SKU: AP.48280

UPC: 038081551036. English.

PianoTrax 12 CD contains accompaniment tracks for the following choral publications: Are You Proud of Me? * The Bicycle * Carnival of the Animals: Choral Set I * Clap Your Hands! * The Cloud * Dandelion Child * Desperta Ferro! * Dixit Dominus * Dona Nobis Pacem * Enter with Song! * Follow the Drinking Gourd * Friendship Canon * Gaudeamus Hodie * Gloria in Excelsis Deo * Grow Your Garden * Hava Nagila (Let Us Rejoice) * Hodie * I Lift My Lamp * In the Bleak Midwinter * Lovely Rainbow * Marvelous, Magical World * Music Is . . . * O Wind * One Can Hear the Falling Snow * Out of the Silence * The Road Not Taken * Ständchen * Tuba Mirum * The Turtle Dove * Twilight * Un Poquito Cantas * Vanitas Canon * Words of Wisdom.

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: CY.CC2728

Symphony No. 4, also known by the composer himself as the Romantic was written in 1874, but revised several times and premiered in 1881 in Vienna. The subtitle actually does not refer to romantic love, but a medieval romance such as some of Wagner's operas. The movement titled Scherzo is full of adventure and vitality with a relaxed middle section. Bruckner himself hinted that the Scherzo movement was a Jadthema or hunting theme and Volkfest or people's festival. The hunting horns are calling, the brass are blowing their fanfares and it is a good day to be hunting. The main feeling from this movement is a strong feeling of the great outdoors. Mr. Johns has arranged this work for 14-part brass ensemble including optional Timpani. The instrumentation is: 4 Trumpets (including piccolo, C, B-flat and Flugelhorn), 4 Horns, 4 Trombones, Euphonium and Tuba (optional Timpani).
This work is suitable for advanced performers and is about 5 minutes in length.

SKU: CF.PPS52

ISBN 9781491151969. UPC: 680160909469.

Ballet of the Dinosaur Hatchlings is an imaginative and fun selection for a beginning band with less than one year of instruction. Wind parts use only five pitches and only the percussion parts use eighth notes. Two sound effects are required in the piece. First, the hatching eggs are portrayed by a ratchet, and second, the snapping dinosaurs jaws are represented by  a slapstick. Ballet of the Dinosaur Hatchlings is an intriguing piece that beginning students are sure to love.
Ballet of the Dinosaur Hatchlings is a descriptive novelty selection for a beginning band with less than one year of instruction. Wind parts use only five pitches. Only percussion parts use eighth notes. Two sound effects are required. First, the hatching eggs are portrayed by the ratchet beginning at m. 2, and second, the snapping dinosaurs jaws, which are first heard at m. 14, are represented by an accented note augmented by a slapstick. Directors are encouraged to use more elaborate sound effects if they are inclined to do so. The story described by the music is as follows:• Dinosaur eggs begin to hatch (the ratchet, mm. 1-8).• The parent dinosaurs guard the nest (Low Brass and Woodwinds mm. 9-12).• The hatchlings begin walking (m. 13).• The hatchlings snap their jaws as they learn to eat (m. 14, Xylophone and Slapstick).• Thunder (Timpani, m. 29).• The parent dinosaurs seek shelter for all (m. 33, Low Brass and Woodwinds).• The hatchlings follow while they continue snapping their jaws (m. 41).• More thunder (mm. 53-54).• All the dinosaurs roar loudly at the clouds (m. 55) as the thunder becomes louder.

SKU: CF.YPS222

ISBN 9781491156629. UPC: 680160915163. 9 x 12 inches.

Written in an upbeat Latin rhythmic form, Chips, and Salsa, Too begins with percussion under a nice rhythmic motif in the winds. A tuneful minor melody in the clarinets, well below the break, continues above this Latin groove after the intro. The tubas (and cross-cued for euphoniums and bass clarinets) and flutes have a melody together beginning in m. 43, and the rest of the band is gradually layered in the mix until everybody is contributing to the mix. Latin rhythms, featured percussion, and lots of nice melodies for the winds makes this a piece your students and audiences will love! Pay careful attention to the articulation because without it you will lose the rhythmic feel. The tempo is marked quarter=152, but you can play it faster if you like. Too slow, and you can't dance to it! The syncopated rhythms are infectious and you will be surprised at how quickly your band catches on. The ranges are perfect for young players and there are plenty of doublings to assist smaller bands. Use as many percussionists as possible, but insist they groove together and don't cover up the winds. Remember, it's a dance. Have fun! Kiefer.ed@gmail.com Facebook: The Music of Ed Kiefer.
Written in an upbeat Latin rhythmic form, Chips, and Salsa, Too begins with percussion under a nice rhythmic motif in the winds. A tuneful minor melody in the clarinets, well below the break, continues above this Latin groove after the intro. The tubas (and cross-cued for euphoniums and bass clarinets) and flutes have a melody together beginning in m. 43, and the rest of the band is gradually layered in the mix until everybody is contributing to the mix.Latin rhythms, featured percussion, and lots of nice melodies for the winds makes this a piece your students and audiences will love!Pay careful attention to the articulation because without it you will lose the rhythmic feel. The tempo is marked quarter=152, but you can play it faster if you like. Too slow, and you can’t dance to it! The syncopated rhythms are infectious and you will be surprised at how quickly your band catches on. The ranges are perfect for young players and there are plenty of doublings to assist smaller bands. Use as many percussionists as possible, but insist they groove together and don’t cover up the winds. Remember, it’s a dance. Have fun!Kiefer.ed@gmail.comFacebook: The Music of Ed Kiefer.

