Bergerettes also known as Shepherdess' Airs were an form of early rustic French song. French composer Jean Baptiste Weckerlin's (1821-1910) arrangements of these popular songs for Voice and Piano are a sublime addition to the repertoire. The Bergerette is traditionally in strophic form. Weckerlin's 20 harmonisations of some of the most favourite French Bergerette provides truly sublime additions to the vocal repertoire. For all aspiring vocalists Weckerlin's arrangements of traditional Bergerettes cannot be missed.

Alapa-Tarana Op.41 for Mezzo-Soprano and Percussion was composed by Poul Rovsing Olsen in 1959. Programme note: I was encouraged by the singer Jolanda Rodio to write a piece for mezzo-soprano and percus­sion. In my mind the idea immediately awoke associations of Indian or Arab music in which the combination of drums together with either an instrument or voice is very common. In a solo performance (as opposed to choral and ensemble performances) the piece is called a 'raga' or a 'macam'. A 'raga' or 'macam' is a scale and at the same time a number of melodic formulas. Further­ more it is a spiritual concept a specific'raga' or 'macam' expressing a specific emotion. My piece is not based on any traditional Indian 'raga' or Arab 'macam'. The 'raga' in my piece is entirely my own invention. The title is derived from Indian music an ''Alapa' being the first unaccompanied part of a 'raga'. Traditionally in the 'Alapa' the characteristics of the 'raga' are first presented improvisationally without strict metre followed by a section in which the drums set in. The latter can have various forms. I have chosen a variation form called 'Tarana'. (Poul Rovsing Olsen 1960)

After the success of 'Christmas a cappella' (BA 7573) for mixed choir Graham Buckland has now turned his attention to an edition for female voices. This collection includes popular Christmas melodies in traditional as well as more popular settings from many countries around the world including USA UK France Germany Austria Poland and the Czech Republic. All pieces are arranged for two female voice parts with a piano accompaniment but a third optional voice part is also included in many cases. This edition presents one of the most comprehensive collections of Christmas choral settings for female voices.Collection of international Christmas songs forfemale voicesFor two to three parts with piano accompanimentTraditional as well as more popular settingsAll song texts in German and English A selection:A child this day is born / Adeste fideles / Angels from the realm of glory /A virgin most pure / Away in a manger / Deck the hall! / Entre le b?uf et l? ne gris / Es ist ein Ros entsprungen /Fröhliche Weihnacht überall! / Go tell it on the mountain / I saw three ships / Joy to the world / Les anges dans nos campagnes /Macht hoch die Tür / Nun komm der Heiden Heiland /O Heiland reiß die Himmel auf / O Jesulein süß / Orientis partibus / Quando nascette Ninno / Stern über Bethlehem /The angel Gabriel from heaven came / The Carol of the Drum /The first Nowell / We wish you a merry Christmas /Wie schön leuchtet der MorgensternThe editorGraham Buckland is a conductor and composer and studied in Cambridge London and Brno. He is now university music director in Regensburg.

From the composer of Festival of Carols and The Winter Rose comes a cantata that celebrates the legacy of early American carols and hymnody. Composed in the spirit of folk music the cantata combines traditionalsounds with more rustic elements creating a blend that is fresh and pleasing. Popular American carols like Away In a Manger and O Little Town of Bethlehem dance with traditional spirituals such as Children GoWhere I Send Thee and Go Tell It on the Mountain. Sacred Harp tunes are re-tooled for Advent and stand alongside new versions of Shaker hymns and Appalachian melodies. Thoughtful narration weaves the movements togetherin a meaningful tapestry of song and Scripture. Two orchestral options are available allowing maximum flexibility in performance. A full line of support products is also available. Available separately: SATB CD-ROM FullOrchestration (Score & Parts for Flute 1 & 2 alto recorder Oboe/English Horn Clarinet 1 & 2 Bassoon Horn 1 & 2 Trumpet 1-3 Trombone 1 & 2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion Acoustic Guitar Banjo Harp Piano Synth Solo fiddle Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello Double Bass) Printed Full Orchestration Appalachian Consort Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute Violin Cello Mandolin Guitar Percussion and Piano) StudioTrax CD (accompanimentonly) SplitTrax CD Listening CD 10-Pack Listening CDs Preview Pack (Book/CD combo) RehearsalTrax CDs (part predominant reproducible) Digital Resource Kit (PowerPoint Choir Devotionals Poster Program Flyers Children'sProgram PDFs). Duration: approx. 40 min.

Kirk Franklin Choral Series-Lois Brownsey and Marti Lantz have captured the spirit of Native American music and made it accessible to children without losing the poetry and emotion traditional to this genre. “Two Native American Songs” may beused separately or together for performance. “Cherokee Lullaby” incorporates a traditional Indian lullaby with a warm and moving original text. “Native Dance” partners an original Kiowa Round Dance withIndian syllables and new text which tells the story of the traditional dance. Movement instructions are included. This is an excellent opportunity to explore Native American culture and music for concert use or to enhanceclassroom learning.

