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Cindy [level: Medium]
American Folksong, arr. Alice Parker
(adapt. for SATB by Jacob Narverud)

RELEASED: September 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1837 | duration: 2’50” | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

Mixed choirs of all sizes will enjoy this a cappella American folk classic, arranged by the legendary Alice Parker and adapted by best-selling contemporary composer Jacob Narverud. Notably authentic, with all of the original vocal lines still intact. Feature your Tenor section with this rhythmic, energetic, and lighthearted tune! The score includes a helpful piano reduction for rehearsal.

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Mangisondele Nkosi Yam [level: Difficult]
arr. Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series

RELEASED: September 2025

voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1849 | duration: 3’54” | price: $2.90
accompaniment: A cappella

Now available for treble choirs, this traditional Zulu praise and worship song is written in the isicathamiya style—an a cappella form featuring close harmonies that originated among Zulu mine workers during the apartheid era. The piece opens with two soloists calling out, followed by a choral response. Dramatic and powerful, it builds in intensity, with a vibrant rhythmic section at its heart. The title translates to “Let Me Be Nearer, My Lord.” A pronunciation and translation guide is included for ease of learning. For an authentic interpretation, consider viewing the Tuks Camerata performance of the SATB voicing on YouTube.

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Moonlit Apples [level: Medium]
Luke Flynn

RELEASED: September 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1841 | duration: 6'10" | price: $2.70
accompaniment: piano

Mixed ensembles of all sizes and skill levels will enjoy performing this stunning new secular choral work by best-selling film composer Luke Flynn. Scored for SATB choir (no divisi) with moderate vocal ranges and meaningful moments for each section, it features a cinematic piano accompaniment that enhances its accessibility and impact. The gentle, nostalgic melody mirrors the poem’s distinctive, off-kilter rhyme scheme, evoking a sense of mystery, wonder, and weightlessness that captures the moonlit imagery of John Drinkwater’s evocative text. Highly recommended!

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The Cow in Apple Time [level: Medium]
Aidan Vass

RELEASED: September 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1850 | duration: 5'00" | price: $2.90
accompaniment: piano

Robert Frost’s poem “The Cow in Apple Time” tells the humorous yet cautionary tale of a cow lured by temptation and led into self-destruction. Drawn to the fallen apples beyond a stone wall, she breaks through and indulges recklessly, leaving chaos in her wake. This witty ode to a headstrong Holstein explores themes of greed, indulgence, and consequence. Full of vivid imagery and character, Vass’ setting of the text offers rich teaching moments and plenty of fun for SATB choirs of all levels. A fantastic choice!

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Evocation (Mon-Nee-Joh) [level: Medium]
Hye-Young Cho | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: September 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1845 | duration: c. 4’45" | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano

Written by South Korean composer Hye-Young Cho, this BEST SELLER is now available for advanced Tenor-Bass ensembles with piano accompaniment. Sung in Korean, it includes phonetic pronunciation directly in the score for ease of learning and performance. The poignant text reflects on the memory of a lost loved one—while time may blur some details, the connection remains unforgettable. Emotionally powerful and stunning.

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Rain, Rain! [level: Medium]
Daniel Brinsmead | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: September 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1857 | duration: 2’15” | price: $2.90
accompaniment: a cappella

This BEST SELLER is now available for unaccompanied mixed choirs! A playful reimagining of the classic nursery rhyme, choirs are encouraged to explore diverse articulations, rich choral textures, and dynamic contrasts to create an evocative and engaging atmosphere. With original rainy-day text, this fun and challenging piece features sound effects, body percussion, and varied rhythmic articulations that mimic a rainstorm, keeping singers energized and audiences captivated. Unique and fun!

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Bluestem [level: Medium]
Joseph Piontek

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1856 | duration: 3'30" | price: $3.00
accompaniment: piano

A lively new original concert piece for SATB choirs (no divisi) with piano accompaniment, set in a spirited Americana style. Featuring a fun and inspiring text, this standout work is sure to be a favorite among secondary and collegiate choirs. Perfect for concerts, festivals, and graduations, it’s both uplifting and exciting to perform. “Just lift your eyes up to the skies, and the stars will lead you home.”

