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Review: The Grammy award winning Dance Pop song "Toxic", originally sung by Britney Spears has been called the one song moviegoers will be humming on their way out of Pitch Perfect 3. In this exciting arrangement for the Bellas, the strings and guitar lines from the original are all covered by the vocals. This is an impressive offering for the women in your program. "Sit Still, Look Pretty" - Originally released by teen pop sensation Daya and then re-energized in the movie Pitch Perfect 3, this is a song of empowerment for girls and women. In her own words, Daya states that this is a song about a girl that goes after her own dreams and really fights for what she wants. All of these good vibes wrapped up in a dynamite pop a cappella arrangement. "Cheap Thrills" - In Pitch Perfect 3, the Bellas are all grown up but not having much luck finding work as musicians. This up beat song reminds them and all of us that you don't need money to have a good time. Making music and dancing are the best remedies for fun. That message will resonate with your singers and your audiences.
Songlist: Toxic, Sit Still, Look Pretty, Cheap Thrills
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary-female/
Review: "Fields of Gold" - If it wasn't written by Sting, this haunting melody could easily be a traditional English fold song. The melody moves through all four women's parts, with the background texture changing in each verse, ranging from arpeggiated polyphony to warm close harmony. "Here Comes the Sun" - Perfect for a spring concert, this bright Beatles classic features rich harmonies and light arpeggiated textures resulting in a warm sound without being too complex. The melody is in the Soprano 1 line, allowing either a group or individual solo. "Mama I'm A Big Girl Now" - This playful song from Hairspray brings the sound of the early 1960's to life with a universal theme. The many verses can be sung by different soloists. "Songbird" - Based on the Eva Cassidy recording, this honest, emotional ballad features light arpeggiated textures and soaring harmonies supporting a gorgeous, heartfelt soprano melody with occasional duet/trio lines. "When I'm Sixty-Four" - Playful, sweet, melodic... this arrangement brings out all of the best elements of this Beatles ditty, with the melody bouncing between the various voices. When your singers are sixty-four, they'll still be humming along to this timeless classic!
Songlist: Fields of Gold, Here Comes The Sun, Mama, I'm a Big Girl Now, Songbird, When I'm Sixty-Four
Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/
Review: "Time After Time" - A modern classic, this Cyndi Lauper ballad is perfect for an intermediate women's ensemble, ready to tackle gentle arpeggiations and delicate parallel harmonies. "Heart of Glass" - A powerful soprano solo sits atop your SATB band as the groove their way through this Blondie classic. A great way to introduce your singers to modern polyrhythms and non-standard syllables in a format that's easy for them to understand and internalize. "I Can't Make You Love Me" - With rich harmonies, delicate arpeggiations and a soaring, heartfelt melody, this showstopping Bonnie Raitt ballad makes a perfect penultimate number. "Imagine" - This simple, sweet setting of John Lennon's song of hope features a soprano soloist. Perfect for a group looking for a good first a cappella song, or a more advanced group interested in focusing on nuance and sincerity.
Songlist: Heart of Glass, I Can't Make You Love Me, Time After Time, Imagine
Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/
Review: Rapidly gaining a solid reputation in a cappella circles the arrangements of Patrick Rose are original, creative and fun to sing. These are the arrangements as sung by Eclipse on their popular holiday CD release of the same name. Freshen up your male ensemble's Christmas repertoire!
Songlist: Shake Up Christmas, I Saw Three Ships, Come All Ye Faithful, O Holy Night, We Need a Little Christmas
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ttbb/
Review: Rapidly gaining a solid reputation in a cappella circles the arrangements of Patrick Rose are original, creative and fun to sing. These are the arrangements as sung by Eclipse on their popular holiday CD release of the same name. Freshen up your male ensemble's Christmas repertoire!
Songlist: Christmas as a Child, Christmastime, Do You Hear What I Hear, Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, Let It Snow
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ttbb/
Review: These five contemporary Christmas arrangements from Eclipse's excellent Holiday album 'Three Kings' are perfect for your small male ensemble. All arrangements are for five male voices.
Songlist: Drummer Boy, Lullaby, This Year, Go Tell It
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ttbb/
Review: Four more Christmas arrangements from Eclipse's excellent Holiday album, 'Three Kings.' All arrangements are for six male voices.
Songlist: The First Noel, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Silent Night, What Child Is This?
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ttbb/
Review: American Idol was the television hit of the summer. The winner, Kelly Clarkson, rocketed to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 with the hit "A Moment Like This". Beautifully arranged for choir, this moment will capture your audience's heart! The power ballad "Behind These Hazel Eyes" taps into all the angst and intensity of young love. A great showcase for SSA choirs, it retains all the emotion of the original recording. Alan Billingsley captures all the excitement of the original in this appealing arrangement of "Breakaway" from The Princess Diaries 2.
Songlist: Breakaway, Behind These Hazel Eyes, A Moment Like This, Since U Been Gone
Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/
Review: A lush a cappella setting - Billy Joel's hit ballad 'And So It Goes,' arranged by Bob Chilcott, is one of the King's Singers' most requested arrangements. 'Lullaby,' now available in a revised edition with optional parts for a second choir, this sweet and simple lullaby by Billy Joel on his River of Dreams album is stunning. Lush harmonies and challenging vocal lines will inspire singers to do their best in the new arrangement of the Billy Joel classic 'She's Always a Woman.'
