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A la Media Noche
Puerto Rican folksong - arr. Joan Szymko
The gals can really ring out on this festive arrangement. To be sung in Spanish, it will add a special merriment to the holiday concert.
SSAA - piano, flute, percussion
SBMP 304
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A La Ru
Hispanic Christmas Carol, arr. Paul Stuart
Treble choirs young and old will enjoy this setting of the Hispanic folk song. The text is in Spanish with an optional English version. In unison and two parts, the middle three-part a cappella section may be sung by the full choir, a smaller group, or a trio. A sprightly piano accompaniment lends great flavor to this arrangement.
SSA - piano or organ
SBMP 283
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Eastman Bach Children's Chorus, Karla Krogstad, conductor
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Alley Cat Love Song
Paul Carey
Hilarious goings on here. Fred, the Alley Cat, is quite the fellow. Audiences will adore this piece.
SSA - piano
Difficulty level: medium
Series: Sharon Hansen
SBMP 737
see and hear the music: Scorch CD recording available
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] performed by the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon A. Hansen, conductor
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African Lullaby
arr. Joan Szymko
The arranger cleverly weaves together two folk lullabies of African origin: the soothing African American song, “Angels Watching Over Me” and “Abiyoyo,” from the Bantu people of southern Africa. Choirs of all ages will enjoy this beautiful arrangement.
SSA - piano, hand drum
duration: 2:00
difficulty level: easy
SBMP 809
featured on the 2009 ACDA National Reading Session
see and hear the music: Scorch
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Alley Cat Love Song
Paul Carey
Hilarious goings on here. Fred, the Alley Cat, is quite the fellow. Audiences will adore this piece.
SSA - piano
Difficulty level: medium
Series: Sharon Hansen
SBMP 737
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] performed by the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon A. Hansen, conductor
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Agnus Dei
Rhona Clarke
Written for a choir of 600, the MISSA in all its sections can be sung by any size choir with a core group drawn from within the group. Fresh and artistic, the music is easy enough for a young choir, interesting enough for any age group.
SSA - piano
SBMP 423
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Agnus Dei
David Rossow
A possible companion piece to SANCTUS by David Rossow, AGNUS DEI offers the contrast with its slower tempo and quieter mood. Soaring melodic lines, this will be a wonderful addition to literature for the advanced women’s ensemble.
SSAA - piano/4 hands
duration: 3:20
difficulty: medium-difficult
SBMP 843
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hear the music [all rights reserved] Florida Atlantic University Women’s Chorus, Stacie Lee Rossow, conductor
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All My Trials
American folk song- arranged by B. Wayne Bisbee
The well-known American folk song is accompanied by a lilting piano part.
SSA - piano
SBMP 246
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Amazing Grace
arr. Joan Szymko
Rich textures, close harmonies, a fresh setting for the four-part women's choir.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 437
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And Nature Smiled
Allen Koepke
Girls love this inspirational song.
SSA - piano
SBMP 36
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Indianapolis Youth Chorale, Tim Brimmer, conductor
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Angels of the Wind
Allen Koepke
Written in the modern folksong style, Koepke's text uses the metaphor of the currents of the wind to point up the guiding forces in our lives.
SSA - piano and optional instruments (fl, ob, cl)
SBMP 202
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Arrow and The Song, The
Joshua Shank
Longfellow's poem about friendship is given dramatic, haunting treatment here. Simple but effective, and great to sing.
SSA - piano
SBMP 597
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Hopkins High School Bel Canto - conducted by Matthew Culloton
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Arrow and the Song, The
Nancy Grundahl
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s famous poem is giving sprightly treatment with a colorful piano accompaniment enhanced by a cello.
SSA - piano, cello
duration: 4:30
difficulty level: medium
SBMP 753
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Ave Maria
László Halmos (Hungary)
An eloquent setting of the familiar Ave Maria text. Halmos wrote this setting of the Ave Maria in homage to Zoltán Kodály to commemorate the centenary of the composer's birth. Latin text only.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 25
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] San Jose State University Choraliers, Charlene Archibeque, conductor
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Ave Maria
David N. Childs
Written in contemporary style, this setting will have special appeal to teenagers.
SSA - piano, flute
SBMP 222
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Girls' 21, Charlotte Adams, conductor ORDER HERE flute - SBMP 222.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE

Ave Maria
Joan Szymko
All the beauty of Renaissance vocal lines in a dramatic, contemporary setting. Conservative ranges will allow many age groups to enjoy this beautiful piece.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 292
see and hear the music hear the music [© all rights reserved] Sacramento Children’s Chorus, Lynn Stevens, conductor
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Ave Maria
David V. Montoya
Not your usual Ave Maria, composer Montoya brings new drama to this text. Each part is a masterpiece unto itself; the harmonies are contemporary and pleasing. A wonderful challenge for the mature women's ensemble.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 581
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Barter
René Clausen
An elegant, melodious piece set to a musical poem by Sara Teasdale. Choirs of all ages will enjoy singing this piece.
"Life has loveliness to sell all beautiful and splendid things...."
SSA - piano
SBMP 527
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] St Olaf College Manitou Singers, Sigrid Johnson, conductor ORDER HERE

Beauty of Your Dreams, The
Joan Szymko
Famous statements of Eleanor Roosevelt provide the text for this inspiring piece. The dramatic writing of Joan Szymko vividly brings the text to life. A special showpiece for the women's choir.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 564
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Before the Paling of the Stars
J. Edmund Hughes
Set to a text by Christina Rossetti, the handbells add color, and the composer cleverly sneaks in the melody of What Child is This to lend a traditional flavor to this new Christmas piece.
Before the paling of the stars,
Before the winter morn,
Before the earliest cock crow,
Jesus Christ was born:
Born in a stable,
Cradled in a manger,
In the world his hands had made
Born a stranger.
Jesus on his mother’s breast
In the stable cold,
Spotless lamb of God was he,
Shepherd of the fold:
Let us kneel with Mary maid,
With Joseph bent and hoary,
With saint and angel, ox and ass,
To hail the King of Glory.
SSA - piano or handbells
Duration: 2:30
SBMP 670
see and hear the music: Scorch
hear the music - midi recording
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Benedictus
by Johann Michael Haydn- edited by Michael Cleveland
Optional solos combine with a beautiful expression of the classic form to provide a piece with educational and musical value.
SAA - a cappella
SBMP 237
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h ear the music [© all rights reserved] Penisula Women's Chorus, Patricia Hennings, conductor ORDER HERE Benedizione Joan Szymko Inspired after a visit to Assisi, the composer uses as text the Italian version of the beloved Blessing of St Francis, “The Lord Bless You and Keep you.” The beginning and ending of the piece feature a beautiful unison melody; the middle section divides briefly into 4 parts for a dramatic contrast. SSAA - piano duration: c. 2:50 difficulty level: medium SBMP 799 featured on the 2009 ACDA National Reading Session see and hear the music: Scorch hear the music [© all rights reserved) Pleides, Joan Szymko, conductor ORDER HERE


