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General Anthems
Children's/Youth Choir
African AlleluiaJay Althouse. Bongo and
hand drum accompaniment highlight this intensely
rhythmic African-styled work. The simple "alleluia"
text allows the melodic and rhythmic ideas to
take flight. With exciting vocal layering, a soaring
descant, and a powerful finish, this piece sparkles!
10029881 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10029882 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10029883 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
l All Good Giftsarr. Nancy Raabe. This delightful
little medley of well-known table blessings is set to
familiar classical melodies and hymns, making it a
great opportunity for choristers to learn about music
history. The vocal line stays primarily in unison,
with the optional second part occurring as a round.
Includes a simple one-note descant. All Good Gifts
is perfect for the Thanksgiving season.
10513769 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H Amazing Grace/Pachelbel's Canonarr. Jean
Anne Shafferman. Here is a marvelous pairing
of Amazing Grace with the beloved baroque
classic, Pachelbel's Canon! The baroque canon
accompanies as the voices sing Amazing Grace in
4/4. Opening with unison voices, it flows easily to
rich part writing, closing in inventive counterpoint
with the canon bass line, the Amazing Grace
melody, and a soaring soprano descant "Alleluia."
Inventive and very creative!
3073350 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
H And the Glory of the LordG. F. Handel/arr.
Emerson. This masterwork arrangement from "The
Messiah" has been created to meet the needs
of smaller or less experienced ensembles, while
maintaining the integrity of the Handel original.
1710623 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
The Beginning of LoveGreg Gilpin. "Let us
always meet each other with a smile for a smile
is the beginning of love." Based on the words of
Mother Teresa, this and other selected quotes are
woven together to create a stunning lyric of love
and compassion. Melody and harmony float above
a flowing piano accompaniment and optional violin.
The piece also contains a short narrative at the
beginning and the end, focusing on Mother Teresa.
10437444 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10453999 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
Bwana AsifiweMark Burrows. Bwana Asifiwe
is a traditional Swahili medley that incorporates
Praise to the Lord the Almighty with optional solo for
a memorable multicultural celebration of faith! For a
truly authentic feeling, add the optional percussion
parts for bass drum, congas and shaker.
10339314 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10400712 CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
Cantate! Sing to the Lord!Becki Slagle Mayo.
This versatile collection features great melodies,
timeless texts, superb part-writing, beautiful and
accessible accompaniments, and interesting
optional instrumentations. Use any or all of these
four anthems throughout the year in worship or
concert settings.
10356793 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 3.95
Children of the Heavenly FatherJeremy S.
Bakken. This simple Swedish folk hymn always
sounds particularly meaningful when sung by
children's voices. Arranged here for two-part
voices and piano, it brings a tender moment of pure
innocence to your worship or concert program.
10456859 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95
4 Come Ye People of Every NationDan R.
Edwards. This unique Christmas piece from Dan
Edwards has a medieval and march-like quality.
The melody is first presented in unison, next with an
additional descant, and finally as a round. Optional
instruments add shimmer to the steady vocal parts.
A great choice for a concert or festival setting.
10513767 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.25
H
Didn't My Lord Deliver Danielarr. Roger
Emerson. A top seller now available in a flexible SATB
voicing, this driving rock spiritual features a subdued
opening that explodes into high-powered energy,
sure to be a hit with your developing mixed choirs in
middle and high school. Highly recommended!
10455944 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
1819317 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90
1819325 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
H Elijah Rockarr. Roger Emerson. When it comes
to writing exciting spiritual arrangements for young
and developing voices, Roger Emerson really knows
how to do it right! Now, this incredibly popular
spiritual is available in a singable setting that your
singers are going to sound great on. A very strong
choice for any performance occasion!
3115904 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3115912 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
l
Encircle Us In Your LoveDonna Butler
Douglas. Written for combined choirs of children
and adults, this anthem prayerfully seeks God's love
to nurture and sustain growing children, caregiving
adults, and parents. A gentle accompaniment
supports the beautiful melody that both choirs
first sing independently before combining together
later in the anthem. The piece is an ideal choice
for use with Mother's Day or Father's Day services,
baptisms, and confirmation services.
10507954 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Jesus Loves the Little ChildrenCharles
McCartha & C. Herbert Woolston. A beautiful
and tender choral arrangement for treble voices.
The timeless message of love and acceptance
is given new life in this moving Charles
McCartha arrangement. With smooth vocal
lines, the traditional chorus, and a graceful piano
accompaniment, you can't go wrong with this
stunning anthem for children's choir.
10454552 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Everyday MiraclesDonna Butler Douglas.
An exciting and original arrangement for two-part
mixed choir or unison children's choir. The two-part
is perfect for slim attendance or summer Sundays,
and the unison option is perfect for treble voices
anytime. With an optional violin obligato, this one is
easy to learn and perform, with text appropriate for
most Sundays. "In the simplest of blessings you miss
every day, you can capture a glimpse of God's face."
10454564 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10442066 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
4 The Fish Caught HimRandy Cox & Kris Crunk.
Our newest Rote to Note piece is a fun interpretation
of Jonah's encounter with the big fish. Choirs will
enjoy the call-and-response form of this piece. The
whimsical unison refrain gives plenty of opportunity
to learn about syncopation, while the descriptive
verses gives singers a chance to focus on clear
diction. Includes an enlarged staff for beginning
note-readers.
