Review: This DVD has exciting footage from the International Quartet Finals at the 61st Annual Sweet Adelines International 2007 Convention and Competition in Calgary, Saskatchewan, of the top ten winners live! Champs Four Bettys from Elmhurst, IL sing 5 tunes, 2nd place winners Jackpot! from Winter Springs, FL sing 3 songs, 3rd place Razzcals from Roseville, CA get 4 songs, 4th place finishers Moxie Ladies from Columbus, OH have 3; and 5th place Capri, from Odenton, MD sing 2. Of the 6th through 10th place finishers, Mojo has 4 cuts, Zing!, 3, Cabaret, 4, Shimmer!, 3 and Jukebox has 2 songs. Enjoy this wonderful DVD, the next best thing to being there!

Songlist: How Deep Is The Ocean?, I Wanna Be Around, As Long As I'm Singing, After My Laughter Came Tears, Johnny One Note, Met Me Where They Play The Blues, Don't Take Your Love From Me, I'll Always Be In Love With You, Mr. Hooper's Find-It-In-A-Minute Book, Zing! Went The Strings Of My Heart, Young and Foolish, Happy Together, Johnny Medley: Johnny's In Town, Oh, How I Miss You Tonight, Oh, You Beautiful Doll, There Goes My Heart, Roses of Yesterday, Singin' In The Bathtub, It's You, I've Got A Feeling I'm Falling, How Deep Is The Ocean, Flirty Eyes, There Goes My Heart, It's A Brand New Day, How Many Hearts Have You Broken?, Money Medley: With Plenty of Money And You, How Deep Is The Ocean, I Only Have Eyes For You, Put Your Arms Around Me, Honey, Oh, How I Miss You Tonight, How Many Hearts Have You Broken?, I'm Alone Because I Love You, My Melancholy Baby

Voicing: barbershop/dvds/

Review: It was another great year for top notch singing at the International contest held this time in Seattle, Washington. Here are the contest performances from the top quartets including of course bronze winners Capri, silver medalists Journey and the 2010 Queens of Harmony MAXX Factor.

Songlist: Oh Suzzanna, After My Laughter Comes Tears, Brokenhearted, L-O-V-E, How Many Hearts Have You Broken?, Time After Time, The Church Bells Are Ringing For Mary, Baby Face, I Can't Give You Anything But Love, Over The Rainbow, When The Midnight Choo Choo Leaves for Alabam', How Are Things in Glocca Mora?, My Baby Just Cares For Me, Angry, My Foolish Heart, No. No, Nora, I Told Them All About You, At Last, I Had Somebody Else Before I Had You, Cuddle Up A Little Closer, May I Never Love Again, Put Your Arms Around Me, Cry Baby, All The Way, When You Wish Upon A Star, It's A Sin to Tell a Lie

Voicing: barbershop/dvds/

Review: It was cocktail time in Houston when Martini were crowned the new Queens of Harmony. Corrina Garriock, Michelle Shoemaker, DeAnne Haugen and Shannon Harris took top honors with Touce coming second and AKA third.

Songlist: Yes Sir, That's My Baby, Time After Time, Handful of Keys, You Don't You Won't, Happy Together, Till There Was You, Hit That Jive Jack, What Kind of Fool Am I, Ya Gotta Know How To Love, Desperado, Happy Together, Yesterday I Heard The Rain, Good Luck Charm, Goodbye, World, Goodbye, How Many Hearts Have You Broken?, Seasons of Love, If You Love Me, Really Love Me, Hallelujah, This Could Be The Start Of Something Big, At Last, I Don't Care if The Sun Don't Shine, Taking A Chance On Love, Flirty Eyes, Once Upon a Time, Bohemian Rhapsody, I'll Never Say "Never Again" Again, If I Love Again, Love Will Keep Us Together, I Wish, Open Arms, Deed I Do, There Goes My Heart, One Note Samba, Powder Your Face With Sunshine, Lover Come Back To Me, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, Hooray For Love, Mr. Blue Sky, If Ever I Would Leave You, Somebody Loves Me, One By One

Voicing: barbershop/dvds/

Review: This beautifully-done DVD is like a History Channel documentary on the Doo-Wop phenomenon of the 1950s and 60s, starting with its streetcorner roots in cities like NYC, Philadelphia, Baltimore and SF, and progressing into the recording and performance mainstream of American culture. Along the way we hear fascinating interviews with people like Ronnie (I) Italiano, DJs Don K. King and Bobby Jay, Louis Lymon (Frankie's Brother and a star in his own right), Pookie Hudson of the Spaniels (who wrote "Goodnight, Sweetheart" to his first love, not to write a hit), Earl "Speedo" Carroll of the Cadillacs, and Arlene Smith of the Chantels (who talks about being 12 years old when they scored their first hit with "Maybe"). We hear about and see vintage footage of the first Doo-Wop sex symbol, Sonny Till, The Ravens singing what arguably is the first Doo-Wop song, "Count Every Star," and the 1940s roots groups, The Deep River Boys, the butter-smooth Mills Bros. and SF's Golden Gate Quartet. We hear why and how a cappella, nonsense syllables and silly lyrics were used by poor young singers to create a full sound and "get noticed," the bombshell effect on the recording industry of Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers' "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" ... I could rave on and on here, but I'll just give you the Chapter headings to give you a taste of what's here: "The Early Years," "Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers," "Romance and Innocence," "The Urban Streets," "The Girl Groups," "The Tour Bus" (which goes into the racism the mostly Northern groups encountered in the South), "The Business of Doo-Wop," "The Cadillacs" and "The End of An Era." Lots of great vintage footage here, of singers, cities, recording studios, live performances with star-studded playbills in lights-this is a sumptuous feast for the a cappella, R&B and pop music fan, as well as anyone who is interested in the amazing cultural history of the 50s and 60s. Enough said--"The Doo-Wop Sound" is a winner from beginning to end!

