Noah Greenberg : English Medieval and Renaissance Songbook

Review: This treasury of 47 vocal works - edited by Noah Greenberg, founder and former director of the New York Pro Music Antiqua - will delight all lovers of medieval and Renaissance music. Containing a wealth of both religious and secular music from the 12th to the 17th centures, the collection covers a broad range of moods, from the hearty 'Blow thy Horne thou Jolly Hunter' by William Cornysh to the reflective and elegiac 'Cease Mine Eyes' by Thomas Morley.

Songlist: Crist and Saint Marie, Man Mei Longe, Worlds Blis Ne Last, Jesu Cristes Milde Moder, Edi Beo Thu Hevene Quene, Sumer is Icumen In, Alleluya Psallat, Angelus Ad Virginum, Beata Progenies, Alas Departynge is Ground of Woo, Sancta Maria, Sanctus, Deo Gracias Anglia (The Agincourt Carol), Nova, nova, Nowel Syng We Bothe Al and Som, Quid Petis O Fili, With Owt Dyscorde, O My Hart, A Robyn Gentil Robyn, Blow Thy Horne Hunter, Gloria, Agnus Dei, Salvator Mundi, Susanna Fayre Sometime Assaulted Was, Emendemus in Melius, When First by Force of Fatall Destenie, About the May Pole, Leave Alas This Tormenting, Cease Mine Eyes, I Goe Before My Darling, and more

Noelle Mann : Russian Sacred Music for Choirs

Review: This collection of 27 Russian sacred choral works was compiled and edited by Russian music scholar and choral director Noelle Mann, who was curator of the Prokofiev Archive at the Centre for Russian Music, Goldsmiths College.

Songlist: A Mercy of Peace, Bless the Lord, O My Soul, Blessed is the Man, Cherubic Hymn, Do Not Reject Me in My Old Age, Gentle Light, I Cry Aloud With My Voice Unto The Lord, It Is Truly Meet, Let My Prayer Arise, Lord, Save the Faithful, Many Year, Our Father, Praise the Name of the Lord, Rejoice, O Nicholas, Great Wonderworker, Rejoice, O Virgin Mother of God, Sacred Love, The ever-vigilant Mother of God, The Great Doxology

Norman Luboff : A Cappella Arrangements 1

Review: The Norman Luboff Choir became one of the leading choral groups in the world, recording a wide variety of music on more than seventy-five LPs and touring yearly from 1963 to 1987. As an educator, Mr. Luboff was in much demand, guest conducting all-state, clinic, and festival choirs of every description in the United States and abroad. Here's a wonderful collection of fun a cappella arrangements from the maestro himself.

Songlist: Baloo Lammy, Ben Franklin Sez, Black Is the Color, Go to Sleepy, Much More Ado About Nothings (Collection), Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen

Norman Luboff : A Cappella Christian Arrangements

Review: A collection of sacred music from one of America's greatest choral directors.

Songlist: Ezekiel Saw De Wheel, Flow My Tears, The Lord's My Shepherd, The Meeting of the Waters, Psalm 150, The Proverbial Contradictions of Life (Collection), Reflections

Ola Gjeilo : A Cappella Compositions

Review: The music of Manhattan-based Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo (b. 1978) has been performed and recorded in more than 30 countries worldwide in venues such as New York's Carnegie Hall, Los Angeles' Disney Hall, Philadelphia's Kimmel Centeri, Washington DC's Kennedy Center and National Gallery, as well as the Copenhagen and Oslo Opera Houses. His music has been featured on PBS and radio stations across the US. "The Spheres" - This movement is the beginning of a Mass called Sunrise, and, according to its composer, it is to "be performed with the sense of floating in space." A fine challenge for accomplished high school choirs and beyond! The setting uses the Latin Kyrie Eleison text. "Phoenix" - Written for larger, mature choirs, Gjeilo uses the Latin "Agnus Dei" text as support for this symphonic-sounding choral work. With its beautiful color, intonation and phrasing, it is a great choice for advanced high school, college and beyond. "Northern Lights" - Set to the Latin "Pulchra es amica mea" text from Song of Solomon, this easy-to-prepare composition is a great selection for high school, church and community choirs. With music inspired by the aurora borealis atmospheric lights, this song will render a most impressive performance

