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A Joy Forever [level: Medium]
Nancy Gifford
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1492 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano
As stated in the opening line of the lyrics, “a thing of beauty is a joy forever.” So be it for this beautiful song.
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A Living Dream [level: Easy]
Jonathan Adams
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1109 | duration: 3:00
| price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, flute
The Henry David Thoreau poem presents a challenge for all: “Live the life you’ve dreamed.” Not just a great graduation piece, this maxim is a challenge for all. Musically rich, and not difficult, many choirs can enjoy this excellent piece.
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A Reason to Sing [level: Medium]
Rob Swenson
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1616 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano
“Cry out with a song of hope and peace,
And give to those who follow you a reason they should sing.”
So ends this special piece. A dramatic piano part sets the tone while the singers deliver the message. Creative and unique, singers will delight in performing this.
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A 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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A Universal Dream [level: Difficult]
Jenni Brandon
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1058 | duration: 4:45
| price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano, djembe
The text expresses the universal message of liberty and freedom. A unique piece for women, it is both theatric and ethnic in its style, with a rhythmic djembe drum and a text that includes various translations of the word “liberty.” To properly realize its dramatic impact, it is recommended for the large choir.
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African Lullaby [level: Easy]
arr. Joan Szymko
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 809 | duration: 2:00
| price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano, hand drum
The arranger cleverly weaves together two folk lullabies of African origin: the soothing African American song, “Angels Watching Over Me” and “Abiyoyo,” from the Bantu people of southern Africa. Choirs of all ages will enjoy this beautiful arrangement.
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After the Storm [level: Medium]
Susan LaBarr
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1066 | duration: 5:30
| price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano
Written in homage to the city of Joplin, MO, the 2011 victim of a horrific tornado disaster, the text resonates profoundly in our world of all too frequent natural disasters. The composer paints a musical collage of the ending sentiment of the poem as it suggests how to recover “one step at a time.” This beautifully rendered composition would provide a thought-provoking moment in a program as it deals with the extraordinary power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit.
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Agnus 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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Always Keep This Close [level: Medium]
Zachary J. Moore
| Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1342 | duration: 4:45
| price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano, opt. strings
The text will be dear to the hearts of choral singers with its sentiments such as “no notes are as connected as the souls that sing them”, and the final statement, “we are one.” Musically strong and creative, this is destined to be a compelling addition to women’s repertoire.
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America the Beautiful [level: Medium]
Bates and Ward, arr. Frank J. La Rocca
| Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1068 | duration: 2:30
| price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella
A stunning concert-worthy arrangement utilizing three verses of the original text, it builds to a dramatic, maestoso ending. Listen to the exquisite recording provided by the commissioning choir or watch the YouTube video of pictures to accompany their performance
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And Draw Her Home with Music [level: Medium]
Nancy HIll Cobb
| Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 905 | duration: 4:20
| price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
The Shakespeare text concludes: Come, ho! and wake Diana with a hymnWith sweetest touches pierce your mistress' ear,And draw her home with music.A sensitive, and dramatic piece to add some real class to a program by the men’s choir.
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As I Walk with Beauty [level: Medium]
Bob Moore
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1061 | duration: 4:00
| price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
The uplifting text, adapted from a Navajo prayer, is set to a simple but beautiful melody with all voices getting a turn to sing it. The three part harmony sections are artfully crafted with excellent voice leading making this a superb piece to sing. The piano offers a fine accompaniment that is both supportive and interesting.
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As the Tree Stands Tall [level: Medium]
Daniel Schreiner
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1590 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: drum
This exceptional piece has a text that will have special appeal to women college age and older.
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At the Round Earth’s Imagined Corners [level: Medium]
René Clausen
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 874 | duration: 4:00
| price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella
The well-known text by John Donne offers the male chorus an opportunity to sing from their hearts. Commissioned for an honor choir, the piece was very well received by singers and audience.
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Awake 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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Awake My Song [level: Medium]
Christopher Fox
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1555 | price: $2.15
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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Barter [level: Medium]
René Clausen
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 527 | duration: 3:55
| price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano
An elegant, melodious piece set to a musical poem by Sara Teasdale. Choirs of all ages will enjoy singing this piece.
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Battle Cry of Freedom, The [level: Easy]
arr. Jason Cole
| Terry J. Barham Choral Series
voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP 1101 | duration: 3:20
| price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, opt. snare drum
The Battle Cry of Freedom is considered not only the official anthem of the Civil War, but one of the greatest freedom songs ever written—it was featured in the movie “Lincoln.” Supported by a vigorous piano accompaniment, this spirited two-part arrangement does justice to this special song.
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Beauty of Your Dreams, The [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 564 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano
Famous statements of Eleanor Roosevelt provide the text for this inspiring piece. The dramatic writing of Joan Szymko vividly brings the text to life. A special showpiece for the women's choir.
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Benedizione [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 799 | duration: 2:50
| price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano
Inspired after a visit to Assisi, the composer uses as text the Italian version of the beloved Blessing of St Francis, “The Lord Bless You and Keep you.” The beginning and ending of the piece feature a beautiful unison melody; the middle section divides briefly into 4 parts for a dramatic contrast.
