SKU: HL.118843

ISBN 9781480340404. UPC: 884088902384. 5x5 inches. John Jacobson/John Higgins.

Please Santa, bring a puppy this time. I know there's one that needs me! Singing children, howling puppies and the one and only Santa Claus make a great combination for a holiday show. The local pound is overcrowded and in an uproar. Someone has eaten Buster Bulldog's supper, Harold Hound Dog can't get any sleep, and there's no room at all to run and play. It's just the pits in the pound! See how one family's trip to the pound on Christmas Eve makes dreams come true for these canine characters and children around the world. With a message of sharing, caring and plenty of canine humor, this holiday musical features five original songs and easy-to-learn rhyming dialog with over 30 speaking parts. The ENHANCED Teacher Edition with Singer CD-ROM includes piano/vocal arrangements with choreography, helpful production guide with staging and costume suggestions, teaching objectives linked to the National Standards for each song, PLUS reproducible singer parts on the enclosed CD-ROM. Available separately: Teacher/Singer CD-ROM, Preview CD (with vocals & dialog), Preview Pak (1 Preview CD and sample pages), Performance/Accompaniment CD, and Classroom Kit (Teacher/Singer CD-ROM and P/A CD).Approximate Performance Time: 20 minutes. Suggested for grades K-3.

SKU: HL.284707

UPC: 888680857622. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.

Now in a brand-new Discovery arrangement for younger choirs! This showstopper from award-winning composer Alan Menken was featured in the Disney film and Broadway musical Newsies. Featuring a powerful “brotherhood” text, it begins with a compelling chorale-like opening and then explodes into a rhythmic section that encourages us all to “seize the day!”.

SKU: HL.8747472

UPC: 884088206529. 5x5 inches.

The Christmas/Winter 2008 edition of “The Sunday Singer” provides a variety of accessible choral material for the Christmas or Winter season, including Here I Am to Worship with My Jesus, I Love Thee (arr. Christopher), Angels We Have Heard on High (arr. Wilkinson), O Little Town of Bethlehem (Allen), Shout to the Lord (arr. Purifoy), and It Is Good to Give Thanks (Parker/Pethel). Available separately: Choral Book, ChoirTrax CD, Kit (10 Choral Books, 1 ChoirTrax CD, 1 Preview CD), Choral Book 10-Pak, Preview CD, Preview CD 10-Pak, Preview Pak (1 Choral Book, 1 Preview CD).

SKU: HL.9971426

ISBN 9781423476528. UPC: 884088486662. 5x5 inches. John Jacobson/John Higgins.

The bugz are back and ready for the annual Christmas program infestation! The carpenter bees have built the sets, and the silk worms have made the costumes. OH, NO! The termites just chewed up the Christmas tree decorations and ate the lights! (gasp) What are the bugz to do? See how some special little guests light the way to a grand finale of “The Twelve Bugs of Christmas!” Designed for young performers in Grades K-3, this musical show features the clever writing of John Jacobson and John Higgins with 5 songs in a variety of musical styles, easy rhyming dialog with 45 speaking parts and additional non-speaking parts, all adaptable to casts of varying sizes, and teaching objectives linked to the National Standards for each song. Simple movement, staging and costume tips are also provided to help stage a successful performance, even when time is limited! Available: Teacher, Reproducible Pak (vocals, lyrics, dialog), Preview CD (with vocals), Preview Pak (1 Preview CD and sample pages), Performance/Accompaniment CD, Classroom Kit (Teacher, Repro Pak, P/A CD). Duration: ca. 20 minutes. Suggested for grades K-3.

SKU: AP.41604

UPC: 038081466842. Spanish. Cathryne E. Parks.

The catchy introduction hooks you right away, and the Latin groove seals the deal! There are only a handful of Spanish words, making it a cinch for developing choirs to sing this multicultural Christmas original. Layer percussion instruments on rhythmic ostinatos---or perform with our fiesta-inspired CD!

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e 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.35028365

UPC: 884088651640. 5x5 inches. Joseph M. Martin.

Uses: Advent, Christmas

Scrip ture: Luke 2

From 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 for congregational 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; O Come, 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; Let Christmas Begin; A Christmas Trilogy. Available separately: SATB, SAB, iPrint 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 CDs, Digital Resource Kit. Duration: ca. 59:21 (full performance) or ca. 48:37 (w/o opt. congregational anthems).

SKU: AP.34723

SKU: HL.8748346

UPC: 884088219710. 5x5 inches.

