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n The Snow (Op. 26, No. 1)Edward Elgar.
This beautiful, evocative work was composed
for SSA voices, with words by C. Alice Elgar and
accompaniment for two violins and piano. It is
also available for SATB choir as arranged by John
Pointer. The violin parts are published separately.
3102779 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
4063855 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.50
10189863 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
10189864 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.95
t SongbirdSarah Quartel. "One little bird on a
branch sits fanning amber wings to the passers
by. Two little birds in flight are threading webs of
gold in an endless sky..." This delightful piece will
make your a cappella women's voices sound like a
chorus of songbirds! There's even a little trilling in
this outstanding, memorable concert/festival work!
10371571 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75
l Songs of Youth (An Exploration of Modes for
Young Singers)David V. Montoya. These six
short choral gems are a fantastic way to introduce
and teach modes to choirs of all skill levels. Included
are: Ladybug (G Mixolydian); When All the World
Is Full of Snow (F Dorian); The Major (D Ionian);
I Heard a Bird Sing (E Phrygian); Daylight Saving
Time (B-flat Lydian); The Universe (D Aeolian). Each
selection features a text by a different poet. The
clever piano accompaniment clearly accentuates
the mood of each unique movement. You need
not feel compelled to perform all six pieces in one
concert; they can be grouped to suit the needs of
your choir. Have fun!
10510019 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.95
4 SoulspeakZ. Randall Stroope. Esteemed
composer Z. Randall Stroope realizes the profound,
soul-searching words of Tennyson's "Ulysses" in a
grand and expansive setting. Premiered in Carnegie
Hall, Soulspeak is an absolutely stunning program
closer that is well within the grasp of most high
school, college, and professional ensembles.
10520023 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10520024 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
10520025 Instrumental Parts
Brass Quintet . . . . . . . . . . . 34.95
Sound the TrumpetHenry Purcell/arr. Rentz.
This selection from Come, Ye Sons of Art, a favorite
of treble choirs, is now available for mixed voices
at the middle-school and high-school levels. Also
included are warm-up exercises and rehearsal tips/
techniques to assist developing voices in mastering
the Baroque style.
10025009 Three-Part Mixed or SAB . . . 1.95
10028964 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
H Stomp Your Foot (Choral Square Dance from
"The Tender Land")Aaron Copland. Subtitled
a "Choral Square Dance," this energetic, dramatic
work by Aaron Copland is a bright, lively, fun
work for concert, contest or festival. The stand
alone choral arrangement offers an exciting piano
duet accompaniment. An optional concert band
accompaniment at the medium level is available
for combined chorus and band settings. It's a
wonderful chance to put Copland on your next
combined concert program!
162099 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
H Sure on This Shining Night (Opus 13, No. 3)
Samuel Barber. This lyric gem is a cornerstone
of 20th century choral composition and, because
of its accessibility, is an exceptional work to
introduce young singers to Barber's distinct style.
A distinguished choral work.
421834 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
l Svegliatevi nel coreG.F. Handel/arr. Brandon
Williams. Translating to English as "Awaken My
Heart," this da capo aria from Handel's opera
"Giulio Cesare" is full of drama and expression.
Choirs in middle school and high school will enjoy
the opportunity to experience this work of the
Baroque era.
10518390 Three-Part Treble Equal . . . . 1.90
t Tango to Evoraarr. Jon Washburn. The
simmering romantic fervor of the tango is recreated
with pure vocal colors in this marvelous sound
experience for divisi a cappella choir. Sopranos
float over gentle choral rhythms and understated
hand claps while a single bell adds a unique
sparkle to the dance. Controlled ostinati and
mesmerizing effects bring the piece to an inaudible
finish. Hypnotic! (Also available for SSAA voices,
accompanied, with solo descant.)
3296214 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10067359 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
n The Telephone (from "Frostiana")Randall
Thompson. One of the seven poems by Robert
Frost which Randall Thompson used to compose
his choral suite "Frostiana."
345157 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80
t
That Which RemainsAndrea Ramsey. Setting
a prose text penned by Helen Keller, composer and
conductor Andrea Ramsey has created a sensitive
yet powerful a cappella work that explores the
theme, "All that we love deeply becomes part of us."
10423640 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10423642 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Things that Never DieLee Dengler. An
extraordinary text by Charles Dickens provides the
inspiration for this excellent concert/festival work.
"The pure, the bright, the beautiful that stirred our
hearts in youth... the striving after better hopes;
these things can never die." Now available for
mixed, women's and men's choirs.
1891431 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3130333 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10046020 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Ht This MarriageEric Whitacre. A delicate setting
of a timeless love poem by the Sufi poet Jalal al-Din
Rumi, this marks the first time that Eric Whitacre has
written for four-part a cappella chorus without divisi.