Songlist: The Early Years, Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers, Romance and Innocence, The Urban Streets, The Girl Groups, The Tour Bus, The Business of Doo Wop, The Cadillacs, The End of an Era

Voicing: doowop/dvds/

Review: The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame was created to honor the Greatest Vocal Groups of the World, to preserve their music at a world-class museum, to promote their music and memories throughout the world and to pay tribute to the inductees as National Music Treasures. The Vocal Group Hall of Fame was designed to perpetuate the life long careers of the Inducted Artists, recognizing them as inventors and creators of the music that influenced today's pop culture, promoting their music to many fans, and bring to the attention of the world, their legacy for many generations to come. The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame's Annual Induction Ceremony honors these great groups and features them performing their legendary music.

Songlist: The Star Spangled Banner, Sam Cooke Medley, Crying in the Chapel, Five O'Clock World, Turn Around, Look At Me, You're The One, Accapella Medley, Medley, More (Theme from Mondo Cane), Goin' Out of My Head/ Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You, America, The Beautiful

Voicing: doowop/dvds/

Review: The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame was created to honor the Greatest Vocal Groups of the World, to preserve their music at a world-class museum, to promote their music and memories throughout the world and to pay tribute to the inductees as National Music Treasures. The Vocal Group Hall of Fame was designed to perpetuate the life long careers of the Inducted Artists, recognizing them as inventors and creators of the music that influenced today's pop culture, promoting their music to many fans, and bring to the attention of the world, their legacy for many generations to come. The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame's Annual Induction Ceremony honors these great groups and features their legendary music.

Songlist: Up, Up and Away, California Dreamin', Chatanooga Choo Choo, Crying in the Chapel, Love Potion #9, Blue Moon, I Only Have Eyes For You, Why Do Fools Fall In Love, You Can't Hurry Love, Under the Boardwalk, Medley, If I Didn't Care, Loves Me Like A Rock, Goin' Out of my Head/ Can't Take My Eyes Off of You, She Cried, Looking for an Echo, God Bless the USA

Voicing: doowop/dvds/

Review: The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame was created to honor the Greatest Vocal Groups of the World, to preserve their music at a world-class museum, to promote their music and memories throughout the world and to pay tribute to the inductees as National Music Treasures. The Vocal Group Hall of Fame was designed to perpetuate the life long careers of the Inducted Artists, recognizing them as inventors and creators of the music that influenced today's pop culture, promoting their music to many fans, and bring to the attention of the world, their legacy for many generations to come. The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame's Annual Induction Ceremony honors these great groups and features their legendary music.

Songlist: White Christmas, Shout, Who Are We?/ Down By the Wayside, I'll Never Smile Again, Medley, Sunday Kind of Love, Devil or Angel, Maybe, Along Comes Mary, Windy, Charlie Brown, Standing on the Corner, Birdland, Trickle Trickle, America, The Beautiful, At the Hop, Baby Please Don't Go, In the Mood, I'm So Proud, One Less Bell To Answer, Aquarius/ Let the Sunshine In (The Flesh Failures), Java Jive, Goody Goody, This Magic Moment, Come A Little Bit Closer, Dancing in the Streets, Since I Don't Have You, Reflections, America, The Beautiful

Voicing: doowop/dvds/

Review: The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame was created to honor the Greatest Vocal Groups of the World, to preserve their music at a world-class museum, to promote their music and memories throughout the world and to pay tribute to the inductees as National Music Treasures. The Vocal Group Hall of Fame was designed to perpetuate the life long careers of the Inducted Artists, recognizing them as inventors and creators of the music that influenced today's pop culture, promoting their music to many fans, and bring to the attention of the world, their legacy for many generations to come. The Vocal Group Hall Of Fame's Annual Induction Ceremony honors these great groups and features their legendary music.

Songlist: Never My Love, Pennies From Heaven, Rock 'n Roll Is Here To Stay, Little Darlin', More, Return To Sender & Jailhouse Rock, The Lion Sleeps Tonight, If I Didn't Care, Aquarius/ Let The Sunshine In, Be My Baby, You Keep Me Hangin' On, I Only Have Eyes For You, Why Do Some Fools Fall In Love, In The Still Of The Night, Betchya By Goly Wow, Loves Me Like A Rock, Perfidia, Help Me Rhonda & California Girls, Only You & The Great Pretender, Charlie Brown, Ruby, Ruby, What A Wonderful World, Under the Boardwalk, For the Love Of Money & Love Train, Love Train

Voicing: doowop/dvds/

Review: Step back in time with your favorite performers live in concert. Learn about their humble beginnings with music icon Herman Santiago, original member of the Legendary Teenagers. You'll be singing along with every one of these songs and reminiscing of days gone by. Who can forget "Charlie Brown" by Carl Gardner's Coasters and "The Girl I Love" By Earl Speedo & The Cadillacs? This DVD is a must for your collection and will be sure to bring back Yesterday's Memories. Look for Volume @ with more great hits such as "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" By Jay Siegel & The Tokens and "Pennies From Heaven" by Jimmy Beaumont & The Skyliners and many more.

Songlist: Intro:, Johnny Preston, Running Bear, Why Do Fools Fall In Love, Herman Santiago, Mashed Potato, Oldies But Goodies, Looking For An Echo, Tonight Could Be The Night, Herman Santiago, The Girl I Love, Herman Santiago, Charlie Brown, Yakety Yak, With This Ring, Herman Santiago

Voicing: doowop/dvds/

Review: The spiritual culture of Russia is reflected in the beauty of its churches and monasteries, paintings and frescoes that adorn them and - above all - in the sacred music that is sung in them. This program celebrates the history of Christmas in Russia and features 15 beautiful holiday songs. Holy Russia is a vocal and musical treasure that you will enjoy year after year.

