This original cantata for SSA choir and soloists tells the story of St. Augustine and his mission to introduce Christianity to the British people. Featuring 19 memorable songs The Conversion Job offers a lighthearted depiction of Augustine's eventful journey as he departs from Rome accompanied by an eager band of forty fellow monks in an attempt to share the word of God with the Kentish King Ethelbert and his Pagan subjects. How will Augustine and his Roman monks cope with the English weather? What will Queen Bertha make of their unusual clothes? And will her husband tree-worshipping King Ethelbert allow them to stay? The Conversion Job tells the incredible story as originally told in the writings of The Venerable Bede (673-735) with the welcome addition of music and a good dose of humour. This compelling cantata contains parts for the following main characters: Speaking Only: The Venerable Bede (Narrator) Acting/Singing: Gregory Augustine The Monks Acting Only: Ethelbert The King of Kent and Bertha The Queen of Kent Whilst the first performance of The Conversion Job included a cast of over 300 children other performances presented in a variety of creative ways have since been given by much smaller groups with equal success. The work can be easily adapted to suit the number of performers and their individual strengths. All vocal harmony parts (SS/SA) are optional and in some of the songs verses may be omitted at the director's discretion. This wonderful story of friendship and fear courage and glory would make a perfect end of year show for high school pupils. We hope you have fun performing it! Watch a preview of The Conversion Job on Youtube:

# 1 Hits Made in the U.S.A.-Celebrate the vast and varied music of America with this 30-minute choral tribute. From the uplifting Only in America opening singers and audiences will enjoy over 25 #1 hits from the big band era through the present day. With choreography and performance suggestions by John Jacobson it's easy to involve the entire school to make your show a tribute to our America's musical heritage. With six flexible sections you can perform it as a whole or as individual medleys. Songs include: Only in America Solid Gold Sentimental Journey Tuxedo Junction Cheek to Cheek Pennies from Heaven Gettin' in the Mood Tennessee Waltz Always on My Mind I Hope You Dance The Music Goes'Round and Around Sixteen Tons Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polkadot Bikini Dominique Who Let the Dogs Out Purple People Eater We Will Rock You At the Hop Jail house Rock Good Vibrations I'm a Believer Respect Night Fever Smooth Ain't No Mountain High Enough I Will Remember You Let it Be Turn the Beat Around. Available SATB Director SATB Singer SAB Director SAB Singer 2-Part Director 2-Part Singer ShowTrax CD and Preview CD. Performance Time: approx. 30:00.

(Songs of Woodstock Medley)-In 1969 the legendary 3-day music festival Woodstock defined a generation and gave us unforgettable musical performances from groups like The Who; Crosby Stills and Nash; Jefferson Airplane; Blood Sweat and Tears and more. This powerful 16-minute medley is divided into four flexible sections and includes programming suggestions by John Jacobson. It's just like being there - without the mud! I. The Innovators - Suite: Judy Blue Eyes Somebody To Love Spinning Wheel My Generation II. The Rock & Rollers - Bad Moon Rising Evil Ways Proud Mary III. The Balladiers - Helplessly Hoping If I Were a Carpenter Find the Cost of Freedom IV. The Entertainers - Silhouettes Get a Job At the Hop. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1-2 asx tbn syn gtr 1-2 b dm perc). Duration: ca. 16:00.

Written for SSA chorus and Piano. This is the original arrangement as sung by the Military Wives Choir.Commissioned by Gareth Malone for Series Four of BBC TV's 'The Choir' and first performed by Malone and the Military Wives' choir as part of The Royal British Legion's Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall on 12th November 2011 in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen.A favourite for the 2011 Christmas Number One with support from radio DJ Chris Evans who has suggested every choir in the country should sing this song it's the biggest threat to X-Factor chart domination this year.The text is taken from poems letters and prayers written bythe Military Wives selected and adapted by Paul Mealor and a passage from the Book of John:Wherever you are my love will keep you safe;My heart will build a bridge of light across both time and space.Wherever you are our hearts still beat as one I hold you in my dreams each night until your task is done.Light up the darkness my wondrous star Our hopes and dreams my heart and yours forever shining far.Light up the darkness my prince of peace;May the stars shine all around you may your courage never cease.Wherever I am I will love you day by day I will keep you safe cling on to faith along the dark dark way.Wherever I am I will hold on through the night;I will pray each day a safe return will look now to the light.Greater love hath no man than this that a man lay down his life for his friends.John 15:13

Elizabeth Bishop's poem begins with “This is the house of bedlam ” and Jonathan Bailey Holland sets the stage appropriately with a calamitous accompaniment and quick choral bursts of text. The lyrics spring to lifewith brilliance and description that make this treble voiced choral both fun and impressive. This selection is a winner of the Roger Wagner choral composition competition.

