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CoverLaudate Pueri [level: Easy]
Nancy Hill Cobb
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 395 | duration: 2:30 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano, opt. flute/cello

Unison, two-part, four-part, and finally five-part writing combine with an excellent supportive and colorful accompaniment to make an outstanding concert piece. An optional conductor score and instrumental parts extend the accompaniment to piano, flute and cello.

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CoverLaudate Pueri [level: Easy]
Nancy Hill Cobb
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 396 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, opt. flute/cello

Unison, two-part, and finally three-part writing combine with an excellent supportive and colorful accompaniment to make an outstanding concert piece. An optional conductor score and instrumental parts extend the accompaniment to piano, flute and cello.

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CoverLaughing Song [level: Medium]
David Dickau | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB/opt. children's chorus | catalog number: SBMP 762 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, flute

William Blake’s poem dances with joy. A dramatic piano, a lofty flute, along with a rhythmic tambourine, join the voices to bring this text to brilliant life. A children’s chorus could partake singing the unison laughing theme that opens the piece and reoccurs along the way amidst the story telling of the SATB choir. READ THE POEM

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CoverLead Me Home [level: Medium]
Matt Carlson | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: August 2024
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1795 | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano

“Lead me home, somewhere I don’t feel alone. I don’t want to be on my own for too long.” SSA, piano, with original lyrics and music by Matt Carlson. Written in a popular song style, with plenty of unison lines and singable stacked harmonies, this feel-good song is a journey that explores the concept of home and how it means something different to each and every person. Beautiful…a great selection for any concert, and especially appropriate for graduations and“moving on” celebrations.

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CoverLeap Free of the Cage [level: Medium]
Connor J. Koppin
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1474 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

The text by Rumi offers a profound metaphor for living. The composer illuminates this with the music taking flight as it leaps freely. A colorful, exciting piece is the result.

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CoverLeave Her, Johnny [level: Medium]
arr. Daniel Lynch
voicing: TTB | catalog number: SBMP 1682 | duration: c 4'32" | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

Leave Her, Johnny is a Sea Shanty in which the crew would communicate disapproval of their living and working conditions on board. The "Her" mentioned throughout the song is referring to a ship rather than a woman. This shanty would typically be saved for the end of a long voyage in which the sailors sing of leaving the ship. 

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1749 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: a cappella

A Spiritual Song from the Luo people of Kenya, Professor David Akombo has created a joyful and highly-accessible arrangement  for a cappella SATB choirs. Perfect for developing voices and young ensembles, with conservative vocal ranges and many teachable moments. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again! A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the score by the arranger. 

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
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voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1775 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: a cappella, see below notes for optional percussion

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and many teaching moments that make it great for choirs of all ages. A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the octavo. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again!

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
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voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1776 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: a cappella, see below notes for optional percussion

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and many teaching moments that make it great for choirs of all ages. A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the octavo. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again!

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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 is Beautiful (La Vita è Bella) [level: Medium]
Z. Randall Stroope
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1758 | duration: 4'29 | price: $2.90
accompaniment: piano

With heartfelt original lyrics by renowned composer Z. Randall Stroope, this intriguing piece is perfect for developing middle level and high school choirs. Sung in English, with an Italian “hook” (La vita è Bella), all choirs will sound stunning performing this! A gorgeous, flowing piano accompaniment supports the voices throughout. Life is about accepting that change is inevitable, finding peace in the midst of uncertainty, and enjoying each day while looking forward to, and preparing for, the future. A poignant statement for any concert or festival, but especially appropriate for end-of-the-year concerts, moving-up ceremonies, and graduations.

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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 the Darkness (Golow an Tewlder) [level: Easy]
Joel Snyder & Jane Kozhevnikova
RELEASED: March 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1714 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

“Golow an Tewlder" (Cornish for "Light the Darkness") is derived from the early Celtic language of Cornwall, spoken in the Southwestern corner of Britain and related to Welsh and Breton. In this lovely lullaby we are encouraged to be forces of light in an all too often dark world. Singable and sincere, with a delightful melody and supportive piano accompaniment. A sweet addition to any program.

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CoverLight the World [level: Medium]
Connor J. Koppin | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1664 | duration: c 5'00" | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

With text from the inaugural addresses of three former presidents (FDR, JFK, and Obama), this very inspirational and dramatic selection will be a great concert piece for more advanced mixed choirs. Featuring a variety of sections, this song in mixed meter includes a brief a cappella section toward the end and has a challenging piano accompaniment that your pianist will enjoy.

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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 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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CoverLiving in the Seasons [level: Medium]
Joel Snyder & Jane Kozhevnikova
RELEASED: September 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1806 | duration: 2'35" | price: $3.10
accompaniment: piano

Songwriting duo Snyder & Kozhevnikova have created a fun and accessible piece for every season! Original lyrics, SATB (no divisi), and a joyful piano accompaniment make this a great concert and festival piece for high school mixed ensembles.

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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 Ago (In the Bleak Midwinter) [level: Medium]
Gustav Holst - arr. Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1669 | duration: c. 4’55” | price: $3.00
accompaniment: piano and optional string quartet

This haunting setting of Holst's timeless melody will be the highlight of your next Holiday concert. Rossetti's famous poem soars off the page in Narverud's nostalgic new arrangement for accompanied mixed choir, which features each section of the ensemble as well as the pianist.

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CoverLong Ago (In the Bleak Midwinter) [level: Medium]
Gustav Holst, arr. Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SSA(A) | catalog number: SBMP 1739 | duration: c. 4’55 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano and optional string quartet

A new twist on a timeless carol, this BEST SELLER is now available for treble choirs! Narverud’s setting of Christina Rossetti's poem features Holst’s original melody and harmonization along with new connective material between the verses and beautiful cluster harmonies. Paired with an artistic piano accompaniment and optional string parts, it is a lovely statement for the season. 

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CoverLong Ago (In the Bleak Midwinter) [level: Medium]
Gustav Holst, arr. Jacob Narverud
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voicing: SAB/Three-Part Mixed | catalog number: SBMP 1779 | duration: c. 4'30 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano and optional string quartet

A new twist on a timeless carol, this BEST SELLER is now available for developing mixed choirs! SAB or Three-Part Mixed, the Baritone part is written to accommodate changing voices. Narverud’s setting of Christina Rossetti’s poem features Holst’s original melody along with new connective material between the verses and beautiful modern harmonies. Paired with an artistic piano accompaniment and optional string parts, it is a lovely statement for the season.

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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 | David N. Childs Sacred Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 224 | 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 SATB 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 | Nicole Lamartine Choral Series
voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP 1685 | price: $2.25
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 | 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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