Just two short Latin phrases frame this excellent concert or festival selection for developing choirs. Independent melodies for each part are presented and then layered to create simple polyphonic

The Swahili text of this African-style original is a joyful celebration of peace, set for a cappella voices with shaker and drums (included in the score). Somewhat reminiscent of O Sifuni Mungu, it

Here's an invigorating cross-cultural number that will make everyone want to dance! It's a joyful Israeli dance song, incorporating the popular round Toembai. With Hebrew text, lots of "tra la la

This arrangement of a Scottish lullaby features a beautiful melodic line and wonderful harmonic moments. The text is in English with Gaelic subtext, and an accessible pronunciation guide is included.

This joyous and rhythmic a cappella celebration of hope, joy and peace is perfect for developing choirs. Your students will appreciate the high performance value, and you'll love the easy harmonic layering

This Jewish prayer for peace for the next year is presented in a masterful setting. As the simple, memorable Hebrew chorus is restated, the music unfolds in a rich and sonorous outpouring supported by a

Sizzling with celebratory rhythmic energy, this Zambian folk song loosely translates as: "Those who sing have the right to be called the children of God." The only accompanying instruments are hand drum

Here is an exuberant a cappella number that's loaded with African atmosphere! The traditional Zambian words are sung throughout with such a buoyant, rhythmic feel that you are transported into the center of

This is dynamite! Kirby Shaw's phenomenal arrangement of this Simon and Garfunkel hit ballad is contemporary choral writing at its finest. The light, harmonic a cappella opening is contrasted with this

"Bright morning stars are rising...Day is breaking in my soul..." This Appalachian folksong, arranged for a cappella voices, has a contemplative, spiritual quality. Opening and closing with a trio, it's a

In this dynamic arrangement of the Huddie Ledbetter tune, Greg Gilpin has captured the strong rhythmic pulse and harmonic energy that is characteristic of the Lead Belly style. To intensify the driving

Changing the world starts with just one person! Using a powerful vocal call and response with body percussion, this original work builds confidence and self-awareness through the affirming lyrics and vocal

Walt Whitman's Song of the Open Road is the basis for this expansive and melodic original composition that is perfectly suited to the young chorus. Limited range melodies and chordal harmonies soar

Commissioned for a premiere performance at the Texas Music Educators Association 2000 convention, Joseph Martin's Come to the Music is alive and electric with driving rhythm, memorable melodies,

This energetic spiritual setting is everything you need for a rousing performance by your young singers. A driving piano accompaniment with solid vocal writing and many dynamic twists and turns sets this

This edition of the well-known choral masterwork from Mozart's "Requiem," now available for mixed, TTBB, and SSAA voices, has become a standard for today's choirs. Patrick Liebergen has re-scored the

A persistent underlying rhythm gives this setting of the Langston Hughes poem a powerful, mysterious drive. "Bring me all of your dreams, you dreamers. Bring me all of your Heart melodies, that I may wrap

A whirling, twirling Andalusian dancer is vividly portrayed in this setting of a traditional Spanish folksong. Well-crafted vocal lines over a colorful piano accompaniment make this an excellent choice for

This masterful anthem is one that has connected with singers and congregations all over the globe. It is a timeless anthem you'll come back to each and every year. Full instrumentation includes strings,

The strong, driving rhythms and exciting dynamic contrasts of this Latin setting will keep your audience and choir engaged right up to the final vigorous "Hallelujah!" Very catchy, fun to sing and easy to

The traditional spiritual Keep Your Lamps is so effectively partnered with a crisp, rhythmic original tune that it makes for a truly exceptional choice for young and developing voices. Using short

Capturing the distinctly Asian flavor of this traditional Japanese text, Victor's haunting setting provides a marvelous multicultural and creative programming gem for developing choirs. A pronunciation

This very accessible piece pairs a beautifully written vocal and piano score with the Langston Hughes poem that warns us to "Hold fast to dreams... for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with