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SHAWNEE PRESS
PROUD
Proud has been featured on television and in movies, and is currently the theme song for NBC’s “The Biggest Loser.” This knockout inspirational, gospel-infused chart is a must for your concert and show choir programming with lyrics of encouragement and individual strength!
SATB 35027046
SSAB 35027233
StudioTrax CD 35027047
RISE ABOVE THE WALLS
This powerful ballad asks us to recognize our differences, see beyond them, and let love lift us all “above the walls.” Orchestrated by Mark Hayes, this piece can serve as a closing number or a theme for any multicultural program or need. It will definitely inspire and challenge your singers and audiences. A new classic!
SATB 3502762
SAB 3502763
2-Part 3502764
Studio Trax CD 35026765
Digital Orchestration 35026766
SING-A-LING-A-LING
Greg Gilpin arranged this catchy camp song into a frolicking choral for young and developing voices. Almost as a tongue twister, the text and melody bounce between each part, sung fully by all voices and filled with dynamic and musical diversity for superb teaching and performance opportunities. A thrilling novely number for your concert.
3-Part Mixed 35027101
2-Part 35027102
StudioTrax CD 35027103
IT TAKES TWO
This pop favorite, recorded as a duet by Marvin Gaye and Kim Weston and notably covered by Tina Turner and Rod Stewart, is amazingly arranged for SATB, SAB as well as 2-part choirs. The SATB captures the fun and rhythm of the original with the 2-part smoothes the syncopated rhythms so they are accessible for younger voices. A fantastic show choir number that begs for choreography!
SATB 35027130
SAB 35027131
2-Part 35027132
Studio Trax CD 35027133
‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CURTAIN
As the curtain goes up, we are presented with the musical version of the frantic night before the opening of a show, complete with inevitable drama that every ensemble experiences! The comical story is told through speaking parts, solos, and lots of musical elements that culminate into a very happy ending!
SATB 35027154
SAB 35027155
2-Part 35027153
Studio Trax CD 35027156
SHINE YOUR LIGHT!
Gospel-styled, this up-tempo, inspirational original asks the singer and audience to be an example of love in every way. There are many solo opportunities throughout, as as a hot breakdown section that eventually leads to a final, rousing chorus with extreme excitement. A surefire winner!
SATB 35026756
SAB 35026757
2-Part 35026758
StudioTrax CD 35026759
FIRE AND RAIN
A James Taylor classic, Greg’s arrangements for SATB, SAB and TBB voices reflect the original recording and add lush vocal harmonies that melt into the incredible lyric. Sure to be an audience and performer favorite, it is a stunning pop ballad and an enduring concert selection.
SATB 35027118
SAB 35027268
TBB 35027119
StudioTrax CD 35027120
YANKEE DOODLE RHYTHM
From the collecion, I Can Feel the Rhythm, this patriotic ditty is performed as 4-part vocal speech and can work for just about every age level. A unique performance presentation and an excellent tool to teach singers rhythm reading, style, dynamics and musical form. Feature one of your drummers or incorporate choreography with this unique selection.
4-Part Vocal Speech, drum 35026751
StudioTrax CD 35026752
AS I HEAR THE SWEET LARK SING
This Irish folk song has been arranged using full three-part harmonies throughout the work. Easy vocal ranges, fluid voice-leading, a solo opportunity and optional divisi on the final chord make this a smart selection for developing choirs for concert and contest.
3-Part Mixed 35027113
PianoTrax CD 35026761
AN AMERICAN ANTHEM
Two patriotic blockbusters are fused here in an exciting gospel style. The 3/4 meter and chord progressions create a fresh feel to these classics. The solo with an original melody is paried with the established text in the 4/4 meter section, leading into a strong and powerful ending that uses descant. Perfect for mass choir numbers and finale selections.
SATB 35027095
SAB 35027096
2-Part 35027097
StudioTrax CD 35027098
CARL FISCHER PUBLISHING
IN THESE DELIGHTFUL, PLEASANT GROVES
Greg Gilpin has revoiced this classic English madrigal from Purcell. The clean arrangement and rehearsal accompaniment make this a great selection for the developing chorus. Perfect for festival or concert.
3-Part Mixed CM9165
HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS (THE LORENZ CORPORTAION)
COME TO ME IN THE SILENCE OF THE NIGHT
Rossetti’s artful text has been scrumptiously set with gorgeous melodies building to full choral sonorities. From its hushed, mysterious beginning, this musical portrait is painted with poignant beauty and simplicity.
SATB 15/2611H
P/A CD 99/2569H
FUN, FUN, FUN!
On December Five and Twenty
Incorporating the traditional Spanish carol Fum, Fum, Fum, this incredibly creative piece also features a contrasting, madrigal-like Fa La La middle section and a festive original text about the holiday hustle and bustle. It’s certain to be a huge hit on your holiday concert! On December five and twenty, fun, fun, fun! Hang a stocking by the chimney....All the laughter and the singing, wondering what Santa’s bringing, fun, fun, fun!
