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CoverLet All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence [level: Medium]
Ken Berg | Randy and Rachel Stenson Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 973 | duration: 4:20 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: handbells

The composer created an original chant melody for this text. All voices take their turns singing it

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CoverLet the Sea Make a Noise [level: Medium]
George Frideric Handel, arr. Jacob Narverud
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1444 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

A piece from Handel’s Chandos Anthems, now tastefully arranged for treble choirs, this is a superb addition to treble standard repertoire.

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CoverLie Light [level: Medium]
Matthew Erpelding
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1327 | duration: 6:45 | price: $2.70
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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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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CoverLiebst du um Schönheit [level: Medium]
Clara Schumann, arr. by Drew Collins
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 913 | duration: 2:20 | price: $2.55
accompaniment: piano

A charming vocal solo has been tastefully arranged for 3-part choir. Sing this song about love in the original German, or in the fine English version by the composer.

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CoverLife Has Loveliness to Sell [level: Medium]
David Dickau | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 922 | duration: 3:50 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

The beloved poem by Sara Teasdale gets delightful treatment by composer Dickau. Not sure the choral world needed another setting of this text, the publisher found this one to be irresistible with its soaring melodies and great charm. Conservative ranges and little divisi make this piece accessible for many choirs.

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CoverLife's Loveliness [level: Easy]
David N. Childs
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 551 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Sara Teasdale's beloved poem, BARTER, is set to a beautiful melody with a flowing accompaniment. Suitable for treble choirs of all ages. Medium difficulty.

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CoverLight My LIght [level: Medium]
Connor Koppin | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1374 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

After an innocent beginning, the “light” really comes on full force with lots of upbeat action in the vocal lines. An unusual piece for a treble choir looking to do something special and unique. A dramatic ending assures a great audience response.

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CoverLight the World [level: Medium]
Connor Koppin | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1645 | duration: c. 5:00 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano - optional string parts

The text quotes the inspired words of presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt, Barack Obama and John F. Kennedy in this elegant piece for men.

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CoverLike Barley Bending [level: Difficult]
Daniel Brinsmead | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1212 | duration: 5:40 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: violin

Sara Teasdale’s poem of hope comes to sparkling life in this dramatic setting. The violin plaintively illuminates the quieter moments and adds intensity to the more explosive ones. Another extraordinary composition from this young Aussie composer.

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CoverListen to a Jubilant Song [level: Easy]
Tim Sarsany | Peter A. Eklund Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 500 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella

The antiphonal second choir echoes choir one, a four-part homophonic middle section adds contrast. A resounding piece for the male choir.

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CoverListen to a Jubilant Song [level: Easy]
Tim Sarsany | Peter A. Eklund Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 511 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

The antiphonal second choir echoes choir one, a four-part homophonic middle section adds contrast. A good opener for a concert.

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CoverLIsten to a Jubilant Song [level: Medium]
Tim Sarsany
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1107 | duration: 1:40 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

A Walt Whitman text inspired this dramatic piece. It lends itself to interesting staging possibilities as it begins with an antiphonal second choir echoing choir one. Next a four-part homophonic middle section adds contrast, then it concludes with a dramatic recapitulation of the opening. This would be a special opener for a concert.

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CoverLittle Birch Tree [level: Easy]
arr. Sue Bohlin
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 757 | duration: 2:00 | price: $2.55
accompaniment: piano, opt. cello

The voices sing the melody throughout, with one short section where it is treated as a canon. The piano accompaniment captures the exciting movement of the dancing leaves of the birch tree. This folk melody was made famous by Tchaikovsky who used it the fourth movement of his Symphony no. 4.

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CoverLittle Lamb [level: Easy]
Alejandro Consolancion | Randy and Rachel Stenson Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1360 | duration: 4:15 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

This charming setting of the beloved William Blake poem is mostly unison, making it accessible to many treble choirs. The artistic piano part provides an elegant touch to this special piece while lending support to the singers.

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Coverlittle tree [level: Medium]
Paul Carey | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 614 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

A marvelous song for the young to "sing to" the Christmas tree. Great fun, and a musical delight.

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CoverLo, How a rose e're blooming [level: Medium]
arr. J. Edmund Hughes
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 198 | duration: 3:45 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: opt. hand bells

Composer Hughes has combined a thirteenth century plainsong with the fifteenth century German carol for a fascinating result. To be sung in English.

