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2017 Midyear Choral

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Order Toll-Free! Call 1-800-345-6296 / FAX 1-800-260-1482 / Internet jwpepper.com / E-mail [email protected] 29 C CLASSROOM RESOURCES Go to cart Choral Performance Music 29 O From Sea to Shining Sea (A Fantasy Based on America, the Beautiful)— Samuel Ward/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. A patriotic fantasy in an accessible version for choir and band, this soaring rendition of America, the Beautiful is a crowning jewel for choral or combined concerts. Sturdy and proud, it features many unison and two-part vocal passages with band-friendly keys to ensure good balance between the voices and instruments. Don't have a band? Perform with the stunning P/A CD or the well-crafted piano reduction. 10751943 Two-Part. . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 c Kye Kye Kule—Mark Burrows. This easy- to-learn, call-and-response-based West African folk song setting is a very effective program opener. Comfortable ranges with age-appropriate voice leading makes this a great choice for developing ensembles. They'll love the mixed Ghanaian and English texts and supportive piano part with optional djembe and conga rhythm patterns throughout! 10736764 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 F Ezekiel Saw the Wheel—arr. Mary Lynn Lightfoot. Complete with handclaps and snaps, young and developing choirs are certain to enjoy this playful and engaging arrangement of the traditional spiritual. "Way in the middle, in the middle of the air, Ezekiel saw the wheel!" Featuring echoing voice parts, accessible ranges and a lively setting, this concert arrangement is a perfect selection for your next performance! 10708751 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10795507 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 27.95 b Come in from the Firefly Darkness— Amy F. Bernon. This exquisite work has a haunting yet whimsical quality as it tells its story from the viewpoint of a wanderer who has returned home to share life's experiences, only to leave again in the final, bittersweet measures. "Open up your door, my friend, and let me come in from the firefly darkness..." A beautifully poetic text, set to shimmering music, this sings so naturally that it will really let your voices soar! (The P/A CD is compatible with the SATB, three-part mixed, unison/2-part and TBB editions; the SSA is in a different key.) 10810590 Unison/Two-Part . . . . 1.95 10028547 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 26.95 c Banana! (Todos Quieren la Banana - All the Nations Like Bananas)—arr. Nick Page. This is wonderful multicultural selection based on a Nicaraguan folk song that reminds us that all the nations like bananas! With alternating sections of Spanish and English text, this charming arrangement features multiple ad lib solo opportunities in a way that encourages personalization and diversity, all while promoting unity and fun! Suggested percussion rhythms are given for shakers and claves or woodblock. "You and me like it, everybody like it!" 10751899 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10751900 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 10778379 DVD-When We Sing! 39.99 s Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing—Stevie Wonder/arr. Roger Emerson. This Discovery Jazz series edition of Stevie Wonder's 1973 song packs all the joyful Latin energy you would want into an accessible arrangement that is super cool and fun to sing. Great for building skills and style, the voice-leading is well crafted for your beginning and developing jazz/pop groups. 10567900 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 10567901 Teaching P/A CD . . . 26.99 F Good News! (Chariot's A-Comin')—arr. Roger Emerson. This adventurous spiritual arrangement is a great confidence builder for developing choirs. With a stylistic nod to Dilworth, this gospel-tinged arrangement is powerful and dramatic, with interesting harmonies and a driving accompaniment. It makes an excellent concert and festival finale for mixed or treble choirs! 10760158 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 s How Does a Moment Last Forever (Our Song Lives On, from "Beauty and the Beast")—Alan Menken & Tim Rice/arr. Mac Huff. A stunning new song written for the 2017 live-action adaptation of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" and performed by Celine Dion for the soundtrack. A tender narrative of the touching story of Belle's parents, which she discovers when the Beast magically transports her back in time to her childhood home in Paris. "Minutes turn to hours, days to years, then gone. But when all else has been forgotten, still our song lives on." 10760197 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 10760198 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 10760200E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 b Sing Out a Joyful Song!—Mary Lynn Lightfoot. A quintessential concert or festival opener available in voicing options for every choir. The joyful energy, mixed meters, minor mode, and dramatic dynamic contrasts make this exhilarating original an absolute joy to sing. An expressive middle section provides contrast while the energetic recapitulation propels the piece to its exciting conclusion. Includes a learning resource page to facilitate connection to the standards. Highly recommended! 10756990 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10756988 SSA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 b Et in Terra Pax—Victor C. Johnson. This heartfelt and poignant setting of the traditional Latin text "And on earth, peace" features soaring melodies and rich harmonies. The middle section further develops the text with borrowed tonality for added color and harmonic interest before a resolution to the opening melody once again. Equally appropriate for school concerts or a worship setting; any time of the year is a fitting time to present this message. A helpful pronunciation guide and translation is included for the Latin text. 10757118 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 s One Call Away—arr. Mac Huff. This 2016 pop hit from singer-songwriter Charlie Puth has a sweet gospel-soul tinge to it and translates beautifully to a choral setting that your choir will love! 10669093 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10669094 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 10669095E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . 20.00 b Echo—Sally K. Albrecht. "Do you hear an echo out here? Do you hear an echo so clear?" Creative choral writing from Sally Albrecht that features pentatonic melodies sung in unison and canon, with ostinato accompaniment for Orff instruments and percussion. Simple body percussion further engages students and ensures a kines- thetic rhythm experience. A quality musical experience in a delightful concert work! Highly recommended! 10751932 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 1.90 10751933 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 27.99 c Welcome!—Audrey Snyder. Best used as a concert opener, this buoyant piece may be sung from the risers or as a processional. Based on a Welsh folk song, it may be per- formed all year, or with the alternate lyrics for holiday programs. Easily learned, it is a dynamic showcase for choirs of all levels. 10717626 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 10760568 Teaching P/A CD . . . 22.99 b Antiphonal Gloria—Cristi Cary Miller. Joyful Latin phrases echo back and forth in this spirited original work for young singers. Well-written melodies combine in joyful harmony building to a buoyant final descant, creating a brief section of three- part harmony. This excellent selection for festivals or concerts also includes a translation and pronunciation guide for the traditional Latin text for ease of learning. Highly recommended! 10682997 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.10 10759579 Teaching P/A CD . . . 22.99 m Just Be Happy—Pinkzebra. A fun, up- beat, and positive song about happiness, laughter, and feeling good. Easy to learn, catchy, and wonderfully motivating, this song has great rhythmic energy and is a joy to perform. 10748186 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 s You're Welcome (from "Moana")—Lin- Manuel Miranda/arr. Mark Brymer. "What can I say except 'You're welcome,' for the tides, the sun, the sky. Hey, it's ok! You're welcome. I'm just an ordinary demi-guy..." You won't be able to resist this comic number sung by the character Maui in the Disney film "Moana." A totally irresistible hook, some clever rapping, and just the right amount of bravado will bring down the house when your choir performs this energetic and entertaining arrangement! 10709572 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.25 10709573 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 10709574E Instrumental Parts ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . 25.00 s Imagine—John Lennon/arr. Mac Huff. "Imagine all the people living in harmony." The timeless lyrics of this John Lennon classic will have an emotional impact on both your choir and audience. Mac has created an expressive and impressive setting for this lovely ballad. Now available for two-part choirs! 10752945 Two-Part . . . . . . . . . . 2.15 1786367 P/A CD. . . . . . . . . . . 26.99 Don't miss these Top- Sellers for elementary choir! Listed here, in order of popularity, these are the pieces in greatest demand. Program them with confidence! H JW PEPPER Best Sellers! W e wan t you to be completely happy... Sa ti sf action G u ar a n tee d!

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