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H For the Beauty of the EarthJohn Rutter.
John Rutter's engaging melody over a flowing
accompaniment is equally beautiful in either the
SATB or SA treatment. If you haven't already,
consider the instrumental accompaniment for a
fresh perspective on this sacred gem. Scored for
strings, winds, harp (playable on keyboard), and
drums, it includes instrumental lines that are as
lovely as the vocal lines. A perennial favorite, this
is a tasteful blend of text and musical expression.
Vintage John Rutter.
1418599 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.60
1363399 SA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
10432346 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.05
4534657 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 56.95
10664870 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24.95
Gather by the River to Prayarr. Pepper
Choplin. Two traditional American folk hymns,
Down to the River to Pray and Shall We Gather at
the River, are creatively blended together in this
outstanding anthem. Accessible choral writing
delivers warm texture throughout as each song is
first presented separately and then in tandem. Just
as a river, the text flows gently above a simple yet
supportive keyboard accompaniment.
10089827 SATB/SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10520116 Two-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10520180 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
H Gaudeamus HodieNatalie Sleeth. This 30-
year commemorative edition of a classic Sleeth
melody will be welcome with teachers and church
choir directors alike. Talk about infectious! Layered
melodies and simple calypso rhythms are enhanced
with Latin percussion instruments and a dancing
piano-four-hands accompaniment. Natalie's unique
gift was to capture the essence of musical style with
simple, clean lines-you'll find the P/A CD a plus, but
even more fun is that the piano part can be played
by two student pianists.
3296079 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.50
247957 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
3296080 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95
n Gaudeamus HodieEarlene Rentz. The strong,
driving rhythms and exciting dynamic contrasts of
this Latin setting will keep your audience and choir
engaged right up to the final vigorous "Hallelujah!"
This is very catchy, fun to sing and easy to sound
good on! Highly recommended!
10047632 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10303379 Unison/Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10303381 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10510042 TBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
n Gloria FanfareLaura Farnell. A brilliant,
trumpet-like choral fanfare opens this regal work
and reappears throughout in response to the softer,
contrasting passages. Lots of block chords and a
bright tempo help to make this a terrific opener!
Now available in a three-part mixed voicing that
includes an optional baritone part.
10734576 Three-Part Mixed
with opt. Baritone. . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10006229 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
4 Gloria Patri (from "Magnificat" D. 486)
Franz Schubert/arr. Patrick M. Liebergen.
Beginning with joyous acclamations, this
exuberant piece features a polyphonic middle
section followed by a lyrical presentation of the
"amens" and the return of the homophonic style
in the closing declamatory statements. This
arrangement provides high school choirs with a
solid introduction to a classical style of singing.
Highly recommended!
10737603 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
4 Glory to GodG.F. Handel/arr. Michael Ryan.
At long last, this perennial favorite from Handel's
"Messiah" is now available for three-part
mixed ensembles in a simplified yet authentic
arrangement that will enhance the sound of any
size choir. Lowered from the key of D to the key of
B-flat, and with an updated text, this arrangement
presents a great opportunity to introduce choirs
to "Messiah" and to teach Baroque style in an
accessible format.
10684743 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
Ht God Be in My HeadJohn Rutter. A gorgeous
setting of the well-known English prayer text. A
wonderful way to conclude a service or performance.
1420025 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
1693951 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.40
n Gratias Agimus TibiLon Beery. This dynamic
work, propelled by its rhythmic force and its
contrasting lyric section, is perfect for the young
developing ensemble. The syncopated rhythms
are sung in ensemble, so that they can be learned
together, and an optional baritone part is included
in the three-part mixed version. The ending will
make your audience sit up and take notice. This is
a perfect opener for your next concert.
3186590 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
10585431 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.95
lt Haec Est DiesJacob Handl/ed. Philip Brown.
A nice edition of a lesser-known work of the 16th
century. Haec Est Dies is written for two SATB
cboirs, but the vocal writing is accessible enough
for younger high school choirs who are ready for
the challenge.
10746422 SATB SATB Double Choir . . . . . 2.75
n Hallelujah ChorusG. F. Handel/arr. Hal Hopson.
This new practical edition' of Handel's chorus from
Messiah is unique in a number of ways. Arranger,
Hal Hopson, has lowered the key one whole step to
C, simplified the organ part, and provided optional
parts for congregation, handbells, brass and
timpani. More versatile and accessible than ever,
this is the perfect edition to include everyone in your
celebrations at Easter and/or Christmas. New for this
year we offer this accessible classic for SAB voices.
8037830 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
10669595 SAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
8037848 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 29.95
H Hark, I Hear the Harps Eternalarr. Mark
Hayes. Mark Hayes delivers a masterpiece with
his arrangement of this nineteenth-century
American shape-note standard! The brilliant four-
hand (optional two-hand) piano accompaniment
and inventive choral treatment accentuate the
celebratory text. Accessible and energetic, this
highly effective selection is sure to become a
favorite of singers and audience!
