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CoverAdon Olam [level: Difficult]
Kenneth Lampl | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1194 | duration: c. 6:00 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a calleppa

The award-winning film composer produced a dramatic setting of a celebratory Hebrew text. Rich harmonies and exquisite melodic interest distinguish this fine composition.

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CoverAngels and Shepherds [level: Medium]
Daniel Schreiner
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1195 | duration: c. 4:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, trumpet

A jewel of a Christmas piece, the shepherds tell their story, the angels sing the beloved carol that has them “heard on high,” and the piano and trumpet add stylish accompaniment. Have a listen and you will want to program this.

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CoverChild of My Heart [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1192 | duration: 4:20 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, cello

“Only you are you” the text proclaims as it celebrates the life of a child. As in an art song, the cello and piano accompaniment colorfully support the vocal lines of the singers. A beautiful piece with a special message.

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CoverGao Shan Qing [level: Medium]
arr. Reed Criddle | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1182 | duration: 3:15 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

The Taiwanese aboriginal tune has been superbly arranged to create a show-piece for the men’s choir. Ever true to the five-tone modality indigenous to the Orient, the result is a unique style and authentic flavor.

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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: $2.15
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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CoverI Am [level: Easy]
Melanie Horne | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: 2 part | catalog number: SBMP 1178 | duration: 2:45 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

Young singers can easily learn this cleverly constructed piece. Melodies are present at all times. When combined they add contrast and interest.

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CoverIesus Ahattonnia [level: Medium]
arr. Susan LaBarr | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1180 | duration: 4:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: percussion

The Huron Carol is here presented in the original language of the Huron people sung by a soloist. The choir repeats the words of the title providing a harmonic underlay for the solo. A drum adds ethnic authenticity and rhythmic interest.

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CoverIndodana [level: Medium]
arrangers: Raif Schmitt and Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
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voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1177 | duration: c. 3:50 | price: $2.40
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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CoverO Praise the Lord with Heart and Voice [level: Medium]
Haydn, arr. Jacob Narverud | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1186 | duration: 2:05 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano/optional strings

This exuberant piece is from Haydn’s Creation and can be sung in English or German. For the young choir it presents a wonderful vehicle for developing excellent vocal techniques; For the advanced choir it offers a splendid opportunity to demonstrate their finest singing.

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CoverOse Shalom [level: Medium]
arr. Brant Adams | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1187 | duration: 4:50 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

This arrangement of a beloved traditional Israeli melody is a tour de force for the male choir. A lively piano accompaniment adds to the spirit of the piece. It is guaranteed to be a concert highlight.

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CoverQuest of the Kings [level: Medium]
arr. Jacob Narverud
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1183 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

We Three Kings is here treated to a highly imaginative, dramatic arrangement. A great concert piece, it also offers the possibility of functioning as a processional.

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CoverSing to Me [level: Easy]
Andrea Ramsey
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1176 | duration: 2:40 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

Melodic interest in all parts, conservative ranges, and an uplifting text are the hallmarks of this fine piece. Choirs of many ages will find this piece a delight to sing.

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CoverSpring [level: Medium]
Joshua Shank | Daniel Hughes Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1184 | duration: 4:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

Dramatically combining two Sara Teasdale poems, the composer has painted an enlightened statement on the spirit of spring. No bird calls in this, rather it might best be called a tone poem for singers.

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CoverThe Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy [level: Medium]
Drew Collins & Brenda Ellis, arr. Drew Collins | Jerry Blackstone Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1181 | duration: 4:25 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: percussion

Percussion instruments add authenticity to this stylish arrangement of the Trinidad carol. The melody gets tossed around from one voice part to another in a quasi conversational manner, with all coming together for a grandiose ending.

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