Songlist: Today Christ, God Is With Us, From My Youth, The Golden Ring, The Cherubic Hymn, Holy Day Troparion, Song of the Magi, Rejoice the Righteous, Credo, Praise the Lord from the Heavens, Nunc Dimittis, Kaliadka, Epiphany Troparion, The Cherubic Hymn, Praise the Name of the Lord

Voicing: cds/russian-choral-music/

Review: The popularity of the Gospel Choir is one of the major reasons for the growth of the genre. Crystal Rose searched its vault and selected the best live performances ever for a visually exciting gospel music experience. This DVD compilation provides pure gospel in the form of Praise & Worship as well as contemporary and traditional gospel songs by some of today's most recognized choirs.

Songlist: The Vision, Praise Is What I Do, Don't Forget To Remember, Jesus Paid It All, Jesus Paid It All (reprise), Great Things, There Is No Way, Bless His Name, Hold On, He Made A Way

Voicing: gospel/dvds/

Review: For the first time on video, legendary quartet singers like The Fairfield Four, Luther Barnes and The Sunset Jublilaires, The Swanee Quintet, The Racy Brothers, Robert Blair and The Fantastic Violinaires, Martin Jacox and Willie Rogers and Company, come together to pay tribute to one another and to pioneer gospel quartets. Hosted by Lou Rawls, who began his career as a quartet singer, covers a century of the music and history that have made the quartet one of the most beloved styles of music. All these living legends share the same stage, taking their turns at the microphone, with a backup band in a church-like concert hall with an enthusiastic audience. 15 tunes, with a lot of old photos and history in between, presented by Rawls. "Precious Lord" is by the whole company, "Noah," "There Must Be A City," and "I Couldn't Hear Nobody Pray" by the Fairfield Four, "Soul Stirrers Medley" and "Landed on the Shore" by Martin Jacox, Willie Rogers & Co., "Old Time Religion" and "Doctor Jesus" by Robert Blair and the Fantastic Violinaires," "Sit Down Servant" and "Doctor Jesus" by the Swanee Quintet, "Somebody Touched Me" and "Count It As A Blessing" by The Racy Brothers, "I've Got Heaven on My Mind" and "I'm Going on With the Lord" by Luther Barnes and The Sunset Jubilaires, and the final "Glory Hallelujah" by the assembled groups. This is great authentic gospel music by masters who are still with us, fascinating history and old photos-"Living Legends" is a joy!

Songlist: Precious Lord, Noah, Soul Stirrer's Medley, There Must Be A City, Old Time Religion, Landed On The Shore, Doctor Jesus, I Couldn't Hear Nobody Pray, Sit Down Servant, I've Got Heaven On My Mind, Doctor Jesus, Count It As A Blessing, I'm Going With The Lord, Glory Halleltjah

Voicing: gospel/dvds/

Review: An LWT South Bank Show, presented by Melvyn Bragg, exploring the phenomenon of countertenor singing With its unique, soaring beauty, the high male voice is today enjoying a huge resurgence in popularity. Heirs to the celebrated castrati of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, today's countertenors produce their voices by wholly natural means. In this program international stars Michael Chance, Andreas Scholl and James Bowman, as well as pop star Jimmy Somerville, shed light on the appeal of the male falsetto. Meanwhile, experts such as Michael White place today's countertenors in their historical context. What emerges is a compelling portrayal of an unmistakable vocal style, rooted in church and operatic tradition, yet completely up-to-date, resonating louder today than at any time in the last two hundred years. Following the South Bank Show is a 70-minute program of specially recorded performance material, showcasing the extraordinary talents of today's most popular countertenors.

Songlist: Never Weather-Beaten Saile, Sorrow Stay: Can She Excuse My Wrongs?, Flow My Tears, Since I First Saw Your Face, Sound The Trumpet; O Dive Custos, Strike the Viol; Evening Hymn, Ode on the Death of Henry Purcell, Cantata BWV 170, Cum Dederit, Stabat Mater, Ombra Mai Fu (Xerxes), Dove Sei; Civi Tiranno (Rodelinda), When I Was One-and-Twenty, Is My Team Ploughing?

Review: This helpful choral songbook contains newly composed songs and classics arranged with sensitivity to smaller and developing choirs. Thoughtful SAB voicing makes this useful resource a must-do for slim Sundays and for times when rehearsal times are limited. The acoustic qualities of the arrangements and the optional instrumental obbligatos open this book up to both traditional and contemporary-styled worship ensembles. A variety of subjects and writers are featured and a pleasant track option is available. Titles include:Come, Walk With Me; The Earth Is the Lord's; Hear Us, O Father; I Will Rejoice and Be Glad; Lord of Life; On Jordan's Stormy Banks; One Day We'll Stand; Train Up a Child; A Choral Benediction. Available separately: SAB Book, Listening CD, Preview Pack, Instrumental Pack CD-ROM, StudioTrax CD.

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Review: From the veteran writing team of Don Besig and Nancy Price, we present what is sure to become an Advent tradition. Assembled from some of their best-selling anthems, this helpful collection is a splendid resource for your seasonal programming. Whether performed individually or as a mini-cantata, your choir will resonate with the simple messages of hope, peace, love and joy! This compilation can accompany your candle lighting each week to help create precious moments of reflection as you experience the journey of Christmas.

Songlist: Will We Know Him?, Waiting for the Light!, O Come, Emmanuel, A Little Child Will Come to Lead Us, When Emmanuel Has Come, Candles of Advent

Review: The follow up to Eclipse's first contemporary album 'Once,' 'Think Twice' was a much anticipated release. Here are six original arrangements from that album! For five male voices!