Songlist: Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel), She's Always A Woman, And So It Goes
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/choral-england/
Review: From the King's Singers' Beatles album, 'Penny Lane' has been one of the most requested by choir directors. The excellent writing of Chilcott breathes new life into this favorite. From the King's Singers and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra "Music of the Beatles" album, 'When I'm 64' is a fun and swinging arrangement of the Lennon and McCartney classic. Featuring inventive jazz band-style vocal accompaniments throughout, everyone gets their turn singing the clever lyrics of the melody. From their recording, Beatles Connection, the often-requested arrangement of 'Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da' is available for the first time. The setting of the heart-felt Lennon and McCartney ballad, 'Here, There and Everywhere' is featured on the King's Singers and the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra "Music of the Beatles" album. In this Paul Hart arrangement, the melody is supported by gentle rhythms and countermelodies in the other voices. A perfect opportunity to feature soloists.
Songlist: Penny Lane, When I'm Sixty-Four, Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da, Here, There And Everywhere
Voicing: sheet-music/beatles/
Review: Billy Joel's pop hit from 1983 "The Longest Time" is a perennial favorite and evokes an even earlier time in America's pop history. From 1973, the pop hit "Shambala" by Three Dog Night is a buoyant song full of tasty harmonies and a warm gospel groove that will infuse your concert with the hopefulness and joy. This "vocals only" edition will be especially effective for choirs of all types! The intimacy and directness of a cappella singing create a special emotional atmosphere in this tender setting of the Grammy award-winning pop hit "Tears In Heaven" by Eric Clapton. You will create a magical concert moment with the gentle guitar-style accompaniment recreated by the vocals and the heartfelt lyrics. The #1 hit from 1967 "Groovin'" by the Young Rascals in a smooth vocals-only setting perfectly captures the relaxed slow groove of the song with an easy vocal accompaniment and a irresistible solo.
Songlist: The Longest Time, Shambala, Tears In Heaven, Groovin'
Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/
Review: The chart-topping Lady Gaga song "Born This Way" is a powerful and dramatic anthem of inclusiveness and affirmation! Featured in the Season 2 GLEE episode of the same name, it opens with an energetic dance-pop groove, building into the full-voiced chorus, "I'm on the right track baby, I was born this way!" From the opening episode of Glee Season 2, Rachel and Sunshine cover Lady Gaga and Beyonce's standout pop single "Telephone". The mini-diva duel will make an awesome SSA feature that girls' choirs will love to perform! "The Edge of Glory" - Show and pop choirs will make a tremendous impact in this chart-topping powerhouse with its thumping bass and irresistible dance/pop groove! A fantastic choreography showcase! Piano accompanied.
Songlist: Telephone, Born This Way, The Edge of Glory
Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/
Review: "When Will I Be Loved" - Originally recorded by the Everly Brothers and made an even bigger hit by Linda Ronstadt (#2, 1975), this gutsy girls' tune will be a super showcase for your SSA group. "Blue Bayou" - Linda Ronstadt flew to number three on the charts with this Roy Orbison hit. Feature a soloist or your soprano section in this relaxed arrangement by Mac Huff. "Tracks of My Tears" - Smokey Robinson and the Miracles first introduced this pop-hit in 1965 and Linda Ronstadt had a huge hit with it in 1975 followed by numerous singers thereafter. It's a soulful, laid-back arrangement that works well for women's groups. "It's So Easy" - 10-time Grammy Award-winning singer Linda Ronstadt has performed it all: rock, country, opera, jazz and Latin. This Buddy Holly-penned single Ronstadt released at the height of her career in 1977 will easily sit with a choir looking for a country rock staple that sings with ease!
Songlist: When Will I Be Loved, Blue Bayou, Tracks of My Tears, It's So Easy
Review: "December Prayer" - From Idina Menzel's Holiday Wishes album, this lovely song encourages us to embrace the silence, beauty, and the true meaning of the season. From gentle ethereal sounds to fuller choral textures, this selection will enhance all holiday programs! "Santa Tell Me" - You'll have plenty of jingle bells to go around in this sweet and sassy twist on Christmas under the mistletoe! Ariana Grande delivers with this holiday pop single! "All I Want for Christmas Is You" - This release by Mariah Carey has been a popular addition to holiday playlists worldwide! Set in a retro '60s rock and roll feel. "Grown Up Christmas List" - Recorded by Amy Grant, this song expresses the deepest wish in everyone's heart, the hope for peace and of a better world. Ideal for featuring a special soloist, this pop ballad will create a magical moment. "One More Sleep" - Leona Lewis livens up the season with this holiday hit that evokes the nostalgic sounds of the sixties!
