Songs Of Sanctuary is an extended choral-type work based on the European classical tradition but where the vocal sound is more akin to 'ethnic' or 'world' music. The idea was to have some thematic unity within the work as a whole rather than a collection of disparate pieces in song form. This vocal score which includes the optional recorder part in the score is primarily intended for rehearsal use. However it is possible to make a convincing performance with voices and piano.

Now adapted for SSAA by Richard Gabrillo Craig Hella Johnson's setting of Dolly Parton's Light of a Clear Blue Morning is infused with light and hopefulness as it opens with a solo soprano and gradually builds to a joyful overflowing of sound and vocal texture then gently relaxing into a reflective conclusion. With soprano recorder.

Now available for SSAA, this exciting mixed-meter festival piece features both Latin and English versions of Psalm 130: 'Out of my depths I have cried to thee, O Lord.? Recording provided by the Virginia District XV High School Women's Honor Choir, directed by Russell Robinson, RonArt Associates Recordings. Optional rental orchestration available at alfred.com/rental. / Choeur SSAA

The Grammy®-winning singer Kelly Clarkson scored big with an elegant pitch-perfect and rousing rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Super Bowl XLVI with choral back-up provided by the Indianapolis Children'sChoir conducted by Henry Leck. Here is the arrangement in two keys the original in G as sung by Kelly and a B-flat edition for use with soprano or tenor soloist or a group of singers. Recorded by the Indianapolis Children'sChoir Rachel Anderson soloist.

This doo-wop novelty favorite from 1957 was recorded by both The Rays and Herman's Hermits and will surely be an audience favorite! This doo-wop novelty favorite from 1957 was recorded by both The Rays and Herman's Hermits and will surely be an audience favorite!

Ever since John Coltrane's 1961 recording Rodgers & Hammerstein's My Favorite Things has been a favorite choice for jazz improvisation. Mitos Andaya's SSAA setting is second to none for advanced women's ensembles and all-statehonor groups. Duration: ca. 5:15 (without instrumental break).

Recorded by many artists including Tony Bennett Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darrin this selection was featured in the Broadway production of All American. Beautiful harmonies and a lyrical melody combine to make this special. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35. Available for SATB and SSAA a cappella.

from the movie The Wedding Singer-This clever and charming song was featured in the film The Wedding Singer starring Adam Sandler. Aaron Dale's arrangement is simple easy to learn in just a few rehearsals and was recorded by 2008 International Quartet Champion O.C. Times on their Let's Fly album. Fun to sing for any show singing Valentine set or any environment where general crooning may be appropriate.

Originally composed for solo voice Dona nobis pacem combines the vocal style of the yoik tradition (a Sámi form of song) and a more classical female vocal style. This arrangement for upper voices as recorded by Cantus on their album Northern Lights develops this vocal palette further (as does the SATB version also available).Mo

‘Njoktje’ is the South Sámi word for a swan and this music is based on an old yoik (a traditional Sámi form of song) which creates and ‘audio image’ of this beautiful bird rather than simply describing it. In this piece which was recorded by Cantus on their album Northern Lights elements from the original yoik have been used together with the composer’s own experience of the bird as well as his own musical language.   An independent four-part yoik ostinato in the alto 2 part underpins much of this work and that combined with the flowing melodies and close harmonies creates a unique and very attractivesoundscape.   Fjellheim’s distinctive and approachable musical language which many will recognise from the use of his music at the opening of Disney’s Frozen will appeal to both singers and audience.

Now available for women's voices this exciting work was recorded by First Call. Based on ?All Creatures of Our God and King? and paired with a powerful Swahili chorus.

Born in 1977 in Latvia Eriks Esenvalds is an original and sought-after voice of the Baltic music tradition. Commissioners have included the Latvian Radio Choir and State Choir ‘Latvija’ the Britten Sinfonia Trinity College Choir Cambridge Temple University (USA) the Boston Symphony Orchestra and City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. His work is recorded on a number of CDs. Eriks Esenvalds is a former Fellow Commoner in Creative Arts at Trinity College University of Cambridge.

Written for an obscure short-lived musical that never made it to Broadway this song caught the ear of Nat King Cole who promptly recorded it in 1956 and it became a lesser-known standard in the great American songbook. It has since been recorded by artists such as Johnny Mathis Dinah Washington Diane Schuur and Diana Krall. Accessible and hard-swinging this is a perfect addition to any male or female quartet or chorus repertoire!

This women's arrangement was designed specifically for female quartets and choruses looking for something with flair. Written and recorded by KT Tunstall the song became a hit after being featured prominently in the 2006 film The Devil Wears Prada and has been used numerous times since in TV film and other media. Rund's approach is simple accessible and builds toward a powerful ending.

A fun swingin' chart for your holiday show Adam Scott delivers a crowd-pleasing arrangement based on the original Andy Williams recording that paired these two holiday favorites together. Accessible for almost any level ensemble this chart works great as a show opener or closer.