Memorialized by Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and more recently performed by Nicole Kidman in Moulin Rouge! this Broadway standard has now been superbly arranged by Mark Hayes. With lots of play between the womens voices your choirwill wow with this number. Mark has crafted a knockout SSA voicing for your ladies and written hot ensemble parts to allow you to involve your school orchestra. Available separately: SATB SSA StudioTrax CD Digital Orchestration. Jule Styne & Leo Robin Diamonds Are A Girl's Best Friend (Hayes) Ssa

Written for ‚Sesame Street‚ by Joe Raposo in 1970 and made famous by Kermit the Frog this song has become an American classic for many generations. It celebrates acceptance individuality and diversity in a touching vocal arrangement.

Uses: General Pentecost Social Justice Stewardship Scripture: Psalm 103:13; Isaiah 30:18; Nehemiah 9:19; Luke 15:20; II Corinthians 1:3 Gentle and flowing this musical sermon encourages us tocharity and admonishes us to live our lives as an offering of praise. As God has loved us in Christ so we must be the body of Christ in this world offering comfort and healing where there is sorrow and injustice. The optionalviolin part adds a special folk-like quality to this thoughtful anthem.

Book/Enhanced CD (with reproducible pages and PDF song charts)-Sing and Celebrate 3! provides everything you need for developing younger elementary choirs in your church! Designed for grades K-4 Sing and Celebrate 3! contains a variety of general and seasonal songs for use throughout the church year. Packed with lesson plans teaching resources and rehearsal planning ideas this collection gives you all the tools necessary for building a successful engaging choir program in one value-packed Book/CD! The enhanced StudioTrax CD features accompaniment and performance tracks along with reproducible singers' pages and colorful PDF song charts for projection options! Songs both familiar and new along with fun creative teaching plans willnurture the musical and spiritual growth of your singers to last a lifetime. Songs include: Clap Your Hands All You People! (General) I've Got Peace Like a River (General) He's Got the Whole World In His Hands (General) Thanksgiving Tree (Thanksgiving) Candle Candle Burning Bright (Advent) A Babe Is Born (Christmas) Away In a Manger (Christmas) Little Donkey (Palm Sunday) All In an Easter Garden (Easter) A Mother's Day Prayer (Mother's Day/Father's Day/Family). Also available in the Sing and Celebrate series: the original Sing and Celebrate! (35028238) and Sing and Celebrate 2! (35028755)

Uses: General All Saints Day Memorial Scripture: Jeremiah 31:6; Revelation 21:2 A refreshing perspective is given to two early American hymns in this choral tapestry of hope. A buoyant rhythmicpattern in the accompaniment creates a rocking motion that comforts and assures while the choral texturing uses lots of unison and two-part writing for ease of learning. Far from being gloomy this arrangement is life affirmingand filled with the light of God's promise of eternal life. Duration: ca. 2:27.

Uses: Advent Scripture: Proverbs 20:27; John 8:12; II Corinthians 4:6 An Advent anthem with a unique perspective this creative text reminds us that our seasonal candles are symbols of Christ theworld's true Light. The music is in the style of a lament suggesting our longing for the birth of the Savior. Affirm the promise of the coming of God's Son with this quickly learned and effective original. Violin (or C instrument)part included. Duration: ca. 2:37.

Don't be scared! This Purple People Eater only wants to play in a rock and roll band! Have some fun performing this crazy 1958 chart-topper complete with optional kazoos and hilarious solo opportunities using funny voice effects.It's a terrific novelty feature for your guys! Available separately: 2-Part TB StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca.2:10.Don't be scared! This Purple People Eater only wants to play in a rock-and-roll band! Have some fun performing this crazy 1958 chart-topper complete with optional kazoos and hilarious solo opportunities using funny voice effects. It's a terrific novelty feature for your guys! Available separately: 2-Part TB StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:10.

Uses: General Church Heritage Missions Scripture: I John 5:4; I Peter 1:21; Matthew 15:28; I Corinthians 3:11 This special commission piece celebrates the ministry of the church. At the sound of thetrumpet the anthem flourishes with clarion purpose before presenting a hymn-like acclamation of commitment that weds a confident text with noble music. A triumphant crescendo and modulation invite the congregation to join thesong while a soprano descant soars above. Trumpet part included. Available separately: SATB LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:23.

(with Shout to the North)-Uses: Advent Praise Team Youth Choir Scripture: Isaiah 37:16 Psalm 89:12 Mark 1:3 Balancing traditional and modern musical aesthetics this song coupling speaks with broad appeal and its message is timeless and appropriate for seasonal programming. Springing from Old Testament Scripture this lilting pairing in 6/8 sweeps across the heart with a joyful tone. It is ideal for traditional and transitional churches. Delightful!

