The New Release List
• all levels •


Children
Middle School
High School
College
Mixed Choir
Virtuoso
Tenor-Bass Choir
Treble Choir
MultiCultural
Christmas/Winter
Church
Unity


CoverLo, How a rose e're blooming [level: Medium]
arr. J. Edmund Hughes
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 198 | duration: 3:45 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: opt. hand bells

Composer Hughes has combined a thirteenth century plainsong with the fifteenth century German carol for a fascinating result. To be sung in English.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverLong Ago (In the Bleak Midwinter) [level: Medium]
Gustav Holst, arr. Jacob Narverud
BEST SELLER
voicing: SSA(A) | catalog number: SBMP 1739 | duration: c. 4’55 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: piano and optional string quartet

A new twist on a timeless carol, this BEST SELLER is now available for treble choirs! Narverud’s setting of Christina Rossetti's poem features Holst’s original melody and harmonization along with new connective material between the verses and beautiful cluster harmonies. Paired with an artistic piano accompaniment and optional string parts, it is a lovely statement for the season. 

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverLongest Shadow of the Year [level: Medium]
Ellen Gilson Voth
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1505 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Treble choirs have a chance to shine as they bring to light this artistic piece. A colorful piano part adds drama and support.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverLook! Be: leap; [level: Medium]
Libby Larsen | Bowling Green State University Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1249 | duration: 3:10 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano

This setting of excerpts from the colorful Muriel Rukeyser poem implores one to put your face to the wind and fly. Mature treble choirs will treasure Libby Larsen’s extraordinary composition.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverLoosin Yelav [level: Medium]
arr. Paul Carey | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 679 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

The colorful, melodic song tells of the rising of the moon. Made famous by Dawn Upshaw, it is given artistic treatment in this arrangement and offers much opportunity for dramatic expression. The text is Armenian with the transliteration under the notes; the original Armenian is above the notes for easy reference.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.


More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverLorica [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 800 | duration: 2:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano, flute

Ever seeking dramatic texts, for this piece the composer chose an excerpt from text traditionally held to have been inscribed on the breastplate, or “lorica” of Saint Patrick. As we have come to expect from Szymko, the drama of the music brings the text to brilliant and colorful fruition.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverLos Cristales Turbios [level: Easy]
J. Reese Norris | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1256 | duration: 3:15 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

The poem by Federico Garcia Lorca tells of children looking out a frosted window at a winter scene. To be sung in Spanish, the beautiful melody, and the free-flowing piano accompaniment combine to make an art song young singers will enjoy.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverLove's Philosophy [level: Medium]
David N. Childs
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 628 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano

Percy Bysshe Shelley's poem presents the romantic notion that if all of nature can be so united, why not I with thine? High school and mature women's choruses will love both the sentiment, and Child's beautiful melodic treatment of the text.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverLove’s Onward Journey [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1272 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

IInspired by the creation of his poet friend, Euan Tait, this musical journey tells of a love story that challenges one to “be complete, ” to find “new ways,” and ultimately to “rejoice in the freedom of all who sing.” Gifted melodist Arnesen found special ways to bring this message to life.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverLullaby for a King [level: Medium]
J. Edmund Hughes
BEST SELLER
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1425 | duration: 3:40 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

This gently rocking lullaby incorporates a charmingly beautiful melody with original text for two verses, then brings in the traditional text of Silent Night for verse three using the same memorable melody and harmonic ideas. Easily learned, it is a very accessible piece that is perfect for Christmas services or concerts.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverLunar Lullaby [level: Easy]
Jacob Narverud | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
BEST SELLER
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
Covermaggie and milly and molly and may [level: Difficult]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 588 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano

Always stylish and highly creative, composer Szymko has great fun with this E. E. Cummings poem.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMagnificat [level: Medium]
Donald Kendrick | Charlotte Adams Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 185 | duration: 5:00 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Following the unison plainchant opening, Kendrick provides a dramatic setting of the text utilizing both rhythmic variety, and the feel of the plainsong.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverMagnificat [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen
voicing: SSAA - sop. solo | catalog number: SBMP 1293 | price: $14.95
accompaniment: strings, organ, piano

...warmly compassionate music, which positively glows with its soaring, beautifully arched melodic lines...” Gramophone magazine review, April, 2015. The talented Norwegian composer has created a genuine masterpiece, 40 minutes in duration.
Perform it with organ alone, or with organ, piano, and strings.