Beside the Still Waters
Rollo A. Dilworth
A gospel feel shines brightly here in this tasteful setting of Psalm 23. Appropriate for concert or church use.
SSA - piano, optional percussion
SBMP 610
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Treble Choir, conducted by Mary Alice Stollak ORDER HERE

Bloom
Philip Silvey
Ah, spring! This piece celebrates the season and allows the chorus to bloom. The piano brings great life to the piece with its running eighth notes, eager to aide in the bloom of the season.
SSA - piano

SBMP 634
see and hear the music: Scorch CD recording available hear the music [© all rights reserved] Spring High School Chorale Women, Denise R. Eaton, conductor
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Blow, Blow, Thou Winter Wind
Emma Lou Diemer
Whisper chorus. The audience will be amazed by this very effective contrast for the December program. Can be performed by any group.
Any - a cappella
SBMP 122

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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Second movement from large work Feast for Christmas - SBMP 15
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Blow, Blow thou Winter Wind
Joan Szymko
The piano creates the rush of the wind while the voices match the many moods of the poem: somber, ironic, dancing, and finally jolly.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 428
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Brook Within, The
Joan Marie Andrews
The poem by Emiily Dickinson: "Have you got a brook in your little heart Where bashful flowers blow..."Women's choirs will love this beautiful piece.
SSA - piano
POD 456
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Call, The
Joan Szymko
The florid melodies of the treble choir add drama to the SATB choir's melodious and dramatic statement of the text. An exceptional piece for combining two choirs.
SSA/SATB - a cappella
SBMP 455
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Cantate Domino
Paul Ayres
Great bravado in this piece, a tour de force for the treble choir. Advanced children's choirs will love the challenge, and women's choirs will be delighted to discover a piece that shows off their skills as uniquely as does this high quality show-stopper piece.
SSA - piano
SBMP 526
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Children's Chorus, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor ORDER HERE

Cedar Swamp
Appalacian folk song - arr. Jay Broeker
Mr. Broeker has done it again! Great swinging fun abounds in this arrangement. The voices introduce the piece imitating the sound of a "mountain" fiddle.
SSA - piano
SBMP 442
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Univ. of St. Thomas Concert Choir Women, Angela Broeker, conductor ORDER HERE

Cielito Lindo
Mexican folk song - arr. Barbara Harlow
A favorite in Mexico and also in the United States, this folk song is to be sung in the original Spanish. The piano accompaniment strives to imitate the upbeat, rhythmic sound of a mariachi band. An optional scoring for mariachi band accompaniment is available.Suitable for any age treble choir. Also available for SATB.
SSA - piano; opt. 3 trpts., 3 guitars, bass
SBMP 567
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Come Pretty Love
Shaker tune arr. Joan Szymko
A modified round with added descant and hand clapping, this piece is loaded with excitement and spirit.
Three equal parts - a cappella
SBMP 492
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Credo
Rhona Clarke
Perform the Credo with the other sections of the Mass, or let it stand alone. Great drama here by the renowned Dublin, Ireland composer. English and Latin text. The piece was written for a huge choir with sections to be performed by a core group from within the larger group. It can easily be performed tutti throughout. Give the midi file created with oboes and piano a listen.
SSA - piano
SBMP 421
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Spanish traditional - ed. Ricardo Soto
The possibilities are numerous for this unison dance-like piece. Add a variety of instruments, use it as a procession, a concert opener or closer, a piece to surround your audience, with a tiny choir, or a huge choir. Great Spanish spirit. Directions for the instrumental ensemble are included in the choral score.


unison - optional instrument ensemble [Ostinato: suggested instruments are harp, guitar, strings, and handbells] [Melody: violin, flute, recorder or oboe] [Percussion: claves, congas, and finger cymbals]
SBMP 306
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] SCVA Honor Choir, Ricardo Soto conductor
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Dance on My Heart
Allen Koepke
A favorite with girls. This piece has often been used with honor choirs.
SSA - piano
SBMP 34
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Girls 21, Cherry Creek High School, Charlotte Adams, conductor singers learn the music ORDER HERE