Songlist: Tota Pulchura Es, Northern Lights, The Spheres, Phoenix

Orlando Gibbons : Five English Anthems

Review: The choral music of Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625) is unusual among his Tudor contemporaries for being all in English (as far as we know), and is of the very highest quality. This collection provides an excellent value and includes five examples of the work of this rare genius: Almighty and everlasting God; Drop, drop slow tears; Hosanna to the Son of David; Lift up your heads; O Clap Your Hands.

Songlist: Lift Up Your Heads, Drop Drop Slow Tears, O Clap Your Hands, Almighty And Everlasting God, Hosanna To The Son Of David

Oscar Escalada : Latin American Choral Series

Review: A wonderful collection of contemporary Latin American choral music selected by noted Argintian conductor and composer Oscar Escalada. "La Chaparrita " is a brisk Venezuelan folk melody and is fun to sing and includes the vocal imitation of a typical pattern played on a "cuarto". "Candomble", from Uruguay, is written in a rhythm very close to the tango and the habanera. "La Ninez De America" is based on a poem of Argentinian poet Alberto del Carril and is inspired by the Incas. "Cancion Con Todos " is a two-part song based on two different rhythms. The first part is calm and recognizes each area of the Americas with characteristic elements such as copper for Chile, sun for Peru etc. The second part is rhythmic and exultant with the hope of bringing all the peoples of Latin America to sing together!

Songlist: La Chaparrita, Candomble, Cancion Con Todos, Se Equivoco La Paloma (The Dove Was Wrong), La Ninez De America

Ovid Young : Gaither Classics A Cappella

Review: From Gaither Music Company comes this dynamic collection featuring four classic songs from the pen of Bill and Gloria Gaither. Titles include Jesus is Lord of All, Peace Shall Come, Every Eye Shall See and Come, Holy Spirit. Ovid Young, known as one of the leading choral arrangers in church music today, originally created these arrangements for the worship services at the Gaither's Indianapolis Praise Gathering. After receiving many comments and requests, we have for the first time made these outstanding arrangements available to you. These are challenging, yet accessible arrangements that will greatly enhance your worship service. Includes a second volume of songs which includes More Of You, Gentle Shepherd, I Believe, Help Thou My Unbelief and Peace, Be Still. Designed to compliment and strengthen your worship services.

Songlist: I Believe, Come Holy Spirit, Help Thou My Unbelief, More Of You, Peace, Be Still, Gentle Shepherd, Jesus Is Lord of All, The Cross Made The Difference Medley, I'll Worship Only at the Feet of Jesus

Owain Park : Sing to Me, Windchimes

Review: Sing to me, windchimes was commissioned by Louth Choral Society in 2017 following a bequest made by Gill Fraser, member of the Choir from 2001-2014. It was first performed by Louth Choral Society in St James's Church, Louth, Lincolnshire, on Sunday 22 April 2018, conducted by Owain Park and accompanied by David Parker. The work sets text by Lyva Marty, A. E. Housman, Stella Benson, Alice Meynell and Sara Teasdale.

Owain Park : The Spirit Breathes

Review: Commissioned by St Mark's Anglican Church, Niagara-on-the-Lake in celebration of its 225th anniversary. First performed at St Mark's Anglican Church, Niagara-on-the-Lake on 15th July 2017 by the Choir of Trinity College Cambridge directed by Stephen Layton.

P.D.Q. Bach - Peter Schickele : Madcap Madrigals

Review: A whimsical collection of original madrigals written by the maestro of classical mirth. Your ensemble will have as much fun singing them as the audience does listening.

