Abridged-One of Haydn's greatest choral masterpieces The Creation (Die Schopfung) was composed to a libretto during 1795 and based jointly upon the Book of Genesis the Book of Psalms and on John Milton's 'Paradise Lost.' Arranged for two sopranos and one alto.

Book 5 of the Sing Out! series features wonderful new choral arrangements of five top pop tunes, all arranged by renowned Vocal Coach and Choral Director extraordinaire Mark De-Lisser. Each song has been beautifully arranged for SAT chorus, the unison harmonies totally reinvigorating these favourite pop songs.From the classic rock anthem of the 1980s in Toto's Africa, to the modern pop heartbreaker All Of Me by John Legend, these are great songs with even greater arrangements. The unabashed positivity of Nico and Vinz's Am I Wrong makes a fantastic counterpart to the optimism in the face of pain represented by the arrangement of the traditional gospel song Take My Hand, Precious Lord, a tune used to wonderfully affecting effect in the recent film 'Selma'. Finally, this fresh pop choral setlist is rounded off nicely with Ed Sheeran's Thinking Out Loud, a beautiful love song in which the power and emotion of the words will enhance the performance. Arranged for SAT (Soprano/Alto/Tenor) Choir, these songs are designed to be sung to backing tracks, but Piano accompaniments and Guitar chord boxes are included for rehearsal purposes, or if you wish to perform with a live band. Aside from De-Lisser's incredible arrangements, this pack includes an innovative and user-friendly download card with performance backing tracks, full demonstrations and individual rehearsal tracks of each Vocal part recorded by members of ACM Gospel Choir. Helpful hints for performing each piece are also included in this book, giving you everything you need to learn these well-loved songs.Mark De-Lisser is a celebrated Vocal Coach and Choral Director, who has been featured on BBC1's 'Last Choir Standing'. His extensive introduction and notes within this songbook bring a personal touch, as De-Lisser really is passionate about getting people singing, improvising and, most of all, enjoying themselves. The new Choral arrangements of these fantastic pop tracks are ideal for spicing up a performance with these tunes, reinvigorated with lush harmonies and rich voices, all the while retaining the magic and meaning of the original songs. At your next performance, make sure you Sing Out!, leaving your audience truly astonished. / Choeur SAT

Opt. Flute and Bells-Baby's Born In Bethlehem is a superb lively number for middle school and junior high 3-part choirs written by experienced choral composer Mary Val Marsh. A light calypso with carefully considered and effective singable melodies. Add bells flute or the optional SoundTrax for a real Caribbean feel!

(from Walt Disney's Camp Rock 2) Discovery Level 2-School's out and the Camp Rockers are headed back to their summer oasis this time with a little competition with a rival group across the lake. Experience the fun the excitement and the music with this powerhouse mega-jam thatis perfect for staging! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:35. Discovery Level 2.

Five great songs are given the gospel treatment and the result is a guaranteed showstopper - fun funky slick and stylish.The arrangements are by vocal coach and choral director Mark De-Lisser and were performed by his choir ACM Gospel Choir on BBC's Last Choir Standing - they are all uplifting modern and a joy to sing.Arranged for SAT choir with downloadable backing tracks using the accompanying card they can also be performed with a Piano or band using the Piano accompaniments and chord symbols. This book has everything included to make it as easy and straightforward as possible to learn with helpful hints for each song and downloads of fulldemonstrations performance backing tracks and individual rehearsal tracks for each vocal part.'Mark has unique experience of bringing this uplifting genre of choral music to young singers who have never experienced it so the arrangements are skillfully designed to enable involve and captivate. There is a brilliance and energy in this collection that makes it a unique contribution to the repertoire. For directors of all choirs - start-up to veteran - this is a MUST.' - Suzi Digby Voices Foundation. If this all sounds intriguing be sure to check out Mark De-Lisser himself in our video below explaining what makes singing from the Sing Out! Series so great:

Discovery Level 1-Written and recorded by Disney artists Demi Lovato the Jonas Brothers Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez this song is dedicated to Disney's Friends for Change to benefit the environment. It offers an empowering message to youngpeople work together to create a better world because ?One spark starts the fire.? Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.

This high energy medley is full of fun fun fun! Featuring some of the best tunes of the '60s this 7-minute arrangement is especially great for your younger groups. Includes: Don't Worry Baby Kokomo Little Deuce Coupe The Little Old Lady (from Pasadena) Surf City Surfin' U.S.A. Available for SATB 3-Part Mixed 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time Approx. 7:00.

Kirby has captured the 1940s swing style in this novelty hit of that decade. It's up-beat positive and the easy group “riff” section adds energy and teaching opportunities. With the multiple voicings available allage levels will enjoy learning and performing this standard song. Great for show choirs and festival choirs as well. Parts for guitar bass and drums included in the choral. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part StudioTrax CD.

Bob Chilcott's Dancing in Memory's Stream for SSA and Piano.This joyous and upbeat piece sets a text by Delphine Chalmers full of vivid imagery of childhood memories and with a compelling refrain: 'Though the years may make us strangers our voices set the ripples dancing in memory's stream'. Alternation between passages of 4/4 and 7/8 gives a spirited offbeat feel and the pleasingly simple melodic lines and long unison passages make the piece especially suitable for school or children's choirs.Bob Chilcott has been involved with choral music all his life first as a Chorister and then a Choral Scholar at King's College Cambridge. Later he sang andcomposed music for 12 years with the King's Singers. His experiences with that group his passionate commitment to young and amateur choirs and his profound belief that music can unite people have inspired him both to compose full-time and through proactive workshopping to promote choral music worldwide.

Enjoy a little ragtime razzmatazz with this creative pairing of Scott Joplin's The Entertainer and Irving Berlin's Alexander's Ragtime Band. A great concert showcase for choirs of all ages! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:05.

Nothing is like the sound of the group Earth Wind and Fire and Kirby has captured the magic of this group and their music with this arrangement. The men have a fun part to sing that is doubled by the bass and synthesizer work.The awesome women's part dances above them and the fun rhythmic melody will cause your audience to remember and love the late '70s and early '80s music style. It's a trip your students will love!

Medley-This spectacular setting for choir band and optional strings of some of Irving Berlin's classic songs offers a variety of entertaining performance options and highlights his most beloved holiday songs. The 7-minute medleyincludes: Happy Holiday I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep Snow White Christmas. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part Concert Band (Grade 3) String Pak ShowTrax CD. Duration:ca. 6:40.

The famous Nun's Chorus from Johann Strauss' operetta Casanova has been arranged here for Solo Voice and 3-Part Female Chorus (SSA) with Piano Accompaniment by Francis Westbrook. The English words have been provided by Harry Graham.