Songlist: Heaven's Eyes, Keep Pushin' On, Kick Back, Relax, Live It On Up, Pouring Rain, Think Twice

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/contemporary/

Review: Adele is currently the most acclaimed female singer of the era and her songs are hits worldwide. Have your choir singing the latest hit music. Adele returned to the pop charts in spectacular style, breaking records and achieving tremendous commercial success. This soulful piano ballad evokes themes of nostalgia and reflection for a wonderful choral showcase for choirs of all ages and levels.From her second album 21 and also performed by Gwyneth Paltrow on Glee "Turning Tables" has a piano accompaniment that is almost classical in approach, the reflective vocals express emotion of deep melancholy tinged with hopefulness. "Someone Like You" opens with a single voice on the opening verse, the vocal textures gradually build into a full-voiced chorus that expresses the emotional message of the song. Ideal for all types of choral ensembles! "Rolling in the Deep" can be performed a cappella, as in the GLEE version, or with the bluesy, soulful accompaniment. The all-girl Troubletones sing a phenomenal mash-up of two Adele hits in Season Three. Alternating between the aggressive "Rumour Has It" and a more accepting "Someone Like You," this epic pairing offers solo opportunities and powerful vocal backups. A fantastic SSA feature!

Songlist: Turning Tables, Someone Like You, Rolling In The Deep, Rumour Has It / Someone Like You, Hello

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: Sing the songs of the Queen of Soul! "Respect" - You'll bring down the house with this high-powered sizzler! The 1967 #1 hit by Aretha Franklin is a great showcase for a special soloist. "Think" - This is one of Aretha's iconic songs and always listed as one of the greatest pop & R&B songs of all time. This arrangement stays true to the style and allows your students a chance to dig into this important style. "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" - Carole King wrote it and Aretha Franklin first recorded it - that is what we call pop music royalty. This song has been covered by other female singers who fall into the pop music royalty category including Celine Dion, Gloria Estefan, and Mary J. Blige. Now its time for your women to take ownership of this R&B classic and experience the power of this great song.

Songlist: Respect, Queen of Soul (A Salute to Aretha Franklin), Think, (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman

Review: Surely one of the greatest American vocal groups whose catchy songs and sibling harmony are a signature sound of an era. "Help Me Rhonda" - The Beach Boys at their best! This authentic doo-wop arrangement "sounds hard and sings easy"! Guy groups (and everyone else) will love it! "I Get Around" Your audience will recognize this number 1 hit from 1964 immediately and your guys' groups will love recreating the spectacular sounds of an earlier era. "Good Vibrations" - It was the sound that changed rock music forever! The number 1 hit from 1966 in a great arrangement by Ed Lojeski. "Little Deuce Coup" - Fast wheels, four-on-the-floor - your guys will really respond to this 1963 favorite. A great motivational choice! "In My Room" - The signature harmonies and deeply felt lyrics of the Beach Boys are front and center in this smooth TTBB arrangement of their 1963 pop hit.

Songlist: I Get Around, Good Vibrations, Help Me Rhonda, In My Room, Little Deuce Coupe

Review: "Fame" - This favorite Golden Globe and Academy Award-winner really kicks in Ben Bram's new pop a cappella arrangement. A perfect choice to open or close any concert. "Uptown Funk" - Hitting number one on five different Billboard charts, Mark Ronson's chart-topper featuring guest vocals by Bruno Mars is hot, hot, hot! "I Need Your Love" - DJ Calvin Harris collaborated with English performer Ellie Goulding on this top-forty hit. Ben Bram's contemporary treatment is sure to be a hit with your a cappella group! "Firework" - Ben Bram is known for his work on The Sing-Off and Pitch Perfect, and for arranging for groups such as The Backbeats and Pentatonix. This wellcrafted treatment of the Katy Perry hit will make your pop a cappella group come alive.

Songlist: Fame, Uptown Funk, Firework

Review: "Listen" - From the hit movie Dreamgirls, this Beyonce ballad captures the power and the emotion portrayed in the film. A super choice for graduation or any program! "Rise Up" - Be who you are is the uplifting message of this song by Beyoncé from the soundtrack to the film Epic. An inspirational selection for choirs of all levels! "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" - This number 1 hit by Beyonce was certified quadruple platinum with its infectious dance-pop groove and inspiring a worldwide dance craze. This setting is accessible and will be fun for girls' groups of all ages! "Spirit" - In addition to providing the voice of lioness Nala in the 2019 live action remake of Disney's The Lion King, Beyoncé created an anthem perfectly situated for choral singing--a collective, full-throated pop/gospel appreciation of the resilience of the human (and animal) spirit!

Songlist: Listen, Rise Up, Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It), Spirit (from The Lion King 2019)

Review: Contemporary a cappella arranger Deke Sharon does his magic on the classic Billy Joel song "Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)". An absolute winner! Kirby Shaw's exquisite a cappella arrangement of this stunning Billy Joel pop ballad "The Longest Time" is available separately: men's and women's ensembles. Don't miss it! Billy Joel's pop hit from 1983 "And So It Goes" is a perennial favorite and evokes an even earlier time in America's pop history. Now available for mixed and SSA voicings, your groups will love to perform these well-crafted arrangements.

Songlist: And So It Goes, Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel), The Longest Time

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary-female/

Review: Billy Joel is surely one of the great songwriters of contemporary pop songs and many of his songs are particularily suited for a cappella singing. Kirby Shaw's exquisite a cappella arrangement of his pop ballad "And So It Goes" is stunning and Kirby also does a fantastic job with "Lullaby (Goodnight, My Angel), one of the most poignant and beautiful songs of the '90s. "The Longest Time" is an excellent piece for featuring and recruiting men for your choral program. It is an authentic transcription of the original Billy Joel hit, and as such it will have automatic appeal with both singers and audiences.

Songlist: The Longest Time, And So It Goes, Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/ttbb/

Review: Billy Joel is certainly one of the great American songwriters of the modern pop era and his works are often particularly suitable for an a cappella treatment. His iconic hit "Piano Man" from the 1970s will make a nice concert change of pace in this arrangement by Philip Lawson of King's Singers fame. Smooth vocal backup and great harmonies give "New York State of Mind" a special appeal. "Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)"is one of the most poignant and beautiful songs of the '90s, now in an a cappella setting. This ballad is simply stunning. Kirby Shaw's exquisite a cappella arrangement of "And So It Goes" is stunning. Don't miss it! Billy's 1978 pop hit "Just The Way You Are" expresses a universal truth in a simple and beautiful way, and this a cappella setting will resonate with listeners at many concert occasions. This is a great collection and will have the audiences singing along..