10513697 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.10
H
Fly Away Medleyarr. Mark Hayes. A real gospel
tapestry! The arranging genius of Mark Hayes shines
in this stellar medley of gospel favorites, including
Albert Brumley's I'll Fly Away, recently featured
in the movie "O Brother, Where Art Thou?," We'll
Understand It Better By and By; When the Roll Is
Called Up Yonder; On Jordan's Stormy Banks and
When the Saints Go Marching In. Arranged in a
"down-home" country style with fresh, playful choral
harmonies, this will be as much fun to sing as it is
to listen to. The SATB and SAB editions open with
a stylized vocal trio feature that really gets things
going. The terrific orchestration hits the mark and
will guarantee a spectacular performance!
8059561 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
8059562 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
8059564 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
8059565 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 50.00
H Gaudeamus HodieNatalie Sleeth. This 30-
year commemorative edition of a classic Sleeth
melody will be welcome with teachers and church
choir directors alike. Talk about infectious! Layered
melodies and simple calypso rhythms are enhanced
with Latin percussion instruments and a dancing
piano-four-hands accompaniment. Natalie's unique
gift was to capture the essence of musical style with
simple, clean lines - you'll find the P/A CD a plus,
but even more fun is that the piano part can be
played by two student pianists.
3296079 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
247957 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3296080 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
Get on Board Little ChildrenGreg Gilpin.
Destined to become a choir favorite! This piece
includes an upbeat piano accompaniment,
clapping, and even a train whistle! "Get on board"
with this charming arrangement that's well suited
for both concert and worship settings!
10293993 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Go Down Mosesarr. Thomas Keesecker. "Tell
ol' Pharoah to let my people go!" What a creative
way to introduce this spiritual to your young singers!
Call-and-response vocals, lots of unison singing, a
little drama, and a cool, laid-back groove come
together in this memorable arrangement.
10456804 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95
H Gracious Spirit, Dwell with MeK. Lee Scott.
This is an ideal setting that can be used in many
ways, including Confirmation. The range of the
flowing melody line is only an octave, and is set in a
very singable range. Prayerful and reverent, this is
an excellent choral prayer.
1523398 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 1.60
Guide Us, LordMark Patterson. The Prayer of
St. Richard of Chichester encourages the believer
"to see Thee more clearly, love Thee more dearly,
and follow Thee more nearly day by day." This
lovely setting by Mark Patterson teaches the
timeless prayer to children with a beautiful melody
and expressive accompaniment that includes viola
(cello) obbligato with piano. Appropriate through the
church year, it also provides a meaningful worship
moment during Lent.
10416541 Unison/Two-Part
with opt. Viola . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
H How Can I Keep from Singing?Greg Gilpin.
Greg has taken the traditional Quaker text and
positively supercharged it with his own gospel-
styled music in this marvelous new look at a
timeless American poem. This one has it all - a
wide-open solo for your best gospel singer,
an accompaniment that's fine as is, or can be
embellished at will by your pianist, and hand claps
from the very first measure that'll quickly spread
through your audience or congregation. A joyous
gospel experience!
10352316 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3298161 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10352293 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10192345 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3298923 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 25.00
H How Can I Keep from Singing?arr. Ginger
Littleton. This Quaker song is one of the strongest
pentatonic melodies and texts ever written. In this
beautiful unison setting, the melody is surrounded
by a flowing yet supportive accompaniment
that heightens the expressive text without
overshadowing it. An outstanding arrangement!
3251238 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
Ht Hush! Somebody's Calling My NameBrazeal
Dennard. This is the most appealing arrangement
of a spiritual that has been done in a long, long
time! The beginning employs a unique treatment
of the word "Hush" that emphasizes the last
two letters of the word in a remarkably effective
way. Including dramatic unison passages and a
short solo section with characteristic background
figures, this is exceptionally easy to put together.
It's guaranteed to become a favorite of your choir
and a highlight of any performance!
1617984 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1782622 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
1782630 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
I Can Do All ThingsMark Burrows. What fun!
This kid-friendly Scripture-based sensation with
optional tambourine uses stomping, clapping
and laughing to focus on Philippians 4:13. An
outstanding teaching-through-performance
experience for worship!
10339307 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10442140 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.95
I See You GodMark Burrows. "Who says
you are invisible? I see you all around." With the
innocence of children's voices, this sweet anthem
reminds us of the many ways in which God's
presence is visible to us through the starry sky or
the baby's smile. A flowing melody rich with simple
syncopation will capture young singers, and the
piano accompaniment supports the vocal lines with
charming beauty. An absolute gem!
10415905 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.10
I'm Gonna Sing with Over My Headarr.
Terry D. Taylor. Two songs in one! First, the piano
accompaniment gently supports the introduction of
each melody. Then the fun begins as the two songs
partner. This piece will be a cinch to put together,
and your young singers will enjoying singing these
timeless spirituals.
10356792 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
4 It is Good to Give Thanks to the LordAndrew
Bruhn. A classic setting of Psalm 92 for treble
voices. The composer uses a refrain for the
psalm's main theme, while the remaining verses
receive creative text-painting. The ending descant
highlights the upper range, giving choristers
a chance to refine their high register. Equally
appropriate for worship, concert, or festival settings.
10513766 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95
BEST
SELLERS
Anthems for
Children's/Youth Choirs
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Bwana Asifiwe—Mark Burrows.
10339314 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
Living God's Love—Mark Patterson.
10456803 Unison/Two-Part
with opt. Handbells . . . . . . . . . .1.95
Make a Joyful Noise!—Jeff Reeves.
10442065 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
Somebody's Knockin'—arr. Ken Berg.
10339309 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
Go Down Moses—arr. Thomas Keesecker.
10456804 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
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