The Group Singing Songbook. By Various. Vocal. Size 9.5x12 inches. 281 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Arranged by Peter Blood, Annie Patterson. Vocal. Size 7.5x10.5 inches. 283 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

For voice and C instrument. Format: fakebook (spiral bound). With vocal melody, lyrics, piano accompaniment, chord names and leadsheet notation. Hymn. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 494 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

(with America the Beautiful). By Kirby Shaw. (2 Part Any Combination). Choral. 8 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

(with America the Beautiful). By Kirby Shaw. (Showtrax CD). Choral. CD only. Published by Hal Leonard.

Band concert band - Grade 4.5

SKU: CF.SPS71

Composed by Carl Strommen. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 2+16+4+8+8+8+4+4+2+4+4+4+ 4+6+6+6+4+4+4+4+6+6+6+6+4 +8+3+2+12+2+4+28 pages. Duration 6 minutes, 26 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #SPS71. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SPS71).

ISBN 9781491143544. UPC: 680160901043. Key: G minor.

Nordanvind is a tour de force symphonic rhapsody that is built on three Scandinavian folk songs. Composer Carl Strommen has composed these Viking-influenced melodies into a concert setting that brings out all of the history of the Scandinavian people. The piece is at times bold and aggressive, at other times beautiful. Carl employs all of the instrumental colors of the concert band to create a new work for more advanced ensembles.
Modern Scandinavians are descendants of the Vikings, an adventuresome people who were known for their love of the sea, their naval prowess, and as fierce fighters . The Scandinavian Vikings were warriors from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden who traded, raided and settled in various parts of Europe, Russia, the North Atlantic islands, and the northeastern coast of North America .Starting around 1850, over one million Swedes left their homeland for the United States in search of religious freedom and open farm land . Augustana College was founded in 1860 by graduates of Swedish universities and is located on the Mississippi River in Rock Island, Illinois . Home of the “Vikings,” Augustana College is the oldest Swedish- American institution of higher learning in the United States . This powerful and lively piece takes inspiration from Swedish history and from Swedish folk songs and hymns .Havsdrake (Dragon of the Sea)The Nordanvind or “North Wind” blows a cold wind during a journey of a group of courageous Viking rowers . The “Dragon-ship” or long ships designed for raiding and war was a sophisticated, fast ship able to navigate in very shallow water . To musically portray these magnificent seafaring vessels, the director is encouraged to use an Ocean Drum (or a rain stick) during the introduction . Wind players may consider blowing air through their instruments to suggest the North wind . Adding men’s voices to accompany the haunting low brass and percussive “rower” sounds can be helpful in creating the dark and ominous portrayal of Viking adventurers .Slangpolska efter Byss - KalleIn Sweden, a “polska” is a partner dance where the dancers spin each other (släng in Swedish “to sling or toss”) . Slangpolska efter Byss - Kalle is attributed to Byss-Kalle, who was a notable Swedish folk musician, specifically a nyckelharpa player . Slangpolska efter Byss - Kalle is a traditional “polska” dance song most often played on the Nyckelharpa or keyed fiddle and is commonly heard in pubs and at festive events throughout Sweden . Approximately 10,000 nyckelharpa players live in Sweden today, and the Swedish and the American Nyckelharpa Associations are dedicated to this Swedish National instrument . The director is encouraged to share video and audio examples of the nyckelharpa playing the original Slangpolska efter Byss - Kalle .Tryggare Kan Ingen Vara (Children of the Heavenly Father)Tryggare Kan Ingen Vara Is a traditional Swedish melody, possibly of German roots, and was believed to be arranged as a hymn by the Swedish hymn writer, Karolina Wilhelmina Sandell-Berg (1832–1903) . As a daughter of a Swedish Lutheran minister, she began writing poems as a teenager and is said to have written over 1,700 different texts . There are two different accounts as to the inspiration for this hymn . The first story is that Lina (as she was called) wrote the hymn to honor her father and to say thank you to him for raising her and protecting her . A second belief is of her witnessing the tragic death of her father . She and her father were on a boat, when a wave threw her father overboard . It was said that the profound effect of watching her father drown is what caused Lina to write the text to this hymn . Although this is a treasured song to people of Swedish descent everywhere, it speaks to all people about a father tending and nourishing his children, and protecting them from evil .SPS71FThe Augustana College Concert BandFounded in 1874, the Augustana Band program is one of the oldest continuously active collegiate band programs in the country . The Concert Band is one of two bands on campus and was formed more than thirty years ago . The Concert Band attracts students of every skill level and from a wide variety of majors . Students in the ensemble play a large part in choosing their music for performance, which include works from the standard repertoire, orchestral transcriptions, and the latest compositions from leading composers .Rick Jaeschke began his musical career as a clarinet player in the 1st US Army Band . He received a Bachelor of Music degree from Susquehanna University, a Masters of Music from James Madison University, and a doctorate from Columbia University in New York . He was also fortunate to study conducting with Donald Hunsburger and with Frederick Fennell .Dr . Jaeschke taught band and choir at Great Mills High School in Southern Maryland, and for fifteen years, he was the district Music Supervisor in Armonk, New York, where he taught high school concert and jazz bands, beginning band, and music technology . During that time, the music program flourished, and the high school band consistently received Gold Medals in the New York State Festivals, as well as in national, and international festivals . As a clarinet and saxophone player, Dr . Jaeschke performed in the New York metropolitan area with the Rockland Symphony Orchestra, the Putnam Symphony Orchestra, Fine Arts Symphony Orchestra, and served as the concert master for the Hudson Valley Wind Symphony .For several years, Dr . Jaeschke served as the Fine Arts Coordinator for the District 204 schools in Naperville, IL, a district selected as One of the Best 100 Schools in America for Music . Currently, Dr . Jaeschke is an Associate Professor at Augustana College where he teaches music and music education courses, and directs the Concert Band . He has served on various educational boards, is a National edTPA scorer, and has presented at state, national and international music conferences . He lives with his family in Bettendorf Iowa, and enjoys any opportunity to explore the open water in his sea kayak .

