Choral SSA choir, piano

SKU: CF.CM9585

Composed by Debra Morton. Fold. Performance Score. 12 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 59 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9585. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9585).

ISBN 9781491154076. UPC: 680160912575. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: G major. English. Original.

Good friends see the best in us. They tend to downplay our faults while applauding our strengths. In short, they encourage us to be the best we can be, maybe even a little more. The text of Paint Me was born out of the desire to be that person my best friend thinks I am. To Mary Jo, my sister and best friend. May I really be that person you see and love. In setting the text of Paint Me to music, I tried to let the cadence of the words dictate the rhythm of the music. Use rubato, word stress and syllabic stress to enhance this. Remember, no two eighth notes are alike, so dont be afraid to let the interior part of a phrase move along, while relaxing the beginning and ending. I would recommend a straight tone as opposed to vibrato for the held notes, since the accompaniment plays around with other harmonies while choral chords are being held. Diction is so important in this song. You have a great opportunity to paint the words, as well as making every idea understood. Enjoy adding the color and shading to make this piece of art your own.
Good friends see the best in us. They tend to downplay our faults while applauding our strengths. In short, they encourage us to be the best we can be, maybe even a little more. The text of Paint MeA was born out of the desire to be that person my best friend thinks I am. To Mary Jo, my sister and best friend. May I really be that person you see and love. In setting the text of Paint Me to music, I tried to let the cadence of the words dictate the rhythm of the music. Use rubato, word stress and syllabic stress to enhance this. Remember, no two eighth notes are alike, so donat be afraid to let the interior part of a phrase move along, while relaxing the beginning and ending. I would recommend a straight tone as opposed to vibrato for the held notes, since the accompaniment plays around with other harmonies while choral chords are being held. Diction is so important in this song. You have a great opportunity to apainta the words, as well as making every idea understood. Enjoy adding the color and shading to make this piece of art your own.
Good friends see the best in us. They tend to downplay our faults while applauding our strengths. In short, they encourage us to be the best we can be, maybe even a little more. The text of Paint Me was born out of the desire to be that person my best friend thinks I am. To Mary Jo, my sister and best friend. May I really be that person you see and love. In setting the text of Paint Me to music, I tried to let the cadence of the words dictate the rhythm of the music. Use rubato, word stress and syllabic stress to enhance this. Remember, no two eighth notes are alike, so don't be afraid to let the interior part of a phrase move along, while relaxing the beginning and ending. I would recommend a straight tone as opposed to vibrato for the held notes, since the accompaniment plays around with other harmonies while choral chords are being held. Diction is so important in this song. You have a great opportunity to paint the words, as well as making every idea understood. Enjoy adding the color and shading to make this piece of art your own.
Good friends see the best in us. They tend to downplay our faults while applauding our strengths. In short, they encourage us to be the best we can be, maybe even a little more. The text of Paint Me was born out of the desire to be that person my best friend thinks I am. To Mary Jo, my sister and best friend. May I really be that person you see and love. In setting the text of Paint Me to music, I tried to let the cadence of the words dictate the rhythm of the music. Use rubato, word stress and syllabic stress to enhance this. Remember, no two eighth notes are alike, so don't be afraid to let the interior part of a phrase move along, while relaxing the beginning and ending. I would recommend a straight tone as opposed to vibrato for the held notes, since the accompaniment plays around with other harmonies while choral chords are being held. Diction is so important in this song. You have a great opportunity to paint the words, as well as making every idea understood. Enjoy adding the color and shading to make this piece of art your own.
Good friends see the best in us. They tend to downplay our faults while applauding our strengths. In short, they encourage us to be the best we can be, maybe even a little more. The text of Paint Me was born out of the desire to be that person my best friend thinks I am.To Mary Jo, my sister and best friend. May I really be that person you see and love.In setting the text of Paint Me to music, I tried to let the cadence of the words dictate the rhythm of the music. Use rubato, word stress and syllabic stress to enhance this. Remember, no two eighth notes are alike, so don’t be afraid to let the interior part of a phrase move along, while relaxing the beginning and ending. I would recommend a straight tone as opposed to vibrato for the held notes, since the accompaniment plays around with other harmonies while choral chords are being held. Diction is so important in this song. You have a great opportunity to “paint” the words, as well as making every idea understood.Enjoy adding the color and shading to make this piece of art your own.

