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Dance Your Future [level: Medium] Neil Ginsberg
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SAB/Three-Part Mixed | catalog number: SBMP 1769 | price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
“Come, dance your dance! The whole world sings. Come dance your future now!” Composer Ginsberg has written a fun and inspiring new piece for middle level ensembles. SAB or Three-Part Mixed, the Baritone part is written to accommodate changing voices. The piano part rocks and supports the voices throughout, making this highly accessible and enjoyable to teach, sing, and perform. A perfect concert opener or closer!
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Done Made My Vow [level: Difficult] arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1770 | price: $2.70accompaniment: a cappella
Another powerful Traditional Spiritual arrangement from Stacey Gibbs for divisi mixed choirs, unaccompanied. Rhythmic, exciting, and powerful! A great sacred choice for contests and festival choirs, and a strong way to end a concert.
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Join Me Now in Song [level: Medium] Jeremy M. Nabors
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SAB/3-Part-Mixed | catalog number: SBMP 1761 | duration: 2'09
| price: $2.40accompaniment: piano
Joyful and welcoming, this original piece is a strong way to open any concert. A buoyant, Baroque-style piano accompaniment doubles the voices throughout, making this highly accessible for developing ensembles. The vocal ranges are ideal for middle level choirs, and optional cue notes in the Baritone part are written to accommodate changing voices. Several sections are in unison or octaves, and each vocal part has a unique melody of their own. When all three parts are combined, a lovely tapestry of music is formed. Fantastic!
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Life is Beautiful (La Vita è Bella) [level: Medium] Z. Randall Stroope
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1758 | duration: 4'29
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
With heartfelt original lyrics by renowned composer Z. Randall Stroope, this intriguing piece is perfect for developing middle level and high school choirs. Sung in English, with an Italian “hook” (La vita è Bella), all choirs will sound stunning performing this! A gorgeous, flowing piano accompaniment supports the voices throughout. Life is about accepting that change is inevitable, finding peace in the midst of uncertainty, and enjoying each day while looking forward to, and preparing for, the future. A poignant statement for any concert or festival, but especially appropriate for end-of-the-year concerts, moving-up ceremonies, and graduations.
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Ride the Chariot [level: Difficult] arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1759 | price: $2.70accompaniment: a cappella
Now available for mixed choirs, this well-known Traditional Spiritual comes alive with a plethora of upbeat rhythms and drama in this lively setting. As can be expected from Stacey Gibbs's spiritual arrangements, a thrilling performance is sure to be given!
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The Gift To Sing [level: Medium] Coleman Peterson | Kyle Pederson Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1784 | duration: 3'05
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
Abounding with energy and optimism, this contemporary concert work setting of James Weldon Johnson's text evokes hope and youthful exuberance. With speech-driven rhythms, a driving piano accompaniment, and a stellar text about being grateful to have the opportunity to sing, this one's a terrific closer!
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The Harbor [level: Medium] Brian A. Foy
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1767 | duration: 5'30
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
Patriotic and proud! A compelling piece about the story and meaning of the Statue of Liberty. Written for mixed choirs with piano, choirs of all ages and levels will feel empowered singing this. Perfect for concerts or festivals any time of year, but especially appropriate for special events, assemblies, and award ceremonies. “I lift my lamp. Come live your dream at last.”
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This Is the Morning That Will Rise [level: Medium] Matthew Emery | Jamie Hillman Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SAB. opt. T | catalog number: SBMP 1773 | duration: 4'21
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
A lyrical new piece for mixed choirs — SAB with an optional Tenor part, and piano accompaniment. Stylistic features include offbeat rhythms paired with modern harmonies and a contrasting piano part. Uplifting lyrics make this an enjoyable song to learn and to perform.