SATB choir, piano, and Spoken word, with optional violin, B- flat trumpet, and snare drum - Late Intermediate SKU: EC.1.3682 Composed by Kyle Pederson. 9/11 Service, National Songs/Patriotic. Galaxy Music Corporation #1.3682. Published by Galaxy Music Corporation

SKU: GI.G-9421

Applying Voice Science to Choral Ensemble Pedagogy. Composed by James Jordan, Kathy Kessler-Price, and Sean McCarther. Evoking Sound. Music Education. 210 pages. GIA Publications #9421. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9421).

ISBN 9781622772414.

View free introductory videos here: https://www.youtube.com/p laylist?list=PLI8XD78pv6C O0qiH0EhkouNkn_jgyIzVf   This important volume brings together the latest knowledge of voice science, voice pedagogy, conducting, and accompanying into a single volume. It is a valuable resource for choral conductors, no matter the age or experience of their ensembles. The Anatomy of Tone explores essential aspects of anatomy, physiology, and acoustics, and describes their impact on choral teaching and rehearsal. In addition, this book reviews groundbreaking scientific information on spacing of singers and its effect upon intonation and vocal health. This volume contains pedagogical information pertaining to: Breathing Resonance Formants in the Choral Rehearsal Structuring the Choral Warm-Up The Use of Breath as a Foundation of Expressive Choral Singing The Use of Legato as a Primary Tool in the Choral Rehearsal Choral Spacing for Balanced Resonance Teaching of Specific Vowels and Their Internal Architectures Use of Harmonically Based Warm-Ups Piano Accompanying to Support Good Vocalism and Building Listening Skills   Though knowledge of vocal anatomy/physiology and acoustical theories have existed for centuries, technology now enables singers to see their voices in action, to measure sound pressure levels in performance/rehearsal spaces, and to understand resonance frequencies within the human instrument in ways we never have before. Take advantage of this information! Put it into action to create choirs whose singers do not have to pay the price of over-singing. Enable singers to sing throughout their lifespans with joy and freedom, thereby producing the most exquisite music of which they—and you—are capable. —Kathy Kessler Price, from the Foreword GRAMMY-nominated conductor James Jordan is Professor and Senior Conductor at Westminster Choir College, where he conducts the Westminster Schola Cantorum and the internationally acclaimed Westminster Williamson Voices. Baritone Sean McCarther serves as Assistant Professor of Voice at Westminster Choir College, where he teaches studio voice and voice science. Soprano Kathy Kessler Price is Associate Professor of Voice at Westminster Choir College, where she teaches graduate voice pedagogy courses and applied voice, and directs the Westminster Presser Voice Laboratory.

