The Stabat Mater is considered to be of 13th century Franciscan origin. In the 15th century it was used as a sequence in connection with the new mass of the compassion of the Virgin Mary and became an official part of the Roman liturgy in 1727.Picturing the darkest hour in the passion story the poet poignantlydescribes Mary the mother of Christ broken by suffering weepingat the foot of the cross.The setting by Pergolesi composed in Naples Italy shortly before hisdeath from tuberculosis at the young age of 26 is recognized as amasterpiece. Pergolesi has cleverly combined 2 styles: the learnedcounterpoint of the style Antico and the new decorative languageof the Neopolitan opera. Composer/critic Jean-Jacques Rousseau calledthe opening movement 'the most perfect and touching duet to come fromthe pen of any composer'. The final amen can be heard at the end ofthe movie Amadeus. Mozart greatly admired the music of Pergolesi.The complete work was first published in London in 1749. The excerptsthat were chosen for this edition work extraordinarily well withyoung treble voice choir.Included In Collection:1. Stabat Mater Dolorosa- Mvt 1.2. Quae Moerebat Et Dolebat- Mvt 4.3. Fac Ut Ardeat Cor Meum- Mvt 8.4. Inflammatus Et Accensus- Mvt11.5. Quando Corpus- Mvt12. (Includes Mvnt 'Amen')

Songs Of A Rainbow Nation comprises four great songs from South Africa arranged for soprano alto and combined men's voices with a straightforward piano accompaniment - ideal for beginner choirs and for choirs in which the male singers are few or at the stage when their voices are changing. Included are: Hamba Lulu - a wedding song with a gentle comforting rhythm; Jesu Ukukhanya - featuring a call-and-response structure where a simple solo line is followed by a choral answer; Si Njay Njay Njay - a joyfully exuberant song with an infectious rhythm which can also beperformed a cappella with some optional percussion for greater effect; and Weeping - a South African pop song from the band Bright Blue which uses as its chorus the refrain from the Zulu anthem N’kosi Sikeleli Africa (God Bless Africa).  If you enjoy these songs try L’Estrange’s hit cantata Zimbe! Come sing the songs of Africa!  The arrangements form part of the Choral Basics series which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginner choirs. Perfect for singers of all ages the series offers attractive idiomatic arrangements for SA and SA/Men choirs with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward piano accompaniments that support the singers. Embracing world music spirituals folk song pop classics hit shows and original pieces this series offers everything a budding choir could wish for.

Les Fables de La Fontaine ont depuis longtemps attire? les compositeurs, Rythme?es et hautes en couleurs, beaucoup de ces petites sce?nes appellent irre?sistiblement la mise en voix comme autant de petites sce?nes the?a?trales, C'est du moins dans cet esprit que j'ai traite? Le Rat de ville et le Rat des champs, selon une ve?ritable mise en sce?ne miniature, Le piano joue alors un ro?le majeur, commentant l'action et comple?tant le discours musical autant qu'il ' accompagne ' les voix,Divers e?pisodes narratifs alternent qui collent au plus pre?t a? la narration (sans refuser parfois un certain figuralisme re?cre?atif), Cette structure en e?pisodes nettement diffe?rencie?s, mais condense?s en une dure?e assez bre?ve (4 mn environ), explique le sous-titre de ' micro-cantate ', Le premier motif chante? par le choeur revient, apre?s les pe?ripe?ties centrales, vers la fin de l'oeuvre, qui se termine enfin par un fugato entre les deux voix en canon strict,D'une e?criture largement tonale et fonde?e sur des carrures claires pour en faciliter l'apprentissage, l'oeuvre a e?te? pense?e a? deux voix, Celles-ci sont la plupart du temps impe?ratives (notamment pour le final) mais il est possible, le cas e?che?ant, de re?duire plusieurs se?quences a? une seule voix : les parties vocales qui pourraient e?tre alors supprime?es sont signale?es entre crochets, De me?me, certains passages peuvent e?tre confie?s a? des voix solistes, soit pour varier les textures, soit pour alle?ger l'apprentissage pour l'ensemble des enfants, Enfin, les petites notes de la partie de piano (mes, 49-50) ne doivent e?tre joue?es que s'il s'ave?re indispensable de soutenir les voix en cas de difficulte? d'intonation - dans l'ide?al, on ne les jouera pas, / Choeur D'Enfants Et Piano

