Aden Lewis. In this engaging musical several classes may supply one of the ‘acts’ in the show or add another of their own creation. The main character Samantha tries to fit into each of the acts in the story and in the process proves that her real talent is as a comedienne. There are 9 songs for unison and 2-part voices in a range of styles through to rock calypso and a spoof of an art song. Titles include ‘Doin’ The Line Dance’ ‘Christopher Columbus’ and ‘Calypso Girls In The Chorus Line’. 45 mins.

A delightful Christmas cantata for children’s voices (and ensemble/electronic backing tracks) with or without narrator: reggae jazz rock ballad and pop numbers to witty text by Richard and Thomas Allain. Caesar has called a census in the Holy Land. So everyone is crowding back into Bethlehem a town where they read Shalom! Magazine where suddenly there are donkey traffic gridlocks and hotels where you can't get a room for love or shekels. Tom works doing odd jobs at the Fun Big Inn which isn't much fun at all. This busy night he decides to leave the landlord in the lurch and head for the bright lights of Jerusalem. But he doesn't get far running first into reggae singing shepherds and then three groovy wise dudes following a star. Tom can hardly ignore the remarkable things they have to tell him. So what does he do next? What would any of us do? Richard and Thomas Allain retell the story of the Nativity in a new and individual way with immediacy and wit in a string of unforgettable tuneful songs and sharply clever words in an idiom accessible to everyone. Manger Tom can be performed with unison voices someone to narrate highly effective with just Piano or Keyboard accompaniment. But there are parts available too for instruments you might want to add. Included with the score of Manger Tom is a CD which comprises of a full performance of the musical numbers by professional singers and players as well as just the accompaniments for everyone to sing along to if they prefer. Additionally lyric sheets and a script are available as free downloads - visit www.hybridpublications.com to access the bonus material. Lyric sheets enable easy rehearsals and the script allows Manger Tom to be performed as a full nativity play. Review from Andrew Stewart of Classroom Music says: 'Manger Tom manages to squeeze within the space of eight numbers everything from big-band and rock numbers to reggae and in ‘Star of the

This spirited anthem based on Matthew 5:16 reminds God's children to be a light in the world sharing God's love and doing deeds of kindness. Written in partner song form the piece combines original words and music with the popular African American spiritual This Little Light of Mine. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:38 ScorePlay - click to view score with recording.

Uses: General ThanksgivingScripture: James 1:17; Philippians 4:7Appropriate for older elementary youth or adult choirs this poignant anthem reminds us to stop and recognize the simple blessings oflife. In so doing we can “capture a glimpse of God's face.” Optional parts for violin and congregation enhance the song's stirring melody and lush harmonies. Available separately: Unison 2-Part Mixed CelebrationTraxCD. Duration: ca. 3:34