Choral SAB chorus, piano

SKU: CF.CM9731

From Requiem, Op 45. Composed by Johannes Brahms. Arranged by Russell L. Robinson. 20 pages. Duration 5:30. Carl Fischer Music #CM9731. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9731).

ISBN 9781491161111. UPC: 680160919703. Key: C major. English.

Johannes Brahms, born May 7, 1833 in Hamburg, Germany and died April 3, 1897 in Vienna where he lived most of his life. Brahms is one of the most famous composers of the Romantic period (1830-1920) although his music has many elements of the Classical period (1750 to 1830) as he followed many of the practices of Classical composers Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. In addition to being a composer, he was also well-known as a pianist and conductor. Brahms began writing the Requiem (also known as the German Requiem, Opus 45) soon after his mother died in February 1865 which caused him great grief. In April of that year, he completed the first, second and fourth movements and completed the rest of the seven movements in May of 1868. How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place (Wie Lieblich sind Deine Wohnungen) was the fourth movement of his seven movement work.   Originally written for SATB voices in E-flat major, this seamlessly similar arrangement for SAB voices, now in C major, affords all voices comfortable ranges. Although, it is approximately 5 minutes and 30 seconds in length, it is perceived to be much shorter because of the contrasting stylistic sections within the work. How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place is one of the most beautiful choral pieces by Brahms, perhaps in the entire Romantic period.   Although Brahms wrote the original piano reduction, in this edition, it has been made more accessible for pianists with a wide range of skills. Pay close attention to the dynamic markings throughout the piece, making them apparent to the voices, conductor, and audience. I hope you enjoy singing this beautiful and timeless piece by Johannes Brahms! Russell Robinson, Arranger        .
Johannes Brahms, born May 7, 1833 in Hamburg, Germany and died April 3, 1897 in Vienna where he lived most of his life. Brahms is one of the most famous composers of the Romantic period (1830-1920) although his music has many elements of the Classical period (1750 to 1830) as he followed many of the practices of Classical composers Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven.  In addition to being a composer, he was also well-known as a pianist and conductor.  Brahms began writing the Requiem (also known as the German Requiem, Opus 45) soon after his mother died in February 1865 which caused him great grief.  In April of that year, he completed the first, second and fourth movements and completed the rest of the seven movements in May of 1868.  How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place (Wie Lieblich sind Deine Wohnungen) was the fourth movement of his seven movement work. Originally written for SATB voices in E-flat major, this seamlessly similar arrangement for SAB voices, now in C major, affords all voices comfortable ranges. Although, it is approximately 5 minutes and 30 seconds in length, it is perceived to be much shorter because of the contrasting stylistic sections within the work. How Lovely is Thy Dwelling Place is one of the most beautiful choral pieces by Brahms, perhaps in the entire Romantic period. Although Brahms wrote the original piano reduction, in this edition, it has been made more accessible for pianists with a wide range of skills.  Pay close attention to the dynamic markings throughout the piece, making them apparent to the voices, conductor, and audience.I hope you enjoy singing this beautiful and timeless piece by Johannes Brahms!Russell Robinson, Arranger    .

Composed by Jerry Estes. For 3-part mixed choir, a cappella. Sing!. Octavo. Published by Chorister's Guild

Composed by Becki Slagle Mayo. For 3-part mixed choir and piano. Spiritual. Octavo. Heritage Music Press #15/3217H. Published by Heritage Music Press

By Greg Gilpin. For Choir. (3-Part Mixed). Choral Octavo. Choral Designs. Gospel; Spiritual, Christmas. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

SAB choir, voice solo, assembly, keyboard accompaniment, C instrument, B-flat instrument, violin 1, violin 2, cello, guitar - Early intermediate

SKU: GI.G-9703

Arranged by Tony Alonso S.J. Christmastide. Christmas. Tune Name: Londonderry Air. Sacred. Octavo. With guitar chord names. 16 pages. GIA Publications #9703. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9703).

