By Stephen Flaherty, lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Arranged by Jeff Funk. For Choir. (TTBB). Choral Octavo. Pop Choral Series. Level: Moderate (grade III). Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Choral TTBB choir, piano

SKU: CF.CM9635

Composed by Victor Johnson. Fold. Performance Score. 12 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 19 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9635. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9635).

ISBN 9781491157077. UPC: 680160915637. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: E major. English, English. Abram Joseph Ryan (1838-1886).

Victor Johnson captures the mystery and nuance of the bittersweet poem, Wake Me a Song, by American poet, Abram Joseph Ryan. Nuance, text, and Johnson's rich harmonies paired with intertwining textures make this a noteworthy addition to any program. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9561).
About the Author Abram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states. Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky. About the Song Wake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment. To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections. One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of Painting the Phrase. The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and paint the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.
About the AuthorAbram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states.Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky.About the SongWake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment.To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections.One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of “Painting the Phrase.” The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and “paint” the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.

By Jay Althouse. For Choir. (TTBB, a cappella). Choral Octavo. Choral Designs. Spiritual, Christmas. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.
Level: Level 3 (grade L3).

TTBB and Powwow (or Hand) Drum Choral (TTBB Choir) Lakota Spiritual Arranged for TTBB and Powwow (or Hand) Drum. Composed by Linthicum- Blackhorse. Gentry Publications. American Indian, Folk, Multicultural, Native American. Octavo. 16 pages. Gentry Publications #JG2668. Published by Gentry Publications

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.47625

From Ragtime. Composed by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Arranged by Kirby Shaw. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Broadway; Secular. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-47625. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47625).

UPC: 038081543185. English.

Here's the heart-swelling central anthem from Ragtime, beautifully arranged for a cappella voices! A lush ah and oo introduction yields to the stirring strains of Stephen Flaherty's stunning Broadway ballad, which gradually builds to a wall of sound as Lynn Ahrens' lyrics unfold. This arrangement delivers the spirit and truth of an important message---especially relevant today.

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.

(Jubilate Agno). Composed by Z. Randall Stroope. For TTBB choir, piano, optional string quartet accompaniment. Octavo. 16 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 5 seconds. Published by Carl Fischer

Arranged by Keith Christopher. Choir Secular. Men's Choir. Choral Octavo. Choral Designs. Folk; Secular. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Music

By Conrad Susa. Text: Spanish and Catalan Folksongs. For TTBB Choir, Harp, Guitar, Marimba. (Mens Voices). Christmas. Choral. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing.

TTBB choir, piano accompaniment - Intermediate

SKU: GI.WW1685

Composed by Uzee Brown, Jr. Arranged by Uzee Brown. Walton Choral. Classical. Octavo. 12 pages. Walton Music #WW1685. Published by Walton Music (GI.WW1685).

UPC: 785147010265. English. Text source: Traditional spiritual.

The incomparable Uzee Brown has set this dynamic spiritual for men's voices. Fantastic vocal writing supported by a solid piano accompaniment along with opportunities for a soloist make this an excellent option for a wide variety of levels.

From the Musical Ragtime. Composed by Lynn Ahrens; music by Stephen Flaherty. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Broadway; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-43356. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43356).

Arranged by Tom Trenney. Pavane Choral. Octavo. 8 pages. Pavane Publishing #P1571. Published by Pavane Publishing (HL.225663).