Ysaye Barnwell is a member of Sweet Honey in the Rock and the unique stylings and vocal techniques of that famed ensemble are evident in this piece. Wade in the Watah borrows from another spiritual Done MadeMy Vow and references the great Harriet Tubman as freedom's guide. The incredible train effects are amazing. The broad range of this piece which occasionally divides into six-part treble covers the full spectrum from lowD to high B! A most impressive entry for contest festival or worship. Wade in the Watah will leave listeners in awe!

Song for Sharing is a set of duet books that will give students and teachers four-hand material which they can share with their families and churches. Though many duet parts are included in all of the volumes the Songs forSharing series is designed to motivate the students even more. Hymns scripture songs and original pieces in a variety of styles are represented.

Orchestration-Here is a breathtaking Holy Week offering that will echo through hearts during that important time of corporate reflection. From the best-selling cantata A Time for Alleluia this lovely version of an American folk hymn issensitively joined with Alexander's classic text on the message of the cross. Deeply moving!

Farewell My Friend-This exciting choral features a beautiful text in English and Swahili (pronunciation guide included) about the never-ending love and devotion of true friends. With a rhythmic emotional melody and accompaniment. Greg Gilpin hastaken this wonderful African farewell and crafted a musical benediction that is especially appropriate for graduation or a final concert. Journey in a circle as you start...remember us...return to us...

Rene Clausen's A Jubilant Song for SATB voices.

Words by Christina Rossetti-This arrangement of the famous Christina Rossetti poem set to music by Gustav Holst features an introduction and an interlude incoporating Pachelbel's Canon in D. Memorable and easy to learn this piece offers a supportive pianoaccompaniment making this a lovely selection for the young singer.

Commissioned for Together We Sing by the ACDA 2001 National Convention in San Antonio Texas Three Movements for Advent is a walk through music history with each movement standing out in its own distinctmusical style. Each of the three movements could stand alone as an impressive Advent anthem but the work in its entirety is an experience not to be missed.

Includes opt. trumpet obbligato.

Now a classic for early grades this musical features mixed-up but happy animals who make the wrong sounds. Cows that say meow lions that crow monkeys that bray etc. A Professor of Linguistics tries to straighten them out with hilarious results. They all learn a valuable lesson about the importance of being unique and special. The clever rhyming dialogue is simple to learn and the six delightful songs are arranged for unison voices. This item isthe director's scores. K-3. Performance time: approx. 30 minutes.

Voiced for SAB chorus this piece is so lovely that larger choirs will want to sing it as well. The cello lends a deeply moving element to the performance options.

Here is a festive traditional treatment of the celebrated hymn by Fanny Crosby and William Doane. The opening choral fanfare gives way to the familiar hymn of praise with gentle polyphony and rich powerful harmonies. Written forChrist the King Reformation homecoming or any time there is a call for a demonstrative worship declaration this hymn classic will speak. Choose the brass and percussion options with organ for a dramatic and sonorousexperience.

A wonderful set of three tremendous songs by composers from the Renaissance era. All in delightful settings for SSA Upper Voice choir edited by Jerry Weseley Harris. Two cheerful and energetic pieces by Thomas Morley and one affected yet glorious piece by Thomas Weelkes. Besides their obvious musical talents these two contemporaries shared not only a Christian name and occupation but also an acquaintance with William Shakespeare and the patronage of Queen Elizabeth I. It is unsurprising that the music of these two contemporaries of the Renaissance period have survived and it is only fitting that works by these two friends should appear in this one edition.

Jerry Estes has created another outstanding choral for your young singers. An uplifting opener for any concert with a piano accompaniment that gives Let All Creation Sing a classical sound. The optional trumpet part makesit a shining moment in your concert. As always Jerry has written music that is a gold mine for educational opportunities in teaching such elements as meter changes legato and accented singing and dynamic variety.

Uses: General Pentecost Reformation Church Heritage Scripture: Matthew 17:25-26 A standard hymn text The Solid Rock is sensitively set with a sturdy new melody with outstanding results.The chorus is an outstanding moment affirming the foundations of our faith and makes a great choice for church heritage Sundays or services during the season of Pentecost. The quiet refined ending brings the piece to areflective conclusion.

Uses: Advent Scripture: Matthew 24:42; I Thessalonians 2:19; Zechariah 9:9; Psalm 149:2 The joyful anticipation of Advent is captured in this useful two-part choral. The King Is Coming Soon has aclassical sound yet is easily learned. During the busy holidays this energetic anthem will be a welcome addition to your choral folders. Available separately: 2-Part Mixed SA(T)B StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.).Duration: ca. 2:00.

with You're a Grand Old Flag-Stir up patriotic spirit with this partner song by Lois Fiftal. Beginning groups will perform with style and confidence as they sing each melody and then combine them into a partner song. The piece concludes with a couple of rat-tat-tats and a you bet sign off!

Following the highly successful Bring a Torch Jeannette Isabella is Doug Andrews's refreshingly different arrangement of a most beloved Christmas carol Silent Night. Andrews mingles the simple traditional melody with unexpected and wonderful jazz harmonies and lush flowing piano accompaniment. Try ending your program with candlelight and this beautiful new setting.

Uses: Epiphany Simply Profound! This beautiful moment of reflection is a breathtaking reminder of the gift of grace and a lovely call to the table of the Lord. Thoughtful part-writing arranges for the success of yourensemble and this gives directors a golden opportunity to work on the expressive potential of this most beautiful statement of faith. Also available: iPrint Orchestration and StudioTrax CD.

with Mendelssohn's Spring Song-Using Mendelssohn's music from Songs Without Words as an introduction and interlude music this original music and text by Jill Gallina is a wonderful selection for your spring concert. The verses in simple unison and thechoruses in harmony are repeated to help retention so that your chorus members can easily learn and enjoy this piece. Available separately: 2-part StudioTrax CD. Duration: 2:05.

Words by the International Students of Waldorf College Forest City Iowa Here is a truly unique musical experience for singers of all ages. This call and response song features soloist choir and audience singing aboutunity peace and community in ten different languages! Sahayta uses words and phrases from Arabic Hebrew Hindi Sanskrit Spanish English Filipino Swahili and other African tribal languages and is appropriatefor any age treble choir. This infectious world-beat dance unites musicians and audience in the spirit of love and brotherhood.