By Howard Helvey. For TTBB choir, a cappella. General, Communion. Moderately Difficult. Octavo. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers

Composed by Richard Curchard. For TTBB choir, divisi (a cappella). Jefferson Johnson Choral Series. Main Key: E Flat Major. Secular. Difficulty: Medium (Adult). Octavo. 8 pages. Duration 5 minutes 30 seconds. Published by Hinshaw Music Inc.

Music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman, arranged by Kirby Shaw. Octavo for TTBB choir (a cappella). G Major. Series: Hal Leonard Pop Choral Series . 8 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Orchestra version: TTBB choir, 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, timpani, contrabass; organ version: TTBB choir, organ

SKU: CA.5017211

Composed by Josef Gabriel Rheinberger. Sacred vocal music, Mass, latin. German title: Missa In B (Orchesterfassung). Sacred vocal music, Masses, Latin. Single Part, Double Bass. Composed 1892. Op. 172. 4 pages. Duration 23 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 50.172/11. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5017211).

ISBN 9790007080549. Key: B flat major. Language: Latin.

The Mass in B flat, op. 172, dates from 1892 and was published in two authentic versions. The instrumental accompaniment can be played either by an ensemble of wind instruments or by organ. Between Gloria and Credo Rheinberger placed a powerfully expressive a cappella Ave Maria, probably due to the fact that the Mass was first performed on a major feast day of the Virgin Mary: on the feast of Purification (Candlemas) in Breslau Cathedral. Score and part available separately - see item CA.5017200.

TTBB Choir

SKU: CA.967820

Composed by Ko Matsushita. Edited by Stefan Schuck. CARUS CONTEMPORARY. Sacred vocal music. Full score. 4 pages. Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 09.678/20. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.967820).

ISBN 9790007241377. Language: Latin.

Matsushita's Ave Maria is a very intimate short unaccompanied piece of true inward devotion. An experienced composer, Matsushita has chosen a tonal musical language for this homophonic piece. His enchanting modulations, well-placed and precisely-judged, are particularly effective without overloading the simple character of the work. All the parts are written in comfortable registers throughout and without divisi, so that the piece can easily be performed by all choirs. In short: a jewel! Score available separately - see item CA.967800.

Lyrics by Francis Scott Key, music by John Stafford Smith, arranged by Barry Talley. Octavo for TTBB chorus (a cappella). Choral. C Major. 4 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Choral TTBB choir, piano

SKU: CF.CM9635

Composed by Victor Johnson. Fold. Performance Score. 12 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 19 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9635. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9635).

ISBN 9781491157077. UPC: 680160915637. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: E major. English, English. Abram Joseph Ryan (1838-1886).

Victor Johnson captures the mystery and nuance of the bittersweet poem, Wake Me a Song, by American poet, Abram Joseph Ryan. Nuance, text, and Johnson's rich harmonies paired with intertwining textures make this a noteworthy addition to any program. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9561).
About the Author Abram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states. Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky. About the Song Wake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment. To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections. One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of Painting the Phrase. The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and paint the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.
About the AuthorAbram Joseph Ryan was born Matthew Abraham Ryan on February 5, 1838 in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a young man, Ryan and his family moved west St. Louis, Missouri, where he was educated at the Christian Brothers School. He studied for the priesthood at Niagra University in New York State and was ordained a priest in the Vincentian order on November 1, 1856. He taught theology, first at Niagra university and then at the diocesan seminary in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, until the beginning of the war between the states.Father Ryan enlisted in the army on September 1, 1862, and served as a chaplain throughout the conflict, carrying the wounded to safety and performing last rites on the battlefield. His first piece of poetry was inspired by the death of a younger brother while serving in the army. After the war, he established a weekly literary magazine in which most of his poetry was published. He also put out several volumes of poetry, including Father Ryan's Poems and A Crown for Our Queen. Father Ryan died on April 22, 1886 at a Franciscan monastery in Louisville, Kentucky.About the SongWake Me A Song is an inspired and sensitive setting of the 19th-century poem by Abram Joseph Ryan. It features sweeping melodic lines, rich harmonies, and a flowingly beautiful accompaniment.To master a performance of this selection, singers must perform very expressively, paying close attention to such musical aspects as phrase shaping, the rise and fall of the melodic line, blending and proper intonation between sections.One strategy that could be used to ensure proper phrasing is the idea of “Painting the Phrase.” The singer should make a motion as if they have a paintbrush in their hand and “paint” the melodic line and phrase shape as if they are painting with a nice, flowing brush stroke. One could think about painting a rainbow or an arch to show the rise and fall of the line and/or phrase. The director can also show this gesture while conducting to reinforce this concept.