Songlist: One More Sleep, December Prayer, Santa Tell Me, All I Want for Christmas Is You, Grown-Up Christmas List
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ssaa/
Review: "December Prayer" - From Idina Menzel's Holiday Wishes album, this lovely song encourages us to embrace the silence, beauty, and the true meaning of the season. From gentle ethereal sounds to fuller choral textures, this selection will enhance all holiday programs! "Santa Tell Me" - You'll have plenty of jingle bells to go around in this sweet and sassy twist on Christmas under the mistletoe! Ariana Grande delivers with this holiday pop single! "All I Want for Christmas Is You" - This release by Mariah Carey has been a popular addition to holiday playlists worldwide! Set in a retro '60s rock and roll feel. "Grown Up Christmas List" - Recorded by Amy Grant, this song expresses the deepest wish in everyone's heart, the hope for peace and of a better world. Ideal for featuring a special soloist, this pop ballad will create a magical moment. "One More Sleep" - Leona Lewis livens up the season with this holiday hit that evokes the nostalgic sounds of the sixties!
Songlist: One More Sleep, December Prayer, Grown-Up Christmas List, Where Are You Christmas?, All I Want for Christmas Is You
Review: "Believe" - The sweetness and innocence of a child's view of Christmas are fully evident in this warm ballad by superstar Josh Groban. Rising to number one on the charts, it was featured in The Polar Express. "Step into Christmas" - This Yuletide favorite from Elton John has become a holiday highlight with its infectious hook and cheerful lyrics. A perfect addition to your Christmas programming. "As Long As There's Christmas" - From the Disney animated video Beauty and the Beast - The Enchanted Christmas comes this charming Christmas treasure.
Songlist: Believe, As Long As There's Christmas, The Best Christmas of All, Dig That Crazy Santa Claus, Step into Christmas
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/2parts/
Review: With her second chart hit "Lips Are Movin", Meghan Trainor proves she is not a one hit wonder! This hysterical take on cheating boyfriends can't miss! If your lips are moving, you're lyin', lyin', lyin'! "Dear Future Husband" - Pop sensation Meghan Trainor throws back to a nostalgic style for these how to be a classy guy instructions. A super showcase for SSA groups! "Like I'm Gonna Lose You" - Meghan Trainor and John Legend combine their considerable vocal talents in this ballad that urges us to not take those we love for granted. The classic jazz feel broadens the appeal to a wider audience and transfers beautifully to a soulful choral setting. "All About That Bass" - The debut #1 hit from American artist Meghan Trainor celebrates a healthy self-image with a unique groove and infectious feel-good vocals! The PG lyrics are aimed at helping everyone view themselves in a positive light.
Songlist: Lips Are Movin, Dear Future Husband, Like I'm Gonna Lose You, All About That Bass
Review: "The Climb" - This Miley Cyrus tune made its way to the Billboard Hot 100 Chart. Easily learned, it will be a fantastic selection for graduation and all kinds of other pop programs! "Party in the U.S.A.' - Featuring a totally irresistible hook, this song by Miley Cyrus soared to the top of the Hot 100 and will energize every concert. A super choreography feature for choirs of all ages! "Malibu" - Here is a guitar driven pop song from pop icon Miley Cyrus. In a musical style that celebrates the new direction in her life and in her music she says I'm giving the world a hug and saying, Hey, look. We're good--I love you. And I hope that you can love me back A beautiful message for your singers to express.
Songlist: The Climb, Party in the U.S.A., Malibu
Review: A second collection of popular Chrsitmas songs from a cappella sensations Pentatonix. "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" - From the album A Pentatonix Christmas, the popular vocal group puts their unique stamp on the 1998 holiday song by NSYNC. The original song "New Year's Day" is one of the hits from their 2015 album release Pentatonix Here is a gentle lullaby "Light In The Hallway" written and performed by the group. This arrangement can be sung a cappella or with the piano and bass provided. Suitable for concert, jazz or show choirs. Their fresh take on "Up on the Housetop" will have your audience bouncing in their seats. A contemporary take on the seasonal favorite "Deck the Halls". Modern harmonies and and rhythms are used for the chorus and a vocal solo
Songlist: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Light In The Hallway, Up on the Housetop, Deck the Halls
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ssaa/
Review: A second collection of popular Chrsitmas songs from a cappella sensations Pentatonix. "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" - From the album A Pentatonix Christmas, the popular vocal group puts their unique stamp on the 1998 holiday song by NSYNC. A stand-out arrangement of "O Come All Ye Faithful" which reached No. 2 on Billboard 200. Set a cappella, it includes optional piano accompaniment and percussion making a fresh new take on the timeless carol and sure to be a holiday staple year after year. Here is a gentle lullaby "Light In The Hallway" written and performed by the Pentatonix. This arrangement can be sung a cappella or with the piano and bass provided. Suitable for concert, jazz or show choirs. Their fresh take on "Up on the Housetop" will have your audience bouncing in their seats. A contemporary take on the seasonal favorite "Deck the Halls". Modern harmonies and and rhythms are used for the chorus and a vocal solo sets the whole thing up.
