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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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CoverStand by Me, Lord [level: Medium]
Tindley, arr. Ruth Butterfield-Winter | Daniel Hughes Choral Series
voicing: SATB/solo | catalog number: SBMP 864 | duration: 4:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

Stand By Me, Lord has been arranged and recorded in different forms by many gospel singers, including Elvis Presley. This arrangement was inspired by the Mavis Staples version where she sings unaccompanied on two tracks, to create an aleatoric duet with herself. The opening phrases are sung by the solo voice. As the chorus joins in, the arrangement builds to a strong climax, which is followed by a beautiful and hopeful conclusion, sung once again by the solo voice.

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CoverStar-Spangled Banner [level: Difficult]
John Stafford Smith, arr. Jacob Narverud
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1539 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

Elegant and creative, but not overdone, this setting of the Star Spangled Banner is concert worthy for choirs capable of singing divisi.

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CoverStars Above and Earth Below [level: Medium]
Rob Swenson
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1614 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The imaginative Teasdale poem comes to vivid life via this creative music setting.

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CoverStars Above the Hill, The [level: Medium]
David Dickau | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 953 | duration: 4:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

Set to a poem by Canada’s beloved poet Bliss Carman, the text celebrates the beauty of nature, and the immense impact of a star-lit sky, quietly, but profoundly suggesting “how small a thing is man.” A beautiful, elegant piece.

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CoverStars I Shall Find [level: Medium]
Seth Houston | Donald Brinegar Choral Series
voicing: SATB, opt. tenor and bass solos | catalog number: SBMP 1016 | duration: 5:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

Poet Sara Teasdale dreams of special stars, a crystal of peace. The piece opens with two wonderful solos that can also be performed as tutti lines. The music is marked by compelling melodies, sensitive counterpoint, a luscious harmonic language, and an evocative piano accompaniment.

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CoverStill wie die Nacht (Calm as the Night) [level: Medium]
Carl Bohm, arr. Robert Sieving
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 688 | duration: 4:15 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

The famous art song is tastefully arranged for mixed choir, with both the women and the men having a turn at the beautiful melody. Sing it in the original German or in English.

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CoverStopping by Woods on A Snowy Evening [level: Medium]
Kenneth Riggs
voicing: SATB/SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1576 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

The beloved poem dramatically comes to life in this creative setting. Perform it with an SATB choir and a treble trio or SSA choir.

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CoverSummer [level: Medium]
Joshua Shank | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1165 | duration: c. 5:00 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

Set to a dreamy poem by Robert Ressler, the composer has maintained that mood, painting a unique picture with his special palette of lush harmonies. This is a fascinating contrast for a program, no matter the season.

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CoverSun’s A-Risin’ [level: Medium]
Ben Allaway
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 298 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: piano

Always clever, Allaway has pulled out all the stops in this fun-filled, three -minute-long farm epic. Put on your straw hats and red scarves and enjoy. The "piano-picker" will have a ball and will need a special bow after this one.

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CoverSvjati Boze - Holy God [level: Medium]
Lisa Milena Simikic | Donald Brinegar Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 467 | duration: 2:30 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Dedicated to those who suffered as the result of the bombing of Kosovo, this dramatic piece will appeal to advanced choirs. Not difficult, it does require vocal maturity. The title translation: Holy God. One phrase is in the Slavonic language, all others are in English

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CoverSweet dreams, form a shade [level: Medium]
Emma Lou Diemer
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 18 | duration: 3:05 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

A moving, bittersweet lullaby sung by a mother who compares her sleeping child to the Christ Child. This sensitive piece has a beautiful melody which passes from soprano to tenor to alto. It will provide a lovely contrast for your Christmas program.

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CoverSymbols [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
RELEASED: June 2021
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1648 | duration: c. 3:00 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

The poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke is creatively interpreted through the use of tone painting in another outstanding original by Narverud. With rich choral harmonies, moving vocal lines, and a flowing piano accompaniment, this piece glides with constant motion to end where it began. This challenging yet accessible piece will be an excellent addition to advanced choral libraries.

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CoverTake Me Out to the Ballgame [level: Medium]
arr. Sandi Peaslee
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 452 | duration: 2:15 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

A fun, upbeat arrangement that will be a crowd pleaser.


