SKU: HL.1423345
UPC: 196288200017.
Shavo n Lloyd's “Alleluia” is an exciting addition to the familiar one-word song repertoire. The repetition and joyful motives make the double choir element far less challenging than meets the eye. It is a thrill for choir and audiences alike.
SKU: HL.1422541
UPC: 196288199762.
In “A Green Voice,” spring is reborn after a period of cold desolation; wishes for nourishing light are granted as blooming trees foretell their abundance, and a lost memory is recovered with sweet music. From wintry breeze and silence to shining sun and colorful harmony, the piano creates a dynamic background as the choir sings a song of hope and regeneration. This work was commissioned for the Metropolitan Chorale of Iowa's Cedar Valley, an ensemble of amateur and professional singers of diverse ages and experiences.
SKU: HL.1311460
UPC: 196288177340. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
Langston Hughes' poem is set for choir and piano exceptionally well by composer Anthony Bernarducci. The composer says, ??When beginning to set this short yet powerful poem, it became clear to me that each stanza had its own character contributing to the overall message.? For this reason, he set the music in a similar fashion. Each stanza has its own musical independence, but also deliberate 'connective tissue' to join the sections together. The text speaks a message of the strength of inner power. While the choir introduces the text, the cello plays a melody similar to the opening vocal solo meant to portray that our strength is always within us even in the moments of darkness. Masterfully written, this piece will be an impactful addition to your concert programming.
SKU: HL.126578
UPC: 884088988296. 6.75x10.5x0.011 inches.
2014 marks the 200th anniversary of the writing of Francis Scott Key's piece that became our National Anthem. Tim Sharp, Executive Director of ACDA saw an opportunity for choirs all across America to stand together in harmony and celebration. His arrangement is based on the improvisation performed by Rachmaninoff, an American citizen, and can be sung a cappella or accompanied (see NMK1001/HL00125145) from National Music Publishers.
SKU: HL.1197767
UPC: 196288135005. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
The familiar hymn's melody is embraced by a rich choral tapestry and stunning piano accompaniment in this setting by Reginal Wright. The piece was commissioned by the Bridgeland High School Choirs in honor of their first senior class, by directors Christopher Fiorini and Dolores Noel. Truly stunning!
SKU: HL.254392
UPC: 888680721008. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Commissione d by CODA (Choral Organizations & Developing Artists), composer Richard Burchard selected a poem by Christina Rossetti that celebrates spring in a more pensive way. Speaking poetically of how spring passes ultimately into death, Burchard's music is thoughtful and soothing. Accompanied by piano and French Horn, the piece is primarily SAB, with only slight TB divisions at the very end.
SKU: HL.1265815
UPC: 196288159162. 6.75x10.5x0.045 inches.
“The Hymn!” is a contemporary a cappella arrangement of some of the most influential and inclusive American patriotic hymns: My Country Tis of Thee, Battle Hymn of the Republic, and Lift Every Voice and Sing. This arrangement is an epic montage from the inspirational pen of none other than prolific choral arranger and composer Stacey V. Gibbs. You can hear and feel the true humanity in the 12/8 rhythmics pulse, supported by a single snare drum–the drum representing the drum major for justice and peace throughout the entire work. Excellent choral writing with a meaningful message for our times. Suitable for high school level singers to professional choirs.
SKU: HL.1197755
UPC: 196288134855. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
Richard Burchard's carefully-crafted setting of “No Longer Mourn” gives vivid, melodic life to William Shakespeare's text, which is beautifully supported by profound harmonic fullness. A richly satisfying piece for chamber, college, and community choirs alike.
SKU: HL.229996
UPC: 888680675233. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Premiered at the ACDA National Convention in 2017, this is a glorious arrangement. Stacey has delivered a new setting of a favorite American hymn teeming with those rich and luscious harmonies that make you swoon. The vocal ranges stretch high and low and the sounds are rewarding. Advanced high school choirs, like the group that commissioned it, as well as college and community choirs will love this piece. Medium in difficulty.
SKU: HL.364400
UPC: 840126958928. 9.0x12.0x0.082 inches.
Four art songs from the pen of Rosephanye Powell bring honor and tribute to African American music and educators. The title, Then, Here and Now, refers to the spiritual's use during slavery (then) and its relevance today (here and now). Titles include: Opressed (Go Down, Moses), Healing (Balm in Gilead), Dying (I Wanna Die Easy), and Protest (Joshua Fought the Battle of Jericho). Includes extensive notes from the composer.
SKU: HL.540128
UPC: 196288075776. 6.75x10.5x0.045 inches.
A dramatic and encouraging text provides the inspiration for the music in this new choral piece. Well-crafted choral lines with occasional counterpoint drive home the uplifting message. The accompaniment brings an additional dimension to the piece. This is a great piece for high school and college concerts.
SKU: HL.1197757
UPC: 196288134879. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
“Soon ah will be done wid de troubles of the de world” ... this extraordinary a cappella spiritual arrangement is rhythmic, vibrant, and expressive, with excellent vocal writing and energy. A perfect selection for high school, college, and community choirs.
SKU: HL.338841
UPC: 840126914023. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Arr. Rosephanye Powell/William C. Powell.
The SSAA voicing was commissioned for the ACDA National Convention in New York, 2003, and Rosephanye Powell brought her classic style to this beloved spiritual. Husband William has revoiced it for mixed voices. Rhythmic, vibrant and fun are words that describe this energetic setting.
SKU: HL.256296
UPC: 888680723545. 9.0x12.0x0.084 inches.
The Worship Bridges series offers well-loved praise songs arranged in classical forms. THE POWER OF THE CROSS is one of the most majestic tunes to emerge from the Getty and Townend team. French Horn player Richard A. Nichols has created a setting for Brass Quartet or Quintet (Horn optional) that is truly regal. Excellent for prelude, postlude or offertory in worship or concert.
