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CoverLady in the Water, The [level: Medium]
Eric William Barnum | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 765 | duration: 4:25 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The shimmer of the water can be heard as the choir opens this piece. The beautiful melody rises above to tell the tender story of this love song. Listen to the piece come alive in the recording created by the high school choir that commissioned this piece.

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CoverLark, The [level: Medium]
Felex Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, ed. Kenneth Hannaford | Charlene Archibeque Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 244 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

Both the original German and delightful new English texts are provided. Judicious expressive markings by the editor are clearly marked in the score as editorial.

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CoverLaudate Dominum [level: Medium]
Nancy Hill Cobb
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 386 | duration: 2:00 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

A great festival or concert piece. Rhythmic, exciting and well designed, a winner.



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CoverLeap Free of the Cage [level: Medium]
Connor J. Koppin
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1474 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

The text by Rumi offers a profound metaphor for living. The composer illuminates this with the music taking flight as it leaps freely. A colorful, exciting piece is the result.

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
RELEASED: August 2023
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1749 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella

A Spiritual Song from the Luo people of Kenya, Professor David Akombo has created a joyful and highly-accessible arrangement  for a cappella SATB choirs. Perfect for developing voices and young ensembles, with conservative vocal ranges and many teachable moments. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again! A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the score by the arranger. 

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
RELEASED: February 2024
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1775 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella, see below notes for optional percussion

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and many teaching moments that make it great for choirs of all ages. A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the octavo. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again!

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CoverLemoga Aming’a [level: Easy]
arr. David O. Akombo
RELEASED: February 2024
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 1776 | duration: c. 2'19 | price: $2.60
accompaniment: a cappella, see below notes for optional percussion

A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and many teaching moments that make it great for choirs of all ages. A phonetic pronunciation guide and word-for-word translation of the Luo language is provided in the octavo. Fun to rehearse and perform, your choirs will want to sing this one again and again!

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CoverLife Has Loveliness to Sell [level: Medium]
David Dickau | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 922 | duration: 3:50 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

The beloved poem by Sara Teasdale gets delightful treatment by composer Dickau. Not sure the choral world needed another setting of this text, the publisher found this one to be irresistible with its soaring melodies and great charm. Conservative ranges and little divisi make this piece accessible for many choirs.

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CoverListen to a Jubilant Song [level: Easy]
Tim Sarsany | Peter A. Eklund Choral Series
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 500 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: a cappella

The antiphonal second choir echoes choir one, a four-part homophonic middle section adds contrast. A resounding piece for the male choir.

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CoverListen to a Jubilant Song [level: Easy]
Tim Sarsany | Peter A. Eklund Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 511 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

The antiphonal second choir echoes choir one, a four-part homophonic middle section adds contrast. A good opener for a concert.

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CoverLIsten to a Jubilant Song [level: Medium]
Tim Sarsany
voicing: SSAA | catalog number: SBMP 1107 | duration: 1:40 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

A Walt Whitman text inspired this dramatic piece. It lends itself to interesting staging possibilities as it begins with an antiphonal second choir echoing choir one. Next a four-part homophonic middle section adds contrast, then it concludes with a dramatic recapitulation of the opening. This would be a special opener for a concert.

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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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CoverLocus iste [level: Medium]
Daniel Brinsmead | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1102 | duration: 4:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

Hauntingly beautiful, rich harmonies and arching melodies bring great color and drama to this Latin text.

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CoverLong Time Trav’ling [level: Medium]
Sacred Harp Tunes, arr. Abbie Betinis | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. / ten. duet | catalog number: SBMP 702 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

This piece is a real musical trip! Adding excitement to the choral rendition are two tenors who join in at the beginning as they ride high-flying above the choir. Reflecting the shape-note performance tradition, the composer next cleverly weaves solfege syllables into the fabric of the tunes; and in one section, we hear the distant sounds of a chain gang creating an underlay to the song. There’s a whole lot happening here. Singers will love this piece.

