Choir (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.48428

(When the Spirit Says Sing). Arranged by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48428. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48428).

UPC: 038081552514. English. Traditional Spiritual.

The familiar African-American spiritual in a fresh rhythmic setting! Opening with just a shaker and unison voices, a tapestry of percussion ostinatos and traditional choral harmony gradually unfolds before returning back to the clean lines of the beginning. Well-planned key changes ensure successful a cappella modulations for less-experienced groups. Three notated percussion parts are included in the publication.

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.46930

Composed by Glenda Franklin. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Children; Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-46930. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46930).

UPC: 038081535791. English. Words based on a traditional nursery rhyme; music by Glenda Franklin.

A piano accompaniment that suggests the gentle rocking of a boat at sea sets the scene for this fanciful nighttime adventure, featuring a text adapted from a traditional nursery rhyme. With a melody built around a minor triad, it's a clear introduction to minor tonality. A couple of cues allow for optional three-part harmony at the end.

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.46555

(Hush, Hush Child). Arranged by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Multicultural; Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-46555. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46555).

UPC: 038081531304. Swahili. Traditional Lesotho Lullaby.

A combination of the traditional Lesotho lullaby with some original words and music, this arrangement pairs a simple African text with English lyrics on the same topic. All parts sing in unison first, laying the groundwork for both two and three part canons which soon develop. Legato verses and a hushed bridge provide nice contrast to the form. Choreography is on Alfred's Movin' DVD.

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.43337

Arranged by Greg Gilpin. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Novelty; Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Alfred Music #00-43337. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43337).

UPC: 038081488783. English. Traditional Carol.

This hilarious send-up spoofs the usual gifts presented in the well-known song: Eight ugly sweaters, seven pink flamingos, six Hawaiian shirts. The parody text provides lots of laughs, while the ever-changing musical styles (including even Latin and disco) are guaranteed to entertain.

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 (2-Part choir; Women's Choir)

SKU: AP.48850

Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Form: Canon. Sacred. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48850. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48850).

UPC: 038081561745. English. Andy Beck.

The traditional Ubi Caritas text is uniquely set as an uptempo jazz waltz. Just one sentence in Latin plus a few English lyrics make it clear that this song is all about charity and love. As you've come to expect from this composer, the canon is a true skill-builder---with a modal melody that moves from unison to two and eventually three independent layers (using descant singers for 2-part choirs). Don't miss the jazzy flute obbligato 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.

Choir (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.48410

Arranged by Russell L. Robinson. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48410. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48410).

UPC: 038081552330. 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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.46922

(Deck the Hall). Arranged by Alan Billingsley. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-46922. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46922).

UPC: 038081535715. English. Alan Billingsley.

A Christmas classic updated with a fresh Latin groove! Syncopated rhythms energize the vocal lines, which remain true to the carol's original harmonization. A new Fa la la refrain and bridge build excitement leading to the third verse, and a key change near the end results in a big finish. Add the SoundTrax CD, SoundPax, and complete choreography from the Movin' DVD for even more pizzazz!

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.47577

Pachelbel's Canon in D. Arranged by David Waggoner. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-47577. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47577).

UPC: 038081542706. English. Words from a Traditional Nursery Rhyme.

A simple yet elegant adaptation of Pachelbel's Canon in D, this arrangement introduces a new melody that beautifully complements the beloved original. Incorporates twinkling text from the nursery rhyme Star light, star bright as well as some new words about making wishes. A delicate balance of unison- and partner-singing makes this an ideal selection for younger groups.

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.45402

Arranged by Alan Billingsley. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-45402. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45402).

UPC: 038081511429. English. Alan Billingsley.

This rhythmic rendition of the traditional carol is a blast! The funky feel craves choreography (on the Step One! DVD and at alfred.com/video), a likely addition, as accessible writing will make note learning a breeze. A new half-time bridge leads into a key change just before the final groovin' verse.

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 Russell L. Robinson. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular. Choral Octavo. 20 pages. Alfred Music #00-47628. Published by Alfred Music

Choir Sacred (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.50206

Composed by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Chanukah; Sacred. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-50206. Published by Alfred Music (AP.50206).

UPC: 038081573762. English.

This warm Hanukkah original counts the menorah candles one by one to commemorate each night of the meaningful holiday. Conservative ranges, manageable phrase lengths, and beginning part singing techniques are designed for quick learning. As a special touch, interludes and counterlines reference the traditional Hebrew song Oy, Khanike, and Shalom Chaverim is sung in a round just before the hushed ending.

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.45447

Arranged by Kirby Shaw. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Jazz; Novelty; Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-45447. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45447).

UPC: 038081511870. English. Kirby Shaw.

This swingin' arrangement gives the old favorite children's song a fantastic update! Jazzy rhythms and hip harmonies abound in the accompaniment, while the vocal parts remain simple and accessible for young singers. New lyrics in a contrasting middle verse accentuate the courage and resolve of the determined little arachnid. Very cool!

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.46351

Arranged by Alan Billingsley. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Form: Medley. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Alfred Music #00-46351. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46351).

UPC: 038081527307. 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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.38056

Composed by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred; Spiritual. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-38056. Published by Alfred Music (AP.38056).

UPC: 038081425283. English.

Here's a rockin' original featuring easy-to-sing harmonies, a largely step-wise melody, and energized rhythmic phrases, just right for developing choirs. The traditional spiritual Rock-a My Soul becomes a key element halfway through, and a ringing descant drives to the end.

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 (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.48946

Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Novelty; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48946. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48946).

UPC: 038081562704. English. Words by Andy Beck; Brian Fisher; music by Andy Beck.

After weeks of waiting, it's finally time to open those holiday gifts. As the kids gleefully tear into their presents, wrapping paper, ribbons, tags, and bags go flying---it's a gift wrap riot! This rockin' hand jive is a total blast. The vocal parts pretty much teach themselves, so there's plenty of time to add the familiar hand motions or learn Andy's full choreography (printed in the score and available as a free ChoreoTrax video online). If holiday novelty numbers have become a tradition at your school, you won't want to miss this one!

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 Mary Donnelly and George L. O. Strid. For 2-part choir. Sing!. Octavo. Published by Chorister's Guild