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CoverWade in de water [level: Medium]
arr. Allen Koepke
voicing: SSAATTBB | catalog number: SBMP 227 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Hold your hats, this one will raise the house. A favorite of honor choirs.

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CoverWade in the Water [level: Medium]
arr. Nina Gilbert | Jerry Blackstone Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 179 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: tuba

The tuba opens this setting with a simple rendition of the melody. Later as the piece progresses and the choral writing gets more involved, the tuba is there to help build the drama.

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CoverWade in the Water [level: Medium]
arr. Marion Verhaalen | Sharon Hansen Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 690 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: opt. piano

The arranger has woven a subtle, flowing accompaniment, breathing new life into this spiritual. The solid vocal writing can stand alone without the piano should the need or the spirit of the moment demand.

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CoverWait With Me [level: Medium]
Coleman Peterson
RELEASED: January 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1715 | duration: c. 3’55” | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

Powerful harmonies. Captivating lyrics. High school and college ensembles of all sizes will bond together singing this ballad and creed of true friendship. With glorious suspensions and modern parallel a cappella movement, this mixed choral piece explores the promises we can make to the people we love -- that when life's storms set in, we'll be right at their side, waiting with them for the wind to stop howling and the sky to open.

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CoverWait With Me [level: Medium]
Coleman Peterson
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1744 | duration: c. 3’55 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

Powerful harmonies. Captivating lyrics. High school and college Tenor-Bass ensembles of all sizes will bond together singing this ballad and creed of true friendship. With glorious suspensions and modern parallel a cappella movement, this choral piece explores the promises we can make to the people we love -- that when life's storms set in, we'll be right at their side, waiting with them for the wind to stop howling and the sky to open.

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CoverWake up, Ollie Brown! [level: Medium]
Ben Allaway
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 45 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: a cappella

A variety of African-American musical styles join in this choral drama. Four soloists are featured and are backed up by a “chorus of angels.” A dramatic piece.

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CoverWaking, The [level: Medium]
Giselle Wyers | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 868 | duration: 3:17 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano

This delightful setting of a Theodore Roethke poem gloriously describes awakening to the beauties and wonders of nature. Vivid imagery, lovely vocals, and a flowing accompaniment all combine to create a piece that is especially suitable for spring and summer concerts. Also available for SSA.

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CoverWaking, The [level: Medium]
Giselle Wyers | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1053 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

This delightful setting of a Theodore Roethke poem gloriously describes awakening to the beauties and wonders of nature. Vivid imagery, lovely vocals, and a flowing accompaniment all combine to create a piece that is especially suitable for spring and summer concerts. Also available for SATB.

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CoverWalk in Jerusalem [level: Medium]
spiritual, arr. Paul Rardin | Jerry Blackstone Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 352 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano

Arranger Rardin is at it again, here with a gospel rock setting of the wonderful spiritual. Dig in and enjoy the fun this one provides. Audiences are guaranteed to love it.

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CoverWalkers with the Dawn [level: Difficult]
Luke D. Rosen | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1562 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

The Langston Hughes text comes to vivid life in this highly rhythmic piece that might have listeners covertly tapping their feet.

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CoverWaly, Waly [level: Medium]
arr. Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 364 | duration: 2:50 | price: $1.50
accompaniment: a cappella

At times woven like a tapestry, other times in rich harmonic texture or simply in unison, this is a masterful setting of this long-time favorite Scottish ballad.

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CoverWana Baraka [level: Medium]
arr. Shawn L. Kirchner
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voicing: SSATBB | catalog number: SBMP 482 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.90
accompaniment: a cappella

An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite for any season of the year. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya. The short text is Kenyan; a pronunciation guide is included. Also available for SSA div. or TTTBBB.

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CoverWana Baraka [level: Medium]
arr. Shawn L. Kirchner
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voicing: SSA div. | catalog number: SBMP 554 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite for any season of the year. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya. The short text is Kenyan; a pronunciation guide is included. Also available for SSATBB or TTTBBB.

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CoverWana Baraka [level: Medium]
arr. Shawn L. Kirchner | Daniel Hughes Choral Series
voicing: TTTBBB | catalog number: SBMP 807 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite for any season of the year. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya. The short text is Kenyan; a pronunciation guide is included. Also available for SSATBB or SSA div.

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CoverWater is Wide, The [level: Medium]
Scottish/English folk song, arr. Jason Webb | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1111 | duration: 5:10 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

This beloved Scottish folk song takes on new life in the hands of an expert Nashville arranger. A stylish piano introduction sets the mood, the melody, first stated in unison, is soon joined by counter-melodies. Three-part harmony moves the song to another level as the music builds to a dramatic climax, finally returning to the pensive sounds of the beginning. Artistic meets sensible, the result a delight to sing.

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CoverWayfaring Stranger [level: Medium]
arr. Stuart P. O’Neil
RELEASED: June 2021
voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 1635 | duration: c. 2:35 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

The setting of this popular folk song is accompanied by a supportive and stylish piano part.