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CoverTantum ergo [level: Medium]
Franz Schubert, ed. Peter A. Eklund | Peter A. Eklund Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 763 | duration: 4:10 | price: $1.65
accompaniment: piano or organ; opt. brass

An elegant piece. Wonderful for any size choir. The larger choir may be interested in the possibility of performing this with brass.

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CoverTelescope [level: Difficult]
Krishan Oberoi | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: July 2022
voicing: SSATB | catalog number: SBMP 1691 | duration: c. 2'30" | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

Telescope mirrors in music what the Kate Wakeling created so skillfully in her composition of the poem. Just as the poem “revolves” around the fixed point of the letter O, Telescope uses the fixed point of a single pitch with the harmony embellishing and supporting that pitch. 

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CoverTenebrae factae sunt [level: Difficult]
Andrew Larson
Digital Room Octavo
voicing: SSAATTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1384 | duration: 6:10 | price: $1.75
accompaniment: a cappella

This highly dramatic setting features a rich harmonic palate and has the potential to be the highlight of a concert.

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CoverThat Music Always Round Me [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1440 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

The poem of Walt Whitman comes to vivid life in this special composition. Dramatic throughout, this would be a glorious opener or closer for a concert.

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CoverThe Beautiful Sing [level: Difficult]
Eric William Barnum | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1351 | duration: 5:55 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Great sensitivity to the text is ever-present in this fine composition. Lush harmonies and soaring melodies make this an elegant addition to the Christmas literature.

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CoverThe Bunk-House Orchestra [level: Medium]
Randall Johnson | Randy and Rachel Stenson Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1405 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano; opt. fl., vln.

Americana foot-stamping fun here, this is set to a poem by an early-days South Dakota poet. A blue-grass style violin part sets the tone, a flute adds color, and the piano holds it all together. This is guaranteed to be the hit of a program.

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CoverThe Castle Builder [level: Medium]
Susan LaBarr
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1175 | duration: 4:08 | price: $2.35
accompaniment: piano 4 hands

Longfellow’s poem, with its challenging message to young people to “Build on, and make thy castles high and fair,” marches to great music here. The dramatic 4-hand piano part artistically sets the pace for the well-crafted vocal parts. This is highly recommended for large choirs.

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CoverThe Cherry Riddle Song [level: Medium]
James Owen Bowyer
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1610 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

A piano part that “blooms” is the hallmark of this setting of the beloved song. All voices have turns with the melody, and a short a cappella section adds color and interest.

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CoverThe Christmas Alleluias [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1349 | duration: 26:00 | price: $13.95
accompaniment: harp

A five movement work, set to lyrics by Euan Tait, with harp accompaniment, this would be the highlight of a Christmas program. The harp part is designed for virtuoso player, the choral parts within reach of any fine choir.

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CoverThe Dark Around Us, Come [level: Medium]
Giselle Wyers | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
Digital Room Octavo
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1528 | price: $1.75
accompaniment: piano

This setting of Wendell Berry’s evocative poem “The Dark Around Us Come” can be sung as a stand-alone piece, or as the completion of a set of pieces Giselle Wyers calls “Three Hymns for the Earth”: 1: “The Dark Around Us Come, 2: I Go Among Trees, and 3: “The Waking”.

In this poem, Berry describes an imaginary tribunal of all the elements and creatures of the earth, including humans: “light, leaf, foot, hand, and wing”. These living creatures meet in darkness- a darkness of spirit, or the literal darkness of a shadowed forest, to attempt reconciliation. Wendell Berry seems to suggest that humankind must come to “know” all of the earth and join in harmony with the planet as “One household high and low” so that "all the earth shall sing.” This piece embodies the sorrow of our failings to reconcile with the earth, but ends with a poignant hope and optimism, as is reflected in Berry’s simple yet radiant text. The composer hopes by singing this work, we will find a way towards “rejoicing mind and eye, rejoining known and knower."

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CoverThe Divine Image [level: Difficult]
Nathan R. Lange
voicing: SAATTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1634 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The William Blake poem is given royal treatment in this elegant piece. Mature choirs will especially enjoy this.