Songlist: My Bonnie Lass She Smelleth, Four Curmudgeonly Canons, The Queen to Me a Royal Pain Doth Give, O Little Town of Hackensack, Throw The Yule Log On, Uncle John, Good King Kong Looked Out, Two Hearts, Four Lips, Three Little Words

Paris Rutherford : Jazz Standards

Review: Paris Rutherford is a regents professor in jazz studies at the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton, Texas, where he coordinates vocal jazz studies and directs UNT Jazz Singers. A sought-after clinician in vocal jazz, Rutherford has over eighty vocal jazz arrangements in publication and here we have a collection of his a cappella arrangements. From the quiet beauty of the lyrics to the shimmering vocal textures, Paris Rutherford's setting of this classic Kurt Weill song "Lost In The Stars" will create a wonderful concert moment. Ideal for vocal jazz groups, madrigal ensembles and concert choirs. Jazz lovers will truly enjoy this wonderful a cappella setting of "Detour Ahead". Interesting harmony and well-crafted vocal lines makes this tune particularly enjoyable. "This Is All I Ask" is a jazz standard recorded by all the greats in a superb a cappella setting for vocal jazz and concert groups alike. Wonderful for developing blend and balance.

Songlist: Lost In The Stars, The Very Thought of You, I Got It Bad (and That Ain't Good), Yesterdays, This Is All I Ask (Beautiful Girls Walk A Little Slower), Detour Ahead, Lost In The Stars

Parker / Shaw : Favorite American Spirituals

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Songlist: Deep River, Don't Be Wary, Traveler (Merel Young), Goin' To Set Down An' Rest Awhile (Merel Young), Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, Walk Together Children

Patrick M. Liebergen : Light in the Darkness

Review: Light in the Darkness is a unique Tenebrae service, offering a unique blend of classical music, passion hymns and new songs. The result is a moving service of worship and remembrance for Lent, which will provide your church and community with a perfect manner in which to usher in the season of resurrection and renewal. The work captures the poignancy and drama of Holy Week through compelling music and narrative, with artful, yet singable arrangements. 30 minutes. Available: SATB, Instrumental Pak (Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra), ChoirTrax CD.

Songlist: Beautiful Savior, Lord Of Salvation, Crucify Him!, Final Prayers At The Cross, Lord Of Sorrow, Lord, We Adore And Bless You, O Lamb Of God, Most Holy, O Sacred Head Surrounded, Prelude, What Love!, When I Survey The Wondrous Cross

Paul Brandvik : Complete Madrigal Dinner Booke

Review: This very informative Madrigal Dinner kit includes a teacher's manual covering "everything" you ever wanted to know about a Madrigal Dinner. Includes organization, publicity, costuming, music, scripts, make up, staging, lighting, food service, etc. etc. Nineteen pages of repertoire and music sources are divided into categories and form perhaps the finest Madrigal Dinner list ever compiled. The kit also includes two separate and different dinner scripts, plus 24 pages of hitherto unpublished Madrigal Dinner music. A great fundraiser!

Songlist: Definition, Goals, Food Service, Dates, Place, Division of Duties, Publicity, Tickets, Seating and Programs, Script, Dramatic Direction, Make-Up, Lighting, Staging, Costumes, Types and Styles of Music, Ceremonial Music for the Royal Court, The Concert by the Royal Court, Rehearsals and Style, Repertoire Lists and Sources

Paul Hillier : English Romantic Partsongs

Review: 30 nineteenth-century partsongs for unaccompanied SATB including classics of the genre and lesser-known gems. The book includes a full introduction and critical notes by the editor.

Paul Hindemith : Kanons

Review: These canons now published for the first time document Hindemith's fondness of composing little parodistic works with a wink on certain occasions. More than 30 artistic postcard-sized works were written by the composer. In strict counterpoint, he used them to convey season's greetings, congratulations on birthdays and anniversaries, and thanks to friends, colleagues and cultural institutions. Some of these witty and entertaining pieces have been released on recordings several times, but they have not been available in printed editions yet. Our first edition now enables every choir and every small singing group to find a canon of the appropriate level of difficulty and perform it on many occasions with great success with the audience.

