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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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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: $2.60
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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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
voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 212 | 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 SA or SATB.


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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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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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CoverLunar Lullaby [level: Easy]
Jacob Narverud | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
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voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1282 | duration: 3:10 | price: $2.40
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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CoverLunar Lullaby [level: Easy]
Jacob Narverud
RELEASED: February 2023
voicing: Unison | catalog number: SBMP 1722 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

This BEST SELLER is now available for unison choirs! A soaring melody and supportive piano accompaniment offers constant motion and contrast while an imaginative text of unconditional love tells of the "celestial child" in the stars. Now a staple in modern choral literature, this beautifully crafted piece is a superb addition to any choral library. 

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CoverMaryanne [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 481 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Ginsberg has a unique ability to create a masterpiece from a folk song and still retain the folk flavor. This song with an interesting heritage promises to be a favorite.

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CoverMendelssohn’s Prayer for Peace [level: Easy]
Mendelssohn, arr. Kirk Aamot | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 884 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, flute, cello

A charming piece by the famous composer. Sing it in German or English.

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CoverMichael Row the Boat Ashore [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 235 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

A contemporary setting in the folk mode.

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CoverMingulay Boat Song [level: Easy]
arr. Stuart P. O’Neil
RELEASED: March 2024
voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 1782 | duration: 2'46 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, flute

The melody for “Mingulay Boat Song” is based on a traditional Gaelic folk tune. The text was written by Sir Hugh S. Robertson, Scottish composer, and it speaks of a fisherman’s longing to return home to his family. Scored for TTB choirs with piano and flute, this gently lilting ballad is well suited for developing middle level ensembles as well as high school and collegiate level choirs. The haunting a cappella ending will keep your audience in suspense!

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CoverMinstrel Boy, The [level: Easy]
arr. Michael Mauldin | Terry J. Barham Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 469 | duration: 1:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: keyboard

The drum-cadence rhythms of the piano set the mood. The choral ranges are suitable for the young choir, however any choir may enjoy this easy, effective arrangement.

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CoverMoh lee hwah [level: Easy]
arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
voicing: SA(T)B | catalog number: SBMP 847 | duration: 2:50 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano; opt. hand chimes

Composer Bisbee has painted a beautiful picture of a Chinese garden. The gentle finger cymbals set the tone, the piano adding embellishment like a colorful blossom in the garden. To be sung in Chinese, there is a pronunciation guide for this easy text.

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CoverMountains Are Calling Me, The [level: Easy]
Tom T. Shelton Jr. | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 943 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, glockenspiel

A charming piece with a great melody first presented alone, then with a descant. Young singers will adore this one.

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CoverMusic Speaks for me, The [level: Easy]
Philip E. Silvey
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 403 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, violin or flute

"The music speaks for me as only music can." Two parts throughout, singers will enjoy the melody and the sentiment of this piece presented in a contemporary folk style.

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CoverNine Hundred Miles [level: Easy]
arr. Philip E. Silvey
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voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 438 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The composer catches the mood of the train theme of the piece in a most artistic fashion. Great for middle school singers.Also available for TBB, SATB or SAB.

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CoverNine Hundred Miles [level: Easy]
arr. Philip E. Silvey
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voicing: TTB | catalog number: SBMP 439 | duration: c. 3:00 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

The composer catches the mood of the train theme of the piece in a most artistic fashion. Great for younger singers. Also available for SA, SATB or SAB.

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CoverNine Hundred Miles [level: Easy]
arr. Philip E. Silvey
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voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 518 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

The composer catches the mood of the train theme of the piece in a most artistic fashion. Also available for SA, TBB or SAB.

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CoverNine Hundred Miles [level: Medium]
arr. Philip E. Silvey
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voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 545 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

The composer catches the mood of the train theme of the piece in a most artistic fashion. Also available for SA, TBB or SATB.

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CoverNishike mkono Bwana [level: Easy]
arr. Alex Gartner | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1380 | duration: 2:30 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

This Swahil song has all three voice parts equally involved throughout, with two solo opportunities part of the mix. Rhythmic and lively, it builds to a bravado ending. This is sure to be an audience pleaser.

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CoverNoel [level: Easy]
arr. J. Edmund Hughes
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 470 | duration: 3:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Ed Hughes does it again: a Christmas piece with a totally new dramatic flair. Easy, yet very effective, this piece combines bits of the CAROL OF THE BELLS, with SING WE NOEL.

