SKU: AP.47718
UPC: 038081544113. English.
A well-constructed original a cappella Christmas spiritual built upon a memorable chorus of interlocking rhythms. The gripping minor key, dramatic dynamic contrasts, and a compelling modulation will make for an impressive holiday performance.
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: HL.286248
UPC: 888680893989. 6.75x10.5x0.025 inches.
A classic Appalachian folk song originally arranged by Philip Lawson for The King's Singers and now available for SSAA. Wonderful harmonies accent the moving lyric.
SKU: HL.49046794
UPC: 196288026334.
Chor to go for women's choir (SSA and SSAA a cappella) combines some of the best-known and most popular small choral works for women's choir in one easy-to-read, compact edition. In addition to folk and evening songs as well as sacred pieces, there are popular and catchy classical choral compositions from the Romantic period, serenades and toasts for social gatherings as well as international melodies. Some pieces require a little more rehearsal effort and are also suitable for concert programs, others can besung from sight and are used for entertainment after the rehearsal or as a serenade. In the small format, the choir booklet fits in the handbag and is therefore the ideal companion for all kinds of activities. The booklet is quickly available for parties, choir excursions or concert tours and every singer can sing along.
SKU: HL.1295435
ISBN 9798350106442. UPC: 196288170198. 6.75x10.5 inches.
The joyful traditional French carol, translated long ago into English as “Sing We Now of Christmas,†is set a cappella with simple optional percussion. The limited French along with the English text makes it a quick learn, and the percussive “rum pum-pum†is shared by all the voices, building to a buoyant “Noel†at the finale. An excellent and mature work for the holidays.
SKU: GI.WW1649
UPC: 785147006763. English. Text Source: Irish Children's Song.
A guaranteed showstopper! This playful Irish children's song has been set with rousing clapping and stomping to reflect how it might have been sung by children during their playtime. The vocals are set in a simple homophonic style, which makes the body percussion achievable. Can be performed with or without piano. Don't miss this fantastic concert closer! Also available in SATB voicing. Body Percussion Full Chart Body Percussion Group 1 Body Percussion Group 2 Body Percussion Group 3.
SKU: HL.1168819
UPC: 196288124405. 6.75x10.5x0.01 inches.
This classic arrangement was originally scored for mixed voices, and is now available for treble choirs! Jazz harmonies are found throughout this lovely a cappella setting, which is full of opportunities to teach expressive singing and vocal blend.
SKU: SU.80300198
This setting of the Easter morning colloquy between the two angels and Mary Magdalen, based on John 20:13, is a splendid introduction to modern choral techniques: free rhythmic ostinatos, sprechgesang (speech song), enharmonic changes, and varied vibrato are all prepared and supported for the singers. Chosen by Nina Gilbert for the Nina Gilbert Choral Series. Latin, with full translation. SSSAA a cappella. Medium. SSSAA, a cappella Published by: Treble Clef Music Minimum order quantity: 8 copies.
SKU: AP.48450
UPC: 038081552736. English.
Generations of solo singers have cherished this classic art song, and now Alfred Music proudly presents the magnificent work designed for sophisticated choirs in an array of voicings. Schubert's original piano part provides the rich chromatic language from which the voice parts are extracted. Study the original German text using the provided IPA pronunciation guide, or choose the singable English translation.
SKU: AP.46979
UPC: 038081536286. English. Words by Folliott S. Pierpoint.
Over 100 years after his death, this beloved text from Folliott S. Pierpoint lives on in a gorgeous new choral setting. Greg Gilpin's artistry and skill shine through as each voice part takes a turn with the long legato melody and warm harmonies envelop the ear. An optional flute obbligato is available free online.
SKU: BP.BP122
James Weldon Johnson.
Winner of Honorable Mention in the 2020 King's Singers New Music Prize, Marianne Forman's sparkling music sets James Weldon Johnson's text about singing through adversity: ...and if the way grows darker still, shadowed by Sorrow's somber wing, with glad defiance in my throat, I pierce the darkness with a note, and sing..., ...no nights are dark, no days are long, while in my heart there swells a song, and I can sing. Deeply encouraging, and suitable for a variety of performance situations, especially as choirs work through the events of 2020. Also available for SATB.
SKU: HL.1101603
UPC: 196288100942. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches. Psalm 95, Psalm 96.
Alive with purpose, this Psalm-inspired canticle is filled with musical variety and powerful words of worship. A vibrant main theme connects to a lyrical middle section, and an innovative ostinato leads the anthem to its final punctuation of praise. Score and Parts (fl, ob, cl, bn, hn, tpt, tbn, tba, xylo, chm, tmp, perc, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
SKU: AP.48284
UPC: 038081551074. English.
An achievable thriller on a familiar Latin text! Jay Althouse's compelling mixed meter theme develops into a shimmering array of contemporary harmonies in this exciting, angular work. A reflective adagio section in the middle offers contrast before returning to the rhythmic opening.
SKU: AP.46596
UPC: 038081531717. English.
Introduce your choir to one of Mozart's most enduring masterworks! Arranger Patrick Liebergen has sensibly adapted the original material into multiple voicings that stay true to the original, while also offering a compelling piano reduction of the original orchestral score. Exciting and dramatic classical rep!
SKU: AP.47521
UPC: 038081542140. English.
A hushed a cappella opening in rich harmony immediately captures the ear. The flowing piano joins just before two brief optional solos introduce the beloved nightingale and her tuneful melody. Expressive singing and vocal artistry are encouraged by the gentle ebb and flow of tempo.
SKU: HL.1312747
UPC: 196288212027. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Central Park is an animated musical sitcom on Apple TV , telling the story of the Tillerman-Hunter family who live in the famed NY park. Daughter Molly, who likes to draw comic books about herself as a superhero, sings this upbeat and multi-layered song, complete with themes about the pressures of living up to high expectations and the journey of self-discovery.
SKU: AP.50130
UPC: 038081573007. Lat.
Colorful choral sonorities emerge over a steady heartbeat piano part in this contemporary treatment of the traditional Latin text. Composer Jacob Narverud remains faithful to the tonic scale degree throughout, creating plenty of ethereal cluster chords as the piece unfolds. A contrasting spoken section quotes a biblical verse about perseverance. Impressive in concert or contest.
SKU: AP.49703
UPC: 038081567907. English.
This powerful choral anthem was written by Broadway songwriters Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty in honor of the 40th anniversary of The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC. Lynn's text uses harmony as a metaphor to represent acceptance, and Stephen's inspirational music is a canvas of hope and strength. Robust piano, bass, and drum parts provide a sturdy pop accompaniment for three full voicings designed to accommodate any four-part group.
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.48865
UPC: 038081561899. English.
Winter programming at its finest! A rare find for four-part mixed or treble choirs. This original poetic text recounts the sheer beauty of snowflakes floating to earth in a winter paradise. A gently lilting tempo, the ebb and flow of a graceful melody, and some closely spaced cluster chords create an artistic soundscape that will challenge and engage even the most accomplished choristers. Outstanding performances are the result of outstanding rehearsals, and this piece contains the depth for both. Nature, not to be outdone, leaves one and all . . . spellbound.
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