Songlist: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, O Come, All Ye Faithful, Light In The Hallway, Up on the Housetop, Deck the Halls
Review: A second collection of popular Chrsitmas songs from a cappella sensations Pentatonix. "Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays" - From the album A Pentatonix Christmas, the popular vocal group puts their unique stamp on the 1998 holiday song by NSYNC. The original song "New Year's Day" is one of the hits from their 2015 album release Pentatonix Here is a gentle lullaby "Light In The Hallway" written and performed by the group. This arrangement can be sung a cappella or with the piano and bass provided. Suitable for concert, jazz or show choirs. Their fresh take on "Up on the Housetop" will have your audience bouncing in their seats. A contemporary take on the seasonal favorite "Deck the Halls". Modern harmonies and and rhythms are used for the chorus and a vocal solo
Songlist: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, New Year's Day, Light In The Hallway, Up on the Housetop, Deck the Halls
Review: Philip Lawson, one of the King's Singers many fine vocal arranging talents, brings us 5 pop hits spanning from 4 decades of excellent music. David Gate's classic pop release, 'Diary,' is tenderly set here by Lawson, with fun background vocals and lots of opportunities for solos. The 1983 #1 hit, 'Africa,' makes a great a cappella feature in Lawson's arrangement, with great harmonies and vocal effects. It's a rock classic tour-de-force! Now available in a clever a cappella setting, "Bohemian Rhapsody" is a perfect pop/jazz feature or as a tongue-in-cheek encore for concert groups. Another gem from David Gates, of Bread, the rich a cappella setting of 'Everything I Own' is sure to create a magical moment in performance. Great for both small and large groups. From the Disney movie Toy Story, 'I Will go Sailing No More' this tender ballad expresses the poignancy of childhood lost.
Songlist: Africa, Bohemian Rhapsody, Everything I Own, I Will Go Sailing No More
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/
Review: "Don't Stop the Music" - From the popular movie Pitch Perfect, this irresistible a cappella vocal arrangement of the chart hit by Rihanna is unstoppable! "Stay" - Rihanna's expressive ballad with Mikky Ekko about the give and take of a relationship is both honest and heartfelt and soared up the charts in 2013. With its simple piano underlay, the song translates beautifully into a choral setting for mixed or treble groups who will love performing it!
Songlist: Don't Stop the Music, Stay, Fly/I Believe I Can Fly
Review: With over 900 titles in print and 30 million copies in circulation, Roger Emerson is the most widely performed composer/arranger of popular choral music in the world today. This value-packed collection delivers plenty of musical flair for vocal jazz, pop and concert groups! Perform these popular Beatles' classics arranged for a cappella voices as a set or individually. Lush chords with well-crafted vocal lines are the highlight of these warm a cappella settings. With opportunities for both male and female soloists, these classic Beatles tunes are perfect choice for many concert programs.
Songlist: Yesterday, Because, In My Life, Eleanor Rigby
Voicing: sheet-music/beatles/
Review: "Brave" - Celebrating the power of the human spirit and the connections between us, this contemporary pop anthem by Sara Bareilles encourages people to speak up and advocate for themselves. She wrote, there's so much honor and integrity and beauty in being able to be who you are, (and) it's important to be brave because by doing that you also give others permission to do the same. "Love Song" - This jazz/pop hit by soulful songwriter Sara Bareilles soared to the top of the Billboard charts and will showcase your singers at their best. "Winter Song" - This haunting song by Sara Bareilles and Ingrid Michaelson is a poetic reflection on the winter landscape and longing for love, with layered vocals and a rich harmonic underpinning. A starkly beautiful choice for winter programs and pop, jazz and concert ensembles. "Armor" - From Sara Bareilles' 2019 album Amidst the Chaos, here is an artful arrangement of this female-empowerment anthem. A solid rock back beat along with a gospel style piano part create a strong anthem for your women. "A Safe Place To Land" - This powerful and poignant ballad was written in response to the immigrant crisis which gripped the United States in 2018. Masterfully arranged by Mac for concert choirs. The a cappella opening sets the stage for a powerful choral ballad and sets up the important lyrics.
Songlist: Brave, Love Song, Winter Song, Armor, A Safe Place To Land
Review: Sting (Gordan Sumner) must be considered one of the greatest songwriters of his generation and has had a string of hits over the decades. Here we have an all a cappella selection of Sting compositions that are sure to be audience pleasers and adds a certain hipness to your repertoire. Explore vocal textures and tone colors with this reggae flavored a cappella setting of Sting's famous 1979 hit "Walking On The Moon". Great for pop/jazz groups or concert groups looking for a change of pace! "Valparaiso", the Celtic flavored pop tune by Sting is artfully arranged for SATB a cappella and creates a magical atmosphere of shifting vocal textures and rich harmonies. Create a warm nostalgic glow with the #1 hit of 1983 by the Police. "Every Breath You Take" translates beautifully into a warm and textured a cappella vocal setting! The golden colors of a summer sunset and the depth of human feelings are the basis of this simple and lovely song "Fields Of Gold" in a gently undulating setting for unaccompanied mixed voices. Stunning!
Songlist: Every Breath You Take, Fields of Gold, Valparaiso, Walking On The Moon
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/
Review: "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" - Your girls will love the sassy, conversational tone of this top Taylor Swift hit that identifies all the emotions that come into play in a break up/make up relationship with an unreliable boyfriend! Super fun and great for choreography! "Shake It Off" - Players gonna play, haters gonna hate, but I'm just gonna shake it off! Taylor Swift's irresistible #1 hit is pure pop delight! "Blank Space" - In Taylor Swift's second #1 hit from her fifth album, she seeks new love in a powerful new voice. Interesting vocal effects make this a great selection for pop and show groups. "I Knew You Were Trouble" - This chart-climbing track off Taylor Swift's album Red is said to be one of her favorites. It tells the story of being frustrated with yourself for having a broken heart over a person you knew was wrong for you from the beginning. Great story-telling with a pop-rock feel mixed with just a thin line of country - your choirs will love it!