Par SILVERMAN JERRY. This book presents 375 of J.S. Bach's surviving chorale harmonizations with singable English translations of the original German text by choral conductor Henry S. Drinker. Printed in an easy-to-read format, this edition was designed to facilitate both analysis of Bach's musical genius in voice leading and renewed performance of these works by congregations. It is hoped that this user-friendly edition will inspire students and congregations alike to take a fresh look at this priceless musical treasure. Today they remain some of the finest examples of voice leading and harmonic movement, making them appropriate study material for any student of music theory and harmony. Chorales are also the root of traditional hymnody, especially from the Lutheran tradition. The chorales were originally text and melody sung a cappella, and were for congregational singing. Chorales were set in four parts for choir use, and are still appropriate for performance in worship services today. Many of the melodies will be familiar to those who sing traditional hymns. Choirs will love singing these beautifully written settings. / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / Classic - Songbooks / Recueil / Chant et Piano

Sacred was originally part of a Mass setting in which the composer combined the traditional Latin Mass movements with elements from the Sámi yoik tradition other Norwegian folk music and traditional Finnish music. This version for upper voices was recorded by Cantus on their album Northern Lights and is very approachable for choirs of all abilities. There are no words only ‘yoik syllables’ with no meaning for which a pronunciation guide is included. Fjellheim’s distinctive and approachable musical language which many will recognise from the use of his music at the opening of Disney’s Frozen will appeal to both singers andaudience.

Several traditional Irish blessings beautifully combined together with a simple vocal arrangement. The piano accompaniment is thoughtfully contemporary which brings great appeal to younger singers. A lovely way to add an encore performance to your programming. Several traditional Irish blessings beautifully combined together with a simple vocal arrangement. The piano accompaniment is thoughtfully contemporary which brings great appeal to younger singers. A lovely way to add an encore performance to your programming.

Medium Voice-The most practical all-around Christmas collection for singers with 45 essential solos for the season. There are traditional carol arrangements art songs and traditional Christmas songs and three of the greatest of all popular Christmas standards. All songs are in English. Available in three keys this collection is perfect literature for teaching voice. Songs include: As Lately We Watched · The Birthday of a King · Carol of the Birds · The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire) · Do You Hear What I Hear · Fum Fum Fum · Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming · Mary Had a Baby · O Holy Night · Some Children See Him · White Christmas · and more.

Eight Gospel Songs for SATB and Piano-Sing Glory! is a collection of eight inspiring Gospel songs composed by Mike Sheppard. The collection brings the joy energy and enthusiasm of the Gospel style to traditional choirs whilst creating new interesting and rewarding songs for established Gospel choirs. Scored for SATB and piano chord symbols are included so that traditional Gospel rhythm sections (guitar bass drums) can be added. In addition to the songs is a collection of inspiring readings from writers such as Khalil Gibran and Mahatma Gandhi intended to be read between songs during performance.

Traditional-This wonderful arrangement of the traditional spiritual has a riveting slow jazz feel to it and is still a best seller after twenty years

This dynamic Easter hymn from the Getty writing group offers a truly impactful Celtic style for the celebration of Christ's resurrection. Joel Raney creatively sets up the opening with a hint of the traditional spiritual 'He Never Said A Mumblin' Word' leading into the opening statement 'How can it be the one who died has borne our sin through sacrifice to conquer every sting of death? Sing sing hallelujah!' The optional rhythm section and violin part brings it all to life in a lilting 6/8 high-energy presentation! Perfect for Easter or Eastertide.This dynamic Easter hymn from the Getty writing group offers a truly impactful Celtic style for the celebration of Christ's resurrection. Joel Raney creatively sets up the opening with a hint of the traditional spiritual 'He Never Said A Mumblin' Word' leading into the opening statement 'How can it be the one who died has borne our sin through sacrifice to conquer every sting of death? Sing sing hallelujah!' The optional rhythm section and violin part brings it all to life in a lilting 6/8 high-energy presentation! Perfect for Easter or Eastertide.

Celtic music is enjoying a well-deserved revival. This revival may have been inspired by historical Hollywood epics by popular dance acts such as ”Riverdance” by Michael Flatley or purely by the emotional power of Celtic melodies. The songs all tell stories that have been passed down through successive generations with more facets than any other kind of traditional music: some are melancholy dirges some playful and lively dance tunes. This book brings together 20 of these traditional melodies in contemporary modern arrangements for mixed chorus. In them you will find homophonic movements sweeping melodic lines vocal imitations of Celtic instruments and rousingrhythms. The irresistible charm of this music will leave no choral singer unmoved and is bound to find favour with audiences.

Traditional Irish-This traditional Irish tune has been arranged numerous times. Here Dan Rash provides a unique and creative new look at this familiar melody set for male voices with piano and Irish whistle.

Selected pieces and traditional songs in five volumes-The five-volume ABRSM Songbook series offers singers and their teachers an unrivalled choice of core repertoire that will provide the bedrock for many years of rewarding vocal study. This series features: Over 1000 art songs drawn from Grades 1-5 of the Associated Board's Singing syllabus. A massive range of repertoire from the Medieval to modern musicals - many in practical new editions. Irresistible new arrangements by Carol Barratt of eighteen classic songs. A rich collection of sixty authentic unaccompanied traditional songs sourced from around the world. English singingtranslations for every non-English-language song - many newly-commissioned. Useful notes on the songs containing background information and performance suggestions. CDs of Piano accompaniment to all the art songs performed by Simon Lepper as well as recordings of the text to every song performed by native speakers.