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CoverA Blessing [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 504 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano, flute

Melodist Childs has done it again. A beautiful setting of the Sara Teasdale poem with a final benediction for peace from the bible. A soaring flute part and rhythmically supportive piano part add to the beauty of this gem.

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CoverA Dream Within a Dream [level: Medium]
Jeffrey Cobb
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1292 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

Edgar Allen Poe asks, “Is all that we see or seem But a dream within a dream?” A pensive poem, now enhanced by beautiful music, singers will love this as all parts have their turn at being important.

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CoverA Jubilant Day [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1566 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

“I’ve found a jubilant day” is the message delivered by this newly composed spiritual. A great closer, it is sure to please an audience and have them feeling jubilant.

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CoverA Song to the World [level: Medium]
Kevin T. Padworski
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1589 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

The text celebrates faith, hope, love, and singing.
This is definitely a song worth singing.

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CoverAdoramus te [level: Medium]
Vijay Singh
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1501 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Enhanced by a piano accompaniment that adds vital moments of drama, this “cool” setting of the Latin text is a winner. Singers will love this.

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CoverAgnus Dei [level: Easy]
Daniel Schreiner
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1206 | duration: 5:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

A master of style without venturing into “difficult,” the composer has created a sophisticated setting of this beloved Latin text.

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CoverAlleluia, Rejoice! [level: Medium]
arr. J. Edmund Hughes
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 54 | duration: 4:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: handbells

The Hodie chant is skillfully combined with “O Come Emmanuel” in the neo-medieval style. Organ may be substituted for handbells. Can be sung “in the round,” or used as a processional. A great program opener or closer. Also available for SA or TB

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CoverAnd I'll Kiss Thee Yet [level: Easy]
Jackie O'Neill
voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP 115 | duration: 3:15 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The male chorus will delight in this romantic ballad. A fun addition to the program needing a touch of romance. The text is adapted from a poem by Robert Burns. Also available for SATB.

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CoverAnd Nature Smiled [level: Easy]
Allen Koepke, arr. Peter Eklund | Peter A. Eklund Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1313 | duration: 4:15 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

75,000 treble singers have enjoyed this piece, now arranged for SATB. The ranges make it suitable for choirs both young and old.

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CoverAwake My Song [level: Easy]
Christopher Fox
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1514 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

“Awake my song. Once a dream now a reality.” A special message is here delivered via beautiful music and great style.

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CoverBe the Change [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1571 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

With great style the composer here delivers a message that challenges us to not complain, but to do something about it and “be the change.”

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CoverBlessing in the Leaving [level: Medium]
Susan LaBarr | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1241 | duration: 4:15 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

Retirement, remembrance, gratitude, the text fits them all. With musical elaboration on the word love, this is especially appropriate when honoring a person. As always, the composer treats each vocal line with great care so all feel central to the piece.

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CoverCarrickfergus [level: Medium]
arr. Philip E. Silvey
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 902 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The beautiful, plaintiff Irish tune is artfully arranged. The song begins, I wish I was in Carrickfergus... (Carrickfergus is a town in Northern Ireland) and proceeds to tell a rather typical dark Irish tale. The melody is unforgettable and will have audiences leaving humming it.

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CoverCompanioned [level: Medium]
Daniel Brinsmead | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1429 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

The poem suggests that memories are the special companion on this enchanted walk through nature. The poem is beautifully realized and will be a delight to sing.

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CoverCradle Hymn [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen | Turtle Creek Chorale Choral Series
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voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1466 | duration: 5:10 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, optional strings

The Norwegian composer has created a beautiful, expressive piece set to a poem by the famous English hymn writer Isaac Watts. Sing it at Christmas or any time of the year.

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CoverCradle Hymn [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1260 | duration: 5:10 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano, opt. strings

The Norwegian composer has created a beautiful, expressive piece set to a poem by the famous English hymn writer Isaac Watts. Sing it at Christmas or any time of the year. The treble version, published a year ago, was featured on the 2013 St. Olaf Christmas concert broadcast from Norway. The composer subsequently had many requests for a mixed voice version.

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CoverDreams [level: Medium]
Cristine Temple-Evans
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1512 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Everyone gets a turn at singing the melody making this a delightful piece for the singers and interesting for the listener.

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CoverEl Mar [level: Medium]
Andrea Ramsey
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 875 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano

A colorful text about the sea; sing it in Spanish as preferred by the composer, or use the alternate English version. The composer has given the piece a distinctive Spanish style and dramatically brings the colorful text to life. Conservative ranges and very little divisi make this piece accessible to many choirs.

