Collection. Whether you have a developing choir, elementary choir or even a beginning high school choir, music educators need quality and exciting choral literature for both male and female singers and the ever-changing vocal challenges of this age group. Two-part chorals are excellent tools to build bridges to the art of choral singing for young and inexperienced singers. They can also be valuable assessment tools for more experienced singers or at the beginning of the school year for new choirs. Let Music Live! Energetic and Inspiring Chorals for 2-Part Singers is designed to add energy, excitement and inspiration to rehearsal and performance. Ten gospel, Christmas/holiday, Latin settings, novelty, original and inspirational texts and folk and traditional songs fill this REPRODUCIBLE collection that can be used all year long. Rehearsal suggestions with warm-ups are included for each piece along with choreography and additional instrumentation for selected chorals. The online access to Full Performance and Accompaniment Only audio recordings and Singer PDF parts makes this collection a real budget stretcher!

from The Lion King II: Simba's Pride-In 1998 Disney followed their ultra-successful feature The Lion King with The Lion King 2: Simba’s Pride. The main and recurring theme: We are One continues to blend basic Christian attitudes with New Age philosophy and full vocal sonorities bolster this dramatic anthem. This is an inspirational choral setting for 2-part Choir and Piano accompaniment arranged by Roger Emerson based on Tom Snow’s engaging music. The overriding message is to find courage wisdom and strength within yourself and realise that ‘the team’ is more important than the individual.

This dramatic work by Sally Albrecht carries an inspirational message about friendship and about how through working together we can all achieve wonderful things.A stirring text combined with solid choral writing make I Am A Small Part Of The World an ideal choice for concerts and festivals. Perfect for massed choirs or for any size choir this emotive piece full of strength power and determination starts small builds and then ends quietly: 'I am a small part of the world. Take my hand.'

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

Uses: Christmas Eve ChristmasScriptures: Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:1-12Majestic and inspirational this setting of O Come All Ye Faithful makes the ideal addition to any service during theChristmas season. The choir of unison voices opens the piece accompanied by a stellar organ part that beautifully supports the noble ADESTE FIDELES tune. In stanzas 2 and 3 a resounding vocal descant joins the melody thatheightens the spirit of glorious celebration. The congregation also has the opportunity to join the singing in stanza 3 making the anthem an excellent selection for use in corporate worship. Available separately: Unison/opt.2-Part Treble/opt. Cong. CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:04

With a powerful message this choral has a strong easy chorus and opportunities for solos. The song builds musically and dynamically throughout. With the addition of the American Sign Language instructions and graphics it willbe visually moving and informative. Reproducible graphics are provided within the choral for t-shirts posters and event programs. Definitely an inspirational choice!

One of the most important pop songs of all time, this award-winning classic brought together some of the biggest names in the recording industry at that time for famine relief. Now, for the 25th Anniversary of the song, the recording industry's biggest new stars have come together to raise funds for Haiti. This will be a powerful and inspirational message for our time! This carefully crafted arrangement allows choirs to perform this with or without the new rap section - the ShowTrax CD includes accompaniment tracks for both options. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, SSA, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 5:00. / 2 Parties Mixtes

This dramatic and powerful original will be an uplifting concert theme or opener with an inspirational text that pays tribute to the power of music in our lives. Solo opportunities great choreography possibilities and anenergetic combo orchestration make this a great festival selection! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available as a digital download (fl tpt 1 tpt 2 tsx tbn syn gtr b dm). Duration: ca.3:15.

This inspirational original work is a reflection on America - the dedication to ideals of liberty the sweeping landscape and the promise of a new life in a new world. A wonderful and uplifting closer to any concert! Availableseparately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

This irresistible song by indie pop singer/songwriter Ingrid Michaelson celebrates the deep-rooted connections between people to create an inspirational and affirming musical showcase for choirs of all levels and styles! Available separately: SATB 3-Part Mixed 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts (syn gtr bs drm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:10.

The inspirational text of Langston Hughes is set perfectly for young voices by Rollo Dilworth. An easy vocal ostinato works with the accompaniment to support the lyric. Available separately: 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Gospel-styled this up-tempo inspirational original asks the singer and audience to be an example of love in every way. There are many solo opportunities throughout as well as a hot breakdown section that eventually leads to a final rousing chorus with extreme excitement. A surefire winner! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:35.

Cheerful and inspirational Wings to Fly is an energetic concert or festival piece for two-part treble voices. Appropriate for graduation or any time of year this delightful song of hope and promise will bring smiles to the facesof all who hear it. Full piano accompaniment on Piano Trax 2003 (35016948).

Everest Charles W.-The southern folk harp tradition is full of inspirational melodies. Here Jonathan Shippey sets one of these melodies for two-part mixed voices with piano and optional hammered dulcimer (though it works fine without the dulcimer). Be creative it's worth it!

Lady Antebellum has established a stellar reputation with their rich harmonies and impeccable instrumental skills. This uplifting song featured in the movie Act of Valor and also covered by Kristin Chenoweth is an inspirational choice perfect for graduation and other end-of-the-year programs. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:20.