Kirk Franklin Choral Series-Lois Brownsey and Marti Lantz have captured the spirit of Native American music and made it accessible to children without losing the poetry and emotion traditional to this genre. “Two Native American Songs” may beused separately or together for performance. “Cherokee Lullaby” incorporates a traditional Indian lullaby with a warm and moving original text. “Native Dance” partners an original Kiowa Round Dance withIndian syllables and new text which tells the story of the traditional dance. Movement instructions are included. This is an excellent opportunity to explore Native American culture and music for concert use or to enhanceclassroom learning.

More Songs of a Rainbow Nation brings you four more songs from South Africa for mixed voices in beautifully crafted arrangements by Alexander L'Estrange. The selection opens with Freedom is Coming a joyful infectious celebration of hope and freedom from oppression and the hugely popular Siyahamba is also featured. Both songs form part of L?Estrange's hit cantata Zimbe! Come sing the songs of Africa.   Part of the Choral Basics series the four songs are arranged for soprano and alto with combined men's voices - ideal for beginner choirs andthose in which the male singers are few or at the stage when their voices are changing. All Choral Basics publications feature a straightforward piano accompaniment to support the singers.

Songs of A Rainbow Nation comprises four great songs from South Africa arranged for soprano and alto with a straightforward piano accompaniment. Included are: Hamba Lulu - a wedding song with a gentle comforting rhythm; Jesu Ukukhanya - featuring a call-and-response structure where a simple solo line is followed by a choral answer; Si Njay Njay Njay - a joyfully exuberant song with an infectious rhythm which can also be performed a cappella with some optional percussion for greater effect; and Weeping - a South African pop song from the band Bright Blue whichuses as its chorus the refrain from the Zulu anthem N?kosi Sikeleli Africa (God Bless Africa). The arrangements form part of the Choral Basics series which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginner choirs. Perfect for singers of all ages it offers attractive idiomatic arrangements with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward piano accompaniments that support the singers.  If you enjoy these songs try L?Estrange?s hit cantata Zimbe! Come sing the songs of Africa!

Discovery Level 2-Share a wonderful message of optimism and hope in this happy standard made famous by Frank Sinatra in a swinging setting for young choirs. A must for your next concert! Available separately: 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

The wit and wisdom of Natalie Sleeth sparkles with the syncopation of a simple 'rag' this would be beneficial for your middle school's winter concert.

Inspired by the sheer greatness of showbiz legend Frank Sinatra this collection draws together three of his most famous and best loved hits all arranged by Charles Beale for SA voices and Piano accompaniment.

Zig Zag Og Mer Ostinat er en sangbog idébog og metodik for børnekor af John Høybye.

Havgus og Krymmel - 12 sange for børn og voksne.I arrangementer for 2-stemmigt børne- og juniorkor med klaver. Musik af Jonathan Kroner Ingvald.Tekst og tegninger af Marie Priem. Havgus og krymmel er en fantastisk samling sange der kan synges dag og nat - og året rundt. Marie Priem og Jonathan Kroner Ingvald har sat ord og toner til en række af dagens og livets helt centrale øjeblikke: dåb sengetid jul vejret fis og ballade ... Sangene i Havgus og Krymmel henvender sig til børnekor og juniorkor. Fælles for sangene er at despejler livet i børnehøjde på en fantasifuld poetisk og sansende måde med stor kærlighed til naturen og fælleskabet. Musik danner og udvikler børn til hele mennesker. Når børn synger i kor knyttes de sammen i et fællesskab af oplevelser som rummer hele deres liv. Der er stor billedrigdom i teksterne der smelter sammen med stemningsfulde og smukke melodier. Det er sange der sanser naturen så man næsten kan dufte og mærke den. Sange man kan kravle ind i og gemme sig i. Sange der beroliger og giver tryghed. Sange der vrøvler på skønneste vis. Sange der fører os steder hen vi ikke vidste fandtes og hvor alt kan lade sig gøre. Det er en stor gave at åbne et barns sanser gennem gode sange og tekster - at skabe et sjæleligt frirum som danner os og bor i os hele livet! (Pia Boysen) Sangene kan også med fordel synges enstemmigt.Havgus og krymmel foreligger desuden som billedbog med sangene gengivet som becifret melodilinje med underlagt tekst (WH32988).

First recorded by Nat King Cole in the 1950s and more recently by Vince Gill this tender song expresses the beauty and wonder of the Christmas story in a gentle setting that will touch every heart! Flute (or other C Instrument) part included. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:30.

This in an outstanding collection of twelve African-American spirituals arranged for upper voices. Rosephanye and William C. Powell have collaborated with some of the most talented and respected spiritual arrangers in the United States to deliver specially commissioned authentic settings. You'll find familiar melodies such as 'Deep River' and 'Somebody's knockin' at yo' do'' alongside lesser-known spirituals and a range of styles and moods extending from the aspirational to the celebratory. Many of the arrangements include a 'lead voice' part allowing the opportunity for solo singing and idiomatic piano parts support the voices for the accompanied spirituals; pianoreductions are included for the unaccompanied arrangements. This inspirational journey through the African-American spiritual tradition is sure to captivate and delight all upper-voice choirs.Arrangements in tow three or four parts'Lead Voice' parts for three arrangementsAccompanied and unaccompaniedPiano reductions for a capella arrangementsAuthentic arrangements by specialistsRange of styles and moods Edited by Rosephanye Powell and William C. PowellRosephanye Powell is a singer arranger and widely published composer. A graduate of the Florida State University Westminster Choir College and Alabama State University she has distinguished herself as a researcher and interpreter of the African-American spiritual. She has served as a consultant for nationally syndicated radio published articles on the subject and presented lectures and performances at high schools colleges universities music organizations and churches around the United States. Her spiritual arrangements have been commissioned by nationally and internationally recognized professional choral groups and conductors. She was appointed Professor of Voice at Auburn University in 2001.William C. Powell holds degrees from Alabama State University

This choral pairs two venerable Native American songs: a Hopi chant and a traditional Arapaho Native song. With recorders and percussion the songs are blended together to form a partner song at the conclusion of the piece. Astriking addition to your concert! Available: 3-Part Mixed; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD.

2-Part and Piano-Children's Choirs from the city of Cincinnati premiered this powerful original work at the National Orff Conference in November 2001. Telling the story of the Underground Railroad and one of its renowned conductors HarrietTubman it follows the slaves' escape to Freedom as it builds in emotional intensity with each new verse.Available separately: 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:40.

Swing Low Sweet Chariot and When the Saints Go Marching In really belong together in this dynamic soulful setting which contrasts the two classic spirituals in such an exciting way that your choir won't want it toend! The 2-part choral is a natural partner-song and skillfully arranged for young voices to sing! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part TTB SSA Instrumental Accompaniment StudioTrax A/P CD.

This enchanting work for mixed choir sets three Shakespearean texts that delight in the wonders of music and its connection to the natural world. Scenes from Henry VIII The Merchant of Venice and Cymbeline are combined in this dreamy setting perfect for choral societies church or school choir concerts. Arranged for soprano alto and combined men’s voices with piano accompaniment. Part of Faber Music’s Choral Signature Series.