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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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
10064634 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10067645 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.95
10047850 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 59.95
I Love the RoseTerre McPheeters. "Because
the rose must fade, shall I not love the rose?" This
thought-provoking text by a nineteenth century
American poet is beautifully elevated by the warmth
of the music. Complete with enough emotional depth
and rich choral sonorities to satisfy any SSA choir.
10453070 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10453431 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
n I RememberSarah Quartel. Here is a lyric
beauty for two-part women, with lovely legato lines,
a gorgeous piano part, and a picturesque text.
"In my song there's a race through a wild green
meadow, the sunshine so bright in my eyes..."
Perfect for graduation or any other occasion, this
is beautifully done!
10354614 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
n I See a StarGreg Gilpin. Simply charming for
young and developing choirs, and now for SATB
voices, this touching piece offers a wish for the
world to find the hope, peace, and love that it
needs. With memorable melodies and a bridge
featuring hints of "star light, star bright, first star
I see tonight," it is usable throughout the year as a
song of peace and will make an especially effective
addition to Christmas, winter, and holiday concerts.
10519889 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307408 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307409 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10307410 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
I Shall Not Live in VainRuth Morris Gray. This
textured work of art is built on a captivating melodic
theme that echoes and overlaps through the voices
and an optional instrumental obbligato. Emily
Dickinson's words are truly inspiring. There is simply
no better choice for three-part choirs. Visit alfred.
com/choralparts to download the free violin part.
10453072 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10453073 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10453431 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
4 I Will Lift My Voice and Sing!Victor C.
Johnson. Victor Johnson's celebratory original
features a text adapted from Psalms. Opening
with a stately, majestic fanfare, it moves into
jubilant high gear featuring a rhythmically driving
accompaniment and percussive hand claps. The
lyrical, flowing middle section provides a unique
contrast for this exciting work that is equally
appropriate for use in both school and church
settings. A learning resource page is included.
10512766 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512767 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512768 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512769 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
4 I Would Be TrueMark Patterson. This
stunning original, based on the poem My Creed
by Howard Arnold Walter, is one of strength,
honor, humility, and purpose. Perfect for high
school men's voices, it is full of tonal color and
lush harmonies, and the text is inspiring: "...I
would be strong, for there is much to suffer; I
would be brave, for there is much to dare... I
would be true." Highly recommended!
10510047 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n If I Ask You NicelyAmy F. Bernon. Cheeky
and cheerful, this charming original piece is
an invitation to sing, dance, and explore the
partnerships that come from making music
together. It's full of engaging wordplay and
unexpected moments, so you won't want to miss
this rhythmic and whimsical choice for your young
singers! "If I ask you nicely, will you sing to me?
Will you teach me your song?"
10348677 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10348678 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n If I Knew YouCynthia Gray. Based on
Nixon Waterman's distinguished text, this piece
addresses the serious issue of bullying with a
poignant and sincere message about acceptance,
friendship, and being sensitive to one another. The
violin adds another voice of warmth, depth, and
beauty to this stunning work.
10443061 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457275 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10457509 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
H If Music Be the Food of LoveDavid Dickau.
The romantic style of this setting is lush, expressive,
and perfectly fashioned for the text. "If music be
the food of love, sing on, sing on, sing on till I am
filled with joy..." The work is a superior choice as a
concert finale or any time a selection with a "music"
theme is appropriate.
5570528 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
n If Wishes Had WingsPaul Caldwell & Sean
Ivory. According to Japanese legend, anyone who
folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted
a wish. This song is based on the true story of a
young Japanese girl, Sadako Sasaki, who became
a symbol of peace after the atomic bomb was
dropped near her home in Hiroshima. "How does a
wish get wings? When a child sings of peace." With
the word "peace" in twenty languages and flute
obbligato, this piece has a message that speaks to
everyone, young and old.
10386595 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
n In Flanders Fieldsarr. Roger Emerson. This
setting of the famous World War I-era poem by
John McCrae is remarkable in its simplicity and
emotional impact. An excellent choice for any
concert occasion, including Memorial Day and
veteran's ceremonies.
3115649 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3115656 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10048688 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10048692 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10048693E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00
In My HeartJim Papoulis. In My Heart is a gentle
look at the importance of knowing that the inside
of a child's heart and mind is a safe and nurturing
place. This is a sweet, innocent piece suitable for
any age.
10456929 Two-Part or SA. . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n In Praise of MusicLaura Farnell. "Awake
my soul and sing..." Opening with a celebratory
choral fanfare, this accessible work is perfect for
men's honor choirs and festival performances. The
contrasting rubato middle section leads to a return
of the opening material and a confident, glorious
conclusion of this anthem praising the many gifts
of music.
