Discovery Level 1-Sing of good things not bad is certainly a wonderful mantra for all of us and it is the theme of this iconic Joe Raposo song from Sesame Street. With a driving and rhythmic piano accompaniment here is an incredibly creative arrangement of this positive song.

This chart-topping title track from Billy Joel's album pulses with energy and African-style gospel harmonies. Available: SATB SAB 2-Part Instrumental Pak (Rhythm) ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:25.

For those who have been seeking an appropriate piece for Mother's Day and Father's Day Joe Martin's reverent two-part original setting of words from the Ten Commandments and Beatitudes is the answer. Of course since it is one ofthe Commandments it's a message that can be used any time. Joe Martin has a wonderful ability to write two-part music that is easy to learn beautifully flowing and that is so well accompanied additional voices are not needed.Small choirs or larger choirs looking for a change of pace will enjoy honoring mothers and fathers with this reverent Biblical dedication full of love honor and respect for those who gave us so much. Heart-warming.

A few years back Joe Martin teamed up with J. Paul Williams to produce one of the Houston Children's Chorus Series best-sellers “Goliath ” (now in 2-part and SATB). Well they've done it again with“Joshua.” The many other arrangements of this much-loved spiritual will have to step aside because the story and song have never been told this well. A new entry into the Houston Children's Chorus Choral Series thisone has a sizzling track and will knock down the walls wherever it is sung. Accompaniment CD Rehearsal CD and Rehearsal CD 10-Pak available.

Discovery Level 2-The traditional fiddle tune “Soldiers' Joy” is the anchor for this rollicking set of American folk songs that will make a spectacular concert closer. Feature a live fiddler or perform with the bluegrass sounds on theVoiceTrax CD. Includes: Soldiers' Joy Old Joe Clark Sail Away Ladies. Available separately: SATB 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:10.

Take a quick journey through the lives of several folk song characters in this clever medley. Quickly-learned it's a great encore piece for younger choirs. Includes: Cindy Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair Lil Liza Jane Old Folks at Home and Old Joe Clark.Available separately: 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40.

The musical “Heroes of the Faith” burst on the scene just last year – an exciting children's show by J. Paul Williams and Pamela Martin including such musical luminaries as Lloyd Larson Craig Curry CindyBerry Mark Hayes and Joe Martin. The story leads the children through the museum of Biblical Heroes and discovers what they had that exists in each of us – the ability to serve God with the gifts we are given. The titlesong “Hero of the Faith” is presented here as a single and is a wonderful anthem of joy and praise. Available: 2-Part.

Discovery Level 3-A jazz classic written by keyboardist Joe Zawinul with lyrics by Jon Hendricks now arranged for younger choirs. A perfect showcase for your beginning vocal jazz group!

Joseph and his dad collaborated on this happy piece challenging the listener to be a rainbow a symbol of hope for others to see. Sadly Joe's father passed away since then but this is a fitting tribute to the positive spirit andinspiring faith that he shared with others. Almost all unison this anthem can be programmed any time of year. Accompaniment/performance on Celebration 2005

Discovery Level 2-Here's a fun jazz setting of the famous Sesame Street theme for treble voices inspired by the Singers Unlimited album with pianist Oscar Peterson. Feature your pianist or use the instrumental interlude as an opportunity foryour singers to develop their skill at scat singing! Available separately: 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00. Discovery Level 2.

Here is a fresh and creative setting of the popular American folksong with a slightly different twist! Your singers will love the swinging treatment and the energized vocal stack at the end.

from Pete's Dragon-This lovely ballad from the Disney movie Pete's Dragon has been arranged in a lovely concert setting for 2-Part Choir by Ruth Artman. The gentle flute obbligato enhances this warm setting.

This first arrangement in the new Discovery Series for Men is perfect for introducing ensemble singing to your young men. Limited ranges and a snappy accompaniment practically guarantee success.Available separately: TB and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:45.

In Czechoslovakia there is a strange walled-in fortress called Terezin. During World War II it was used as a concentration camp for Jews from all over Europe. Fifteen thousand of these children passed through the Terezin camp between 1942 and 1944; of these only about 100 lived to tell about it.The poems selected for this suite are representative of the poetry written by the children during their stay in Terezin. They reveal the children's horror and disbelief at living conditions in the ghetto their longing to leave their childish humour beauty not seen by adults and conviction of survival.I. At Terezin (poem by Teddy)II. I'd Like to Go Alone (poemby Alena Synkova)III. The Little Mouse (poem by Miroslav Kosek Hanus Lowy and Bachner)IV. The Garden (poem by Franta Bass)V. The Butterfly (poem by Pavel Friedmann)Translated into English by Jeanne Nemcova.