SPRING 2013
 NEW ISSUES

Children
Middle School
High School
College
Virtuoso
Mixed Voices
Men's Choir
Women's Choir
Church
Christmas

 


SBMP.COM is now optimized for smart devices.

Showing Octavos 1 to 50 of 154
CoverAfrican Lullaby [level: Easy]
arr. Joan Szymko
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 809 | duration: 2:00 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: piano, hand drum
The arranger cleverly weaves together two folk lullabies of African origin: the soothing African American song, “Angels Watching Over Me” and “Abiyoyo,” from the Bantu people of southern Africa. Choirs of all ages will enjoy this beautiful arrangement.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAll Things Bright and Beautiful [level: Easy]
Philip E. Silvey
voicing: 2 part tre | catalog number: SBMP 749 | duration: 4:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
A charming setting with its text excerpted from the famous Cecil Alexander poem. Syncopation gives it a contemporary style, while some staccato writing adds to its color. It includes unison, 2-part harmony, occasionally a counter-melody for the lower part, and some 3 part divisi to emphasize the climatic moments. Featured on the 2009 ACDA National Reading Session

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAll Works of Love [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 942 | duration: 5:30 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano
The 2010 Raymond W. Brock Memorial Commission for ACDA, this stunning piece set to a text by Mother Teresa concludes: “All works of love are works of peace.” The composer is at her best here as she builds and weaves beautiful lines to create drama and passion.

 Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAlleluia, Rejoice! [level: Medium]
arr. J. Edmund Hughes
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 54 | duration: 4:30 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: handbells
The Hodie chant is skillfully combined with “O Come Emmanuel” in the neo-medieval style. Organ may be substituted for handbells. Can be sung “in the round,” or used as a processional. A great program opener or closer. Also available for SA or TB

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAnd I'll Kiss Thee Yet [level: Easy]
Jackie O'Neill
voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP 115 | duration: 3:15 | price: $1.55
accompaniment: piano
The male chorus will delight in this romantic ballad. A fun addition to the program needing a touch of romance. The text is adapted from a poem by Robert Burns. Also available for SATB.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAnd Nature Smiled [level: Medium]
Allen Koepke
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 36 | duration: 4:15 | price: 1.95
accompaniment: piano
Girls love this inspirational song. Also available for TBB

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAnswer to a Child's Question [level: East]
Timothy Strang
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 98 | duration: 3:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, flute
The text of Samuel Taylor Coleridge provided composer Strang with a wonderful opportunity to write a piece with great appeal to young people.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAntonio [level: Easy]
Jay Broeker
voicing: 2 equal voices | catalog number: SBMP 873 | duration: 2:40 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
Perfect for young singers. The piece has an octave range (e1 - e2), is mostly unison, and when in 2 parts, both are melodic. The poem by Laura E. Richards is delightful. First verse: Antonio, Antonio Was tired of living alonio. He thought he would woo Miss Lissamy Lu, Miss Lissamy Lucy Molonio.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAve Maria [level: Medium]
David N. Childs | Charlotte Adams Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 222 | duration: 3:40 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, flute
A bold, yet beautiful setting for today‘s choirs; accessible to singers of all levels.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverAve Maria [level: Medium]
Giancarlo Aquilanti | Daniel Hughes Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 630 | duration: 3:35 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: a cappella
Hauntingly beautiful with the text in the composer's native Italian.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBabethandaza [level: Medium]
arr. Daniel Hughes | Daniel Hughes Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 914 | duration: 3:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: percussion
Sweet Honey in the Rock, a black singing group, has made this piece popular; they shared the text they got from an African native with Daniel Hughes. The Swahili text translates: We are marching in the light of God. A fine addition to this genre of music.

 Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBanjo Sam [level: Easy]
American Folk Song, arr. Jay Broeker
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1055 | duration: 3:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, banjo, percussion
Based on an American folk tune from the southern folk tradition of the early 1900s, this is an upbeat showpiece that incorporates a banjo player, a bit of non-improvised scat singing, a fun text, and the option of clog or tap dancers to create both rhythmic and visual excitement. It was commissioned for and first sung by a treble honor choir.

Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBarter [level: Medium]
René Clausen
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 527 | duration: 3:55 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
An elegant, melodious piece set to a musical poem by Sara Teasdale. Choirs of all ages will enjoy singing this piece.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBeside the Still Waters [level: Medium]
Rollo A. Dilworth | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 610 | duration: 4:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, opt. percussion
A gospel feel shines brightly here in this tasteful setting of Psalm 23. Appropriate for concert or church use. Also available for SATB

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBlessed be that maid Marie [level: Medium]
arr. Joy Sherman | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 53 | duration: 2:30 | price: $1.60
accompaniment: drum
This piece has appeared on many a Christmas concert, high school through semi-professional. The minor mode and simple drum part add a unique touch to this little known melody.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBloom [level: Easy]
Philip E. Silvey
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 634 | duration: 3:08 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
Ah, spring! This piece celebrates the season and allows the chorus to bloom. The piano brings great life to the piece with its running eighth notes, eager to aide in the bloom of the season.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBoy who picked up his feet to fly, The [level: Medium]
Joshua Shank
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 450 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano
Whimsy with a touch of pathos, this highly imaginative piece by young composer Shank will delight choirs and audiences. Also available for TTBB.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverBright Morning Stars [level: Medium]
arr. Shawn Kirchner
voicing: SATB, bar. solo | catalog number: SBMP 594 | duration: 5:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
A great folk melody is given royal treatment here. The artful arrangement, with a great piano accompaniment, maintains the folk flavor of the song while adding drama and musical interest

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverCantate Domino [level: Easy]
Nancy Hill Cobb | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: SA or TB | catalog number: SBMP 282 | duration: 2:15 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
The piano sets the mood in this lilting setting of the Cantate Domino text. This very popular piece is musically rewarding for the singers.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverCedar Swamp [level: Easy]
arr. Jay Broeker
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 442 | duration: 4:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
Mr. Broeker has done it again! Great swinging fun abounds in this arrangement. The voices introduce the piece imitating the sound of a "mountain" fiddle.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverChindia [level: Medium]
Alexandru Pascanu | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 44 | duration: 1:50 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: optional piano
A Romanian folk dance tune, this piece has been a best seller with junior high through college groups. The text is all on syllables like “Tra la la” so there are no language difficulties.

 Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverCielito Lindo [level: Easy]
arr. Barbara Harlow
voicing: SSA or TBB | catalog number: SBMP 567 | duration: 2:20 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: piano, opt. 3 trpts., 3 guitars, bass
A favorite folk song in Mexico and also in the U.S. The piano accompaniment imitates the upbeat, rhythmic sound of a mariachi band. An optional scoring for mariachi band accompaniment is available. Men will sing the piece an octave lower than written. Also available for SATB

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverCome Pretty Love [level: Medium]
arr. Joan Szymko
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 492 | duration: 2:15 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
A modified round with added descant and hand clapping, this piece is loaded with excitement and spirit. Also available for SATB


 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverCuckoo [level: Easy]
arr. Robert E. Heninger | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 11 | duration: 2:15 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
An endearing American folksong, beautiful in its simplicity. This proven audience pleaser is a musical treasure that will appeal to choirs of all ages.

Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverCuncti simus [level: Easy]
ed. Ricardo Soto
voicing: Unison | catalog number: SBMP 306 | duration: 2:30 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: optional instrument ensemble [Ostinato: suggested instruments are harp, guitar, strings, and handbells] [Melody: violin, flute, recorder or oboe] [Percussion: claves, congas, and finger cymbals]
The possibilities are numerous for this unison dance-like piece. Add a variety of instruments, use it as a procession, a concert opener or closer, a piece to surround your audience, with a tiny choir, or a huge choir. Great Spanish spirit. Directions for the instrumental ensemble are included in the choral score.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverDance on My Heart [level: Medium]
Allen Koepke
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 34 | duration: 2:35 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
Composer/poet Koepke spun a fun tale of romance, then set it to sprightly music that is a delight to sing, accompanied by a piano part that both supports the singers and adds to the drama. Treble choirs of all ages have been captivated by this magical piece. Over 170,000 copies have been sold.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverDavid's Lamentation [level: Difficult]
Joshua Shank | Donald Brinegar Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 416 | duration: 4:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
Beautiful, awesome, dramatic, tender-these are just some of the adjectives that describe this piece.

 Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverDomine, labia mea aperies [level: Medium]
Orlandus Lassus, ed. Charlene Archibeque | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 2 | duration: 1:20 | price: $1.60
accompaniment: a cappella
A beautiful, moving motet. This "performing" edition prepared by Dr. Archibeque includes a word by word translation of the text, a pronunciation guide, and directives for creating interpretive nuances for performance.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverDown by the Riverside [level: Easy]
arr. Brant Adams
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 232 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano
This piece is sure to bring your audience to their feet! The vocal parts are supported, though not doubled, by the piano part.Conductors will want to add this piece to their library, in the folder marked, "absolute winner!" Also available for SA or TTBB.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverDown by the Riverside [level: Easy]
arr. Terry J. Barham | Terry J. Barham Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 466 | duration: 2:15 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
An upbeat, fun, easy arrangement for young SATB choirs. The piano adds rhythmic syncopation along with solid support for the singers.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverDu bist die Ruh [level: Medium]
Franz Schubert, arr. Peter A Eklund | Peter A. Eklund Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 502 | duration: 3:00 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: piano
A romantic song composed by Schubert for solo voice, now tastefully arranged for three-part men.


Order CLICK HERE: Order, See the Music

CoverErik a Som [level: Easy]
Lajos Bardos | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 47 | duration: 2:00 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: a cappella
A delightful Hungarian folksong arranged here in two parts except for brief refrains. A pronunciation guide to the Hungarian text is underlayed and an optional English text is provided.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverEu e Vocé [level: Medium]
piano accomp.: Mary Ellen Loose - arr. J. Edmund Hughes
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 710 | duration: 3:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
Great rhythmic fun and involvement are possible in this delightful arrangement. The voices play a big part in the quasi-instrumental rhythm, and are optionally joined by finger snaps, lap slaps, and hand claps in a rhythmic interlude that could also incorporate the audience and rhythm instruments.

Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverExsultate justi in Domino [level: Medium]
Brant Adams | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 171 | duration: 4:45 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano
A wonderful concert opener or closer, or contest piece. Full of vitality and rhythmic interest. Note: the recording eliminated the opening piano intro by accident, not design. An orchestral version is available from the composer, conductor's score and parts. Also available for SATB or TTBB.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverExsultate justi in Domino [level: Medium]
Brant Adams
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 172 | duration: 4:45 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano
A wonderful concert opener or closer, or contest piece. Full of vitality and rhythmic interest. Also available for SA or TTBB.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverExsultate justi in Domino [level: Medium]
Brant Adams
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 173 | duration: 4:45 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano
A dramatic, rousing, rhythmic piece for the male choir. A great concert closer or contest piece. Also available for SA or SATB

 Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverFamine Song [level: Easy]
VIDA, arr. Matthew Culloton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 575 | duration: 5:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
Written by a professional vocal quartet of women named VIDA, (http://moirasmiley.com) and inspired by the stories of Sudanese basket weavers who expressed the pain and hope experienced by those in the famine of the 1980s, this is a most unusual and fascinating song. Arranger Culloton has captured all the pathos of the original version. A proven audience pleaser. Also available for SSAA.

 Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverFamine Song [level: Medium]
VIDA, arr. Matthew Culloton | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1007 | duration: 5:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
Written by a quartet of women named VIDA and inspired by the stories of Sudanese basket weavers who expressed the pain and hope experienced by those in the famine of the 1980s, this is a most unusual and fascinating song. Arranger Culloton has captured all the pathos of the original version. A proven audience pleaser. Also available for SATB.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverFly [level: Medium]
Sara Groves, arr. Susan LaBarr | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 903 | duration: 4:40 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
The love song ends, “When you love me there’s nothing I wouldn’t try, I might even fly.” A lovely contemporary song, arranged with taste, drama, and sensitivity.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverFreedom Come [level: Medium]
Ben Allaway
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 67 | duration: 5:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
In the style of a South African freedom song. Easy vocal writing and one or two soloists provide a dramatic uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a celebration of a special sort. Great audience appeal and an excellent concert closer. Also available for TTBB or SSAA.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverFrom this House [level: Medium]
Ben Allaway
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 225 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: percussion
Written as a sequel to Freedom Come; the mission now is to take the energy and strength of the community From this House out into the world. Features one soloist. A great closer.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverGartan Mother's Lullaby [level: Medium]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 314 | duration: 3:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
A jewel from the folk heritage of Ireland. The text generated great curiosity and a bit of research to uncover its unique meaning. A favorite of many Irish singers, choirs will love the melody, revel in the beauty of the haunting flute opening, the sweeping piano accompaniment, and the special meaning of this piece

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverGloria [level: Easy]
Nancy Hill Cobb
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 578 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, flute
A majestic GLORIA, this would be a terrific opener or closer for a concert. A fine flute player is needed for this dramatic part which soars above the choir.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverGo Down Moses [level: Easy]
arr. Tom T. Shelton Jr. | Terry J. Barham Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 494 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
Perfect for middle school or the young high school choir, this rousing arrangement begins with a chordal "vroom" supporting a soloist.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See the Music

CoverGo, Lovely Rose [level: Difficult]
Eric Whitacre
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 432 | duration: 3:33 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
Re-issued in 2002 after some minor revisions by the composer. Stunningly beautiful. One of THE THREE FLOWER SONGS by Eric Whitacre.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverGrace Before Sleep [level: Medium]
Susan LaBarr | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1005 | duration: 3:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella
Sara Teasdales poem of thanks inspired a beautiful, melodic setting by composer LaBarr. A quiet opening builds into a gorgeous, resounding climax before coming to a more reflective, thankful close. The piece could provide a tender, thoughtful ending to a concert, or be part of a theme of thanksgiving.

Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverHanerot Halalu [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 595 | duration: 3:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, clarinet; optional brass/percussion [3 trumpets, trombone, tuba, tambourine]
An upbeat piece that is fun to sing and to hear with the klesmer style clarinet adding great color. A short Hebrew text is joined by an English text by the composer. The recording features brass and a tambourine along with the piano and clarinet; the brass parts were adapted from the piano part by the conductor, Tina Johns Heidrich, and are available from SBMP.

Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverHere we come a-caroling [level: Medium]
arr. Brant Adams | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 90 | duration: 1:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
Rollicking and energetic, contempory harmonies enhanced by a tasteful piano accompaniment, this piece also works a cappella.

 Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverHigh Flight [level: Medium]
Karen Robinson
voicing: SSA or TTB | catalog number: SBMP 704 | duration: 4:45 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano
The poem was written by a young pilot in 1941—it has been called the most famous aviation poem ever written. The composer is very in tune with the message of the poem—an inspired piece. Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings; Sunward I’ve climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth Of sun-split clouds—and done a hundred things You have not dreamed of—wheeled and soared and swung High in the sunlit silence. Hov’ring there I’ve chased the shouting wind along, and flung My eager craft through footless halls of air. Up, up the long delirious, burning blue, I’ve topped the windswept heights with easy grace Where never lark, or even eagle flew— And, while with silent lifting mind I’ve trod The high untresspassed sanctity of space, Put out my hand and touched the face of God.

Order CLICK HERE: Order, See & Hear the Music

CoverHine Ma Tov [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 286 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, flute
A flowing piano accompaniment joined by a flute obligato add great color to this piece. Easy, tasteful, sing it in the original Hebrew or in English.

 Order CLICK HERE: Video | Order, See & Hear the Music

MAILING LIST
Be the first to see and hear SBMP new issues. Join SEE–IT–NOW and we will send you an E-mail when new issues are released.

SIGN UP HERE

Click here to view complete
 OCTAVO CATALOG