Choral (VoiceTrax CD)

SKU: HL.265811

Discovery Level 1. Composed by Cristi Cary Miller and Lowell Mason. Arranged by Cristi Cary Miller. Discovery Choral. Concert, Festival, Round. CD. Duration 140 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.265811).

UPC: 888680732516. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches. Lowell Mason/Cristi Cary Miller.

Composer Lowell Mason is often regarded as the father of public school music education. In this early song by him we sing of the power, beauty and joy that music brings to our lives. A message that rings true in our music classrooms as much today as ever.

Choral (ShowTrax CD)

SKU: HL.214301

By James Taylor. By James Taylor. Arranged by Audrey Snyder. Pop Choral Series. Pop, Seventies, Show Choir. CD. Duration 190 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.214301).

UPC: 888680663902. 5.0x5.0x0.185 inches.

The title track from James Taylors breakthrough album of the same name in 1970, this sweet song in triple meter evokes dual impressions of childhood and of the lone traveler and will fill your performance space with a warm, nostalgic glow!

Choral (ChoirTrax CD)

SKU: HL.110405

Composed by John Leavitt and Robert Herrick. Sacred Christmas Choral. Choir & Orchestra, Christmas Sacred, Concert, Poetry. CD only. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.110405).

UPC: 884088862817. 5x5 inches.

The 17th century poem by Robert Herrick forms the basis for this lovely setting. The solo opening is taken up by the choir in a gently imitative way, followed by a contrasting middle section that reflects the imagery portrayed in the text. Finally, the music modulates and the rich choral textures bring the work to a fulfilling conclusion. Available separately: SATB/Solo, SAB/Solo, SSA/Solo, ChoirTrax CD. Chamber Orchestra score and parts available as a printed edition and as a digital download (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-3, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db). Duration: ca. 3:45.

Arranged by Don Besig and Nancy Price. For Choir. Choral Octavo. Spiritual. CD. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.46352

Arranged by Alan Billingsley. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Form: Medley. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. CD. Alfred Music #00-46352. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46352).

UPC: 038081527314. English. Alan Billingsley.

This fast paced mini-medley is overflowing with holiday merriment! From the rollicking Here We Come A-Caroling and regal Good King Wenceslas to the sweet ballad treatment of I Heard the Bells and rhythm-charged Deck the Hall, it's three-and-a-half minutes of Christmas cheer. Don't miss the SoundPax and SoundTrax CD, complete with all the bells and whistles. Consider adding choreography (from the When We Sing! DVD) for a glittering star atop the tree.

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.46940

(Swing Low). Composed by Jay Althouse and Sally K. Albrecht. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual. CD. Alfred Music #00-46940. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46940).

UPC: 038081535890. English.

A quote from Swing Low, Sweet Chariot opens this gospel original with soulful style before breaking into a full-blown spiritual celebration! The energized and syncopated chorus is a strong hook designed especially for developing voices. In the 3-part voicing, a handful of cued Baritone notes offer even more flexibility for changing male voices.

Level 3 Mixed, Performance/Accompaniment CD. By Brad White, Glenda Casey, Jan Juneau, Bobbie Douglass. (Mixed Perf/Acc CDs (2)). Essential Elements Choir. CD only. Size 5x5.5 inches. 288 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Performance/Accompaniment CD

SKU: HP.C6294C

Arranged by Joel Raney. Piano with optional Rhythm Parts (available separately). Choral Performance/Accompaniment CDs. Hope Publishing Company #C6294C. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.C6294C).

UPC: 763628962944.

Tradi tional American Song This energetic, toe-tapping setting is fun to sing and filled with dynamic progressions and effective use of modulations. Combining hints of two other favorites: Swing Low, Sweet Chariot and I Am Bound for the Promised Land, this is ideal for church and community choirs alike.

Choir Secular

SKU: AP.49766

Composed by Mark Burrows. This edition: SoundTrax CD. Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Peace/Brotherhood; Secular; Winter. CD. Alfred Music #00-49766. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49766).

UPC: 038081568539. English.

When considering various winter holidays, what is the common thread? A candle and a song. Beautiful in its simplicity, here's a quiet celebration crafted to resonate universally. Mark's delicate melody and sweet sonorities float effortlessly over a flowing piano accompaniment. With readable rhythms, easy to learn notes, and sensible vocal ranges, it's intentionally uncomplicated so that the message of the text will clearly speak. Hushed and heartfelt, a memorable moment.

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: LO.99-2521L

Composed by Ruth Elaine Schram. Choral. Sacred Anthem, General, Transfiguration. Performance/accompaniment CD. Lorenz Publishing Company #99/2521L. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company (LO.99-2521L).

UPC: 000308123739.

Ruthi e Schram has partnered the two wonderful spirituals, “Good News” and “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” in this upbeat, swing-style arrangement. Expertly crafted for beginning part-singers and small, volunteer choirs, it opens with one spiritual, then introduces the second, firmly grounding the tunes with the singers before partnering them in the final section.

By Vic Chiodo, bass clarinet; Paul Hartley, piano. Mark Records. Listening CD. Duration 60:49:00. Published by Mark Custom Music (MK.50436-MCD).