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** Listen Now to ALL 2012 Works **
CHORISTERS GUILD
MY LORD, WHAT A MORNING
Greg Gilpin has created a spiritual arrangement that will enhance the choral library of both school and church choirs. Gilpin’s setting of My Lord, What a Morning will be a quick learn for your youth or adult choir, but is still interesting and unique throughout. A key change and solo or small group descant will propel the piece to the conclusion, where the text “My Lord, what a morning” is repeated in awe and wonder.
SATB, CGA1287
HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS
BUSY, BUSY BUMBLEBEE
From the imaginative pen of Greg Gilpin comes this entertaining exercise in diction, dynamics, and alliteration. Featuring a unique 6/8 feel that emphasizes the rhythm of the text and a piano accompaniment that emulates the sound of a bumblebee darting and diving all around, this creative programming gem is sure to have your singers buzzing for more.
Two-part, 15/2904H
P/A CD, 99/2945H
I SEE A STAR
Simply charming for young and developing choirs, this touching piece offers a wish for the world to find the hope, peace, and love that it needs. With memorable melodies and a bridge featuring hints of star light, star bright, first star I see tonight, it is usable throughout the year as a song of peace and will make an especially effective addition to Christmas, winter, and holiday concerts.
Three-part Mixed, 15/2905H
Two-part, 15/2906H
P/A CD, 99/2946H
IN VIRTUTE TUA
Written to premiere at the 2012 Generations Together in Music concert at Carnegie Hall, this gorgeous original piece features emotive and dramatic choral writing that spans the full gamut of dynamics and expression. The traditional Latin text is set with rich vocal harmonies and accompanied by a distinctly melodic recurring piano theme. A pronunciation guide for the Latin text is included.
SATB with opt. Orchestra, 15/2907H
SSA with opt. Orchestra, 15/2908H
P/A CD, 99/2947H
Orchestral Score and Parts by Paul Langford, 30/2872H
Fl, Ob, Cl, Bsn, 2 Perc, Timp, Pno, Harp, 2 Vln, Vla, Cello, Bass
LIGHTNING!
Electric fingers reaching, Skipping, darting, fleeting… The vivid imagery and word painting in this creative programming original are further sparked by dynamic contrasts, rhythmic interplay between parts, and the agitated, eerie atmosphere of the piano accompaniment. Set in minor mode, this wonderful teaching piece cleverly takes some unexpected twists and turns along the way!
SSA, 15/2862H (NEW VOICING)
TB, 15/2863H (NEW VOICING)
Three-part Mixed, 15/2551H
Two-part (NH), 15/2566H
P/A CD, 99/2419H
SWING DOWN, EZEKIEL!
Captivate your audience with this bright and spirited setting of the favorite spiritual Swing Down, Chariot that also features touches of Ezekiel Saw the Wheel. Repetition and opportunities for individual part singing spell choral success, the energetic accompaniment adds a banjo-like feel, and an exciting key change introduces a descant crafted from the Ezekiel melody.
SAB with Descant, 15/2931H
Two-part with Descant, 15/2932H
P/A CD, 99/2962H
ALFRED PUBLISHING
CELEBRATE WITH MUSIC!
This triumphant opener or closer is sure to make an impact with its fanfare-like phrases and percussive handclaps. Subito dynamics and scattered syncopations energize the piece, while legato lines and choral echoes provide musical contrast.
SATB, 00-38109
SAB, 00-38110
PianoTrax 4 CD, 00-35870
SHAKE THE PAPAYA DOWN
Kids will love performing with shakers in hand during this island-flavored Calypso song, arranged especially for developing 2-part singers. A terrific way to shake things up and bring the house down!
2-part, 00-38059
SoundTrax CD, 00-38171
“Lift Me Up” DVD, 0-38171
CRIPPLE CREEK
“Have a little fun” singing this lively rendition of a great American fiddle tune that frequently alternates between the girls and the guys. A hand-clappin’, foot-stompin’ hootenanny, sure to last in your library!
SATB, 00-38141
SAB, 00-38142
PianoTrax 4 CD, 00-35870
THE PEACE CAROL
A stunning choral arrangement of a truly lovely song, originally featured on the 1979 television special: John Denver and The Muppets: A Christmas Together.
