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4Editors' Choice (Best of 2015 Publications) lNew for 2015 HPepper Basic Library ♦A Cappella Available via ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 146 concert music Go to cart Multicultural/World Music / Graduation & Commencement n We WillJim Papoulis. Each time "chiku ah" (chikoo ah) is sung it should be in a whispered voice, with intensity. "Si mama, wototo" (stand tall, children) is the response in Swahili. This compelling piece uses both English and Swahili to send the message that we must send the best part of ourselves into the future through our children. "We'll move on, we'll grow stronger, we will sing another song, we will dream of a promise that will bring a brighter day..." 10024347 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 n Who Can Sail Without the Wind?arr. Dan Forrest. "Who can sail without the wind? Who can row without oars? Who can leave a parting friend without shedding tears?" This sentimental folksong from Sweden is artfully arranged for mixed chorus and piano four-hands. An excellent opportunity to feature two student pianists with your choir! 10444088 SATB with Four-Hand Piano . . 2.25 n Who Can Sail?arr. Carl Agnestig. This Finnish folksong, with its wistful melody and unencumbered vocal lines, is an exceptional teaching tool for musical phrasing and vocal blend. It is an artistic selection that consistently appears on state and regional festival lists. 5178686 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00 A World We Cannot SeeJim Papoulis. Drawing from a message he hears around the country from young singers, Jim Papoulis writes of the importance of nurturing and developing one's inner spirit and personality, as well as accepting others for who they are. This rhythmic, energetic new piece in English and Swahili celebrates the journey of our individuality, one that we cannot always see. 10424293 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 n Yesu Kwetu Ni Rafikiarr. Mark Burrows. In 2009 composer Mark Burrows started a music academy for children in Kenya. Upon finding out that What a Friend We Have in Jesus was a popular hymn in Kenya, Mark decided to arrange a version of the hymn using both the English and Swahili languages. Western and African cultures come together in this piece and enhance each other greatly. The use of African percussion will deepen the authenticity of the piece. Children and audiences will adore this joyful adaptation of the hymn! 10189761 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 4 Yishakeni (Let Him Kiss Me)Debra Scroggins. Here is a sonorous love song based on the Song of Solomon, and it is absolutely glorious! The text is in Hebrew throughout, with English translation shown above the music. "Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth, for your love is better than wine..." A lamenting oboe obbligato adds to the beauty of this exceptional original work. Highly recommended! 10512743 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35 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 4 Yo PuedoJim Papoulis. The composer's strong commitment to the power of belief in oneself is reflected in the strength and conviction of this music. Opening as a subtle ballad, the music creates a sense of how important imagination and listening are within one's journey. Then there is a distinct style change to a more rhythmic and accented style that builds to an uplifting conclusion. 10519400 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 n Yo Vivo Cantando!Jerry Estes. Lend a Latin- American flair to your concert with this exuberant original piece about the joys of singing. The title phrase is the only Spanish text. The combination of catchy melodies that are easy to learn, lively rhythms, and a limited range result in a terrific opener that also fills a multicultural slot on your program. 10348673 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10348675 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 n Yonder Come Dayarr. Douglas E. Wagner. This spirited, upbeat arrangement of the traditional Georgia Sea Islands folk tune makes effective use of call-and-response passages to make it a memorable cross-cultural feature. 10457277 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10457468 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 Ht Yonder Come Dayarr. Judith Cook Tucker. Based on a traditional Georgia Sea Islands spiritual, with a rhythmic speech section, this is very effective in performance, especially with optional audience participation! 5234422 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 n You Can Dance, You Can SingMark Burrows. This high-energy composition based on a traditional Zimbabwean proverb will be a hit with your singers and audiences. The lyrics are mostly in English, with a few simple Zimbabwean words. Shaker, djembe, and hand drum add a vibrant texture that helps to establish the rhythmic groove! 10443062 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10457524 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 t Zum Gali Galiarr. Greg Gilpin. Don't miss this fresh, tasty setting of a traditional Israeli folk song scored for a cappella voices, flute, and hand drum. Inventive, with spoken chants woven throughout, this is accessible with limited ranges and has a crisp rhythmic feel, while the accompanying instruments provide a unique color and texture. Highly recommended! 3303239 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3298138 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10457266 TB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3303240 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 H Zum Gali Galiarr. Dan Schwartz. A great way to introduce your young choir to part singing, this is an exceptionally entertaining arrangement of the beloved Israeli folk song! Your students will have a blast singing the Zum, zum, zum, zum phrases, and the Hebrew verses are also shown in English in the score. This is a very strong choice for any performance occasion. 