A popular clapping song at all-night dancing marathons on Southern plantations during holiday celebrations and festivities this arrangement captures a contagious energy with a lively melody vocal harmonies handclaps and anoptional fiddle part. A great selection for all performing groups. Available separately: SATB violin; SAB violin; PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:34.

Youth choirs and praise teams have reason to celebrate with Michael Ryan's pleasing new song of praise. Choirs of every age will find this ballad quick to learn and memorable. Available on our LiteTrax accompaniment CD for presentation flexibility.

This delightful SATB work is a wonderful selection for upper middle school and high school choirs. Independent vocal lines create a choral dialogue between the sections of the choir and are sung above a crisp and bouncing pianoaccompaniment. A light-hearted and dynamically fun gem. Available separately: SATB PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:21.

Uses: Christmas Scripture: Song of Solomon 2:1; Luke 2:8-10 Beautiful imagery of a Judean hillside and the deep beauty of Christmas hope are expressed in this unique carol. The precious gift of heaven'sperfect Rose is the central theme of this tender carol. The beautifully crafted music complements this graceful message and the part writing is quickly learned. Available: SATB. Duration: ca. 2:46.

This inspirational text is beautifully set for SATB voices. Moving seamlessly between unison and four-part singing the text is painted with gentle strokes of melodic and harmonic nuances and is a wonderful example of dynamiccontrast that teaches the singer interpretive abilities and quiet full singing. Available separately: SATB PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:57.

Uses: Communion Scripture: Psalm 133; Mark 14:22-25 Here is essential repertoire for the choir as it ministers through music during communion. Beautiful melody joins with inspired words to truly capturethe heart of this special moment in worship. Celebrate the banquet of grace with this lovely new composition. Highly recommended! Duration: ca. 2:43.

Based on a well-known text this powerful testament of grace is rich with meaning and musical beauty. A winsome melody wafts like a folk tune against a flowing piano part carrying with tender care the truth of Calvary and the awesome thoughts of Christ's atonement. The restrained ending helps transition from the special music moment to the sermon or perhaps to function as a choral response to the message. Moving!

Uses: General All Saints Day Concert Scripture: Revelation 21:2; Ezra 1:1-4 Beginning with the languid strains of a stunning low voice solo and incorporating the traditional spiritual CityCalled Heaven this compelling anthem is a mixture of styles. The stately opening surrenders to a jazzy theme that is contagious in its vibe using the words almost as a rhythm instrument. The solo returns withchoral backup and the anthem ends with soulful exclamations celebrating the hope of heaven. Now available in three voicing options! Available separately: SATB TTBB SSAA Rhythm Pack (Guitar Bass Drums) StudioTrax CD(Accompaniment Split-Trax Performance) Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpets 1-3 Trombone 1&2 Bass Trombone/Tuba Drum Set Piano Violin 1&2 Violin Cello Double Bass).Duration: ca. 3:14.

This moving anthem is a reminder of our responsibilities to feed those who are hungry calling the Church to respond with charity and love. A rich lyrical theme is adorned with solid harmonies and supported by a flowing piano accompaniment bringing a bittersweet quality to the whole. The chorus arches with the passionate invocation to Prepare the table come set a place. An ideal choice for services where offerings and prayers are being directed to social ministries.

Canadian singer Carly Rae Jepsen recorded this tune that was named one of the best songs of 2017. Lisa DeSpain creates a choral for mixed as well as women's groups and captures the pop sound with solid musical writing. Instrumental parts are also available.

This warm statement of commitment celebrates the heritage of faith that is ours in the body of Christ. With the inclusion of Jesus Loves Me the tender testimony is a portrait of certitude in a life surrounded by the joy of grace.

Recorded by Pink this top-ten hit is a song about taking risks with love no matter the consequences. Ryan O'Connell's sleek choral version captures the mood and style of Pink's recording with instrumental parts also available.

I Wanna Dance With Somebody and Girls Just Want To Have Fun-Two Number 1 hits from Whitney Houston and Cyndi Lauper are created into one hot dance mash-up for 2018! Your women's groups will love performing these two numbers. A performance knock-out that begs for staging and choreography!

This Christmas anthem will really get you moving! Celebrate the timeless message of the angels with this fun and exciting gospel rock collaboration from John Parker and David Lantz. This energetic tune is full of syncopatedrhythms proclaiming the birth of the Savior. The vocal and piano parts are moderately easy making Great Joy! an accessible service opener for many choirs. Pick up the pace during the Christmas season with this greatdeclaration of good tidings and Great Joy!

