SKU: GI.G-9993
UPC: 785147999300. English, Ewe. Text Source: Trad. Ewe (Ghana), English tr. Doreen Rao; Translation: Doreen Rao.
The percussion parts are for dondo (talking drum) and ferikywia (iron casanet bell). About the Series: Doreen Rao, 2019 Robert Shaw Award recipient, launches her culturally inclusive choral series, Global Encounters for Young Voices, featuring accessible treble- and mixed-voice works for developing choirs.
SKU: HL.244917
UPC: 888680709259. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
Excerpted from “The SAB Choir Goes Renaissance†(00221998), this single offers simple, homophonic singing through the verse but a wonderful opportunity for your choir to sing Renaissance polyphony through the “Fa la la†section. In keeping with the style of the Renaissance, an optional hand percussion part has been added as a possible enhancement.
SKU: CA.2707300
ISBN 9790007130947. Language: Latin.
The 15 minute Missa alta, a High Mass, is not referred to by this name simply due to its scoring for women's voices and two percussionists, whose instrumentarium produces a crystalline and dreamlike sound. The solemnity of the music, whose compositional compactness and sensual sound elicit a transcendent effect, also reaches heights. Missa alta is a rewarding challenge for all ambitious girls and women's choirs or vocal ensembles, and a true enrichment of the repertoire for services and concerts.
SKU: GI.G-9499
UPC: 785147949909. English, Latin. Text Source: Ref. Piae Cantiones, 1582, vv. Joseph S. Cook, 1859-1933. Text by Joseph S. Cook.
The traditional 16th-century Christmas hymn “Gaudete†has been arranged by Chris de Silva for SAB voices, winds and percussion. At the center of this piece is the hymn itself surrounded by choral fanfares inviting listeners to rejoice at the birth of Christ, the Son of Mary. Percussion part is for snare drum.
SKU: GI.G-2999
UPC: 785147299905. English.
Brass and percussion parts are optional. Horn in F can be substituted for Trombone I. Percussion part is for triangle.
SKU: HL.1072762
UPC: 196288097150. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
Teaching opportunities abound in this irresistible setting of a traditional American folk tune. The modal melody is in pentatonic, easy ostinato-like countermelodies make the part-singing a snap, and there is even a fun body percussion section. Perform it with live fiddle or with the digital audio for a sensational concert showcase!
SKU: HL.299780
ISBN 9781540061119. UPC: 888680958657. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Lively percussion captures the attention followed by a stacking of voices singing this popular South African folk song. Attention is given to vocal writing that creates rhythm patterns around the melody, use of repetition and the use of both English and Swahili. A perfect beginning a cappella work for young singers and developing choirs. Percussion parts are available for download on the Closer Look page.
SKU: AP.48886
UPC: 038081562100. English. West Indies Folk Song.
A great fit for choirs of any age or ability! Harry Belafonte sang this joyful West Indies song on his 1956 album Calypso. Dr. Robinson's arrangement has just the right amount of repetition versus development, and will come together quickly with intuitive voice leading and some stylistic syncopation. One a cappella refrain just after the key change features the conga to keep the groove going, and a final descant adds a rhythmic counterline above. Build up the Jamaican vibe with our light SoundTrax accompaniment or the notated percussion part (available free online). The theme: build your house on solid ground.
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.15-3972H
ISBN 9780787778323.
Bright and energetic, Glenda E. Franklinâ??s Three-part mixed setting of the traditional Jamaican folk song is irresistible with its Caribbean style and optional percussion instruments. The layering of melodies in each voice part makes this very exciting to sing as the parts come together and separate into independent lines. This is an excellent piece to improve your choirâ??s harmony singing and rhythmic awareness.
SKU: AP.46583
UPC: 038081531588. English. Nigerian Christmas Carol.
A captivating chant opens this a cappella arrangement of the Nigerian Christmas carol, before breaking into a joyous, rhythmic celebration. This well-voiced adaptation allows even developing groups to sing a beloved staple of choral repertoire. Optional percussion parts add to the multicultural excitement!
SKU: AP.46582
UPC: 038081531571. English. Nigerian Christmas Carol.
SKU: HL.125015
UPC: 884088986520. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
The Solfege Suites are unquestionably the most popular set of chorals ever published by Pavane. “Solfege Suite 4-Military Suite†contains: “Parade,†“Reveille†and “Taps.†These pieces not only teach solfege and form but are also concert performable. Great for childrens and youth choirs. Percussion parts available as a free download.
SKU: HL.385163
ISBN 9781705154656. UPC: 196288022459. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
This delightful arrangement of this Bahamian Folk Song is filled with energy and sparkle! Percussion instruments add drive and vitality to the unison singing and carefully crafted harmony.
SKU: HL.35000380
UPC: 747510184959. 6.75x10.5 inches.
This Swahili text is joyously set by Jerry Estes. Rhythmic and catchy repetitive phrases make this choral quick to learn and fun to perform. Add percussion instruments to support a multicultural feel! The text is uplifting and positive, encouraging the singer and the listener to take advantage of what life offers. Very memorable!
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.
