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c The Bull Frog–arr. Lon Beery. Your young
singers will delight in the nonsense syllables
of this clever American folksong setting!
"There was a bull frog living in the spring,
sing song Polly won't you ky-me-o. He had
such a cold that he could not sing...Kee-
mo dar-ro-wah, Hee-ma-ho..." Phonetic
subtext is provided for the nonsense words
as the bull frog story unfolds. This is great
fun! Highly recommended!
10045373 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
b Dormi, Dormi (Sweetly Slumber)–arr.
Mary Goetze. Alternating between 6/8 and
2/4, this quiet, flowing Italian carol setting
by Mary Goetze is a popular choice for
unison voices both on Christmas programs
and also in contests and festivals.
1542885 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
b On Silver-Tipped Wings–Mark Patterson.
"A star sailed by on silver-tipped wings
under the moon and midnight gleam;...So
I whispered my wish and watched it go by,
sailing above me it slipped through the sky.
Oh, someday I hope that wish comes to be
born on a star with silver-tipped wings."
Mark's inspiring original lyrics exude
innocence and optimism in this marvelous
piece for young and developing choirs. It
features lovely, memorable melodies and
its message speaks to everyone.
10512783 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . 1.95
10512784 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
b To Music–arr. Betty Bertaux. For unison
voices with descant, this 16th Century
German chorale melody with a wonderful
text "to music" is exceptionally appealing!
1729276 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . 1.95
b Antiphonal Sanctus–Cristi Cary Miller.
An excellent introduction to singing in
Latin, this jubilant, buoyant setting of the
traditional text is perfect for young treble
choirs. It will be easily learned and very
impressive in performance!
10503369 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10503370 Teaching P/A CD . . . . 22.99
c All the Beautiful Colors–arr. Mary
Donnelly & George L.O. Strid. An uplifting
original melody and lyrics are partnered
with this traditional folk tune which is widely
known throughout the Spanish-speaking
world. The accessible partner song format
of this multicultural selection is great for
teaching part singing and ensuring success
with younger choirs. Spanish lyrics and a
pronunciation guide are included, or you
may sing the entire piece in English.
10512894 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10512895 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
O Colonel Bogey's Grand Old Flag!–
George M. Cohan & Kenneth J. Alford/
arr. Greg Gilpin. It's a partner-song
arrangement of You're a Grand Old Flag
and Colonel Bogey, and it's the most
enjoyable patriotic salute available for
young choirs! Complete with kazoos, this is
a rousing, flag-waving number that is not to
be missed! Highly recommended!
10514798 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10514799 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
10514967 DVD-With A Song
Choral Movement . . . . 39.99
c Chumbara–Dave & Jean Perry. Creative
possibilities abound with this fun, frolicking
arrangement of a French folksong
that will remind you of the Can-Can. It
features a text consisting completely of
nonsense words, a rhythmic chant/rap-
style middle section, and an extremely
clever "dramatic" ending. You can even
personalize the piece by substituting a
school name or special teacher's name
in place of one of the nonsense syllables.
A real audience pleaser!
10366618 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10366619 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
b In the Arms of an Oak–Andy Beck. This
special piece is a loving tribute to those
who stand strong throughout life's seasons
and storms. Superb two-part writing gives
each voice part a chance to shine, while
thoughtful dynamics and tempo markings
encourage singers to achieve new heights
of artistry. Highly recommended!
10590233 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10604579 Multi-Song Accomp. CD 44.99
b Pirate Story–Kathleen Ballantyne. A
basket on a grassy meadow sets the
stage for a delightful musical journey
through a child's imagination. Robert
Louis Stevenson's famous text is set in a
rollicking sea-chantey style, with both voice
parts given the opportunity to sing melodic
and harmonic ideas. A small group adds
another layer over the final vibrant chorus!
10581944 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10604579 Multi-Song Accomp. CD 44.99
c Chicken on a Fencepost–arr. Greg
Gilpin. Chicken-scratchin' fun abounds
in this clever, singable arrangement of
the 19th century dance reels Hello, Susie
Brown and Four in the Middle. It's a
terrific folk-song novelty, full of teaching
opportunities and down-home fun! Highly
recommended!
10582857 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
c Rattle My Rattle–arr. Susan Brumfield.
This Woody Guthrie children's song
unfolds into a sonic celebration of rhythm
and melody! Repeated phrases, nonsense
syllables, rattles, temple blocks, tambourine,
rhythm bones and foot stomping will
produce a fantastic concert closer!
10593708 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
b The Bumblebee–Sally K. Albrecht. A true
charmer! The original text cleverly hovers
along the pitches of the major scale, and
a slower middle section, in the parallel
minor key, provides a perfect opportunity
to discover and discuss tempo and tonality.
Complete with staging suggestions on
the video DVD, this is simply delightful for
young singers - your students will want
to perform it again and again! Highly
recommended!
10604617 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10604579 Multi-Song Accomp. CD 44.99
10604614 DVD-Step One!
Choral Movement . . . . 39.99
b The Hurricane–Paul David Thomas. This
piece really conveys the excitement of a
hurricane! Knee slaps, finger snaps and
blowing sounds effectively imitate the rain
and wind while the piano contributes just
the right percussive effects to complete the
illusion of the storm. "Lord of the winds! I
feel thee nigh, I know thy breath in the
burning sky!"
