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.

Includes opt. trumpet obbligato.

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.

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.

Rene Clausen's A Jubilant Song for SATB voices.

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...

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!

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.

Jay Rouse has captured a pop/R&B groove for this standard from the '60s. Amazingly fresh and incredibly fun to sing - now arranged in 4/4 time instead of the usual 3/4 time with the sixteenth note not the eighth note swung. There are opportunities for solo performances with a hint of gospel to finish. Do not miss this stellar arrangement featuring the familiar classic set to a modern groove. Available separately: SATB SAB StudioTrax CD.

Uses: General Revival Scripture: Psalm 37:23-24; Luke 12:26-28; Philippians 4:19 Alive with gospel goodness this song of assurance and follow-ship has become a sanctuary standard since its first release. Trusting Jesus is a subject appropriate for any time of year and the cheerful styling found in this choral is immediately engaging.

From the strains of the beloved Jesus Loves Even Me to the final piano quote of Jesus Loves Me this pleasant anthem is a melodic reminder of the Savior's unconditional love. James T. Owens' memorableoriginal tune will almost sing itself making this a perfect choice for occasions when rehearsal time is short but expectations are high. Add flugelhorn or soprano sax (played up an octive) for a more contemporary effect.

Uses: Concert Festival Graduation Memorial Funeral Patriotic An extraordinary text by Charles Dickens provides the inspiration for this excellent concert/festival work. The pure the bright the beautiful that stirred ourhearts in youth... the striving after better hopes; these things can never die.

There is majesty in the music fabric of this general praise anthem. Full rich chords present the choir an opportunity to fully explore the color potential of their sound and the special harmonic moments that help deliver thistext will encourage a careful attention to dynamics. This is an anthem for anytime.

Festival Edition

Simple three-part harmonies make this fresh arrangement of the traditional Kum Ba Yah accessible to both SSA and TBB ensembles. Optional percussion adds a celebratory African feel to this rhythmic and festive piece.Great syncopation and some harmonic surprises give new energy and vitality to this familiar spiritual.

This outstanding portrait of the nativity is a delicate song for Christmas worship gatherings. Nature decorates the world with praise and the world rejoices to greet its Messiah. Artful music with interesting modal harmoniesadorns the vocal writing and an exquisite piano part wraps the whole in graceful tones of beauty. Save a place in your Christmas Eve service for this special selection.

The classic writing of hymnist Horatius Bonar is effectively interpreted in music by the ever-creative Michael Larkin. Singular harmonic characteristics give this anthem a fresh harmonic syntax and a mid-anthem canon adds varietyto the fabric of this fine anthem. This is a welcome up-tempo choral for the Lenten season.

This top-selling Latin setting by Greg Gilpin is now available in SATB SAB and 2-part voicings! Kyrie consists of a child's theme that begins the piece with the text developing into rich heartfeltharmonies. The piece concludes with the same child's theme fading into pianissimo as if never ending. It has been newly recorded with available string quartet parts and a new StudioTrax CD recording. A translationand pronunciation guide is included within the choral. This is a moving and stirring choral work! Available separately: SATB SAB 2-part Parts for String Quartet StudioTrax CD.

for Trumpet or Clarinet- Winds of Praise is a uniquely flexible collection for solos duets trios quartets quintets sextets and more! Each arrangement can be performed unaccompanied or accompanied using the piano accompaniments in the piano/score book or by using the orchestrated StudioTrax CD that is included in all individual instrumental parts books. Mix and match instrumentation according to your needs in any given situation all year long in a variety of settings: worship services Sunday school or at home. Stan Pethel's signature style of accessible fresh arrangements shines through in each song making Winds of Praise an essential addition to your library for the advanced orbeginning player alike! Contents: Come Now Is the Time to Worship • How Great Is Our God • Above All • Here I Am to Worship • He Is Exalted • and more. Winds of Praise is a uniquely flexible collection for solos duets trios quartets quintets sextets and more! Each arrangement can be performed unaccompanied or accompanied using the piano accompaniments in the piano/score book or by using the orchestrated StudioTrax CD that is included in all individual instrumental parts books. Mix and match instrumentation according to your needs in any given situation all year long in a variety of settings: worship services Sunday school or at home. Stan Pethel's signature style of accessible fresh arrangements shines through in each song making Winds of Praise an essential addition to your library for the advancedorbeginning player alike! Contents: Come Now Is the Time to Worship • How Great Is Our God • Above All • Here I Am to Worship • He Is Exalted • and more.