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CoverLove Bade Me Welcome [level: Difficult]
Daniel Brinsmead | Nathan J. Kreitzer Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1269 | duration: 5:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

Impressive and special are the adjectives that come to mind for this piece. The composer has become known for his ability to create a beautiful, meaningful piece. This one does not disappoint.

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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.

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CoverLullay My Liking [level: Medium]
Michael Fairbairn | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
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voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 1091 | duration: 4:20 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

A hauntingly beautiful setting of the 15th century text, this will be a special highlight on a Christmas program.

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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.

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CoverMangisondele Nkosi Yam [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Barrett
voicing: SATB - A B solos | catalog number: SBMP 1421 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

The title translates Let Me Be Nearer My Lord, the piece a traditional praise and worship song from the Zulu culture. Two soloists open the piece with a call followed by a response from the choir. Dramatic and powerful, the piece builds, with a rhythmic section at its center. For an authentic performance view the Tuks Camerata performance on YouTube.

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CoverMangisondele Nkosi Yam [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
voicing: TTBB -Bar/Bass solos | catalog number: SBMP 1612 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

The title translates Let Me Be Nearer My Lord, the piece a traditional praise and worship song from the Zulu culture. Two soloists open the piece with a call followed by a response from the choir. Dramatic and powerful, the piece builds, with a rhythmic section at its center.

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CoverMary, What You Gonna Name
that Pretty Little Baby?
[level: Medium]
arr. Laurie Betts Hughes | Giselle Wyers Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 920 | duration: 3:05 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

Number three of Three Mary Carols, the special charm of this set is in great evidence here.

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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.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Agnus Dei [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 268 | duration: 1:00 | price: $2.05
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Gloria [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 266 | duration: 1:15 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Kyrie [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 265 | duration: 1:30 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa Brevis in Honorem Beatae Mariae Virginis: Sanctus, Benedictus [level: Medium]
Kristina Vasiliauskaite | Baltic Series edited by Vance Wolverton
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 267 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

From Missa Brevis in Honorem Beata Maria Virginis, a stunning work for the Christmas season. The movements are published separately, each one of them capable of standing alone.

Kyrie - SBMP 265
Gloria - SBMP 266
Sanctus/Benedictus - SBMP 267
Agnus Dei - SBMP 268

Below recording contains all four movements.

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CoverMissa de Cinque Terre [level: Difficult]
Jacob Narverud
voicing: SAATBB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1464 | duration: 20:00 | price: $12.95
accompaniment: a cappella

This five movement mass, set to the traditional Latin text, is dramatic in its creative approach. Inspired by famous villages in Italy, it reflects their unique beauty with colorful choral writing that builds to the final glorious Agnus Dei.

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CoverMornings [level: Medium]
Carson Cooman
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1230 | duration: 2:12 | price: $1.95
accompaniment: A Cappella

The poem by Henry David Thoreau suggests that there are mornings when the world begins anew. A delightfully fresh piece, as bright as a new day, it could make an interesting companion piece to one of the many pieces available about evenings.

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CoverMusica animam tangens [level: Medium]
Joshua Shank
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 487 | duration: 5:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Winner of the 2003 ACDA Student Composition contest, this piece is indeed a winner. Young composer Shank brings freshness and vitality to his music along with a sophistication beyond his years.

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CoverMy Grandfather’s Clock [level: Medium]
arr. MB Krueger | Robert J. Ward Choral Series
voicing: TTBB - TB solos | catalog number: SBMP 1394 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.10
accompaniment: a cappella

Great tick-tock fun this one. A tenor soloist first tells the tale before the tune moves through the choir, only to be reiterated by a low bass. A great closer or encore, this is guaranteed to get a big round of applause.

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CoverMy Lord Good Lord [level: Medium]
Judy A. Rose
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1625 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

Dramatic in its gospel style, this piece could be the highlight of a program.

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CoverMy Soul Is a River [level: Medium]
Ben Allaway
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 535 | duration: 3:20 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

Poet/composer Ben Allaway adds his own thoughts to a biblical verse and creates a spiritual that swings with a strong message of hope.

