Byron Smith has penned this first selection in the Paul Smith Choral Series which was acclaimed at the 2001 ACDA National Convention. Shout Glory lives up to its name with highly energetic choral writing!

The words and melodies American song writer Stephen Foster exemplify our nation in the 19th century. Dr. Gerald Custer has maintained that character in this madrigal-like setting. The heart from a time gone by sings through in warmth and sincerity. Good high school choirs college and community ensembles will jump at the chance to program this gem.

Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625) remains one of the most notable Renaissance composers of English madrigals. The musical setting of this metaphorical poem has made it his most popular to this day.

This is another fabulous piece by Stacey Gibbs perhaps the current and foremost arranger of Spirituals. It is primarily written for 4-part male voices but does break into some divisi near the end. Some rockin' parts appear in this setting and some play on words as well making it a great concert or festival piece. For high school aged choirs and older. Easy-medium.

Cristian Grases launches his new Latin American and Caribbean Choral Series with this enchanting song of musical mischief that describes a scene in the life of Tottoyo a boy that likes playing outside until the late hours. Energetic entertaining and playful the piece is voiced for treble voices and works for both young and mature choirs. Simple gestures assigned in the music add marvelously to the presentation.

How is it possible to keep a spiritual favorite rooted in the past but sound so new? In this arena Stacey Gibbs is the master. This energetic arrangement was premiered at the ACDA National Convention in 2015 under the direction of Jefferson Johnson. A great concert closer this one will bring the house down. For high school and college male choirs. Medium difficulty.

Includes settings of Silent Night in German Spanish and Korean as well as English.

In a few short years Richard Burchard has become one of the most sought-after and commissioned composers for choral music. His choral writing is romantic and rich harmonically with dense contrapuntal lines. Now he has brought that excellence into an extended multi-movement work on the Seven Last Words of Christ accompanied by divisi strings. This 45 minute work is a breath-taking piece of music. An alternate accompaniment for organ and string quartet is also available. This is a sacred piece that will also perform well in concert venues. Church community and college choirs will find this a worthy piece to program. Medium in difficulty.

The story of Paul Bunyan comes to life and song in this wonderful new 2-part piece.

The spirit of this piece is that of a chamber work with focus on the intimate and delicate interplay between violin and chorus. This setting lends itself to worship service use or a concert performance.