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Graduation & Commencement
4t For Goodarr. Kirby Shaw. This expressive a
cappella ballad from the musical "Wicked" takes on
deep and emotional meaning, with solo vocal lines
and the full range of the choir. A powerful reminder
of the importance of the friends in our lives.
10605625 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10605627 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10605629 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
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
HappinessClark Gesner/arr. Greg Gilpin. This
endearing song from the musical "You're a Good
Man, Charlie Brown" will delight your audiences
with its adorable lyric and sweet melody. With a
tender and supportive piano accompaniment,
Happiness will be a programming gem for your
concert or festival in its new SATB and 3-part mixed
voicings or the best-selling 2-part arrangement.
10507481 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10510981 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10363379 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10363380 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
Here's Where I Standarr. Greg Gilpin. This
gospel-style power ballad from the movie musical
"Camp" builds from a soulful opening to a powerful
final chorus. Feature your best soloist for a stirring
performance in concert or as a graduation finale.
"Here in the dark, I stand before you, knowing this
is my chance to show you my heart...Here's where
I stand. Here's who I am..."
10361612 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10361613 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10361614 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10361615 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
10361616 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 10.00
Hold Fast Your DreamsDavid Brunner. Here
is an extremely sensitive and etherial-sounding
work for more mature treble and SATB choirs A
soaring melody is supported by a dreamlike piano
accompaniment, as warm harmonies highlight the
text; "Hold fast your dreams! O keep a place apart,
Within your heart, For little dreams to go." Perfect
for concert or contest, it is also ideal for graduation
or as a signature piece. Gorgeous!
10590179 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
3180866 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
H
I Am a Small Part of the WorldSally Albrecht
& Jay Althouse. Dramatic! Full of strength, power
and determination! With an incredibly strong text
and solid choral writing, this is an excellent choice
for a multitude of functional uses and for any size
choir, from very small to massed festival choirs.
Starting small, building and then ending quietly,
this is certain to raise "goosebumps" in your singers
and audiences alike!
1827583 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
1827591 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.85
3286010 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
n I Hope You Dancearr. Ed Lojeski. "And when
you get the choice to sit it out or dance, I hope
you dance." This inspirational song by Lee Ann
Womack offers an exceptionally positive message.
With easy harmonies, it can be learned quickly and
will make a powerful impact on both singers and
listeners. For concert use or graduation, this will be
a highlight of your choral experience.
3276599 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3276615 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
4 I Plant You a GardenCharlotte Lee & Greg
Gilpin. "I plant you a garden, an acre or more, that
brightens and blesses what life holds in store..."
These words of caring, comfort and encouragement
join with gently flowing musical lines to create a
lovely, inspiring work that is a superb choice for
graduation or any moving-on ceremony.
10590426 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10590427 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
4 I Shall Not Live in VainGlenda E. Franklin. "If
I can share my song with others, a sweet refrain...
I shall not live in vain." Franklin has added her own
original text to the familiar Emily Dickinson poem,
making this expressive treble original a perfect
choice for graduation, commencement or general
concert settings. This selection speaks to the heart
in affirming that we can make a difference in the
world, one small deed at a time.
10601725 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
I Was Herearr. Alan Billingsley. Lady Antebellum
has established a stellar reputation with their rich
harmonies and impeccable instrumental skills.
This uplifting song, featured in the movie "Act of
Valor" and also covered by Kristin Chenoweth, is
an inspirational choice, perfect for graduation and
other end-of-the-year programs. "You will notice
me; I'll be leaving my mark like initials carved in an
old oak tree..."
10364721 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10364722 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10364723 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10364724 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
I'll Be Therearr. Roger Emerson. This wonderful
song by The Jacksons was a number-one hit in 1970,
and it translates beautifully for choral singing in this
outstanding arrangement! Opening softly, it builds to
a powerful climax that will really get the most out of
your choir, then closes as softly as it began. A strong
choice for graduation or any other time of year!
3086865 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3086873 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3086881 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
3086899 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
I'll Stand By Youarr. Mac Huff. The
Pretenders' classic song from 1994 took on new
meaning in the Glee episode that remembered
Cory Monteith. Beyond that, the deep emotion of
the lyrics will speak to a new generation as they
make their way in the world. Ideal for graduation or
a special tribute concert!
10455775 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10455776 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10455777 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10455778 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10455779E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00
I've Had the Time of My Lifearr. Mac Huff. This
powerful duet by Jennifer Warnes and Bill Medley
was #1 in 1987 and won the Oscar the following
year for the blockbuster film "Dirty Dancing." It
remains one of the most often performed ballads
ever, and is now even more memorable with the
passing of the film's male lead, Patrick Swayze.
