SKU: AP.49705
UPC: 038081567921. English.
This powerful choral anthem was written by Broadway songwriters Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty in honor of the 40th anniversary of The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC. Lynn's text uses harmony as a metaphor to represent acceptance, and Stephen's inspirational music is a canvas of hope and strength. Robust piano, bass, and drum parts provide a sturdy pop accompaniment for three full voicings designed to accommodate any four-part group.
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.35673
UPC: 038081398693. English.
No matter what the melody, . . . high or low, in harmony, sing your song. Though each of us is different, this song encourages unity, especially through music. An important lesson simply stated for younger choirs, and a terrific choice for music advocacy.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: AP.47645
UPC: 038081543383. English.
A positive message of cooperation and caring lies at the core of this inspiring piece for treble voices. A bit of unison, a few echo passages, and scattered light harmony make this an ideal choice for choirs new to singing in parts. Lyrics you will be proud to share!
SKU: AP.48466
UPC: 038081552897. English. Traditional Mexican Folk Song.
This festive partner song combines the traditional Mexican folk song Dale, Dale, Dale with an original tune all about swinging at the piñata. What a great choice for the holidays, or celebrations of any kind! With a choice of English or Spanish words and perfectly paired independent melodies, it's sure to be a hit for singers taking their first cracks at harmony.
SKU: AP.49695
UPC: 038081567822. English.
Imagine the opening solo in darkness. Light increases as the choir begins, growing to full brilliance when three luminous lines intertwine. A lux aeterna refrain is sung in resonant harmony, with touches of shimmering dissonance on cadences. One final tone cluster at the end ignites shivers. This inspiring text provides a personal credo to live with light. Download the optional violin obbligato for free.
SKU: AP.48461
UPC: 038081552842. English.
I'm not givin' up . . . no, not yet. This lead single from Andy Grammer's album Naive is featured in the movie Five Feet Apart and gained YouTube fame among choir directors after Grammer's personal visit to PS22 in New York City. The lyrics speak of the power of friendship, the strength to fight, and the importance of support during difficult times. The catchy, syncopated chorus (with optional handclaps) makes great use of stacked harmony. Use the SoundTrax CD, or add guitar, bass, and drums to build your own band!
SKU: AP.47872
UPC: 038081548456. English.
This Lady Gaga/Bradley Cooper Oscar-winner lays at the heart of the blockbuster movie A Star Is Born. Alan's tasteful, sound-alike arrangement preserves the opening solo and duet passages before blossoming into full choral harmony. An expressive cello part (in the SoundPax and on the SoundTrax CD) adds even more emotion to this top-reviewed award winner!
SKU: AP.47599
UPC: 038081542928. English. Michael Larkin.
An authentic celebration of the holiday. This arrangement of the traditional Hanukkah song allows you to choose between the original Hebrew text and a poetic text in English. Lyrical verses focus on lighting the candles, and the dance-like refrain grows even more joyful when embellished with a soaring upper harmony near the end.
SKU: AP.47731
UPC: 038081544243. English. Lynn Ahrens.
Infused with the syncopated rhythms of the West Indies, this arrangement from Once on This Island is guaranteed to bring the house down! Low voices maintain the groove while upper voices dance above in perfect harmony. Whether you choose to add choreography or not, you won't be able to stand still! Both the optional SoundPax and SoundTrax CD preserve the island-influenced instrumentation of the Broadway score.
SKU: AP.46998
UPC: 038081536477. English.
This Sondheim standard is all about being positive, not taking no for an answer. And this awesome Mark Hayes arrangement is truly outstanding! Alternating between rapid and rhythmic unison patter and full choral harmony, the driving rhythms of the accompaniment generate a sense of urgency throughout. Exciting!
SKU: AP.49770
UPC: 038081568577. English.
A blast from the past with a message built to last! This song of hope and love originated as the 1970s Coca-Cola jingle, considered one of the best-loved and most influential ads in TV history. It's a catchy anthem with a rock-side-to-side hook, a bubbly tune, and a few delightful counterlines. Universal themes of music and world harmony fit well on many programs---school, community, winter, spring, pop, pyramid, and more. SoundTrax and SoundPax accompaniment options are available.
SKU: WD.080689150333
UPC: 080689150333.
This native Christian hymn, arranged for combined Adult and Children's choirs, will bring diversity, spirit, and beautiful harmony to your Christmas repertoire! A piece written in the traditional dialect of the Zulu people, a Bantu tribe in Southern Africa, Nkosi Jesu is an ethnic praise song that gives praise and thanks to our Lord. Nkosi Jesu... King Jesus, we thank You!
SKU: HL.300468
UPC: 888680961879. 5.0x5.0x0.207 inches.
The great Harold Arlen wrote this for an unsuccessful Broadway play. But you can't keep a good song down. This has been recorded by Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman and many more. Here is a treatment that begins with the choir in unison for the first two verses establishing an easy swing style. The bridge keeps swinging but with tight harmony and it is followed by a dynamite choral scat section. It goes out swinging as hard as it began but with hip, jazzy harmony and a Basie ending.