For organ. Ascension, Eastertide, General, Holy communion, Holy Week, Lent, Palm Sunday. 2-staff. Sacred organ

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: FJ.B1279S

Score Only. Composed by James Swearingen. Arranged by James Swearingen. Concert Band. FJH Young Band. Form: March. Patriotic. Score. Duration 2:05. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1279S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1279S).

English.

The legacy of the march is rich and steeped in tradition. Now you can bring the spirit of national unity to your next concert with this easy original march by James Swearingen. Complete with all the elements found in more difficult marches, this is an excellent way to let your students shine and invigorate your audience. Sure to work with smaller instrumentation, Let the Flag of Freedom Wave is ideal as a concert piece or festival march!

About FJH Young Band

Appro priate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: FJ.B1279

Composed by James Swearingen. Arranged by James Swearingen. Concert Band. FJH Young Band. Form: March. Patriotic. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:05. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1279. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1279).

UPC: 674398218400. English.

The legacy of the march is rich and steeped in tradition. Now you can bring the spirit of national unity to your next concert with this easy original march by James Swearingen. Complete with all the elements found in more difficult marches, this is an excellent way to let your students shine and invigorate your audience. Sure to work with smaller instrumentation, Let the Flag of Freedom Wave is ideal as a concert piece or festival march!

About FJH Young Band

Appro priate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5

By Shirley Murray. Sacred. Print Music Collection (Hymn Texts). Published by Hope Publishing Company.

SSAA choir, Organ

SKU: CA.751700

Composed by Johannes Matthias Michel. Contemporary Choir Music. Sacred vocal music, Peace and justice. Full score. Composed 2015. 8 pages. Duration 3 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 07.517/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.751700).

ISBN 9790007166885. Text language: Latin.

Dona nobis pacem and Lux aeterna were both written for concert programs devoted to specific themes. They share the use of the techniques of minimalism in their organ parts, enabling the broad vocal lines in the choral voices to stretch out above this instrument, thus imparting a special aspect to the concerns addressed by the texts: the longing for freedom in the here and now, as expressed in the Dona nobis pacem, as well as the desire for peace and tranquillity in the Lux aeterna.

SATB Choir, organ

SKU: CA.751650

Composed by Johannes Matthias Michel. Contemporary Choir Music. Sacred vocal music, Peace and justice. Full score. Composed 2015. Duration 5 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 07.516/50. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.751650).

ISBN 9790007241988. Language: Latin.

Dona nobis pacem and Lux aeterna were both written for concert programs devoted to specific themes. They share the use of the techniques of minimalism in their organ parts, enabling the broad vocal lines in the choral voices to stretch out above this instrument, thus imparting a special aspect to the concerns addressed by the texts: the longing for freedom in the here and now, as expressed in the Dona nobis pacem, as well as the desire for peace and tranquillity in the Lux aeterna. Score available separately - see item CA.751600.

SSAA choir, Organ

SKU: CA.751600

Composed by Johannes Matthias Michel. Contemporary Choir Music. Sacred vocal music, Peace and justice. Full score. Composed 2015. 12 pages. Duration 5 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 07.516/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.751600).

ISBN 9790007166878. Text language: Latin.

Dona nobis pacem and Lux aeterna were both written for concert programs devoted to specific themes. They share the use of the techniques of minimalism in their organ parts, enabling the broad vocal lines in the choral voices to stretch out above this instrument, thus imparting a special aspect to the concerns addressed by the texts: the longing for freedom in the here and now, as expressed in the Dona nobis pacem, as well as the desire for peace and tranquillity in the Lux aeterna.