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CoverFamine Song [level: Medium]
VIDA, arr. Matthew Culloton
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 575 | duration: 5:30 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Written by a professional vocal quartet of women named VIDA, (http://moirasmiley.com) and inspired by the stories of Sudanese basket weavers who expressed the pain and hope experienced by those in the famine of the 1980s, this is a most unusual and fascinating song. Arranger Culloton has captured all the pathos of the original version. A proven audience pleaser. Also available for SSAA.

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CoverGartan Mother's Lullaby [level: Medium]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 314 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

A jewel from the folk heritage of Ireland. The text generated great curiosity and a bit of research to uncover its unique meaning. A favorite of many Irish singers, choirs will love the melody, revel in the beauty of the haunting flute opening, the sweeping piano accompaniment, and the special meaning of this piece

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CoverGo Down Moses [level: Easy]
arr. Tom T. Shelton Jr. | Terry J. Barham Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 494 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Perfect for middle school or the young high school choir, this rousing arrangement begins with a chordal "vroom" supporting a soloist.

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CoverGo Down Moses [level: Easy]
arr. Daniel Mattix
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1290 | duration: 3:55 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

Here is a chance to really swing away while performing this jazzy arrangement, accompanied by a piano that truly sets the mood. Not difficult, and great fun to sing, this is a winner.

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CoverGod Is Nigh ("Taps") [level: Medium]
General Daniel Butterfield, arr. Nicholas McKaig | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1198 | duration: 4:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

“Taps” now can be sung! The elegant arrangement projects a rich harmonic palate before gently ending with the simplistic melody of a solo bugle. The programming possibilities where this could have a profound impact are numerous.

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CoverGood Trees [level: Medium]
Mary Ellen Haupert
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1281 | duration: 2:35 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

The story told here regarding the growing of good trees presents a subtle metaphor of similar challenges people face as they mature. Well-constructed musically, all parts get to share the spotlight and contribute.

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CoverGood-Night [level: Medium]
Matthew Emery | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1203 | duration: 3:25 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

A charming piece, the Paul Laurence Dunbar text paints a beautiful picture of an atmosphere conducive to a bringing on a pleasant night’s sleep.

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CoverGrace Before Sleep [level: Medium]
Susan LaBarr | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
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voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1005 | duration: 3:10 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

Sara Teasdales poem of thanks inspired a beautiful, melodic setting by composer LaBarr. A quiet opening builds into a gorgeous, resounding climax before coming to a more reflective, thankful close. The piece could provide a tender, thoughtful ending to a concert, or be part of a theme of thanksgiving.

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CoverHands are Knockin‘ [level: Medium]
Kyle Pederson
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1551 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano, djembe

A juxtaposition of English and Arabic text throughout reinforces the universality of the message—an invitation to all to open our minds, hearts and hands to each other. This fascinating piece will be the highlight of a program.

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CoverHine Ma Tov [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 286 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, flute

A flowing piano accompaniment joined by a flute obligato add great color to this piece. Easy, tasteful, sing it in the original Hebrew or in English.

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CoverHope for the World (We Sing) [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1418 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The uplifting poem with its theme of hope inspired a rhythmic piano accompaniment, and for the singers, great melodies that move from part to part. If ever the occasion arrives for an all-convention or all-city sing, the profound message and conservative ranges make this the perfect choice.

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CoverHutia te Rito [level: Medium]
arr. Zachary J. Moore | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1451 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano, precussion

The Maori culture of New Zealand is noted for its chant-like singing. Here soloists introduce the traditional chant, and are then joined by the choir as the piece grows in intensity. Piano and percussion accompaniment add to the excitement and drama. The profound text gives us a peak at the culture of these people as it offers up their metaphor for living.

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CoverI Believe [level: Medium]
Kevin T. Padworski
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1568 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

A young poet created his take on the I can do anything concept. Upbeat and dramatic, the music shows what it can do. This is special.

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Coveri carry your heart [level: Medium]
Andrew Miller
voicing: SATB or SAB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1126 | duration: 3:45 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

A superb setting of the E.E. Cummings poem, composer Miller beautifully catches the drama of this text. There is melodic interest in all parts, and unison men’s parts most of the time, making it possible for an SATB or SAB choir to perform this piece.

