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Secular All Voicings easy / medium-easy
Pat-A-Panarr. Andy Beck. You won't find a
better arrangement of this carol for young voices!
With singable vocal ranges and parts (included) for
optional hand drum and finger cymbals, this is a skill-
building teaching piece as well as a highly effective
performance selection. Highly recommended!
10604578 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10008428 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10008429 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
Ring the Bells, It's Christmas!Douglas E.
Wagner. This bright, cheerful piece really sparkles
for young and developing voices! Easy to sing, with
an optional bells part and kid-friendly lyrics, it will
make an excellent holiday concert opener!
10590503 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10457259 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10457464 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n Santa Makes the "Rounds"arr. Janet
Gardner. Here's a medley of four traditional rounds,
each with "Santa" lyrics: Christmas Is Coming; Little
Tommy Tinker; Hey, Ho, Nobody Home and Come,
Follow Me. With this, you'll be able to teach the
rounds kids need to know while you present them
in a new way for a great holiday performance!
10304392 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10295929 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
4 Snowfall Lullabyarr. Greg Gilpin. This lovely,
singable setting of an Austrian and a Czech carol,
with original words by the arranger, is perfect for
young treble choirs. Simple, gentle elegance flows
throughout the piece as Rocking Carol beautifully
introduces the snow theme of Still, Still, Still. "See
the snow fall from the sky, gently as a lullaby."
Highly recommended!
10590750 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10590751 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10592959 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
n Snowflake Carolarr. Steve Kupferschmid.
Still, Still, Still and Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star fit
together simply and beautifully in this charming
partner-song arrangement. The music-box piano
accompaniment and a few word changes enhance
the magical feeling of a snowy night when all is
hushed, the world is sleeping, and the little star is
twinkling, "up above the world so high, just like a
snowflake in the sky." Highly recommended!
10065267 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . 1.95
t Thirty Second Fa La LaDonald Moore. Yes! It
only takes thirty seconds to perform this unique and
tasty "Fa La La!" Use it as a warm-up exercise, a
concert opener, closer, or even a surprise encore!
A terrific vehicle for teaching independence of parts
and dynamic contrasts, this is also an introduction
to imitative style and a cappella singing!
3294559 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10275967 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10275969 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n This is WinterAmy F. Bernon. This secular
original contrasts the quiet mysteriousness of
a cold winter night with the celebratory "snow
globe" feeling of a snowstorm. Moving from
minor to major and incorporating key and tempo
changes, this piece will challenge and intrigue
young and developing singers. A learning
resource page is included.
10512936 Three-Part Mixed or SAB . . . 2.10
10512938 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512939 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
4 This Little Holiday Light of MineJerry Estes.
Inspired by the familiar spiritual, this bright, cheery
holiday original shares a marvelous message of
peace and goodwill. With ample unison lines,
this piece is a snap to learn and the ranges are
very accessible for young choirs. Consider adding
candles, flashlights or other visual enhancements to
add to the festive mood and important message.
10602843 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n Three Easy Carolsarr. Catherine DeLanoy.
Jingle Bells; Deck the Hall and We Wish You a
Merry Christmas make up this holiday medley for
developing choirs. Sung without the piano, it can
be taken "on the road" for caroling. Arranged
with flexibility in mind for the many needs of the
developing choir, this will be fun for all!
10509866 Two-Part Mixed
or Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . 2.25
Under Winter MoonAndy Beck. Accompanied
by a delicate piano (symbolizing falling snow) and
an optional cello (the lustrous moon), expressively
rich choral parts capture the beauty of a winter
night. It quiets the mind and touches the soul. The
cello part is available from the publisher's website.
10355972 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10355973 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10352508 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
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Up and Away with Good Saint NickMary
Donnelly & George L.O. Strid. "Tonight on
Christmas Eve I thought I'd play a trick. I waited on
the rooftop for jolly old Saint Nick..." The traditional
holiday song Up on the Housetop takes on a new
spin in this bright partner-song arrangement for
young voices. "Ho, ho, ho! Off we go!"
