SKU: CF.CM5248

UPC: 680160906376. Key: Bb major. English. Nadine Moore.

SKU: CF.CM6742

ISBN 9781491154472. UPC: 680160912988.

SKU: CF.CM9522

ISBN 9781491150542. UPC: 680160908042. 6.875 x 10.5 inches.

Longfellow's poem, The Arrow and the Song, evokes contrasting images and two important themes of trust and love. Gorgeous melodic homophony and gentle polyphony find their home in this lyrical setting by Thomas Juneau.

SKU: CF.CM6187

ISBN 9781491154601. UPC: 680160913145.

SKU: CF.CM9718

ISBN 9781491160978. UPC: 680160919574. Key: D major. English. Manmohan Ghose.

Manmohan Ghose was a professor, poet, and brilliant scholar from Eastern India in the late 19th century. He was educated in London, and was one of the first poets originally from India to publish poetry in English. A Lament is one of his earliest published poems; it progresses with vivid, scenic language from lullaby to permanent goodbye. Much later in life, Manmohan experienced a series of family tragedies that gave him a unique perspective on grief. After returning to India to mourn his father's death and eventually the passing of his wife, he never again made it back to England as he had wished to before his own death. The text of this piece has been paired with a mixolydian modal structure and a blend of musical elements designed to invoke a nostalgic, dream-like atmosphere. In the words of the composer: I like to think of this piece as a metaphorical hall of mirrors. The original 'image' of the melody becomes the source for multiple echoes and imitations that blossom into layers of polyphonic movement. As a nod to the poet's birth place, notes reminiscent of the kan-swar grace note technique of Hindustani classical music add ornamental interest to the piano and voices. This piece functions as an excellent educational introduction or further study into the concept of modes. When presenting this piece to a choir, directors may find it helpful to identify G as the tonal center and follow up with an explanation that G mixolydian has the same key signature as the key of C, because it naturally has no sharps or flats.
Manmohan Ghose was a professor, poet, and brilliant scholar from Eastern India in the late 19th century. He was educated in London, and was one of the first poets originally from India to publish poetry in English. “A Lament” is one of his earliest published poems; it progresses with vivid, scenic language from lullaby to permanent goodbye. Much later in life, Manmohan experienced a series of family tragedies that gave him a unique perspective on grief. After returning to India to mourn his father’s death and eventually the passing of his wife, he never again made it back to England as he had wished to before his own death. The text of this piece has been paired with a mixolydian modal structure and a blend of musical elements designed to invoke a nostalgic, dream-like atmosphere. In the words of the composer: “I like to think of this piece as a metaphorical hall of mirrors. The original ‘image’ of the melody becomes the source for multiple echoes and imitations that blossom into layers of polyphonic movement.” As a nod to the poet’s birth place, notes reminiscent of the kan-swar grace note technique of Hindustani classical music add ornamental interest to the piano and voices. This piece functions as an excellent educational introduction or further study into the concept of modes. When presenting this piece to a choir, directors may find it helpful to identify G as the tonal center and follow up with an explanation that G mixolydian has the same key signature as the key of C, because it naturally has no sharps or flats.

SKU: CF.CM9521

ISBN 9781491150535. UPC: 680160908035. 6.875 x 10.5 inches.

Eugene Butler has set this beloved Latin text from the Gloria, And on earth peace to all those of good will. Employing a variety of textures, Et in Terra Pax will challenge treble ensembles to meet their musical potential while singing with tremendous energy, power and a full, rich tone.

SKU: CF.CM9769

ISBN 9781491164402. UPC: 680160923304. Key: G major. English. Brewster M Higley. Original.

SKU: CF.CM9525

ISBN 9781491150573. UPC: 680160908073. 6.875 x 10.5 inches.

Treble ensembles of all sizes will enjoy singing Chiribim Chiribom, a Jewish folksong sung the world over. The text is mostly in Hebrew (pronunciation guide included), and the title refrain is tons of fun to sing as it undergoes delightful melodic variations in all the parts. Sure to be a memorable addition to any concert program. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9464).

SKU: CF.CM9512

ISBN 9781491149652. UPC: 680160907151. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Ella Wilcox.

The Winds of Fate for voices and piano was commissioned by the Florida Elementary Music Educators Association for the 2018 All-State Chorus. It is based on the poem, The Winds of Fate by Ella Wheeler Wilcox (1850-1919), which promotes positive thinking, as Wilcox was an advocate for the New Thought movement.

