Two Folksongs of Love and Loss. Composed by American Folk Song Irish Folk Song. Arranged by Greg Gilpin. Fold. Octavo. 8 pages. Duration 1 minute, 40 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9646. Published by Carl Fischer Music

Choral (SAB Choir)

SKU: HL.143361

By Sam Smith. Arranged by Mac Huff. Pop Choral Series. Ballad, Pop, Show Choir, Soul. Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.143361).

UPC: 888680055547. 6.75x10.5 inches.

From the British singer/songwriter Sam Smith, this pop ballad found major chart success across the globe. With a message of heartache and loss, this piano-driven track features simple, emotional lyrics that will resonate with choirs and audiences everywhere.

Choral (SAB Choir)

SKU: HL.365106

Composed by Diane Hannibal. Arranged by Stacey Nordmeyer. Daybreak Choral Series. Communion, Easter, General Worship, Lent, Sacred. Octavo. Duration 200 seconds. Published by Daybreak Music (HL.365106).

UPC: 840126960853. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Colossians 3:15, Luke 24:30, Psalm 23:5.

With a pristine quote from the classic hymn tune BREAD OF LIFE, this piece raises the curtain on a winsome invitation to the Lord's Supper. Mercy and forgiveness draw the seeker in lovely melodic strains that rise and fall like a prayer as the anthem unfolds. A lush and satisfying chorus showcases the timbre of the choir while passionately calling the faithful to “Bring every burden, bring every need... to the table of peace.” Highly recommended!

By Lloyd Larson. Arranged by Mary Kay Beall. (SAB or Three-Part). Scripture References: 1 Chronicles 23:30 -- Colossians 2:6-7 -- Colossians 3:15 -- Hebrews 12:28. Hymntune, Hymntune, Thanksgiving and Sacred. Print Music Single (SATB). 12 pages. Published by Hope Publishing Company.

Choir Secular (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.47004

Composed by Dok Stanford, Frank Sinatra, and Henry Sanicola. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Christmas; Holiday Pops; Secular; Winter. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47004. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47004).

UPC: 038081536538. English.

A holiday pops tune straight out of the Rat Pack era, co-written by Ol' Blue Eyes himself! This nostalgic mid-tempo swing arrangement starts with voices swapping the melody, then blossoms into sweet choral sonorities. Oh, by gosh, by golly, consider using the SoundTrax CD or SoundPax parts to take full advantage of Mark Hayes's snazzy, jazzy arrangement.

SAB choir, cantor, voice solo, assembly, keyboard accompaniment, guitar, C instrument - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-9008

Composed by Marty Haugen. Holy Family. Celebration Series. Sacred. Octavo. With guitar chord names. 12 pages. GIA Publications #9008. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9008).

UPC: 785147900801. English. Text Source: Colossians 3:12-17, adapt. MH. Scripture: Colossians 3:12–17.

Choir Secular (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.47580

Composed by Ruth Morris Gray. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. 4th of July; Patriotic; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47580. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47580).

UPC: 038081542737. English. Francis Scott Key.

Program this moving patriotic piece to celebrate our country at any time of year. An all-new original melody and a shimmering accompaniment beautifully highlight Francis Scott Key's words from The Star-Spangled Banner. Toward the end, a lush musical quote from the national anthem blossoms into a final glorious refrain, a soaring penultimate cadence, and one last introspective accolade for the brave!

Choir Secular (Women's Choir)

SKU: AP.47005

Composed by Dok Stanford, Frank Sinatra, and Henry Sanicola. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Christmas; Holiday Pops; Secular; Winter. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47005. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47005).

UPC: 038081536545. English.

A holiday pops tune straight out of the Rat Pack era, co-written by Ol' Blue Eyes himself! This nostalgic mid-tempo swing arrangement starts with voices swapping the melody, then blossoms into sweet choral sonorities. Oh, by gosh, by golly, consider using the SoundTrax CD or SoundPax parts to take full advantage of Mark Hayes's snazzy, jazzy arrangement.

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.47006

Composed by Dok Stanford, Frank Sinatra, and Henry Sanicola. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Christmas; Holiday Pops; Pop; Secular; Winter. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47006. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47006).

UPC: 038081536552. English.