Songlist: 30 Kanons

Paul Hindemith : Nine Short Songs for American School Songbooks

Review: In print here for the first time. Choir a cappella. Hindemith composed these more than 30 artistic postcard-sized works to convey season's greetings, congratulations on birthdays and anniversaries, and thanks to friends, colleagues and cultural institutions. English text.

Songlist: The Spider's Web, Romance, Rain, Prayer For a Pilot, April Rain, Thrush Song, A Rain Song, The Sea Gypsy, Young and Old

Paul Hindemith : Six Chansons

Review: A nature-themed collection for unaccompanied mixed voices.

Songlist: La Biche (The Doe), Un Cygne (A Swan), Puisque tout passe (Since all is passing), Printemps (Springtime), En hiver (In Winter), Verger (Orchard)

Paul Ladd Jr. : A Choir Book for Easter

Review: Adapt the core repertoire of the season to match your resources and available rehearsal time. Contains unison, 2/3 equal, 2/3/4 mixed voice, accompanied and a cappella arrangements of the classics-pick the version that suits your needs or create varied arrangements by choosing stanzas from various settings. Includes chant, spirituals, chorales, Praetorius, Byrd, Lassus, Bach, Willan, and numerous others, including French, Italian, English, and Mexican carols.

Paul Mealor : A Tender Light

Review: A Tender Light is a collection of new choral music by the Welsh composer Paul Mealor, including the Ubi caritas, made famous by its inclusion in the Royal Wedding Ceremony of Prince William and Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey in April 2011. 2.5 billion people (the largest audience in broadcasting history) heard his Motet on that day and since then it has topped the Classical singles charts in the USA, UK, Australia, France and New Zealand and has already entered the standard repertoire for many choirs. For singers wanting to explore further the music of Mealor, this book also contains the luminous She Walks in Beauty, the contemplative O vos omnes and the madrigal sequence Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal. Locus iste and Ave Maria are modern yet timeless settings of well-known texts. This is a must-have collection for any mixed voice choir wanting to explore the latest and best in choral repertoire.

Songlist: She Walks in Beauty, Locus iste, Ave Maria, Ubi caritas

Paul Mealor : And Let the Waves Bear Witness

Review: And Let the Waves Bear Witness is written for SATB voices and set to two poems on love and empowerment.

Songlist: And Let The Waves Bear Witness

Paul Mealor : Ave Maria

Review: Paul Mealor's setting of this popular text for SATB divisi chorus unaccompanied. Marked as Adagio, molto espressivo, the work features a rich, full harmonic palette, with unique melodic motifs on the word Maria, and a full dynamic range.

Songlist: Ave Maria

Paul Mealor : Celtic Heart

Review: Celtic Heart is a work by Paul Mealor for SATB Choir and Piano. Composed for James D. Moyer and the Pennsbury High School Choirs, the work sets text by Robert Burns, Thomas Moore, as well as a traditional Welsh lullaby. A full performance of this Vocal Score lasts around 7 minutes.

Paul Mealor : Crucifixus

Review: Crucifixus by Paul Mealor is presented here in a version for baritone solo, SATB choir and piano accompaniment. Crucifixus was commissioned by the Sound Festival, and premiered by the National Youth Choir of Scotland, the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland Futures Ensemble with baritone soloist Jeremy Huw Williams, conducted by Christopher Bell at St Machar Cathedral, Aberdeen on 11 November 2012. Instrumental parts on hire.

Paul Mealor : Crucifixus

Review: Crucifixus by Paul Mealor is here presented in a version for baritone solo, SATB choir and organ accompaniment. Instrumental parts on hire.

