The Months is a Unison anthem with Piano accompaniment. It takes its lyrics from an old farm labourers' song (Roud 1954) which describes each of the months of the year in turn. This setting celebrates themonths of May and June and is perfect for any Spring festival.Eric Thiman (1900-1975) was a British composer and organist. He taught at the Royal Academy of Music and at the University of London and was organistat the City Temple in London for many years. He wrote over a thousand works of which several hundred were published during his lifetime mostly anthems chorales and chamber works.

Whether for classroom sing-alongs adult community sings choral concerts or just riding in the car this Step One of the SING WITH US songbooks is an invaluable resource. Composer and song leader Nick Page who has led group sings and workshops at MENC ACDA AOSA and other conferences for many years has assembled this multicultural set of 28 easy and fun sing-along songs for all ages. The collection begins with Echo songs that are easy but with a simple challenge reinforcing Nick's belief that the first step in getting people of all ages to sing along is to make them better listeners. Along with this Nick encourages using lots of emotion particularly joy. TheCall and Response songs and the unison songs that follow offer well known gems as well as easy to learn new songs that can be sung in Unison or with harmony. Nick provides invaluable cultural information as well as essential tips for making the songs come alive. Reproducible lyric sheets are also included. Nick Page has received rave reviews for his SINGS and many workshops throughout North America and Europe. In addition to his song leading Nick is a choral composer with over fifty published works including Sing and Shine On and Music as a Way of Knowing that are very popular with music teachers and choral musicians. Singing is an act of compassion; we make the world a better place through our singing.

More Flexible Favorites for Unison and Part-Singing Fun-Here are more flexible folksongs to introduce young singers to beginning part-singing and experience a variety of world cultures. The reproducible singer songsheets feature each folksong and its partner on separate pages for a variety of teaching options. Teach these world folksongs in the lower grades. When singers are ready teach the partner songs and add twelve more songs to their singing repertoire. For further challenge partner them up for twelve more performance options! A helpful teaching sequence and extension activities are also included. Accompany your singers live with simple piano parts in the printed collection or use quality performance/accompaniment MP3recordings available via audio access in the Performance Kit. Fresh new originals partnered with these world folksongs: Ging Gang Goolie Tum Balalaika Andale Juana Sansa Kroma Haru Ga Kita Old Dan Tucker Sarasponda Ma Bella Bimba and more! Suggested for grades 1-6.

The “Hymnz4Kidz” series burst forth last year with considerable fanfare led by one of the brightest new names in sacred music Heather Sorenson. Now comes the latest release: Holy Holy Holy. Traditional hymnsdressed in fresh and snazzy outfits that captivate young singers and teach them our legacy of hymnody is grabbing everyone's attention. The series offers a host of correlating products: Accompaniment Tracks Orchestral Score andParts and a downloadable Digital Toolkit (including a short skit director's resources activity sheet and much more). Teaching old hymns has never been so much fun!

Uses: Palm SundayScripture: Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:28-38This joyful anthem for Palm Sunday retells the story of Jesus entering Jerusalem as crowds shouted “Hosanna hosanna! Blessed is He who comes!”Written in 6/8 meter with optional handbells the piece works well as an opening processional or a stately service anthem for any choir of unison voices from children to adults. Available separately: Unison CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:20

Written for unison with piano accompaniment. The words by Marjorie Kirtley are from Twelve Happy Months. Eric Harding Thiman the organist and composer died in London on February 13 1975; he was 74. His compositions include cantatas anthems and services.

Uses: General Lent YouthScripture: Luke 11:1; Romans 15:4; Psalm 27:11-14In this prayer anthem the writers have chosen a unison voicing to achieve clarity of purpose and clearness of message.Because of its simplicity choirs of any size or skill level can use this winsome piece throughout the year. A refreshing change from the ordinary the anthem is sure to be a favorite with your choirs.

Uses: GeneralScripture: Proverbs 3:9; Colossians 3:23-24Here is a welcome upbeat song of dedication and commitment. Inspiring young people to be their personal best for Christ is a message that isalways needful. The music works well as a unison anthem for developing choirs but adding the two-part element will add another level of musical excitement. Encourage excellence character and musicianship with this inspiringchoral!

This touching anthem for Mother's Day or any family service recognizes that families are all different but it is love that defines who is family. A bright 3/4 meter carries the piece at a steady pace as a rippling piano accompaniment provides strong support to the unison voices. Available separately: Unison CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30 ScorePlay - click to view score with recording.

Uses: EasterScripture: Matthew 28:5-6; Luke 24:1-3This jubilant anthem for Easter day recounts the miraculous story of Christ's resurrection. Unison voices singing “alleluias” with thepeal of optional handbells proclaim together the glorious news that Jesus lives! Available separately: Unison CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:31

Uses: ChristmasScripture: Luke 2:1-20This tender Christmas anthem quietly celebrates the miracle of Christ's birth. Written especially with older elementary choirs in mind the unison melody takes theform of a lullaby that children can easily sing. A lovely piano accompaniment gracefully complements the vocals offering melodic support throughout the piece. Available separately: Unison CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: 2:57

The wonder of God's creation comes alive in this charming piece for older elementary voices. A flowing piano accompaniment beautifully supports the sparkling melody and highlights a feeling of awe and reverence found in the piece. A short snippet of This Is My Father's World adds a familiar hymn connection to the anthem presentation. Available separately: Unison CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:49 ScorePlay - click to view score with recording.

Holman's Prevent Us O Lord is a beautiful anthem for Unison (Treble) Voices with Organ Accompaniment with words from the Book of Common Prayer. This is a gentle and expressive piece with hushed dynamics and a simple yet effective accompaniment.

Stuart Chapman Hill has scored his own words for unison voices with piano or optional string quartet. Try it as a graduation anthem or anytime you wish to remind your audience of that special time and that special place.