Choral TTBB choir, piano

SKU: CF.CM9487

Composed by Laura Farnell. Fold. Octavo. With Standard notation. 8 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 17 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9487. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9487).

ISBN 9781491145913. UPC: 680160903412. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: A major. Dirge by Paul Laurence Dunbar(1872-1906).

Farnell's lush setting of Dunbar's grief-filled poem affords tenor-bass choirs many options with regards to voicing. Accessible, dramatic, bold and sensitive, Star of Light radiates the harmonic elegance for which Laura Farnell is known. A must for any concert throughout the year.

SSAATTBB Choir

SKU: CA.966400

Composed by Paul Ayres. Edited by Stefan Schuck. Contemporary Choir Music. Deilig Er Den Himmel Bla/Beautiful The. Secular choral music. Full score. Composed 2008. 16 pages. Carus Verlag #CV 09.664/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.966400).

ISBN 9790007167691. Text language: Danish/German/English. Text: Grundtvig, Nicolai Frederick Severin.

Ayres set two verses from a children's poem by the Danish lyric poet and theologian N.F.S. Grundtvig (1783-1872). It tells of the shining star of Christmas. In double-choir structure, alternating between female and male-voice choir, Ayres depicts the shining of the star leading in a great intensification to a magnificent radiating effect. The mainly homophonic work remains in a tonal A major throughout, but contains surprises with some abrupt individual modulations which require secure intonation. It is suitable for both Advent concerts and for Christmas or Epiphany services. For ease of performance the whole piece contains a singable German and English translation.

Choral TTBB choir

SKU: CF.CM9614

Composed by Javier Busto Sagrado. Edited by John Ratledge. Fold. Jbc. Performance. 4 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 53 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9614. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9614).

ISBN 9781491154366. UPC: 680160912865. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: Eb major. English. Bible.

TTBB choir - Level 2

SKU: CA.4084011

Composed by Louis Spohr. German title: Rastlose Liebe. Secular choral music. Full score. Composed 1818. Op. 44, No. 2. 4 pages. Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 40.840/11. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4084011).

ISBN 9790007221171. Key: A major. Language: German. Text: von Goethe, Johann Wolfgang. Text: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

Score available separately - see item CA.4084000.

TTBB choir - Level 2

SKU: CA.4081110

Composed by Friedrich Silcher. Edited by Hermann Josef Dahmen. German title: Vater unser. Sacred vocal music, Hymn settings, Our Father. Full score. Composed 1846. Op. 24, No. 2. 2 pages. Duration 1 minute. Carus Verlag #CV 40.811/10. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4081110).

ISBN 9790007078140. Key: A major. Language: German.

TTBB choir - Level 2

SKU: CA.4084019

Composed by Carl Loewe. German title: Kloster Grabow. Secular choral music. Full score. Composed 1843. Op. 84, No. 3. 2 pages. Duration 3 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 40.840/19. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4084019).

ISBN 9790007221225. Key: A major. Language: German. Text: Ruckert, Friedrich. Text: Friedrich Ruckert.

Score available separately - see item CA.4084000.

Choral (TTBB Choir)

SKU: HL.35013138

Composed by Greg Gilpin. Shawnee Press. Concert, Graduation, Inspirational, Secular. Octavo. 16 pages. Shawnee Press #C0348. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.35013138).

UPC: 747510186120. 6.75x10.5 inches.

