SKU: HL.260530
UPC: 888680726966. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
This is a classic song from the American folk-rock band Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The group's signature tight harmonies make their music perfect for choirs. Parents (and grandparents) in the audience will know every word and your students will experience a style not heard on the radio today.
SKU: AP.48916
UPC: 038081562407. English. American Folk Song.
All aboard for a bouncy rendition of the authentic American train song, a song that has been recorded by many folk artists through the generations. The largely pentatonic tune truly chugs along and includes a few blue notes, adding to the fun. Greg's perky arrangement offers independent voice parts, engaging rhythmic counterpoint, and even a few vocal train whistles---woo woo! No matter which voicing suits your group, be sure to consider adding choreography (available free online), and the toe-tapping SoundTrax accompaniment.
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: GI.G-9116
UPC: 785147911609. English. Text by Mary Louise Bringle.
This tune has a familiarity that will endear it to your choir the first time they sing it. The piece builds from unison, to a two-part round between the men’s and women’s voices, arriving at a three-part verse (a cappella optional). Even this final verse is not challenging. A great piece to have on hand when rehearsal time is short.
SKU: GI.G-6608
UPC: 785147660804. English. Text Source: Based on Psalms 42:3, 5, 43:3, 4. Text by Beth Ann Martinez. Scripture: Psalms 42:3, 5, 43:3, 4.
A diatonic melody in even notes offset by a slightly irregular accompaniment characterizes this setting of Psalm 42. Unison and two-part verses alternate with the SAB refrain. An independent violin or C instrument part, soprano descant, and choral backup to the cantor’s final verse round out this most useful setting. For cantor or soloist C instrument
SKU: HL.8753883
UPC: 884088604066. 6.75x10.5x0.028 inches.
Here is Steve Zegree's arrangement of a 1940s classic by Louis Jordan, set in classic swing style and a bit of an “attitude†for a fun showcase that can be performed by jazz, show or even concert choirs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available as a digital download (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:45.
SKU: AP.46921
UPC: 038081535708. English. Alan Billingsley.
A Christmas classic updated with a fresh Latin groove! Syncopated rhythms energize the vocal lines, which remain true to the carol's original harmonization. A new Fa la la refrain and bridge build excitement leading to the third verse, and a key change near the end results in a big finish. Add the SoundTrax CD, SoundPax, and complete choreography from the Movin' DVD for even more pizzazz!
SKU: AP.46937
UPC: 038081535869. English. Walter de la Mare.
Walter de la Mare's poem is a fantastic example of the Romantic-era imagination, and even more so when paired with this gorgeously haunting music. A delicately constructed piano accompaniment glides beneath shifting contemporary harmonies and varied choral textures, ultimately leading to a beautifully subdued ending.
SKU: HL.35029428
ISBN 9781480363533. UPC: 884088959227. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Jolly Old Saint Nicholas gets a bit jazzy in this new arrangement for the holidays. Starting with the familiar tune, it moves into a relaxed-rock feel with easy jazz harmonies and continues into a jazz waltz. There's even a classical section and plenty of opportunities for solos. A terrifically musical choice for your holiday concert!
SKU: MN.50-6130
UPC: 688670561306. English.
At workshops and conventions we get many requests for good pieces for the smaller choir. This original SAB setting of a very familiar text is exactly that. The supportive keyboard part could really be piano or organ, and the choral parts are easy to sing. Simple but effective, the melody is so engaging that even a larger choir will enjoy singing it. Duration: 3:00.
SKU: HL.1295035
UPC: 196288169970. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Break out the bell bottoms and platform shoes and reminisce to the soulful sounds of this nostalgic medley! These three feel-good songs from the 70's will be a blast to sing! Love Will Keep Us Together; Lean on Me; Shambala.
SKU: AP.47740
UPC: 038081544335. English.
Who can forget this #1 hit by the British duo Wham! Kirby's choral adaptation gets right in the groove of the finger-snapping piece of pop perfection. For even more fun, add the optional SoundPax or SoundTrax CD, 1980s costumes, and some show choir choreography. Jitterbug!
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: JK.00200
Anthem for mixed chorus (SAB) and piano, reassuring us that even when we feel alone, we are loved by God.Composer: Michael McLean Arranger: Mark Burton Lyricist: Michael McLean Difficulty: Medium Performance time: 3:45
SKU: HL.392407
UPC: 196288030249. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
Ranked on Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time, this 1973 soulful soft rock song by the Eagles can occupy any place in your concert, as it's storytelling and memorable strains linger on well after the song has ended.
SKU: HL.1718429
UPC: 196288267492. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Such a brilliant Taylor Swift pop classic! Vibrant and accessible for even inexperienced singers, this dynamic song encourages one and all to never stop moving forward leaving distractions and negativity behind.
SKU: AP.47741
UPC: 038081544342. English.
SKU: HL.325609
UPC: 888680986650. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
When you read the prose of Robert Frost's “Stopping by Woods on Snowy Evening,†you may be struck by the beautiful imagery and quaint mood that the text conjures. Roger Emerson's brilliant choral setting of this classic American poem takes the form and structure of the (mostly) monosyllabic text and weaves a modern, familiar and truly breathtaking musical interpretation akin to a brisk, moonlit gallop of a horse and its rider! Outstanding!
SKU: AP.47595
UPC: 038081542881. English. Words by William Cullen Bryant.
Ruth Morris Gray has a gift for presenting worthy texts in satisfying choral settings, and this piece is no exception. With words from the poem November by William Cullen Bryant, former editor of the New York Evening Post, this expressive concert work evokes the stark beauty of coming winter. An optional C-instrument part adds a shimmering layer to the luscious choral/piano texture.
SKU: JK.01378
Expressive, original piece, arranged for three-part chorus (SAB) and piano, featured in the 2003 Annual Parley P. Pratt Missionary Memorial Fireside and winner of Jackman Music Corporation's 2003 composition contest: I will be Thy hands, Lord...I will teach Thy gospel truths...I will bear my witness.Composer: Tracy Lynn Keeney Arranger: Tracy Lynn Keeney Lyricist: Tracy Lynn Keeney Difficulty: Easy Performance time: 3:30.