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Common Ground [level: Easy]
Jacob Narverud

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1848 | duration: 3'46" | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano

Best-selling choral composer Jacob Narverud beautifully sets an inspiring text by poet Robert Bode in this new secular work for SATB choirs (no divisi). With a steady, supportive piano accompaniment and moderate vocal ranges, the piece is highly accessible for choirs of all sizes and skill levels. It's an ideal selection for fostering unity, trust, and camaraderie within your ensemble. “We will listen, comfort, dream, and inspire! We walk on common ground.”

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Dawn, Unhindered [level: Difficult]
Eric Tuan | Jeffrey Benson Choral Series

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1842 | duration: 5'00" | price: $3.10
accompaniment: a cappella

For advanced unaccompanied mixed ensembles, “Dawn, Unhindered” is an a cappella setting of six haiku written by internees at concentration camps and assembly centers in Rohwer, Santa Fe, Lordsburg, Gila, Jerome, and Stockton. The composer intertwines these haiku with texts from two wisdom traditions that celebrate the sun as a symbol of justice and enlightenment. These texts bear powerful witness to the enduring strength of light and beauty amid oppression and darkness.

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Evening [level: Medium]
Nancy Hill Cobb

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1844 | duration: 3'32" | price: $2.55
accompaniment: piano

A charming and comforting new piece for Tenor-Bass choirs, featuring unison lines as well as rich, four-part harmonies. This work contains excellent vocal ranges for all parts and is set to a peaceful text by James Hearst: “Be quiet, heart, the sun goes down. The sun goes down on the meadow.” A flowing, supportive piano accompaniment enhances the serene atmosphere.

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Happy New Year, My Friends [level: Difficult]
Don Holmes, arr. Will Schneider | Jeffrey Benson Choral Series

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1843 | duration: 2'47" | price: $2.55
accompaniment: a cappella

Celebrate the winter season and prepare for the coming new year with this a cappella arrangement for advanced mixed ensembles. Scored for SATB with no divisi, it can be performed by a quartet as a featured holiday concert piece, by small groups for festive gatherings and gigs, or by a full chorus as a gentle, heartfelt closer to a winter program. “I wish you health—the very best to you, and may all of your dreams come true.”

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I Can’ Tarry [level: Difficult]
Traditional Spiritual, arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1851 | duration: 2'54" | price: $2.90
accompaniment: a cappella

Another powerful traditional spiritual from best-selling choral arranger Stacey Gibbs, this unaccompanied setting for Tenor-Bass choirs is rhythmic, exciting, and full of energy. It's an excellent sacred selection for contests and festivals, and makes a strong, impactful concert closer. A helpful piano reduction is included for rehearsal support.

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It’s Always There [level: Difficult]
Kim André Arnesen

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1834 | duration: 3'30" | price: $3.00
accompaniment: piano

From Kim Arnesen’s major work “The Wound in the Water”, this stand-alone piece is scored for SSATBB ensembles, a cappella or with optional piano accompaniment. An advanced-level piece, it explores the theme of Mammon, reflecting on our exile, the wounding of the world, the beauty of the earth, and humanity’s struggle toward a shared song despite deep divisions. Beautiful!

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Look to the Light [level: Difficult]
David N. Childs

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1854 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano, french horn

This powerful and uplifting secular anthem for advanced treble ensembles features extended ranges and divisi for all voice parts, accompanied by piano and French horn. The flowing piano accompaniment beautifully supports the text by award-winning poet Charles Anthony Silvestri: “How can you know that a world awaits you just beyond your door? How can you shine your light?”

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Music Will Sing [level: Medium]
Karen Marrolli | Kyle Pederson Choral Series

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1846 | duration: 3'18" | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano

A gorgeous new original piece by best-selling composer Karen Marrolli, this work is highly accessible with moderate ranges for all voice parts. Mixed choral ensembles of all levels and sizes will enjoy singing this socially responsive piece, supported by a flowing piano accompaniment. Featuring an uplifting text, “When words fail, music will sing”, it is both inspiring and moving—a stunning addition to any choral performance. Highly recommended!

