SKU: HL.215250
UPC: 888680664381. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
From the 2016 album A Pentatonix Christmas, the popular vocal group puts their unique stamp on the 1998 holiday song by NSYNC. Mixed and women's groups will enjoy recreating the rhythmic groove of this upbeat song a cappella or with the optional rhythm track also available.
SKU: HL.215249
UPC: 888680664350. 6.75x10.5x0.053 inches.
SKU: HL.345710
ISBN 9781540092342. UPC: 840126920413. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Tchaikovsky's Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies, Waltz of the Flowers and March are set vocally a cappella. Re-harmonized and simplified slightly to be fresh and accessible, this is a fantastic selection for high school concert and jazz choirs.
SKU: HL.291414
UPC: 888680927189. 6.75x10.5 inches.
If you are looking for a centerpiece for your pop/jazz group at Christmas, this is it. This 19th century Austrian carol is arranged for contemporary a cappella groups ready for beat box, hand percussion and jazz harmonies.
SKU: AP.49661
UPC: 038081567488. English. Words by Sam M. Lewis.
Real deal a cappella jazz writing with great attention paid to phrasing, dynamics, expressive rhythms that sound unmetered, and bringing the emotional words to life. Be prepared to put in the time and feel the satisfaction of singing a lush and lovely ballad. The song has been recorded by a host of artists including Billie Holiday, Doris Day, Aretha Franklin, and Bette Midler, but Kirby's arrangement is inspired by soul artist Donny Hathaway's heart-wrenching performance.
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.50258
UPC: 038081574288. English.
Greet the season with this festive a cappella arrangement of a true holiday favorite! Both sopranos and basses take the jazz waltz melody for a spin while the other voices provide an a cappella scat-syllable accompaniment. This versatile setting is fitting for the stage or for door-to-door caroling.
SKU: HL.264435
UPC: 888680730659. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches. Adapt. Mark Brymer.
Ho, ho ho! Who wouldn't go? Pentatonix has been synonymous with the holidays since they exploded onto the scene. Their fresh take on this tune will have your audience bouncing in their seats. This arrangement can be sung a cappella or with the provided accompaniment. A full rhythm section and accompaniment recording are also available to make the song really kick.
SKU: CF.CM9634
ISBN 9781491157060. UPC: 680160915620. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: G major. English, English. Traditional Christmas Spiritual.
Berg's fantastic setting of this beloved American Christmas spiritual for advanced tenor-bass choirs tells a story of hope and meaning. The various textures throughout the a cappella arrangement with solos add much variety and musical interest. A holiday programming must!.This beloved American Christmas Spiritual, like all spirituals and/or folk songs, tells a story. This is a story of hope and meaning. The introductory solo call and response (mm. 1-7) is hymnic in nature, just to get us started. (Think of it as an effective head fake!) The entrance at m. 8 from the upper three voices (we'll call them the trio part henceforth) is pivotal. They set the stage for the conversation between the singers and the soloist for the rest of the song. From this point, the song is basically a Jazz Trio in vocal form. The bass singers take on the role of the cool dude in the back wearing dark glasses and a beret playing the string bass. They provide the driving force for the forward movement of the entire song. The trio part, basically tenors 1 & 2 and baritones, take on the role of the keyboard providing chordal structure and syncopation. Their job is to fill the listener's ear with sound and rhythm. The soloist tells the story using the known melody and text with appropriate improv opportunities to keep the listeners focused on the message of the song. There is enough repetition to make for easy learning, but this also means that the chords need to snap into position cleanly every time. The Verses are easily identified (there are three) and presented with some small variations in Verse 3 (see mm. 56-58...this only happens once). The Refrain (mm. 30-37) is the part of the song where the singers switch from the Jazz Trio role and actually become a Men's Choral Ensemble. This Refrain is repeated after Verse 3 at mm. 66-71. Between verses 2 & 3, there is not a refrain. Instead, there is a bridge repeated from the introductory material, but used this time to move us into a new key signature. This can be a very exciting moment for the singers as well as the listeners! Measures 72-75 is known in the business as a vamp. It can be repeated once and then move on, OR it can be repeated multiple times, depending on the comfort level of the soloist and the response of the audience. It is important that there be a clear signal from the conductor as to how to end the vamp and move effectively to the actual coda of the song. The ending should be sung with tight control that only looks like reckless abandon! Faces bright; words clean; melody clear; rhythms precise! Enjoy.This beloved American Christmas Spiritual, like all spirituals and/or folk songs, tells a story. This is a story of hope and meaning. The introductory solo call and response (mm. 1-7) is hymnic in nature, just to get us started. (Think of it as an effective head fake!)The entrance at m. 8 from the upper three voices (we’ll call them the “trio part” henceforth) is pivotal. They set the stage for the conversation between the singers and the soloist for the rest of the song. From this point, the song is basically a Jazz Trio in vocal form. The bass singers take on the role of the cool dude in the back wearing dark glasses and a beret playing the string bass. They provide the driving force for the forward movement of the entire song.The “trio part”, basically tenors 1 & 2 and baritones, take on the role of the keyboard providing chordal structure and syncopation. Their job is to fill the listener’s ear with sound and rhythm.The soloist tells the story using the known melody and text with appropriate improv opportunities to keep the listeners focused on the message of the song.There is enough repetition to make for easy learning, but this also means that the chords need to “snap into position” cleanly every time. The Verses are easily identified (there are three) and presented with some small variations in Verse 3 (see mm. 56-58…this only happens once).The Refrain (mm. 30-37) is the part of the song where the singers switch from the “Jazz Trio” role and actually become a “Men’s Choral Ensemble”. This Refrain is repeated after Verse 3 at mm. 66-71. Between verses 2 & 3, there is not a refrain. Instead, there is a bridge repeated from the introductory material, but used this time to move us into a new key signature. This can be a very exciting moment for the singers as well as the listeners!Measures 72-75 is known in the business as a “vamp”. It can be repeated once and then move on, OR it can be repeated multiple times, depending on the comfort level of the soloist and the response of the audience.It is important that there be a clear signal from the conductor as to how to end the “vamp” and move effectively to the actual coda of the song. The ending should be sung with tight control that only looks like reckless abandon!Faces bright; words clean; melody clear; rhythms precise! Enjoy.
SKU: HL.269664
UPC: 888680739027. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
Gene Autry was known as the singing cowboy and this was one of his most popular songs. It was #1 on the pop and country charts and has been covered by countless artists. Here is a new and hip a cappella arrangement for your show, jazz or concert choir.
SKU: AP.46468
UPC: 038081528472. English.
A Cole Porter classic that has been recorded by a multitude of performers including Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald. Vocal jazz lovers will enjoy this rich a cappella arrangement, designed for more advanced ensembles.