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CoverMy Soul Is Awakened [level: Medium]
Brad Burrill | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 711 | duration: 3:00 | price: $2.10
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.

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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.

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CoverMy Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord [level: Medium]
arr. Stacey V. Gibbs | Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1213 | duration: 4:00 | price: $2.50
accompaniment: a cappella

Gibbs pulls out all the stops on this blockbuster arrangement. Great closer!

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CoverNada Te Turbe [level: Medium]
Andrew Steffen
RELEASED: February 2023
voicing: TBB | catalog number: SBMP 1708 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: percussion - Shekere, Conga Drums, Bass Drum

Use as a processional or anywhere in your program as a statement piece. With conservative ranges, captivating vocal lines, and hypnotic percussion support, Tenor-Bass choirs will feel empowered singing this entrancing work. Translated as “let nothing trouble you”, the beautiful Spanish text invites us all to reflect and take assurance in a larger entity that will assuage our troubles.

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CoverNda wana [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
voicing: SATB - T solo | catalog number: SBMP 1389 | duration: 1:55 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: djembe

This song can be seen as a game. It starts off with a single voice part and as the “game” or song progresses, it becomes more complex. It is accompanied by traditional hand clapping and African drums. The piece has a natural build in dynamic and texture as the music is layered with each new entry. It promises to be an exciting addition to a program.

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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!

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CoverNdikhokhele Bawo [level: Medium]
arr. Michael Barrett | Cameron LaBarr Choral Series
voicing: SATB div. | catalog number: SBMP 1318 | duration: 4:10 | price: $2.20
accompaniment: percussion

Composer Barrett is getting quite the reputation for his excellent arrangements of native African music. Always true to the original source, this piece is no exception. In this setting optional solos can add to the drama of the performance.

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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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CoverNoche de Paz [level: Medium]
arr. César Carrillo | Jerry McCoy Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 184 | price: $2.00
accompaniment: a cappella

A tasteful setting of Silent Night with Spanish text.

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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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CoverNorwegian Alleluia [level: Medium]
Kim André Arnesen | Joel Rinsema Kantorei Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1393 | duration: 3:10 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The word Alleluia gets elegant treatment in this beautiful piece. The bass anchors the music, while each of the three upper voices have their turn with melodies.

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CoverNow Our Meeting’s Over [level: Medium]
arr. Jocelyn Hagen | Matthew and Michael Culloton Choral Series
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 969 | duration: 3:30 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The pentatonic melody of this upbeat piece has been skillfully arranged making it a fine addition to the concert literature. The ranges are suitable for the mature choir.

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CoverO Captain! My Captain! [level: Medium]
Jonathan Rippon
RELEASED: January 2022
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1652 | price: $2.40
accompaniment: a cappella

Walt Whitman’s famous text is creatively set to music by British composer Jonathan Rippon in a fresh, modern a-cappella style where the voices serve as the accompaniment to the haunting melody. Perfect for the Sea-Shanty craze, this piece contains elements of nautical themes and musical imagery where each voice part is featured throughout. Moderate ranges and little divisi make this a great choice for high school and collegiate choral ensembles.

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CoverO Come Emmanuel [level: Medium]
arr. Daniel Schreiner
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 1504 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

This is an extraordinary arrangement. Book-ended by solos, it is rich in creativity and will be the hit a of a Christmas program. Add drama to your concert by staging this to reflect the structure of the music, thereby creating a visual effect to support the aural.

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CoverO Come Emmanuel [level: Medium]
arr. Terry Schlenker
voicing: SATB | catalog number: SBMP 392 | duration: 5:45 | price: $2.15
accompaniment: a cappella

The advanced choir will thrill to this highly dramatic and creative setting.

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CoverO Come, O Come Emmanuel [level: Medium]
arr. Mark D. Templeton
voicing: TTBB | catalog number: SBMP 891 | duration: 4:30 | price: $2.25
accompaniment: a cappella

A stunning setting of this favorite for the advanced male ensemble. Sing it in English or Latin.

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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.

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