SKU: AP.48888

UPC: 038081562124. English. West Indies Folk Song.

A great fit for choirs of any age or ability! Harry Belafonte sang this joyful West Indies song on his 1956 album Calypso. Dr. Robinson's arrangement has just the right amount of repetition versus development, and will come together quickly with intuitive voice leading and some stylistic syncopation. One a cappella refrain just after the key change features the conga to keep the groove going, and a final descant adds a rhythmic counterline above. Build up the Jamaican vibe with our light SoundTrax accompaniment or the notated percussion part (available free online). The theme: build your house on solid ground.

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: AP.47731

UPC: 038081544243. English. Lynn Ahrens.

Infused with the syncopated rhythms of the West Indies, this arrangement from Once on This Island is guaranteed to bring the house down! Low voices maintain the groove while upper voices dance above in perfect harmony. Whether you choose to add choreography or not, you won't be able to stand still! Both the optional SoundPax and SoundTrax CD preserve the island-influenced instrumentation of the Broadway score.

About Alfred Pop Choral Series

The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.

SKU: WD.080689902222

UPC: 080689902222.

SKU: HL.250021

UPC: 888680713522. 5.0x5.0x0.15 inches.

With hints of soul, country and contemporary Christian, this midtempo ballad tells the story of starting over again following a tragedy. A positive message and a beautiful melody make this ballad a solid choice for any sort of concert.

SKU: HL.299550

UPC: 888680956899. 5.0x5.0x0.188 inches.

John Denver's enduring and classic ode to West Virginia has a new audience as the lead in to the video game Fallout 76. This signature song and official state anthem continues to be one of Denver's best-selling recordings nearly 50 years on. Deftly set by Roger Emerson to develop and emphasize young men's harmonization and melodic independence skills.

SKU: 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.

SKU: AP.48951

UPC: 038081562759. English.

GRAMMY Award-winning artist (and talk show host) Kelly Clarkson received widespread critical acclaim for this song of acceptance during a time when we need it most. A lively pop beat drives the anthem to its I dare you to love hook, delivering a sincere message of universal inspiration. Be sure to check out Kelly's alternate language versions, including one performed in American Sign Language.

About Alfred Pop Choral Series

The Alfred Pop Series features outstanding arrangements of songs from the popular music genre. These publications provide exciting, contemporary, and educationally-sound arrangements for singers of all ages, from elementary through high school, to college and adult choirs.

SKU: WD.080689990229

SKU: WD.080689778131

SKU: HL.287205

UPC: 888680902551. 5.0x5.0x0.115 inches.

A little bit cheeky, a little bit naughty, but completely refreshing, multi-faceted composer Tim Minchin gives the 2011 West End adaptation of Roald Dahl's 1988 book Matilda a quick-witted and wry look into the hopes and desires of the friendly school children surrounding the title character. Bouncy and idiosyncratic, Emerson's arrangement captures the wonder!