This product for the smaller-sized church choir consists of six accessible anthems with special attention to voice leading, the use of limited ranges, and carefully crafted piano accompaniments. New issues will be released three times per year. Enrollment option available. Titles included in this issue: God Bless the U.S.A. (with America, the Beautiful), Jesus Paid It All, Highway to Heaven, There Is None Like You (with I Love You Lord), In Remembrance of Me, Fairest Lord Jesus. Available separately: Choral Book, ChoirTrax CD, Kit (10 Choral Books, 1 ChoirTrax CD, 1 Preview CD), Choral Book 10-Pak, Preview CD, Preview CD 10-Pak, Preview Pak (1 Choral Book, 1 Preview CD).

SKU: AP.43444

UPC: 038081489841. English.

Memories of winter, family, and friends are recalled in this poignant and tender ballad from Idina Menzel's CD Holiday Wishes. Highly effective for both holiday and winter programs.

SKU: HL.8750914

UPC: 884088469634. 5x5 inches.

The Sunday Singer is a choral publication for smaller-sized church choirs that consists of several accessible anthems representing original works and arrangements of hymns and contemporary favorites. For each title, special attention has been given to voice leading, limited vocal ranges and carefully crafted piano accompaniments. Published two times a year, The Sunday Singer will serve as a valuable resource for your choir throughout the church year.



The Spring/Easter 2010 issue includes six titles: Thank You, Lord (arr. Marty Parks) • God of Grace and God of Glory (arr. Keith Christopher) • Easter Morning Medley (Christ the Lord Is Risen Today; Christ Arose) (arr. Gary Lanier) • The Cross Says Come (arr. Camp Kirkland) • Out of Love, He Broke the Bread (John Parker/Benjamin Harlan) • House of the Lord (Keith Wilkerson). Available separately: Choral Book, Preview CD, ChoirTrax CD (Split-Trax, Instruments Only), Kit (10 Choral Books, 1 ChoirTrax CD, 1 Preview CD), Preview Pak (1 Choral Book, 1 Preview CD), Choral Book 10-Pak, Preview CD 10-Pak.

SKU: AP.43475

UPC: 038081490151. English.

Will holidays spent apart ever be the same? Not if we take the advice of Kristen Bell and Straight No Chaser in this hip ode to modern technology. Perform a cappella or use the SoundTrax CD to add all the bells and whistles!

SKU: HL.8551762

UPC: 073999289824. 5x5 inches.

Imagine a world without music... Perfect as an opener or festival piece, this original progresses from an opening chorale to a lyrical melody inspired by middle school students from Lake Forest, Illinois.

SKU: RM.CD-21

SKU: HL.8748989

UPC: 884088250829. 5x5 inches.

The Christmas/Winter 2008 edition of “The Sunday Singer” provides a variety of accessible choral material for the Christmas or Winter season, including Here I Am to Worship with My Jesus, I Love Thee (arr. Christopher), Angels We Have Heard on High (arr. Wilkinson), O Little Town of Bethlehem (Allen), Shout to the Lord (arr. Purifoy), and It Is Good to Give Thanks (Parker/Pethel). Available separately: Choral Book, ChoirTrax CD, Kit (10 Choral Books, 1 ChoirTrax CD, 1 Preview CD), Choral Book 10-Pak, Preview CD, Preview CD 10-Pak, Preview Pak (1 Choral Book, 1 Preview CD).

SKU: HL.8203111

UPC: 884088648053. 5x5 inches.

1980s “arena” rock was shaped significantly by the band Survivor, and this 1984 hit captures the decade perfectly! Your singers will enjoy recreating the era as they bridge the generations. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available as a digital download (tpt 1/fglhrn, tpt 2/fglhrn, tsx, tbn, syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 4:00.

SKU: AP.45363

UPC: 038081511030. English. English Carol.

A Christmas classic is given a cool treatment in this new arrangement by Andy Beck. Featuring a lilting jazz waltz accompaniment and sweet choral harmonies, this is a great way to perk up your holiday program! Optional parts for saxophone and vibes are available online.

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e 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.8203089

UPC: 884088642631. 4.75x5.0x0.147 inches.

The 1969 hit by Creedence Clearwater Revival evokes an earlier time and place with John Fogerty's signature guitar riffs and licks. Vocal harmonies and the great rhythms of the country-rock style will energize any pop/show concert. Available separately: SATB, SAB, TTB, ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available as a digital download (tpt 1-2, tsx, tbn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 2:40.

SKU: AP.41539

UPC: 038081466194. English.

In times of misfortune, I'll be there to hold your hand. This emotional power ballad assures us that we are never alone and reminds us to show compassion to those in need. A fervent anthem of support and solidarity.