SKU: AP.49831
UPC: 038081571454. English. Words by Robert Frost.
A lesser known yet deeply poignant Robert Frost poem. Greg's emotional choral setting is full of expressive rubato that invites time to thoughtfully process the meaningful words. Changing time signatures make space for effortless phrasing and sensitive syllabic stress. A consistently warm harmonic palette and several fully realized suspensions leave us with a feeling of resolution. An exquisite selection for SATB or TTBB choirs and their responsive accompanists.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: AP.38081
UPC: 038081425535. English. Francis Scott Key.
An exhilarating tour-de-force setting of our National Anthem. The sizable full orchestration, impressive piano accompaniment, and resounding choral parts emanate unwavering patriotism. Mark's arrangement works equally well in the concert hall, sanctuary, gym, or stadium.
SKU: AP.43293
UPC: 038081488356. English. Michael Grayton.
Introduce madrigal singing with this wonderful edition of the Thomas Morley classic. This new men's choir arrangement sounds full and effectively captures the character and spirit of early music. Suitable for large groups or small ensembles, this excellent teaching piece will be a staple of your choral library.
SKU: AP.45389
UPC: 038081511290. English. Traditional Carols.
This majestic mash-up of Masters in This Hall and We Three Kings of Orient Are includes a joyful new text and optional parts for flute and hand drum. A lively 6/8 tempo and a buoyant minor tonality create a festive feel.
SKU: AP.48451
UPC: 038081552743. English.
Generations of solo singers have cherished this classic art song, and now Alfred Music proudly presents the magnificent work designed for sophisticated choirs in an array of voicings. Schubert's original piano part provides the rich chromatic language from which the voice parts are extracted. Study the original German text using the provided IPA pronunciation guide, or choose the singable English translation.
SKU: AP.47608
UPC: 038081543017. English.
The spirit of the season comes alive in this unbelievably fantastic holiday hit from The Polar Express. Originally recorded by Josh Groban, the magical ballad has grown in popularity to become recognizable worldwide. Fully arranged by Mark Hayes for choirs of all sizes and ages, a much-anticipated TTBB voicing is now available!
SKU: AP.46997
UPC: 038081536460. English.
This Sondheim standard is all about being positive, not taking no for an answer. And this awesome Mark Hayes arrangement is truly outstanding! Alternating between rapid and rhythmic unison patter and full choral harmony, the driving rhythms of the accompaniment generate a sense of urgency throughout. Exciting!
About Alfred Pop Choral Series
The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.
SKU: AP.49704
UPC: 038081567914. English.
This powerful choral anthem was written by Broadway songwriters Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty in honor of the 40th anniversary of The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC. Lynn's text uses harmony as a metaphor to represent acceptance, and Stephen's inspirational music is a canvas of hope and strength. Robust piano, bass, and drum parts provide a sturdy pop accompaniment for three full voicings designed to accommodate any four-part group.
SKU: AP.48481
UPC: 038081553047. English.
No one but Mark Hayes could take this Gershwin masterpiece and make it into an absolutely rip-roaring, no-holds-barred choral work. You want rhythm? You'll get it, in more ways than you can count in this outstanding arrangement of one of America's great songs. A classic, by any standard.
SKU: AP.43405
UPC: 038081489452. English.
Well-crafted choral writing with an unending rhythmic drive propels this spectacular arrangement from beginning to end.
SKU: AP.50300
UPC: 038081574707. English. Mark Hayes.
Louis Prima's legendary big band-era showstopper is as exciting as ever in Mark Hayes' sizzling choral setting. Swinging rhythms, scintillating harmonies, independent vocal lines, and a sassy horns-and-rhythm instrumentation bring the heat. A few fresh lyrics add to the bright music theme, creating the ultimate opener or closer for school or community choirs. Now you're singin' with a swing!
SKU: AP.47625
UPC: 038081543185. English.
Here's the heart-swelling central anthem from Ragtime, beautifully arranged for a cappella voices! A lush ah and oo introduction yields to the stirring strains of Stephen Flaherty's stunning Broadway ballad, which gradually builds to a wall of sound as Lynn Ahrens' lyrics unfold. This arrangement delivers the spirit and truth of an important message---especially relevant today.
SKU: AP.48368
UPC: 038081551913. English.
Originally written for Kiss Me Kate, this Cole Porter tune has become a treasured part of the Great American Songbook. A sultry bass line and finger snaps command attention right from the first sizzling measure. Clean jazz writing makes the harmonies jump right off the page. Add the optional SoundPax or SoundTrax to bring the sound of classic Broadway to your stage!