More Information | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverMarchin' to Freedom [level: Medium]
Rollo A. Dilworth | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 497 | duration: 3:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

Swing out with this exciting piece that takes us on a vigorous march climaxing with the beloved spiritual OH FREEDOM. Also available for SATB.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMay Wind (Set Me Free) [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
RELEASED: January 2022
voicing: SSA(A) | catalog number: SBMP 1655 | duration: c. 3’16” | price: $2.50
accompaniment: piano

Narverud’s setting of this evocative Sara Teasdale poem tells a story about how experiencing nature and music can inspire deep love and happiness. Soaring vocal lines combined with rich, dissonant harmonies and a rocking piano accompaniment make this a powerful piece that will resonate with treble choirs of all ages. The duple-against-triple patterns represent the conflict between Love and Stubbornness, which ultimately ends with the triplet pattern (Stubbornness) surrendering to Love (duple pattern) for a beautiful, empowering ending — “Love: Set Me Free!”

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverMelodijas [level: Medium]
ed. Vance Wolverton, Peteris Barisons | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 167 | duration: 2:15 | price: $1.50
accompaniment: a cappella

The low altos are prominently featured both melodically and harmonically in this lush, a cappella setting that is strongly reminiscent of Brahms. In the text by J. Sudrabkalns musical concepts become metaphors for the complexities of life. Barisons's musical treatment enhances the meaning of the text while simultaneously evoking rich, warm tone and expressive delivery. Sing this in the original language (a transliteration is provided), or in English.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMisericordia [level: Medium]
J. Reese Norris
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1236 | duration: 3:25 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Psalm 121 is here joined by the word misericordia, a Latin term meaning compassion. Impressive melodies are the hallmark of this special piece, the piano beautifully adding to the splendor of it all. The composer treats misericordia to a special musical motif that several times makes its statement. This piece is a true work of art.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMorning Moon [level: Medium]
Philip E. Silvey | Charlotte Adams Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 406 | duration: 4:20 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Charlotte Adams was thrilled when she heard the recording of this piece and eager to have it join her choral series. Silvey's text and music are indeed unique and beautiful. Women's choirs will love this piece.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMorningsong [level: Medium]
Jacob Narverud
RELEASED: June 2022
voicing: SSA(A) | catalog number: SBMP 1676 | duration: c. 3'15" | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano, opt. flute

A delightful new piece that radiates with joy! Available for both treble and mixed choirs, the text describes the glory of the morning and the hope that comes with each new day. The lilting piano accompaniment supports the memorable melodies and an optional flute part adds lovely character. Vocal ranges are conservative throughout, making this an accessible piece for choirs of all ages.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverMozart's Adagio [level: Medium]
Mozart, arr. Kirk Aamot | Mary Alice Stollak Choral Series
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 565 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: piano, clarinet or vln. or fl.

A vocal adaptation of the beautiful melody from the second movement of Mozart's CLARINET CONCERTO IN A MAJOR, the text the traditional KYRIE. All first sing the melody before branching out into two parts. The clarinet obbligato adds authenticity to the arrangement, based as it is on the original score.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMusic In My Mother's House [level: Medium]
arr. J. David Moore, by Stuart Stotts | Janeal Krehbiel Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 880 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: piano

A big hit when performed at the ACDA National Convention, this sentimental piece is fun to sing, and will touch all those who hear it.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMusic Makers [level: Medium]
Laura Hawley | Jamie Hillman Choral Series
RELEASED: June 2022
voicing: Unison/2-part | catalog number: SBMP 1673 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Music Makers is a joyful piece celebrating creativity! Shimmering piano tremolo chords usher in the opening theme that climbs up a series of fourths to create an open, soaring feeling.  Phrases filled with rhythmic vitality alternate with soaring sustained tones are supported by a vibrant, fun piano accompaniment.  

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMusica Dei donum optimi [level: Medium]
Dvorak, arr. by Robert Sieving
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 858 | duration: 2:40 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

This piece for violin and piano, from Romantische Stücke, Op. 75, has been skillfully arranged for women’s chorus, the romantic melody and lush harmonies merged with the famous Latin text that dates from the Renaissance. A beautiful addition to the choral literature for women.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart | Add ePrint to Cart
CoverMy God is So High [level: Medium]
arr. Nancy Grundahl
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 513 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

A sprightly spiritual for the treble choir. Lots of interest in each vocal part, and a robust, rhythmic piano part.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverMy Soul Is Awakened [level: Medium]
Brad Burrill
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1756 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

