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Evening Prayer (Abendsengen) [level: Medium]
J. Reese Norris

RELEASED: March 2026

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP1885 | duration: 3'48" | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano (opt. Strings)

Here is a lovely, gentle piece for developing Tenor-Bass choirs, with piano accompaniment and an optional string quartet. The text, adapted by Adelheid Wette from “Hansel und Gretel”, evokes the peaceful, intimate atmosphere of evening as the children prepare for bed. Themes of home, safety, and calm reflection shine through simple, sweet imagery. Musically, the piece features a flowing melody, lyrical phrasing, and expressive four-part harmonies that create warmth and serenity, making it both accessible and rewarding for singers.

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Hodie [level: Difficult]
Randall Johnson | Randy and Rachel Stenson Choral Series

RELEASED: March 2026

voicing: TTBB div. | catalog number: SBMP1874 | price: $3.20
accompaniment: Piano

This bold sacred setting of the traditional Latin “Hodie Christus Natus Est” text makes a striking seasonal statement for advanced Tenor-Bass ensembles. Rhythmic energy and layered vocal writing create a powerful, driving effect, supported by a grandiose accompaniment that adds depth and momentum. Syncopation and mixed meter heighten the excitement, making this an impressive choice to open or close a winter concert.

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

RELEASED: March 2026

voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP1886 | duration: 2'54" | price: $3.10
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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Echoes of Hope [level: Easy]
Laura Farnell

RELEASED: February 2026

voicing: TTB | catalog number: SBMP1862 | duration: c. 3’52” | price: $2.90
accompaniment: piano

This joyful work offers numerous opportunities to bring the poetry to life through mixed meter, a clever and supportive piano accompaniment, and vivid text painting. With its many teachable moments, this is particularly well suited for developing middle level Tenor-Bass choirs. The poem invites us all to reflect on how words of encouragement and acts of love can uplift and support others.

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

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voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP1845 | 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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Evening [level: Medium]
Nancy Hill Cobb

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP1844 | 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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I Can’ Tarry [level: Difficult]
Traditional Spiritual, arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP1851 | 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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The Little Creek [level: Easy]
Matt Carlson | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series

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voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP1839 | duration: 4'30" | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano; opt. guitar

This BEST SELLER is now available for Tenor-Bass choirs! Featuring an inspiring text, “Every door you enter you find a piece of something inside you never knew,” this piece offers comfort during times of struggle. With themes of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and self-worth, the music is accessible for choirs of all levels. Unison melodies provide excellent opportunities to develop legato tone, while the part writing is both quick to learn and rewarding to sing. This heartfelt work resonates deeply with singers and audiences alike, capturing the essence of the human experience.

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

RELEASED: August 2025

voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP1847 | 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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