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Big Sky [level: Medium]
Seth Houston
| Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1185 | duration: 2:50
| price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella
Utilizing the traditional shape-note style, the composer/poet gives us this piece inspired by his love of nature and concern for the environment. His distinctive music enhances his great message: "the ocean and air, forest, hill, and plain, animal in flight, are in your care."
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Bloom [level: Medium]
Philip E. Silvey
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1172 | duration: 3:46
| price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano
Ah, spring! Celebrate the reborn beauty of the season with this delightful choral rendition. The piano adds great life to the piece with its running eighth notes eager to aide in the blooms of the season.
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Boy Who Picked Up His Feet to Fly, The [level: Medium]
Joshua Shank
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 450 | duration: 4:30
| price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano
Whimsy with a touch of pathos, this highly imaginative piece by young composer Shank will delight choirs and audiences. Also available for TTBB.
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Boy Who Picked Up His Feet to Fly, The [level: Medium]
Joshua Shank
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1022 | duration: 4:30
| price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano
Whimsy with a touch of pathos, this highly imaginative piece will delight choirs and audiences. Shank writes wonderfully for the men’s chorus by showcasing full, resounding harmonies and beautifully shaped phrases. Also available for SATB.
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Brother, Do Not Weep [level: Medium]
arr. Seth Houston
| Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1544 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano, guitar
This makes three settings of Shape Note pieces arranged by Seth Houston. Perhaps perform this with Big Sky and Emerald Stream creating a trilogy of this special genre.
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Child of My Heart [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
| Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1192 | duration: 4:20
| price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, cello
“Only you are you” the text proclaims as it celebrates the life of a child. As in an art song, the cello and piano accompaniment colorfully support the vocal lines of the singers. A beautiful piece with a special message.
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Child of Song [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1271 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella
Composed to honor the memory of Steven Paulus, this beautiful, tender song was set to a profound text by Welsh poet Euan Tait. Norwegian composer Arnesen again exhibits his talent for creating great melodic interest and an impressive composition.
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Climb! [level: Medium]
Christopher Fox
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1633 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano
Every story has a song, so says the delightful text of this piece. Singers will love singing this.
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Climb! [level: Medium]
Christopher Fox
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1626 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano
A lively piano accompaniment sets the style for this clever piece that is bound to be an audience pleaser. The text would perhaps appeal to some for use at a graduation ceremony.
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Climb! [level: Medium]
Christopher Fox
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1631 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano
Every story has a song, so says the delightful text of this piece. Singers will love singing this.
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Come, Come Whoever You Are [level: Medium]
Giselle Wyers
| Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 853 | duration: 2:00
| price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella
Set to a 13th century text by Jalaluddin Rumi, the composer says, “Despite its ancient origin, this text is surprisingly “current,” a hopeful and accepting call to community, as reflected in the words, “Come even if you have broken your vow a thousand times, come yet again, come.” A rhythmic piece with a 3+3+2 eighth note pattern providing the opening. Some clever shifting of tonalities adds interest to the piece.
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Dance for Love [level: Medium]
Z. Randall Stroope
| Turtle Creek Chorale Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1462 | duration: 3:25
| price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano
Master melodist Stroope is at his best with this delightful, charming composition. Set to a Civil War poem, we are implored to “dance for beauty, dance for laughter, dance for love, - soft falls the rain, bare feet dance me home.”
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Dona Nobis Pacem [level: Medium]
Johann Sebastian Bach, arr. Nancy Grundahl
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 471 | duration: 2:30
| price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano
One of Bach’s most gorgeous melodies skillfully set for treble choir.
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Dona nobis pacem [level: Medium]
Joshua Spacht
voicing: SATB, SA solos | catalog number: SBMP 1279 | duration: 3:40
| price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, opt. strings
A mini-masterpiece, two soloists and an elegant piano accompaniment add substance and interest to this special setting of the beloved text. After a chant-like beginning, the piece grows in intensity, ending with all involved in the hushed, reverent ending.
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Dream It! [level: Easy]
Allen Koepke
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1115 | duration: 4:30
| price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, cello
Koepke’s final opus was commissioned for a large honor choir of 9-12 year olds. Ever-inspirational with his special gift for lyrics, this upbeat piece is a fine example of the talents of this special man. Note: the cello part is optional.
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Dream Ship, The [level: Medium]
Susan LaBarr
| Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1079 | duration: 6:50
| price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano, cello
Great imagination on the part of poet Eugene Field is brought to well-crafted musical life by the composer. The choir opens with the unpitched sounds of the wind blowing over a gentle sea, with the ghostly dream ship of our sleep appearing in the form of a cello accompanied by whimsical notes from the piano. Great drama unfolds as our dreams, thrilling and mysterious, build to a dramatic climax, and then recede back into the wind and sea sounds, now with a soulful cello and a pensive piano. The length and drama of this piece make it a wonderful centerpiece for a concert.
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Dreams [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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