3072394 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 3072402 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 Graduation & Commencement Already Home (from "The Wizard of Oz") Andrew Lloyd Webber/arr. Jay Althouse. Andrew Lloyd Webber has added his own special touch to a new musical adaptation of "The Wizard of Oz." Here's a fantastic choral arrangement of Glinda's heartfelt ballad, sung to Dorothy and Toto. "You think you're lost, but that's not true; you simply lived a dream or two. You've travelled all this way to find you never left your home behind..." Highly recommended! 10306835 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10306836 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10306838 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10306837 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10306839 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 l Am I Ready?Suzanne Sherman Propp. A song about "transitions," this is an ideal piece for elementary/middle school graduations or "moving up" ceremonies. An easy pop-style ballad, this selection will help students in discovering how they feel about this time and place in their lives. 10494515 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10517017 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . 26.99 H Amani Utupe (Grant Us Peace, Give Us Courage)Patsy Ford Simms. This African-style piece is just so much fun, everyone will be singing this on their way home! The text, which includes a combination of English and Swahili, is as joyful as the music. The repetitive melody will be a cinch to learn. The outstanding P/A CD has an authentic African feel. Effective! 3188018 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 3188026 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 3188034 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 10034071 DVD-Step By Step . . . . . . . 39.95 n And Make It SoDouglas E. Wagner. Featuring comfortable ranges and a beautifully supportive accompaniment, this introspective piece offers a powerful and inspiring message: "Imagine if no bound'ries could impede us; Imagine what a world we would create. With the simple steps we take, oh, the changes that we could make." 10366608 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10366609 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 n And Wherever You Go (A Choral Blessing) Douglas E. Wagner. Perfect as a concert closer, benediction or choral blessing, this original will be a favorite for year-end or graduation performances. Beautiful melodic lines and flowing choral scoring make this a lovely signature piece. 3303499 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 10501319 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 3303500 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10501320 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 Anywayarr. Greg Gilpin. Martina McBride's #1 single from her album Waking Up Laughing is the ultimate uplifting ballad, especially for graduation and year-end concerts. The words, reminiscent of a famous text attributed to Mother Teresa, offer wise advice about courage and perseverance. "Build it anyway...Dream it anyway...Believe it anyway...Love 'em anyway...Sing it anyway." Highly recommended! 10306840 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10306841 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10306842 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10306843 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 Awaken the MusicGreg Gilpin. "Inspirational with drive and spirit" describes this original work suitable for graduation, concert and festival. Powerful lyrics propel musicians to awaken the music within and achieve their dreams. "Awaken the music. Go tell the world who you are!" 10343845 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10343846 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10369750 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99 l A Blessing of AssuranceHojun Lee. This beautiful octavo beckons your congregation to peace and hope. The gorgeous melody rises like a prayer and is answered with a countermelody in a beautiful duet. Based on Scripture and incorporating the traditional round tune Dona Nobis Pacem, this is a quintessential Benediction response for worship. 10516471 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 n Bridge over Troubled Waterarr. Mark Hayes. Pop choral arrangements just don't get any better than this! Simon & Garfunkel's hit song from 1969 has been an inspirational standard for decades, and this arrangement really maximizes its potential in reaching today's younger generation. Opening with an almost tribal, world-beat percussive groove, it builds with sweeping harmonic ideas and dramatic impact that will leave an indelible impression on every singer and listener. Very highly recommended! 10029423 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 10029424 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50 10029425 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10029426 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 10029428 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00 n Child of TomorrowMark Patterson. "Child of tomorrow, look now and see, this world awaits you and all that you'll be. Yours are the heavens and yours are the seas, child of tomorrow, go forth and follow your dream." This beautiful text is just perfect for graduation, awards ceremonies, or any time of the year. Now available for mixed voices, this has been a strong seller for young choirs since its initial publication in 2004. Simple, sweet and elegant! 