This is the powerful opening track from the acclaimed CD Impulsive! by the Danish Radio Jazz Orchestra playing the music of Brazilian composer/pianist Eliane Elias as arranged by the legendary Bob Brookmeyer. Thischart simply roars with big band energy and power as the opening full band statement gives way to a relaxed swing shuffle. Featuring brilliant ensemble writing and plenty of solo space for piano this is an arrangement not to bemissed by mature bands.

Originally recorded by Sarah McLachlan in 1995 the 1999 live recording was the main theme of the motion picture The Brothers McMullen . With its gentle pop groove and message it will be a great choral showcase for springconcert and graduation. Available: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

The Horticultural Wife 'written by a celebrated English gardener after disappointment in love'. Edited by Gregg Smith for SATB choir with Tenor (or Baritone) solo and Piano accompaniment.

Available separately: SATB and 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 1:35

For Piano with Ensemble (Flute Clarinet Horn Trumpet 2 Violins Viola Cello Double Bass) Commissioned by Shuku Iwasaki and 'Music In Style' (Japan).First performance: Kamo 1986 Shuku Iwasaki (Piano) Ryoichi Kawai (cond) et al.Recorded on ALCD-36. For Piano with Ensemble (Flute Clarinet Horn Trumpet 2 Violins Viola Cello Double Bass) Commissioned by Shuku Iwasaki and 'Music In Style' (Japan).First performance: Kamo 1986 Shuku Iwasaki (Piano) Ryoichi Kawai(cond) et al.Recorded on ALCD-36.

Recorded by Madonna-One of the landmark pop hits of the '80s Like a Prayer was featured on the Glee episode The Power of Madonna. With a mix of rock and gospel styles this powerful song is sure to be a favorite with your band and audience alike.

Score-For flute oboe clarinet and bassoon. A terrific set of pieces for a Woodwind Quartet by inspirational American composer Elliot Carter. Completed in 1950 each Etude is different and they move through various moods and this work is an example of the music he wrote in an attempt to find his own distinctive musical voice. This volume includes performance suggestions by Carter himself conveying that the Fantasy must not be played on its own but preceded by at least 3 Etudes. This is the complete score for Flute Clarinet Oboe and Bassoon.

From songwriting legends Hal David and Burt Bacharach and arranged by the acclaimed vocal jazz educator Phil Mattson this song and text is among the most meaningful in contemporary music. Rich harmonies highlight the powerfulemotions inherent in the text. Available separately: SATB a cappella SSAA a cappella TTBB a cappella. Duration: ca: 3:00.

From The Oxford Scottish Songbook-Concert arrangement for secondary chorus with piano duet from Three Scottish FolksongsAlso available: My Love's In Germany (HMC670) and I'll Ay Call In By Yon Town (HMC668)

This well-loved American Hymn dates from the 19th century when the practice of shape-note singing was widespread throughout the country as a way of teaching every citizen to read music and vast outdoor 'camp meetings' were held regularly for the purpose of praise through song. John Jacob Niles's arrangement for Upper Voice Choir (SSA) is true to the musical spirit of the hymn's origins in being modal stirring and largely homophonic.

This traditional American folk song was born on the lips of the voyageurs or fur traders travelling down the Missouri River and then spread across the world as a sea shanty. The exact origins of the tune are uncertain but the song about the celebrated Native American chief Shenandoah and a canoe-going trader who wants to marry his daughter (lyrics vary) dates back to at least to the early 19th century. In this version from G. Schirmer’s Secular Choral Music series Shenandoah is arranged by Marshall Bartholomew for a full chorus of mixed Voices (SATB) to be sung a cappella with Piano accompaniment included for rehearsalpurposes only. While mainly popular with organisations local to the Missouri area this majestic melody is guaranteed to evoke the Wild West in any performance setting.

This fast-paced two-part work by Earlene Rentz incorporates the folk songs Shoo-Fly Old Brass Wagon and Skip to My Lou independently and in partner form. It's a fun way to introduce easy harmony to young singers aswell as our American folksong heritage and is a good opportunity to incorporate dance and choreography in the classroom or stage. Available separately: 2-part choral; StudioTrax A/P CD.

Second book of the set of 15 Rhapsodies Hongroises. Edited by Rafael Joseffy.

O Jesus Christ My Life and Light-German/English. Although designated a Cantata this piece for SATB choir is more in the style of a motet. It is composed (and is still suitable) to be played at a funeral the text by Martin Behm being appropriate to this situation. Bach's original orchestration for the accompaniment - two Litui (high horns) Cornetto and three Trombones - is here arranged for Organ or Piano by Ifor Jones who also (with J. M. Stein) translated the text.