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CoverI Hear America Singing [level: Medium]
Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1475 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

This vibrant, dramatic setting of the famous Walt Whitman poem would make a great concert opener or closer or centerpiece for a concert. A rhythmic piano accompaniment adds great style and substance to the composition, while the singers, at times in unison, deliver a spirited rendering of the text

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CoverI Hear the Stars Still Singing [level: Medium]
J. Michael Saunders | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1204 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano

The James Weldon Johnson poem is met with a dramatic piano and soaring voices reaching for those singing stars. Alas, all ends quietly as the story has a somber ending. The music throughout is closely allied to the meaning of the text.

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CoverI'm A-Rollin' [level: Medium]
arr. Paul Rardin | Jerry Blackstone Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 474 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

Rardin again creates an upbeat winner. A great closer. Also available for SATB.

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CoverIf Music Be the Food of Love [level: Medium]
Andrew Miller
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1013 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, violin or flute

Great passion, a glorious melody, and a fine accompaniment, together make this a very special piece.

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CoverIn Dreams [level: Medium]
Zebulon Highben | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1604 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

This artistic piece has the three verses framed in “oos”. It will appeal to the mature male choir seeking a beautiful gem of a piece.

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CoverIPharadisi [level: Easy]
arr. Brad Richmond
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1468 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: djembe

This traditional South African song celebrates life and the paradise that is to come. An upbeat a cappella texture is punctuated with the rhythmic text and singable melody in a dynamic world music selection that makes a terrific opening procession or concert closer!

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CoverIPharadisi [level: Easy]
arr. Brad Richmond | Nicole Lamartine Choral Series
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voicing: TTB | catalog number: SBMP 1689 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: djembe

This traditional South African song celebrates life and the paradise that is to come. An upbeat a cappella texture is punctuated with the rhythmic text and singable melody in a dynamic world music selection that makes a terrific opening procession or concert closer!

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CoverIt Sings in Me [level: Easy]
Philip E. Silvey
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 808 | duration: 2:36 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

A charming piece for spring. Lots of melodic writing for all three voice parts, with support and interest added by a sparkling piano accompaniment.

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CoverI’m Going Home [level: Medium]
Kyle Pederson
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1510 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

This elegant piece is blessed with beautiful melodies with all vocal parts having turns at singing them. Audiences will love this much as will singers.

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CoverJericho! [level: Medium]
arr. Reginal Wright
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1560 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The walls of Jericho come alive with a fresh take on the beloved spiritual. A dramatic ending makes this ideal for a closer or an encore.

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CoverJohnny Has Gone for a Soldier [level: Easy]
arr. Stuart P. O’Neil
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1247 | duration: 2:35 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

A tasteful arrangement of this beloved American folk song, it gives everyone a turn at singing the melody. Easy and effective, all ages of choirs can enjoy this.

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CoverKumbaya [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1494 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Master arranger of spirituals, Mr. Gibbs has done it again with this special rendition of beloved Kumbaya.

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CoverLa Bonne Nouvelle [level: Easy]
arr. Robert Sieving
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voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 161 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano, flute

A beautiful addition to the Christmas literature for treble voices. Features an obligato which may be played by any treble instrument, and a flowing piano accompaniment. Sing it in the original French, or using the alternate English version.

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CoverLa Bonne Nouvelle [level: Medium]
arr. Robert Sieving
voicing: SSATB | catalog number: SBMP 724 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, flute

A beautiful arrangement for the Christmas season. The popularity of the treble version inspired the creation of this mixed voice setting. Sing it in the original French, or using the alternate English version.

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CoverLeap Free of the Cage [level: Medium]
Connor J. Koppin
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1474 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

The text by Rumi offers a profound metaphor for living. The composer illuminates this with the music taking flight as it leaps freely. A colorful, exciting piece is the result.

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CoverLeave Her, Johnny [level: Medium]
arr. Daniel Lynch
RELEASED: June 2022
voicing: TTB | catalog number: SBMP 1682 | duration: c 4'32" | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Leave Her, Johnny is a Sea Shanty in which the crew would communicate disapproval of their living and working conditions on board. The "Her" mentioned throughout the song is referring to a ship rather than a woman. This shanty would typically be saved for the end of a long voyage in which the sailors sing of leaving the ship. 

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CoverLie Light [level: Medium]
Matthew Erpelding
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1324 | duration: 6:45 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

Moderate ranges and the lack of divisi make this clever piece suitable for many choirs. Unique in its style, it will add special intrigue and drama to a concert. One listener described it perfectly with a single word: “cool.”

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CoverLoch Lomand [level: Easy]
arr. Ashley F. Nelson
voicing: SAB or SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1218 | duration: 2:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

A fun, upbeat arrangement with a lower voice ostinato setting the pace, the conservative ranges will work for singers young and old.

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