From Moana. Arranged by Roger Emerson. Disney Choral. Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

By Wayne Haun. For SAB choir. Christmas, Sacred. Cantata. Published by Radiant Music. (65/1940RA)

(Flow Gently, Sweet Afton). Arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram. For SSA choir, Keyboard. Octavo. 8 pages. Published by BriLee Music

Choir Sacred (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.47639

Composed by Cliff Goldmacher and Lisa Loeb. Arranged by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Chanukah; Holiday Pops; Sacred. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47639. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47639).

UPC: 038081543321. English.

A folk-infused ballad celebrating the miracle of Hanukkah. Originally recorded by 90s pop sensation Lisa Loeb, this reflective change-of-pace choral features a rhythmic yet mellow accompaniment and straightforward but expressive vocal parts. Whether you perform with the guitar-inspired piano part, the optional SoundTrax CD, or a folk ensemble of your own, this is truly a special touch for holiday concerts.

Because of changes in our school's schedule and the taking away of the music requirement in 7th and 8th grade, our choir numbers have dropped significantly. Searching for music that has educational value and that the choir will sound good on (we know that's important for the parents and faculty) I came across Light arranged by Andy Beck. This quickly became a favorite of my choir! The kids are excited to rehearse it every day and the sound they are achieving fits the folk-like feel of the piece.

We are using the 2-Part version. Being 7th and 8th graders, of my nine boys, three are unchanged voices (singing alto as written) and my other six are in varying stages of voice change. Those six are bouncing back and forth between alto and soprano parts, singing them down an octave.

Thank you for providing a great piece for the holiday season!

Matt Albrecht
Choir Director
Copley-Fairlawn Middle School

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.

Two Folksongs of Love and Loss. Composed by American Folk Song Irish Folk Song. Arranged by Greg Gilpin. Fold. Octavo. 8 pages. Duration 1 minute, 40 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9646. Published by Carl Fischer Music

Piano, SAB choir

SKU: LO.10-5810L

Composed by Bryan Sharpe. Choral. Sacred Anthem, Christmas, General. Octavo. Lorenz Publishing Company #10/5810L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.10-5810L).

ISBN 9780787779948.

This compelling SAB arrangement by Bryan Sharpe features both of the melodies commonly associated with â??Away in a Mangerâ? (MUELLER and CRADLE SONG). A contemporary piano accompaniment supports these well-known tunes with fresh harmonies and pianistic textures, and an optional Spanish translation of the traditional lyric offers a unique opportunity for multicultural worship.

From the movie Smallfoot. Composed by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick. Arranged by Lisa DeSpain. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Movie; Pop; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00- 47662. Published by Alfred Music

SAB choir, keyboard, piano accompaniment

SKU: GI.G-008814

Composed by Michael A. Perza. Advent, Advent 4 Year C, advent 3 Year A, advent 3 Year B, advent 4 Year B. Tune Name: Shining Hope. Sacred. Octavo. With guitar chord names. 12 pages. GIA Publications #008814. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-008814).

UPC: 641151088143.

Michael writes, adapts, and arranges music that always catches the eyes and ears of music directors. Choral accessibility and musical care are foremost in his mind as he writes. Michael's setting of this cherished prayer is one of his best to date. The accompaniment is reminiscent of the well-known Bach/Gounod setting as the arpeggio figures accompany the vocal line and choral harmonies. Within the choral texture are some unusual but pleasing harmonic shifts to keep singer and listener engaged. If you know any of Michael's earlier works, you will surely want this one in your library.

By K. Lee Scott. For keyboard (SAB choir). Choral Music. Choral. Advent. Medium. Octavo. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers

By Michael Praetorius (1571-1621). Arranged by Russell L. Robinson. For Choir. (SSA, a cappella). Choral Octavo. Masterwork, Christmas. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Choral (TTB Choir)

SKU: HL.35031472

By OneRepublic. By Brent Kutzle, Ryan Tedder, and Steve Wilmot. Arranged by Paul Langford. Shawnee Press. Pop. Octavo. 16 pages. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.35031472).

ISBN 9781495089077. UPC: 888680667887. 6.75x10.5 inches.

Another chart hit from OneRepublic, this fast-paced dance groove is true to the original with a hot track and percussive vocal rhythms. A terrific idea for graduation singing about “when we were kids” and all the fun we shared. “Don't know what's 'round the corner, way I feel right now I swear we'll never change.andrdquo.

By Larry Shackley. For SAB choir and piano. Christmas, Sacred. Cantata. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company. (65/2003L)