SKU: AP.45389
UPC: 038081511290. English. Traditional Carols.
This majestic mash-up of Masters in This Hall and We Three Kings of Orient Are includes a joyful new text and optional parts for flute and hand drum. A lively 6/8 tempo and a buoyant minor tonality create a festive feel.
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.1197754
UPC: 196288134848. 6.75x10.5x0.036 inches.
This new gospel choral setting by Byron Smith is one your tenor-bass choir will greet with enthusiasm. The piano accompaniment, percussion, and bass parts all contribute to the strength of this new gospel setting, but the vocal writing is equally fresh and attractive in and of itself. A great opener or closer for your church or festival concert. Raise the roof with “Just Can't Tell It Allâ€!
SKU: HL.145522
UPC: 888680065775. 6.75x10.5 inches.
This is another fabulous piece by Stacey Gibbs, perhaps the current and foremost arranger of Spirituals. It is primarily written for 4-part male voices but does break into some divisi near the end. Some rockin' parts appear in this setting and some play on words as well, making it a great concert or festival piece. For high school aged choirs and older. Easy-medium.
SKU: HL.49015248
ISBN 9790001074049. UPC: 073999345933. 8.25x11.75x0.063 inches. German.
For Men's Choir (TTBB) with Solo Soprano or Children's Choir/Women's Choir a cappella or with Instruments (Oboe, Strings) or Organ.
SKU: HL.402731
UPC: 196288057727. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Luke 1:35, Matthew 2, Psalm 46:10.
Inspired by the classic carol Silent Night, this newly composed sacred nocturne moves beyond its source material and delivers an exquisite portrait of Christmas grace. A memorable melody propels the piece forward with gentle phrasing while a flowing piano part offers colorful support. The development section offers contrast as the angelic chorus breaks forth with luminous praise. An optional chamber orchestration beautifully wraps this message of hope in a sonic blanket. Very special! Score and Parts (fl, ob, cl, bn, hn, vibes, aux perc, pno, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
SKU: HL.383093
UPC: 196288021100. 6.75x10.5x0.019 inches.
The impeccable artistry of Vince Guaraldi's timeless classic from the TV special A Charlie Brown Christmas has truly become part of our shared cultural heritage! You can't help but lose yourself in the warmth of the lush jazz harmonies in this authentic setting. Score and parts (pno, jazz gtr, ac bass, dm, perc, vn 1-2, va, vc) available as a digital download.
SKU: HL.145682
UPC: 888680066987. 6.75x10.5 inches. Czech.
Selected for the new Music of the Americas Multicultural Series from North Dakota State University, this zesty piece hails from Mexico. The encouraging message is that chuchumbé; will reach you whether things go good or bad. It is similar to saying the rhythm or dance of life will positively infect you no matter what. And what a great dance it is, with hand percussion bringing additional rhythm to the piece. The verses are so playful it is appropriate for performers to alter the words based on the region in which they are singing. Easy to Medium. For male choirs in high school or college.
SKU: HL.1197972
UPC: 196288135128. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches.
This exciting new setting of a text by the 13th-century Persian poet Rumi sings of the healing power of singing itself. Bradley Ellingboe's gift for melody is once again on full display, through masterful vocal parts complemented by lyrical solo violin and a rolling piano accompaniment that conjures the sounds of the sea. Suitable for high school or college ensembles, this piece is sure to garner the enthusiastic favor of any audience.
SKU: HL.293964
ISBN 9781540052506. UPC: 888680940560. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Recorded by Train, this recent hit is a happy and sweet selection about love and friendship. Instrumental parts are available but this sincere selection can be performed with guitar only or even a cappella and is available for many voicings including 2-part and men's choirs.
SKU: HL.419542
UPC: 196288060949. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. John 15:13.
There is no more poignant sight than the solemn ceremony of the folded flag. The dignity associated with honoring one who has given the last full measure of devotion is rich with tradition and provides a moment of deep reverence for those in grief. This inspiring anthem presents three moments with the flag as it moves from the hands of grief to soaring and into the hearts of the future. The music has a cinematic scope, following the text with a theme that lifts the message of commitment and devotion to the heavens. An instant classic! Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, hn 1-2, tpt 1-3, tbn 1-2, tbn3/tba, perc 1-3, timp, pno, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a digital download.