Paul Mealor : Jubilate Deo

Review: Jubilate Deo is a work by Paul Mealor for SATB choir and orchestra, commissioned by Distinguished Concerts International New York and first performed by the choir and orchestra of DCINY at Carnegie Hall, New York, on 15th February 2016. This is the full score with orchestral parts, and a full performance lasts around 3 minutes.

Paul Mealor : Locus Iste

Review: Commissioned by the University of Aberdeen to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the consecration of King's College Chapel and premiered by Polyphony, conducted by Stephen Layton. For SATB divisi chorus unaccompanied.

Songlist: Locus Iste

Paul Mealor : Missa Sancta Maria Tota Bona (Mass for St. Marylebone)

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Paul Mealor : Now Sleeps the Crimson Petal

Review: Four madrigals on rose texts for unaccompanied SATB (with divisi). Commissioned by John Armitage Memorial and first performed by the joint choirs of the University of St. Andrews Chapel Choir, University of Aberdeen Chamber Choir and the Edinburgh University Chamber Choir, conducted by Michael Bawtree.

Songlist: Now Sleeps The Crimson Petal, Lady, When I Behold The Roses Sprouting, Upon A Bank With Roses About, A Spotless Rose

Paul Mealor : Requiem

Review: Scored for SATB choir, tuned wine glasses, three percussionists and strings, here is a 40-minute work incorporating traditonal Requiem texts along with original, contemporary texts. It was written to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. The 10-movement work utilizes divisi in all voice parts and the singers are required to use their full vocal ranges and emotions.

Paul Mealor : Symphony No. 1 'Passiontide'

Review: Symphony No.1 'Passiontide' is a work by Paul Mealor for solo soprano and baritone, SATB choir and orchestra. First performed on 19th November 2015 at St. Machar's Cathedral, Aberdeen, a full performance of this work lasts around 70 minutes. This is the vocal score. Part I is in Latin, Part II is in English. Orchestra score and parts available on rental.

Paul Mealor : The Farthest Shore

Review: SATB with piano reduction. Full score also available (item 14042904).

Paul Mealor : The Paul Mealor Collection - Favorite Anthems and Partsongs

Review: A collection featuring several of Paul Mealor's most popular works, as well as some of his more recent pieces, arranged for SATB choir. This collection follows the matching folio to the bestselling Decca album.

Songlist: Ave verum, Blessing, How Beautiful Upon the Mountain, I am the gentle light, I Pray, In My Dreams, Let All the World, She walks in beauty, Sleep On, With a Friend Like You, Ubi caritas, Wherever you are

Paul Mealor : The Seabury Mass

Review: This work was first performed at St Andrew's Cathedral, Aberdeen, on Friday 14th November 2014, with the cathedral choir, conducted by Professor Andrew Morrisson.

Paul Mealor : The Selwyn Service (Magnificat and Nunc Dimitis)

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Paul Mealor : To Seek Where Shadows Are

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Paul Mealor : Ubi Caritas

Review: Paul Mealor's setting of the Latin hymn, Ubi Caritas, was composed for the royal wedding of Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton and first performed by the Choirs of Westminster Abbey and Her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St. James' Palace, conducted by James O'Donnell, at the wedding service at Westminster Abbey.

Songlist: Ubi Caritas

Paul Paviour : Broadway Remembered

Review: Broadway Remembered, by various composer's is a medley of "Hits of the Day before Yesterday" arranged by Paul Paviour for SATB a cappella Choir.

Songlist: The Lullaby of Broadway, 42nd Street, Manhattan, Stars Fell on Alabama, Give My Regards to Broadway

Paul Spicer (editor) : English Pastoral Partsongs

Review: These settings, breathtaking in their simplicity and beauty, reflect and confirm the wide view of English music in the first half of this century: the selections, by Delius, Holst, Howells, Ireland, Vaughan Williams, and Warlock--and others--uniquely give the choral sound and the imagery of nature. English Pastoral Partsongs nicely compliments other Oxford secular choral anthologies: English Romantic Partsongs, The English Glee, and English Madrigals.

