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.

Composed by Judith Shatin (1949-). 21st Century. Octavo. Duration c. 4 minutes, 55 seconds. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing (EC.6977).

By Jack Curtis Dubowsky. Chorus. For TTBB choir (TTBB choir). Pythonesque; humor; LGBT; GALA; cabaret. Sheet music. Composed 2004. Duration 2:30. Published by De Stijl Music

By Jack Curtis Dubowsky. Chorus. For TTBB choir and optional SA (TTBB choir and optional SA). Country Western; humor; cabaret; folk; Americana; Pythonesque. Sheet music. Composed 2006. Duration 3:10

Arranged by Mack Wilberg. For TTBB choir and piano/orchestra (3 flutes ( piccolo), 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 4 horns. 3 trumpets (C), 3 trombones, tuba, timpani, 3 percussion (triangle, suspended cymbal, bass drum, chimes), harp, organ, strings). Male Voices. Spirituals, Leaflet. Level B (easy). Vocal score. 12 pages. Duration 5'. Published by Oxford University Press

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

By Robert Manookin. Arranged by Stephen Maltby. Text: Robert Manookin. For TTBB Choir. Level: Medium. Duration 2:40. Published by Jackman Music Corporation.

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.49831

Composed by Greg Gilpin. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Secular. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-49831. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49831).

UPC: 038081571454. English. Words by Robert Frost.

A lesser known yet deeply poignant Robert Frost poem. Greg's emotional choral setting is full of expressive rubato that invites time to thoughtfully process the meaningful words. Changing time signatures make space for effortless phrasing and sensitive syllabic stress. A consistently warm harmonic palette and several fully realized suspensions leave us with a feeling of resolution. An exquisite selection for SATB or TTBB choirs and their responsive accompanists.

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 Kevin Memley. TTBB. Pavane Choral. 8 pages. Pavane Publishing #P1396. Published by Pavane Publishing

By Linda Spevacek. For TTBB choir and piano. Concert, Spiritual, Multicultural. Octavo. Published by Heritage Music Press. (15/2280H)

Composed by Zebulon M. Highben. 21st Century, Commitment/Discipleship, Prayer, Vocation/Ministry. Duration 4 minutes, 30 seconds. MorningStar Music Publishers #50-5216. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers

Arranged by Thomas Bold. Janet Lewis. For Alto voice solo, TTBB choir. (Men's Voices). Lent. Thomas Bold Cantus Hymnus Choral Series. Choral. Octavo. 8 pages. Published by ECS Publishing.

Arranged by Stacey V. Gibbs. For Choral (TTBB A Cappella). Gentry Publications. 12 pages. Gentry Publications #JG2472. Published by Gentry Publications

Arranged by Miles Ramsay. For TTBB with piano and harmonica (or clarinet). Octavo. Published by Cypress Choral Music

(Love Theme from A Star Is Born). Composed by Paul Williams, music by Barbra Streisand. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Choral Octavo. Alfred Pop Series. Movie; Secular. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45486).

By Katherine K. Davis, Henry Onorati, and Harry Simeone. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Choir Secular. Men's Choir. Choral Octavo. Pop Choral Series. Christmas; Holiday Pops; Winter. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Composed by Gwyneth W. Walker (1947-). Secular, 21st century. Duration 17 minutes, 30 seconds. E.C. Schirmer Publishing #8516. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing (EC.8516).

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.47625

From Ragtime. Composed by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Arranged by Kirby Shaw. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Broadway; Secular. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-47625. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47625).

UPC: 038081543185. English.

Here's the heart-swelling central anthem from Ragtime, beautifully arranged for a cappella voices! A lush ah and oo introduction yields to the stirring strains of Stephen Flaherty's stunning Broadway ballad, which gradually builds to a wall of sound as Lynn Ahrens' lyrics unfold. This arrangement delivers the spirit and truth of an important message---especially relevant today.

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.

Composed by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin. Arranged by Paul Langford. Choir Secular. Men's Choir. Choral Octavo. Pop Choral. Secular. 20 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Choir Secular with Opt. Flute and Hand Drum (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.45389

Arranged by Patrick M. Liebergen. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-45389. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45389).

UPC: 038081511290. English. Traditional Carols.

This majestic mash-up of Masters in This Hall and We Three Kings of Orient Are includes a joyful new text and optional parts for flute and hand drum. A lively 6/8 tempo and a buoyant minor tonality create a festive feel.

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 (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.49704

Composed by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Broadway; Secular. Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Alfred Music #00-49704. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49704).

UPC: 038081567914. English.

This powerful choral anthem was written by Broadway songwriters Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty in honor of the 40th anniversary of The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC. Lynn's text uses harmony as a metaphor to represent acceptance, and Stephen's inspirational music is a canvas of hope and strength. Robust piano, bass, and drum parts provide a sturdy pop accompaniment for three full voicings designed to accommodate any four-part group.

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.

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.48481

Composed by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin. Arranged by Mark Hayes. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Great American Songbook; Jazz; Secular; Standard. Choral Octavo. 16 pages. Alfred Music #00-48481. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48481).

UPC: 038081553047. English.

No one but Mark Hayes could take this Gershwin masterpiece and make it into an absolutely rip-roaring, no-holds-barred choral work. You want rhythm? You'll get it, in more ways than you can count in this outstanding arrangement of one of America's great songs. A classic, by any standard.

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.

Composed by Richard Burchard. For Choral (TTTBBB A CAPPELLA). National/Emerson Fred Bock. 12 pages. National Music Publishers #NM1020. Published by National Music Publishers

By W. S. Gilbert, music by Arthur Sullivan. Arranged by Michael Rosewall. Choir Secular. Men's Choir. Choral Octavo. Choral Designs. 20 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Choir Secular (Men's Choir)

SKU: AP.47570

Composed by Charles Brown and Gene Redd. Arranged by Jay Althouse. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Pop Choral Series. Christmas; Classic Pop; Holiday Pops; Pop; Secular. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47570. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47570).

UPC: 038081542638. English.

In 1960, pianist and singer Charles Brown first recorded this Christmas classic. Since then, the Eagles, Kelly Clarkson, Martina McBride, and Jon Bon Jovi are among the many artists who have covered the blues-infused tune about missing the one you love during the holidays. Opens with an optional solo followed by irresistible classic '60s harmonies.