Dicen que me case yo
David Montoya
They say I should marry;
But, I don't want a husband, no...
A fun, artistic piece which may be sung a cappella or with guitar accompaniment.
SSA - opt. guitar, finger cymbals
SBMP 592
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] James Madison High School Chorale Women, Edie Cooksey, conductor
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Dona Nobis Pacem
J. S. Bach - arr. Nancy Grundahl
One of Bach's most gorgeous melodies skillfully set for treble choir.
SSA - piano
SBMP 471
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Down in the Valley to Pray
African-American spiritual, arr. Michael Cleveland
This spiritual was featured in the movie, "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" For the film, the title and text was changed to Down to the River to Pray. To be sung with great fervor , the melody is in the pentatonic mode.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 477
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Du bist du Rhu
Franz Schubert, arr. Peter A. Eklund
A beautiful, romantic song composed by Schubert for solo voice, now tastefully arranged for three-part women. To be sung in German. Note: the correct tempo marking is eighth note = 76 as demonstrated in the midi recording.
SSA, duration: 3:00
difficulty level: medium
series: Peter A. Eklund
SBMP 767
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Et in terra pax
Joan Szymko
Based on the lydian mode, this is a show piece for the advanced treble choir.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 493
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Eu e Vocé
Brazilian folk song, arr. J. Edmund Hughes
Great rhythmic fun and involvement are possible in this delightful arrangement. The voices play a big part in the quasi-instrumental rhythm, and are optionally joined by finger snaps, lap slaps, and hand claps in a rhythmic interlude that could also incorporate the audience and rhythm instruments.
SSA - piano
Duration: 3:10
Difficulty level: medium
SBMP 710
see and hear the music: Scorch
see the music - PDF file
hear the music - MIDI recording sans percussion
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Every Night When the Sun Goes In
arranged Paul Epp
The blues trumpet adds great color and interest to this special arrangement.
SSA - piano, trumpet
duration: 4:00
difficulty level: medium
series: Janeal Krehbiel
SBMP 848
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] performed by the Lawrence Children’s Choir, Janeal Krehbiel, conductor
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Everything She Touches
Joan Szymko
The composer's creativity never ceases to amaze. She discovered the Wiccan text for this piece when researching the triple goddess, Brigid, for a Celtic ritual Imbolc (Candlemas) choral presentation. Wicca relies heavily on ancient Celtic symbols, beliefs and celebrations) Her notes explain: The Goddess Triad archetype is found in many ancient Indo-European cultures, as well as in some mythologies of Africa and Asia.
She is the woman who weaves the night sky
Watch her go see her fingers fly!
She is the weaver and we are the web
She is the needle and we are the thread.
Watch her go see her fingers fly!
She changes everything she touches
and everything she touches changes.
The composer tells us the piano plays the role of the Goddess -- flying, weaving, touching and changing the seasons of our lives. It is indeed a special piano part requiring a fine player. The vocal parts, by comparison, are quite easy.
SSA - piano
Duration: 4:40
Difficulty level: medium - low ranges for all parts
SBMP 738
see and hear the music: Scorch
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Pleiades, Joan Szymko, conductor
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Fine Sally
American folksong- arr. Bill Erickson
A light-hearted setting of this American folksong about the courting of Fine Sally. Verses in one, two and three parts offer a variety of vocal experiences for the treble choir; the Glockenspiel adds color to the performance of this piece.
SSA - piano, optional glockenspiel
SBMP 05
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Freedom Come
Ben Allaway
[movement 5 from Bandari] In the style of a South African freedom song.Easy choral writing and a narrator soloist provide an uplifting experience. The words may be altered to suit the occasion, be it Christmas or a special celebration. The music builds to a dramatic climax. Wonderful way to close a program.
SSAA - a cappella, conga drums
SBMP 133 - also available in SATB or SSAA
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Già il sole dal Gange
Scarlatti - arr. Robert Sieving
A favorite solo art song tastefully and musically arranged in three parts. To be sung in Italian; a pronunciation underlay is included. For all ages of treble choirs.
SSA - piano
SBMP 571
see and hear the music: Scorch hear the music [© all rights reserved] ACDA of Minnesota 2006 Anacrusis Girls (7th & 8th grade) Honor Choir, Dina Else, conductor
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Gloria
Nancy Hill Cobb
A majestic GLORIA, this would be a terrific opener or closer for a concert. A fine flute player is needed for this dramatic part which soars above the choir.
SSA - piano, flute
SBMP 578
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hear the music - Midi Recording ORDER HERE flute part - SBMP 578.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE He’s Gone Away American folk song, arr. Cathy DeRousse The violin is an active participant in this charming setting of the favorite folk song. SSA - piano, violin duration: 2:20 difficulty level: easy SBMP 787 see and hear the music: Scorch hear the music [© all rights reserved] Women of Centenary College Camerata, Julia Thorn, conductor ORDER HERE violin part - SBMP 787.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE
Healing River
Fred Hellerman, arr. Sheena Phillips
The versatile composer is renowned in the world of folk music for his association with the Weavers, that legendary group of the fifties and sixties who received an honorary Grammy in 2006. Sheena Phillips created a splendid choral arrangement of this moving piece; it is also available for SATB.
SSAA - a cappella
duration - 4:00
SBMP 681
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High Flight
Karen Robinson
The poem was written by a young pilot in 1941—it has been called the most famous aviation poem ever written.
POEM
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings;
Sunward I’ve climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth
Of sun-split clouds—and done a hundred things
You have not dreamed of—wheeled and soared and swung
High in the sunlit silence. Hov’ring there
I’ve chased the shouting wind along, and flung
My eager craft through footless halls of air.
Up, up the long delirious, burning blue,
I’ve topped the windswept heights with easy grace
Where never lark, or even eagle flew—
And, while with silent lifting mind I’ve trod
The high untresspassed sanctity of space,
Put out my hand and touched the face of God.
The composer is very in tune with the message of the poem—an inspired piece.
SSA or TTB - piano
duration - 4:45
SBMP 704
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Allegro Con Brio of the Allegro Community Children's Choir in Kansas City, Christy Elsner, conductor
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Hodie
Joan Szymko
The opening unison chant is first contrasted by vigorous rhythmic sections, then developed with masterful weaving of the vocal line. A must for outstanding treble choirs.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 356
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Hodie
Nancy Hill Cobb
Another winner from Nancy Hill Cobb. Unison, two-parts, and cadential three-parts lend variety. All ages of treble choirs will enjoy this piece.
SSA - piano
SBMP 501
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Children's Chorus, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor ORDER HERE

Hold On
American spiritual - arr. Jay Broeker
Treble choirs will delight in the opportunity to indulge in this program winner. Percussion and bass join the a cappella singing which begins quietly and innocently, and builds to a dramatic flair at the ending.
SSAA - bass and percussion
SBMP 321
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Los Angeles Children's Chorus, Anne Tomlinson, conductor ORDER HERE

How Can I Keep from Singing
arr. Scott Farthing
Discover this extra special setting of this favorite. Composer Farthing uses the piano to create unique harmonic interest and a flowing accompaniment. This piece found great approval from outstanding choirs before its publication.
SSA - piano
SBMP 407
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How Can I Keep from Singing
arranged by Neil Ginsberg
Composer Ginsberg gives the Quaker hymn a beautiful, sensitive treatment; the piano accompaniment is artfully conceived and adds greatly to the composition.
SSA - piano
SBMP 223
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How Can I Keep from Singing
David Bridges
This is not the folk song! The composer has reached dramatic, new heights, creating fresh music for the familiar text.
SSA - piano
duration - 5:00
difficulty: medium
series: Sharon Hansen
SBMP 859
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Performed by the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon A. Hansen, conductor
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I Am Not Yours
David N. Childs
A flowing piano accompaniment supports a tender love song with text by Sara Teasdale. Women's choirs will delight in this piece.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 568
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I Dream a World
Joan Szymko
Poem by Langston Hughes
The famous text is set to a beautiful melody with a dramatic buildup midway emphasizing the powerful meaning herein. Suitable for all ages of treble choirs; some unison, some 2 part, and some 4 part writing.
SSAA - piano

SBMP 613
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] The Pacific Youth Choir, Mia Hall Savage, conductor ORDER HERE