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CoverLo, How a Rose E're Blooming [level: Medium]
arr. J. Edmund Hughes
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 372 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: handbells

“Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming“ is joined by “O Come Emmanuel.“ Handbells add a festive touch to this fine arrangement.


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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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CoverLoch Lomond [level: Medium]
arr. Jason Shelton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1291 | duration: 4:15 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

This special arrangement of the beloved folk song will be a welcome addition to the choral scene. Poignant and classy, it has the potential to be a special closer for a concert.

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CoverLocus iste [level: Medium]
Daniel Brinsmead | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1102 | duration: 4:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

Hauntingly beautiful, rich harmonies and arching melodies bring great color and drama to this Latin text.

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CoverLong Time Trav’ling [level: Medium]
Sacred Harp Tunes, arr. Abbie Betinis | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. / ten. duet | catalog number: SBMP 702 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: a cappella

This piece is a real musical trip! Adding excitement to the choral rendition are two tenors who join in at the beginning as they ride high-flying above the choir. Reflecting the shape-note performance tradition, the composer next cleverly weaves solfege syllables into the fabric of the tunes; and in one section, we hear the distant sounds of a chain gang creating an underlay to the song. There’s a whole lot happening here. Singers will love this piece.

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CoverLongest Shadow of the Year [level: Medium]
Ellen Gilson Voth
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1505 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Treble choirs have a chance to shine as they bring to light this artistic piece. A colorful piano part adds drama and support.

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CoverLook! Be: leap; [level: Medium]
Libby Larsen | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1249 | duration: 3:10 | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano

This setting of excerpts from the colorful Muriel Rukeyser poem implores one to put your face to the wind and fly. Mature treble choirs will treasure Libby Larsen’s extraordinary composition.

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CoverLoosin Yelav [level: Medium]
arr. Paul Carey | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 679 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano

The colorful, melodic song tells of the rising of the moon. Made famous by Dawn Upshaw, it is given artistic treatment in this arrangement and offers much opportunity for dramatic expression. The text is Armenian with the transliteration under the notes; the original Armenian is above the notes for easy reference.

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CoverLoosin Yelav [level: Medium]
arr. Paul Carey
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 698 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, violin

The colorful, melodic song tells of the rising of the moon. Made famous by Dawn Upshaw, it is given artistic treatment in this arrangement and offers much opportunity for dramatic expression. The text is Armenian with the transliteration under the notes; the original Armenian is above the notes for easy reference.

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CoverLord is My Shepherd, The [level: Easy]
David N. Childs
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 250 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: keyboard, French horn or trombone

Poignant melody combines with a contemporary style accompaniment to create a special setting of this text.

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CoverLord's Prayer, The [level: Easy]
David N. Childs
voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 212 | duration: 2:10 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Melodist Childs has created a beautiful setting of the prayer. Elegant in its simplicity, it is mostly in unison, - there is some divisi in each part. Also available for SA or SATB.


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CoverLord's Prayer, The [level: Easy]
David N. Childs | David N. Childs Sacred Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 224 | duration: 2:10 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

Melodist Childs has created a beautiful setting of the prayer. Elegant in its simplicity, it is mostly in unison, - there is some divisi in each part. Also available for SATB or TBB.


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CoverLord's Prayer, The [level: Medium]
David N. Childs | David N. Childs Sacred Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 826 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, flute

A beautiful setting with a memorable melody and an expressive accompaniment. Also available for SA or TBB.

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CoverLord, I know I been changed [level: Medium]
arr. Bruce More & Jim Regin | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 335 | price: $2.75
accompaniment: opt. piano

Swing out with this fine gospel arrangement.



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CoverLorica [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 800 | duration: 2:20 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano, flute

Ever seeking dramatic texts, for this piece the composer chose an excerpt from text traditionally held to have been inscribed on the breastplate, or “lorica” of Saint Patrick. As we have come to expect from Szymko, the drama of the music brings the text to brilliant and colorful fruition.

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CoverLos Cristales Turbios [level: Easy]
J. Reese Norris | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1256 | duration: 3:15 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

The poem by Federico Garcia Lorca tells of children looking out a frosted window at a winter scene. To be sung in Spanish, the beautiful melody, and the free-flowing piano accompaniment combine to make an art song young singers will enjoy.