Songlist: New York State of Mind, And So It Goes, Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel), Piano Man, Just The Way You Are

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Review: "Blowin' in the Wind" - Written by Bob Dylan and covered by countless artists, this protest song from the 1960s raises questions about peace, war and freedom. The answers are there, but not easy to find. "Forever Young" - This beautiful folk song is perfect for your concert setting and important for your students as they explore recent American history. Bob Dylan's seminal work was originally composed as a lullaby for his eldest son Jesse, bestowing wishes and blessings upon him. As a choral, Forever Young works especially well as a adulatory song for graduations! "Times They Are A-Changin'" - This re-imagined interpretation of the classic Bob Dylan song is perfect for any concert with a social justice theme. The re-harmonization and contrasting musical style will bring a new attention and poignancy to these well-known words. There is a new musical home for this in concert halls where it has not been found before.

Songlist: Blowin' in the Wind, Forever Young, Times They Are A-Changin'

Review: The breezy song "The Lazy Song" is a tribute to the joys of doing nothing! With its reggae-flavored groove and irresistible melody, your singers will have a blast as they recreate the goofy original What would you do if you had a billion dollars? The pop hit of 2010 by Travie McCoy featuring Bruno Mars was covered by the boys in Glee with a breezy, reggae-type style that connects immediately to the listener in a happy, feel-good way. "Just the Way You Are" - The layered wordless accompaniment provides a steady and soulful underlay for the sweet pop melody and lyrics of the Bruno Mars chart-topper. Perfect for Valentine's Day, prom, spring concert or any romantic occasion! "When I Was Your Man" - Piano driven harmonies support the soulful vocals of this acoustic ballad by superstar Bruno Mars that soared to the #1 position on the Hot 100, AC and Adult Rock charts in 2013. It lends itself beautifully to choral and will showcase your pop or concert groups at their best!

Songlist: The Lazy Song, Billionaire, When I Was Your Man, Just the Way You Are

Review: Bruno Mars is a top selling artist worldwide and a tremendous young talent. The breezy song "The Lazy Song" is a tribute to the joys of doing nothing! With its reggae-flavored groove and irresistible melody, your singers will have a blast as they recreate the goofy original. "Just the Way You Are" - The layered wordless accompaniment provides a steady and soulful underlay for the sweet pop melody and lyrics of the Bruno Mars chart-topper. Perfect for Valentine's Day, prom, spring concert or any romantic occasion! "When I Was Your Man" - Piano driven harmonies support the soulful vocals of this acoustic ballad by superstar Bruno Mars that soared to the #1 position on the Hot 100, AC and Adult Rock charts in 2013. It lends itself beautifully to choral and will showcase your pop or concert groups at their best! "Treasure" - Your pop and jazz groups will love re-creating the harmonies and choreography of this huge hit!

Songlist: The Lazy Song, Just the Way You Are (Amazing), Bruno Mars - Hitmaker!, When I Was Your Man, Treasure

Review: Bruno Mars has it all - the looks, the moves, the voice and he writes some great songs! "Forget You" was nominated for Song of the Year and Record of the Year and was famously covered by Gwyneth Paltrow and the Glee cast in Season 2. "Just the Way You Are" was ha huge hit with its confident pop melody, great groove and romantic vocals. "The Lazy Song" is a tribute to the joys of doing nothing! With its reggae-flavored groove and irresistible melody, your singers will have a blast as they recreate the goofy original! "Marry You" will make everyone smile with its appealing rhythmic groove, infectious melody and echoes of an earlier pop era. Fantastic staging opportunities abound!

Songlist: Forget You, Marry You, The Lazy Song

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/3-parts/

Review: Younger choirs and their audiences will love the chance to sing music by the incredibly talented and popular Bruno Mars! "When I Was Your Man" - Piano driven harmonies support the soulful vocals of this acoustic ballad by superstar Bruno Mars that soared to the #1 position on the Hot 100, AC and Adult Rock charts in 2013. It lends itself beautifully to choral and will showcase your pop or concert groups at their best! "Treasure" - Your pop and jazz groups will love re-creating the harmonies and choreography of this huge hit! "Bruno Mars - Hitmaker!"- Experience the range of his talent with this 6-minute medley that showcases his success. Opening reflectively with a snippet of Lighters, it moves into the Grammy-winning Just the Way You Are, and then transitions into a quicker pace with the reggae-infused Billionaire, The Lazy Song, Nothin' on You, and Grenade.

Songlist: Count on Me, Bruno Mars - Hitmaker!, When I Was Your Man, Treasure

Review: "Will You Love Me Tomorrow?" - This ballad takes on a whole new meaning when seen in the context of Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, the Broadway musical chronicling her life and early career. The song has been recorded by many artists, including this 1972 version by Roberta Flack. Poignant and touching! "Where You Lead" - This classic has found a new audience through the television series Gilmore Girls. Quickly learned, this arrangement will be a favorite. "You've Got a Friend" - the classic hit from 1971 offers a universal message of hope and reassurance. Recently included in the Broadway musical Beautiful, this is a wonderful feel-good song for choirs of all types and many concert occasions! "I Feel The Earth Move" - One of rock's most iconic women's songs, this pulsing, rhythmic arrangement incorporates elements of doo-wop and contemporary a cappella beneath a barn-burning solo. Vocal or other percussion optional. "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" - Now its time for your women to take ownership of this R&B classic and experience the power of this great song.

Songlist: Will You Love Me Tomorrow?, Where You Lead, You've Got a Friend, I Feel The Earth Move, (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman

Review: Ever Ever After - "Storybook endings, fairy tales coming true" - this song from the Disney film Enchanted as performed by Carrie Underwood makes us all believe it could be so! A great choice for pop and groups alike, your singers will want to sing it again and again. All-American Girl was a hit on both the Billboard Country and Hot 100 charts this endearing song tells the story of a "sweet little beautiful, wonderful, perfect All-American Girl" and makes a wonderful feature for end-of-the-year programs! Inside Your Heaven - For the first time in history the same song, recorded by a different artist, succeeded itself at the top of the charts. American Idol's Carrie Underwood and Bo Bice shared in that success with this recent hit. Piano accompaniment.

