Review: Add some fun to your Christmas shows! "I Want A Hippopotamus for Christmas" - If you've been looking for a fresh, playful holiday song to put a big smile on everyone's face, look no further! This forgotten classic from the late 1950's big, bright, brassy, and sassy, with the melody shared by all four voice parts, and even a section where the group becomes a (vocal) brass band. It is a Dr. Demento Christmas staple. "Up on the Housetop" - "Bring me an iPhone with lots of apps" - this jazzy update to the traditional Christmas song really connects with the good little boys and girls of the wired generation! Easily customized with your own personal gift list, this will be a perfect holiday novelty song for concerts and caroling gigs alike! The impeccable Michele Weir touch is clearly evident in this warm un-accompanied arrangement of the Charlie Brown classic song "Christmas Time Is Here". Bells are associated with the holiday season as well as celebratory and inspirational tributes and events. "Ding-a Ding-a Ding" will be your favorite choral imitating the ring and sound of bells. Polyphonic and homophonic sections play off each other and add to the diverse sound. Based on Chopin's Minute Waltz, this lighter arrangement called "Christmas In A Minute" will lift any group to a new level. An excellent encore!

Songlist: Christmas In A Minute, I Want A Hippopotamus for Christmas, Christmas Time Is Here, Up on the Housetop, Ding-a Ding-a Ding

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

Review: The British boy band One Direction has captured the hearts and attention of young fans all over the world! The catchy single "What Makes You Beautiful", from their Up All Night album, is fun and upbeat and ideal for young choirs and audiences in this accessible setting. The up-tempo chart-topping "Live While We're Young" has a fantastic dance groove, fun triadic vocal harmonies and a built in audience of teen fans! Charting in over 20 countries, the Billboard Hot 100 hit "Best Song Ever" was declared the "Best Song of the Summer" by MTV. "Dance all night to the best song ever!" 

Songlist: What Makes You Beautiful, One Direction (Choral Highlights), Live While We're Young, Best Song Ever

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

Review: "God Bless America" and "The Star Spangled Banner" are two of our nation's most beloved patriotic songs. Here we offer a practical and well-crafted selection of top-notch a cappella arrangements for women's voices. These arrangements are distinctive settings of America's national anthem and are an excellent choice for many performance and civic events. "God Bless America" - Ballgames, community events and concert performances - whether you sing the optional opening verse or jump straight to the chorus, this a cappella setting of the beloved patriotic classic by Irving Berlin will fill many programming options! The Grammy-winning singer Kelly Clarkson scored big with an elegant, pitch-perfect and rousing rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Super Bowl XLVI with choral back-up provided by the Indianapolis Children's Choir, conducted by Henry Leck. Here is the arrangement in two keys, the original in G, as sung by Kelly and a B-flat edition, for use with soprano or tenor soloist, or a group of singers.

Songlist: Sing Hallelu!, The Star-Spangled Banner, God Bless America, The Star-Spangled Banner

Voicing: patriotic/

Review: From their hit holiday recording "That's Christmas To Me" here are four songs by Pentatonix. Included is their unique rendition of the beloved Austrian carol "Silent Night", with fresh harmonies and contemporary vocal improvisations. The group's cover of "White Winter Hymnal" by Fleet Foxes is in their signature a cappella style with only body percussion as accompaniment. With a repeating vocal phrase that gradually extends and a wordless contrasting section, this will be a captivating selection that will surround your audience with sound and rhythm. Accessible and fun to rehearse for winter or general programming. Keep the joy of family and Christmas in your heart with "That's Christmas to Me" a simply beautiful original from Pentatonix! Full harmonies and a straightforward lyric style make this a wonderful selection. Choirs and ensembles will love recreating the special sounds of this popular vocal group! "Mary, Did You Know?" may be sung a cappella or accompanied. Ideal for pop/jazz or concert choirs, the beautiful layered vocal textures will create a stunning moment in your concert!

Songlist: Silent Night, That's Christmas to Me, White Winter Hymnal, Mary, Did You Know?