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CoverNoel Nouvelet [level: Easy]
Michael Eglin | Nathan J. Kreitzer Choral Series
voicing: SSA or TBB or SSATBB | catalog number: SBMP 851 | duration: 2:20 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

This arrangement has many possibilities: it may be performed by women, or by men, or a combination of the two. It would work well as a processional, would be effective sung in the round, and it could be done with instruments doubling the vocal parts.

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CoverO Come Emmanuel [level: Easy]
arr. Michael Touchi
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 390 | duration: 3:10 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: keyboard

Composer Touchi demonstrates how a beautiful setting need not be difficult. With his tasteful piano accompaniment setting the tone, he has created a unique treatment of this favorite carol.

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CoverO Filii et Filiae [level: Easy]
Volckman Leirsring, arr. Dick Thompson
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 92 | duration: 1:20 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Dick Thompson has created a tasteful four part setting of the Leirsring eight part double choir setting. The antiphonal feeling is retained. An optional finger cymbal part adds color.

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CoverOh to Be a Star [level: Medium]
Timothy Strang
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1433 | price: $215
accompaniment: piano

Set to an inspirational text, this is bound to be a favorite of treble choirs. An active piano part keeps the pace flowing, while the singers take turns being the melodic stars.

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CoverOh! Susanna [level: Easy]
Steven Foster, arr. D. Shawn Berry
voicing: SA or TB | catalog number: SBMP 609 | duration: 2:30 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, violin, woodblock

Arranger Berry had super fun with Miss Susanna! The fiddle and the foot-tapping piano accompaniment set the stage for the singers.

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CoverOne River [level: Medium]
Christopher Fox
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 1567 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

Set to an inspirational poem about giving, the music gives all singers a turn with the melodies making this a delight to both sing and to hear.

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CoverÓró Mo Bháidín [level: Easy]
arr. Ruth Boshkoff
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 820 | duration: 3:15 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, oboe

Fishing in small boats has a great, long history in Ireland. In this song, the fisherman says he “won’t be back until St. John’s Feast Day.” Depending on when he set sail, that could be a long time on the water. A charming song with text beginning in Gaelic and concluding in English. The Gaelic is written out as a transliteration.

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CoverPat-a-Pan [level: Easy]
arr. Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SAB | catalog number: SBMP 780 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

A charming setting of this long-time favorite carol.

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CoverPath We Take, The [level: Easy]
Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 890 | duration: 3:05 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano

Set to a text by Indian anthropologist Alice Fletcher, climbing a mountain is the metaphor for life’s challenges; singing on the mountaintop becomes the metaphor for success and pleasure when the task is completed. An upbeat, fun piece for the young choir.

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CoverPentatonic Alleluia, A [level: Easy]
Ross Whitney
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 137 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

The one word text, "Alleluia,” is treated aleatorically to create an ethereal, mesmerizing effect. Outstanding in a reverberant church or hall. A great opener. Also available for SSAATBB.

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CoverPentatonic Alleluia, A [level: Easy]
Ross Whitney
voicing: SSAATBB | catalog number: SBMP 444 | price: $1.75
accompaniment: a cappella

The one word text, "Alleluia,” is treated aleatorically to create an ethereal, mesmerizing effect. Outstanding in a reverberant church or hall. A great opener. Also available for SA.

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CoverPer Spelmann [level: Easy]
arr. Nancy Grundahl
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 419 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, violin

Charming, fun, includes directions for a traditional dance during the instrumental interludes.

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CoverPetit Enfánt [level: Easy]
Linda Miller Shaw & Dana Thompsen | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 199 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: keyboard, opt flute

A hauntingly beautiful melody, a flowing accompaniment, and a soaring obbligato combine to create a special piece for Christmas. May be sung in French or English.

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CoverPiping Tim [level: Easy]
arr. D. Shawn Berry | Gary Packwood Choral Series
voicing: TB | catalog number: SBMP 1449 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano, flute

This beloved rollicking song will be an audience delight, their only problem being that they might wish they could sing along, A great closer.

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CoverPlace Called Morning, The [level: Easy]
Earl J. Reisdorff
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 934 | duration: 2:45 | price: $1.85
accompaniment: piano

The composer has infused some modern chords into the accompaniment, adding beautiful color to the lovely melody featured in this piece. Also available for SA. The text by Emily Dickinson: Will there really be a morning? Is there such a thing as day? Could I see it from the mountains If I were as tall as they? Has it feet like water-lilies? Has it feathers like a bird? Is it brought from famous countries Of which I have never heard? Oh, some scholar! Oh, some sailor! Oh, some wise man from the skies! Please to tell a little pilgrim

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CoverPoor Wayfarin' Stranger [level: Easy]
arr. Randall Gill
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 28 | duration: 2:40 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

A contemporary setting of a long-time favorite.