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CoverWe Are A Chorus [level: Medium]
Alice Parker
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1498 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

This is a fun, upbeat piece not to be missed. The legendary composer wrote both the text and the music. It will be a stunning opener for a concert or it could make a great encore.

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CoverWe Are the Voices [level: Medium]
Jim Papoulis | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1482 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano, djlembe

“In every heart there is a place that shows us who we are.” So begins the opening phrase presenting the idea that unfolds in this significant song. Bound to be the hit of a program, it builds to a big ending, the rhythmic beat of a djembe adding to the excitement.

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CoverWe Are the Voices [level: Medium]
Jim Papoulis | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1258 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano/drum

In every heart there is a place that shows us who we are. The opening phrase presents the challenge that unfolds in this significant song. Bound to be the hit of a program, it builds to a big ending, the rhythmic beat of a djembe adding to the excitement.

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CoverWe Carry Peace [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1124 | duration: c. 5:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

The fascinating, profound text, by New Mexico poet Keith Wilson, gets sensitive treatment in this beautiful choral setting.
The first stanza:
We carry peace with us in a small sack.
We throw it like seed.
There is always Enough to go around.
Though, most do not pick it up.

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CoverWe Sing of Love [level: Medium]
J. Reese Norris
voicing: SA div. | catalog number: SBMP 1089 | duration: 4:50 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano, cello

A dramatic piece filled with passion, it exploits the glories and strengths of love, the text at times quoting from the Song of Solomon. An artistic piano/cello accompaniment adds significant impact as it lends support to the singers. Most of the choral writing is for two parts, with occasional divisi in one part.

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CoverWeep No More [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
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voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 249 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

The famous John Keats text is set in a contemporary style with a flowing piano accompaniment. Over one hundred thousand copies are in print of this highly effective piece. Also available for TTBB or SATB.

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CoverWeep No More [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 490 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Treble singers love this piece. Now it is available for men's choirs. Poignant, moving and an audience pleaser. Also available for SSAA or SATB.

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CoverWeep No More [level: Medium]
David N. Childs | Randy and Rachel Stenson Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 965 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.90
accompaniment: piano

Over 100,000 copies have been sold of the treble version—now available for mixed voices, this special piece is bound to also become a favorite in this voicing. Also available for SSAA or TTBB.

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CoverWeeping Mary [level: Medium]
arr. Brad Holmes | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 750 | duration: 2:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Shape note music comes to life with the SATB choir divided into three choirs to lend a dramatic, antiphonal effect to this arrangement. At times all singers are involved, or only one of the three choirs, or a combination of two. The voicings: Choir I: SSA; Choir 2: SAT; Choir 3: A/T TB. The recording conducted by the arranger demonstrates the performance style needed for this piece.

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CoverWere You There? [level: Medium]
arr. Kevin S. Foster
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1080 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella

The arranger works his special magic as he uses the title words, “Were you there?” to become a musical underlay for the other questions that make up this text. The story having been told, the underlay of “Were you there?” then becomes a musical collage, with repetitions gently leaving one to ponder the question. A captivating, thoughtful arrangement, excellent for church or the concert hall.

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CoverWhat Child Is This? [level: Medium]
arr. Lindsay Goodson | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 975 | duration: 4:45 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

An elegantly beautiful arrangement of this beloved carol. The melody is the English Greensleeves, refreshingly new to the ear as it veers from the usual tune for this carol. Both men and women get the opportunity to sing the tune in this creative setting.


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CoverWhat Do the Bells Say? [level: Medium]
James Deignan | Turtle Creek Chorale Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1490 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano; opt. strings

Answer to the question: Here the bells laud “Peace on the earth — good-will to men.” This is an impressive piece for men. Sing it with piano or orchestra accompaniment.

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CoverWhat We Need Is Here [level: Medium]
James Diegnan
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1414 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

The poignant Wendell Berry poem provided the inspiration for this special piece. Sensitive music it is, with beautiful melodies, both rare treats for male singers.

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CoverWhat We Need Is Here [level: Medium]
James Deignan
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1593 | price: $2.40
accompaniment:

The profound poem comes to vivid life in this dramatic choral setting.

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CoverWheel that Moves the Sun and Stars, The [level: Medium]
Eric Barnum | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 908 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

Set to a provocative poem from Dante’s PARADISO, the piano assumes the roll of the wheel, and the choir dramatically tells the story of the creation of the world.

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CoverWhen Day Is Done [level: Medium]
Jason Webb | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1209 | duration: 5:30 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

With his signature keyboard style and consummate musical versatility, Jason Webb now takes on poetry to create this special piece with its beautiful message of parental love. A comfort for young singers, reflective for the mature, and rich musically, all will love this piece.

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Coverwhen god decided to invent [level: Medium]
Joshua Shank | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 693 | duration: 6:07 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: sop sax. or oboe

The composer creates his musical interpretation of the invention of the world with the help of the E.E. Cummings poem. The is an audience pleasing/choir-will-love-it piece.

