Choir Secular Percussion

SKU: AP.51097

Arranged by Andy Beck. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Classification: Lawson-Gould Sacred Extended Choral Works and Collections. Folk; Multicultural; Secular; World. CD. Composed 1963. Alfred Music #00-51097. Published by Alfred Music (AP.51097).

UPC: 038081581347. English. Traditional Welcome Song.

This lively welcome song traditionally accompanies the West African fanga dance. Built on the familiar tune (plus some new material and a few English words), this general music class favorite is fully developed as a choral arrangement. Scattered handclaps, syncopated rhythms, and bright harmonies make this well-crafted setting a joy to perform! A modulating breakdown section in the middle offers the opportunity to incorporate the dance. Downloadable percussion parts 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.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.46568

Arranged by Andy Beck. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-46568. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46568).

UPC: 038081531434. English. Traditional English Round.

A festive setting of the English round that will come together quickly at that busy time of year! A rousing antiphonal treatment (a fanfare) leads into the traditional tune, followed by a newly composed bridge. Later, the unison melody becomes a 2-part, and eventually a 3-part round. A wonderful opener for holiday performances!

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.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.43386

Arranged by Ruth Morris Gray. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. CD. Alfred Music #00-43386. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43386).

UPC: 038081489278. English. Traditional English Carol.

This little known English carol is appropriate for holiday concerts, Yuletide feasts, and madrigal performances. Evoke a Renaissance atmosphere this December, singing of wassail---both a cordial greeting and a spiced mulled cider.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.48466

(A Partner Song with Dale, Dale, Dale). Arranged by George L.O. Strid and Mary Donnelly. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Folk; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-48466. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48466).

UPC: 038081552897. English. Traditional Mexican Folk Song.

This festive partner song combines the traditional Mexican folk song Dale, Dale, Dale with an original tune all about swinging at the piñata. What a great choice for the holidays, or celebrations of any kind! With a choice of English or Spanish words and perfectly paired independent melodies, it's sure to be a hit for singers taking their first cracks at harmony.

Choir

SKU: AP.37843

Arranged by Ruth Morris Gray. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-37843. Published by Alfred Music (AP.37843).

UPC: 038081423159. English. Traditional Spiritual.

A quote from the traditional carol anchors this Christmas spiritual. Singers will love the gospel-style chords and occasional blue notes. An exciting seasonal standout!

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.46976

Arranged by Russell L. Robinson. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral (Sacred); Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Worship Resources. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Jazz; Sacred; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-46976. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46976).

UPC: 038081536255. English. Traditional English Carol.

What happens when you cross a beloved Christmas carol with the hip and asymmetric rhythms of Take Five? This does! A satisfying mix of the familiar and the fresh, the arrangement applies jazz articulation, harmony, and style in a way that's both exciting and accessible. All voice parts get a turn with the melody as well as a fun doo bop accompaniment! Optional parts for flute and vibraphone are free online.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.48872

Arranged by Andrew Parr. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Chanukah; Folk; Jewish Heritage; Sacred; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-48872. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48872).

UPC: 038081561967. English. Traditional Hebrew Folk Song.

An optional clarinet adds a festive flourish to this traditional Hebrew folk song arranged expressly for 3-part mixed singers. This specifically targeted voicing pays close attention to the most appropriate range and tessitura for developing voices, especially the guys. Four short lines comprise an entirely Hebrew text that celebrates the miracle of Hanukkah and the spinning dreidel (a pronunciation guide is included). S'vivon sov, sov, sov means Dreidel turn, turn, turn. Excitement abounds throughout, especially when a surprise slower section accelerates back to the first lively tempo, and then even faster for the final phrase.

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.

Choir

SKU: AP.48421

Arranged by Adam Podd. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-48421. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48421).

UPC: 038081552446. English. Traditional Spiritual.

This enthusiastic gospel treatment of the traditional Christmas spiritual is a bona fide roof-raiser! Additive verses feature solos, duets, or entire sections, and everyone joins in for the exuberant refrains. A final repeated chorus stacks voice parts to take the rockin' arrangement over the top. Don't miss the fantastic SoundTrax!

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.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.47629

Arranged by Russell L. Robinson. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-47629. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47629).

UPC: 038081543222. English. Traditional Carol.

Alternating 3/4 and 6/8 time signatures are a fresh and fabulous twist for this holiday classic. You (and your audience) will be both surprised and delighted! Several brief character solos offer lots of low-pressure opportunities to stand out, and the additive form of the traditional carol makes the piece come together quickly.

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.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.48892

Arranged by Jack Zaino. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Folk; Novelty; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-48892. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48892).

