Beautiful poems by American poets Sara Teasdale and Phyllis McGinley each telling a very human Christmas story. Teasdale's Carol contrasts the magnificence of the songs of angels and kings with the baby Jesus whofell asleep before the song was done.McGinley's Ballad is a retelling of the ancient legend of Befana the Housewife always too busy to greet the new-born babe until it is too late.

We'll Meet Again is a bittersweet ballad originally sung by Dame Vera Lynn in 1939. Its optimism and hopefulness for love in the face of separation made it a famous song of the Second World War but it's universality still resonates with lovers today. Arranged for SSAA. A series of outstanding songs taken from the best-selling Close Harmony Ladies' Barbershop Songbook selected for their appropriateness for female singers arranged for close-harmony quartets or women's choirs. This beautiful tune is a masterful love song and it will sound simply stunning sung by a Ladies' Barbershop in this fantastic arrangement.The themes of love and loss are underlined by optimism meaning a choral performance of this would not leave a dry eye in the audience.Nicholas Hare’s beautifully crafted arrangements for SSAA are suitable for anything from four to four hundred singers. He has added helpful performance notes for each of the songs and the arrangements are notated on two stave for easy Piano rehearsal.

Originally recorded by young R and B star Tevin Campbell on his Grammy-nominated debut album in 1991, this soulful ballad is truly stirring. An optional solo at the opening provides the opportunity to feature a star singer, while solid choral writing throughout leads to an uplifting and inspiring finish. / Choeur SSAA

Lush vocal textures and expressive harmonies are the highlight of this well-crafted a cappella setting of the classic ballad from Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I. An excellent showcase for both concert groups and vocal jazz ensembles this delightful setting for SSAA choir a cappella has been arranged by Kirby Shaw.

Otis Redding's classic ballad was a huge hit in 1968 and still remains popular to this day. A soulful and lazy song that manages to be both uplifting and moving and exemplifies Redding's prestigious talent.This wonderful arrangement by Mac Huff is for an unaccompanied SSAA upper voice choir. A pleasing and effective setting faithful to the original with easy-going vocal harmonies.

One of the greatest songs of all time Hoagy Carmichael's classic romantic ballad shimmers in a rich a cappella setting highlighted by lush harmonies and gently arched phrasing in this superb arrangement. Available separately SATB SSAA and TTBB. Duration: ca. 2:40.

The expressive ballad from the musical Wicked by Stephen Schwartz in a setting for unaccompanied SSAA voices takes on new richness and meaning with solo lines and full vocal ranges. An outstanding selection with a deep and emotional message. Duration: ca. 4:30.

from Oliver-Here is the tender love ballad from 'Oliver' in a shimmering a cappella setting for women's voices. A gem! Duration: ca. 3:00.

Singers can display expressiveness and beauty of phrasing in this lovely a cappella setting of the beloved English folk ballad. It tells the story of the unrequited love between Barbara Allen and Sweet William.Availableseparately: SATB SSAA and TTBB a cappella. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15.

The breathtaking ballad from The Lion King in a sonorous setting for a cappella ensembles.

An Irish folk song from Irish Country Songs Vol. I collected by Herbert Hughes arranged by Gwyn Arch for female choir with piano accompaniment for rehearsal only. Text by Padraic Colum adapted from an old ballad.

With rich harmonies delicate arpeggiations and a soaring heartfelt melody this showstopping Bonnie Raitt ballad makes a perfect penultimate number.

This 1970s pop hit translates beautifully into a lush and deeply felt a cappella ballad. Perfect for graduation end-of-the-year programming or a special concert feature you will want to perform it again and again!

One of the greatest songs of all time Rodgers & Hart's classic romantic ballad will produce warm smiles all around as you luxuriate in the lush harmonies of this superb a cappella arrangement.

A cherished favorite from the BHS catalog Kirk Young's setting of this Billy Joel ballad was performed by 1993 Quartet Champs Gas House Gang. The arrangement is simple elegant and will be a special moment in any concert set.