Songlist: We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Shake It Off, Blank Space, I Knew You Were Trouble
Review: Teen pop star Taylor Swift has evolved into very much the young artist by crossing genres with ease! Featuring a happy pop backbeat, "You Belong with Me" climbed to the top of the Hot 100, Country and AC charts. "Love Story" is a charming Romeo and Juliet story told through music and the catchy "Mine" was country pop hit. Her chart hit from 2011 "Mean" celebrates the underdog and the dreamer, and helps those who may be bullied understand that "it gets better" while imagining the bully will someday receive comeuppance! With its sweet country harmonies and sassy lyrics, this easily-learned song will be an entertaining addition to your program! Piano accompanied.
Songlist: You Belong with Me, Mine, Love Story, Mean, Today Was a Fairytale
Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/
Review: The poodle skirts and malt shops are long gone, but the golden era of the girl groups lives on in this fab collection of 60's top pop female harmony groups. The iconic 1960s hit "Dancing in the Street" by Martha & the Vandellas is on overdrive! A perfect show choir theme, this arrangement opens with a vocal build punctuated by horn punches and handclaps before exploding into the instantly recognized verse. The party atmosphere continues with a fun vocal stack before closing with the final powerful "call." The 1963 pop hit by the Crystals "Da Doo Ron Ron" is a sweet and sassy salute to the music of an earlier era! SSA groups of all ages will enjoy singing the easy triadic harmonies that define the genre.
Songlist: Da Doo Ron Ron, Be My Baby, One Fine Day, Heatwave, Sweet Talkin' Guy - Music Of The Chiffons (Medley), Dancing in the Street
Voicing: sheet-music/girl-groups/
Review: Luckily the 70's were not just disco and here are some great pop songs from the era. "Longer" takes on a whole new sound in this fresh a cappella treatment by Kirby Shaw. Smooth vocal backup and great harmonies give this Billy Joel song, "New York State Of Mind," special appeal. This may be the arrangement to end all arrangements of "One Voice!" It features extensive divisi and dynamic contrast. The emotional impact of John Lennon's classic, "Imagine," is most timely in today's world. Also included in this package is an expressive a cappella version of, "If," the pop hit from the '70s.
Songlist: If, Longer, One Voice, Imagine
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/
Review: "Mission: Impossible Theme" - It's the instantly recognized theme from television and film! A great a cappella showcase for pop, jazz and show choirs, your singers will build performance skills and have fun in the process! "Our Town" - Time brings changes but life goes on - this is the poignant message of the Randy Newman song recorded by James Taylor for the Disney movie "Cars". Alternating between solo melodic lines with vocal accompaniment and full homophonic phrases, this vocal setting will create a moment of sheer enchantment in your performance. Under The Sea - "It's better down where it's wetter" with this comical calypso king'singers' arrangement of this favorite Disney hit. "Alfie" - From songwriting legends Hal David and Burt Bacharach and arranged by the acclaimed vocal jazz educator Phil Mattson, this song and text is among the most meaningful in contemporary music. Rich harmonies highlight the powerful emotions inherent in the text.
Songlist: Alfie, Under The Sea, Mission: Impossible Theme, Our Town
Voicing: sheet-music/tv-shows/
Review: Enter an extraordinary world filled with magic and wonder - where every holiday has its own special land - and imaginative, one-of-a-kind characters! Tim Burton's award-winning animated classic "The Nightmare Before Christmas" will engage audiences and singers alike. "As Long As There's Christmas" - A charming Christmas treasure from Beauty and the Beast - The Enchanted Christmas. "The Best Christmas of All" - This happy holiday number sings of all the joys of friends and family at Christmas. An excellent showcase for choirs of all ages. "I Believe" - Kermit the Frog and Camp Broadway brightened everyone's spirits in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with this tender ballad that will bring a touch of wonder to your holiday concerts and is perfect for school and community performances! Yes, miracles can happen if you just believe!
Songlist: As Long As There's Christmas, Nightmare Before Christmas, I Believe, Season of Joy
Review: Three-time Grammy Award winner Brian Setzer and his Orchestra have almost single-handedly keep the decidedly fun American style of music called rockabilly alive and very well. You'll be in the mood for a great holiday with the Brian Setzer adaptation of the famous swing classic "Gettin' in the Mood" recently released on his Dig That Crazy Christmas album. A great opener or concert theme! "Dig That Crazy Santa Claus" - You'll shake, rattle and swing right along with Brian Setzer's rockabilly beat on a Christmas tune that will raise the roof! Great as an opener and dance showcase! "Boogie Woogie Santa Claus" Your choir will swing into the season with this fun arrangement by Mac Huff. Most recently recorded by Brian Setzer Orchestra, this one really rocks!