Songlist: My Spirit Sang All Day, I Praise The Tender Flower, Haste On, My Joys!, In The Wilderness, The Splendour Falls n he Castle Walls, To Daffodils, Devotion, How Can The Heart Forget Her?, This I Have Done For My True Love, Dream Tryst, The Scribe, The Hills, Love Is A Sickness, O Mistress Mine, Three Shakespeare Songs, Full Fathom Five, The Cloud-Capp'd Towers, Over Hill, Over Dale, Silence And Music, Soft Music, The Spring Of The Year

Paul Winter : Missa Gaia (Earth Mass)

Review: Now available separately: the first time in print! The Paul Winter Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) was first performed in 1981 in the New York's Cathedral of St. John the Divine and is a contemporary ecumenical celebration of the Earth. Featuring the Consort's signature lyrical melodies with African, Brazilian and American gospel traditions it interweaves wolf, whale and harp seal voices with those of the choir. May be performed in both liturgical and concert settings. Publications available: SATB score, Sound Cues CD (animal voices) and Instrumental Score and Parts for Soprano Sax, Oboe/English Horn, Cello, Piano, Organ, Guitar, Bass and Percussion. Total Performance Time: Approx. 36 minutes.

Pawel Lukaszewski : Two Lenten Motets

Review: Includes: Memento mei, Domine and Crucem tuam adoramus, Domine.

Pawel Lukaszweski : Nunc Dimittis

Review: Pawel Lukazewski is a Polish composer specialising in sacred and choral music. His works have been performed all around the globe, and he has won awards for his work including first prize at the Frederic Chopin Academy of Music Competition for Arrampicata. Nunc Dimittis was written for Stephen Layton and the Choir of Trinity College in Cambridge.

Songlist: Nunc Dimittis

Pepper Choplin : Our Father

Review: It is rare to find a major non-seasonal cantata with such power and meaning. The Lord's Prayer forms the foundation of this creative worship experience. With highly original music and thoughtful narration, the composer turns a musical presentation into a teachable moment for the choir and congregation alike. A concept for any time of the year, this cantata delivers both artistry and ministry. A full line of support products is available to facilitate your presentation.

Songlist: Forgive Us (Help Us Forgive Ourselves), Give Us This Day, Holy Be Thy Name, Lead Us Not Into Temptation, Let Your Kingdom Come, Now Thank We All Our God, Our Father, Thine Is The Kingdom, We Are Not Alone

Pepper Choplin : Psalm 23

Review: This major work is an affirmation of assurance that takes us on a musical and spiritual pilgrimage through the beloved 23rd Psalm. Singers and listeners will be carried from peaceful meadows to the shadowed valleys, and from the fragile hope of faith, to life everlasting. A work of scope and substance, Psalm 23 - A Journey with the Shepherd gives directors a wonderful opportunity to program outside the seasonal box. A glorious orchestration by Michael Lawrence decorates the expressive choral writing with color and a theatrical sweep. Songs include: We Are Not Alone; The Lord Is My Shepherd; Restore My Soul; Lead Me on the Paths of Righteousness; Though I Walk through the Valley; You Comfort Me; My Cup Overflows; We Are Not Alone (reprise); Surely Goodness and Mercy. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, tpt 1-3, hn 1-2, tbn 1-2, tbn 3/tba, perc 1-2, timp, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

Songlist: Surely Goodness And Mercy, Lead Me On The Paths Of Righteousness, My Cup Overflows, Restore My Soul, Though I Walk Through The Valley, You Comfort Me, The Lord Is My Shepherd, We Are Not Alone

Pepper Choplin : We Were There

Review: Inspired by the spiritual Were You There, this musical experience is based on several monologues by those who were at the cross. The work leads us through many emotions: from the Holy Love shown to Mary Magdalene, to the intimacy of Mother Mary's Still My Son, to the regret of Peter in It Should Have Been Me. The musical can be of almost any length since each momologue and anthem may be used independently. However We Were There is used, it will provide a powerful Holy Week resource for years to come. Maximum length if all pieces are used: 53 minutes.