SKU: CF.CM9704

ISBN 9781491160114. UPC: 680160918713. Key: F# minor. English. Sir Rabindranath Tagore.

Richard Hageman (1881-1966) was a born into a family of musicians. As a pianist, he performed concerts from the age of six, and his mastery of this instrument is evident in the intricate accompaniment of this piece. After coming to America, (originally as accompanist to touring French singer Yvette Guilbert), he worked for a period of years as a conductor and pianist for the Metropolitan Opera in New York. It was during this period of time that he composed Do Not Go, My Love for solo voice, originally dedicating it to the operatic tenor, George Hamlin. Hageman's later career included work in Hollywood, first as a conductor, but later as a film-score composer and actor. Do Not Go, My Love is well-known among classical soloists, and many recordings exist. The SSA version of this American standard brings a vocal classic to younger singers who might not yet possess the dexterity to perform the original solo. Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) was an Indian polymath; someone who possesses deep knowledge and understanding of many disparate subjects. Tagore's expertise included the visual arts, music, and poetry. Tagore won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, contributing to his receiving knighthood from King George V in 1915, but Tagore renounced his knighthood after the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. There are five Tagore museums in Bangladesh and three in India; at least three universities bear his name. Do Not Go, My Love is taken from The Gardener, a collection of poems translated from Bengali by Tagore and published in 1915. Number 34 in the collection, and taken by itself, the poem might be interpreted as someone watching over the deathbed of a lover or child; however, the larger narrative woven through The Gardener suggests a romantic relationship being clung to by the speaker.  .
Richard Hageman (1881–1966) was a born into a family of musicians. As a pianist, he performed concerts from the age of six, and his mastery of this instrument is evident in the intricate accompaniment of this piece. After coming to America, (originally as accompanist to touring French singer Yvette Guilbert), he worked for a period of years as a conductor and pianist for the Metropolitan Opera in New York. It was during this period of time  that he composed Do Not Go, My Love for solo voice, originally dedicating it to the operatic tenor, George Hamlin. Hageman’s later career included work in Hollywood, first as a conductor, but later as a film-score composer and actor. Do Not Go, My Love is well-known among classical soloists, and many recordings exist. The SSA version of this American standard brings a vocal “classic” to younger singers who might not yet possess the dexterity to perform the original solo.Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941) was an Indian polymath; someone who possesses deep knowledge and understanding of many disparate subjects. Tagore’s expertise included the visual arts, music, and poetry. Tagore won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913, contributing to his receiving knighthood from King George V in 1915, but Tagore renounced his knighthood after the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre. There are five Tagore museums in Bangladesh and three in India; at least three universities bear his name.Do Not Go, My Love is taken from The Gardener, a collection of poems translated from Bengali by Tagore and published in 1915. Number 34 in the collection, and taken by itself, the poem might be interpreted as someone watching over the deathbed of a lover or child; however, the larger narrative woven through The Gardener suggests a romantic relationship being clung to by the speaker. .

SKU: CF.CM9716

ISBN 9781491160954. UPC: 680160919550. Key: D minor. Latin. Early Latin Text.

This text is taken from the Dies Irae Sequence from the Requiem Mass. It is a contemplation of the arrival of judgment day. The A-sections, mm. 1-29 & mm. 43-end, are a manic depiction of the fierce wrath of judgment day. They should be sung with fire, crisp consonants while always enunciating the accents in order to realize the full effect of this powerful text. The entire demeanor of the tone and facial expressions should change for the B-section, mm. 30-42 as it is a plea for mercy. The audience should realize the change in this contrasting section. Translation Dies irae, dies illa: Day of wrath, that day Solvet saeclum in favilla: shall dissolve the world into embers Teste David cum Sibylla: As David prophesied with the Sibyl. Voca me cum benedictis :Call me to be with the blessed. Salva me fons pietatis : Save me, fount of pity. The Sibyl is a reference from a Greek word, which means Prophetess. In this context, the word appears in plural, referring to many prophetesses. David, or King David, has long been considered prophetic among biblical scholars. About the Arranger D. Farrell Smith is the Director of Choirs at Hilldale Middle School, and Hilldale High School in Muskogee, Oklahoma. He holds a B.A. in Music Education and the M.A. in Theological Studies. Currently the Minister of Music at Eastern Heights Baptist Church, he has been a Music educator and Minister for 20 years. Mr. Smith studied with Dr. Gary Foster and Dr. Donald Studebaker and has performed under such notables as R. Evan Copley, Daniel Pinkham, Lloyd Pfautsch, and Bev Henson.
This text is taken from the Dies Irae Sequence from the Requiem Mass. It is a contemplation of the arrival of judgment day. The A-sections, mm. 1-29 & mm. 43-end, are a manic depiction of the fierce wrath of judgment day. They should be sung with fire, crisp consonants while always enunciating the accents in order to realize the full effect of this powerful text. The entire demeanor of the tone and facial expressions should change for the B-section, mm. 30-42 as it is a plea for mercy. The audience should realize the change in this contrasting section.TranslationDies irae, dies illa: Day of wrath, that daySolvet saeclum in favilla: shall dissolve the world into embersTeste David cum Sibylla: As David prophesied with the Sibyl.Voca me cum benedictis :Call me to be with the blessed.Salva me fons pietatis : Save me, fount of pity.The “Sibyl” is a reference from a Greek word, which means Prophetess. In this context, the word appears in plural, referring to many prophetesses. David, or King David, has long been considered prophetic among biblical scholars.About the ArrangerD. Farrell Smith is the Director of Choirs at Hilldale Middle School,  and Hilldale High School in Muskogee, Oklahoma.   He holds a B.A. in Music Education and the M.A. in Theological Studies. Currently the  Minister of Music at Eastern Heights Baptist Church, he has been a Music educator and Minister for 20 years. Mr. Smith studied with Dr. Gary Foster and Dr. Donald Studebaker and has performed under such notables as R. Evan Copley, Daniel Pinkham, Lloyd Pfautsch, and Bev Henson.