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CoverLove Bade Me Welcome [level: Difficult]
Daniel Brinsmead | Nathan J. Kreitzer Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1269 | duration: 5:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

Impressive and special are the adjectives that come to mind for this piece. The composer has become known for his ability to create a beautiful, meaningful piece. This one does not disappoint.

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CoverLove Came Down at Christmas [level: Easy]
B. Wayne Bisbee
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1088 | duration: 2:15 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

Beautiful best describes this special piece set to a beloved Christina Rossetti text. Opening in unison so all can experience singing the excellent melody, it progresses to three parts, each part melodic in its own right.

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CoverLove is Love [level: Easy]
Matthew J. Armstrong
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1399 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

The simple but profound text promotes love as a solution for the world today, the word love herein translated to nine different languages (a pronunciation guide is included in the score.) The piece offers the possibility of a bit of staging, with solo singers optionally singing the various translations of “love.”

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CoverLove's Philosophy [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 628 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

Percy Bysshe Shelley's poem presents the romantic notion that if all of nature can be so united, why not I with thine? High school and mature women's choruses will love both the sentiment, and Child's beautiful melodic treatment of the text.

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CoverLove’s Onward Journey [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1272 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

IInspired by the creation of his poet friend, Euan Tait, this musical journey tells of a love story that challenges one to “be complete, ” to find “new ways,” and ultimately to “rejoice in the freedom of all who sing.” Gifted melodist Arnesen found special ways to bring this message to life.

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CoverLullaby for a King [level: Medium]
J. Edmund Hughes
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1424 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano

This gently rocking lullaby incorporates a charmingly beautiful melody with original text for two verses, then brings in the traditional text of Silent Night for verse three using the same memorable melody and harmonic ideas. Easily learned, it is a very accessible piece that is perfect for Christmas services or concerts.

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CoverLullaby for a King [level: Medium]
J. Edmund Hughes
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voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1425 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

This gently rocking lullaby incorporates a charmingly beautiful melody with original text for two verses, then brings in the traditional text of Silent Night for verse three using the same memorable melody and harmonic ideas. Easily learned, it is a very accessible piece that is perfect for Christmas services or concerts.

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CoverLullay My Liking [level: Medium]
Michael Fairbairn | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
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voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 1091 | duration: 4:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

A hauntingly beautiful setting of the 15th century text, this will be a special highlight on a Christmas program.

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CoverLunar Lullaby [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1431 | duration: 3:10 | price: $3.00
accompaniment: piano

The imaginative text tells of the “celestial child” up there in the stars. A piano part in constant motion offers support and contrast to the flowing melodies of the singers.

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CoverLunar Lullaby [level: Easy]
Jacob Narverud
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voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1535 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano

The imaginative text tells of the “celestial child” up there in the stars. A piano part in constant motion offers support and contrast to the flowing melodies of the singers.

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CoverLunar Lullaby [level: Easy]
Jacob Narverud | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
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voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1282 | duration: 3:10 | price: $3.00
accompaniment: piano

In two parts except for one cadence, this is an exquisite piece that can appeal to treble singers of all ages. The imaginative text tells of the “celestial child” up there in the stars. A piano part in constant motion offers support and contrast to the flowing melodies of the singers.

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Covermaggie and milly and molly and may [level: Difficult]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 588 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

Always stylish and highly creative, composer Szymko has great fun with this E. E. Cummings poem.

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CoverMagnificat [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1487 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: organ

For those wanting a six minute, English text version of the Magnificat, this will be a treasured discovery. It builds to a dramatic ending, preceded by varied textures artistically reflecting the spirit of the lyrics.

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CoverMagnificat [level: Medium]
Donald Kendrick | Charlotte Adams Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 185 | duration: 5:00 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella

Following the unison plainchant opening, Kendrick provides a dramatic setting of the text utilizing both rhythmic variety, and the feel of the plainsong.

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CoverMagnificat [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SSAA - sop. solo | catalog number: SBMP 1293 | price: $15.95
accompaniment: strings, organ, piano

...warmly compassionate music, which positively glows with its soaring, beautifully arched melodic lines...” Gramophone magazine review, April, 2015. The talented Norwegian composer has created a genuine masterpiece, 40 minutes in duration.
Perform it with organ alone, or with organ, piano, and strings.