TB with Descant 15/2671H
3-Part Mixed/SAB with Descant 15/2646H
2-Part with Descant (NH) 15/2661H
P/A CD 99/2588H
SOMEONE’S IN THE KITCHEN
Someone’s in the kitchen and they’re makin’ some noise, and how! Break out the kitchen utensils, pots, and pans for this rowdy, fun original novelty song about a mysterious noisy chef. Also featured are snippets of the familiar Someone’s in the kitchen with Dinah!, along with clever sections of rhythmic speech and an instrumental break. Creative programming at its best!
3-Part Mixed/SAB with Descant and Kitchen Utensils 15/2645H 2
2-Part with Descant and Kitchen Utensils (SOS) 15/2660H
P/A CD 99/2599H
LA BAMBA
Dance Song
Spice up your concert with this festive arrangement of the Mexican folk-song favorite! Pronunciation and translation guides are included, and the creative accompaniment track on the CD will enhance the fun of your performance. (From the collection Friends to the North and Friends to the South—30/2483H)
2-Part (SOS) 15/2697H
P/A CD 99/2623H
BRILEE PUBLICATIONS
THERE IS SWEET MUSIC HERE
With text from Alfred Lord Tennyson, Greg Gilpin has penned a very expressive work that delievers the wonderful example of word painting by the poet. Gilpin has been able to achieve a high level of musicality without demanding extreme range in any voice part.
SATB BL684
MARCHIN’ WITH THE SAINTS!
(Partner Song with When the Saints Go Marchin’ In)
Greg Gilpin has done it again with this rambunctious partner song incorporating When the Saints Go Marchin’ In! A lot of fun for everyone!
2-Part BL647
CHORISTERS GUILD
EVERY TIME I FEEL THE SPIRIT
This dynamice arrangement of the popular spiritual uses a rhythmic piano accompaniment, tight vocal harmonites, and a melodic interchange between the women’s and men’s voices in the verses.
SATB, SAT CGA1196
COLLA VOCE MUSIC PUBLISHING
KEEP YOUR LAMPS TRIMMED AND BURNIN’
Now in a NEW SAB voicing, take a look at this nicely rhythmic setting of this spiritual. Interlocking vocals sing over a pulsating piano accompaniment that interprets a text of joyous anticipation. For school or church choirs, this is a refreshing and satisfying work that will be enjoyed by all who hear.
SAB 20-96435 NEW VOICING!
2-part 2096430
ALFRED PUBLISHING
THE SPINNING SONG
Dedicated to his very first piano teacher, Greg Gilpin adds his humor and creativity to this piano studio staple. Sung a cappella and on nonsense syllables throughout.
SATB, a cappella 00-33048
SINGLE LADIES WITH A CRUSH
Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It) • Crush
Everyone will be dancing—both on stage and in the aisles—with this fabulous combination of two Billboard Hot 100 hits: Beyoncé's Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It) and Jennifer Paige's Crush. Both songs were featured on the television hit Glee.
SSA 00-34725
SoundTrax CD 00-34726
WE ARE ONE
This ultimate unity song explains that despite our differences, “we are all the same.” A timeless message presented here in a contemporary way. “We are one in music, we are one in song!”
SATB 00-31282
SAB 00-31283
SSAA 00-31284
2-Part 00-31285
SoundTrax CD 00-31286
“Shine!” DVD (00-34720)
CHAIN OF FOOLS
Oh, baby! Aretha Franklin move on over! Greg’s arrangement is just as funky and full as can be. Great solo feature, too.
SATB 00-33005
SSAB 00-33006
SSAA 00-33007
SoundTrax CD 00-33008
MINKA
(Russian Folk Song)
Greg Gilpin’s partner-song arrangement makes this Russian folk song a sure-fire success for winter concerts. Kids will enjoy the “Deck the Hall” and “Jingle Bells” texts, not to mention the accelerando to the end!
2-Part 00-33041
SoundTrax CD 00-33042
THE SILVER SWAN
This will be the most poignant and powerful selection on your concert and contest programs this year. A reflective text set to beautiful music. Contemporary choral writing at it’s best.
SATB 00-33124
PianoTrax 2 CD 00-31290
CAN’T FIGHT THIS FEELING
Featured on the pilot episode of the TV hit Glee, this number one power ballad from REO Speedwagon has a continuing life of its own, appearing in multiple movies, TV shows, and commercials. Features a lyric that speaks to the teenagers of today, as a friendship grows into something more.
SATB 00-33164
SAB 00-33165
SoundTrax CD 00-33166
I LONG FOR THE GREEN HILLS
Composed in the style of a traditional folk song, this piece resonates beautifully with young adults and maturing singers alike, as they reflect on childhood memories. Features glorious treble sonorities throughout.