10583532 Two-Part or
Three-Part Treble . . . . .2.25
b Listen to the Wind–David Waggoner.
A gently floating piano theme introduces
an uplifting, nature-themed text in this
sensitive piece for developing voices.
Superb choral writing allows each voice
part to take a turn singing the melody, as
well as supportive harmony. A wonderful
piece for growing musicians!
10604557 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10604579 Multi-Song Accomp. CD 44.99
c Got Coffee?–arr. Mary Donnelly & George
L.O. Strid. A spirited original melody and
lighthearted, humorous lyrics are partnered
with this traditional Puerto Rican folk song,
which is widely known throughout the
Spanish-speaking world. With its accessible
partner-song format, this lively multicultural
piece is terrific for teaching part singing
and ensuring success with young choirs.
Spanish lyrics and a pronunciation guide
and translation are included, or you may
perform the piece entirely in English.
10602827 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10648416 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
c Crawdad Song–arr. John Leavitt.
Accessible voice parts coupled with hand
claps and toe taps help create this lively,
energized arrangement of an American
folk song favorite. Call-and-response
phrases with contrary motion and terraced
dynamics provide interesting variety in
vocal textures. Enhance the fun piano
accompaniment by including the xylophone
and string bass parts. This piece is a terrific
choice for festivals, fall or spring concerts,
and end-of-year performances.
10602828 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10647362 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
b With a Hey, Ho, Nonny, Nonny No!–
Cynthia Gray. Commissioned by the
Cincinnati Children's Choir Festival, this
delightful work is written in the style of
a madrigal and is absolutely infectious.
It is a marvelous, accessible choice for
young choirs and your singers will love the
joyful, merry style and rhythmic feel. It is
especially appropriate for spring concerts
and end-of-year performances.
10561771 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10648431 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
m How Doth the Little Crocodile–Mark
Burrows. A delightful musical interpretation
of the beloved Lewis Carroll poem,
this piece is easy to put together and
is an excellent choice for a choir's first
experience with part singing. The catchy
melody transitions to a round in two or three
parts, giving you practical options for your
beginning choirs! Highly recommended!
10590425 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10618151 Multi-Song P/A CD . . . 44.95
b Wynken, Blynken, and Nod–Greg Gilpin.
The delightful Eugene Field poem is a
fantasy bedtime story about three children
sailing and fishing among the stars from a
boat (which is a wooden shoe), symbolizing
a sleepy child's blinking eyes, nodding
head and trundle bed. Greg Gilpin's original
music is rhythmic and up-tempo, reflecting
the story in a playful and wonderfully
teachable way! Highly recommended!
10574202 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10592959 Multi-Song Accomp. CD 44.99
m Do-Re-Do (The Interval Song)–Steve
Kupferschmid. Teach intervals from DO the
fun way! This snazzy Latin-style song will be
a favorite with young singers as they learn
numerous rhythm patterns while singing
intervals and solfege syllables. Educational
and entertaining, this is a win-win! Highly
recommended!
10582872 Unison . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
b Caterpillar–Ruth Morris Gray. This is
delightful! Based on a poem by Christina
Rossetti, it is a wonderful teaching piece
as well as an entertaining concert feature.
A playful piano accompaniment and
agile choral parts reflect the inching of a
caterpillar in motion. Sensible two-part
writing allows every singer to take a turn on
the main melody as well as a contrasting
counterline. Highly recommended!
10590228 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10604579 Multi-Song Accomp. CD 44.99
b I'd Like to Fly–David Waggoner. "Soaring
and gliding, racing down the wind, on my
way to find my destiny..." Fresh, easy
and singable, this piece will speak to the
youthful optimism of your students. A
stunning performance piece for young
voices! Highly recommended!
10574205 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . .
1.90
10592959 Multi-Song Accomp. CD 44.99
m Composers All Around–Andy Beck &
Mark Burrows. What a fantastic way to
teach the names of famous composers!
This ingenious little piece uses tunes
from three traditional rounds to teach the
names of master composers throughout
music history. It's so much fun to sing
the names in rhythm, learning has never
been such a delightful experience! Highly
recommended!
10590229 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10590230 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.99
m I've Been Working on the Wabash
Cannonball–arr. Cristi Cary Miller.
These two famous train songs are
arranged for young singers in a creative
way that includes sound effects, layered
rhythm speech and much more! A great
choreography showcase, it is a wonderful
concert finale!
10542731 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 1.90
10542732 Teaching P/A CD . . . . 26.99
m Baa, Baa, Swingin' Sheep–Amy F.
Bernon. Amy Bernon has cleverly utilized
the traditional French melody and lyrics
along with her own original material to
create a swingin' jazz style partner song for
young and developing treble choirs. Laid-
back music and a delightful text intertwine
with a supportive and rhythmic piano
accompaniment in this fun, new twist on a
classic folk song. A learning resource page
is included.
10601720 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10648372 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . 27.95
"
You all rock!"
— Jeremiah Jacks, Music Teacher
Somerset, CA