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Sing Unto the Sky [level: Medium]
Karen Marrolli | Kyle Pederson Choral Series

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1836 | duration: c. 3'00" | price: $2.80
accompaniment: Hand Drum

This bold and exciting BEST SELLER is now available for treble choirs! Inspired by the wild, fragile beauty of New Mexico’s high desert, this piece highlights the delicate relationship between resources and inhabitants, reminding us of our responsibility to be good stewards of the Earth. Beginning in unison and expanding into full harmonies, it incorporates hand drum, body percussion, and features two soloists/small groups to add texture and interest. A powerful and effective work!

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Widmung [level: Difficult]
Robert Schuman, arr. Choongwoo Steve Ko | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1847 | duration: 2'47" | price: $2.90
accompaniment: piano

Robert Schumann’s “Widmung” (Dedication)—a beloved staple of solo vocal repertoire—is now available in this arrangement for Tenor-Bass choirs with piano accompaniment. This piece is a hallmark of Schumann’s Liederjahr (“Year of Song”), in which he set Friedrich Rückert’s poetry to music as a declaration of love to Clara. Choongwoo Steve Ko has creatively adapted this iconic solo work into an interesting choral setting. A powerful choice for contests and festivals.

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Balloon Flower [level: Medium]
Jihoon Park | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series

RELEASED: March 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1831 | price: $3.00
accompaniment: piano

A lyrical and lovely piece for mixed choirs, mostly in four parts throughout with divisi written only in the Soprano. A flowing piano accompaniment supports the voices, and the South Korean text is written as a transliteration in the score for ease of singing.

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Glorious Things [level: Medium]
arr. Jacob Thomas | Cory Boulton Choral Series

RELEASED: March 2025

voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1832 | price: $3.10
accompaniment: a cappella

This artful and practical new arrangement of the Sacred Harp tune “Jefferson” is a fine addition to any mixed ensemble choral library. Stylistically appropriate optional stomps are included in the score, as well as a helpful piano reduction. Add some variety to your next concert with this excellent arrangement of an Early American Choral Music classic.

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Golden Field (Guhm-Jan-Dee) [level: Difficult]
Hye-Young Cho | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: March 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1829 | duration: 5'30" | price: $3.55
accompaniment: piano four hands, flute, oboe

In this emotional and lyrical piece for highly advanced mixed choral ensembles, the composer combines the tragic sadness of losing a loved one who has passed away with the vibrant vitality of spring. The four-hand piano accompaniment and the melodies of the flute (or traditional Korean Daegeum) and oboe (or traditional Korean Piri), which give a pastoral feeling, add to the pictorial and folk-like expression of the poem.

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Innkeeper [level: Difficult]
Robert T. Townsend and Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: March 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1833 | duration: 3'00" | price: $3.00
accompaniment: a cappella

Celebrated choral arranger Stacey V. Gibbs has teamed up with Professor Robert T. Townsend to create a clever and powerful new original sacred spiritual. This a cappella (divisi) setting for advanced mixed choirs is rhythmic and exciting from start to finish, making for an excellent holiday concert closer!

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Ragnarök (Destiny of the Gods) [level: Medium]
Randall Johnson | Randy and Rachel Stenson Choral Series

RELEASED: March 23, 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1820 | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano

A dramatic story, “Ragnarök” is known as the foreseen battle between gods that will destroy the world, but some people and benevolent gods survive to start the world over as a better place. This is a highly energetic, thrilling new piece that four part Tenor-Bass choirs will absolutely love rehearsing and performing. A rousing piano accompaniment supports the voices throughout.

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Roses I Give to You [level: Easy]
Laura Farnell

RELEASED: March 23, 2025

voicing: TTB | catalog number: SBMP 1821 | duration: 3’40” | price: $3.20
accompaniment: piano - opt. cello (Included in score)

Composer Laura Farnell creatively combines two rose poems here in this sentimental ballad for developing Tenor-Bass ensembles. Lyrical vocal writing abounds, with highly accessible ranges (with optional cue notes), a lovely piano part, and optional solo cello. The cello part is included in the choral octavo.

