SKU: AP.48414
UPC: 038081552378. English.
In the tradition of his highly regarded original spirituals, Greg Gilpin offers this all-new a cappella Christmas selection. Intuitive harmonies and just the right amount of repetition in the memorable chorus make the piece both readily learnable and easy to memorize. Call-and-response verses toss joyful syncopations between sections of the choir, and quickly changing dynamics enhance the style.
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: LO.15-3506H
ISBN 9780787758271.
This gently flowing and accessible arrangement possesses interesting harmonies coupled with call and response style passages and many dynamic contrasts. A welcome addition to the women's ensemble repertoire!
SKU: AP.46545
UPC: 038081531205. English.
Written in the style of a spiritual, this original gospel tune will be a highlight this Christmas season. Featuring call-and-response voicing, stylized articulation, and dramatic dynamic shifts, there are plenty of musical concepts to teach your singers and delight your fans. Ready-to-go riser choreography is available on the Movin' DVD.
SKU: AP.46546
UPC: 038081531212. English.
SKU: AP.41786
UPC: 038081468662. Swahili.
This fun feature for 2- and 3-part choirs includes Swahili and English lyrics, rhythmic chanting, accented body percussion, and many call and response phrases. Layered African instruments energize the SoundTrax CD and Sally's easy-to-teach choreography (available on Lights!) is spot on.
SKU: GI.G-9758
UPC: 785147975809. English. Text Source: Based on Canticle of the Creatures, Francis of Assisi, 1181&ndash,1226. Text by St. Francis of Assisi.
The words of St. Francis of Assisi have come into even greater prominence under the papacy of Pope Francis. Tony Alonso’s setting of Canticle of the Creatures highlights Francis’ call for the care and respect of all creation. A short refrain punctuates the litanic nature of the verses, allowing the assembly to add their voice to this chorus of praise. For cantors or soloists and C or B-flat instrument.
SKU: MN.50-3096
UPC: 688670530968. English. John 11:25-26.
After a short preamble, the soaring, original melody is passed back and forth between the women's and men's voices, I am the resurrection and the life. The middle, contrasting section has the voices singing homophonically, and then the alternating material returns. A coda reminiscent of the preamble contains the title text. An easy, effective anthem which is useful at several points in the liturgical year. Duration: 4:30.
SKU: HL.363090
UPC: 840126955057. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
From Taylor Swift's mid-pandemic release folklore comes this tale of an unbeknownst “pull†of two souls in space and time, long before they've met. Thematically dense yet dreamily clear and precise, this is Swift at her finest, and Snyder's arrangement captures the effortless pop hooks with ease.
SKU: HL.363089
UPC: 840126955040. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
SKU: GI.G-9498
UPC: 785147949800. English. Text Source: Based on Vidi aquam, adapt. CdS. Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1–2, 9.
The first half of the refrain of this song for baptism is in a quasi-call-and-response format. The Alleluias that are interjected throughout the cantor’s verses are derived from the second half of the refrain. The result is a beautifully flowing composition that will be quickly learned by your choir and congregation. For cantor or soloist.
SKU: HL.290865
UPC: 888680924218. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Andrea Bocelli has been thrilling audiences for many years with his beautiful and passionate voice. Here he is joined by his very talented son Matteo, a fine tenor and a writing partner with his father. Full of passion, this arrangement captures the style of this classically infused pop song.
SKU: GI.G-7398
UPC: 785147739807. English. Text source: Words inscribed on the doors of some Anglican churches.
“Enter this door as if the floor within were gold…†An understated organ part alternates with the choir’s words of admonition to be makers of a sacred space for the adoration of God. The text is often found inscribed on the doors of Anglican churches. A great choice for calling the people to worship!
SKU: GI.G-9383
UPC: 785147938309. English. Text by Marty Haugen.
Sometimes we need to “sing truth to power,†taking a call for peace and justice into the world to generate action. Here is a confident, stirring piece that gets the message out. Easy enough for the assembled people to join in quickly.
SKU: GI.G-9959
UPC: 785147995906. English. Text by Sara Teasdale.
For three-part mixed or three-part equal voices this setting of Sara Teasdale’s poem, “Refuge†includes an intriguing introduction that organically repeats the word “refuge†in a number of languages. The angst of Teasdale’s poetry is reflected in the driving accompaniment and shifting meters. Adding a variety of percussion instruments to this work will enhance the overall performance. .
SKU: HL.35029428
ISBN 9781480363533. UPC: 884088959227. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas gets a bit jazzy in this new arrangement for the holidays. Starting with the familiar tune, it moves into a relaxed-rock feel with easy jazz harmonies and continues into a jazz waltz. There's even a classical section and plenty of opportunities for solos. A terrifically musical choice for your holiday concert!
SKU: HL.386715
UPC: 196288023616. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Sing a new song, Cantate Dominum, are the words that begin this energetic and celebratory piece. The opening section in 7/8 absolutely dances and thankfully returns for a joyous conclusion. The middle section poetically brings in the beauty of creation. This SSA voicing can be sung together with the SATB voicing, P1716. A great festival piece that can also be sung in worship.
SKU: GI.G-7020
UPC: 785147702009. English, Spanish. Translation: Mary Louise Bringle. Text by Juan Damián.
The milonga is a song-dance developed around 1870 by the cultures co-existing in Buenos Aires at the time. This piece, with a Mary Louise Bringle translation, explores the mystery of God: “I think I know, but barely grasp it . . .†and calls for greater faith. The music is slow, rhythmic, richly harmonic, and mesmerizing.
SKU: HL.1412174
UPC: 196288195672. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Originally commissioned for SA voices by Manhattan Concert Productions and premiered at Carnegie Hall, this selection that celebrates the beauty of life as is now available for SAB. Presented in a musical idiom that is both straightforward and melodically interesting, the piece is a strong choice for high school concert choirs. Easy to medium in difficulty.
SKU: HL.1189823
UPC: 196288131335. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
Commissioned by Manhattan Concert Productions and premiered at Carnegie Hall, this selection celebrates the beauty of life. Presented in a musical idiom that is both straightforward and melodically interesting, the piece is a strong choice for high school concert choirs. Easy to medium in difficulty.
SKU: GI.G-10468
UPC: 785147046813. English. Text Source: Based on Psalm 91 and Julian of Norwich, 1342-1416. Text by Julian of Norwich. Scripture: Psalm 91.
“All Will Be Well†is, above all, a song of hope. While it is easy to become discouraged by the systems of injustice that pervade our world, Julian’s text reminds us that life and love always prevail. Care should be taken to sing each refrain with this conviction and confidence while still respecting the suggested dynamic markings, as too much power can jeopardize the gentle folk-style of the piece. The verses should start with room to grow dynamically, building throughout, leading to strength and conviction in the refrain.
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