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I Dream a World [level: Medium] Nancy Hill Cobb
RELEASED: February 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1771 | duration: c. 3'49
| price: $2.50accompaniment: piano
Set to an inclusive text by Langston Hughes, this new work for SATB divisi choirs with piano will be a strong statement piece on any concert. Ideal for advanced high school and collegiate ensembles. Rhythmic and dynamic, this is a great concert-closer. “I dream a world…I dream my world!”
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Long Ago (In the Bleak Midwinter) [level: Medium] Gustav Holst, arr. Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SAB/Three-Part Mixed | catalog number: SBMP 1779 | duration: c. 4'30
| price: $2.60accompaniment: piano and optional string quartet
A new twist on a timeless carol, this BEST SELLER is now available for developing mixed choirs! SAB or Three-Part Mixed, the Baritone part is written to accommodate changing voices. Narverud’s setting of Christina Rossetti’s poem features Holst’s original melody along with new connective material between the verses and beautiful modern harmonies. Paired with an artistic piano accompaniment and optional string parts, it is a lovely statement for the season.
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Salaam (Od Yavo Shalom Aleinu) [level: Medium] Mosh Ben Ari, arr. Ross Fishman | Cory Boulton Choral Series
RELEASED: February 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1777 | duration: 3'43
| price: $2.80accompaniment: piano, opt. djembe
Mixed choirs of all ages will have a blast singing this joyful Israeli Song for Peace. This uplifting new arrangement begins slowly and somewhat plaintively, and, as it repeats, gradually increases in tempo and excitement. Sung in Hebrew and Arabic, the text translates as “Peace will come upon us, yet.” With accessible ranges, a supportive and tasteful piano accompaniment, hand claps, optional solo opportunities, and optional djembe, this arrangement is sure to be a hit!
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Evocation (Mon-Nee-Joh) [level: Medium] Hye-Young Cho | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: January 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1780 | duration: c. 5'03
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
A gorgeous, lyrical new piece for mixed choirs with piano accompaniment by South Korean composer Hye-Young Cho. Sung in Korean, the phonetic pronunciation is written directly in the music for ease of learning and performing. The heart-wrenching poem is about a person who has lost a loved one and recalls the memory of this individual. As the years pass they may forget certain things, but they cannot, and will not, forget their loved one. Accessible and absolutely stunning!
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Song Has a Bird for Rhythm [level: Medium] Giselle Wyers
RELEASED: September 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1746 | duration: c. 2’52
| price: $2.50accompaniment: piano
Rhythmic and joyful! A great new concert, contest, or festival piece for mixed concert choirs with piano accompaniment. The text is a call to action for all humankind to embrace that which is best and most noble in society. The poet describes birds as spiritual creatures that fly and reside near the boundary between physical and heavenly worlds, while the composer paints the poetry symbolically in the music to portray humankind striving for freedom, as the birds continue to “carry storylines” through generations into the best future possible…“Is not the future in song?” A unique and thought-provoking work!
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Amezaliwa Tushangilie! [level: Medium] Robert J. Begisen
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1730 | duration: c. 3’58
| price: $2.70accompaniment: optional drum
“Let’s Rejoice and Celebrate!” Feature a tenor soloist in this new original Christmas Carol by composer Robert Jim Begisen. Written in Kiswahili, and complete with a phonetic pronunciation guide and translation. Perfect for holiday concerts or any time of year, this piece is great fun and quick to learn. Works well with mixed choirs of all levels and sizes; a cappella, SATB (no divisi) with optional drums (djembe and/or congas).
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Lemoga Aming’a [level: Easy] arr. David O. Akombo
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1749 | duration: c. 2'19
| price: $2.60accompaniment: a cappella
A Spiritual Song from the Luo people of Kenya, Professor David Akombo has created a joyful and highly-accessible arrangement for a cappella SATB choirs. Perfect for developing voices and young ensembles, with conservative vocal ranges and many teachable moments. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again! A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the score by the arranger.