A holiday pops tune straight out of the Rat Pack era, co-written by Ol' Blue Eyes himself! This nostalgic mid-tempo swing arrangement starts with voices swapping the melody, then blossoms into sweet choral sonorities. Oh, by gosh, by golly, consider using the SoundTrax CD or SoundPax parts to take full advantage of Mark Hayes's snazzy, jazzy arrangement.

(The New Colossus ). By Greg Gilpin. For 3-part mixed choir and piano. Concert, Patriotic. Octavo. Published by Heritage Music Press

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.47581

Composed by Ruth Morris Gray. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. 4th of July; Patriotic; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47581. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47581).

UPC: 038081542744. English. Francis Scott Key.

Program this moving patriotic piece to celebrate our country at any time of year. An all-new original melody and a shimmering accompaniment beautifully highlight Francis Scott Key's words from The Star-Spangled Banner. Toward the end, a lush musical quote from the national anthem blossoms into a final glorious refrain, a soaring penultimate cadence, and one last introspective accolade for the brave!

Composed by Kevin A. Memley. Pavane Choral. Octavo. 12 pages. Pavane Publishing #P1560. Published by Pavane Publishing (HL.158719).

(The New Colossus). Composed by Thomas Fettke. Arranged by Thomas Grassi and Thomas Fettke. For Choral (SAB). Choral. 12 pages. Published by Shawnee Press

Choral SSA Choir and Piano

SKU: CF.CM9718

Composed by Meredith Tompkins. 8 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 23 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9718. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9718).

ISBN 9781491160978. UPC: 680160919574. Key: D major. English. Manmohan Ghose.

Manmohan Ghose was a professor, poet, and brilliant scholar from Eastern India in the late 19th century. He was educated in London, and was one of the first poets originally from India to publish poetry in English. A Lament is one of his earliest published poems; it progresses with vivid, scenic language from lullaby to permanent goodbye. Much later in life, Manmohan experienced a series of family tragedies that gave him a unique perspective on grief. After returning to India to mourn his father's death and eventually the passing of his wife, he never again made it back to England as he had wished to before his own death. The text of this piece has been paired with a mixolydian modal structure and a blend of musical elements designed to invoke a nostalgic, dream-like atmosphere. In the words of the composer: I like to think of this piece as a metaphorical hall of mirrors. The original 'image' of the melody becomes the source for multiple echoes and imitations that blossom into layers of polyphonic movement. As a nod to the poet's birth place, notes reminiscent of the kan-swar grace note technique of Hindustani classical music add ornamental interest to the piano and voices. This piece functions as an excellent educational introduction or further study into the concept of modes. When presenting this piece to a choir, directors may find it helpful to identify G as the tonal center and follow up with an explanation that G mixolydian has the same key signature as the key of C, because it naturally has no sharps or flats.
Manmohan Ghose was a professor, poet, and brilliant scholar from Eastern India in the late 19th century. He was educated in London, and was one of the first poets originally from India to publish poetry in English. “A Lament” is one of his earliest published poems; it progresses with vivid, scenic language from lullaby to permanent goodbye. Much later in life, Manmohan experienced a series of family tragedies that gave him a unique perspective on grief. After returning to India to mourn his father’s death and eventually the passing of his wife, he never again made it back to England as he had wished to before his own death. The text of this piece has been paired with a mixolydian modal structure and a blend of musical elements designed to invoke a nostalgic, dream-like atmosphere. In the words of the composer: “I like to think of this piece as a metaphorical hall of mirrors. The original ‘image’ of the melody becomes the source for multiple echoes and imitations that blossom into layers of polyphonic movement.” As a nod to the poet’s birth place, notes reminiscent of the kan-swar grace note technique of Hindustani classical music add ornamental interest to the piano and voices. This piece functions as an excellent educational introduction or further study into the concept of modes. When presenting this piece to a choir, directors may find it helpful to identify G as the tonal center and follow up with an explanation that G mixolydian has the same key signature as the key of C, because it naturally has no sharps or flats.

(from Three Nocturnes). Composed by Daniel Elder. For SSA choir, piano accompaniment. Westminster Choir Series. Music Education. Easy/Medium. Octavo. 12 pages. Published by GIA Publications

SAB choir, cantor, voice solo, assembly, keyboard accompaniment, 2 C instruments, guitar

SKU: GI.G-9007

Composed by Marty Haugen. Celebration Series. Sacred. Octavo. With guitar chord names. 8 pages. GIA Publications #9007. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9007).