10192368 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3701159 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3701169 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 25.00 H Choose Something Like a Star (from "Frost- iana")Randall Thompson. Robert Frost's outstanding text is magnificently enhanced by Randall Thompson's music in this choral standard for concerts and commencements. Thompson's setting of the entire Frost work "Frostiana" is a keystone of the choral literature. 338319 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 338400 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 3700592 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.80 Climb Every MountainRodgers & Hammer- stein/arr. Ed Lojeski. This immortal song from "The Sound of Music" never fails to inspire singers and listeners of all ages. Combine all choral levels for a spine-tingling conclusion to your concert or graduation ceremony! 1668037 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 1668052 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80 1668060 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80 10071040E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00 1668169 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.99 Closer to the FlameSusan Boersma & David Lantz III. The buoyant music and hopeful text of this contemporary original are reminiscent of a traditional American folk song. A compelling accompaniment gracefully winds throughout, easily navigating the metric changes. "New day dawning, life before us unexplored. Morning sun on fire above us lights the way..." 10303494 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 10303495 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85 10303496 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80 10303497 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 n Finale B (No Day But Today)arr. Roger Emerson. Winning the Pulitzer Prize and four Tony Awards, the musical "Rent" by the late Jonathan Larson changed the course of Broadway history. This powerful song is an outstanding choice for graduation or as a concert closer, with its rock- anthem style harmonies and emotion-filled lyrics. 10042263 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10042264 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 10042265 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80 10042266 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 n Fireworkarr. Alan Billingsley. As featured on Glee, Katy Perry's top single from her album Teenage Dream lifts you up from beginning to end! It speaks of people who are full of life and fire inside - and make you go, "Ah!" This is perfect for year- end concerts, too. Highly recommended! 10274180 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10274181 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10274182 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10274183 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10274184 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99 For GoodStephen Schwartz/arr. Roger Emerson. Now available in an easy arrangement for young and developing voices, this stirring ballad from the Broadway show "Wicked" reminds us of the importance of friendship and the positive influence we can have on others. "...who can say if I've been changed for the better? But because I knew you, I have been changed for good." Highly recommended! 10364511 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10364512 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10364513 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . 26.99 H For Good (from "Wicked")Stephen Schwartz/ arr. Huff. From the Broadway show "Wicked," which is a new take on "The Wizard of Oz" from the witches' point of view, this is a tender, expressive ballad with a touching lyric. "Like a comet pulled from orbit as it passes a sun. Like a stream that meets a boulder halfway through the wood. Who can say if I've been changed for the better because I knew you, I have been changed for good." Its message about how we can affect each other's lives is one your students will easily relate to, and it will inspire them to sing their best in performance! Highly recommended! 3301740 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3301741 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3301742 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3301743 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 t For Good (from "Wicked")arr. Audrey Snyder. The expressive ballad from the musical "Wicked" takes on new richness and meaning in this setting for unaccompanied women's voices. With solo lines and full vocal ranges, it conveys a deep emotional message. It is absolutely stunning! 10298918 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 n Give Me WingsJohn Rutter. Now even your youngest singers can enjoy singing the music of John Rutter! "Give me wings and I'll soar like an eagle; Bear me up, till I float in the blue; Give me mountains to climb, give me poems to rhyme, Give me dreams and I'll make them come true." This beautiful, inspiring message will encourage young musicians to sing their hearts out at graduation or any time. "We can change the old world to new." 10444714 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.70 n Go the Distancearr. Ed Lojeski. This magnificent ballad, as performed by Michael Bolton in the Walt Disney animated feature film "Hercules," will really inspire your choir to sing their hearts out! Your students will identify with the wonderful lyrics, which speak of the courage and determination each of us needs to find where we belong. "I can go the distance, I will find my way if I can be strong. I'll know every mile will be worth my while. When I go the distance, I'll be right where I belong." You owe it to yourself and your choir to perform this! 3094307 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95 3094315 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99

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