SKU: CF.CM9582

ISBN 9781491154045. UPC: 680160912544. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: Bb major. English. Original.

English composer William Boyce was born in London in 1711 and died in 1779. He began his musical career as a choir boy at St. Pauls cathedral and throughout his career, he wrote symphonies and church music. Alleluia was originally written for four voices a cappella; however, this arrangement has an accompaniment that may be used for rehearsal or in performance. The key has also been lowered from the original key of C major to Bb major, making this arrangement of this beautiful work for SSA voices more accessible for SSA choirs. The form consists of homophonic sections followed by canons and refrains with the homophonic sections. Whether performing a cappella or with piano, sing Alleluia by William Boyce with joy and enthusiasm.
English composer William Boyce was born in London in 1711 and died in 1779. He began his musical career as a choir boy at St. Paulas cathedral and throughout his career, he wrote symphonies and church music. Alleluia was originally written for four voices a cappella; however, this arrangement has an accompaniment that may be used for rehearsal or in performance. The key has also been lowered from the original key of C major to Bb major, making this arrangement of this beautiful work for SSA voices more accessible for SSA choirs. The form consists of homophonic sections followed by canons and refrains with the homophonic sections. Whether performing a cappella or with piano, sing Alleluia by William Boyce with joy and enthusiasm.
English composer William Boyce was born in London in 1711 and died in 1779. He began his musical career as a choir boy at St. Paul's cathedral and throughout his career, he wrote symphonies and church music. Alleluia was originally written for four voices a cappella; however, this arrangement has an accompaniment that may be used for rehearsal or in performance. The key has also been lowered from the original key of C major to Bb major, making this arrangement of this beautiful work for SSA voices more accessible for SSA choirs. The form consists of homophonic sections followed by canons and refrains with the homophonic sections. Whether performing a cappella or with piano, sing Alleluia by William Boyce with joy and enthusiasm.
English composer William Boyce was born in London in 1711 and died in 1779. He began his musical career as a choir boy at St. Paul's cathedral and throughout his career, he wrote symphonies and church music. Alleluia was originally written for four voices a cappella; however, this arrangement has an accompaniment that may be used for rehearsal or in performance. The key has also been lowered from the original key of C major to Bb major, making this arrangement of this beautiful work for SSA voices more accessible for SSA choirs. The form consists of homophonic sections followed by canons and refrains with the homophonic sections. Whether performing a cappella or with piano, sing Alleluia by William Boyce with joy and enthusiasm.
English composer William Boyce was born in London in 1711 and died in 1779. He began his musical career as a choir boy at St. Paul’s cathedral and throughout his career, he wrote symphonies and church music.Alleluia was originally written for four voices a cappella; however, this arrangement has an accompaniment that may be used for rehearsal or in performance. The key has also been lowered from the original key of C major to Bb major, making this arrangement of this beautiful work for SSA voices more accessible for SSA choirs.The form consists of homophonic sections followed by canons and refrains with the homophonic sections.Whether performing a cappella or with piano, sing Alleluia by William Boyce with joy and enthusiasm.