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H I Dream a WorldAndre Thomas. "I dream a
world where man no other man will scorn, where
love will bless the earth and peace its paths
adorn..." The introspective and contemplative
lyrics of the great African-American poet, Langston
Hughes, grace this marvelous, expressive work.
Dedicated to the victims of the September 11
terrorist attacks, this will be a gripping program
feature. Very highly recommended!
3295803 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
3296679 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10064634 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10067645 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10047850 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 59.95
n I Give You a SongAmy Bernon. "I give you a
song full of life, full of hope and full of dreams."
Light and fanciful, this inspiring original features
opportunities for soloists and a message of youthful
optimism that everyone will appreciate. A terrific
combination of music and message that we
recommend very highly.
3298136 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3298243 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 39.95
n It Takes a VillageJoan Szymko. The familiar
African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child,"
is appropriately set to tribal-sounding music in this
marvelous cross-cultural feature. A great closer,
this piece is a proven audience favorite!
3277274 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3277266 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10423621 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
It's a Grand Night for SingingRodgers &
Hammerstein/arr. Jerry Rubino. For the advanced
concert choir, this arrangement of Rodgers and
Hammerstein's song from the 1945 production
"State Fair" is a great opener or concert theme!
3018363 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10455770 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10455771 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
4t Joy Be With You AllDouglas E. Wagner. This
thoughtful closing sentiment is appropriate for any
time of year. Imagine your singers joining hands
as they blend and tune their voices. Just when
you think you've heard the finest of a cappella
harmonies, the final cadence delivers even more.
10453209 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
A Joyful SongMary Lynn Lightfoot. This jubilant,
accessible original will add flourish and excitement
to your performance. The strong opening theme
leads to a colorful contrasting middle section, and
the buoyant recapitulation propels the rhythmic
energy to the exuberant conclusion. The text is
mainly in English but features a few well-known
Latin phrases.
10047306 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10046140 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10047770 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10047156 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 39.95
Jubilate, Alleluia!Mary Lynn Lightfoot. Add
some flourish and excitement to your program
with this ecstatic original that uses both Latin and
English texts. The rhythmic opening melody leads
to a colorful contrasting middle section featuring the
sopranos, then the energetic recapitulation propels
the piece to its dynamic conclusion. This accessible,
memorable work is a very strong choice for programs
throughout the year. Highly recommended!
10064633 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10063965 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10063974 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457261 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10067735 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
t Kenyan Welcome Songsarr. Tim Gregory. This
joyful set of traditional Kenyan songs is published
as a mini-collection, but may be performed as a
continuous medley, all in the same key and at the
same bright tempo. Scored for solo or duet and
two-part choir a cappella, the songs may be sung
with rhythmic accompaniment and movement, as
described in the program notes. Titles included are:
Karibu Wageni (Welcome, Visitors); Siku Ya Leo
(This Day) and Wako Wapi? (Where Are You?).
10320476 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
n Let There Be MusicJoel Raney. Impressive in
its melodic majesty and magnificent accompani-
ment, this triumphant ode to music will beautifully
showcase your choir's talents. Especially effective
when programmed as a concert or festival opener,
it has a celebratory spirit that is truly uplifting!
Highly recommended!
10307424 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307425 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n Let There Be Peace on Eartharr. Kirby Shaw.
Once again available, this powerful and inspirational
setting is infused with gospel rhythms and soulful
harmonies! After a sonorous introduction, the vocals
enter simply, growing in fullness and gradually
building to the final uplifting chords. An ideal closer
for concert, pop and jazz choirs of all levels!
1711746 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1711753 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1711761 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1711779 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10455758E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00
Like the Beat of a DrumJay Althouse. "There's
a change on the horizon, there's a change that's
sure to come. And that change is strong and steady,
like the beat of a drum..." This piece delivers a
positive message: Be true to what you believe in.
Pulsing rhythms are accentuated by the optional
drum parts included in the publication (congas,
medium drum, large drum). Fresh, different and
memorable, this will engage your students as they
embrace an optimistic perspective on the future.
10069071 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10069072 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10069073 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10069074 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
Livin' on a Prayerarr. Mac Huff. This 1987 rock
super-hit by Bon Jovi has become one of the cultural
touchstones of our time! The lyrics tell a story about
overcoming adversity with the power of love - a
message everyone, young and old, can relate to.
And the music is full of life, with a bass line that just
won't quit! This song has been getting a lot of play
lately, so don't miss out. Highly recommended!
10092216 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10092217 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10092219 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10092220 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10092221E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 20.00
l Love Is LittleRon Barnett. "Grow in peace,
grow in light. Love will do the thing that's right."
This simple Shaker text is set with repeating choral
phrases to bring a message of hope to your concert
stage or worship space. A fine choice as a concert
closer, service benediction, graduation or retirement
good-bye. Piano and cello accompaniment adds
just the right touch.
10461318 SATB with opt. Cello . . . . . . . 1.70
n More I Cannot Wish Youarr. Steve Zegree.
Here is a concert version of the ballad from "Guys
and Dolls" that is absolutely stunning! A wonderful
opportunity to develop blend, phrasing and
intonation, it expresses a heartwarming sentiment
that is universal in its appeal. "...but more I cannot
wish you than to wish you find your love, your own
true love this day." Highly recommended!
10309685 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
My AmericaLaura Farnell. This short medley
of three patriotic classics will bring an inspiring
conclusion to concert and festival performances!