UPC: 038081562162. English. Traditional Sea Ballad.

Clamoring to join the sea song craze? Here's an exceptionally well prepared traditional sea ballad that is equal parts authentic and enjoyable. Dating back to the mid 1700s, this rollicking nautical adventure (probably from England or Scotland) tells the story of a ship's captain who spots a mermaid in the distance. Since mermaids were thought to bring bad luck, the whole crew panics! A chorus of sailors, a captain, the chef, and a parrot take turns expressing their woe---often in a comedic way. Singers will quickly be hooked, so directors can sink into the educational merits to uncover many hidden treasures. View the arranger's intro video for even more history and teaching ideas.

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.

Choir

SKU: AP.47709

(Go, Tell It on the Mountain). Arranged by Victor C Johnson. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-47709. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47709).

UPC: 038081544021. English. Traditional Spiritual.

This kickin' gospel arrangement of the traditional Christmas spiritual is a standout! Victor's spirited treatment boasts rousing rhythmic syncopation, perfect choral harmony, and a highly creative (and stylistically appropriate) gospel breakdown section with a couple of riff-like solo opportunities. Your audience (or congregation) will be convinced long before the uplifting key change and sensational final chorus.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.45640

Arranged by George L.O. Strid and Mary Donnelly. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-45640. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45640).

UPC: 038081513799. English. Traditional Spiritual.

Get on board with this lively partner song adaptation of the well-known traditional spiritual! Featuring easy-to-sing countermelodies for both the verse and chorus, it's a snap to put together and an excellent first experience with singing in parts.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.50171

Traditional Haitian Folk Song. Composed by Ruth Morris Gray. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Folk; Multicultural; Secular; Traditional; World. CD. Alfred Music #00-50171. Published by Alfred Music (AP.50171).

UPC: 038081573410. English. Traditional Haitian Folk Song.

Lively percussion and rhythmic choral phrases reflect the urgency of a parent seeking healing herbs for a sick child. Sung entirely in Creole, this song is well-known across Haiti and beyond. The arrangement punctuates a faithful interpretation of the folk song with new material and can be performed with or without piano. Claves, congas, and shaker parts are free to download at alfred.com/choralparts.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.41765

Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Form: Medley. Christmas; Sacred; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-41765. Published by Alfred Music (AP.41765).

UPC: 038081468457. English. Traditional Carols; words adapted by Charlotte Lee.

Four treasured carols from Wales, England, and Ireland comprise this colorfully arranged Christmas medley (three-and-a-half minutes in length). The slow-fast-slow-fast form is carefully constructed for choir alone, band alone, or a combined performance. An elegant and timeless treat for the holidays.

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.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.43420

Arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Sacred; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-43420. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43420).

UPC: 038081489605. English. Traditional Carols.

Two carols in one! A rhythmic pattern in the accompaniment introduces an ostinato in the lower voices and lays the groundwork for the tuneful German carol, which bookends glorious strains from another Christmas classic. A creative arrangement that school and church singers are sure to love.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.43374

Arranged by Greg Gilpin. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-43374. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43374).

UPC: 038081489155. English. Traditional Spiritual.

An energetic and accessible arrangement of a great African-American spiritual! A swingin' tempo and gospel chords kick-start the joy, and handclaps in the final refrain take us over the top.

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.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.41608

(The Riddle Song). Arranged by Pepper Choplin. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Folk; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-41608. Published by Alfred Music (AP.41608).

UPC: 038081466880. English. Traditional Folk Song.

Simply stunning. A gently flowing accompaniment beautifully complements the transparent choral texture, and an extended coda provides the perfect close to this Appalachian-inspired arrangement. Unlike anything else you will program this year!

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.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.35618

Arranged by Sally K. Albrecht. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Multicultural; Sacred; Traditional; World. CD. Alfred Music #00-35618. Published by Alfred Music (AP.35618).

UPC: 038081398143. English. Traditional French Carol.

This festive Christmas favorite is easy to assemble with lots of layers and effective counterlines. It could be used as a processional. Add the optional flute and percussion parts for a special touch. School or church.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.43397

Arranged by Donald Moore. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-43397. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43397).

UPC: 038081489384. English. Traditional Spiritual.

Donald Moore's arrangement of this great American Christmas spiritual really kicks. Featuring brief solos in the verses and a gospel-style refrain that remains the same each time, this powerhouse piece will come together quickly during the busiest time of year.

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.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.39722

Arranged by Jay Althouse. This edition: SoundTrax CD. CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-39722. Published by Alfred Music (AP.39722).

UPC: 038081443836. English. Traditional Spiritual.