Songlist: Gettin' in the Mood - For Christmas, Dig That Crazy Santa Claus, Boogie Woogie Santa Claus
Review: Three-time Grammy Award winner Brian Setzer and his Orchestra have almost single-handedly keep the decidedly fun American style of music called rockabilly alive and very well. You'll be in the mood for a great holiday with the Brian Setzer adaptation of the famous swing classic "Gettin' in the Mood" recently released on his Dig That Crazy Christmas album. A great opener or concert theme! "Dig That Crazy Santa Claus" - You'll shake, rattle and swing right along with Brian Setzer's rockabilly beat on a Christmas tune that will raise the roof! Great as an opener and dance showcase! "Boogie Woogie Santa Claus" Your choir will swing into the season with this fun arrangement by Mac Huff. Most recently recorded by Brian Setzer Orchestra, this one really rocks!
Songlist: Gettin' in the Mood - For Christmas, Dig That Crazy Santa Claus, Boogie Woogie Santa Claus
Review: "I Have a Dream" - The movie Mamma Mia! starring Meryl Streep and a star-studded cast enchanted audiences worldwide with an enchanting musical score, scenes of a Mediterranean paradise and the promise of love. SSA choirs will thrill to this delightful 8-minute medley of songs. "Mamma Mia!" - People all around the world have fallen in love with the music of ABBA. "Thank You for the Music" - This pop hit from ABBA is finally available as a single choral arrangement! What a wonderful selection to say thank you to someone special and a joyful number for your inspirational moment. "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.
Songlist: I Have a Dream, Mamma Mia!, Thank You for the Music, Dancing Queen
Review: Looking for something to spice up your Christmas program? How about some Elvis classics? "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 Caddilac! "Santa, Bring My Baby Back (To Me)" - Put some Elvis into your concert with this hit from 1957. Complete with combo parts (alto sax, bass, drums, guitar, trombone, trumpet) and voiced for mixed, women and male choirs, this arrangement rocks the stage and makes a great novelty number with movement, costumes and staging, too. "Blue Christmas" - Elvis, Ringo, Celine, The Beach Boys, Smash Mouth and dozens of other artists have recorded this Christmas classic. Enjoy this new doo-wop setting with your men's choir this season.
Songlist: An Elvis Christmas, Blue Christmas, Santa, Bring My Baby Back (To Me), Santa Claus Is Back In Town
Review: Looking for something to spice up your Christmas program? How about some Elvis classics? "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 Caddilac! "Santa, Bring My Baby Back (To Me)" - Put some Elvis into your concert with this hit from 1957. Complete with combo parts (alto sax, bass, drums, guitar, trombone, trumpet) and voiced for mixed, women and male choirs, this arrangement rocks the stage and makes a great novelty number with movement, costumes and staging, too. "Blue Christmas" - Elvis, Ringo, Celine, The Beach Boys, Smash Mouth and dozens of other artists have recorded this Christmas classic. Enjoy this new doo-wop setting with your men's choir this season.
Songlist: Blue Christmas, An Elvis Christmas, Santa, Bring My Baby Back (To Me)
Review: Your group will love to explore the sounds and rhythms and textures of a cappella music with this accessible arrangement of the classic Beatles song Girl" from 1966. Great solo showcase, too! "Here Comes The Sun" - Perfect for a spring concert, this bright Beatles classic in an appealing a cappella setting features rich harmonies and light arpeggiated textures resulting in a warm sound without being too complex. "Yesterday" - a #1 pop hit for four weeks in 1965, this iconic Beatles song is the most recorded song of all time, making it a standard that transcends generational labels. A perfect choice for programs at any time of year! "Blackbird" - Opening with a wordless introduction that evokes the rhythmic and melodic motives of the song, this Beatles' classic moves into the familiar verse, but with certain phrases elongated or ornamented to heighten the sense of freedom portrayed in the lyric, all with a sonorous and interesting harmonic treatment that will astound your audience! "In My Life" - a superb a cappella setting of the Beatles classic, this will be a fine showcase for pop, jazz and concert groups. "I Will" - Triadic harmonies and a underlying rhythm will bind your singers into a warm ensemble as they sing this irresistible Beatles ballad! Accessible and well-crafted, choirs of all ages will love it!
Songlist: Yesterday, Girl, Here Comes The Sun, I Will, In My Life, Blackbird
Voicing: sheet-music/beatles/
Review: Without doubt some of the finest songs ever written were those by Lennon and MacCartney and here is a collection of some of their finest song all arranged for unaccompanied voices. "The Long and Winding Road" - Skillfully arranged, this #1 hit by the Beatles will be a standout in any concert. Treat your audience to an a cappella moment they will remember for a long, long time. "Here, There and Everywhere" - Here's an expressive a cappella setting of the classic Beatles song, full of wonderful textures, lyric lines, and lots of opportunities for rubato styling! "Yellow Submarine" - From the Beatles' 1966 hit movie and single, recently re-released in theaters and DVD, in a colorful a cappella arrangement. "Hey Jude" - This timeless Beatles classic is given a hip contemporary treatment.
Songlist: Hey Jude, Here, There And Everywhere, The Long and Winding Road, Yellow Submarine
Voicing: sheet-music/beatles/
Review: The romantic a cappella setting of the Carpenters classic, 'Merry Christmas, Darling' will put everyone in the holiday spirit! Warm harmonies and lush choral textures give this rendition its special appeal. Traditional Spanish carol, 'Fum, Fum, Fum' highlights the night of Jesus' birth in joyful celebration! Light vocal style is highlighted by the placement of an "extra" quarter rest! Fresh! 'Do You Hear What I Hear' is an exquisite a cappella setting of the beloved Christmas classic! With 'An A Cappella Christmas' medley, your carolers can celebrate the season with these tasty vocal jazz settings of your holiday favorites.