This major choral work by Greg Gilpin is a moving tribute to our dreams and pursuits. With lyrics based on the words of “Rumi,” “Lao-Tzu” and “Thoreau,” Greg's original music and choral arrangement is full of emotional strength that paints the text with musical significance. A perfect graduation or end of year selection! “Live Your Dream” has been beautifully orchestrated by Steven Couch. Available separately: SATB, TTBB, StudioTrax CD, Orchestration.

Choral TTBB choir, piano

SKU: CF.CM9779

Composed by Jonathan Reid. Duration 3 minutes, 52 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9779. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9779).

ISBN 9781491164501. UPC: 680160923410. Key: E major. Text: Rudyard Kipling.

This classic poem by Rudyard Kipling can, at first, sound like a series of stipulations for manhood. While it is all wonderful advice, I chose to set this text in a way that gradually transitions from if you can to simply, you can!As the choir moves into the contrapuntal section at m. 37, I imagine each section of the choir cheering the other sections on as they strive for their own personal greatness. The basses kick off the cheers of you can at m. 45, with the whole choir joining at m. 49, leading into the rousing final section of the result of strong personal choices: Yours is the earth, and everything that's in it.If optional text is needed for your ensemble from m. 58 to the end, consider You'll know the race is run or a text of your choosing. .

Choral TTBB choir

SKU: CF.CM9571

Eternal Life. Composed by Joseph P. Webster. Edited by John Ratledge. Arranged by Aaron Humble. Sanford F. Bennett (1836-1898). Jbc. Performance Score. With Standard notation. 12 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 47 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9571. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9571).

ISBN 9781491153659. UPC: 680160911158. 6.75 x 10.5 inches. Key: Gb major. English. Sanford F. Bennett (1836-1898).

Aaron Humble's arrangement of this beloved old favorite from American hymnody is appropriate for both school and church. With soaring obligato lines and shimmering harmony, when sung with a warm and gentle tone,?The Sweet By and By?is certain to paint a picture of a better time for us all to look forward. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9572).
I have great memories of my family gathering around the piano to sing hymns. As my sister and I learned more about music through lessons, band and choir, we started adding harmony and really making music. The old American hymnody really holds a special place in my heart. Webster set Bennett's text in a time when American theology had taken a turn away from earlier ideas where God was a god of vengeance and anger. With this in mind, this arrangement should be sung with a warm and gentle tone allowing the dissonances to shimmer, the sweetness of the harmonies to bloom, and the obbligato lines to soar.

TTBB choir - Level 2

SKU: CA.5026311

Aus: Auf der Wanderung. Composed by Josef Gabriel Rheinberger. Edited by Harald Wanger. German title: Abendruhe. Secular choral music. Full score. Composed 1889. Op. 160, No. 4. Duration 4 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 50.263/11. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5026311).

ISBN 9790007109523. Key: A flat major. Language: German. Text: Zeise, Heinrich. Text: Heinrich Zeise.

Score available separately - see item CA.5026300.

TTBB choir

SKU: CA.5011630

Aus: Seebilder. Composed by Josef Gabriel Rheinberger. Secular choral music. Full score. Op. 116, No. 3. 8 pages. Carus Verlag #CV 50.116/30. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5011630).

ISBN 9790007165277. Key: A flat major. Text language: German. Text: von Hoffnaass, Franziska (Fanny) / Scott, Walter.

TTBB choir - Level 4

SKU: CA.4084009

Composed by Johann Christian Friedrich Schneider. German title: Liebeslied. Secular choral music. Full score. Op. 97, No. 4. 2 pages. Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 40.840/09. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4084009).

ISBN 9790007162443. Key: A flat major. Language: German.

Score available separately - see item CA.4084000.

TTBB choir - Level 4

SKU: CA.4084018

Composed by Carl Friedrich Zelter. German title: Meine Wahl Ich Liebe Mir. Secular choral music. Full score. Composed 1843. 2 pages. Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 40.840/18. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.4084018).

ISBN 9790007162481. Key: E major. Language: German. Text: von Goethe, Johann Wolfgang. Text: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

May also be sung a whole tone lower. Score available separately - see item CA.4084000.