UPC: 785147900702. English. Text Source: Based on Luke 6:27–36, Psalm 103:8, 13, Colossians 3:12–13, Corporal Works of Mercy, adapt. MH. Scripture: Luke 6:27–36, Psalm 103:8, 13, Colossians 3:12–13.

The text of “Be Merciful,” drawn from Luke, reminds us to be merciful to others as God is merciful to us, the verses provide concrete examples. Alternate choral settings for the verses (two-part and “backup”) offer some variety. The relaxed tone suggests natural use as a prelude or even at the preparation of gifts, post-Communion, or other times of reflection. Originally written for the Jubilee Year of Mercy, this song will be appropriate as long as the need for mercy remains.

SSA choir, SAT, voice solo, assembly, keyboard accompaniment, guitar - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-9346

Composed by Jeanne Cotter. Ordinary Time 17 B, Ordinary Time 19 B, Holy Family. Celebration Series. Sacred. Octavo. With guitar chord names. 20 pages. GIA Publications #9346. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9346).

UPC: 785147934608. English. Text by Jeanne Cotter. Scripture: Ephesians 4:1, 32, Colossians 3:12, 15.

As Pope Francis calls for a “revolution of tenderness,” there is no better time for us to join our voices in these words that echo Paul’s words to the Ephesians (4:32). This gentle, yet unshakable, arrangement is scored for either SSA or SAT, and is the perfect addition to your choir’s repertoire of texts that speak of deep compassion and love. For SAT or SSA choir.

Choir Secular (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.48894

Composed by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Peace/Brotherhood; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48894. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48894).

UPC: 038081562186. English.

Written as a prompt for discussing diversity, equity, and inclusion, this heartfelt song favors no group over another, but rather emphasizes the value of each individual. Follow the ever-changing texture as an earnest unison melody blossoms into a fully harmonized bridge, before new and compelling lines are introduced and interwoven. In the end, you'll have a patchwork quilt with many unique squares joined together to create one thing of beauty.

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.

By Ian Tyson. Arranged by Larry Nickel. For SAB choir and piano. Octavo. Published by Cypress Choral Music

Choir Secular (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.48335

Composed by Katie O'Connor-Ballantyne. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. 4th of July; Patriotic; Secular. Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Alfred Music #00-48335. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48335).

UPC: 038081551586. English. Words by Emma Lazarus.

These famous words are inscribed on the pedestal of the Statue of .Liberty: Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free. Emma Lazarus's timeless poem has been sensitively imagined for choir and piano, with optional French horn. A stirring opening solo blossoms into a beautifully crafted chorus with expressive tempo and dynamic shifts. Patriotic and inspiring. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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 (Women's Choir)

SKU: AP.48336

Composed by Katie O'Connor-Ballantyne. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. 4th of July; Patriotic; Secular. Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Alfred Music #00-48336. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48336).

UPC: 038081551593. English. Words by Emma Lazarus.

These famous words are inscribed on the pedestal of the Statue of Liberty: Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free. Emma Lazarus's timeless poem has been sensitively imagined for choir and piano, with optional French horn. A stirring opening solo blossoms into a beautifully crafted chorus with expressive tempo and dynamic shifts. Patriotic and inspiring. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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.

By John Carter. For Choir. (3-part Mixed). Advent, Hymntune and Sacred. Print Music Single (Three-Part Mixed). Published by Hope Publishing Company.

Choir Secular (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.48911

Composed by Mark Burrows. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Peace/Brotherhood; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48911. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48911).

UPC: 038081562353. English.

We will reach out, sing out, make a change. We will show the world what love can do! These empowering lyrics were inspired by thoughts and feelings from amazing young people at a virtual conference held in 2020. Spread the important message with this stirring anthem of hope by stellar composer and youth mentor, Mark Burrows. Starts with a tiny mezzo-soprano seed and blossoms into a full bloom fortissimo. Along the way, intuitive pop rhythms, satisfying harmonies, an especially memorable bridge, a moment of a cappella, and even handclaps help to secure that full finale effect.

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 Ruth Elaine Schram. Octavo. Heritage Music Press #15/3453H. Published by Heritage Music Press (LO.15-3453H).

From "A Star Is Born". Composed by Lady Gaga, Mark Ronson, Anthony Rossomando, and Andrew Wyatt. Arranged by Alan Billingsley. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Movie; Pop. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47870. Published by Alfred Music