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Advent and Christmas
Children's/Youth Choir
H African Alleluiaarr. Benjamin Harlan. What
a phenomenal rhythmic and melodic hook! This
Christmas staple for more than a decade is
brimming with vibrant African rhythms and stunning
dynamic contrasts. Church choirs, school choirs
and particularly men's choirs can enjoy this musical
celebration that is guaranteed to raise the roof! An
absolute must for your December presentations!
3142379 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
8063847 SAB or Two-part Mixed. . . . . 2.25
10191619 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
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African Noelarr. Dave & Jean Perry. The
Perrys have done a super job arranging the
popular African folk song African Noel for today's
choirs in both schools and churches! Layered
voices and call and response between the
soloist and choir highlight the choral texture. The
optional percussion parts add a special touch to
this exciting Christmas selection.
8045304 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90
8045312 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.85
8045320 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
8045338 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 15.00
Ht African Noelarr. Victor Johnson. A superb a
cappella arrangement of the traditional African
carol! Optional percussion parts for sticks, shaker,
bongo or African drums, triangle and tambourine
will lend an exciting rhythmic flavor to your
performance. With plenty of repetition and an
infectious "hook," this is an exceptionally strong
choice for any Christmas performance!
3025954 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3253754 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10011486 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
All on a Silent NightBecki Slagle Mayo. This
beautiful arrangement pairs Silent Night with an
original melody, lending a delightful new ambiance
to the beloved classic. The flowing piano and cello
accompaniments enhance the lyrical melodies and
rich harmonies. Very accessible for developing
choirs, this selection is sure to be a holiday
favorite, perfect for school and church settings!
Highly recommended!
10307377 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307378 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
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
A Baby in a Manger, GloriaVicki Tucker
Courtney. This calypso-style offering for young
voices is wonderful for Christmas worship.
It is a sweet song for the newborn Savior.
Joyfully rhythmic, this cheerful acclamation is
easy to sing and works equally well with unison
or two-part voicing.
10276596 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
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Be a Candle of HopeBecki Slagle Mayo.
A wonderful candle-lighting song for youth and
now adult voices! "Be a candle of hope, be
a candle of light, a beacon of truth in a dark,
hopeless night. Share the light with a friend and
watch the flame grow. The more light we give, the
more love we'll know..."
8064191 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10028869 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
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Bethlehem NightTerry D. Taylor. Gently
syncopated rhythms and a flowing, legato melody
accentuate this fresh rendering of the Christmas
story. Especially appealing to younger children,
the anthem uses concrete images and easy-to-
memorize rhyming patterns to recall the amazing
events surrounding Christ's birth. An optional
handbell or handchime descant adds extra sparkle
to this irresistible anthem.
10048593 Unison with opt. Handbells
or Handchimes. . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Bleak Midwinter's Silent NightGustav Holst
& Franz Gruber/arr. Ruth Elaine Schram. Joining
the two beloved carols In the Bleak Midwinter and
Silent Night into a touching tapestry of praise, Ruth
Schram provides us with a very special musical
moment. There won't be a dry eye when the
young singers present this. The optional flute or
C-instrument obbligato is particularly nice.
8069446 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
8069874 Multi-Song P/A CD . . . . . . . 39.99
H By CandlelightRuth Elaine Schram. This is
stunning! A marvelous lyric describes how beautiful
the first Christmas night must have been "by
candlelight." Gentle, lyrical music ebbs and flows to
perfectly complement the text. Simple and elegant
in every way, with multiple voice options, this is a
must for a variety of church and school choirs!
3193331 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3193356 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Carol of the StarDonald Moore. A simple
Latin refrain, "Venite adoremus Dominum," adds
a touch of elegance to this expressive retelling
of the Christmas story. "A star, a shining star,
led wise men on their way to find that Bethl'em
town where lay a holy babe..." Lovely echo effects
between the women and men and a twinkling piano
accompaniment make this special - it will take your
breath away as it brings out the very best in your
choir! Highly recommended!
10088261 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75
10088262 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.75
10088264 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10088265 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
H Carols Around (And A Round)Carl Nygard.
Carols Around (And A Round) was first introduced
in the SAB voicing in 1984. Ever since that time it
has, year after year, been the ultimate "Top-Selling"
Christmas selection. Now both your SAB choir and
your SATB choir can experience the joy of singing this
impressive setting of Christmas carols masterfully
arranged as a "Round." In the expanded SATB
version, the round begins with Dona Nobis Pacem
and develops into a richness of sound that must be
experienced. This super Christmas showpiece is one
that you will reach for year after year.
1672906 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
1522051 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Children, Get Ready!Lynn Shaw Bailey, Becki
Slagle Mayo. Filled with rhythmic energy and an
unforgettable melody, this flexible anthem makes
the perfect addition to any Advent or Palm Sunday
service. The lively refrain builds the sense of
anticipation for the coming of Christ while specific
verses relating to the two church seasons complete
the anthem. An optional second vocal part adds yet
another layer of flexibilty for any treble choir.