10589201 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10592959 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
n When Sweet Winter Comes AgainCynthia
Gray. Capturing the anticipation and excitement
of the first snowfall of the season, this gleeful
song is perfect for choirs who are just beginning
to experience the joy of part-singing. The inspired
writing includes a simple round that can be
effectively sung in two, three or four parts, making it
easily approachable by young choirs large or small.
10512950 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512951 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
Winter CanonThomas Tallis/arr. Andy Beck.
Sung in unison, two, three, and eventually four-
part round, this beautiful melody was penned by
sixteenth century master of polyphony Thomas
Tallis. An excellent teaching piece, the lyrical tune,
set with an original winter text, sits so well in the
voice. As a special touch, phrases from In the Bleak
Midwinter are artfully woven throughout.
10452914 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10452916 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10452917 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10452918 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
10452920 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
H Winter FantasyJill Gallina. Jill's knack for writing
melodies that sound great together is evident in this
easy, fun choice that couples Jingle Bells with an
original melody. A supportive piano accompaniment
helps with learning and performing!
1427228 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
l Winter LullabyD. Farrell Smith & Shelley J.
Smith. Winter sings a sweet lullaby in this soothing,
lyrical depiction of the season. The addition of the
optional C instrument adds another layer of beauty
to the landscape of melody. The reflective mood will
captivate your holiday concert audience.
10582855 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
Winter Sleigh RideDave & Jean Perry. Here's a
bright wintertime feature in the spirit of an eastern
European snow song. With lively syncopated
entrances, tuneful melodies, and independent voice
parts, it's just so easy to sing. And, with no mention
of the holidays, it's just as easy to program.
10514960 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10514961 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10514962 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
WinterlightAmy F. Bernon. Sing your way
through the season performing this delightful, lilting
original that explores the wonders and distinctive
images of winter as seen through the eyes of youth.
"Winterlight...it's a glittering winter's night...it's a
shivering, silver, shining silent night..."
10047268 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3301355 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10011596 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3301356 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10048007 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n The Wonder of the SnowEarlene Rentz.
Take a walk through the silent, gentle snow and
engage your singers in the delightful imagery of
this charming winter piece. The memorable vocal
parts are paired with an accompaniment of equal
importance, and opportunities abound to teach
young singers about vowel unification, soft singing
and expressivity.
10512963 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10512964 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
Secular
All Voicings
Medium-Easy
Ht African Noelarr. Victor Johnson. Limited
ranges, repeated sections, and creative choral
arranging ensure success with this Victor Johnson
favorite. This long-time bestseller features
percussion parts for sticks, shaker, bongo or
African drums, triangle, and tambourine, which
lend an exciting, rhythmic flavor.
10590275 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
3025954 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.10
3253754 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10011486 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n And Sweet Singing in the Choirarr. Douglas
E. Wagner. Douglas Wagner's rhythmically driven
treatment of the beloved carol The Holly and the Ivy
offers a fantastic opener or closer for your holiday
concert. Persistent eighth notes in the piano maintain
excitement throughout, and a dynamic choral
pyramid ending adds to the festive atmosphere.
10513056 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Autumn Gives Her Hand to WinterKeith
Loftis. "Leaves of gold, red and brown, glories past
now lie down, leaving branches bare to weep and
moan..." Picturesque and melodically lovely, this
is an excellent winterscape piece for middle school
choirs! Highly recommended!
10512712 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10010720 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
A Bell CarolLinda Spevacek. A quotation of
Joy to the World cascades from above in the
accompaniment of this merry original. "Hear the
bells now ringing, now ringing throughout the land,
sounding out the joy of this holiday time..." Optional
handbell parts are included in this bright, easy-to-
sing original that is guaranteed to put everyone in a
festive holiday mood!
10028484 Three-Part Mixed or SATB. . . 2.10
10028516 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10028517 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n The Bells of Christmas Medleyarr. Greg
Gilpin. The spirit of Christmas rings and sings
loud and clear in this delightful holiday medley of
carols with a "bell" theme: Ukrainian Bell Carol;
Ding Dong! Merrily on High; I Heard the Bells on
Christmas Day and Jingle Bells. Arranged in a
straightforward style, with a duration under three
minutes, it will be easy to prepare and easy to
sound good on!