SATB, 00-37992
SAB, 00-37993
SSA, 00-37994
2-part, 00-37995
SoundTrax CD, 00-37996
A WINTER BLAST!
Hot Chocolate (from The Polar Express) * Frosty the Snowman * Suzy Snowflake
This fabulous trio of wintertime favorites is 3 minutes of fun, fun, and more fun, arranged just for treble choirs! Sure to be a showstopper during your Christmas or winter concerts.
SSA, 00-38211
2-part, 00-38212
SoundTrax CD, 22-38213
ANYWAY
Martina McBride’s #1 single from her album Waking Up Laughing is the ultimate uplifting ballad, especially for year-end concerts. “Build it anyway…Dream it anyway…Believe it anyway…Love ‘em anyway…Sing it anyway.”
SATB, 00-38227
SAB, 00-38228
SSA, 00-38229
SoundTrax CD, 00-38230
LET ME BE YOUR STAR
Here’s the first of what we hope are many hit songs from the TV musical series Smash. Performed by Karen and Ivy in the premiere episode. Sure to make stars of all your singers!
SATB, 00-38264
SAB, 00-38265
SSA, 00-38266
SoundTrax CD, 00-38267
SoundPax, 00-38268
I RUN TO YOU: THE HITS OF LADY ANTEBELLUM
I Run to You * Just a Kiss * Need You Now
You’ll enjoy performing this trio of Lady Antebellum chart-topping hits featured in this outstanding 5-minute choral medley. Listen to their great harmonies, just perfect for choral singing.
SATB, 00-38223
SAB, 00-38224
SSA, 0038225
SoundTrax CD, 0035226
SHAWNEE PRESS
DIDN'T MY LORD DELIVER DANIEL?
Commissioned by the 2011 St. Louis Metro District #8 Middle School Honor Choir, this energetic arrangement for both 3-part and 2-part voices is everything you desire for your young singers. Driving piano accompaniment, solid vocal writing, and dynamic twists and turns set this spiritual on fire.
35028017, 3-part mixed
35028016, 2-part
35028009, Piano Trax CD
BENEDICAMUS DOMINO
This choral sparkles with rhythmic vitality, an easy-to-feel use of mixed meter, marvelous contrasts in texture and dynamics and the clever addition of flute and percussion to enhance the crisp piano accompaniment. Outstanding for mixed voices, it is now available for your men’s choirs!
TBB, flute & percussion NEW!, 35028110
SATB, flute & percussion, 35001971
SAB, flute & percussion, 35001970
2-part, flute & percussion, 35001972
PianoTrax CD, 35028009
TURKISH MARCH FOR VOICES
This is an interesting and fun arrangement that Mozart never would have imagines, but most certainly would have appreciated! His famous instrumental work has been transformed by Greg into a “gleeful” arrangement for voices. A refreshing a cappella number for your concert or show choir that will wow your audience to the final “Ta-da!”.
SATB a cappella, 35028015
THE DAY THE MUSIC TEACHERS RUN THE SHOW
Enough said! Comedic and fun, this 2-part expresses how life would be if music teachers ruled the world and music was a part of everyone’s lives. Sure to get a round of heart applause!
2-part, 35028221
StudioTrax CD, 35028222
OUR JOURNEY CONTINUES
If you are looking for your next inspirational choral, you’ve found it! This original work speaks of friendship, learning, and the “journey that lies ahead” in a musically emotional setting that builds to a grand ending of “a brand new day”.
SATB, 35028085
SAB, 35028086
StudioTrax CD, 35028087
LOVES ME LIKE A ROCK
Paul Simon’s Fabulous ‘70s hit comes to choral life while keeping true to its original sound. Optional tenor and soprano solos with backing chorus and gospel-style harmonies, all to a great shuffle-beat, will make this a performance gem for your mixed and men’s choirs.
