Juxtaposing styles of the 16th century melody with classical and contemporary harmonies and rhythms here is an unexpected and surprising twist on this traditional Christmas ballad that really works. With a quick and constantly moving piano accompaniment long lines and surprising rhythms and harmonies in the choral writing your audience will remember this long after the concert.

Discovery Level 2-Imagine the excitement of winter and first snowfall! Owl City brings their whimsical and fresh sounds to the holidays with this song that captures the childlike wonders of the season. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed 2-Part VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:15.

ShowTrax CD-A solid chart performance great piano track and mainstream pop vocals make this hit from the band Rixton a super choice for pop and show groups. Easily-learned and fun to sing!

ShowTrax CD-In Taylor Swifts 2nd #1 hit from her 5th album she seeks new love in a powerful new voice. Interesting vocal effects make this a great selection for pop and show groups.

Discovery Level 2-The traditional American folksong gets a fresh treatment with this charming setting using original music. The light contemporary style has a sweet rocking feel and is an excellent selection for treble choirs in middle school andhigh school. Available separately: SSA VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00. Discovery Level 2.

From Michael Jackson's 1987 album Bad and featured on almost all of his concert tours this funk-inspired hit will make a great feature for guys' groups with its steady shuffle and R&B style vocals. Available separately: TBB ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1 tpt 2 tsx tbn gtr b dm). Duration: ca. 2:30.

from State Fair-Here is the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic in an irresistible vocal jazz setting that really swings over a pulsating groove. A fine showcase for jazz and pop groups! Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts(gtr b dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca. 3:40.

Looking for an opener for your holiday concert? This Christmas standard was written for and made famous by Andy Williams and it will give your program all the holiday glitz you could ever want! This arrangement is in a 4/4 showbiz style and perfectly exemplifies the excitement and joy of the season. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Combo parts (tpt 1-2 tsx tbn 1-2 synth gtr b dm) available as a digital download. Duration: ca.2:45.

Emerson's signature style is clearly evident in this powerhouse setting of the traditional spiritual. Starting with a slow and steady intro it explodes into a driving rock style with contrasting lyrical sections. A fantasticchoice for beginning mixed and treble choirs.Available separately: 2-Part 3-Part Mixed and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00

Discovery Level 2-Taking its text from a poem written by a 14-year old student for a choral commissioning project in Fairfax County Virginia this work opens with a joyful and buoyant call and response over a rhythmically vital pianoaccompaniment. The music then moves into a jubilant narrative depicting nature's reawakening. Ideal for middle and high school treble choirs.

Discovery Level 1-Young men's choirs as will develop vocal and part-singing skills in this accessible setting of the spiritual favorite. Excellent for concert and contest careful attention to ranges and part-writing ensure success! Availableseparately: TB VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Discovery Level 2-With a nod towards a Klezmer band--clarinet and tambourine--added to the piano accompaniment here is a high energy Hanukkah song. Merging a traditional Hanukkah melody with original words and music by the composer and the arranger this is sure to become a tradition on your holiday concerts.

More Interactive Listening and Reading Fun-Enjoy more interactive listening and reading fun with Sound Poems! Give your students the opportunity to experience classic poetry famous speeches and documents of history like never before! These 18 reproducible poems containhighlighted words that when read indicate special instrumental sounds and rhythmic motifs are to be played by your students. If you don't have all the instruments suggested substitute or consider body percussion. There are manychoices to create your presentation. The teaching suggestions provide a framework for instruction but can be manipulated to best fit your students' abilities. The enclosed CD-ROM offers projectable and printable options. You canread the poem or select several of your students to read. And don't forget about the possibility of acting out these poems. It will only make the experience richer for your students as well as add a lot of enjoyment. Doesn't thissound like fun? You bet! 18 Poems including: Daddy Fell into the Pond The Spider and the Fly The Night Before Christmas Jolly Old Saint Nicholas Marching Song Two Little Kittens The Land of Nod Limericks TheHare and the Tortoise and more! Suggested for grades K-5.

From their album A Pentatonix Christmas the quintet brings us a contemporary take on this seasonal favorite. Modern harmonies and and rhythms are used for the chorus and a vocal solo sets the whole thing up. This is a sure fire hit in your winter or Christmas concert!

ShowTrax CD-From The Wiz this stand-out R&B classic retains all the energy optimism and Broadway pizzazz you could ever imagine! Now in an fantastic new arrangement its perfect for pop show and concert choirs as an opener closer orconcert theme.

Sam Smith writes and sings great melodies and this is no exception. Combining a great melody with lyrics relatable to everyone who has ever loved and lost. A great power ballad with strong choral writing and you have the pop hit you and your students have been looking for.

Discovery Level 2-Using the traditional Latin Sanctus text along with homophonic choral writing this new original work provides developing singers the opportunity to experience techniques used in more advanced classical choral music.

Soaring up both the pop and country charts Taylor Swift continues to amaze! Great lead vocals and awesome triadic harmonies make this a super choice for SSA pop and show groups who want to make an impact!

First recorded by Nat King Cole in the 1950s and more recently by Vince Gill this tender song expresses the beauty and wonder of the Christmas story in a gentle setting that will touch every heart! Flute (or other C Instrument)part included. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ChoirTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:30.

After all of the wild costumes crazy hair and over the top antics Lady Gaga has proven herself to be an excellent singer and a fine musician. This power ballad draws out emotions and dynamics and will make a big statement in your program. You've given me a million reasons to go but I just need one good one to stay.