Uses: General Ash Wednesday Healing Memorial Youth Scripture: Hebrews 2:18; Luke 22:41; Proverbs 3:11-12; Psalm 34:19 This young song has already touched many with its tender message of assurance.In its short life it has topped the request list on many Christian radio stations and for good reason - it speaks to the heart of the Christian walk and reminds us that grace is present even in the valley experiences oflife. Expertly adapted by the arranger the words are presented clearly and reverently. This young song has already touched many with its tender message of assurance. In its short life it has topped the request list on many Christian radio stations and for good reason - it speaks to the heart of the Christian walk and reminds us that grace is present even in the valley experiences of life. Expertly adapted by the arranger the words are presented clearly and reverently.

Uses: Christmas Board's Head Feasts Alive with a lightness and cheer of an old English Christmas madrigal this pleasing seasonal offering would be a great selection for Boar's Head gatherings or Madrigal dinners.The SAB voicing makes this selection particularly useful in many situations. Add an improvised hand drum for an authentic touch. Duration: ca. 2:15.

Together We Sing Series-This spiritual arrangement is definitely rockin'! Solo opportunities sit above a rhythmic choral background leading into an harmonic chorus and key change. The optional baritone in the 3-Part Mixed allows the piece to be flexible as your singers' voices change and adjust. A rousing holiday selection!

Uses: General Pentecost Evangelism Reformation Church Anniversary Scripture: I Corinthians 12:12-27; I Peter 2:9-10; Acts 20:28 The last e-mail between two best friends J. Paul Williams and JosephMartin contained the text of this inspiring testimony of faith. Written for a church Paul served during the early days of his ministry this anthem was completed posthumously and represents the crowning effort for this popularwriting team. Strong arching melodic gestures sequence and crescendo lifting to the heights these words: grace is our miracle we are your church O Christ. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accomp. SplitTrax Perf.) Orchestration (Score & Parts for Flute 1 & 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 & 2 Bassoon Horn 1 & 2 Trumpets 1-3 Trombone 1 & 2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Timpani Percussion Harp Piano Violin 1 & 2 Viola Cello DoubleBass). Duration: ca. 3:53.

Version for TTBB Choir arranged by Harry Simeone.

Uses: Christmas concert Scripture: Luke 2:10-11; Psalm 95 This arrangement is a tour de force for pianist and choir alike. A bestseller in the TB voicing this stellar adaptation of the classic carolis now available for the first time for SATB choirs. Fantastic! Available: SATB TB 2-Part Mixed. Duration: ca. 2:09.

Our lives are compared to a small bird perched on a limb that is bending in the wind. Like the bird we have wings to fly and can rise above the struggle of life. The expressive piano accompaniment enhances this exquisiteinspirational text. A beautiful selection for both women's and younger mixed voices.Our lives are compared to a small bird perched on a limb that is bending in the wind. Like the bird we have wings to fly and can rise above the struggle of life. The expressive piano accompaniment enhances this exquisite inspirational text. A beautiful selection for both women's and younger mixed voices.

Together We Sing Series-Vocal speech allows the singer to learn how rhythms look sound and feel while developing their musicianship skills add dynamics vocal expressions and creative fun with hand and body percussion if no drums are used. The rhythms of life are all around us and this unique programming piece is perfect for their musical expression. Vocal speech allows the singer to learn how rhythms look sound and feel while developing their musicianship skills add dynamics vocal expressions and creative fun with hand and body percussion if no drums are used. The rhythms of life are all around us and this unique programming piece is perfect for their musical expression.

Uses: Christmas Christmas Eve Scripture: Luke 2:19; Acts 2:17; Genesis 40:8 A truly singular perspective on the miracle of Christmas is contained in the meaning of this graceful original song. Anexpressive melody rises and falls with deep longing as Christmas dreams of the characters are revealed. The delicate music box-like piano part adds to the theatre of this message of hope. A touching testimony to the wonder ofChristmas! Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD (Accompaniment SplitTrax Performance) Orchestration (score and parts for oboe horn in F percussion violin cello synth. string pad). Duration: ca. 4:54.

The soaring beauty of traditional folk music and Gaelic-inspired original songs permeates this collection with fresh sounds and expressive words. From lilting dance-like songs of praise to noble hymn tunes that encourage and motivate this gathering of sacred songs provides a great variety of styles tempos and usages. Decorated with optional acoustic instruments and driven by well-crafted piano parts these anthems are designed to work for choirs of any size. Catch the wave of enthusiasm for this ancient musical culture and bring a refreshing spirit of worship into your ministry! Songs include: Celtic Praise Song: In the Valley Flows a River: The Master Has Come: A CelticHosanna: Come to the Upper Room: Here is Love: Celtic Alleluia: Not I But Christ: A Celtic Blessing.

Uses: General Graduation Call to Worship Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19; Isaiah 1:18; I Corinthians 1:19 This anthem is a challenge to believers to consider the depth of the Word of God. Gatheringtogether for study is an important spiritual concept and this lovely tune and text is a welcome addition to sanctuary repertoire. A flowing piano part mingles with lyric vocal lines to create a special selection useful for manyoccasions. Duration: ca. 4:30.