they sing this
serious work, which is a refreshing change of pace
from the abundance of lighter fare in the repertoire.
"The dawn of a thousand dreams and thrills, and
music sings and rings in the hills."
10443513 TTB or TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
new!
Festival Sanctus—Victor C. Johnson.
This triumphant setting of the traditional Latin text
features a bright, energetic accompaniment and
includes a pronunciation and translation guide. The
expressive contrasts between sections and the
canonic interplay between vocal parts are exciting to
sing and hear! Highly recommended!
10457332 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
For the Beauty of the Earth—John Rutter.
John Rutter's engaging melody over a flowing
accompaniment is equally beautiful in either the SATB
or SA treatment. If you haven't already, consider the
instrumental accompaniment for a fresh perspective
on this sacred gem. Scored for strings, winds, harp
(playable on keyboard), and drums, it includes
instrumental lines that are as lovely as the vocal lines.
A perennial favorite, this is a tasteful blend of text and
musical expression. Vintage John Rutter.
10432346 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
4534657 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Free Ride—Edgar Winter/arr. Paul Langford.
Everyone will love this '70s hit that continues to be
heard in today's pop culture of musical artists, movies
and television. The classic sound of the original
recording is captured in the hot, vibrant vocals for
both mixed voices and male ensembles.
10453769 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10453769E TTB ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10453771 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10453773E Instrumental Parts ePrint . . . . . . . . 30.00
new!
Get Back—arr. Roger Emerson. Your guys will
love jamming to this #1 hit from 1969 by The Beatles,
with its iconic guitar riffs and fun lyrics. It's perfect for
younger choirs, and it would be easy to add a student
rhythm section for the complete "garage band" effect!
10431450 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10455597 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
new!
Great Day—Randy Jordan. Here's a strong feature
for a cappella men's voices, with baritone solo.
Especially effective are the dynamics, which build
dramatically to a powerful ending. "God's gonna build
up Zion's walls!"
10443546 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Home—arr. Alan Billingsley. Winner of the 11th
season of American Idol, this acoustic guitar-driven
single by Phillip Phillips has an irresistible country pop
beat and triadic harmonies that will encourage your
choir toward great intonation and blend!
10343673 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10343674 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
I Feel Fine—arr. Roger Emerson.
Introduce your middle school boys to the classic
sound of the Beatles! Authentic sounding all the way,
right down to the accompaniment, this well-crafted
arrangement is irresistible! Highly recommended!
10364622 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10364623 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
In My Life—John Lennon & Paul McCartney/
arr. Zegree.
A superb a cappella setting of the
Beatles favorite, this will be a fine showcase for pop,
jazz and concert groups.
10455769 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Kuimba!—Victor C. Johnson. This exuberant
African-style original work is an invitation to let music
be our guide and sing together with joyful hearts.
You'll want to use the optional percussion parts with
this a cappella piece, to help establish a rhythmic
groove for the easy vocal ostinato patterns.
A pronunciation guide is included.
10457265 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457460 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
new!
Life Is Full of Rhythm—Greg Gilpin.
Vocal speech allows the singer to learn how rhythms
look, sound, and feel, while developing their
musicianship skills. Add dynamics, vocal expressions,
and creative fun with hand and body percussion, if no
drums are used. The "rhythms of life" are all around us
and this unique programming piece is perfect for their
musical expression.
10453968 SATB Speech Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
new!
Lil' Liza Jane—arr. Jimmy Baas & Randy James.
This up-tempo folk tune arrangement will be an
exciting concert or festival feature as it showcases the
strength of your developing male voices. The lively
piano accompaniment is supportive and sure to add
musical interest to your performance!
10443509 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
Lord, Lord—Thomas More Scott. "Listen to me like
a sensible man." Everyone will sit up and listen when
your mixed choir - or men's choir - hits the first measure
of this infectious spiritual. Great rhythms, a touch of
jazz and string bass accompaniment all come together
to admonish the flock: "Not everyone who cries 'Lord,
Lord' is gonna walk into the Kindgom of God."
10458775 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