SKU: HL.121916
UPC: 884088944636. 4.75x4.75x0.115 inches.
You will have fun, fun, fun with this 1963 holiday classic by the Beach Boys! A great concert showcase for men's choirs and close harmony groups!
SKU: AP.46356
UPC: 038081527352. English.
A new carol for Yuletide! The merry melody, punctuated by festive Sing Noels is passed through the choir, giving each section a small feature before a celebratory chorus unites the group in harmony. A minor section provides contrast in the middle, and the sopranos place joyful ornaments on the final full-force refrain.
SKU: HL.8749887
UPC: 884088348991. 4.75x5 inches.
Call me! Text me! It's every kid's constant refrain! This layered 12-bar blues gives you an opportunity to introduce rhythm and harmony skills disguised as fun! Available separately: 4-Part Any Combination, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:46.
SKU: AP.46598
UPC: 038081531731. English.
With a vocal range of just an octave and highly independent parts, this charming piece is ideal for singers new to harmony. The playful vocal lines are a delight to sing as they imitate the zigzag flight patterns of the hummingbird. Don't miss the ostinato section that stacks into an impressive, yet accessible, four parts. This one really hits the mark for outstanding children's choir repertoire.
SKU: HL.121566
UPC: 884088925062. 5x5 inches.
Delving into the depths of the song's emotional content, this imaginative setting of the Beatles' classic is technically simple and will showcase the choir's command of jazz harmony. Mesmerizing! Duration: ca. 2:30.
SKU: AP.46976
UPC: 038081536255. English. Traditional English Carol.
What happens when you cross a beloved Christmas carol with the hip and asymmetric rhythms of Take Five? This does! A satisfying mix of the familiar and the fresh, the arrangement applies jazz articulation, harmony, and style in a way that's both exciting and accessible. All voice parts get a turn with the melody as well as a fun doo bop accompaniment! Optional parts for flute and vibraphone are free online.
SKU: HL.327973
UPC: 840126900194. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
With a horn section available to match the powerful vocals, here is Kirby Shaw's take on the 1980 Daryl Hall and John Oates hit. The signature two-part harmony of the pop rock duo from Philly is expanded to take advantage of four-part choral singing.
SKU: AP.47709
UPC: 038081544021. English. Traditional Spiritual.
This kickin' gospel arrangement of the traditional Christmas spiritual is a standout! Victor's spirited treatment boasts rousing rhythmic syncopation, perfect choral harmony, and a highly creative (and stylistically appropriate) gospel breakdown section with a couple of riff-like solo opportunities. Your audience (or congregation) will be convinced long before the uplifting key change and sensational final chorus.
SKU: HL.269795
UPC: 888680739287. 5.0x5.0x0.148 inches.
Here is a jazzy take on a classic pop/rock tune. The original version, sung by the Drifters, with all of its back up harmony and part singing, is a great beginning for a choral arrangement. In the hands of this skilled arranger it is a real concert piece.
SKU: AP.48340
UPC: 038081551630. English.
We won't go until we get some---but how exactly do you make that holiday confection, anyway? Find the answer in this playful, original (and completely secular) holiday canon loosely based on a fragment from We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Prepared with old English Dickensian flair, the round stacks in three, a perfect recipe for building harmony skills.
SKU: AP.48345
UPC: 038081551685. English. Words by William Shakespeare.
Here's an accompanied contemporary madrigal with a lighthearted lilt, guaranteed to bring a smile. This sprightly setting capitalizes on the energy of Shakespeare's witty words from As You Like It. Repeated phrases and rhythmic motives are fun from start to finish. Optional cue notes add an upper harmony on the final refrain.
SKU: AP.47705
UPC: 038081543987. English. Words by Mitchell Parish.
Leroy Anderson's winter frolic has never sounded cooler! This sleigh ride swings in big band style, offering bright (and sometimes tight) harmony paired with jazzy rhythms for a truly refreshing version of the holiday classic. As always, Mark Hayes' accompaniment shines with piano alone or the fully orchestrated SoundTrax and SoundPax.
SKU: AP.48867
UPC: 038081561912. English.
That marvelous moment when two previously sung melodies first fit together is an important milestone for developing groups. And there's nothing like a well-crafted partner song arrangement to take you there. Over the years, George Strid and Mary Donnelly have set the standard for quality partner songs, and this treatment of the well-known Mexican folk tune is no exception. Sing both lines in English or teach Spanish words using the included pronunciation guide. Seriously, if you want to take steps toward harmony, follow the magic formula: A, then B, then together. ¡Ay, ay, ay, ay!
SKU: AP.48404
UPC: 038081552279. English.
Cue that walkin' bass and sizzlin' hi-hat! Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's retro swing take on the Christmas novelty tune serves up something fresh and different. The familiar melody is jazzed up for a featured soloist (or an entire section) and punctuated by lightning quick interjections in tight treble harmony. Be sure to check out the SoundPax parts for your rhythm section!
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