Joshua Fit the Battle!: 2-Part Choir: Vocal Score

Ten 2-Part Reproducible Concert Chorals-The developing choir is a unique ensemble and ranges in size from many to just a few in age from younger to older and from the experienced to brand new singers. Both male and female are a part of these groups with ever-changing vocal challenges. Educators who teach this wide group of musicians know there is a need for many tools of repertoire that build bridges to the art of choral singing.Partner Songs for the Developing Choir is designed to help teach harmonic singing through sophisticated melodies and distinguished texts appealing to singers from upper elementary through middle school and early high school and can even continue for the less-experiencedor smaller adult choir. Some of the choral works are very basic in form and melodic writing while others might include a bridge or B section or more intricate melodies expanding the harmonic learning.This reproducible collection with helpful rehearsal suggestions and online access to Full Performance and Accompaniment Only audio recordings and Singer PDF parts can be used all year long with spirituals Latin settings multicultural patriotic Christmas and holiday selections.Songs include: Akatonbo Bethlehem Lullaby Et in Terra Pax Jingle All the Way Joshua Fit the Battle Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning Musica Dei Skatin' and Sleighin' Swing Low Sweet Chariot You're a Grand Old Flag. Suggested for Grades 3-9.

Uses: GeneralScripture: Joshua 6:1-20This accessible arrangement of the familiar African American spiritual makes an ideal selection for older childrens choir as well as youth or adult choirs. A well-craftedaccompaniment nicely supports the vocals while also painting a picture of Jerichos tumbling walls using descending chromatic patterns heard during the songs introduction and interludes. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:09

This popular setting by Kirby Shaw combines powerful vocal pyramids contemporary piano accompaniment and compelling harmonies to make this an extremely strong choice for young ensembles. Available: SSA TTB 2-Part 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Youth choirs and adults alike with love this energetic 'swing style' setting of the popular traditional spiritual Elijah Rock by Dave and Jean Perry. Lots of unison singing and call-and-response make this easy to teach while colorful blues harmonies scat singing and finger snaps add to the fun! Also included are musical references to 'Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho' and 'Rock-A My Soul.' The easy brass and rhythm parts are a great addition.Suitable for worship throughout the year especially Lent Reformation and Transfiguration also great for school concerts. Available in 2 voicings.

This popular setting by Kirby Shaw combines powerful vocal pyramids contemporary piano accompaniment and compelling harmonies to make this an extremely strong choice for young ensembles. Available: SSA TTB 2-Part 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Now available in an SATB voicing this popular setting by Kirby Shaw combines powerful vocal pyramids contemporary piano accompaniment and compelling harmonies to make this an extremely strong choice for choirs. Duration: 2:30.Available separately: SATB 3-Part Mixed SSA TTB and 2-Part.