10004924 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
lt Venga Nel Nostro Coro (Come to Our Choir)
Antonio Salieri/arr. Jill Gallina. This was originally
a four-part canon, or round. The lyrics invite those
with "difficulty to come to the choir with the promise
of happiness and peace." For a cappella voices, it
is a joyful invitation to partake of the happiness
that singing together can bring! In Italian, with a
pronunciation guide.
10503348 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10503351 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
n Voices of the NightDonna Gartman Schultz.
A lilting melody, gorgeous harmonies, piano
accompaniment and oboe or flute obbligato
create a dreamy sound piece that beautifully
expresses the poetry of Henry Wadsworth
Longfellow. The work conveys the feeling of being
absorbed in the beauty of nature, which expands
one's thoughts beyond the realm of the everyday
world. Mixed choirs everywhere will want to
perform this! Highly recommended!
10356998 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
n Wake Me a SongAndrea Ramsey. "Out of the
silences wake me a song, beautiful, sad, soft and
low..." In this inspiring original work, Abram Joseph
Ryan's 19th-century poem sings of the glories of
a song as it soars all the way to heaven. Melodic
in all three voice parts, this is a piece that singers
will love to sing. The artistically rendered piano
accompaniment lends special support to the voices.
10307826 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10307826C Choral Master Track . . . . . . 4.99
4 We are the VoicesJim Papoulis. "In every heart
there is a place that shows us who we are." The
opening phrase presents the challenge that unfolds
in this significant song: bringing our inner voice to
expression. Bound to be the highlight of a program,
this piece builds to a grand ending with the rhythmic
beat of a djembe adding to the excitement.
10500447 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
n Weep No MoreDavid Childs. Wistful
melodies, rich harmonies, and an ethereal piano
accompaniment characterize this hauntingly
beautiful original work based on a poem by John
Keats. A conductors' choice on all-state and regional
festivals, it is an expressive gem for women's, men's
and mixed choirs.
10186976 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3178274 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3300424 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
H When I Am SilentJoan Varner. "Who will
sing my song when I am silent? Who will count
the colors of the dawn?" Joan Varner's haunting
choral work, dedicated to a young victim of a
Nazi concentration camp, is a pensive and deeply
moving musical statement for more accomplished
treble choirs.
3052495 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
n Where Your Bare Foot WalksDavid N. Childs.
This romantic work, written for the composer's
bride, is built around fragments of Sufi poetry
by Rumi, for a truly emotional setting. It requires
a larger choir with a mature sound and careful
attention to bringing out the words of the poem. For
spring concerts or year-round events.
10067237 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
n Will There Really Be a Morning?Craig Hella
Johnson. This marvelous setting of the famous
Emily Dickinson poem has become a standard
selection on state and regional festival lists.
10015881 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
WindsongDan Forrest. The text of this
reflective, expressive work provides a rich metaphor
for healing as it suggests that difficulty and sorrow
can be used redemptively in our lives. At the point
in the text where the phrase "a frail bell posed a
chime" is heard, the unmetered voices evoke the
sound of a wind chime, building to a forte, then
gradually diminishing to a quiet conclusion. This
elegant, beautiful piece is accompanied by piano,
wind chimes and finger cymbals.
10354085 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10354086 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
n Ye Followers of the LambEdwin Ferguson.
A strong, modal Shaker song which builds in
intensity and fervor from the beginning to the end,
this is a very singable yet highly effective selection
for concert or contest.
1495654 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
H Yo Le Canto Todo El Dia (I Sing to You All Day
Long)David L. Brunner. If you're looking for
something different in a "music" song, consider this
original inspired by the native music of Venezuela.
Full of infectious rhythms and playful melodies,
with some very effective hand claps, it conveys a
positive message through charming Spanish lyrics
which are great fun to sing.
3197829 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
3092178 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10309011 TTB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3092178C Choral Master Track . . . . . . 4.99
n Your Voice is the WindAmy F. Bernon. Alluring,
mysterious, and romantic, this richly woven work will
showcase your women's choirs with lush, layered
harmonies and a vibrant text. "Your voice is the
wind, your eyes are the stars, and I am the dreamer
who brings you to life." Highly recommended!
10457287 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Zigeunerleben (Gypsy Life)Robert Schumann.
This new edition of the classic choral work gives
a new generation of musicians the opportunity to
sing of European gypsy life in the early 1800's. In
German with English subtext, and including a part
for triangle and tambourine, this is an absolute
must for every choral library!
10304882 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Secular Concert
All Voicings
Medium-Advanced
n Across the Vast, Eternal SkyOla Gjeilo.