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CoverThe Dream [level: Easy]
Jason Shelton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1243 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

A circle made of song, a dream of harmony, to love and be loved as I am—these are quotes from this song. Written in a Glee/Broadway style, an opening solo sets the mood, the choir soon joining in with their own take on this message. Upbeat with fine melodies, this is a winner.

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CoverThe Eyes of the Heart [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1465 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: organ

Sub-titled “A New Psalm 121,” poet Euan Tait has added his own verse to a beloved Psalm. Starting in unison, this special piece builds to a dramatic ending.

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CoverThe Four-Leaf Clover [level: Medium]
Kevin T. Padworski
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1532 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

This delightful piece set to a whimsical poem will be a favorite of singers and audiences. A sprightly piano accompaniment adds color and support for the melodies of the singers.

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CoverThe Front [level: Medium]
Christopher Fox
RELEASED: January 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1667 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano, snare drum, cello

A sonnet to a fallen soldier/poet, this moving work examines the healing effect of nature in the aftermath of war, and midway through, shifts to recognize the sacrifice made by so many.   The lyrical content provides an opportunity for singers to explore the difficult theme of war while focusing on healing and looking forward, supplemented by a lush cello and bookended by a marching snare cadence reminiscent of the sound of battle.

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CoverThe gift I'll leave you [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen | Joel Rinsema Kantorei Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1370 | duration: 5:30 | price: $2.2
accompaniment: piano

Working with a profound Euan Tait poem on the theme of love, composer Arnesen has created another winner. An exquisite piano part supports the composer’s memorable melodies.

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CoverThe Gift to Sing [level: Medium]
Matthew Emery | Jamie Hillman Choral Series
RELEASED: January 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1663 | duration: c. 3’25” | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano

The Gift to Sing, the inaugural piece in the Jamie Hillman Choral Series, is a setting of the poem of the same name by revered African American poet and civil rights leader James Weldon Johnson. Matthew Emery’s (b. 1991) unique ability to tell a story through song is perfectly coupled with Johnson’s hopeful and inspiring words on the power of singing to overcome grief, strife, and adversity. The work utilizes a somewhat varied strophic form, though phrases are slightly varied and developed. Different textures are created so that each section presents the main theme, and various voices add counterpoint which cause the piece to blossom. An exciting choice for concert, festival, honor choir, competition, assembly, or Black History Month.

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CoverThe Gift To Sing [level: Medium]
Coleman Peterson | Kyle Pederson Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1784 | duration: 3'05 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: piano

Abounding with energy and optimism, this contemporary concert work setting of James Weldon Johnson's text evokes hope and youthful exuberance. With speech-driven rhythms, a driving piano accompaniment, and a stellar text about being grateful to have the opportunity to sing, this one's a terrific closer!

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CoverThe Harbor [level: Medium]
Brian A. Foy
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1767 | duration: 5'30 | price: $2.70
accompaniment: piano

Patriotic and proud! A compelling piece about the story and meaning of the Statue of Liberty. Written for mixed choirs with piano, choirs of all ages and levels will feel empowered singing this. Perfect for concerts or festivals any time of year, but especially appropriate for special events, assemblies, and award ceremonies. “I lift my lamp. Come live your dream at last.”

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CoverThe Lamb [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen | Joel Rinsema Kantorei Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1328 | duration: 5:40 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The beloved poem by William Blake is here expressed with great sensitivity. The composer takes us to a dramatic climax in the penultimate phrase, and then concludes with a tender ending, “God bless thee.” Very special best describes this piece.

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CoverThe Light of God [level: Medium]
Kevin Foster | David N. Childs Sacred Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1026 | duration: 3:55 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

After opening with the Latin Locus iste, The Light of God quickly finds English as the mainstay throughout. Later, the Latin phrase re-enters, soaring above the energetic rhythmic pattern sung in English. A great concert piece with its outstanding piano accompaniment and fine choral writing, this piece would also be a bright star in the church literature.

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CoverThe Little Creek [level: Easy]
Matt Carlson | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
RELEASED: March 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1678 | duration: c . 4:30 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano; opt. guitar

“Every door you enter you find a piece of something inside you never knew.” Choirs will love this inspiring text that brings comfort to those in times of struggle. Character building texts of self-discovery, self-acceptance, and self-worth are set beautifully to music that is accessible for choirs of any level. It features unison melodies that are excellent opportunities to build your choir’s legato tone, along with part writing that is quick to learn and satisfying to sing. This piece speaks to the heart of what it means to be human, and it is sure to be an all-time favorite of singers and audience alike!

