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CoverHiraita, Hiraita [level: Medium]
arr. Ken Hakoda
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 559 | duration: 2:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

A traditional Japanese children's song, its melody is based on the pentatonic scale. The text portrays the wondrous yet simple moments when a lotus flower blossoms and then closes. At a deeper level, the text speaks of the eternal cycle of nature. The music depictse this eternal cycle by overlapping several layers of melodies to create a mysterious and dream-like atmosphere. The text is Japanese, the pronunciation easy as the vowels are pure as in Italian. A pronunciation guide is provided.

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CoverHodie [level: Difficult]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 356 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

The opening unison chant is first contrasted by vigorous rhythmic sections, then developed with masterful weaving of the vocal line. A must for outstanding treble choirs.

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CoverHope and Love [level: Medium ]
Carson Cooman
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1141 | duration: c. 3:00 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: a cappella

The prolific and versatile composer chose a poem of award-winning poet Jane Hirshfield as text for this stunningly beautiful a cappella piece. Musically and poetically, this is exemplary of the finest in creativity.

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CoverHope Is the Thing with Feathers [level: Medium]
Kenney Potter
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1017 | duration: 2:30 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

A clever, upbeat rhythmic pattern mirrors the sentiment of the text as it “never stops at all” except for a few moments of mid-song reflection with the poem’s final thought: “It never asked a crumb of me.” Fun and inspiring, this piece would provide a special highlight for a concert.

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CoverHow Can I Keep from Singing [level: Medium]
Robert Wadsworth Lowry, arr. Karen P. Thomas | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 894 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

A glorious setting of this favorite song. A small group begins the piece singing in unison; the piece builds and builds to the six-part ending.


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CoverHow Can I Keep from Singing [level: Medium]
Robert Wadsworth Lowry, arr. Karen P. Thomas | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 897 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

Starting with the most innocent of beginnings featuring the famous treble melody, the piece builds to a dramatic ending, all the while maintaining the integrity of the original hymn tune.

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CoverHow Can I Keep from Singing [level: Medium]
arr. Kirstina Rasmussen Collins
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1529 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

This dramatic, innovative setting of the beloved song is sure to be the highlight of a program.

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CoverHunt Is Up! The [level: Medium]
Nicholas McKaig | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 967 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: a cappella

The English King leads the hunt to catch a deer, and the town gathers to watch the goings-on. The text, from a sixteenth century ballad, tells the tale first-hand. Composer McKaig calls on the singers to sound the horns to announce the hunt: “hey tantara tee-ree,” and the rousing piece takes off. Colorful and great fun.

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CoverHuron Carol [level: Medium]
arr. Susan LaBarr | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1179 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: a cappella

The haunting minor key Canadian tune from the 1600s, now superbly arranged with English text, is a special addition to the Christmas repertoire. Conservative ranges put this within reach of choirs both young and mature.

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CoverHush! [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1724 | duration: c. 4’26” | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

A fresh, powerful take on this timeless traditional spiritual. A cappella and homophonic, with limited ranges and occasional divisi in the soprano part only, this is a great addition to any concert for mixed choirs of any size. Arranged for the Susquehanna University Choral Festival.

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CoverI Am Glad [level: Medium]
Daniel Schreiner
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1611 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

This dramatic piece would be an excellent opener, closer, or centerpiece of a choral concert. Energetic and creative, it beautifully brings the text to life.

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CoverI Am Thy Grass, Oh Lord! [level: Medium]
Matthew Emery
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1233 | duration: 2:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

The metaphoric poem that speaks in philosophical terms is beautifully set in this gem of a piece. Colorful harmonies, melodic interest in all parts, this is a stylish composition.

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CoverI Am Your Sunlight [level: Difficult]
Mikael Carlsson
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1050 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

The Swedish composer chose an intense love poem by Australian poet Janet Jackson and created a stunning choral rendition. A composer of film music, it should come as no surprise that great drama abounds in this composition. The adept mature choir, or the young choir with close ties to contemporary sounds, will delight in the challenges of this special piece.

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CoverI 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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CoverI Can’ Tarry [level: Difficult]
Traditional Spiritual, arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2026
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1886 | 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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CoverI Can’t Stay Behind [level: Difficult]
Traditional Spiritual, arr. Nolawi Araya | Rayvon T. J. Moore Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2026
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1879 | duration: 3’22” | price: $3.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Here is a bold new setting of a traditional spiritual for advanced mixed ensembles. Rooted in the rich tradition of layered voices and rhythmic vitality, this arrangement allows each voice part moments of prominence while building interest through carefully woven textures. Written a cappella with divisi, a piano reduction is included in the octavo for optional rehearsal support. A compelling and dignified choice for a concert finale.

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CoverI Feel Tired Sometimes [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1675 | duration: c. 3'25" | price: $3.00
accompaniment: a cappella

I Feel Tired Sometimes is an original African American spiritual that blends Renaissance era counterpoint using the Latin text “Cum Sancto Spiritu In Gloria Dei Patris, Amen. This piece will be suitable for Honor Choir, festivals or liturgical settings. May this spiritual be an invitation for choirs to honor the grief and joy of this time on the planet.

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CoverI Got a Home In a Dat Rock [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1340 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

Another creative arrangement from the pen of Stacey Gibbs, he here stacks the voices, one section at a time, for a highly dramatic ending.

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CoverI Hide Myself [level: Difficult]
Eric Whitacre
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 430 | duration: 1:50 | price: $2.55
accompaniment: a cappella

Re-issued in 2002 after some minor revisions by the composer. An elegant, stunning piece. One of THE THREE FLOWER SONGS by Eric Whitacre.

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CoverI Shall Have Had My Day [level: Medium]
Noah Thys
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1788 | price: $3.00
accompaniment: a cappella

Belgium composer Noah Thys has beautifully set Alfred Tennyson’s thought-provoking text in this new piece for SATB a cappella choirs (no divisi). Accessible vocal ranges throughout, and each section gets a chance to shine - especially the basses! A lyrical and lovely reflection on the meaning of life: “Then let come what come may. I shall have had my day.”

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CoverIch will den Herrn loben allezeit [level: Medium]
George Phillip Telemann, arr. Jacob Narverud
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1355 | duration: 1:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Originally set as a canon by Telemann, it here retains much of the canonic flavor while adding harmonic interest and support. Most of the tenor and bass parts are in unison, making this suitable for the SATB or SAB choir. The upbeat, joyful nature of the piece makes it a fine concert opener.

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CoverIf You Want To Go [level: Easy]
Philip E. Silvey
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1381 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

The profound text based on an African saying tells us “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Stylish and upbeat, this will be fun to sing and a delight to hear.

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CoverIlkley Moor [level: Medium]
arr. Carolyn Welch | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1450 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

This hilarious song comes to us by way of Halifax., England. End your concert with this, perhaps adding some movement to illuminate the extraordinary message of the song, and you are guaranteed a hit.

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CoverIllumina le tenebre [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko | Daniel Hughes Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 861 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The recording, done in a reverberant hall, provides the best description of this outstanding piece. The text is one of the oldest prayers of St. Francis of Assisi. The composer states: “My intention was to create a setting both spacious and intimate.” She has succeeded beautifully. Also available for SSAA.

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CoverIllumina le tenebre [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 955 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

A reverberant hall will serve this special piece very well. The text is one of the oldest prayers of St. Francis of Assisi. The composer states: “My intention was to create a setting both spacious and intimate.” She has succeeded beautifully. Also available for SATB.

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CoverIn Dreams [level: Medium]
Zebulon Highben | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1604 | price: $2.35
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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CoverIn Judah’s Land [level: Medium]
Appalachian Carol, arr. Michael Eglin | Nathan J. Kreitzer Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 876 | duration: 3:45 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

A stylish arrangement of this charming carol.

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CoverIn the Bleak Midwinter [level: Medium]
René Clausen
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 620 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

The composer does a masterful job of setting this beloved text. Dramatic and beautiful -- choirs will love this piece.

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CoverIndodana [level: Medium]
arrangers: Ralf Schmitt and Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
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voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1438 | duration: c. 3:50 | price: $2.75
accompaniment: a cappella

This highly dramatic traditional African song was arranged by two South African composers, both experts in this genre of music. A best seller in SATB, treble voices now get their turn with this beloved piece from the SBMP catalog. One of the first of this genre, it remains one of the best.

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CoverIndodana [level: Medium]
arrangers: Ralf Schmitt and Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
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voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1177 | duration: c. 3:50 | price: $3.00
accompaniment: a cappella

This highly dramatic traditional African song was arranged by two South African composers, both experts in this genre of music. The treble voices carry the melody, the lower voices provide the harmonic underlay. One of the first of this genre, it remains one of the best.