10307596 SATB with opt. 4-Hand Piano . . 2.25
10307597 SAB with opt. 4-Hand Piano . . . 2.25
10307598 SSA with opt. 4-Hand Piano . . . 2.25
10307599 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.95
H He Never Failed Me YetRobert Ray. With its
driving beat and enormous appeal, this powerful
gospel work has become the definitive selection
in this style for an entire generation. Use one or
two soloists and be prepared for spontaneous,
hand-clapping joy as your group reaches the finale.
Impressive! (The SSA edition is one step higher, in
the key of C.)
1424092 SATB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
8070839 SSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
10002656 TTBB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
1901263 P/A CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26.99
1939735 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 30.00
10002660 Orchestration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
l
Highlands Invocation (The Guardian
Angel)Peter Robb. "Be thou a bright flame
before me, be thou a guiding star above me, be
thou a smooth path below me." A poem from the
Gaelic folklore collection Carmina Gadelica provides
the lyrics for this gentle invocation set for treble
choirs. This sensitive setting features beautiful
phrases and lyric voice-leading that make this an
excellent choice for teaching tone, balance and
pure vowels to developing vocalists. Independent
lines blend in gorgeous harmonic convergence in
this expressive and meaningful work.
10715679 SSAA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
n How Can I Keep from Singing (My Life Flows
on in Endless Song)Taylor Davis. This uplifting
and encouraging text is set simply and effectively
with an accompaniment that is both sensitive and
gently rhythmic. The optional oboe and violin parts
add a lyrical touch. A wonderful choice for any
worship service throughout the church year.
10082837 SATB with Oboe & Violin . . . . . 2.50
10082838 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . 10.00
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Ubi Caritas—Victor C. Johnson.
10512921 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
10512923 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
Festival Sanctus—John Leavitt.
10047611 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.85
10047615 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.99
10047616 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . .40.00
How Can I Keep from Singing?
(A Gospel Setting)—Greg Gilpin.
3298161 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
Cantate Canon—Donald Moore.
10510063 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .1.95
Antiphonal Cantate—Greg Gilpin.
10601718 Three-Part Mixed or SAB. . . . .2.10
10648371 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
Prayer of the Children—
Kurt Bestor/arr. Mark Hayes.
10515355 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.00
10515358 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29.99
In Terra Pax—Mary Lynn Lightfoot.
10601714 SAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10648368 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27.95
Three A Cappella Latin Settings—Jerry Estes.
10512811 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .2.25
Inscription of Hope—Z. Randall Stroope.
3073038 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10006345 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
10011541 Instrumental Parts . . . . . . . . . .29.95
10011541E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . . .29.95
Cantate Hodie! (Sing Today)—
Mary Lynn Lightfoot.
8067124 Three-Part Mixed . . . . . . . . . . .2.10
10089756 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26.95
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CHOIR KARATE
A Sequential Assessment
Program for
Middle School Singers
Lisa Owens. As choir directors,
we are constantly challenged to
find ways to balance fun with
music performance and theory.
Assessment is an essential part
of what we do. This program was
created for students who used to
get nervous when it was time to do
testing, particularly sight-reading
tests. Based on principles from
learning karate, this program makes
a game out of testing utilizing short
tests with immediate rewards that
lead students to take ownership of
their own progress toward becoming
independent musicians. The
concepts for middle school singers
are divided into seven sections with
progressively more challenging
material at different "belt" levels.
The program contains a study guide
for each level as well as a student
tracking form for each year in choir,
written theory tests, and oral sight-
reading and rhythm-reading tests.
There are printable certificates and
reward passes for completing the
various levels. A great tool for district
alignment and common assessments
before students move on to their high
school choral programs!
10645685 Paperback Book . . . . 45.00
A definitive guide!
HABITS OF A
SUCCESSFUL
CHOIR DIRECTOR
Eric Wilkinson & Scott Rush.
Habits of a Successful Choir Director
presents effective teaching principles
and provides a practical approach to
everyday issues that choir directors
face. Building on the successful
Habits of series, Wilkinson and
Rush have created a practical
guide to all aspects of a successful
choral program, including: program
organization and management,
teaching the components of singing,
rehearsal strategies and ensemble
fundamentals, music literacy and
repertoire selection, strategies for
assessment, and the significance of
music making. Additional sections
address musicianship, classroom
management, working with parents
and colleagues, the importance
of warm-up time, building
student leadership, professional
development, field trips, fundraising,
scheduling, developing a mission
statement and quality-of-life issues.
This is a comprehensive book that
will exponentially inspire as teaching
skills grow. It will serve as a constant
and essential companion throughout
the career of any choir director.
10755697 Paperback Book . . . . 29.95
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