The poem by Anne Bronte is about the impact of the wind: My soul is awakened, my spirit is soaring And carried aloft on the wings of the breeze; For above and around me the wild wind is roaring, Arousing to rapture the earth and the seas. The piece begins with the choir singing on nonsense syllables to imitate the flowing wind. A joyful, upbeat piece, this will be fun to sing, and an interesting addition to a program.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverNada te turbe [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 334 | duration: 4:19 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: cello

text by Saint Teresa of Avila. Spain authored the sixteenth century sacred text, here rendered both in Spanish and in English. The accompanying cello first plays in the style of a guitar, then in a lyric counterpoint to the drama of the voices.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverNdandihleli [level: Medium]
arr. Charlotte Botha
RELEASED: February 2023
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1706 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: opt. djembe

This upbeat traditional isiXhosa song from South Africa is a memorable and enjoyable statement for Mixed, Treble, and Tenor-Bass ensembles. The authentic a cappella setting includes a guide to the suggested movement along with an IPA and phonetic pronunciation guide and translation. Really fun to perform!

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverNight Song [level: Medium]
J. Michael Saunders
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1541 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

Singers will love this beautiful piece. The piano adds creative support and a bit of drama.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverNigra sum [level: Medium]
Antonio Vivaldi, arr. Robert Sieving
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 997 | duration: 4:10 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: piano

Originally for viola , the piece has been skillfully arranged with great melodic interest in both voice parts, accompanied by a baroque-style piano accompaniment. This is a beautiful addition to the choral literature for treble singers.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverNoel (SSA) [level: Difficult]
Naomi LaViolette
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1579 | price: $2.30
accompaniment: piano, drum

The music ”sways” as would a large bell. Add some dancers to this and it just might be the creative highlight of December.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart | Add ePrint to Cart
CoverO Eve! [level: Medium]
Frank J. La Rocca
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 895 | duration: 3:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

In this sacred text, Mary celebrates Eve as 'my sister, my friend' - having been reconciled by the Child she carries. A beautiful, poignant piece that would be best performed in a reverberant hall. The recording was made in the Chapel at the University of Glasgow.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart | Add ePrint to Cart
CoverO My Love [level: Medium]
Matthew Emery
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1417 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

The composer cleverly weaves the melody in and out of the four parts making this a joy to sing, and fascinating to hear. The left hand of the piano maintains the pulse, thereby anchoring this delightful piece.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverOld Tunes [level: Medium]
Tom T. Shelton Jr. | Robyn Lana Choral Series
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 1534 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: piano, cello

The Sara Teasdale poem comes to life with this special piece, the fine cello and piano accompaniment elevating it to the level of an art song. It begins unison and grows at one point to four parts, one of these possibly being a soloist or unison choir. Adventuresome choirs will find this piece to be a very worthwhile challenge.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverOn Christmas Night [level: Medium]
arr. B. Wayne Bisbee
voicing: SSA | catalog number: SBMP 289 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

The English traditional carol here arranged for women.



More Information | | Audio | Add to Cart
CoverOne River [level: Medium]
Christopher Fox
voicing: SA | catalog number: SBMP 1606 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: piano

The profound text uses the metaphor of a river that gives as it flows on its journey. The music gives all singers turns at delivering the melody making this special to sing.


More Information | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverOnly Light, Only Love [level: Medium]
arr. Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 840 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

The text, taken from a sermon by Martin Luther King, Jr.: “Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that. Hate multiplies hate, violence multiplies violence, and toughness multiplies toughness in a descending spiral of destruction.”

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverPadmapani [level: Medium]
Paula Foley Tillen | Sharon Hansen Choral Series
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 699 | price: $1.65
accompaniment: piano

Buddhist poet Thich Nhat Hahn’s poem, Lotus Bearer, is set to a hauntingly beautiful melody.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverPeace Like a River [level: Medium]
arr. Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 417 | duration: 3:50 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: piano

Arranged with dramatic flair and great sensitivity to the text.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
CoverPeace of Wild Things, The [level: Medium]
Joan Szymko
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 561 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: piano

Wendell Berry's poem offers respite from the "despair of the world" in the peace found in nature. Composer Szymko does an outstanding job connectng the music to the spirit of the text. A dramatic piece for women's choirs.

More Information | Audio | Audio | Video | Add to Cart
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.

More Information | | Audio | Video | Add to Cart




FEATURED NEW RELEASE
Just One Step
SSA
by Daniel Brinsmead