Songlist: Merry Christmas, Darling, Fum, Fum, Fum, An A Cappella Christmas
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/3parts/
Review: Deck the halls and be jolly with these rollicking a cappella setting of the holiday favorites! Fun to perform, "Tis The Season - A Christmas Madrigal" will be easily programmed at all types of concerts and community events. "Santa Baby" - A Christmas list for all the good big girls! This a cappella doo-wop version of the famous Christmas classic is a sweet and saucy change-of-pace for holiday programming! "Jingle Bells" - Pop and jazz groups will show their skill with this jazzy take on a winter classic! Great vocal licks, solo opportunities and a lot of fun to sing! "We Wish You A Merry Madrigal" is based on "We Wish You a Merry Christmas", this fun arrangement by Russell Robinson is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Songlist: We Wish You A Merry Madrigal, Jingle Bells, Santa Baby, Tis the Season - A Christmas Madrigal
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/contemporary/
Review: This romantic a cappella setting of the Carpenters classic "Merry Christmas, Darling" will put everyone in the holiday spirit! Warm harmonies and lush choral textures give this rendition its special appeal. "Home For The Holidays" - The happiness and glow of the holiday season is brought to life in this warm a cappella ballad arranged by Mac Huff. Sumptuous harmonies support the simple and expressive melody line in a setting that will put every listener in the holiday spirit ! From the poignant unison opening phrase through the stunning unfolding of breath-taking choral warmth, this a cappella ballad setting is not to be missed! Lushly romantic harmonies will create an unforgettable musical spell. "I'll Be Home for Christmas" - From the poignant unison opening phrase through the stunning unfolding of breath-taking choral warmth, this a cappella ballad setting is not to be missed! Lushly romantic harmonies will create an unforgettable musical spell. "Santa Baby" - A Christmas list for all the good big girls! This a cappella doo-wop version of the famous Christmas classic is a sweet and saucy change-of-pace for holiday programming! "Tis The Season- A Christmas Madrigal" - Deck the halls and be jolly with this rollicking a cappella setting of the holiday favorite! Fun to perform, it will be easily programmed at all types of concerts and community events.
Songlist: Tis The Season - A Christmas Madrigal, Santa Baby, I'll Be Home for Christmas, Home For The Holidays
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/christmas/ssaa/
Review: "Santa's Girls" - Santa's reindeer were all girls? Surely, this isn't right! Yet the composers of this song make a good point with their reasons behind such a statement. Showcase your girls' choirs with this charming and clever novelty selection! "Santa, Bring My Baby Back (To Me)" - Put some Elvis into your concert with this hit from 1957. Complete with combo parts (alto sax, bass, drums, guitar, trombone, trumpet) and voiced for mixed, women and male choirs, this arrangement rocks the stage and makes a great novelty number with movement, costumes and staging, too. "Christmas Shopping Blues" - This jazzy number is perfect for your women as a novelty piece. Strong three-part harmony, sassy vocal slides, and an optional trumpet set the mood for Christmas shopping and all the craziness of the gift-giving season. "Text Me Merry Christmas" - It's a Christmas song for the selfie generation! The vocal group Straight No Chaser teams up with actor/singer Kristen Bell for this cute number that will make a great comedy selection for your holiday programming. Feature a guy and a girl duet and your audience will LOL!
Songlist: Santa's Girls, Santa, Bring My Baby Back (To Me), Christmas Shopping Blues, Text Me Merry Christmas
Review: The iconic song "Seven Bridges Road" by the Eagles speaks directly to the heart with thrilling vocal harmonies that will showcase your ensemble at their best! "There are stars in the Southern sky/Southward as you go/There is moonlight and moss in the trees/Down the Seven Bridges Road." "We Will Rock You" - Your whole crowd will join in with the stomps and claps as you perform this rock and roll classic! This classic pop hit by Queen will bring down the house. Billy Joel's pop hit "The Longest Time" is a perennial favorite and evokes an even earlier time in America's pop history. "Let It Be" is one of the landmark songs of the 20th century and certainly at the apex of the Beatles catalog, this #1 pop hit in this a cappella setting will be an inspirational choice for choral concerts of all types.
Songlist: The Longest Time, Let It Be, Seven Bridges Road, We Will Rock You
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/3-parts/
Review: Henry Mancini was awarded an oscar for the score to 'Peter Gunn.' While there is no lyric to this exceptional theme, Jeff Funk has created an extraordinary "scat"-style choral setting that will be a very special addition to any pop or show music concert. Don't miss this one! 'Blue Moon,' the classic Rodgers and Hart song, takes on a whole new life with its upbeat do-wop arrangement by Jeff Funk. It was featured on the Grease soundtrack. The 1978 movie Ice Castles featured a musical score by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Carole Bayer Sager. The wonderful ballad 'Through the Eyes of Love' lives on and has been recorded by artists the world over. Kirby Shaw uses his exceptional arranging skill to bring us this very special arrangement. Don't miss this one! Kirby Shaw's arrangement of 'The Shadow of Your Smile' has beautiful 4 part harmonies. Halfway through, there is a solo opportunity. The audience is sure to enjoy this gem! From Don Moore comes a wonderfully fresh a cappella edition of the classic movie-music favorite, 'I'm Always Chasing Rainbows.'' Finger snaps and the straight-ahead swing style give this arrangement that street corner doo-wop styling. Sure to be a favorite with singers and audiences! Russ Robinson brings us a very singable a cappella setting of this all-time classic, 'Over the Rainbow' from "The Wizard of Oz." The 1998 theatrical release of the movie created a whole new wave of interest in this wonderful music.