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CoverMagnificat [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SATB - sop. solo | catalog number: SBMP 1305 | price: $15.95
accompaniment: strings, organ, piano

...warmly compassionate music, which positively glows with its soaring, beautifully arched melodic lines...” Gramophone magazine review, April, 2015. The talented Norwegian composer has created a genuine masterpiece, 40 minutes in duration. Listen to the premier performance of the treble version done in Norway on Spotify or iTunes. Perform this with organ alone, or with organ, piano, and strings.

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CoverMairi's Wedding [level: Easy]
arr. Jay Broeker | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 229 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano & flute

Young singers find this piece delightful.



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CoverMaking or Breaking [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen | Joel Rinsema Kantorei Choral Series
voicing: SSAATTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1369 | duration: 4:45 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: soprano saxophone

This highly creative piece has a soprano saxophone as its jazzy star. The singers provide an eight-part accompaniment while delivering the profound poem by David Roberts. This provides a great opportunity for eight or eighty singers and is bound to be a fascinating addition to a concert.

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CoverMangisondele Nkosi Yam [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Barrett
voicing: SATB - A B solos | catalog number: SBMP 1421 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: a cappella

The title translates Let Me Be Nearer My Lord, the piece a traditional praise and worship song from the Zulu culture. Two soloists open the piece with a call followed by a response from the choir. Dramatic and powerful, the piece builds, with a rhythmic section at its center. For an authentic performance view the Tuks Camerata performance on YouTube.

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CoverMangisondele Nkosi Yam [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
voicing: TTBB -Bar/Bass solos | catalog number: SBMP 1612 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

The title translates Let Me Be Nearer My Lord, the piece a traditional praise and worship song from the Zulu culture. Two soloists open the piece with a call followed by a response from the choir. Dramatic and powerful, the piece builds, with a rhythmic section at its center.

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CoverMarchin' to Freedom [level: Medium]
Rollo A. Dilworth | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 497 | duration: 3:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

Swing out with this exciting piece that takes us on a vigorous march climaxing with the beloved spiritual OH FREEDOM. Also available for SATB.

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CoverMarchin' to Freedom [level: Medium]
arr. Rollo Dilworth
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 520 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

Swing out with this exciting piece that takes us on a vigorous march climaxing with the beloved spiritual OH FREEDOM. Also available for SSA.

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CoverMarchin’ to Zion [level: Medium]
arr. Tim Harbold
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1074 | duration: 5:40 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano

Starting very innocently, gospel quickly takes hold and the piece gets to marchin’ all the way to a rousing conclusion. This one is a great closer.

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CoverMars Over the Horizon [level: Medium]
Debra Scroggins
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1463 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

This could be titled Bach Goes to Mars, the piano part being based on a beloved Bach Prelude. The choir tells the story, while the piano adds drama, at one point taking us “up in the air.” And alas, the ending leaves us a bit suspended, suggesting perhaps that this is not quite done. Unique and special best describe this composition.

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CoverMary, What You Gonna Name
that Pretty Little Baby?
[level: Medium]
arr. Laurie Betts Hughes | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 920 | duration: 3:05 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

Number three of Three Mary Carols, the special charm of this set is in great evidence here.

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CoverMaryanne [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 481 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

Ginsberg has a unique ability to create a masterpiece from a folk song and still retain the folk flavor. This song with an interesting heritage promises to be a favorite.

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CoverMay the Lord Bless You and Keep You [level: Medium]
Seth Houston | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1043 | duration: 4:40 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

A splendid setting of this beloved text, the piece opens with an optional bass solo and covers the entire dynamic range as it builds to a climax before thoughtfully returning to an elegant, quiet amen. The piano adds drama and interest as it tastefully embellishes the vocal lines.

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CoverMelancholy Flower [level: Medium]
Naomi LaViolette
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1569 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

Elegant and delightful, an artistic piano accompaniment first sets the tone, the singers softy joining in before taking their turn with melodic interest in all parts.

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CoverMelodijas [level: Medium]
ed. Vance Wolverton, Peteris Barisons | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 167 | duration: 2:15 | price: $1.50
accompaniment: a cappella

The low altos are prominently featured both melodically and harmonically in this lush, a cappella setting that is strongly reminiscent of Brahms. In the text by J. Sudrabkalns musical concepts become metaphors for the complexities of life. Barisons's musical treatment enhances the meaning of the text while simultaneously evoking rich, warm tone and expressive delivery. Sing this in the original language (a transliteration is provided), or in English.

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CoverMendelssohn’s Prayer for Peace [level: Easy]
Mendelssohn, arr. Kirk Aamot | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 884 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano, flute, cello

A charming piece by the famous composer. Sing it in German or English.