SKU: HL.35029364

UPC: 884088956233. 5x5 inches.

Uses: Lent, Holy Week, Good Friday, Valentine's Day

Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:1; Ephesians 5:2; Isaiah 35:1

This Shawnee classic is now available in SATB and SAB voicings along with a full orchestration or StudioTrax option. Using “The Rose” as a sacred metaphor, the life of Christ is told with artful poetry and music. This anthem is easily learned but hard to forget. With simple imagery, a winsome melody and singable harmonies, this tender offering touches the heart with a message of divine love. Score & Parts for Flt 1&2, Oboe, Clarinet 1&2, Bassoon, Horn 1&2 (sub. Alto Sax 1&2), Tpt 1, Tpt 2&3, Tbone 1&2, Bass Tbone/Tuba, Timp, Perc 1&2, Harp, Vln 1&2, Viola, Cello, Double Bass.

SKU: CF.YPS199F

ISBN 9781491152874. UPC: 680160910373.

Tum Balalaika is attributed to a number of Eastern European countries, but is best known as a Russian Jewish folk/love/“riddle” song. Loosely translated, “tum” means “noise,” and the Balalaika is a Russian stringed instrument with a characteristic triangular, hollow, wooden body and three strings, closely related to the domra and mandolin. Carl Strommen's wonderful setting will help any group sound their best.
Tum Balalaika is attributed to a number of Eastern European countries, but is best known as a Russian Jewish folk/love/“riddle” song. Loosely translated, “Tum” means “noise,” and the Balalaika is a Russian stringed instrument with the characteristic triangular wooden hollow body and three strings, closely related to the Domra and Mandolin. Tum Balalaika should be played brightly and in a broad flowing manner. As always, attention should be paid to dynamics and articulations.

SKU: HP.8967

UPC: 763628189679.

Original hymn tune Thomas Chisholm's beloved hymn text is given a new melody and dynamic choral treatment by Joel Raney, complete with a powerful orchestral accompaniment, now also available for medium-high voice vocal soloists. . The familiar words of this classic hymn come to life afresh in this compelling new treatment. The orchestration by Brant Adams includes parts for conductor's score, 2 flutes, oboe, 2 clarinets in B-flat, bassoon, 2 horns in F, 3 trumpets in B-flat, 2 trombones, bass trombone or tuba, timpani, percussion 1 and 2, harp, 2 violins, viola, cello, and double bass.

SKU: HP.C5985C

UPC: 763628959852. Translation: Mary E. Byrne. Words Tr. by Mary E. Byrne. Proverbs 29:18, Matthew 17:8,.

Old Irsh hymn with words Tr. by Mary E. Byrne This old Irish hymn dates from the 8th century though the theme couldn't be more relevant to the culture in which we live. It is only fitting that Mary McDonald found the inspiration to craft her own melody for this beloved hymn text. The words unfold in a stirring, new way with melody and harmonies that lift and transport them to new heights. The dynamic orchestration by Ed Hogan soars. Orchestrations: Conductor's Score, 2 Flutes, Oboe, 2 Clarinets in B-Flat, Bassoon, 2 Horns in F, 3 Trumpets in B-Flat, 2 Trombones, Tuba, Percussion 1 & 2, Harp, Piano, 2 Violins, Viola, Cello, Double Bass.

SKU: GI.G-10277

UPC: 785147027713. English. Text Source: Come, ye that love the Lord, Isaac Watts, 1674-1748, alt., We're marching to Zion, Robert Lowry, 1826-1899, alt. Text by Isaac Watts.

SKU: HL.35028944

UPC: 884088900106. 4.75x4.75 inches. Arr. Joseph M. Martin /Brad Nix.

Uses: General, Lent, Ordination, Baccalaureate, Graduation, Youth Choir

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Inspired by a beloved Scripture passage, this powerful admonition in song provides musical beauty and spiritual depth. A sweeping theme takes this Biblical mandate and gives it artful wings while a lushly produced orchestration and StudioTrax CD provide several options for performance. Unison singing mixes with expressive four-part writing, adding depth and power. Available separately: SATB, StudioTrax CD (Accomp., SplitTrax, Perf.), Orchestration (Score & Parts for Flute 1 & 2, Oboe, Clarinet 1 & 2, Bassoon, Horn 1 & 2, Trumpet 1-3, Trombone 1 & 2, Bass Trombone/Tuba, Timpani, Percussion, Harp, Piano, Violin 1 & 2, Viola, Cello, Double Bass). Duration: ca. 3:41.