Songlist: All-American Girl, So Small, Inside Your Heaven, Ever Ever After

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: "My Heart Will Go On" - Celine Dion's powerhouse love theme from the blockbuster movie Titanic says it all! "Taking Chances" - The first single and title track from Celine Dion's 2007 album, this powerful song is a celebration of life and love. Ideal for graduation and many other concert programs, your choir will shine! "To Love You More" - This 1998 hit by Celine Dion was memorably covered by Lea Michele on Glee in a powerful rendition that explored the depth of the emotional lyrics. This selection offers challenges and rewards for pop, jazz, show and concert choirs looking to create a touching concert moment! Ideal for Valentine's Day, prom or other romantic occasions!

Songlist: My Heart Will Go On, Taking Chances, To Love You More

Review: "Reflection" - This memorable pop ballad performed by Christina Aguliera for the acclaimed Disney movie Mulan offers an exceptional message for young performers in a superb choral setting by Mac Huff. "The Voice Within" - This beautiful piano-driven ballad by Christina Aguilera encourages us to trust the voice within. This positive message will inspire teen singers at a challenging time in their lives and provide an emotional moment in concert! "Beautiful" - We are beautiful in ev'ry single way. Words won't bring us down. This moving anthem of self-respect flew to the top of the charts. Perfect for mixed or women's groups this arrangement will cause a moment of reflection for both performers and listeners. "Loyal Brave True" - Christina Aguilera's Reflection from 1998's animated feature Mulan gets a worthy and fitting musical counterpart in the 2020 live-action remake of the ancient Chinese folk story. With themes of honor, bravery and family, this original song is full of power and meaning.

Songlist: Reflection, The Voice Within, Beautiful, Loyal Brave True

Review: The opening number from Episode 1 in NBC's The Sing-Off, each group presented their best soloist with David Bowie's "Under Pressure". Singing totally a cappella, this selection gives you the opportunity to showcase an amazing spectrum of vocal talent! The Sing-Off kicked off Episode 3 with a bright and vibrant rendition of the '70s classic "Mr. Blue Sky" by the Electric Light Orchestra performed by all the remaining groups. A fun and appealing choice for all types of a cappella groups! The opening number from the final night of NBC's The Sing-Off, here is the #1 pop hit from 1987 "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" by U2 in an awesome a cappella setting. Uplifting and powerful!

Songlist: Mr. Blue Sky, I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For, Under Pressure

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Review: "Use Somebody" was the opening number of Season 2 of NBC's The Sing-Off, this 2009 #1 hit by Kings of Leon arranged for the combined vocal groups creates a mesmerizing texture of sound, with a world-beat vocal groove, compelling lyrics and riveting modulations that will absolutely astonish your audience. "I've Got the Music in Me" - This 1970s tune originally recorded by Kiki Dee reaches a new level in this a cappella rendition! Guaranteed to get both the choir and the audience moving! "With A Little Help From My Friends" - This soulful "vocals only" setting of the Lennon & McCartney classic in a style reminiscent of Joe Cocker's famous rendition offers a powerful, uplifting message to today's choirs and audiences.

Songlist: I've Got the Music in Me, With A Little Help From My Friends, Use Somebody

Voicing: sing-off/

Review: America's favorite a cappella show returned recently for another smash season with show-stoppers like this medley from super group fun. If you are up for no lip-synching, back-up bands or safety net, this chart is for you! The Peter Gabriel song "In Your Eyes" was included on the 2013 season of NBC's The Sing-Off and features a fantastic vocal groove, gospel style back-up chorus and riveting lead solo. "(I've Had) The Time of My Life" was hit by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes from the 1987 film Dirty Dancing features two soloists with a rich vocal accompaniment. Opening simply, it builds consistently through two key changes to an electrifying final cadence.

Songlist: In Your Eyes, (I've Had) The Time of My Life, fun. Medley, Carry On, Some Nights, We Are Young

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Review: The Van Morrison classic "Brown Eyed Girl" is accessible for newly formed a cappella groups, and satisfying for more experienced ensembles. The modern day classic "True Colors" has been a huge hit for both Cyndi Lauper and Phil Collins. Now it's your turn! "Be True To Your School" is perfect for pep rallies, sporting events and school assemblies, the breakdown in this arrangement gives your singers a chance to get everyone in the bleachers chanting and clapping along. Rah Rah Sis Boom Bah! The little gem "Autumn Leaves" is perfect for your fall concert. Lush rubato chords roll through most of the song, but the bridge is a snappy up tempo wake-up call. "Superman (It's Not Easy)" - At last, a song for your mixed ensemble that wants to sing 21st century music in the college a cappella style! This ballad by Five For Fighting features a high, light tenor solo singing about that common young adult sentiment, "it's not easy to be me." First performed by The Persuasions and popularized by The Nylons, "Good Old A Cappella"``` is an a cappella classic!

Songlist: Be True To Your School, True Colors, Superman (It's Not Easy), Brown Eyed Girl, Good Old A Cappella

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Deke Sharon : Men's Pop Christmas

Review: With elegant simplicity, Deke Sharon's arrangement of the Irving Berlin classic "White Christmas" gives each voice its moment to shine. The minimal homophony keeps the pleasurable chord changes coming, culminating with a satisfying cadenza progression that will close your holiday concert with class. Looking for something to spice up your Christmas program? How about the Elvis classic "Santa Claus Is Back In Town"? With plenty of swagger and swing, the tenor solo sits over a bed of playful doo-woppy harmonies. "got no sliegh with reindeer, got no sack on my back, you're gonna see me comin' in a big black Cadillac! Finally a setting of the Charlie Brown Christmas classic "Christmas Time Is Here" that doesn't require a children's choir! The sweetly sentimental Tenor 1 melody floats over and dips into a woven texture of rich jazz harmonies. Originally made famous by Kay Starr, this arrangement transforms "(Everybody's Waitin' for) The Man With The Bag" into a playful barbershop swing, with the melody in the tenor 2 line, and lots of right homophony.