10083972 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10083973 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10083974 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10086766 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10098220E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00
The Impossible Dreamarr. Mark Hayes. This
inspirational ballad from the 1965 hit Broadway
show "The Man of La Mancha" deserves nothing
but the best arrangement, and this is it! It is
absolutely thrilling, a real tour de force for school
or community choirs, and it is equally moving
with either piano accompaniment or the recorded
orchestration. "...to reach the unreachable star."
Highly recommended!
10515754 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10515755 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10515756 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10515757 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00
10515758 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29.99
4t In Meeting We Are BlessedTroy Robertson
& R. Gatsnahos. The part for djembe imparts a
traditional African feeling to this easy, original
a cappella work. The Gatsnahos text, inspired
by John Donne, has a theme of friendship and
unity that all can relate to. "We are met together
and in meeting we are blessed. Peace in coming
and in going, peace in labor and in rest..." This is
accessible to choirs at many levels, and it makes a
wonderful processional!
10589968 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
n In My LifeJohn Lennon & Paul McCartney/arr.
Jasperse. Greg Jasperse meets The Beatles in
this warm, relaxed arrangement, giving the song
some harmonic embellishments that are chorally
beautiful. A strong choice for graduation or any
other occasion, it has a great lyric that conveys a
timeless message. "...But of all these friends and
lovers, there is no one compares with you, and
these mem'ries lose their meaning , when I think of
love as something new...In my life, I love you more."
10303144 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10303145 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10303146 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10309037 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10309038E Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . 15.00
n It Takes a VillageJoan Szymko. The familiar
African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child,"
is appropriately set to tribal-sounding music in this
marvelous cross-cultural feature. A great closer,
this piece is a proven audience favorite!
3277274 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
3277266 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
10423621 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
n Landslidearr. Ed Lojeski. Gwyneth Paltrow took
center stage on Glee as the substitute teacher Holly
for a rendition of this sweet and deeply personal
Fleetwood Mac tune (also covered by The Dixie
Chicks). "Well, I've been afraid of changing, 'cause
I've built my life around you." This is perfect for
graduation, or any other time!
10309536 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10309647 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10309649E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 20.00
Lean on Mearr. Roger Emerson. The cast of
Glee performed a powerful, emotional rendition of
Bill Withers' #1 hit from 1972, with all the genuine
honesty and gospel-infused spirit you could ever
want. This terrific arrangement captures the gospel
feel, and is an uplifting choice for graduation or any
other concert program!
10083963 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10083964 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10088121 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10083967 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10083969 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
10083971E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . 25.00
n Let There Be MusicJoel Raney. Impressive
in its melodic majesty and magnificent
accompaniment, this triumphant ode to music will
beautifully showcase your choir's talents. Especially
effective when programmed as a concert or festival
opener, it has a celebratory spirit that is truly
uplifting! Highly recommended!
10307424 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10307425 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
May the Road Rise Up (Traditional Gaelic
Blessing)arr. Jay Rouse. Simple, elegant,
and useful for all age levels, this setting of the
traditional Irish blessing is a perfect closing
selection for concert, festival or graduation. It
really does justice to the traditional text and tune.
"...And until we meet again, may God hold you in
the palm of his hand."
10343852 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10343853 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10343854 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10343855 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
10369750 Multi-Song Accomp. CD . . . 44.99
4t New BeginningsJim Papoulis. New Beginnings
was inspired by an exciting yet bittersweet time
for students - the closing of one chapter in life
and beginning another. Although many of us
look forward to a next chapter in life with great
anticipation, we find ourselves emotional for a
chapter that will never exist the same way again.
This piece is highly suitable for moving up or
graduation ceremonies.
10565279 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
No Day But TodayJonathan Larson/arr. Mark
Brymer. The powerful closer from the landmark
musical "Rent," this selection is a perfect
graduation anthem or concert finale, with full
harmonies and an emotion-filled message.
10489669 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10489670 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10489671 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10489672 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
n No One is Alone (from "Into the Woods")arr.
Mark Brymer. "Into the Woods" tells of fairy tale
characters meeting in the woods and exploring
what happens after "happily ever after." This
haunting ballad, which examines themes of
maturity and learning to cope with misfortune,
comes in Act II just before the Finale. "Mother
cannot guide you. Now you're on your own. Only
me beside you. Still, you're not alone. No one is
alone..." A touching, memorable song for any
concert occasion, including graduation.
10309718 SATB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10309719 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10309720 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10309721 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