10303077 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10303077C Choral Master Track . . . . . . 4.99
l In the Circle of MusicLloyd Larson. Lloyd
Larson's lovely, flowing music and Pamela
Stewart's powerful, uplifting text unite seamlessly
and expressively. Music's all-encompassing ability
to uplift and comfort spirits, renew relationships,
and celebrate the beauty that surrounds us is
highlighted in this choral gem.
10513122 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n In Time of Silver RainAudrey Snyder. "In time
of silver rain, the earth puts forth new life again..."
The subtle imagery of an awakening spring is
beautifully portrayed in this exquisite setting of the
Langston Hughes text. Now available for SATB, this
has been a longtime favorite in the SSA version.
10517375 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
1973726 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
l Isle of SkyeJohn Purifoy. This original work
reflects upon the famous rocky slopes and dramatic
scenery of Scotland's Isle of Skye and the story of
Bonnie Prince Charlie. With a folk-like quality and
flute obbligato, this is an excellent selection to
introduce a concert set of songs of the British Isles.
10517385 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10517386 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
4 It Makes a DifferenceSuzanne Sherman
Propp. "We might look different, but inside we're
much the same..." Encourage the qualities of
empathy, compassion, tolerance, and friendship
with this thoughtful original song for younger
singers. Set in an easy pop style, it's perfect for
Diversity Day or other such occasions. It will touch
your students' hearts with a message they will
never forget! Highly recommended!
10506235 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10517381 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . 26.99
n JabberwockyDavid L. Brunner. Lewis Carroll's
playful language, vividly describing the Jabberwock,
is the inspiration for this clever, lighthearted setting.
"Beware the Jabberwock, my son! The jaws that
bite, the claws that catch! Beware the Jubjub bird,
and shun the frumious Bandersnatch!" Whispered
parts and body movements add to the fun of this
creative concert novelty. Highly recommended!
10356995 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Je Ne Fus Jamais Si AisePierre Certon/
arr. Jerry Estes. Pierre Certon's dancing and
lighthearted work is made more accessible for
younger voices with this fine arrangement. The
harmonic and textural elements remain true to the
original, preserving the frivolity of the piece. You
may choose to sing only the French text and end at
the optional fine, or extend the length and continue
singing using the English text. Add the flute and
percussion parts to create the perfect performance.
10453944 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10453999 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
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Johnny Said No!Vijay Singh. This folk song-
style original tells the story of young Johnny, who
is quite popular in the eyes of the young women of
his town, but seems immune to their charms. As
the piece unfolds, the young women lament their
frustrations about Johnny, creating a humorous tale
told through gossip!
3303190 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10042926 CD for SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.95
n The JourneyJoseph Martin. This two-part
arrangement is a real find for mixed or treble choirs!
Combining the beloved Simple Gifts and the famous
Going Home theme from Dvorak's "New World
Symphony" in partner-song format, this is easy
to perform with a minimum of rehearsal. And it's
remarkable how well the two melodies fit together!
Very nice!
3080314 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
8069443 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
For changing voices!
SONGS OF
THE ROAD
AND THE SEA
A Collection for
Tenor-Bass Choir
Laura Farnell. This collection of
five short songs for tenor-bass choir
is designed to provide traditional
concert literature for beginning
male ensembles. Careful attention
is given to the needs of changing
voices, along with good part-writing
and appealing subject matter. The
songs may be sung a cappella or
accompanied, making this especially
good for contest programming.
Songs include: The Open Road
(words by Walt Whitman); Sea
Remembrance (words by W. S.
Braithwaite); All the World Was Made
for Me (words by Allan Cunningham
& Adelaide Crapsey); The Vagabond
(words by R. L. Stevenson); None
of us Cared for Kate (words by
William Shakespeare).
10088693 TB Choral Score . . . . . 2.95
10088693E TB Choral Score
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
10092660 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
Many uses!
SIMPLY SSA
Four Songs
for Treble Chorus
Laura Farnell. Here is a collection
you will return to again and
again! The four short songs for
beginning and developing SSA
choirs provide many options
for developing tone quality and
performance skills along with good
part-writing and appealing subject
matter. The songs may be sung a
cappella or accompanied, making
this especially good for contest
programming. Songs include: Keep
Your Lamps Trimmed and Burnin';
The Secret; I Know Where I'm Goin'
and French Dancing Song (Sur le
pont d'Avignon).
10364865 SSA Choral Score . . . 4.95
10364865E SSA Choral Score
ePrint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.95