SKU: LO.99-2967L
UPC: 000308130676.
Patti Drennan combines two beloved traditional nineteenth-century folk hymns with a favorite eighteenth-century text to bring new life to an old favorite in this lovely and flexible setting. The rhythmic and lively accompaniment offers an appealing, sturdy folk feel that permeates the piece and is enhanced by the optional C-instrument obbligato.
SKU: HP.C6298C
UPC: 763628962982.
Classic 19th century text The classic 19th century Christmas text is presented here with new music in this lovely, choral offering. The melody rises to express the key climatic moments: Hail that ever-blessed morn, hail redemption's happy dawn. Sing through all Jerusalem: Christ is born in Bethlehem. The addition of a C instrument enhances the overall effect.
SKU: AP.41628
UPC: 038081467085. English. Lloyd Stone; music by Jean Sibelius.
Based on Sibelius' Finlandia, this impressive selection is like two phenomenal arrangements in one: the first half, a stunning homophonic treatment of This Is My Song; the second half, a Zulu translation set to a world music groove. A powerful multicultural standout!
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: HL.110405
UPC: 884088862817. 5x5 inches.
The 17th century poem by Robert Herrick forms the basis for this lovely setting. The solo opening is taken up by the choir in a gently imitative way, followed by a contrasting middle section that reflects the imagery portrayed in the text. Finally, the music modulates and the rich choral textures bring the work to a fulfilling conclusion. Available separately: SATB/Solo, SAB/Solo, SSA/Solo, ChoirTrax CD. Chamber Orchestra score and parts available as a printed edition and as a digital download (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db). Duration: ca. 3:45.
SKU: AP.47694
UPC: 038081543871. English. Marc Blitzstein; original German & Bert Brecht; music by Kurt Weill.
Originally written for The Threepenny Opera and famously covered by the likes of Louis Armstrong, Bobby Darin, and Frank Sinatra, this song has become one of the best-known jazz standards of the twentieth century. Mark's arrangement captures all the style of Kurt Weill's original score, building in excitement right to the very end. Perform with the swingin' piano accompaniment, add live horns and rhythm with the optional SoundPax, or check out our hip live-instrument SoundTrax CD.
About Alfred Pop Choral Series
The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.
SKU: HP.C6107C
UPC: 763628961077. By Kathleen Thomerson.
20th Century hymn by Kathleen Thomerson This 20th century hymn is useful for so many occasions during the church year including Epiphany, Transfiguration, Discipleship, and even the Advent and second coming of Christ. It is rich with scriptural references and set for SATB voices, piano, and solo trumpet in a straightforward, solid presentation.
SKU: AP.43513
UPC: 038081490533. English. Sally K. Albrecht.
Kids will love this fun partner song arrangement of a turn-of-the-century American parlor song. After crooning through the familiar melody, singers will delight in the stylized vocal slides that shape the Ragtime-y counterline. Put it all together with Sally's choreography notes, included in the publication and demonstrated on With a Song!
SKU: HL.263247
UPC: 888680729448. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
Juxtaposing styles of the 16th century melody with classical and contemporary harmonies and rhythms, here is an unexpected and surprising twist on this traditional Christmas ballad that really works. With a quick and constantly moving piano accompaniment, long lines and surprising rhythms and harmonies in the choral writing, your audience will remember this long after the concert.
SKU: LO.99-4007L
UPC: 000308153484.
Performance/accompaniment CD for 10/5305L This celebration of Christian unity combines the words of the nineteenth-century hymnwriter Daniel W. Whittle with a bold, uplifting tune by Mary McDonald. Ideal for special church services, the anthem offers a full orchestration, a smaller version for brass and percussion, and an opportunity for congregational singing. The performance/accompaniment CD includes both the brass and percussion accompaniment and the full orchestra accompaniment.
SKU: HL.256313
UPC: 888680723620. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
Here is a modern take on the beautiful 15th century chant. With driving and syncopated rhythms, this is a sure fire hit for your Christmas program.