10306685 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.80
l Christ Is BornMark A. Miller. Mark Miller's
simplistic, minor-key setting of a beautiful Christine
Rossetti text makes Christ is Born a gem. Mainly
composed with SAB choirs in mind, it includes
optional bass notes. Youth and adult choirs alike
will love this new Christmas anthem.
10503491 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70
Christmas Bells Are RingingPatti Drennan.
Everyone will love this Patti Drennan original that's
perfect for the elementary choir! There is an option
for bells, tambourine and conga drum, and Orff
instruments could be used as well. "Instruments
are playing, playing everywhere. Instruments are
playing, playing songs of cheer."
10442079 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.90
A Christmas Canonarr. Donald Moore. Here's
as easy introduction to part singing for young
voices. It's the familiar tune O Waly, Waly, also
known as The Water Is Wide, set to original lyrics:
"A tiny child was born this night, a wondrous joy,
a wondrous sight..." A gentle, supportive piano
accompaniment and optional flute part (included)
support the voices with beauty and charm!
10443445 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
10510060 Two-Part Mixed or
Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
RESOURCES FOR THE
CHILDREN'S CHOIR
DIRECTOR
Children's Choir Basics—Pam Andrews. Learn the
basics of directing and developing a children's choir and
discover how to set attainable goals for musical skills,
spiritual awareness and personal growth. Pam Andrews'
practical and fun tips for student dramatic productions will
get you on your way to a vibrant children's choir ministry
that will encourage all who are involved. This is a "must"
for your music resource library.
10003285 DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
Hymns Can Be Fun—Pam Andrews. In many
churches, children are losing the heritage of hymns. This
new resource unlocks the unique beauty and Biblical truths
contained in hymns and brings it to a level that children
can understand. It will bring a freshness to the more
seasoned members of your congregation, too.
10003287 DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
The Joy of Part Singing (A Resource for
Directors of Young Choirs)—Mark Patterson.
The Joy of Part Singing is a resource that will help
children's choirs experience greater success in part-
singing through short, accessible warm-ups, vocal
exercises, rhythm chants, echo songs, mini-descants, and
rounds. While some of these exercises are for rehearsal
only, others may be shared in worship or in concert
settings. Everything presented in the book was born out
of the author's own needs as a conductor of children's
choirs. Even if your choir is currently working towards
solidifying a beautiful, unison sound, these activities will
help singers build the foundation for singing in multiple
parts in the future.
10339191 Paperback Book. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.95
Just Add Kids (The Complete Recipe Book for a
Successful Kids Choir)—Celeste Clydesdale, Nan
Allen, Deborah Craig-Clarr & Pamela Vandewalker.
Stir up the recipe for success with your children's choir!
This unique and incredible resource is loaded with tips,
ideas, techniques and inspiration to help grow and energize
your program. It covers topics from leadership and
development, to musicals and how to think outside the box.
10291903 Teacher Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14.95
Praise Takes Flight—Betsy Henderson,
Kimberly Ingram & Joe Milton.
Get ready for takeoff
with this fun, creative, and easy to implement collection of
songs, activities, and games for children's choirs. You'll
find fresh, innovative ideas to help your singers in grades
2-6 soar to new heights, including: Warm Ups and Name
Games; Bible Beats and Body Percussion; Echoes and
Rounds; Instruments and Cups; Action Songs and Anthems.
A CD-ROM with reproducible singer's parts is included.
10461231 Reproducible Book/CD-ROM . . . . . . . .39.95
Sing Together Children—M. Bridges. This unique
resource offers children's choir leaders and classroom
music teachers an ideal guide for leading young singers
to participate in joyful, purposeful singing experiences.
Organized into five chapters, the resource draws music
primarily from a folk tradition combining over 75 singing
activities into the following sequential teaching process:
1) Exploring the voice; 2) Developing young singers;
3) Singing and moving; 4) Building choral skills; and 5)
Singing in harmony.The singing activities range from vocal-
exploration activities and action songs designed for young
children to more advanced folk songs and dances for
older children, plus warm-ups, vocalises, choral technique
songs, rounds, and songs that teach part-singing. Each
chapter also features an efficient, pedagogically sound
teaching plan that teachers can use along with the
demonstration DVD included in the resource. Perfect for
use throughout the year with children ages 512!
10053363 Book/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.95
Solfege Tone Posters —Teach solfege by displaying
this full color poster of hand signals and their meanings.
It's perfect for music classrooms, private studios,
children's choirs, and more. Poster measures
19" x 25" and is printed on heavy poster board.
5587225 Posters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9.95
Vocal Techniques for the Young Singer—
Henry Leck.
This outstanding video demonstrates the
basic vocal techniques taught by Mr. Leck to the students
of the Indianapolis Children's Choir. It features exercises
in mental focus, breathing, posture, and vowel formation,
along with a written description of each exercise with
accompaniment. As a guest artist and vocal model, widely
known countertenor Steven Rickards demonstrates vocal
technique through the use of his voice, a frisbee and a
slinky! The video also includes exercises and vocalises to
improve choral intonation and tone. This is an important
resource for today's choirs!
10020759 DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39.95