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

Review: From their hit holiday recording "That's Christmas To Me" here are four songs by Pentatonix. Included is their unique rendition of the beloved Austrian carol "Silent Night", with fresh harmonies and contemporary vocal improvisations. The group's cover of "White Winter Hymnal" by Fleet Foxes is in their signature a cappella style with only body percussion as accompaniment. With a repeating vocal phrase that gradually extends and a wordless contrasting section, this will be a captivating selection that will surround your audience with sound and rhythm. Accessible and fun to rehearse for winter or general programming. Keep the joy of family and Christmas in your heart with "That's Christmas to Me" a simply beautiful original from Pentatonix! Full harmonies and a straightforward lyric style make this a wonderful selection. Choirs and ensembles will love recreating the special sounds of this popular vocal group! "Mary, Did You Know?" may be sung a cappella or accompanied. Ideal for pop/jazz or concert choirs, the beautiful layered vocal textures will create a stunning moment in your concert!

Songlist: That's Christmas to Me, White Winter Hymnal, Silent Night, Mary, Did You Know?

Review: From their hit holiday recording "That's Christmas To Me" here are four songs by Pentatonix. Included is their unique rendition of the beloved Austrian carol "Silent Night", with fresh harmonies and contemporary vocal improvisations. The group's cover of "White Winter Hymnal" by Fleet Foxes is in their signature a cappella style with only body percussion as accompaniment. With a repeating vocal phrase that gradually extends and a wordless contrasting section, this will be a captivating selection that will surround your audience with sound and rhythm. Accessible and fun to rehearse for winter or general programming. Keep the joy of family and Christmas in your heart with "That's Christmas to Me" a simply beautiful original from Pentatonix! Full harmonies and a straightforward lyric style make this a wonderful selection. Choirs and ensembles will love recreating the special sounds of this popular vocal group! "Mary, Did You Know?" may be sung a cappella or accompanied. Ideal for pop/jazz or concert choirs, the beautiful layered vocal textures will create a stunning moment in your concert!

Songlist: Silent Night, White Winter Hymnal, That's Christmas to Me, Mary, Did You Know?

Review: "Let It Go", the epic single from the smash Disney film Frozen, has been memorably covered by Pentatonix. This a cappella setting inspired by that version dazzles with harmony, color and emotion for a spectacular choral showcase. Adapted from the Pentatonix cover of "Rather Be" by Clean Bandit, this is an awesome vocal showcase for pop and show groups from high school and up! Irresistible! "Save the World/Don't You Worry Child" has the vibrant a cappella sounds of Pentatonix, the accessible setting of the mash-up by Swedish House Mafia also has optional accompaniment, making this a fantastic showcase for high school pop and show choirs.

Songlist: Let It Go, Rather Be, Save the World/Don't You Worry Child

Review: "Let It Go", the epic single from the smash Disney film Frozen, has been memorably covered by Pentatonix. This a cappella setting inspired by that version dazzles with harmony, color and emotion for a spectacular choral showcase. Adapted from the Pentatonix cover of "Rather Be" by Clean Bandit, this is an awesome vocal showcase for pop and show groups from high school and up! Irresistible! "Save the World/Don't You Worry Child" has the vibrant a cappella sounds of Pentatonix, the accessible setting of the mash-up by Swedish House Mafia also has optional accompaniment, making this a fantastic showcase for high school pop and show choirs.

Songlist: Rather Be, Let It Go, Save the World/Don't You Worry Child

Review: "Let It Go", the epic single from the smash Disney film Frozen, has been memorably covered by Pentatonix. This a cappella setting inspired by that version dazzles with harmony, color and emotion for a spectacular choral showcase. Adapted from the Pentatonix cover of "Rather Be" by Clean Bandit, this is an awesome vocal showcase for pop and show groups from high school and up! Irresistible! "Save the World/Don't You Worry Child" has the vibrant a cappella sounds of Pentatonix, the accessible setting of the mash-up by Swedish House Mafia also has optional accompaniment, making this a fantastic showcase for high school pop and show choirs.

Songlist: Rather Be, Let It Go, Save the World/Don't You Worry Child

Review: Spread a little Christmas cheer with this doo-wop-style a cappella arrangement of the classic '50s pop song. "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree." This arrangement works great in all the voicings! Here is a playful "doo-wop" flavored setting of the traditional English carol, "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen." With great solo opportunities, "Silver Bells," is ideal for concerts, caroling and more! One of the most loved Christmas songs of all time, in a lush a cappella setting, will bring a special moment to every holiday performance! Here's a campy doo-wop setting of the Meredith Willson classic, "It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas." Don't miss it! This version of "Carol Of The Bells" has new a cappella lyrics by Kirby Shaw, and a jazz waltz setting that is truly unique! This package also includes a playful doo-wop setting of "Deck the Hall" with solo opportunities and choreography possibilities. Arranged for a cappella voices, this piece is transportable for program options and caroling. "White Christmas" is included in this package as well.

