based on Ev'ry Joy That Wisdom Knows from SOLOMON-Handel's duet from his oratorio Solomon has been arranged by Patrick Liebergen as a joyous 2-part choral for young voices. The lyrics include new words that reflect the spirit of the original and the optional flutessupport a charming concert work of beautiful song. Available: 2-Part opt. Flutes I and II; PianoTrax CD.

This accessible carol arrangement for young male voices has a charming and lilting Celtic feel especially with the penny whistle/recording obbligato providing a wonderful opportunity for your guys to develop important choralskills early in the year. Discovery Level 2.

Many elements of sound teaching fill this John Leavitt original work for 2-Part voices. A gentle and uplifting piano with optional hand chimes and string bass accompany thoughtful vocals with rhythmic interest and supported by a simple text of Halle hallelujah throughout. A solid concert work that will shine for any time of year. Many elements of sound teaching fill this John Leavitt original work for 2-Part voices. A gentle and uplifting piano with optional hand chimes and string bass accompany thoughtful vocals with rhythmic interest and supported by a simple text of Halle hallelujah throughout. A solid concert work that will shine for any time of year.

(from The Sound of Music)-So Long Farewell from The Sound Of Music arranged by Ed Lojeski for SAB choir with Piano accompaniment. Inspired by the memoir 'The Story of the Trapp Family Singers' by Maria von Trapp Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound Of Music first opened its doors on Broadway in 1959 and was turned into a popular film in 1965. The musical tells the story of Maria who is studying to become a nun at Nonnberg Abbey in Salzburg yet is struggling to fit in there due to her youthful enthusiasm energetic nature and lack of discipline. Believing that she might be happier in the outside world the Mother Abbess sends her to thevilla of a widowed naval officer to be governess to his seven children. After bringing love and music into the lives of the family Maria marries the officer and together with the children they flee the Nazi regime that has taken over their homeland. One of the musical's most cherished numbers So Long Farewell is the song the von Trapp children sing to bid their guests good night at the party at their villa. It is also sung as a reprise by the family at the Salzburg concert. To the Nazis present they are simply bringing the night's performance to an end but the external audience is aware that they are in fact also saying goodybe to their beloved Austria as they secretly plot their escape over the border to Switzerland. Watch Raincross Chorale perform this charming arrangement:

Your singers will have fun with this novelty song from the 1940's and develop their vocal jazz chops at the same time! Opening in a happy-go-lucky 6/8 it sounds like an Italian street song full of nonsense lyrics then ittransitions into 4/4 swing with an easy scat section. Discovery Level 2.

Creating Artistry-Take a chance take your shot because the surest way to fail is not to try. BE BRAVE. These empowering lyrics are perfect for your young singers hear. With ranges that are ideal for the developing choir a supportive yet independent piano accompaniment and a high energy setting of this original text this is a great concert closer.

Michael Haydn's Gloria has been arranged here as a wonderful 2-part canon with optional flute or C instrument. A flowing and light piano accompaniment supports the vocal lines that sing the familiar Latin text. A beautifulselection for concert and festival. Available separately: 2-Part with flute or C instrument; PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: 2:30.

This is a first...a Broadway-styled original using hat choreography! Outfit your choir with every sort of hat and follow the clear-cut stick figures. You'll have a wonderfully fun easy lead-in to choral movement! Available: 2-Part.

Don Besig and Nancy Price create a moving allegory as a little child witnesses the crucifixion but does not understand. He does not know Jesus but feels tremendous grief and loss at the death of this “stranger.”Scientists and philosophers have said that children frequently understand what adults cannot and “Within the Shadow of the Cross” the little boy discovers that God is there; God IS. If we as adults could onlyperceive that we are children of God and that God IS.

Jill Gallina has paired two favorite folk songs about love and freedom for a partner-song that is sure to please. “If I Had a Hammer” and “Ring Those Bells!” are both songs with powerful messages and a callto action. This energetic coupling has it all – rhythmic spoken parts catchy melodies and lively accompaniment. “Ring Those Bells!” is excellent for use in the music classroom for the study of folk songs partner-songs or for practicing rhythm skills and syncopation. It is also a great novelty piece for concert use at any time of the year.

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.

In a bright blues-rock tempo Hank creates a fun setting for those cool to ridiculous looks we call wearin' our shades. Center rap section highlights all of the possibilities! Available: 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

A delightful Christmas cantata for children’s voices (and ensemble/electronic backing tracks) with or without narrator: reggae jazz rock ballad and pop numbers to witty text by Richard and Thomas Allain. Caesar has called a census in the Holy Land. So everyone is crowding back into Bethlehem a town where they read Shalom! Magazine where suddenly there are donkey traffic gridlocks and hotels where you can't get a room for love or shekels. Tom works doing odd jobs at the Fun Big Inn which isn't much fun at all. This busy night he decides to leave the landlord in the lurch and head for the bright lights of Jerusalem. But he doesn't get far running first into reggae singing shepherds and then three groovy wise dudes following a star. Tom can hardly ignore the remarkable things they have to tell him. So what does he do next? What would any of us do? Richard and Thomas Allain retell the story of the Nativity in a new and individual way with immediacy and wit in a string of unforgettable tuneful songs and sharply clever words in an idiom accessible to everyone. Manger Tom can be performed with unison voices someone to narrate highly effective with just Piano or Keyboard accompaniment. But there are parts available too for instruments you might want to add. Included with the score of Manger Tom is a CD which comprises of a full performance of the musical numbers by professional singers and players as well as just the accompaniments for everyone to sing along to if they prefer. Additionally lyric sheets and a script are available as free downloads - visit www.hybridpublications.com to access the bonus material. Lyric sheets enable easy rehearsals and the script allows Manger Tom to be performed as a full nativity play. Review from Andrew Stewart of Classroom Music says: 'Manger Tom manages to squeeze within the space of eight numbers everything from big-band and rock numbers to reggae and in ‘Star of the