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CoverWhen I Hear Her I Have Wings [level: Medium]
Mark Templeton | Paul Head Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 673 | duration: 2:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

A sensitive, beautiful love song set to a text by Mary Coleridge. A special piece for the men’s choir.

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CoverWhen I Think of You [level: Medium]
Laura Farnell | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 743 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano

The composer adapts two famous poems of Sara Teasdale to create this beautiful, tender love song.

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CoverWhen I Think of You [level: Medium]
Laura Farnell
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 904 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

The composer adapts two famous poems of Sara Teasdale to create this beautiful, tender love song.

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CoverWhen Music Sounds [level: Medium]
Connor J. Koppin | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1402 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano, opt. Strings

The composer has created beautiful melodies, and wisely gives each section the opportunity to sing them. A dramatic piano accompaniment adds to the grandeur of this special composition.

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CoverWhen Music Sounds [level: Medium]
Connor J. Koppin | Turtle Creek Chorale Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1480 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano, opt. strings

The composer has created beautiful melodies, and wisely gives each section the opportunity to sing them. A dramatic piano accompaniment adds to the grandeur of this special composition.

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CoverWhen You Wake [level: Medium]
Emma Lou Diemer
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1549 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

A colorful piano accompaniment adds great style to this charming piece.

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CoverWhere Dwells the Soul of My Love [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 463 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, oboe or flute

Composed as a commission for a junior high honor choir, this elegant piece is appropriate for any age group with its beautiful melodies, expressive accompaniment, and poignant text.

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CoverWhere Will I Go? [level: Medium]
Garrett Hoffman
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1521 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

The artistic setting of the poem won the young composer first prize at the 2018 PMEA composition contest. An elegant piano accompaniment and excellent melodies are the hallmark of this special piece.

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CoverWhy Fades a Dream? [level: Medium]
Nicholas McKaig | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 960 | duration: 4:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

Set to a highly provocative poem by Paul Laurence Dunbar, the composer beautifully captures both the mood and the meaning of this “recipe for living” text.

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CoverWill the circle be unbroken? [level: Medium]
arr. Paul Rardin
voicing: SSA trio/SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1268 | duration: 4:55 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

This popular hymn dating back to 1907 is cleverly arranged to come full-circle, with three treble soloists the book-ends of the piece. Made famous by many gospel singers, this special arrangement will be a joy for singers and audiences.

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CoverWind and the Amfalula Tree, The [level: Medium]
Sarah Vaughn | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 341 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano, cello

A fun artistic setting, this is highly recommended for young choirs.

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CoverWings [level: Medium]
Nancy Grundahl | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1103 | duration: 4:40 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

An inspirational quote from Victor Hugo soars to great heights in this sprightly composition. The piano adds special color, while the singers tell the story and bring a new dimension to bird-like tunes.

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CoverWinter Is Past [level: Medium]
Jeremy Samuel Faust, M.D. | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: January 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1659 | duration: c. 3’30” | price: $2.15
accompaniment: cello

After a beautiful and contemplative opening--written to acknowledge a coming together after the Covid-19 pandemic, though also appropriate for other times--Winter is Past builds in momentum, eventually lunging towards a thrilling climax. It captures the re-emerging of life, its splendor, and with it, the joy we take from making music, even as we reflect on what has happened: "The rain is over and gone, the flowers appear on the Earth; The time of the singing has come!"

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CoverWinter Lullaby (little Dear-my-Soul) [level: Medium]
Luke Flynn
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1737 | duration: c. 4'03 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano

A beautiful new lullaby for mixed choirs with piano accompaniment. Film and television composer Luke Flynn sets Eugene Field’s warm and cozy, feel-good poetry to a lyrical and timeless melody that SATB ensembles of all ages will love singing. Stunning and memorable!

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CoverWipip!!! [level: Medium]
Sydney Guillaume | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 925 | duration: 3:45 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: a cappella

The Haitian born composer honors his roots with this spectacular piece set to a poem by his father, the title meaning “Wow,” and the theme of which translates “Life is beautiful when we love one another.” Fast moving, and highly rhythmic, this one is a winner.

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CoverWise Words [level: Medium]
Blake Henson | Cory Boulton Choral Series
RELEASED: July 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1729 | duration: c. 6'55 | price: $2.80
accompaniment: piano, violin

“Beauty is ours when we dare to see it.” A delightful new choral ballad, lilting with love and kindness, set to a fresh new text by poet Gerald Custer. With very little divisi in only the Soprano and Bass parts, this piece is highly accessible for mixed choirs of all ages and sizes. An important and powerful message with a supportive piano accompaniment and solo violin feature.

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CoverWith a Lily in Your Hand [level: Medium]
Eric Whitacre
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 431 | duration: 2:15 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

Re-issued in 2002 after some minor revisions by the composer. The text by Federico Lorca receives dramatic treatment. In English. One of THE THREE FLOWER SONGS by Eric Whitacre.

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