UPC: 785147970309. English. Text by Adam M. L. Tice.

Taken from the collection Encounter: From the Heart of Pope Francis, G-9616, the stunning text for this beloved tune is matched only by the outstanding arrangement. This surprisingly simple piece will easily find the perfect home in your choir for the Christmas season.  Learn a little more about this piece in this short interview with Tony Alonso. Listen to the recording and preview the score to A Weary Couple in this score video.

By Debra Lynn. For SAB choir, with piano. Terry J. Barham Choral Series. Choral octavo only. Instrumental accompaniment sold separately (SBMP 480.1). Concert, Choral. Medium. Octavo. Published by Santa Barbara Music Publishing

Composed by Traditional American. Arranged by Kyle Pederson. School, Church. Walton Choral. Octavo. Walton Music #WW1813. Published by Walton Music

SAB choir, piano accompaniment

SKU: GI.G-9116

Composed by Jane Best. Simple Gifts. Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. GIA Publications #9116. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9116).

UPC: 785147911609. English. Text by Mary Louise Bringle.

This tune has a familiarity that will endear it to your choir the first time they sing it. The piece builds from unison, to a two-part round between the men’s and women’s voices, arriving at a three-part verse (a cappella optional). Even this final verse is not challenging. A great piece to have on hand when rehearsal time is short.

Composed by Tim Attride. The antiphon for use with the Seven Penitential Psalms and the Lenten chant Parce Domine are presented here in chant with Latin text, followed by SAB polyphony with English text. This is an accessible and wonderfully appropriate anthem for your choir this. Lent, General. Published by CanticaNOVA Publications (C5.5042).

Choir (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.47600

Composed by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Sacred. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-47600. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47600).

UPC: 038081542935. English.

This simple yet elegant setting is sung on just two short Latin phrases. A partner song approach gives each voice part independence, while a brief B section includes some homophonic choral harmonies. Halfway through the piece, a delicate descant-like third part is introduced, which floats gently above when the lyrical theme and counter theme return. Excellent concert or contest repertoire for developing 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.

Composed by Peter J. Durow. Choral. Octavo. Heritage Music Press #15/3569H. Published by Heritage Music Press

Organ Accompaniment (SSA Choir)

SKU: HL.48025443

SSA and Organ. Composed by James Macmillan. BH Secular Choral. Choral, Classical. Octavo. Duration 360 seconds. Boosey and Hawkes #M060142017. Published by Boosey and Hawkes (HL.48025443).

ISBN 9781784549053. UPC: 196288216414.

Setti ng of a prayer by Mother Cornelia Connelly, foundress of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus in 1846 and latterly Mayfield School. In 1863 she was inspired to transform the ruins of the Old Palace of Mayfield into a girls’ school embodying the ethos of the Society; this was accomplished in 1872. The Cornelian ethos of the text make this piece suitable for a wide range of occasions, such as Easter, weddings and general thanksgiving. The choral writing is expressively scored in response to the poem; the organ part, for manuals throughout, is supportive and provides musical punctuation, with a short decorative postlude.

SSA choir, piano

SKU: LO.15-3581H

Composed by Jean Berger. Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner. Choral. Octavo. Heritage Music Press #15/3581H. Published by Heritage Music Press (LO.15-3581H).

ISBN 9780787761967.

See the mountains kiss high heaven and the waves clasp one another ... and the sunlight clasps the earth, and the moonbeams kiss the sea ... From Berger’s Five Shelley Poems, this arrangement uses tempo changes and dynamic nuances to honor the contour of the text. Included are two short optional a cappella sections which make this a solid piece of concert repertoire for upper-voice ensembles.

By Jay Althouse. For Choir. (SSA). Choral Octavo. Level: Level 3 (grade L3). Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Jay Althouse. For Choir. (SAB). Choral Octavo. Level: Level 3 (grade L3). Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.