"Sunlight shines on my face; this is my grace, to be
restored, born again, in flame!" The legend of the
Phoenix inspires this stunning work for divisi mixed
voices with piano and optional string quartet. Your
choir will create a gorgeous, expansive soundscape
when they perform it! "I will appear again when the
sunset paints flames across the vast eternal sky."
10357012 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10357013 Instrumental Parts
String Quartet . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
t
Ad AmoreLee Kesselman. Already chosen
for several all-state choral festivals, this exciting
a cappella choral fanfare is the perfect concert
opener. The text, in Italian and based on lines from
Dante's "Divine Comedy," speaks of goodness and
love. The sound of non-pitched bells will establish a
special mood for your performance.
10289553 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Afternoon on a HillEric Barnum. A musical
soundscape on a poem by Edna St. Vincent Millay,
this picturesque setting includes wind-blowing
sounds for the sopranos and tenors while the rest
of the choir sings, "I watch the wind bow down the
grass..." There are many wonderful effects for the
more accomplished choir.
10044185 SSAATTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Ht Amor de Mi AlmaZ. Randall Stroope. This
profound work is set to a stunning 16th century
love poem, which translates "You are the Love of
my Soul." A deeply emotive composition, the work
contains a rich harmonic language and lucid vocal
passages that are both expressive and masterfully
written.. Perform this in Spanish as a splendid a
cappella choral rendering, or use the tasteful piano
accompaniment for a concert feature of rare and
distinct beauty.
3281664 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
10027627 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Angel Breathing OutAlisa Bair. This
sumptuous original captures the very essence of
youthful anticipation. "What wind is it that blows
here? What change is come about? I pray it is a
good wind, an angel breathing out..." With its
stormy, rolling accompaniment, soaring vocal
lines and richly poetic lyrics, this turbulent, hopeful
and strikingly beautiful piece will breathe new life
into the repertoire of any choir at the medium to
medium-advanced level.
10028434 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10028435 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
l Armistice 1918 (Everyone Sang)Craig
Carnahan. Featuring the poem Everyone Sang by
Siegfried Sassoon, written shortly after the end of
World War I, Armistice 1918 is a celebratory work
stemming from themes of victory and revolution.
Challenging yet singable, with a virtuosic piano part,
this setting will make a good addition to honor choir
and festival choir repertoire.
10513288 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55
Ht At the Round Earth's Imagined Corners
Williametta Spencer. This contemporary, a
cappella setting by Williametta Spencer of the
sonnet by John Donne is a strong contest/festival
selection for mature mixed choruses.
4035259 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
H Bile Them Cabbage Downarr. Mack Wilberg.
A favorite with all-state and regional festivals, this
uniquely charming arrangement for choir and piano
(four hands) is a choral hoedown just waiting to
happen! Add wood block and tambourine, or your
own fiddles and string bass for an unforgettable
concert feature.
1955491 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
1978444 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 20.00
BrainstormDavid L. Brunner & Scott Lounsbury.
Scott Lounsbury's poem is full of whirling images,
imaginative turns of phrase and a rhythmic
insistency that doesn't stop! David Brunner has set
his text with urgency, playfulness, electricity and
rhythmic propulsion. While a challenge to learn, it
will be a joy to perform!
10432925 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
A Choral FlourishLinda Spevacek. An
invigorating work, full of wonderful contrasts in
vocal textures and dynamics! "Plaudite, plaudite,
clap your hands. Psallite, psallite, play your strings"
is a recurrent motive that fuels the excitement and
intensity. With mixed meters, minor modality and
very effective hand clapping, this is an exceptionally
creative piece that will display your choir's
musicianship in a very exciting way!
3295741 SSATBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3301159 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3296669 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
H CloudburstEric Whitacre. The powerful fusion
of Octavio Paz's words and Eric Whitacre's musical
imagery has made this work a favorite with more
accomplished high school and college choirs. It
continues to be a conductors' choice for All-state
and regional festivals as well.
3036118 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.45
t Come SleepDaniel Brinsmead. This prize-
winning a cappella work by a talented young
Australian composer has intrigued all who have
heard it. Harmonically rich, it is a masterful example
of how to create musical drama via great melodic
interest, combined with exquisite tonal shifts
realized through superb voice leading. The text
is by John Fletcher, who was a contemporary of
Shakespeare. "Come, sleep, and with thy sweet
deceiving lock me in delight awhile; let some
pleasing dreams beguile all my fancies..."
10340157 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
lt The CoolinDavid C. Dickau. "Come with
me, under my coat, and we will drink our fill..."
This love poem by James Stephens is set to a
beautiful melody by David Dickau, placed above
his signature harmonies and tasteful dissonances,
and first presented by a solo baritone voice. This a
cappella work is perfect for high school, college and
community choirs.
10512738 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