I Know Where I'm Goin'
Irish folk song, arr. Neil Ginsberg
The traditional Irish folk song is given a foot-tapping treatment here by a rhythmic accompaniment to go along with the beautiful song. Choirs will want to speculate just what "handsome, winsome Johnnie" looks like after they see the cover art for this one.
SSA - piano
SBMP 285
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I Know Where I'm Going
Scottish folk song - arr. Christopher T. Lewis
The non-traditional harmonies of the piano accompaniment, along with the arranger's creative stretch for the melody, make this a totally new setting of this beloved folk song.
SSAA - piano
Duration - 3:50
SBMP 618
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] The Brigham Young University Singers, Dr. Ronald Staheli, conductor ORDER HERE
I Lift My Eyes
Joan Szymko
A provocative text combining the sentiment of Psalm 121 (I lift my eyes to the hills), with a quote from the Vietnamese Buddhist Monk Thich Naht Hanh (I am solid as a mountain). The composer opens the piece with a beautiful unison melody set to the biblical text. In typical Szymko style, we are treated to a dramatic exploration of the theme, a harmonization of the original melody, and finally a strong statement to end the piece. Not difficult, this piece will be an interesting challenge for teenagers through mature adults.
SSAA - piano
duration: 3:30
SBMP 658
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Viriditas, Joan Szymko, conductor hear the music - midi recording ORDER HERE

I've Been 'Buked, Children!
traditional spiritual, arr. Rollo A. Dilworth
A spiritual with a real life story. The percussion sets the tone and plays up the drama. Bound to be a huge winner.
SSA - piano, percussion
SBMP 547
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Children's Choir, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor ORDER HERE percussion part - SBMP 547.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE

In My Quiet Place
Joan Szymko
Word painting inspired by a profound, tho simple text. The marimba adds color. Number two in the set of three titled THIS WONDERFUL FEELING.
SSAA - marimba - $1.40
SBMP 362
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Belle Voci Women's Vocal Ensemble, Margaret Green, conductor ORDER HERE

Instruments of Praise
Allen Koepke
A dramatic setting of Psalm 150 suitable for concert or church use.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 156
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Girls 21, Cherry Creek High School, Charlotte Adams, conductor
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Iraqi Peace Song
traditional Iraqi song, arr. by Lori Tennenhouse (based on a vocal setting by Norwegian performer, Knut Reiersrud)
The song is a lullaby, that universal culture of feeling shared between mother and child. Accompanied by a cello, the piece opens with a hauntingly beautiful solo sung in the original Arabic (a transliteration is in the score.) The piano joins and then the choir, singing first the theme about international peace in English, then moving on to the Arabic. A listen to the recording will quickly demonstrate the intrigue of this piece.
SAA/alto solo - cello, piano, dumbek
duration: 5:30
difficulty level: easy
SBMP 794
featured on the 2009 ACDA National Reading Session
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Grand Rapids Women’s Chorus, Lori Tennenhouse, conductor
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It Takes a Village
Joan Szymko
The familiar African saying, "It takes a village to raise a child," is given African-style treatment. A great closer, this piece is a proven audience favorite.
SSAA - percussion
SBMP 328
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hear the music (SATB version) [© all rights reserved] Stetson University Choir, Duncan Couch, conductor ORDER HERE

Jubilant Song, A
James McCray
A stunning showpiece, this piece has been performed by choirs of all ages.
SSA - piano, vibraphone
SBMP 31
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Girls 21, Cherry Creek High School, Charlotte Adams, conductor ORDER HERE

Jubilate Deo
Nancy Hill Cobb
Unison, two-part, and three-part writing make this a fun piece to both learn and to sing. A gloriously jubilant setting of this text.
SSA - piano

SBMP 622
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Jubilate Domino
Rhona Clarke
The creative Irish composer has created a stunning setting of Psalm 100. In Latin and English, both advanced children's choirs and women's choirs will love this piece.
SSA/SA duet - organ or piano
SBMP 410
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Kling, Glöckchen, Kling! (Ring, Little Bells, Ring)
German Christmas Carol - arr. Robert Sieving
CHRISTMAS
Absolutely charming, especially so if wind accompaniment is used.
SSA - piano, optional winds
SBMP 189
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] The Manitou Singers of St Olaf College, Sigrid Johnson, conductor
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Koowu
Maryam Khoury
In Arabic, Koowu means strength. As a child, Maryam Sameer Faheem Khoury’s father told her stories about the difficulties he experienced growing up in Palestine. Koowu is about how different her life would be if her father had not moved to the United States. The text of Koowu is symbolically about a caged bird who longs to fly away and find freedom. The modality of the melody hints at the composer’s roots; the addition of a dumbek (drum) adds its own authenticity to the ethnic leanings of the piece. A colorful, unique addition to women’s repertoire.
SSA - a cappella, dumbek
duration - 5:40
SBMP 695
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CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Performed by the Women of the Northern Arizona University Shrine of the Ages Choir, Edith Copley, conductor
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Kyrie
by Johann Michael Haydn- edited Michael Cleveland
Optional solos combine with a beautiful expression of the classic form to provide a piece with educational and musical value.
ed. by Michael Cleveland
SSA - piano
SBMP 236
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Penisula Women's Chorus, Patricia Hennings, conductor ORDER HERE

Kyrie
James McCray
A melodic setting that is sure to please. Not difficult.
SSA - keyboard
SBMP 113
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] So. California Children's Chorus, Lori Loftus, conductor ORDER HERE

Kyrie and Gloria
Rhona Clarke
A fresh take on the Kyrie and Gloria by the renowned Dublin, Ireland composer. Great drama not usually found in treble pieces. English and Latin text. Not difficult. The piece was written for a huge choir with sections to be performed by a core group from within the larger group. It can easily be performed tutti throughout. Give the midi file created with oboes and piano a listen.
SSA - piano
SBMP 420
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Kyrie eleison
Randall Johnson
The musicality of this piece is excellent, with the harmonies and rhythms giving it a contemporary feel.
SSA - piano
duration- 2:50
series - Rachel and Randy Stenson
SBMP 887
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Lacrymosa
Mozart, arr/ed M. Cleveland
From Mozart's REQUIEM. Scored originally for mixed choir and strings, composer Cleveland has created a beautiful setting for four-part treble chorus with keyboard accompaniment. SSAA - piano
SBMP 297
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Lake Song
Paul Carey
Set to a picturesque, thought provoking text by Colette Inez, the plaintive melody is joined by an artistic, colorful piano accompaniment. An unusual, beautiful piece for women.
SSA - piano
duration: 4:00
difficulty: medium easy
series: Sharon Hansen
SBMP 831
see and hear the music: Scorch
hear the music [© all rights reserved] the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon A. Hansen, conductor
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Laudate Pueri
Nancy Hill Cobb
Unison, two-part, and finally three-part writing combine with an excellent supportive and colorful accompaniment to make an outstanding concert piece. An optional conductor score and instrumental parts extend the accompaniment to piano, flute and cello.
SSA - piano opt flute, cello
SBMP 396
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Leise Rieselt der Schnee
Eduard Ebel, arr. Robert Sieving
A gorgeous Christmas piece that will appeal to treble choirs of all ages. Sing it in the original German or in English.
SSA - piano, C instrument
SBMP 593
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Nebraska Children's Chorus Cantori Choir, Sharon M. Smith, conductor ORDER HERE