?And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance I hope you dance.? This CMA Song of the Year by Lee Ann Womack offers an exceptionally positive and inspirational message.Available separately: SATB SAB SSA and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: 3:55.

This lyrical and emotional setting by John Leavitt creates a harmonic tapestry that perfectly matches the text of unknown origin: “Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there I do not sleep ” Creating anatmosphere of hope and assurance it begins softly and gradually builds to a full and dramatic expression then recedes into quiet reflection. Available separately: SATB SSA TTB ChoirTrax CD. Score and parts available as aprinted edition and as a digital download (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 (in A) bn perc 1-2 hp vn 1-2 va vc db). Duration: ca. 3:00.

Uses: Advent ChristmasScripture: Luke 2From the composer of Tapestry of Light and The Winter Rose comes a new major work that is based on the traditional “Lesson and Carols”service. Filled to overflowing with beloved carols and original seasonal songs this cantata tells the story of Christ's birth adorned with beautiful arrangements and meaningful Scriptures. The work includes optional moments forcongregational participation handbell ringers and children's choir if desired. Stunning orchestrations and a full line of support products are available to support your presentation. Titles include: A Christmas Overture; OCome All Ye Faithful; A Prayer for Advent; People of Promise Arise!; Song of Hope and Joy; O Little Town of Bethlehem; My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord; Lullabies of Bethlehem; Angels We Have Heard on High; Carols for Seekers; LetChristmas Begin; A Christmas Trilogy. Available separately: SATB SAB iPrint Full Orch CD-rom Printed Orchestration iPrint Consort Orch CD-rom iPrint Handbells CD-rom StudioTrax CD Listening CD 10-Pack Listening CDs Preview Pack RehearsalTrax CD Digital Resource Kit. Duration: 59:21 (with opt. congregational anthems) ca. 48:37 (w/o opt. congregational anthems).

I'll be here tomorrow alive and well and thriving. Jerry Herman's heart-warming lyrics ring true today with a message of hope and opportunity especially in these uncertain times. Performed with a live combo or the ShowTrax CD this will be an uplifting number on your next concert. Available: SATB SAB SSA IPak(C) ShowTrax CD. Approx. Time: 3:00.

The text of this work was written by a young junior high Irish boy who very soon after lost his life in a street shooting. And so the poem became the voice of all children victims in a world of war and violence and for their universal longing and hope for peace. Available: SATB a cappella SSA a cappella.

The familiar “army song” is given a spin with Greg Gilpin's clever TTB arrangement. Check out the hip-hop rap section in the middle! Lots of unison rhythmic speech and solo opportunities make this novelty piece easyto learn. Gee But I Want to Go Home is quite accessible to younger male choruses and a fun accompaniment/performance CD is available.

It was a hit in 1961 with the Miracles and again in 1976 with the Captain and Tennille and this bluesy Discovery Series edition will be a hit with your choir too! Available: 2-Part 3-Part Mixed ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:20.

Written for SSA chorus and Piano. Commissioned by Gareth Malone for Series Four of BBC TV's 'The Choir' and first performed by Malone and the Military Wives' choir as part of The Royal British Legion's Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall on 12th November 2011 in the presence of Her Majesty The Queen. The text is taken from poems, letters and prayers written by the Military Wives, selected and adapted by Paul Mealor, and a passage from the Book of John: Wherever you are, my love will keep you safe - My heart will build a bridge of light, across both time and space. Wherever you are, our hearts still beat as one, I hold you in my dreams each night, until your task is done. Light up the darkness, my wondrous star, Our hopes and dreams, my heart and yours, forever shining far. Light up the darkness, my prince of peace - May the stars shine all around you, may your courage never cease. Wherever I am, I will love you day by day, I will keep you safe, cling on to faith, along the dark, dark way. Wherever I am, I will hold on through the night - I will pray each day, a safe return, will look now to the light. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 / Ssa Et Piano

Showcase your young choirs and demonstrate their dance moves with this 4-minute medley of classic fun favorites! Easy to learn and highly entertaining this sock-hoppin' medley includes At the Hop Let's Twist Again The Loco-Motion and Peppermint Twist.