SKU: HL.337488
UPC: 840126911503. 5.0x5.0x0.145 inches.
Singer-songwriter Adam Friedman brought this funky, positive, and original composition to the judges on NBC's Songland. Moved by its message and upbeat sensibility, will.i.am chose the song to record as a brand new Black Eyed Peas single. This song will brighten anyone's day!
SKU: AP.30913
UPC: 038081336855. English. Traditional French Carol.
Optional harpsichord, hand drum, triangle, and 2 flutes will enhance, but are not required to realize, the Renaissance sound of this recognizable French Carol. A nice change of pace for holiday performances, a strong way to show your choir's polish. Percussion and Flute parts are available free, online.
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: AP.46556
UPC: 038081531311. Swahili. Traditional Lesotho Lullaby.
A combination of the traditional Lesotho lullaby with some original words and music, this arrangement pairs a simple African text with English lyrics on the same topic. All parts sing in unison first, laying the groundwork for both two and three part canons which soon develop. Legato verses and a hushed bridge provide nice contrast to the form. Choreography is on Alfred's Movin' DVD.
SKU: AP.39730
UPC: 038081443911. English.
Originally written for the 1937 movie A Damsel in Distress, this Gershwin classic was featured in the 1992 Tony Award-winning musical Crazy for You and has been recently revived as the title song of the 2012 Broadway hit. Jay's swingin' arrangement features tight harmonies and two brief solos.
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: AP.47590
UPC: 038081542836. English.
All the glee and joy of a much-anticipated holiday bursts off the page in this cheerful, chipper showstopper, which features a nice balance of unison and beginning-level two-part singing. For an extra festive touch, add the optional glockenspiel part or the perky SoundTrax CD.
SKU: HL.274800
UPC: 888680740849. 5.0x5.0x0.148 inches.
Focusing on the healing power of music while enjoying the natural beauty of the outdoors, this is a song with a message. A nice combination of style and substance for your concert.
SKU: HL.339901
UPC: 840126917666. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.
This little 3 song medley is full of the iconic Doo-wop style that was so popular in the 1950's and continues today. A nice range of tempos make this an attractive group for programming and if you don't have a combo, the ShowTrax is great.
SKU: HL.141255
UPC: 888680044138. 5x5 inches.
This song from the Yiddish theater also found popularity in the folk movement of the 1960s and this arrangement will be a nice addition to multicultural programming for choirs of today. Use dynamics and phrasing to help tell the story of the calf on the way to market.
SKU: LO.99-4036L
UPC: 000308155334.
Performance/accompaniment CD for 10/5330L Anna Laura Page combines a delightful German folk melody with the classic text Now Thank We All Our God in this easily prepared anthem for Thanksgiving or any Sunday. An optional flute part provides a nice opportunity for musical collaboration.
SKU: LO.99-2689L
UPC: 000308125689.
Pairing an original setting of Psalm 100 with the classic praise and worship song by Brian Doerksen, Larry Shackley has created a jubilant, syncopated groove that will have your congregation tapping their toes to the music. Colorful harmonies in the accompaniment provide a nice complement to accessible, easy-to-learn vocals. Come, make a joyful noise to God on high!.
SKU: HL.289631
UPC: 888680916473. 5.0x5.0x0.154 inches.
Named one of the top rock songs of all time and part of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this classic from the band Boston fits nicely in the voice. This arrangement is full of style and gives your singers the chance to explore pop/rock stylings while maintaining strong vocal technique.
SKU: LO.99-3020L
UPC: 000308132311.
Incorporating a verse of the traditional O God Our Help in Ages Past, this regal Lloyd Larson anthem beautifully conveys the feeling of a congregational hymn concertato. Strong acclamations of faith alternate and contrast nicely with more legato passages to create a truly moving musical experience that is enhanced by the optional instrumental accompaniment.
SKU: LO.99-2998L
UPC: 000308131826.
This brilliant, dance-like setting of the fifteenth-century carol Puer Nobis Nascitur contains solid expert vocal writing that makes this piece great for church and school choirs. The accompaniment is wonderfully conceived and complements the vocals nicely, but it's not hard to play--even at the brisk tempo. Optional brass and percussion add a festive touch.
SKU: HP.9019
UPC: 763628190194.
A choral Worship Experience for Holy Week Familiar hymns and original music, combined with two narrators reading from scripture, tell the story of Jesus' final days in this new cantata for the Lent & Easter season. Intentionally, written to be accessible to most choirs, and suitable anytime during the Lent & Easter season. Accompaniment can be provided by piano, or piano plus flute, clarinet, French horn, and cello. Performance time is 30 minutes, so this will fit nicely into a worship service.
SKU: HP.9012
UPC: 763628190125.