A modern day music theatre phenomenon Matilda The Musical is the multiple Olivier Award-winning adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic children's novel from the Royal Shakespeare Company. This book contains five songs from the show specially arranged in two parts for young groups and choirs. The included download card contains complete vocal and piano demonstrations plus piano-only accompaniments to each song. Each themed book in the Little Voices series contains five songs that make a perfect introduction to part-singing for beginner groups. Watch this brilliant performance from Matilda: The Musical (West End) - When I GrowUp:

Based on Symphony No.7 Second Movement by Ludwig van Beethoven-Uses: Holy Week Good FridayScripture: Matthew 27:59; John 19:38-42; Mark 15:46; Luke 27:55-56Though only scored for 2-part choir this Holy Week lament has a power and conviction essential for theshadows of Holy Week. Utilizing the immortal theme of Beethoven's seventh symphony the dramatic dirge-like pattern beats a steady reminder of the price of grace.

The Beatles' chanson Yellow Submarine, arrangé pour choeur 2-partie avec accompagnement au piano à succès. / Voix / 8 pages / Chanson En Séparée

Discovery Level 2-Reflecting the times in our lives that we feel so great we have to burst into song. ?Rejoice and Sing? are here represented in Latin ?Exultate! Cantate!? Allowing young singers to sing in Latin and with total independence as part 1 and part 2 can each stand alone.

This in an outstanding collection of twelve African-American spirituals arranged for upper voices. Rosephanye and William C. Powell have collaborated with some of the most talented and respected spiritual arrangers in the United States to deliver specially commissioned authentic settings. You'll find familiar melodies such as 'Deep River' and 'Somebody's knockin' at yo' do'' alongside lesser-known spirituals and a range of styles and moods extending from the aspirational to the celebratory. Many of the arrangements include a 'lead voice' part allowing the opportunity for solo singing and idiomatic piano parts support the voices for the accompanied spirituals; pianoreductions are included for the unaccompanied arrangements. This inspirational journey through the African-American spiritual tradition is sure to captivate and delight all upper-voice choirs.Arrangements in tow three or four parts'Lead Voice' parts for three arrangementsAccompanied and unaccompaniedPiano reductions for a capella arrangementsAuthentic arrangements by specialistsRange of styles and moods Edited by Rosephanye Powell and William C. PowellRosephanye Powell is a singer arranger and widely published composer. A graduate of the Florida State University Westminster Choir College and Alabama State University she has distinguished herself as a researcher and interpreter of the African-American spiritual. She has served as a consultant for nationally syndicated radio published articles on the subject and presented lectures and performances at high schools colleges universities music organizations and churches around the United States. Her spiritual arrangements have been commissioned by nationally and internationally recognized professional choral groups and conductors. She was appointed Professor of Voice at Auburn University in 2001.William C. Powell holds degrees from Alabama State University

Kirby has captured the 1940s swing style in this novelty hit of that decade. It's up-beat positive and the easy group “riff” section adds energy and teaching opportunities. With the multiple voicings available allage levels will enjoy learning and performing this standard song. Great for show choirs and festival choirs as well. Parts for guitar bass and drums included in the choral. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part StudioTrax CD.

A Sabbath evening worship service according to the New Union Prayer Book (Gates of Prayer) of 17 pieces for cantor soprano two-part equal voice choir organ and woodwind quintet (Flute/Piccolo Oboe Bb Clarinet Horn and Bassoon).

from Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs-From the hit animated film Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs where food rains down from the clouds this upbeat and cheerful song performed by Miranda Cosgrove is a delightful choice that's especially good for younger choirs andaudiences. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.

Each themed book in the Little Voices series contains five songs that make a perfect introduction to part-singing for beginner groups.The modern day musical theatre phenomenon Matilda is the multiple Olivier Award-winning adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic children’s novel performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company.This book contains the songs Naughty School Song When I Grow Up My House and Revolting Children.