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L’Ennemi [level: Difficult] Reed Criddle
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1735 | duration: c. 3’35
| price: $2.50accompaniment: piano
Lyrical and gorgeous, composer Criddle has created a stunning new French piece (“The Enemy”) for advanced mixed vocal ensembles. Perfect for contests and festivals, this is challenging but worth the work. An evocative piano accompaniment paired with soaring vocal lines that are set to a broody text by Charles Baudelaire make this an ideal piece to focus on ensemble artistry and to explore mental health in choral mélodie. Complete with an IPA pronunciation guide as well as word-for-word and poetic translations.
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Write On My Heart [level: Medium] David N. Childs
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1753 | duration: c. 4’52
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
“Only you I choose among the entire world.” A gorgeous and timeless piece by David N. Childs for SATB choir with piano, set to a passionate and thought-provoking text by Rumi. Lush choral writing, interesting and soaring vocal lines for all, and a stunning piano accompaniment make this a must-sing for any advanced mixed choral ensemble.
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High Flight [level: Easy] Laura Farnell
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1733 | duration: 3'26
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
Inspiring and uplifting! An excellent concert closer or festival piece, also ideal for secondary school promotions/graduations. With accessible ranges and a fun piano accompaniment, developing mixed and treble choirs will soar..."With these wings I rise and fly!"
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Hodie [level: Medium] Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1738 | price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
Now available for SAB choirs, this rhythmic and dramatic BEST SELLER is the perfect way to open or close your holiday concert. The traditional Latin text is given a perfectly crafted modern setting with optional body percussion and driving piano accompaniment. A short contrasting lyrical section and an optional descant that soars above the final statement bring breadth and sweep in a piece that will be a holiday highlight.
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May Wind (Set Me Free) [level: Medium] Jacob Narverud
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1745 | duration: c. 3:17
| price: $2.70accompaniment: piano
Narverud’s setting of this evocative Sara Teasdale poem tells a story about how experiencing nature and music can inspire deep love and happiness. Soaring vocal lines combined with rich, dissonant harmonies and a rocking piano accompaniment make this a powerful piece that will resonate with choirs of all ages. The duple-against-triple patterns represent the conflict between Love and Stubbornness, which ultimately ends with the triplet pattern (Stubbornness) surrendering to Love (duple pattern) for a beautiful, empowering ending — “Love: Set Me Free!”
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Sing Unto the Sky [level: Medium] Karen Marrolli | Kyle Pederson Choral Series
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1742 | duration: c. 3'00
| price: $2.60accompaniment: Hand Drum
This bold and exciting new piece by composer Karen Marrolli was inspired by the wild beauty of the High Desert of New Mexico. The delicate relationship between resources and inhabitants in this area of the world highlights our responsibility to be good stewards of the Earth. The music begins simply and builds throughout, illustrating both a growing urgency and a growing and varied chorus of voices coming together to give thanks. SATB a cappella, with a hand drum, this hearty new work makes for an excellent concert/festival opener or processional. The composer provides opportunities in the score for optional solos/small groups, hand claps, and stomps.
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Winter Lullaby (little Dear-my-Soul) [level: Medium] Luke Flynn
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1737 | duration: c. 4'03
| price: $2.60accompaniment: piano
A beautiful new lullaby for mixed choirs with piano accompaniment. Film and television composer Luke Flynn sets Eugene Field’s warm and cozy, feel-good poetry to a lyrical and timeless melody that SATB ensembles of all ages will love singing. Stunning and memorable!
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Wise Words [level: Medium] Blake Henson | Cory Boulton Choral Series
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1729 | duration: c. 6'55
| price: $2.80accompaniment: piano, violin
“Beauty is ours when we dare to see it.” A delightful new choral ballad, lilting with love and kindness, set to a fresh new text by poet Gerald Custer. With very little divisi in only the Soprano and Bass parts, this piece is highly accessible for mixed choirs of all ages and sizes. An important and powerful message with a supportive piano accompaniment and solo violin feature.
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Ride the Chariot
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