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CoverMichael Row the Boat Ashore [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 235 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

A contemporary setting in the folk mode.

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CoverMinstrel Boy, The [level: Easy]
arr. Michael Mauldin | Terry J. Barham Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 469 | duration: 1:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: keyboard

The drum-cadence rhythms of the piano set the mood. The choral ranges are suitable for the young choir, however any choir may enjoy this easy, effective arrangement.

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CoverMisericordia [level: Medium]
J. Reese Norris
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1236 | duration: 3:25 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

Psalm 121 is here joined by the word misericordia, a Latin term meaning compassion. Impressive melodies are the hallmark of this special piece, the piano beautifully adding to the splendor of it all. The composer treats misericordia to a special musical motif that several times makes its statement. This piece is a true work of art.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Agnus Dei [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 268 | duration: 1:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Gloria [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 266 | duration: 1:15 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Kyrie [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 265 | duration: 1:30 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Sanctus, Benedictus [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 267 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa de Cinque Terre [level: Difficult]
Jacob Narverud
voicing: SAATBB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1464 | duration: 20:00 | price: $12.95
accompaniment: a cappella

This five movement mass, set to the traditional Latin text, is dramatic in its creative approach. Inspired by famous villages in Italy, it reflects their unique beauty with colorful choral writing that builds to the final glorious Agnus Dei.

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CoverMoh lee hwah [level: Easy]
arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 677 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano, finger cymbals

Composer Bisbee has painted a beautiful picture of a Chinese garden. The gentle finger cymbals set the tone, the piano adding embellishment like a colorful blossom in the garden. To be sung in Chinese, there is a pronunciation guide for this easy text.

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CoverMoh lee hwah [level: Easy]
arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
voicing: SA(T)B | catalog number: SBMP 847 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano; opt. hand chimes

Composer Bisbee has painted a beautiful picture of a Chinese garden. The gentle finger cymbals set the tone, the piano adding embellishment like a colorful blossom in the garden. To be sung in Chinese, there is a pronunciation guide for this easy text.

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CoverMonotone [level: Medium]
J. Michael Saunders | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1075 | duration: 4:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

The fast-moving broken chords of the piano provide the monotone effect while the chorus is blessed with beautiful, dramatic melodies. A stunning setting of the Carl Sandburg poem.

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CoverMonotone of the Rain [level: Medium]
Robert Sieving | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 893 | duration: 4:10 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano, vln.; opt. string ensemble

While the word Monotone is part of the title of the poem by Carl Sandburg, it is not indicative of the scope of this piece! Sieving has created a dramatic choral realization of this poem that revels in the beauty of nature. The piece is very much a sensitive choral tone poem, with soaring melodies and an artistic accompaniment.

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CoverMorning Has Broken [level: Medium]
Shawn L. Kirchner
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 573 | duration: 4:10 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Eleanor Farjeon's poem, made famous by the Cat Steven's setting, is set to a beautiful new melody in a dramatic folk-hymn style with optional soprano solo. A fine pianist, composer Kirchner always adds great color and style to his choral music through his accompaniments.

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CoverMorning Moon [level: Medium]
Philip E. Silvey | Charlotte Adams Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 406 | duration: 4:20 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Charlotte Adams was thrilled when she heard the recording of this piece and eager to have it join her choral series. Silvey's text and music are indeed unique and beautiful. Women's choirs will love this piece.

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CoverMornings [level: Medium]
Carson Cooman
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1230 | duration: 2:12 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: A Cappella

The poem by Henry David Thoreau suggests that there are mornings when the world begins anew. A delightfully fresh piece, as bright as a new day, it could make an interesting companion piece to one of the many pieces available about evenings.

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CoverMountains Are Calling Me, The [level: Easy]
Tom T. Shelton Jr. | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 943 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano, glockenspiel

A charming piece with a great melody first presented alone, then with a descant. Young singers will adore this one.

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CoverMozart's Adagio [level: Medium]
Mozart, arr. Kirk Aamot | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 565 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano, clarinet or vln. or fl.

A vocal adaptation of the beautiful melody from the second movement of Mozart's CLARINET CONCERTO IN A MAJOR, the text the traditional KYRIE. All first sing the melody before branching out into two parts. The clarinet obbligato adds authenticity to the arrangement, based as it is on the original score.

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