SATB, 35028020
SAB, 35028021
TTB, 35028022
SoundTrax CD, 35028023
DON'T BE CRUEL
This new choral arrangement of one of Elvis Presley’s biggest this is perfect for your young singers and especially for your men! The ‘50s sound is captured here with every “bop, bop” and “oo, ah” and will make a charming performance piece to introduce a rock classic to your singers.
3-part mixed, 35027981
TBB, 35027982
2-part, 35027983
StudioTrax CD, 30527984
LET'S TWIST AGAIN
One of the biggest hits of 1961, Chubby Checker’s dance craze hit is now a fun SSA and 2-part choral. “Come on, everybody, clap your hands. We’re gonna do the twist and it goes like this…” Irresistible fun for show and concert.
SSA, 35027984
2-part, 35027986
StudioTrax CD, 35027987
EVERYTHING IS BEAUTIFUL
This two-time, GRAMMY winner from Ray Stevens is as perfect a message for today’s generation as it was in the early ‘70s. With a gospel-feel, this piece includes a descant sung by a soloist, small group, or children’s chorus, creating an anthem of love and peace with the message of understanding and acceptance.
SATB with descant (opt. children’s chorus), 35027647
SAB with descant (opt. children’s chorus), 35027648
2-part with solo and opt. descant, 35027649
StudioTrax CD, 35027652
I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS
This holiday standard can be performed either a cappella or with the rich, contemporary piano accompaniment. Beginning with thick vocal harmonies, a solo appears on top of vocal “oos” that lead into the chorus we all know and love. Musically exquisite for both mixed and women’s voices with lots of room for musical interpretation.
SATB divisi, opt. a cappella, 35028177
SSAA divisi, opt. a cappella, 35028178
StudioTrax CD, 35028179
MARY SAT A-ROCKIN'
This a cappella bestseller is now available in a new SSAB voicing. Perfect for smaller choirs, younger singers and choirs with a limited amount of male voices, the rhythmic energetic patterns plus the range of dynamics have made this a memorable and popular selection.
SSAB a cappella NEW!, 35028220
SATB a cappella, 35013957
TTBB a cappella, 35013958
AN ANGELIC CHRISTMAS MEDLEY
Beginning with a light jazz feel and optional a cappella voices, this medley floats along with contemporary piano accompaniment and touches upon the angelic lyrics of well-known Christmas carols. A beautiful selection for both secular and sacred settings.
SATB, 35028242
SSAB, 35028243
SSA, 35028244
PianoTrax CD, 35028009
DING-A-DING-A-DING
This masterpiece of vocal layering is a “sound experience” for a cappella voices featured as bells. Available in many voicings, both a cappella and accompanied, this work is now arranged for your men and will surely be a new favorite for both your general and holiday concerts.
TTBB a cappella NEW!, 35025339
SATB a cappella, 35005339
SSAB a cappella, 35005340
SSAA a cappella, 35005341
2-part with descant, 35005338
PianoTrax CD 2009-2010, 35016961
LARGER WORKS from SHAWNEE PRESS
ROMP AND STOMP!
(10 Songs to Raise a Ruckus with Musical Fun)
TIME FLIES WHEN YOUR MUSIC CLASSROOM IS FUN!
Romp and Stomp!, a follow-up to bestselling A Whole Lotta Hullabaloo and Hullabaloo 2, promotes the benefits of musical, physical, and creative expression through unforgettable and lively music of different styles and subjects. This amusing collection of ten memorable songs for teaching and performance encourages children to make some positive noise, clap their hands, learn rhythms, model animals, and exercise their minds and bodies while raising a ruckus! Teach using quick bursts of imagination as your students walk a circus tightrope, pack a suitcase and take a trip, swim, and even go to the zoo! So shimmy, shake, and roll! Wobble all around the music room! Romp and stomp and create some silly fun as you explore the wonders of music with this budget- stretching Classroom Kit!
Songs include: Romp and Stomp!; Hello, Hello, Hello; Clap Those Hands; Swimmin’; Walking the Tightrope; Wobbly; Takin’ a Trip; Pushin’ It; Let’s Go to the Zoo; Shimmy, Shimmy, Shake and Roll!
Classroom Kit, 35027967 (Reproducible Unison Collection & Enhanced StudioTrax CD)
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