SKU: HL.292925
UPC: 888680932879. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Abraham Lincoln/Daniel McDavitt.
Daniel McDavitt has composed an exquisite trilogy using texts from three American greats: Ralph Waldo Emerson, Abraham Lincoln, and William Wordsworth. Although they can be performed individually, they are most powerful as a set, each with flute obbligato. The first “memory” from Emerson is about music, and is joyful and buoyant. The second “memory” is from Lincoln, and is more reflective about childhood. The final “memory” by Wordsworth combines the thoughts of the previous two in a mature understanding. A delightful trilogy for high school choirs.
SKU: HL.1197748
UPC: 196288134787. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
Masterful arranging brings grace and power to this treasured hymn from the Amanda Quist Choral Series. Smooth a cappella vocal lines and expressive, soulful textures will create a truly special and memorable moment in your concert! Ideal for high school, college, church, and vocal jazz choirs.
SKU: HL.275035
UPC: 888680742294. 6.75x10.5x0.017 inches.
You have to hear it to believe it. The National AGO commissioned this beloved spiritual to be arranged with organ accompaniment. Who else but Rosephanye Powell understands both mediums well enough to make them merge into such a pleasing and powerful expression? Church choirs will find it most appealing, but schools with access to organ will also enjoy it. Easy to medium in difficulty.
SKU: HL.200988
UPC: 888680652562. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Trevor Gomes has beautifully enhanced the words of Elizabeth Barrett Browning. The melody is beckoning, the harmonies lush and compelling, and the words, of course, are classic. Although the piece works nicely with just piano, the string quartet adds a richness that should not be avoided if possible.Trevor Alan Gomes is a name to be looking for, and one we expect will be seen more often. Medium-difficult.
SKU: HL.403396
UPC: 196288058618. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
From conductor Jeffery Benson comes a new Choral Series, Voices Without Borders. These are choral songs for humanity, that devle a little deeper into meaningful subjects. This unique and encouraging number approaches those who are in need of a lift. It is great and novel concert repertoire for the college choir.
SKU: HL.292881
UPC: 888680932756. 6.75x10.5 inches. Traditional/Brad Croushorn.
This is a winner! The Latin words of praise enable this motet to be sung in concert and worship. The counterpoint is playful and canonic, making it easy to learn and a pleasure to sing. Small choirs and young voices will enjoy the classical-style lines and the joyful spirit of the piece.
SKU: HL.338908
UPC: 840126914306. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
This is a gift to SAB choirs from William Powell, to create a re-voicing of his wife Rosephanye's great choral. An energetic piece, full of quick-paced rhythms and repetitive phrases, it is popular in both school and church situations. Easy to medium difficulty level.
SKU: HL.338918
UPC: 840126914368. 9.0x12.0x0.139 inches.
Using a variety of percussion instruments and piano most effectively, Rosephanye has created a Christmas anthem that is grand and joyous. Beginning as softly as the title states, it eventually changes direction and builds to a glorious and strong finale. Her gift for melody, rhythmic motifs, and colorful harmonies come through as she unfold the Christmas story in song. Medium in difficulty.
SKU: HL.403397
UPC: 196288058625. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
From conductor Jeffery Benson comes a new Choral Series, Voices Without Borders. These are choral songs for humanity, that devle a little deeper into meaningful subjects. This unique number encourages each person to embrace and tell their story. It is great and novel concert repertoire for the college choir.
SKU: HL.662814
UPC: 196288080121. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
Mark Hayes has placed his magic touch on this Gershwin classic. Finally we have an arrangement for choir that cleverly works for mixed voices. The rhythm and clarinet obbligato add the finishing touches.
SKU: HL.289521
UPC: 888680916169. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches. Henry Richard McFayden/Richard Burchard.
Here is a piece containing all the richness and harmonic interest in every Burchard tune but confined to just 4 voice parts. Even more remarkable is that the 4 parts are SSAB, so even a middle school choir could possibly use this piece. The text is popular, one often set to music. But Richard Burchard is one of the most commissioned composers of our time and so expect the best. Excellent for concert or festival use.
SKU: HL.141163
UPC: 888680043339.
The Cry of Jeremiah, a four movement work for choir and organ commissioned by the American Guild of Organists, was a smashing success at its premiere in 2012. “Hallelujah” is the final movement from the work which works equally well with piano. Rosephanye's skill at merging the modern day African-American spiritual with traditional choral music is uncanny and very rewarding to sing.
SKU: HL.403394
UPC: 196288058595. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Here is a beautiful love song, passionate and stirring. The composer listed the expression as bittersweet, which is the essence of the poem, the events all happening on a golden day. This is an appropriate piece for a school or community choir concert.
SKU: HL.338922
UPC: 840126914412. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches. Psalm 85:10.
Ooohs and ahhhs will emerge from the audience when this lovely gem is heard. The message of peace and justice are stated as a gentle prayer based on Psalm 85:10. Melodic and painted with subtle harmonic hues, this is simply a gorgeous anthem or concert closer that will melt your heart. Easy to medium in difficulty.
SKU: HL.159834
UPC: 888680620097.
Peppe r Choplin has done it again.He has taken one of the classic Christmas Concert Closers, “We Wish You A Merry Christmas,” added two new engaging counter-melodies, and wrapped them in an easy swing that invites the audience to sing along.Reminiscent in format to the Christmas classic “Peace, Peace,” this clever carol setting is sure to follow suit.A rhythm part is available separately as is a performance/rehearsal track.Cue sized-notes enable this voicing to work for middle school choirs on up.Easy. Merry Christmas, Everyone!