Let Us Praise the Lord
Lloyd Pfautsch
A joyful setting of Psalm 136 enhanced by the instrumental accompaniment.
SSA - keyboard, flute, hand drum
SBMP 215
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Life's Loveliness
David N. Childs
Sara Teasdale's beloved poem, BARTER, is set to a beautiful melody with a flowing accompaniment. Suitable for treble choirs of all ages. Medium difficulty.
Life has loveliness to sell,
All beautiful and splendid things,
Blue waves whitened on a cliff,Soaring fire that sways and sings,
And children's faces looking upHolding wonder like a cup.
SSA - piano
SBMP 551
see and hear the music CD recording available hear the music [© all rights reserved] Stetson University Women's Choir, Andrew Larson, conductor ORDER HERE

Lo, How a rose e're blooming
arr. J. Edmund Hughes
Composer Hughes has combined a thirteenth century plainsong with the fifteenth century German carol for a fascinating result. In English
SSAA- a cappella, optional handbells
SBMP 198
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Lord's Prayer, The
David N. Childs
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.
SSA - piano/flute
SBMP 224
see and hear the music ORDER HERE Lorica Joan Szymko 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. SSAA - piano, flute duration: 2:20 difficulty level: medium SBMP 800 see and hear the music: Scorch ORDER HERE flute part - SBMP 800.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE

Love's Philosophy
David N. Childs
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.
SSAA - piano
Duration - 3:40
SBMP 628
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Smith College Chorus, Deanna Joseph, conductor ORDER HERE Love will make the spirit grow
Two Shaker songs, arr. John F. Campbell
An inspirational piece combining LOVE IS LITTLE and SIMPLE GIFTS. Excellent melodic interest in all parts. Easy.
SSA - piano
SBMP 558 see and hear the music: Scorch
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maggie and milly and molly and may
Joan Szymko
Always stylish and highly creative, composer Szymko has great fun with this E. E. Cummings poem.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 588
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Viva Voce! Jean S. Applonie, conductor
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Magnificat
Donald Kendrick
Following the unison plainchant opening, Kendrick provides a dramatic setting of the text utilizing both rhythmic variety, and the feel of the plainsong.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 185
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Schola Cantorum, Donald Kendrick, conductor
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Magnificat
Nancy Hill Cobb
A magnificent, stirring, upbeat setting of the Magnificat. Much of the writing is in two parts, inviting treble choirs of all ages to experience this fine piece.
SSAA - piano or organ with optional percussion; wind ensemble accompaniment also available
duration - 7:15
SBMP 674
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hear the music (this recording is with organ/percussion) [© all rights reserved] Performed by the Rhodes College Women’s Chorus, Mona Kreitner, conductor
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Marchin' to Freedom
Rollo A. Dilworth
Swing out with this exciting piece that takes us on a vigorous march climaxing with the beloved spiritual OH FREEDOM.
SSA - piano
SBMP 497
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Children's Chorus, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor
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Mary's song of praise
Cristine Temple-Evans
The beautiful, original writing of this setting of the Magnificat combines reflective devotion with heartfelt drama
SSAA - a cappella
duration: 3:45
difficulty: medium
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Melodijas
Peter Barisons- ed. Vance Wolverton
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.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 167
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Michael Row the Boat Ashore
American folk song - arranged by Neil Ginsberg
A contemporary setting in the folk mode.
SSA - piano
SBMP 235
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Miraculous Music
Veroslav Newman
SSA - piano or recorder
SBMP 311
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Sumpersky Children's Choir, Alis Motyl, conductor ORDER HERE

MISSA BREVIS
Kristina Vasiliauskaite, Lithuania
Treble choirs will delight in this marvelous Missa Brevis by Lithuanian composer Kristina Vasiliauskaite. Conservative ranges, melodic choral writing, fresh, tasteful settings of the texts that only someone as talented as this writer from the Baltic region could produce make this Missa Brevis a treasure. Medium difficulty.
SSAA - keyboard
Kyrie/Gloria
SBMP 263
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Calif. State University at Fullerton Women's Choir, Vance Wolverton, conducto ORDER HERE
Sanctus/Agnus Dei
SBMP 264
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Missa St. Aloysii - RENTAL ONLY
Johann Michael Haydn, ed. Michael Cleveland
A beautiful 30 minute Missa Brevis for the women's choir by a master of this art form from the classic period.
SSA/sop., alto soloists - keyboard
SBMP 398
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Credo - see the music
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Benedictus - see the music
Agnus Dei - see the music
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Moon is Distant from the Sea, The
David N. Childs
A best selling piece in its SATB version, the choral conductor in Ireland who ultimately provided the recording requested that David Childs set this for treble voices. This piece promises to be a favorite of treble choirs.
SSAA - piano
Duration: 3:40
Difficulty level: medium
SBMP 719
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Loughside Chamber Choir, Ireland, Judith Watson, conductor
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Morning Moon
Philip E. Silvey
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.
SSA - piano
SBMP 406
see and hear the music: Scorch CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Allegan High School Women of Chamber Choir, Philip Silvey, conductor
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Music in My Mother’s House
Stuart Stotts, arr. Marilyn Epp
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.
SSAA - piano
duration - 3:50
difficulty level - medium
series - Janeal Krehbiel
SBMP 880
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Lawrence Children’s Choir, Janeal Krehbiel, conductor
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Music, the Spirit of Life
David N. Childs
Commissioned by the Kentucky Music Educator’s Association for the 2008 Women’s All State Honor Choir, this is a dramatic show piece for the treble choir.
SSAA -piano; optional wind ensemble (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn in F)
duration: 7:10
difficulty level: medium
SBMP 785
Optional wind ensemble conductor’s score: SBMP 785.1
Wind ensemble parts: SBMP 785.2
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Musica Dei donum optimi
Antonin Dvorak, arr. by Robert Sieving
This piece for violin and piano, Romantische Stücker, 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.
SSA - piano
duration: 2: 40
difficulty: medium
SBMP 858
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Eastview High School Women’s Chorale, Apple Valley, MN., Judy Sagen, conductor
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My God is So High
spiritual, arr. Nancy Grundahl
A sprightly spiritual for the treble choir. Lots of interest in each vocal part, and a robust, rhythmic piano part.
SSA - piano
SBMP 513
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Riverside Singers, conducted by Nancy Grundahl
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My Lagan Love
Irish folk song, arr. Paula Tillen
The hauntingly beautiful melody is enhanced by a dramatic, flourishing violin, with harp-like chords coming from the piano. The melody is first stated by the soprano soloist, and in conclusion, by the choir.
SSAA/sop. solo - piano, violin
Duration: 3:00
Difficulty level: medium
SBMP 720
Series: Sharon Hansen
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hear the music - MIDI recording
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Nada te turbe
Joan Szymko
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.
SSAA - cello
SBMP 334
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Tascosa High School Women's Choir, Billy Talley, conductor
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O Frondens Virga
Kevin Jay Isaacs
The Latin text by Hildegard von Bingen inspired chant-like writing for the women. The violin and piano add great harmonic interest to the beautiful vocal lines. A fascinating, very dramatic piece.
SSA - piano, violin
duration - 6:10
difficulty level - medium
series - Matthew and Michael Culloton
SBMP 885
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Luther College Pike Kor, Sandra Peter, conductor
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On Wings of Gladness
David N. Childs
Set to a beautiful contemporary poem titled JOY, Childs has created another piece with gorgeous melodies that women’s choirs will love.
SSAA - piano, flute
duration: 6:50
difficulty level: medium
SBMP 818
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Only Light, Only Love
Joan Szymko
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.”
Composer Szymko shows her skill and compassion with the artistic setting of this powerful text.
SSAA - a cappella
duration: 4:30
difficulty level: medium
SBMP 848
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Padmapani
Paula Foley Tillen
Buddhist poet Thich Nhat Hahn’s poem, Lotus Bearer, is set to a hauntingly beautiful melody.
SSAA - piano
duration - 4:20
SBMP 699
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Performed by the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon Hansen, conductor. Note: The accompaniment was revised after the recording was made.
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Peace Like a River
arr. Joan Szymko
Arranged with dramatic flair and great sensitivity to the text.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 417
see the music CD recording available hear the music [© all rights reserved] Belle Voci Women’s Vocal Ensemble, Margaret Green, conductor
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Peace of Wild Things, The
Joan Szymko
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.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 561
see the music CD recording available hear the music [© all rights reserved] Belle Voci Women's Vocal Ensemble, Margaret Green, conductor
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Pie Jesu
Brian Holmes
The traditional Pie Jesu text is joined here by a metaphoric Emily Dickinson poem. A solo French horn (or clarinet or cello) adds color to this setting which utilizes unison, two and three part writing. Any age treble group will find this beautiful, novel setting a fine addition to their repertoire.
SSA - French horn, or clarinet, or cello
SBMP 279
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Nebraska Children's Chorus Cantori Choir, Sharon M. Smith, conductor
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cello - SBMP 279.3 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE

Poor Wayfarin' Stranger
American folk song - arr. Shane Warby
A beautiful arrangement written for the Brigham Young University Women's Chorus.
SSAA/solo - a cappella
SBMP 418
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Brigham Young University Women's Chorus, Tracy Turek Warby, conductor ORDER HERE

porky & porkie
Neil Ginsberg
The whimsy of e.e.cummings is very fresh and fun in this piece. Published also for SATB, it is bound to be a favorite of treble choirs.
SSA - piano
SBMP 506
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Potter’s Clay
Paul Fowler
A fascinating piece for the advanced women’s choir. The text by Naomi C. Rose was inspired by Tibetan culture; the potter’s clay is likened to the life as it changes day to day. The piece opens with the intonation of a mantra, the latter becoming the thread that dramatically ties the piece together.
SSSSAA - a cappella
duration: 3:40
difficulty level - difficult
series - Sharon Hansen
SBMP 860
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon A. Hansen, conductor
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Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi
David N. Childs
At the request of his fans, Childs has transformed his SATB version into a delightful new setting for the treble choir. Simply beautiful.
SSA - piano, violin or flute
SBMP 401
see and hear the music ORDER HERE voilin or flute - SBMP 401.1 - $5.00 - ORDER HERE
Purple Night
Joan Szymko
Composer Szymko had great fun with this the third piece of the set titled THIS WONDERFUL FEELING. The word painting is extensive and highly dramatic, the conclusion rousing supported by the marimba and the percussion instruments.
SSAA - marimba, maracas, egg shakers
SBMP 363
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Belle Voci Women's Vocal Ensemble, Margaret Green, conductor ORDER HERE

Quiet Land of Erin, The
arr. Judith Watson
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. Easy.
SSA - piano, viola
SBMP 553
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Rain Come Down
Shawn Kirchner
This song tenderly and poignantly addresses the need for healing after a loss. The folk style will appeal to all.
SSA - piano
duration: c. 4:00
SBMP 669
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hear the music - midi recording
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Rise Up My Love
Timothy Snyder
The Song of Solomon text is arguably the most eloquent expression of love found in literature. This setting of the text employs a contemporary style piano accompaniment. The vocal writing is as elegant as the text, yet well within reach of the average ability choir.
SSA - piano
SBMP 93
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Roses, The
Joan Szymko
"A rose is a rose is a rose" of the opening phrase contains all the words that are used in this song. The accordion accompaniment adds to the unique style of the piece. A great closer. The composer has created an optional piano part to replace the accordion.
SSAA - accordion
SBMP 293
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Viriditas, Joan Szymko, conductor ORDER HERE

saboo
Joan Szymko
Playful, colorful. The opening piece of a set of three titled: THIS WONDERFUL FEELING.
SSAA - marimba
SBMP 361
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Belle Voci Women's Vocal Ensemble, Margaret Green, conductor ORDER HERE marimba - SBMP 361.1 - 25.00 - ORDER HERE

Sanctus
Rhona Clarke
Written for a choir of 600, the MISSA in all its sections can be sung by any size choir with a core group drawn from within the group. Fresh and artistic, the of 600, the MISSA in all its sections can be sung by any size choir with a core group drawn from within the group. Fresh and artistic, the music is easy enough for a young choir, interesting enough for any age group.
SSA - piano
SBMP 422
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Sanctus
Mozart, arr. M. Cleveland
The gorgeous Sanctus from the Mozart REQUIEM tastefully arranged for four-part women's voices.
SSAA - piano/opt. timpani
SBMP 448
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Sanctus
David Rossow
Rhythm and excitement abound here. Vigorous and dance-like, this piece is especially suited for the larger choir.
SSAA - piano/4 hands - percussion
duration: 1:55
difficulty level: medium
SBMP 842
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hear the music [all rights reserved] Florida Atlantic University Women’s Chorus, Stacie Lee Rossow, conductor
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Schlafe, mein Liebster (Sleep, My Beloved)
J. S. Bach, arr. Tandy C. Reussner
From Bach’s CHRISTMAS ORATORIO, thus beautiful lullaby may be sung in German or English. There is but one sentence of text, and much of the piece is in unison. The elegant piece provides a striking contrast for a seasonal program, or any time of the year.
SA or TB - piano or organ
duration: 2:05
difficulty level: medium
series: Janeal Krehbiel
SBMP 813
see and hear the music: Scorch
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Lawrence Children’s Choir, Janeal Krehbiel, conductor - recording coming soon
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She Walks in Beauty
David N. Childs
Set to a poem by Lord Byron, melodist David Childs has created a piece equal to the beauty of the text.
SSAA - piano, oboe
SBMP 435
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Simple Gifts
American folksong - arr. Amy Dalton
The traditional Shaker hymn is given a fresh, appealing treatment. The Brigham Young University Women's Chorus premiered it, recorded it, and loved it. You will too. Hear their performance on The Santa Barbara Music Publishing promotional CD, Octavos 2.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 302
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Brigham Young University Women's Chorus, Amy Dalton, conductor ORDER HERE