Songlist: White Christmas, Christmas Time Is Here, (Everybody's Waitin' for) The Man with the Bag, Santa Claus Is Back In Town

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ttbb/

Review: Sting's poignant song, 'Fragile,' expresses our vulnerability, and this sensitive arrangement will touch the hearts of singers and audiences alike. Written in the collegiate a cappella style but accessible to solid high school groups, this tune is timeless. 'Breakfast at TIffany's' is a perennial favorite of student a cappella groups since one-hit wonder Deep Blue Something charted in the 90s, this upbeat tune is finally available in published form. 'Brown Eyed Girl,' a Van Morrison classic is accessible for newly formed a cappella groups, and satisfying for more experienced ensembles. Popularized by Nat King Cole, the Great American Songbook tune, 'Orange Colored Sky,' provides an upbeat vehicle for either a baritone or alto soloist. If your singers are clamoring for an upbeat pop tune from this century, you can't go wrong with Maroon 5's megahit "This Love." Arranged in the collegiate a cappella style but not too difficult for high school groups.

Songlist: This Love, Orange Colored Sky, Brown Eyed Girl, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Fragile

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/ttbb/

Review: "Cecilia" - This playful Simon and Garfunkle standard is perfect for a cappella with the tenors sharing the original's harmony. Bass and bari weave counter melodies and driving background parts built entirely around the lyrics. No vocal percussion necessary - lots of rhythmic intensity built into the background parts. One of the most popular and requested male arrangements originally sung by the Beelzebubs of Tufts University. "I Can't Tell You Why" - A lush, delicately textured rendering of the Eagles classic. A high tenor solo floats above a sextet of light overlapping lines and a rich bass line, forming a warm bed of sound not unlike a synthesizer or string section. Perfect for a talented octet, or a male chorus. "I Only Have Eyes for You" - This 60's classic made famous by the Flamingos, and then later recorded by Art Garfunkle, is one of the best loved doo-wop tunes of all time. This version maintains the doo-wop styling during the verse and shifts into a rich, close harmony ballad in the chorus. "Rock The Boat" - One of the most infectiously catchy pop/R & B songs to come out of the 70's (made popular by "The Hues Corporation"), this arrangement will make your singers want to get up and dance. Very melodic background lines, plenty of syncopation. Vocal percussion optional.

Songlist: Cecilia, I Can't Tell You Why, I Only Have Eyes for You, Rock The Boat

Review: Remember the scene in Pitch Perfect where Beca first teaches the Barden Bellas how to sing a mashup? This is that exact arrangement of "Just the Way You Are/Just a Dream " from the movie, distilled into 4-part harmony plus duet. Vocal percussion optional. "Cups" is the irresistible break-out hit by Anna Kendrick from the Pitch Perfect soundtrack has a sweet folky flavor and the fun "cup" accompaniment will be a hit with your choir! Now crossing over to YouTube and mainstream radio, the song is getting major attention in the media. May be performed a cappella or accompanied. "Bellas Finals" - Perhaps the biggest a cappella moment in modern cinema, the Barden Bellas win the ICCAs with this exact full-length arrangement from the movie Pitch Perfect, distilled into 4-part harmony plus solo. Vocal percussion optional.

Songlist: Just the Way You Are/Just a Dream, Bellas Finals, Since U Been Gone, Party in the U.S.A., Cups

Voicing: pitch-perfect/

Review: The film Pitch Perfect presents the world of collegiate a cappella groups with a comedic flair and musical sassiness that your pop ensembles will love to recreate! Whether a cappella or accompanied, here is the Bellas' terrific mash-up, including: Don't You (Forget About Me), Give Me Everything (Tonight), Price Tag. The irresistible break-out hit "Cups" by Anna Kendrick has a sweet folky flavor and the fun "cup" accompaniment will be a hit with your choir! Now crossing over to YouTube and mainstream radio, the song is getting major attention in the media. May be performed a cappella or accompanied. Kelly Clarkson's mega hit "Since U Been Gone" rocks out in this a cappella rendition!

Songlist: Since U Been Gone, Cups, Bellas Finals

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Review: From the Lifetime TV reality show Pitch Slapped, one of the groups competes with this hot vocals-only arrangement of the B-52's pop hit "Love Shack". Funky and fun! Pink's number one hit "So What" rocks out in the all-vocal setting featured on the Lifetime TV reality series Pitch Slapped. A sizzling rock setting that turns a cappella on its head! The ballad "Beneath Your Beautiful" from British artists Labrinth and Emeli Sande makes an emotional and romantic duet with vocal back-up. An accessible and appealing change of pace for choral concerts of all types.

Songlist: Love Shack, So What, Beneath Your Beautiful

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary-mixed/

Review: "Feel the Earth Move" is one of rock's most iconic women's songs (from Carole King's Tapestry), this pulsing, rhythmic arrangement incorporates elements of doo-wop and contemporary a cappella beneath a barn-burning solo. Vocal or other percussion optional. The Beatles greatest modern folk/pop song "Blackbird" is finally available for SSA groups, with the melody moving between vocal parts and interspersed elements of counterpoint and 3-part harmony. The number #1 song from the Footloose soundtrack "Holding Out For A Hero", sung by Bonnie Tyler, was one of the biggest songs of the 1980s. Bombastic and fun, it's a great feature for a female soloist, and makes a great show closer or encore. he Andrew Sisters had a hit in 1947 with the lighthearted, playful ditty "Too Fat Polka" that's more relevant now than ever!