Composed by Gwyneth W. Walker (1947-). For SSA choir, Piano. Collegiate. General, Concerts, 21st Century. Moderately Easy. Octavo. Published by E.C. Schirmer Publishing

Female Voices

SKU: HL.48025249

For 6 Female Voices. Composed by Iris ter Schiphorst. Boosey & Hawkes Voice. Classical. Softcover. Bote & Bock #M202535998. Published by Bote & Bock (HL.48025249).

UPC: 196288142935.

Le tremblement permanent du moi-fantôme ..., a commission by the French vocal ensemble Musicatreize for the programme Twelve Lettersto Elise marking the Beethoven Year 2020, raises the question of who we are today and what remains of Beethoven's ideals, his beliefin enlightenment, equality, justice and freedom? What is the task of music, of art today - if it is not, according to Kant, directedat reason but rather at the 'affective involvement' of the recipient, if it aims to 'infect'? In her struggle for an answer, the composer addresses in her insistent and breathless piece the American conceptual artist and philosopher Adrian Piper as quasi-moral authority, who was awarded the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale in 2015 for “inviting art viewers to engage in a life-long performance of personal responsibility”.

Band concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS258

Composed by William Harbinson. Set of Score and Parts. Carl Fischer Music #YPS258. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS258).

ISBN 9781491163580. UPC: 680160922376.

Homew ard is a lyrical ballad in ABA form. The composition presents few rhythmic challenges, allowing the ensemble to concentrate on beauty of sound, balance, dynamic nuance, phrasing, and expressive performance. The woodwind voices present the melody at the opening accompanied by a flute countermelody. Care should be taken to balance the two parts. The four-measure phrases call for tapered dynamics and freedom of the metric pulse at cadence points. A change of tempo and key, with a lean toward the minor mode, mark the contrasting B section (m. 9). Heed the dynamic markings that swell to a climax (m. 16) and then subside within this section. Take liberty to hold back the tempo at the percussion link to the forte restatement of A (m. 27) and the arrival of the fortissimo climax (m. 33). The coda (m. 35) should be presented slowly and serenely as the composition comes to a quiet close.

Band concert band

SKU: CF.YPS258F

Composed by William Harbinson. Full score. 12 pages. Carl Fischer Music #YPS258F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS258F).

ISBN 9781491163986. UPC: 680160922772.

Homew ard is a lyrical ballad in ABA form. The composition presents few rhythmic challenges, allowing the ensemble to concentrate on beauty of sound, balance, dynamic nuance, phrasing, and expressive performance. The woodwind voices present the melody at the opening accompanied by a flute countermelody. Care should be taken to balance the two parts. The four-measure phrases call for tapered dynamics and freedom of the metric pulse at cadence points. A change of tempo and key, with a lean toward the minor mode, mark the contrasting B section (m. 9). Heed the dynamic markings that swell to a climax (m. 16) and then subside within this section. Take liberty to hold back the tempo at the percussion link to the forte restatement of A (m. 27) and the arrival of the fortissimo climax (m. 33). The coda (m. 35) should be presented slowly and serenely as the composition comes to a quiet close.

SATB Choir (SSAATTBB choir) - intermediate

SKU: HL.14001664

Composed by Richard Allain. Music Sales America. Sacred. Book [Softcover]. 16 pages. Music Sales #NOV161249. Published by Music Sales (HL.14001664).

UPC: 884088447700. 6.75x9.75x0.05 inches.

Richard Allain presents a beautifully sombre and gentle setting of the Salve Regina for SSAATTBB chorus. Allain's close harmonies are set across a staggered texture, creating a seamless continuous halo of sound with each syllable melding into the next. The effect is developed as the density of the music builds, allowing each singer a level of metric freedom that allows a series of repeating phrases to blur into an undulating layer of sound against which the lower voices sing. A captivating and hugely atmospheric devout setting.