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Winter Lullaby (little Dear-my-Soul) [level: Medium]
Luke Flynn

RELEASED: March 2025

voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1828 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano

This BEST SELLER is now available for treble choirs! Sweeping, emotive choral lines envelop Eugene Field’s well-known poem Christmas Eve in this beautiful lullaby setting from a Hollywood film score composer. Lush harmonies allow choirs to express their musical sensitivity, while the parts themselves remain accessible to treble choirs of all levels and sizes. A stunning choice for winter concerts!

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Arise, My Love [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko | Edith Copley Choral Series

RELEASED: February 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1819 | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano

“There’s just one river of Love.” The famous SONG OF SOLOMON text is joined by the text of the hymn tune AT THE RIVER. A dramatic piece with colorful support added by the piano. Standard ranges, a creative accompaniment, and compelling choral writing make this piece a great concert opener.

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The Garden of Dreams [level: Medium]
Matthew Emery

RELEASED: February 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1816 | duration: 4'35" | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano

The poetry by Bliss Carman speaks of a refuge; a garden safe from harm where we are sheltered from the fragility of life, and are provided a safe haven for our memories to dwell. This unique work unfolds over a flowing piano line which weaves in and out of the various choral textures and reminds us of our capacity to love, and to be loved. There are moments of polyphony and homophony in the choral writing which emerge and intertwine like blossoming flowers. A lovely ballad with standard ranges in all voice parts (with optional cue notes).

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We’ve Only Just Begun [level: Medium]
Matt Carlson | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: February 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1817 | duration: 5'25" | price: $3.20
accompaniment: piano

Composer Carlson returns with a new song containing a familiar melody and a catchy piano part. Plenty of unison and octave doublings make this especially accessible to developing choirs and two-part mixed ensembles with divisi. The composer writes: “Students value the bond that they form with each other through singing. They feel a deep sense of belonging with both their peers and their audience, and they appreciate the opportunity to use music to connect with other people and cultures.” Core values of empathy, diversity, and social justice are present in this endearing piece.

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Willie Taylor [level: Medium]
arr. Sean Barnette | Kyle Pederson Choral Series

RELEASED: February 2025

voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP 1818 | duration: 3'10" | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano, opt. guitar

Tenor-Bass choirs of all sizes and levels will have a blast singing this Sea Shanty based a British Folk Song. Excellent ranges in all voice parts, plenty of unison and Tenor-Bass duet moments, a fun piano part, and optional guitar part make this a winner! Great fun and highly accessible.

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Little Rose [level: Medium]
Chris Wallitner

RELEASED: January 2025

voicing: TTBB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1815 | duration: 3'00 | price: $2.55
accompaniment: a cappella

A new a cappella original with encouraging words and creative music by Chris Wallitner. “You are not alone, little rose, for I am right here beside you.” A feel-good anthem that Tenor-Bass choirs will love singing and will melt the audience. An excellent choice for Tenor-Bass honor choirs and recruitment festivals. A helpful piano reduction is included in the score.

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That Thing Within [level: Difficult]
Stacey V. Gibbs | Rayvon T. J. Moore Choral Series

RELEASED: January 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1813 | price: $3.10
accompaniment: a cappella

A powerful new original composition by Stacey V. Gibbs with an inspiring text by Sylvia Rose. SATB, a cappella (with divisi) makes this a great choice for advanced choral ensembles. The lyrical melody is in the soprano part throughout, with supporting “Oos” in the other voices. “That thing within that makes you be more than what you ever dreamed or realized…there’s a brighter day!”

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The Food of Love [level: Medium]
Larry Shackley

RELEASED: January 2025

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1814 | duration: 3'30 | price: $2.90
accompaniment: piano, cello

This timeless and well-known text is given a modern treatment with a singable melody, unique piano accompaniment, and soaring solo cello part. SATB (divisi), dynamic, and exciting! This piece is an excellent concert closer. The cello part is included in the choral octavo.

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