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Coverporky & porkie [level: Easy]
Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 271 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano

E. E. Cummings texts is playfully set with da-ba jazz-like interludes. Throughout, the piano accompaniments demonstrate Neil Ginsberg's vast talent to set a mood.

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Coverporky & porkie [level: Easy]
Neil Ginsberg
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 506 | duration: 2:40 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

The whimsy of e.e.cummings is very fresh and fun in this piece.



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CoverPreguntale a ese mar [level: Medium]
Inocente Carreno | Jerry McCoy Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 301 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

A Venezuelan madrigal by a distinguished composer. Beautiful and reflective, it tells the sad love story of a man and a mermaid.

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CoverProverbs [level: Easy]
Tom T. Shelton Jr.
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1009 | duration: 4:20 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, percussion

Fifteen proverbs, gathered from around the world, make up the text for this special piece. A guiro, cabasa, and bongos provide the rhythmic accompaniment. The piece opens with spoken recitation of the proverbs, and grows to a section where four melody lines converge, accompanied by both percussion and recitation of the proverbs. The highly creative piece ends with the Zimbabwe proverb: If you can walk you can dance, if you can talk, you can sing.

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CoverQuiet Land of Erin, The [level: Medium]
arr. Judith Watson
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 553 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano, viola

A beautiful and haunting traditional Irish tune, arranged by the composer for her Northern Ireland choir. The English text is offset by a short refrain in Gaelic with a pronunciation guide provided. The viola adds great flavor to this piece.

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CoverRain Come Down [level: Easy]
Shawn L. Kirchner
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 503 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Written after the Columbine High School massacre, this song tenderly and poignantly addresses the need for healing after a loss. The folk style will appeal to all.
Also available for SSA.

TEXT: Come, rain, come down, come, rain, come down,
Heaven’s tears of mercy, come a-runnin’ down.
Say no words, it is too soon, say no words out loud.
But wrap your quiet arms around, hide us in your cloud.
Come wash away this grief and pain,
and let all hearts be clean.
And bring the fairest flow’rs
to meet the sorrows we have seen.
A little lower than the angels we were born to be,
Yet which of all the creatures knows this misery?
Come, rain, come down, come, rain, come down,
Heaven’s tears of mercy, come a-runnin’ down.


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CoverRain Come Down [level: Easy]
Shawn L. Kirchner
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 669 | duration: 3:45 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

Written after the Columbine High School massacre, this song tenderly and poignantly addresses the need for healing after a loss. The folk style will appeal to all.
Also available for SATB

TEXT: Come, rain, come down, come, rain, come down,
Heaven’s tears of mercy, come a-runnin’ down.
Say no words, it is too soon, say no words out loud.
But wrap your quiet arms around, hide us in your cloud.
Come wash away this grief and pain,
and let all hearts be clean.
And bring the fairest flow’rs
to meet the sorrows we have seen.
A little lower than the angels we were born to be,
Yet which of all the creatures knows this misery?
Come, rain, come down, come, rain, come down,
Heaven’s tears of mercy, come a-runnin’ down.


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CoverRise and Shine [level: Easy]
Donald Dilley
RELEASED: June 2021
voicing: SAT(B) | catalog number: SBMP 1638 | duration: c. 3:24 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Upbeat and syncopated, this is an appealing piece for young developing choirs. Featuring nice moments for each part, it is flexibly voiced with an a cappella feature and a contrasting middle section. This will work well as a festival piece or as a concert opener.

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CoverRisseldy Rosseldy [level: Easy]
arr. Jay Broeker
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voicing: SA or Unison | catalog number: SBMP 310 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Great fun for the children's choir.

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CoverSanctus [level: Easy]
Vivaldi, arr. Robert Sieving | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 647 | duration: 3:40 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: keyboard; opt. strings

A glorious piece for treble choirs, loaded with opportunites to grow vocally. The recording is done with strings.

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CoverSarasponda [level: Easy]
arr. Ruth Boshkoff
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voicing: 2 part | catalog number: SBMP 303 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

This charming Dutch spinning song has an easy flow and a sweet melody that is perfect in young voices. Entirely in the Dutch language, it's repetitive in text and melody making it easily learned. And, it has become a widely-used selection in festivals as well as concert settings.

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Ride the Chariot
SATB
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs