SKU: OU.9780193561335

ISBN 9780193561335. 10 x 7 inches.

For SATBB unaccompanied By The Way, I Love You is a fun a cappella number that sets words by Garth Bardsley in a big band style. Swing and rhythmic groove is vital to the performance, with the catchy melody held first by the sopranos before passing between the voices, always over a bed of lively scat singing.

SKU: CF.CM9787

ISBN 9781491164587. UPC: 680160923496. Key: D major. English. Original.

The text for the first voicing (SSA) of this piece came to me in the fall of 2020 while teaching at Crosby High School in Crosby, Texas. My students, though enthusiastic to be back in Choir, were struggling to cope with the civil unrest around them, in addition to the pandemic. When considering how I could help them navigate this time, I realized that they were in need of some sort of consistency, of feeling grounded in themselves. As we  focused on building of community and citizenship, this text and tune came to mind, each phrase highlighting an element of personal and community wellness.I lead with my spirit keeping love in the circle around me. (Social)Expressing my spirit (Occupational)Loving what I can see and cannot see, I'll take care of the vessel I am in (Physical)I love with me that's under the skin (Emotional)Taking care of my mind (Intellectual)Envisioning the me I want to be (Spiritual)I had the honor of collaborating with composer/educator Saleel Menon to create the beautiful piano accompaniment and SATB setting.Who I Want To Be opens with a solo functioning as a mantra throughout the tune. As the piece continues, voices join in unison and harmony to emphasize the intent.When the repeats in mm. 48–51 occur, invite students to share some of their own mantras and affirmations, or feel free to borrow from the words my students in the Crosby HS choir inspired me to write:Allow yourself graceI am persistentI am fragile, not brokenYou are worthyI am worthyI know that your success is not my demise!The only validation I need is my ownI believe in myselfI see youIt’s okay to not be okayBreatheI love and I am lovedPrepare yourself for not only a powerful performance, but a rewarding experience and conversations with your students.THIS is the piece you want stuck in your students’ heads!~CRM.

SKU: CR.984328

ISBN 9780758666147. 7 X 10.25 inches.

Michael Larkin's gentle anthem of comfort is based on Isaiah 43:1 - 4. The luscious choral textures are supported by a decorative piano accompaniment, making this an accessible piece for choirs of all abilities. The text appears in Lutheran Service Book's Three-Year Lectionary, Series C, as the Old Testament Reading for the Baptism of Our Lord. The piece also makes a wonderful anthem for baptisms and confirmations.

Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you.
I have called you by your name, and you are Mine.
Do not be afraid, for you are Mine.

When you pass through deep waters the waves will not cover you.
When you pass through the fire the flames will not touch you.
The flames will not touch you.
Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you.
I have called you by your name, and you are Mine.
For I am the Lord your God; you are precious in My sight.

I love you with a perfect love.
I love you with a perfect love, a perfect love.

SKU: LP.MB-748A

ISBN 9780834195813.

All the Best Songs for Youth features 102 of the best songs for youth. This collection contains new songs choruses praise songs and favorites from artists and writers including Audio Adrenaline Newsboys Al Denson Steven Curtis Chapman Clay Crosse Twila Paris Michael W. Smith and more. A great all-around resource for group singing youth choirs or solos. Arranged by Dennis Allen. Titles include Big House; Facts Are Facts; Shine; Be Bold Be Strong; Awesome God; God Is in Control; His Love Is Strong; I Am Somebody; I Believe in Jesus; Pharaoh Pharaoh; Lord I Lift Your Name on High; I Pledge Allegiance to the Lamb; Jesus Is a River of Love; God Will Make a Way; No Fear; Sing Shout Clap; Victory Chant; Willing Heart; You Are the One; My Turn Now; Change My Heart O God; Be the One; Hosanna; You're the King; I'm Not Ashamed; and more.