10363361 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10363362 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10363363 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10369750 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
Blizzard!John Parker & Vicki Tucker Courtney.
Here's a winter piece that effectively depicts a
coming snowstorm. Sung in a brisk 6/8 meter with
articulation, dynamic contrast, and an expressive
piano accompaniment, the work makes it easy
to imagine snowflakes as they come down one
by one, swirling and building into a blizzard of
choral sound and excitement. A fresh, picturesque
selection for December concerts.
10274322 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10274324 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
H The Candlelight CanonAudrey Snyder. The
magic and imagery of a candle's glow on a winter
night is expressively depicted in this lovely original
canon. The way the voice parts weave together is
simply marvelous! With alternate words that make it
equally effective in both sacred and secular settings,
this is the perfect choice for any holiday program!
10605482 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
3207313 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
n Candles in DecemberRuth Elaine Schram. In
this gentle piece, the flickering of candles creates
a glow of warmth and peace for the holidays.
The way the voice parts flow into unisons and
expand into lush treble harmonies gives the work
a shimmering quality. "Candles in December
have no language or tongue, but they breathe a
message of peace for everyone..."
10047628 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Carol of the BellsMikhail Leontovich & Peter
Wilhousky/arr. Patrick Liebergen. Here is a solid
arrangement of the classic carol for three-part
mixed or treble voices. Straightforward and
singable all the way, these may be performed
a cappella. This is sure to be a standard for holiday
concert programming.
3250842 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3250859 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
Ht Carol of the BellsMikhail Leontovich & Peter
Wilhousky. This Ukrainian carol continues to be a
popular piece every year. The rapid verse over the
bell sounds in the accompanying voices is familiar
to audiences and choirs everywhere.
1204775 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
t Carol of the Bells (Teen Chorus Edition)
Mikhail Leontovich/arr. Wilhousky. Everyone
knows this delightful Ukrainian carol, which is a
extremely popular year after year in this outstanding
arrangement. A guaranteed winner!
246157 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
245977 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
245886 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
246066 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.80
n Christmas Jazzarr. Kirby Shaw. Here's
a handy, jazzy collection that's great for both
concerts and caroling occasions! Three holiday
favorites are set in an easy, swingy style that sound
great individually or together as a concert feature.
Includes: Carol Of The Bells; Jingle Bells; and We
Wish You A Merry Christmas.
3299260 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3299261 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3299262 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3299264 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.99
3299263 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 30.00
Christmas StarJohn Williams/arr. Tom Fettke
& Thomas Grassi. This beautiful ballad is the theme
song of "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York." Using
just the piano for accompaniment, this setting is
charming in its simplicity. Highly recommended!
10452899 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10452900 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10452901 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Christmas WishesRuth Morris Gray. "Look,
the trees are bright, strung with twinkling lights;
there's excitement in the air!" It's true! This playful
piece will put excitement in the air for singers and
audiences alike. Quoting We Wish You a Merry
Christmas, this cheerful and festive original work
makes an excellent closer for any holiday program.
10457301 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10457515 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
n Cold of WinterJohn Purifoy. Set in a haunting
minor mode, this piece evokes a sense of mystery
that portrays the winter landscape. Excellent for
developing part-singing skills, this selection will
bring an interesting change of pace to winter and
other concerts.
10517138 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
Come to the CelebrationLaura Farnell. Set
in a vibrant mixed meter, this work celebrates the
wonder and joy of music, nature and life. In ABA
form, it opens with echoing phrases, then moves
into a more reflective section before the exuberant
return of the main theme. Fanfare-like in style, it will
make an excellent concert opener!
10495652 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
December Nights, December LightsEmily
Crocker. Share the sights and sounds of December
with this cheerful holiday original that will warm
every heart! Easily learned for younger choirs in
elementary and middle school. With flute.
10455941 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10455942 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10455943 Teaching P/A CD . . . . . . . . 22.99