Sing and Dance for Joy
Robert Jager
A sophisticated piece that is not difficult. Young choirs will love the challenge, and mature choirs will find great expressive possibilities in this fine piece.
SSA - piano
SBMP 484
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Michigan State University Children's Choir, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor ORDER HERE

Smieklis Man
Aldonis Kalnins- ed. Vance Wolverton
The lively music and amusing text of Smieklis Man will appeal to children of all ages. As you might surmise from the title, the piece is punctuated by outbursts of laughter, but it also contains a nasty little secret about "Johnny's boots" that gives rise to various animal sounds! File this little gem under "choral scherzo."
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 165 see the music CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Calif. State University at Fullerton Women's Choir, Vance Wolverton, conductor ORDER HERE

Snow by Morning
Joshua Shank
A musical, whimsical poem meets with a highly imaginative young composer: the result is magic.
SSA - piano
SBMP 445
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Luther Colllege Cantorei, Christopher Moan, conductor ORDER HERE

Some of These Days
spiritual, arr. Paul Rardin
All three voice parts get a turn at the melody. This easy, but highly stylized arrangement, will appeal to all treble choirs.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 478
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Song of Ruth
David N. Childs
David Child's fans will be pleased to discover this beautiful, melodic piece. A tender love song.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 539
see the music CD recording available hear the music [© all rights reserved] Stetson University Women's Choir, Andrew Larson, conductor
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Speak to the Child of Love
Allen Koepke
Allen Koepke was commissioned to write this piece for Sr. Ann Mary Wagner of Rosary High School Glee Club, Auora, Illinois because her singers enjoyed his other SSA titles and were eager for another. Koepke again shows his talent to write an inspiring text and interesting music for young women.
SSA - piano
SBMP 96
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Jefferson High School Women's Choir, Carol Tralau, conductor singers learn the music ORDER HERE

Star-Spangled Banner
John Stafford Smith- arr. Nina Gilbert
Wow your audiences with this stunning arrangement.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 194
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Steal Away
spiritual - arr. J. Edmund Hughes
The traditional spiritual is joined by the liturgical Kyrie chant for a stunning concert piece.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 429
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Sulle Mulle
Alo Ritsing- ed. Vance Wolverton
The last thing I expected to find in Estonia was Barbershop-style singing, but that is exactly what "Sulle Mulle" is. The infectious dotted rhythm of the soprano melody is underlaid by an equally infectious rhythmic ostinato in the alto parts. "Sulle Mulle" should be sung with great gusto and highly exaggerated pronunciation for optimal effect. (Also available for TTBB.)
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 190
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] CSUF women's Choir, Vance Wolverton conductor ORDER HERE Super flumina Babylonis David N. Childs A special a cappella show piece for the treble choir. SSAA - a cappella duration: 4:55 difficulty level: medium SBMP 797 see and hear the music: Scorch ORDER HERE

Tantum Ergo
Corin Overland
A beautiful setting with arching phrases and delicate feeling.
SSAA - a cappella
POD 378
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Telemarketing Blues
Paul Rardin
A fun, show-stopper of a blues piece.
SSA - piano
SBMP 214
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Smith College Glee Club, Jonathan Hirsh, conductor, Clifton J. Noble, Jr. Piano ORDER HERE

There Are No Farewells
Joan Szymko
The May Sarton text receives sophisticated treatment. For the advanced women's ensemble. SSAA - piano/opt. inst. ensemble (string quartet plus flute with piano or piano, violin and cello)
POD 427
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This We Know
Joan Szymko
"This we know, the earth does not belong to us. We belong to the earth."
Composer Szymko creates great drama with choir and instruments as they deliver the inspiring text by Chief Seattle.
SSAA - ob or fl, cello
SBMP 333
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Three Japanese Folksongs
arr. Misuzu McManus
The Japanese American composer chose three delightful, contrasting folksongs. Beautiful melody, fun rhythms, and humor all are present. A bit of staging, perhaps a dancer, could add an additional dimension to this excellent set.
SSAA - piano, fl or ob, bell
SBMP 523
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Three Nightsongs
Joshua Shank
1. Evening
2. Moonsong
3. Water
Youngster poet Hilda Conkling's poems see the world through fresh eyes; Joshua Shank discovers the beauty of her poetry and composes with fresh ideas. A wonderful marriage of text and music.
SSA - piano
SBMP 598
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Hopkins High School Bel Canto - conducted by Matthew Culloton
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'Tis a Gift
American folksong - arr. Nancy Grundahl
Written to be sung in the round, all parts are easy, yet weave together to form an interesting fabric that works well in a spatial setting.
SSA - a cappella
SBMP 472
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To Know the Dark
Joan Szymko
The composer paints a musical picture with this setting of a Wendell Berry poem. The piece begins dramatically with a reading of the short but poignant poem above a quiet choral underlay that creates the mysterious mood of the dark.
SSA - piano - SBMP 754
duration: 2:40
difficulty level: mediuim see and hear the music: Scorch see the music: PDF CD recording available hear the music [© all rights reserved] Pleiades, Joan Szymko, conductor ORDER HERE Trio from the Magic Flute W.A. Mozart, arr. Robert Sieving A wonderful opportunity for singers to experience the magic of music from a Mozart opera. A very effective piece, without being overly difficult. SSA - piano duration: 5:40 difficulty level: medium Series: Mary Alice Stollak SBMP 802 see and hear the music: Scorch ORDER HERE
Tum Balalayka
Russian Yiddish folk song, arr. Marjan Helms
A stirring arrangement of the famous folk song. Helms has added the option of strings bringing even greater drama to the piece.
SSA - piano, optional string quintet (vln. 1, 2, vla., cello, bass)
duration - 4:00
SBMP 697
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hear the music (piano & strings) [© all rights reserved] Performed by The Michigan State University Treble Choir, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor
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Turn Around
Greene, Reynolds, Belafonte, arr. René Clausen
Made famous by Harry Belafonte, this poignant song about a girl quickly growing up will be a favorite of high school and women's choirs.
SSA - piano
SBMP 542
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] University of Kentucky Women's Chorus, Lori Hetzal, conductor
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Variations on a Theme by Rilke
Joan Szymko
Mature women's choirs will delight in the challenge of this piece set to a marvelous poem by Denise Lovertov.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 294
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Elektra Women's Choir, guest conducted by Joan Szymko ORDER HERE