Songlist: The Shadow of Your Smile, Peter Gunn, Over the Rainbow, Blue Moon, Theme From Ice Castles ( Through The Eyes of Love ), I'm Always Chasing Rainbows
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/
Review: "We Will Rock You" - Your whole crowd will join in with the stomps and claps as you perform this rock and roll classic! This iconic 1978 pop hit by Queen will bring down the house! A powerful soprano solo sits atop your SATB band as they groove their way through the Blondie classic "Heart of Glass". A great way to introduce your singers to modern polyrhythms and non-standard syllables in a format that's easy for them to understand and internalize. "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You" - The 1991 pop hit by Bryan Adams makes a spectacular a cappella feature with its rich harmonies and expansive melodies. Ideal for Valentine's Day concerts, graduation or a special dedication any time of year! The 1970's pop hit "Come In From The Rain" translates beautifully into a lush and deeply felt a cappella ballad. Perfect for graduation, end-of-the-year programing of a special concert feature, you will want to perform it again and again ! "I'll Stand By You" - A modern ballad by the Pretenders that translates well from small ensemble to large chorus, with a timeless message and powerful harmonies. Solo can be sung by an alto, soprano or tenor. Great for graduations and other events.
Songlist: Come In From The Rain, (Everything I Do) I Do It For You, We Will Rock You, I'll Stand By You, Heart of Glass
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/
Review: Here is the 1970 pop hit by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young "Teach Your Children" in an a cappella setting that is fresh and unique! Rhythmically free and expansive, the melody harmonized in triads is juxtaposed against long accompanying vocal lines to highlight the powerful message inherent in the text. The Crosby, Stills and Nash song from their debut 1969 album "Helplessly Hoping" translates perfectly to the signature vocal style of the King's Singers. "After The Gold Rush" is the haunting song by Neil Young in a richly expressive a cappella setting. Audiences love these pop classics and great for the parents to sing along with.
Songlist: Helplessly Hoping, After The Gold Rush, Teach Your Children
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/
Review: Don't be afraid to let your true colors show! A message that all of us need to hear. These iconic songs by pop/rock legend Cyndi Lauper are timeless. A modern classic, the ballad "Time After Time" is in a tasty a cappella setting that is perfect for all choirs: pop, jazz and concert! Celebrate the awesome '80s with Cyndi's hit "irls Just Want to Have Fun" and develop some great a cappella singing skills at the same time!
Songlist: Girls Just Want to Have Fun, Time After Time, True Colors
Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary-female/
Review: Disco choral music! Sure. We can boogie too.. "Boogie Wonderland" - All the color and light and spectacle of the 70s are distilled into this masterpiece of the era! A top ten hit for Earth, Wind & Fire in 1979, this selection will be a perfect opening for pop and show choirs looking to make an impact! "Never Can Say Goodbye" - A super hit for the Jackson 5 in 1971 and later covered by Disco Diva Gloria Gaynor, this pop classic will show off your women's group in sensational style! Don't miss it! "Boogie Shoes" - In 1975, KC and the Sunshine Band was the hottest disco group on the scene! Featured on many TV shows and movie soundtracks, including most famously ÚSaturday Night Fever,Ú you can now groove on down with this new arrangement of Boogie Shoes from Kirby Shaw. I wanna put on my, my, my, my, my Boogie Shoes to boogie with you. Yeah! "I Will Survive" - The #1 hit from 1979, this arrangement is hot! "Boogie Oogie Oogie" - Here is a hot dance tune that is as fresh and hot today as it was when it was released in 1978. With lyrics that urge listeners to dance until that just can't boogie no more, this will have your show choir dancing and your audience wishing they could recapture their moves from their younger days.
Songlist: Boogie Wonderland, Never Can Say Goodbye, Boogie Shoes, I Will Survive, Boogie Oogie Oogie
Voicing: sheet-music/disco/
Review: Get out the disco lights and let's boogie. "Night Fever" - The hottest ticket on Broadway! This feature number from Saturday Night Fever is electrifying! "Boogie Down" - Get your boogie down with this 80's classic by Al Jarreau that has a funky feel that still grooves! Great solo opportunities and vocal riffs make it a super feature for pop, jazz and show choirs from high school and up. "Boogie Wonderland" - All the color and light and spectacle of the 70s are distilled into this masterpiece of the era! A top ten hit for Earth, Wind & Fire in 1979, this selection will be a perfect opening for pop and show choirs looking to make an impact! ":Y.M.C.A." - A real crowd-pleaser and a natural for choreography!
Songlist: Night Fever, Boogie Down, Boogie Wonderland, Y.M.C.A.
Voicing: sheet-music/disco/
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