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CoverIndodana [level: Medium]
arrangers: Ralf Schmitt and Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
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voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1524 | duration: c. 3:50 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

This highly dramatic traditional African song was arranged by two South African composers, both experts in this genre of music. A best seller in SATB, lower voices now get their turn with this beloved piece from the SBMP catalog. One of the first of this genre, it remains one of the best.

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CoverInfinite [level: Medium]
Nelson Green
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1591 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

This elegant work has melodic interest, dramatic contrast, wonderful colors created by cluster chords, and a short but profound text.

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CoverInfinity [level: Difficult]
Kim André Arnesen | Joel Rinsema Kantorei Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1372 | duration: c. 7:10 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

The profound poem takes us to the “furthest star” and challenges humanity with “one chance for us all.” Not one to shrink from drama, the composer has met the challenge of creating what might be called a mini-opera with this 7 minute masterpiece.

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CoverInnkeeper [level: Difficult]
Robert T. Townsend and Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
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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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CoverInscription for a Wayside Spring [level: Medium]
Ben Allaway | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 10 | duration: 1:57 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

The Frances Cornford text was found on a bulletin cover commemorating the Winchester Cathedral’s nine hundredth anniversary. An elegant, beautiful piece, the text suggests that the water from this Wayside Spring can restore the soul.

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CoverIPharadisi [level: Easy]
arr. Brad Richmond
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1468 | price: $2.35
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 |
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voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1684 | price: $2.35
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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CoverIPharadisi [level: Easy]
arr. Brad Richmond
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voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1827 | duration: 2'00" | price: $2.55
accompaniment: djembe

This BEST SELLER is now available for middle level developing mixed choirs! The traditional South African text celebrates life. An upbeat a cappella texture is punctuated with the rhythmic text and singable melody in a dynamic world music selection that is an excellent addition to any choral concert. A helpful piano reduction is included in the score.

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CoverIt Takes a Village [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
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voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 328 | duration: 3:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: percussion

The familiar African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child," is given African-style treatment. A great closer, this piece is a proven audience favorite. Also available for SATB.

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CoverIt Takes a Village [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 331 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: percussion

The familiar African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child," is given African-style treatment. A great closer, this piece is a proven audience favorite. Also available for SSAA & TTBB

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CoverIt Takes a Village [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
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voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1127 | duration: 3:45 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: percussion

The familiar African saying, ”It takes a village to raise a child,“ is given African-style treatment. A great closer, this piece is a proven audience favorite.

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CoverIt’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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CoverI’ve Found Me a River [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SATB/SAT | catalog number: SBMP 1624 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

This dramatic spiritual innocently begins in four parts before dividing into a double choir format. Bound to be an audience pleaser, it will also be a delight to sing.

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CoverJá vam a Primavera! [level: Medium]
Henrique Morozowicz | Joshua Habermann Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 453 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

A graceful contemporary madrigal welcoming spring. By a Brazilian composer, it is to be sung in Portuguese. A transliteration appears in the score under the Portuguese.

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CoverJambo [level: Medium]
Teddy Kalanda Harrison - arr. Jacob Narverud | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
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voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1134 | duration: 3:00 | price: $3.00
accompaniment: percussion

The Kenyan composer received world-wide recognition and platinum certification with his group Them Mushroom’s recording of his piece. Now available in an exciting arrangement for choirs, it is bound to be a favorite.

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CoverJambo [level: Medium]
Teddy Kalanda Harrison - arr. Jacob Narverud
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voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 1139 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: percussion

The Kenyan composer received world-wide recognition and platinum certification with his group Them Mushroom’s recording of his piece. Now available in an exciting choral arrangement, it is bound to be a favorite

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CoverJambo [level: Medium]
Teddy Kalanda Harrison - arr. Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1146 | duration: 3:00 | price: $3.00
accompaniment: percussion

The Kenyan composer received world-wide recognition and platinum certification with his group Them Mushroom’s recording of his piece. Now available in an exciting choral arrangement, it is bound to be a favorite.

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CoverJambo [level: Medium]
Teddy Kalanda Harrison - arr. Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1309 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: percussion

The Kenyan composer received world-wide recognition and platinum certification with his group Them Mushroom’s recording of his piece. Now available in exciting arrangements for choirs, it is bound to be a favorite.

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CoverJesu und Maria [level: Easy]
arr. Jay Broeker
voicing: SSATB | catalog number: SBMP 549 | duration: 3:53 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

Jay Broeker magically weaves plainchant into this tuneful carol.

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Be the Seed - SSAA
by Joan Szymko