Uses: Good Friday Scripture: Titus 2:13-14; Matthew 20:28; Mark 9:12 From the opening sounds of a lonely cello to the final hushed whispers of the choir this Holy Week anthem is an expressive portraitof grace. The text reminds us of the boundless love of Christ as He chooses Calvary to become the Redeemer of the World. The melody caresses this sensitive text with a delicate touch and the deep sonorous qualities of thepart-writing create an atmosphere of profound contemplation.

This popular spiritual has been set many times and this arrangement takes a welcome place among those notable versions. Bridging the gap between artistry and accessibility tune and text come to life with interesting vocal stylings and crafty rhythmic features. A great a cappella choice for choirs of every size!

Ten 2-Part Reproducible Concert Chorals-The developing choir is a unique ensemble and ranges in size from many to just a few in age from younger to older and from the experienced to brand new singers. Both male and female are a part of these groups with ever-changing vocal challenges. Educators who teach this wide group of musicians know there is a need for many tools of repertoire that build bridges to the art of choral singing. Partner Songs for the Developing Choir is designed to help teach harmonic singing through sophisticated melodies and distinguished texts appealing to singers from upper elementary through middle school and early high school and can even continue for the less-experienced or smaller adultchoir. Some of the choral works are very basic in form and melodic writing while others might include a bridge or B section or more intricate melodies expanding the harmonic learning. This REPRODUCIBLE collection with helpful rehearsal suggestions and online access to Full Performance and Accompaniment Only audio recordings and Singer PDF parts can be used all year long with spirituals Latin settings multicultural patriotic Christmas and holiday selections. Songs include: Akatonbo Bethlehem Lullaby Et in Terra Pax Jingle All the Way Joshua Fit the Battle Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning Musica Dei Skatin' and Sleighin' Swing Low Sweet Chariot You're a Grand Old Flag. Suggested for Grades 3-9. The developing choir is a unique ensemble and ranges in size from many to just a few in age from younger to older and from the experienced to brand new singers. Both male and female are a part of these groups with ever-changing vocal challenges. Educators who teach this wide group of musicians know there is a need for many tools of repertoire that build bridges to the art of choral singing. Partner Songs for the Developing Choir is designed to help teach harmonic singing through sophisticated melodies and distinguished texts appealing to singers from upper elementary through middle school and early high school and can even continue for the less-experiencedor smaller adult choir. Some of the choral works are very basic in form and melodic writing while others might include a bridge or B section or more intricate melodies expanding the harmonic learning. This reproducible collection with helpful rehearsal suggestions and online access to Full Performance and Accompaniment Only audio recordings and Singer PDF parts can be used all year long with spirituals Latin settings multicultural patriotic Christmas and holiday selections. Songs include: Akatonbo Bethlehem Lullaby Et in Terra Pax Jingle All the Way Joshua Fit the Battle Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning Musica Dei Skatin' and Sleighin' Swing Low Sweet Chariot You're a Grand Old Flag. Suggested for Grades 3-9.

Canadian singer Carly Rae Jepsen recorded this tune that was named one of the best songs of 2017. Lisa DeSpain creates a choral for mixed as well as women's groups and captures the pop sound with solid musical writing. Instrumental parts are also available.

This sacred tone poem is awe-inspiring with its contemplative music and lyric. The piano weaves an air of mystery and praise around this significant text about the nature of worship. This call to reflection incorporating the tune NETTLETON is filled with harmonic invention and colorful choral textures. Thoughtful directors can use this anthem as teachable moment for nuance expressivity and timbre. Unforgettable!

Get ready to have a camp meeting with this oldtime favorite. Stan Pethel proves himself once again the king of the gospel toe-tappers with this lively new number available with a rousing LiteTrax accompaniment option. The basses have a chance to shine and everybody will be sure to give this winner a rousing ?Amen? when the last notes are sung! Great! Get ready to have a camp meeting with this oldtime favorite. Stan Pethel proves himself once again the king of the gospel toe-tappers with this lively new number available with a rousing LiteTrax accompaniment option. The basses have a chance to shine and everybody will be sure to give this winner a rousing “Amen” when the last notes are sung! Great!