Great Day, the righteous marching. This rousing, masterful arrangement drives with fortitude and martial energy. Features two solos and optional percussion. Snare drum part included, or download free snare drum, bass drum, and cymbal parts at alfred.com/choralparts.

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.

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.30913

Arranged by Vicki Tucker Courtney. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Multicultural; Sacred; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-30913. Published by Alfred Music (AP.30913).

UPC: 038081336855. English. Traditional French Carol.

Optional harpsichord, hand drum, triangle, and 2 flutes will enhance, but are not required to realize, the Renaissance sound of this recognizable French Carol. A nice change of pace for holiday performances, a strong way to show your choir's polish. Percussion and Flute parts are available free, 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.

Arranged by Tom Fettke; Thomas Grassi. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual. CD. Alfred Music #00-46971. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46971).

Choir Sacred

SKU: AP.47671

Arranged by Matt Podd. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Sacred; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-47671. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47671).

UPC: 038081543642. English. Traditional Carol.

It's a high-energy, gospel-infused take on one of the most treasured Christmas carols of all time. Riveting rhythmic syncopation, triadic choral harmonies that climb in inversion, and plenty of melodic blue notes all add up to . . . well, sheer joy! Your piano player really gets to show off on the fully notated riff-like accompaniment. Plus, you can download free bass and drumset parts for the full effect. Not to be missed!

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.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.46531

(A Partner Song). Arranged by George L.O. Strid and Mary Donnelly. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Folk; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-46531. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46531).

UPC: 038081531069. English. Traditional American Folk Song.

Here's a partner song arrangement of the favorite American folk tune that teaches some history and culture as well! The creative countermelody imitates sounds of musical instruments, which many Erie Canal passengers played to pass the time on their long journey through the locks. Educational and enjoyable!

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.48300

Arranged by Andy Beck and Sonja Poorman. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Folk; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-48300. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48300).

UPC: 038081551234. English. Traditional Swiss Folk Song.

This charming Swiss folk song evokes the sound of yodelers hiking the Alps. The arrangement makes splendid use of a multitude of choral textures, generously passing the melody between all voices in the process. A frothy and fun layered yodeling section in the middle helps build part-singing skills. A wonderful piece for teaching!

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.48809

Arranged by Ruth Morris Gray. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Folk; Multicultural; Secular; Traditional; World. CD. Alfred Music #00-48809. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48809).

UPC: 038081561332. English. Traditional Haitian Folk Song.

Some history: this song comes from Haiti, but actually refers to the first King of Angola, Ngolo Kiluanje, who was revered as a great king. The Creole word for king (wa) plus the king's name (Ngolo) became Wangolo. It's an authentic folk song recalling the peace and prosperity the Angolan people enjoyed before colonization. This rhythmic rendition, which may be performed without piano if desired, includes optional body percussion, suggested parts for djembe and other instruments, optional solos in the call and response section, plus a final descant that tops off the triadic parallel harmonies. Check out the free online ChoreoTrax video for some creative riser choreography.

Choir

SKU: AP.49686

Arranged by Robert T. Gibson. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-49686. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49686).

UPC: 038081567730. English. Traditional Spiritual.

This gospel-style kicker features the bass section on the familiar spiritual melody. It's an arrangement crafted with tried-and-true techniques of the genre like rhythmic choral interjections, close triads, and ascending chord inversions. An exuberant add-on section shifts momentarily to bluesy minor, and a huge ritard at the end invites singers to bring the power. Raise the roof by performing with the lively SoundTrax or invite an improvising bass and drummer to play along. Premiered at the 2022 Missouri MEA conference under the direction of arranger Robert T. Gibson.

Choir

SKU: AP.48411

Arranged by Russell L. Robinson. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-48411. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48411).

UPC: 038081552347. English. Traditional Spiritual.

A bluesy rhythmic motive stacks up across voices, creating a compelling introduction and scattered interludes for this hip interpretation of the African-American spiritual. Call-and-response verses give individual sections a chance to shine, and a brief descant plus some optional divisi add that final flourish. A great teaching piece for 2- and 3-part choirs.

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.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.46436

Arranged by Andy Beck. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular; Traditional. CD. Alfred Music #00-46436. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46436).

UPC: 038081528151. English. Old English Melody; words from the Traditional English Carol.

Words from the English carol, Good King Wenceslas are set to the melody of Hey, Ho, Nobody Home. Canonic writing ensures success, and the stately walking tempo suggests a processional. A light percussion accompaniment (including handbells or Orff instruments) adds a Renaissance feel. Ideal for developing choirs!

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.