SKU: HL.346065
UPC: 840126921885. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
Here is a fresh take on a standard Christmas Carol. This 18th century melody has been arranged countless times but this one will be a pleasant surprise to everyone.
SKU: LO.99-2447L
UPC: 000308121933.
Boldly triumphant, this Easter anthem features new music and text by two of this century’s premier church writers. It opens with brilliant figures in the accompaniment and a majestic choral acclamation. The second verse is more reflective, recalling the crucifixion. The tempo quickens as the fanfare returns, heralding the entrance of Beethoven’s beloved Ode to Joy. Shifting again in tempo and in key, the final verse resounds with victorious grandeur and rising alleluias. (From the cantata Forsaken. SATB – 55/1112L; SAB – 55/1113L.).
SKU: HL.149890
UPC: 888680081164. 5x5 inches.
This 19th century soldiers' song paints a humorous view of army life and will be a fun, tongue-in-cheek novelty for a young male choir! Great for staging/choreography and adding a comedic touch to your next concert!
SKU: LO.99-2510L
UPC: 000308124408.
This lively, dance-like 16th century tune has inspired both secular and sacred arrangements by generations of writers. Now, Michael Bryson has ingeniously paired it with two historic texts, one for Advent/Christmas (“Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesusâ€) and one for General/Eastertide (“I Will Sing of My Redeemerâ€). Optional Flute and Percussion add to this anthem, which features regular two against three rhythm passages and imaginative choral writing.
SKU: HL.319975
UPC: 888680973841. 5.0x5.0x0.198 inches.
Combining the thematic elements of two popular Korean folk songs, Doraji has roots that date back to the 15th Century. With the included flute part, Donnelly and Strid have arranged Korean language melodies alongside English translations to beautiful and pensive effect!
SKU: HL.339307
UPC: 840126914764. 5.0x5.0x0.121 inches.
This Tony-winning 2008 rock musical touched upon many themes that affect day to day lives in the 21st century. With music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, this powerful and challenging rumination on reality is a perfect fit for choir!
SKU: AP.50160
UPC: 038081573304. Japanese. Words by Emperor Sutoku.
The text of this multicultural feature is a waka (an ancient Japanese poetic form) written by 12th-century ruler Emperor Sutoku. Ruth Morris Gray's original music highlights the poem's depth and explores its theme of separation. Crafted with two minor-key melodies (one sung in Japanese, the other in English) that artfully intertwine at the pinnacle moment. A pronunciation guide is included in the publication.
SKU: LO.99-3847L
UPC: 000308149494.
Performance/accompaniment CD for “Come, Ye Sinners, Poor and Needy†(10/5109L) The a cappella setting of the nineteenth-century tune RESTORATION from William Walker’s Southern Harmony is arranged in an early American style with creative vocal textures and a vocal solo. Optional percussion parts are offered to assist in driving the rhythmic energy.
SKU: LO.99-2677L
UPC: 000308125054.
Gospel meets Christmas in this imaginative arrangement from Craig Curry. Short soli sections for both women and men are utilized in this Brooklyn Tab-style setting of the sixteenth-century carol. On its own, the accompaniment rocks, but the inclusion of the optional instrumental ensemble will really bring people to their feet.
SKU: LO.99-3258L
UPC: 000308137699.
This treasured nineteenth-century American folk hymn is presented in a relaxed yet rhythmic arrangement with effective vocal counterpoint that is accessible to choirs of all sizes.
SKU: LO.99-2850L
UPC: 000308128222.
Mixing classical touches with his own dynamic style to create a spirited selection for twenty-first century choirs, Mark Hayes has brilliantly crafted this timeless hymn favorite to incorporate three celebrated tunes. Opening with DIADEM, flowing into MILES LANE, and closing triumphantly with CORONATION, this majestic setting also features optional brass and percussion to add a regal touch.
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