Songlist: Holding Out For A Hero, Too Fat Polka, I Feel The Earth Move, Blackbird

Review: Popularized by Nat King Cole, 'Orange Colored Sky,' from the Great American Songbook, provides an upbeat vehicle for either a baritone or alto soloist. Swing it! Popularized by Roberta Flack in the 1970s, updated by the Fugees and Lauryn Hill in the 90s, 'Killing Me Softly With His Song' connects with many generations. This arrangement provides a terrific vehicle to show off the talents of a sensitive female soloist. A perennial favorite of student a cappella groups since one-hit wonder Deep Blue Something charted in the 90s, 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' is finally available in published form. ABBA is back, so get some dancing shoes for your choir! Upbeat, infectious and fun, 'Dancing Queen' will bring energy to singers and get audiences dancing in the aisles.

Songlist: Orange Colored Sky, Killing Me Softly with His Song, Dancing Queen, Breakfast at Tiffany's

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Review: Let your students express themselves with 'Drive,' the 90s "soft metal" hit by Incubus. In the collegiate a cappella style, this song brings a message of self-empowerment: "When I drive myself my light is found." This arrangement is challenging rhythmically, giving your advanced students a lesson in syncopation they will relish. Originally published in the collection Jazz Standards, 'Autumn Leaves' is perfect for your fall concert. Lush rubato chords roll through most of the song, but the bridge is a snappy up tempo wake-up call. Maroon5's mega-hit, 'This Love,' is arranged in the collegiate a cappella style, but worth the effort for high school ensembles.

Songlist: Drive, This Love, Autumn Leaves

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Review: Deke Sharon has become one of the leading arranger of "contemporary" a cappella and here is a fine collection of classic pop songs. "Dancing Queen" - ABBA is back, so get some dancing shoes for your choir! Upbeat, infectious and fun, this arrangement will bring energy to singers and get audiences dancing in the aisles. "Killing Me Softly With His Song" was popularized by Roberta Flack in the 1970s, updated by the Fugees and Lauryn Hill in the 90s, this song connects with many generations. This arrangement provides a terrific vehicle to show off the talents of a sensitive female soloist. The modern day classic "True Colors" has been a huge hit for both Cyndi Lauper and Phil Collins. Now it's your turn! "Good Old A Cappella" was first performed by The Persuasions and popularized by The Nylons, this tune has been sung by countless contemporary a cappella groups. Originally from the collection Contemporary A Cappella Volume 1, now for treble voices too! "God Only Knows" with music by Brian Wilson, made popular by The Beach Boys in the '60s, this arrangement for women's choirs is a great one to feature your soprano soloist or section. "Hallelujah" - From the Dreamworks animated feature film "Shrek" comes this sweet and poignant Leonard Cohen hit, scored here for your women's group.

Songlist: Dancing Queen, Killing Me Softly with His Song, True Colors, Good Old A Cappella, God Only Knows, Hallelujah

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: "As" was performed by NBC's The Sing Off Season Two Winners Committed on their eponymous debut album, this uplifting Stevie Wonder classic combines both rich close harmony and interwoven polyrhythmic counterpoint, making it an impressive showstopper for an advanced group. Vocal percussion optional. Note: a full video of the song can be seen on www.youtube.com."Little Lion Man" - The debut single from 2009 by Mumford & Sons from their debut album Sigh No More packs a folk rock punch in this arrangement for unaccompanied male voices."Good Life" - Here is the 2011 pop hit by OneRepublic as arranged by a cappella guru Deke Sharon for Tim Seelig and the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus in a vibrant and joyful setting! The lyrics may not be suitable for every choir, so be sure to preview it first!Your favorite male collegiate group from Pitch Perfect is back, this time with a fun Mika song, complete with vocal trumpet jam and gospel breakdown.

Songlist: As, Little Lion Man, Good Life, Lollipop

Review: Pitch Perfect's Treblemakers win the regionals with this rowdy, rollicking arrangement of "Right Round" originally made popular by the Tufts Beelzebubs on NBC's The Sing Off Season One. 4-part harmony plus duet. Vocal percussion optional. Pitch Perfect starts with a bang - The Treblemaker's arrangement of the modern Rhianna classic "Don't Stop the Music". A perfect show opener or closer for your male a cappella group (4-parts plus solo, vocal percussion optional). The Kelly Clarkson's mega hit "Since U Been Gone" rocks out in this a cappella rendition from the Pitch Perfect soundtrack! Your guys will love performing this authentic a cappella mash-up of Bright Lights Bigger City / Magic.

Songlist: Right Round, Don't Stop the Music, Since U Been Gone, Bright Lights Bigger City / Magic

Voicing: pitch-perfect/

Review: The second Pitch Perfect movie was an even bigger hit than the first and the songs are just as catchy. "Bella's Opening " - the girls are back for their senior year and better than ever with a modern pop medley fit for the President? until Fat Amy ruins everything. Sing the arrangement that the Bellas sang, wardrobe malfunction optional. Songs include We Got the World, Timber, America, The Beautiful, and Wrecking Ball."Bellas Finale " - As in the first movie, this mashup weaves together several great songs and storylines from throughout the film, with a twist of an ending. Songs include Run The World (Girls), Where Them Girls At, We Belong, We Got The World, and Flashlight."Bellas Back to Basics" - The Bellas have lost their sound, and to find it again they sing this medley of some of the greatest and most iconic women's harmony groups from the past, from the Andrew's Sisters to En Vogue. Songs include Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, You Can't Hurry Love, Lady Marmalade, and My Lovin'."Cups" - The trailer for the highly anticipated Pitch Perfect 2 gives us a sneak peek at the music for the new film, including this expanded version of Anna Kendrick's breakout hit Cups. After a sweet, reflective opening verse, it moves into tempo for a more expanded treatment.

Songlist: Bella's Opening (from Pitch Perfect 2), Bellas Finale (from Pitch Perfect 2), Bellas Back to Basics (Medley), Cups (When I'm Gone)

Voicing: pitch-perfect/