SSA 00-33004
PianoTrax 2 CD 00-31290
BIG YELLOW TAXI
“You don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone.” Joni Mitchell’s hit song from 1970 gets a fresh, hip treatment in this cool Greg Gilpin arrangement.
SATB 00-33175
SAB 00-33176
SSA 00-33177
SoundTrax CD 00-33178
PARTY IN THE USA
Here is the ultimate Miley Cyrus Party song – fresh, fun, and fantastic! So put your ahnds up, and sing along with this iTunes and Billboard Hot 100 hit. Yeah!
SATB 00-33054
SAB 00-33055
SSA 00-33056
2-part 00-33057
SoundTrax CD 0033058
YOU TOOK ADVANTAGE OF ME
Richard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart/Greg Gilpin
What fun it was to see and hear this classic 1928 Rodgers and Hart tune from the musical Present Arms in the recent movie musical Fame, as performed by Megan Mullally. A fresh, comedic, and jazzy rendition, arranged just for your ladies.
SSA 00-33138
SoundTrax CD 00-33139
HAIR: A CHORAL MEDLEY
Hair • Good Morning Starshine • Aquarius • Let the Sunshine In
Galt MacDermot, James Rado, and Gerome Ragni/Greg Gilpin
It’s the ’60s, the Age of Aquarius, of hippies, and of the surprise Broadway smash Hair. Now, over 40 years later, this “tribal love-rock musical” has returned to Broadway and has audiences dancing in the aisles. Winner of the 2009 Tony for Best Revival of a Musical. Greg’s wonderful new 6-minute medley captures all of the fresh flower-power!
SATB 00-33026
SAB 00-33027
SSA 00-33028
SoundTrax CD 00-33029
LARGER WORKS from SHAWNEE PRESS
HULLABALOO 2
10 More Songs that Jump, sparkle, Swing and Dance!
Hullabaloo 2 follows Greg Gilpin’s best-selling collection, A Whole Lotta Hullabaloo with ten MORE songs that give you and your students more opportunities to express themselves musically, physically and creatively. Each music style is sure to make a body move!
Maybe you need a musical treat to reward students for a job well done and dancing and singing their favorite “Hullabaloo” song is just the ticket! Try the songs as warm-ups. Use them to focus the attention on you, the teacher. Perhaps you can use them to quiet the class.
Whether you use these “getup and movin’” songs for classroom or performance, this budget-stretching unison collection includes reproducible teacher pages as well as an enhanced StudioTrax CD-Rom with accompaniment and performance tracks, poster, program and information about the composer! For grades K-3.
Classroom Kit 35027157
(Reproducible Unison Collection & Enhanced StudioTrax CD
OLD MAN WINTER’S ICICLE FOLLIES
A Mini-Musical for the Holidays
Every year before Santa’s big day, Old Man Winter presents a Holiday Spectacular at the North Pole, complete with song, dance, snow, tinsel and glitter. The audience is treated to some boogie-woogie by the reindeer, a slippin’ and slidin’ partner song with the elves, a fun and showy march by the snowmen and their kazoos, and an energetic ‘60s-infused finale. The most special guest of all, Santa Claus, even stops by for fun with the North Pole favorites!
Flexible enough for you to add your own choral performance numbers by having Old Man Winter introduce your choir as guests on the show. This format allows you to make the show bigger and brighter while adjusting the length to fit your specific performance needs.
With an easy-to-memorize script and flexible cast size, this budget-stretching kit includes director’s score, reproducible singer’s parts, choreography, costuming, performance and scenery suggestions as well as an Enhanced StudioTrax CD that includes accompaniment and performance tracks, poster, program, clip art, information about the composer and more!
Performance time is approximately 25 minutes. Grades 2-6.
Classroom Kit 35027114
(Reproducible 2-part Collection & Enhanced StudioTrax CD)
LARGER WORKS from HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS
A LITTLE BIT OF SHOWBIZ
A Reproducible Mini-Musical for Unison/Two-part Voices
Grades 2–6 • After finding a trunk full of costumes, props, and memorabilia from their grandparents’ Broadway careers, the kids entertain themselves through song and dance by using some of the goodies found inside. Their fun helps them to realize that everyone needs to make room in their lives for a little fun, make-believe, and showbiz. Easily costumed and flexibly staged, this twenty-minute mini-musical allows the involvement of more than one age group. Ten main characters have speaking and singing roles, but the chorus can include as many students as you like. This product includes the piano/vocal scores, reproducible scripts, and a mixed-media CD, complete with audio tracks and reproducible vocal parts.
A Little Bit of Showbiz (Introduction) • My Top Hat and Classy Cane • There’s Nothin’ Like a Feather Boa! • The Cape Tango • Make Them Laugh! • A Little Bit of Showbiz • A Little Bit of Showbiz (Bows and Reprise)
Unison/Two-part with P/A CD 30/2577H