Program it for treble or male choir, or in
combination for a powerful mixed choir concert
finale. Songs include: My Country, 'Tis of Thee
(America); Finlandia (This Is My Song) and America,
the Beautiful.
10092309 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10092315 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10092316 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . 19.99
Ht A New DayAudrey Snyder. This joyful new
a cappella work is an excellent concert and contest
piece. Well-crafted part writing makes this a fine
choice for developing tuning, phrasing and choral
style, and its use of harmony is particularly creative
and rewarding.
3253465 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
H Ode to Peace (Based on the finale to
Beethoven's "Symphony No. 9")Jill Gallina.
Jill has created a partner song, adding original
lyrics and an original countermelody to Beethoven's
Ode To Joy. A hopeful message of world peace
is conveyed in a fun way that young singers will
thoroughly enjoy. Included in the publication
are easy brass parts (2 trumpets, 2 trombones
and baritone horn). Ideal for any occasion and a
dynamic concert finale!
1891332 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10067085 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
One World (In Harmony)Sally K. Albrecht &
Jay Althouse. A stirring text and solid choral writing
make this an ideal choice for concerts and festivals.
It is a dramatic choral work, full of strength, power,
and determination. "We are one world with one
dream, and when we sing together peace and
harmony is the theme."
10303762 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10303763 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10303765 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
10312529 DVD-Lift Me Up!
Choral Movement . . . . . . . . 39.99
Oye La Musica (Hear the Music)Jay Althouse.
Jay has really outdone himself with this scorching
Afro-Cuban original that is the consummate Latin
choral feature! A great music text appears mostly
in English except for two brief Spanish phrases:
"I hear the rhythm of life in music." Infectious,
driving, and totally irresistible, this will be your
choir and audience favorite that will positively
bring down the house! Enthusiastically worthy of
our highest recommendation!
3296000 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
3296001 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3296002 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
3296003 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
3296004 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 20.00
H Peace I Leave with YouW.A. Mozart/Moore.
With a melody by Mozart and an arrangement
perfectly crafted for your singers by Don Moore,
this classic canon setting is excellent for young
and developing groups. Add the easy optional
C-instrument part and sign language included in
the publication for a memorable touch. This will be
the one your audience remembers after the concert
is over.
3252558 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3252566 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
Polly Wolly Doodlearr. Brad Printz. You've
never imagined this popular American folksong
with such interesting character before! With
generous sharing of the melody in all voice
parts, this innovative arrangement also uses
piano four-hands, jugs, pop bottles, kazoos and
body percussion! You might even consider some
simple choreography in the middle that will set
every toe tapping in the audience and on the
risers! A high point of your concert or festival, it's
also a great concert closer and a wonderful slice
of Americana.
3294587 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3294588 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
Reaching for the StarsSally K. Albrecht & Jay
Althouse. Here's the ultimate motivational choral,
perfect as a closer, especially for year-end concerts
and graduation events. "I'm not gonna stop trying to
reach my dreams."
10355974 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10355975 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10355976 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10355977 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
10361693 DVD-Reaching for the Stars
Choral Movement . . . . . . . . 39.99
4 Ring the Bells, It's Christmas!Douglas
E. Wagner. This bright, cheerful work for the
Christmas season cleverly incorporates the Deck
the Hall motive. The optional idiomatic bell part
adds just the right bit of sparkle for this terrific
concert opener!
10457259 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457464 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n RitmoDan Davison. This energetic Latin-style
piece is a great opener, closer or encore number!
Melodic and fun, with Spanish lyrics, handclaps,
finger snaps and other body percussion, it's a party
fixin' to happen! (With four-hand piano).
10065254 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10090775 SAB Or ST/AB . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10090829 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10067378 Instrumental Parts
Four-Hand Piano . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10065254C Choral Master Track . . . . . . 4.99
Sing a Mighty Song!Greg Gilpin. Commissioned
by the Indiana Music Educators Association for the
2011 Middle School Honor Choir, this exuberant
festival opener begins with "Alleluias" then builds
over an exciting piano accompaniment to the lyric,
"Sing a mighty song, awake, arise, ye voices!" The
optional trumpet and vocal descant add colorful
fanfare to this rousing concert work for choirs at all
levels. Highly recommended!
10343857 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10188537 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10188538 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10343858 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10274437 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
Sing for Joy! (Duet from the Oratorio "Judas
Maccabaeus")G.F. Handel/arr. Spevacek.
Your young voices will really shine on this uplifting,
spirited adaptation of the duet from the oratorio
"Judas Maccabaeus." Brief yet impressive, with
an interesting, supportive accompaniment, it
will be especially effective as an opener for any
concert, festival or contest performance and
will display your choir's musicianship in a very
positive light!
10348663 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3278546 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10089925 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3073079 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10047266 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10047990 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
t Sing Your Way HomeJoseph M. Martin.
Deeply expressive, an old poem is treated with rich
harmonies to become a moving closer for concerts
or festivals. Written with an ear to the a cappella
glee club tradition, the incorporation of Dvorak's
Going Home connects to the heart of the audience
and wraps them in the embrace of the warm
sounds that only a men's choir can produce.
10276652 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
So Long, FarewellRodgers & Hammerstein/
arr. Ed Lojeski. Say "Good night" to your audience
just like the Von Trapp family with this favorite from
"The Sound of Music." It's the perfect closer or
encore number!
10066504 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10066505 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10066506 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10066591 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10066590E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00
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