Varpas
Kristina Vasiliauskaite- ed. Vance Wolverton
The singer in "Varpas" is filled with sadness from an unspoken cause. She believes that her depression will be dispelled if she can only ring the bell in the tower. The composer has utilized an undulating melody in common time supported by unexpectedly rich triadic progressions to portray the tolling bell.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 142
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Viriditas
Joan Szymko
Hildegard of Bingen, author of the text, defined Viriditas as "greening power"-the creative force that is inherent in all life. Composer Szymko inspired by this text, set it in a joyful style, combined with some moments of awe and reflection. Suitable for the mature chorus.
SSAA - a cappella
POD 295
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Elekta Women's Choir, Joan Szymko, conductor ORDER HERE

Vivos Voco
Joan Szymko
The text consists of Virtutes, literally, "moral virtues," the name given to the short statements inscribed (primarily in Latin) on church tower bells in medieval times. Bells rang outward, chasing away the evil spirits that were believed to hover over the rooftops, and upward, as prayers to the heavens. Not only were church bells rung to ward off evil spirits, but to protect the faithful from storms, fires, human enemies and disease.

VIVOS VOCO I call the living
FLEO MORTUA I cry for the dying
MORTUOS PLANGO I wail for the dead
CONSOLO VIVA I console the living
DISSIPO VENTOS I disperse the winds
COMPELLO NUBILA I drive away the overcast of the sky

The composer has provided great drama with handbells ringing high above the choir, as well as the piano doing its best to be imitative of bells. A very dramatic piece that is excellent for the large choir.
SSAA - piano, handbells
Duration - 5:40
SBMP 615
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Chorissima of the San Francisco Girls Chorus, Dr. Susan McMane, conductor
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Wade in the Water
Traditional spiritual, arr. Marion Verhaalen
The arranger weaves a subtle, flowing accompaniment into the fabric of this arrangement, breathing new life into this spiritual. The solid vocal writing can stand alone without the piano should the need or the spirit of the moment demand.
SSAA - optional piano
duration - 4:00
SBMP 690
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hear the music (sung a cappella) [© all rights reserved] Performed by the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon Hansen, conductor
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Waly, Waly
Joan Szymko
At times woven like a tapestry, other times in rich harmonic texture or simply in unison, this is a masterful setting of this long-time favorite Scottish ballad.
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 364
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Centenary Choir, Julia Thorn, conductor ORDER HERE

Wana Baraka
Kenyan folk song, arr. Shawn L. Kirchner
An upbeat Kenyan religious folk song that will be a concert favorite. The arrangement builds with great excitement leading to an extensive rhythmic play on the word alleluya. Also available for SATB.
SSA div. - a cappella
SBMP 554
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Water is Wide, The
arr. John F. Campbell
With a 3-3-2 meter, the arranger has breathed fresh life into this longtime favorite. Suitable for all ages of treble choirs.
SSA - piano
SBMP 461
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Wade in the Water
Traditional spiritual, arr. Marion Verhaalen
The arranger weaves a subtle, flowing accompaniment into the fabric of this arrangement, breathing new life into this spiritual. The solid vocal writing can stand alone without the piano should the need or the spirit of the moment demand.
SSAA - optional piano
duration - 4:00
SBMP 690
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hear the music (sung a cappella) [© all rights reserved] Performed by the Milwaukee Choral Artists, Sharon Hansen, conductor
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Weep No More
David N. Childs
The famous John Keats text is set in a contemporary style high school and college choirs will love.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 249
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Haltom High School, Haltom City, TX., Amy Allibon conductor
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When I Think of You
Laura Farnell
The composer adapts two famous poems of Sara Teasdale to create this beautiful, tender love song.
SSA - piano
duration: 4:40
difficulty level: mediium
Series: Janeal Krebiel
SBMP 743
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Lawrence Children’s Choir, Janeal Krehbiel, conductor
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Wing Away
Joan Szymko
A re-release with some revisions. Swing out with this one. Great fun and not as tricky as it looks. Let the midi file be your guide. Listen to it and you will want to try this one!
SSAA - a cappella
SBMP 606
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Winter, Snow
Carol Barnett
A dramatic piece. Artful use of the voice illuminates the text. SSA - piano
SBMP 586
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] The Michigan State University Treble Choir, Mary Alice Stollak, conductor ORDER HERE

With Beauty
Nancy Grundahl
Treble choirs of all ages will LOVE this song. Six minutes in duration, this piece makes a powerful statement starting with a quiet Indian chant introduction, moving to a canon set to a Native American text, and concluding with drama that builds during three verses of FOR THE BEAUTY OF THE EARTH.
SSAA - piano
SBMP 519
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hear the music [© all rights reserved] Riverside Singers, conducted by Nancy Grundahl
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Ye Jaliya-o
Joan Szymko
From the notes by the composer:
I am an admirer of traditional West African music, with its direct simplicity and wonderful rhythmic complexity. I have composed an original piece of music with text excerpts from “The Pulse of Life” by Catherine De Vinck interwoven with the dominant Lambango lyric:
“Ye Jaliya-o, Allah le ka Jaliya da”
Oh music, God created music.
The “you are the heart, you are the sound....” “Pulse of Life” chant begins as an undercurrent that rises and falls until it overtakes the piece. The rhythms in this piece are clearly African influenced, as is its tonality. The raised fourth (C sharp) is characteristic of Sauta, one of the kora traditional tunings. The kora is a 21 string harp-lute played by the griots as a lead instrument.
SSA div. - percussion
Difficulty level: medium
SBMP 734
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CD recording available
hear the music [© all rights reserved] Pleiades, Joan Szymko, conductor
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You Are the Music
Joan Szymko
Inspired by the sensitive, imaginative text, the composer has painted a glorious picture with soaring melodies, building to a dramatic climax, supported along the way by an artistic piano accompaniment. Wonderful for the large choir.
SSAA - piano
duration: 4:45
difficulty level: medium
SBMP 804
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