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CoverThe Love of Truth [level: Medium]
Z. Randall Stroope
RELEASED: June 2021
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1644 | duration: c. 4:43 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano

Set to a profound text from the journals of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius this elegant piece could be the centerpiece of a program. The English and Latin text ("all things are woven together") is expressed in dramatic style with mixed meter and melodic moments that embody the interconnected fabric of all things.

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CoverThe Master Speed [level: Medium]
Tyler Stampe
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1460 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The Robert Frost poem gets elegant treatment in this setting. With melodic interest in all parts, it will be a delight to both sing and hear.

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CoverThe Moon is Distant from the Sea [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 540 | duration: 3:15 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

A whimsical poem by Emily Dickinson comes to sparkling life. The piano adds much color to the soaring vocal lines. Also available for SSAA or TTBB.

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CoverThe Moth’s Serenade [level: Medium]
Andrea Ramsey | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
RELEASED: January 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1660 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

Clever goings on here, starting with the famous poem by Paul Fleischman, herein enhanced by the special drama of the music. This is both sophisticated and fun.

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CoverThe Music of My Soul [level: Medium]
Alejandro Consolacion II
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1502 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

The lyrics laud the value of music, and the beautiful melody provides aural proof of this value. An elegant accompaniment makes this piece extra special.

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CoverThe Peace of Wild Things [level: Medium]
Emily Feld | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1401 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Wendell Berry’s famous poem comes to gorgeous life in this sensitive and dramatic setting. Fine choirs will love this as will their audiences.

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CoverThe Poem, The Song, The Picture [level: Medium]
Terry Schlenker | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 927 | duration: 4:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

A provocative poem by Federico García Lorca inspired this beautiful piece by composer Schlenker. To be sung in English, the piece has little divisi for the men, and a bass part lacking in low notes. Tight harmonies underlay a dramatic melody for this special piece.

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CoverThe Power of a Song [level: Easy]
Roslyn Sieh
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1248 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

...music can bring us together as one. I believe in the power of a song. The composer makes a strong statement on the many powers of a song. Uplifting, spirited, and not difficult, this needs to be sung!

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CoverThe Red-Gold Darkness of Rain [level: Medium]
Dominick DiOrio | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1605 | price: $2.95
accompaniment: piano

This unique piece will appeal to the adventuresome choir wanting to fascinate the audience with their performance. The excellent recording is worth a listen.

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CoverThe Rosslyn Fire [level: Medium]
Jay Jordan
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1235 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

A bit of Scottish history and legend are the foundation of the tale told herein. Dance-like rhythms and beautiful melodies dramatically bring the story to life.

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CoverThe Singer’s Dance [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1411 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

A soprano solo, optionally sung by all the sopranos, provides the elegant introduction, Beautiful melodies abound here as the story of the singer’s dance unfolds. The Singer’s Dance is movement 12 from the major work, the Wound in the Water.

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CoverThe Song We Sing [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1547 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

An invitation to gather, to breathe, to be a community. This piece is a lyrical welcome to " the poet, the beggar, the lover, and the rebel" in each of us to "join the song forever." A lovely beginning or ending to any concert.

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CoverThe Soul of a Tree [level: Medium]
Amy F. Bernon | Jamie Hillman Choral Series
RELEASED: July 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1683 | duration: 3’15” | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Ancient trees represent longevity, wisdom and steadfastness in our ever-changing world.  Amy Bernon brings these qualities to life in “The Soul of a Tree” through new melodies that echo those from early music. This piece was runner-up of the first ACDA Pearl Prize contest.

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CoverThe Unknown Region [level: Medium]
Randall Johnson | Randy and Rachel Stenson Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1156 | duration: 5:35 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

Set to Latin text from the Requiem Mass and English text by Walt Whitman, this is a blockbuster piece, very high on the drama scale. Easier than it sounds or looks says Randy Stenson who has conducted it, it would be a great closer or centerpiece for a concert.

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