Songlist: Were You There, Holy Love, Christ Is Our Brother, Surely This Was the Son of God, How Can It Be?, Still My Son, It Should Have Been Me, We Were There, At the Cross

Per Skriver : Four Sea Songs

Review: Highly regarded Danish composer and choral conductor Per Skiver composed these delightful songs of the sea based on the lyrics of four famous poets. English text for mixed choir a cappella.

Songlist: Break, Break, Break, There Comes A Mumur, At Dover Cliffs, Dreams of the Sea

Percy M. Young (editor) : The English Glee

Review: In the period between the deaths of Handel and Mendelssohn, the glee was the vehicle by which secular part-singing was carried in England. The form is descended from the madrigal, with texts chosen partly in reaction against the vulgarity of the catch. This new history of the glee begins with an introductory essay detailing the form's historical, musical, and social context. Young has selected twenty-six settings, mainly in four parts but with examples in three and five parts, to show the breadth of the glee in its heyday. A unique feature of the form, and of this collection, is the high literary quality of the text and the high musical quality of the settings. This fine new volume is an essential addition to the choral repertory, and is uniform with the other indispensable Oxford classic choral collections: English Romantic Partsongs, The Oxford Book of English Madrigals, The Oxford Book of French Chansons, The Oxford Book of Italian Madrigals, and The Catch Book.

Songlist: The Love Rapture, Death's Final Conquest, The Rose, The Poor Soul Sat Sighing, Thyrsis, When He Left Me, Hark, The Lark, Susanna And The Two Elders, Long May Live My Lovely Hetty, Lady Anne Bothwell's Lament, Ring Out Ye Crystal Spheres, The Nightingale, Take, O Take Those Lips Away, Slow, Slow, Fresh Fount, O Poesy, Here In Cool Grot, Hail! Hallow'd Fane!, Elegy For Cymbeline, Poor Barbara, Merrily Push Round The Glass, Ring Out Ye Crystal Spheres, Under The Greenwood Tree, Hail! Smiling Mourn, Doubt Thou The Stars Are Fire, Ye Spotted Snakes, When From The Skies Divine Cecilia Came, Divine Cecilia

Perpetuum Jazzile : Vocal Ecstasy

Review: From the large Slovenian pop choir Perpetuum Jazzile, best known for their cover of Toto's Africa (with over 19 million YouTube views), this collection of top hits will allow pop, show and concert choirs everywhere to recreate this amazing sound! Several songs have vocal percussion.

Songlist: Joyful, Joyful, Oh Happy Day, Africa, September, Boogie Wonderland, Just The Way You Are, Rosanna, True Colors, In The Stone

Peter Schickele : Go For Broke - A Comedy For Chorus

Review: Around the turn of the 17th century of small group of Italian noblemen and composers, seeking to re-create classic Greek tragedy as they understood it. invented the opera. A somewhat earlier, simpler, and less revolutionary form of musical storytelling was the madrigal opera or madrigal comedy developed by Vecchi and other composers. These works, which were not necessarily staged, consisted of a series of madrigals that told a comic story; unlike opera as we have come to know it, however, this was basically choral form, with vocal ensemble playing the part of a narrator as well as that of each individual character.

Go For Broke is patterned on this model. It consists of six madrigals, that tell the story of a man who find out that good luck is not enough. Sometimes the chorus' words are those of a narrator (Prologue: "Here's John Q. Public..."), and sometimes they are those of our hero himself, or his friend the bartender, or the host of people who descend upon him when good fortune strikes (the middle numbers: Taxes, Charity, and Company at the Bar). The Finale even has a moral. The piece may be done as a concert work or it may be staged in a variety of ways. Although some of the sections may, at the discretion of the performing group, employ solo voices, GO FOR BROKE is basically a story told by a chorus.

Songlist: Prologue, Taxes, Charity, Kin, Company at the Bar, Finale