Songlist: Silver Bells, Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, White Christmas, It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas, Deck the Halls

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

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. Easily transportable for carorling or other programming options, the doo-wop style a cappella setting of 'A Holly Jolly Christmas' will be first on everyone's list. Feature a soloist over the fun vocal accompaniment in 'The Holly and the Ivy.' Arranged for a cappella voices, this piece is also transportable for program options and caroling. Feature a soloist or small group over the festive "fa-la-la-la" vocal accompaniment in this perfect arrangement of 'Masters in this Hall.' Starting in unison it builds to a marvelous four-part finish with optional percussion and melody instruments. Full divisi choral textures and rich harmonies are the hallmark of this a cappella edition of 'The Christmas Song,' arranged by Jerry Rubino. This setting will enhance any holiday program!

Songlist: The Holly and the Ivy, White Christmas, A Holly Jolly Christmas, The Holly and the Ivy, Masters In This Hall, The Christmas Song

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

Review: Thie Olivia Newton-John hit from the '70s "Let Me Be There" translates perfectly as a gospel-edged pop piece for today's choirs. There's a little hint of Elvis, too. Well-crafted choral writing combines with rhythmic drive to make your group come alive. There's a brief hand clapping a cappella section as the piece builds toward the big finish. "Build Me Up Buttercup" - Think collegiate-style a cappella with a street corner, doo-wop twist! Great individual vocal lines layer to make this a full-sounding choral from start to finish. An excellent change of pace in any concert. Scat your way to success with this inventive vocal setting of the '70s favorite "Pick Up the Pieces", a soul classic by the Average White Band. "Your Smiling Face" - A show stopper, for sure! Arranged in a collegiate, street-corner a cappella-style, with a featured Tenor solo. A fantastic change of pace. Considered to be their farewell single, the 1983 ABBA hit "Thank You For The Music" gently grooves in this contemporary a cappella setting from Kirby Shaw. A great choice for smaller ensembles or concert groups. "Without a song or a dance, what are we?"

Songlist: Build Me Up, Buttercup, Pick Up the Pieces, Let Me Be There, Your Smiling Face, Thank You For The Music

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Review: Featured in the DreamWorks Motion Picture Shrek, this new arrangement of Leonard Cohen's 'Hallelujah,' as performed by the King's Singers, will be a touching moment in any program. Powerful poetry, deep emotion, warm choral textures are all highlights of Sarah McLachlan's 'Angel,' now in an expressive a cappella setting. Now available in this a cappella concert arrangement, the moving lyrics and soaring vocals of Josh Groban's 'You Raise Me Up!' will inspire all who hear it. Kirby Shaw's exquisite a cappella arrangement of Billy Joel's 'And So it Goes' is available for men's and women's ensembles. This bluesy a cappella doo-wop setting of 'Change the World' has a great message and is easy to learn. Classic Eric Clapton! A great pop or jazz choir feature! The Norah Jones classic single, 'Don't Know Why,' is now available in a rich a cappella setting that will be equally rewarding to rehearse and perform.

Songlist: Hallelujah, Angel, You Raise Me Up, Change The World, Don't Know Why

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Review: The 1978 movie Ice Castles featured a musical score by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Carole Bayer Sager. This 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! Russell Robinson embraces all the beauty and sensitivity of this Errol Garner pop tune, "Misty," in a very simple setting that will add a touch of class to any choral concert. Also included in this package is "Java Jive" arranged by Kirby Shaw, and Jeff Funk's arrangement of "Blue Moon."

Songlist: Misty, Java Jive, Ice Castles, Theme from (Through the Eyes of Love), Blue Moon

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

Review: Have some fun with your male voices with these clever and humorous arrangements! "Manly Men's Chorus Extravaganza" is a light-hearted choice for men's choir, the "extravaganza" pokes gentle fun at the male chorus singing tradition. Echoing themes well-known to most men's choirs, this is a singer's song. Moderately easy. From the Real Group's Anders Edenroth "The Modern Man" is great fun for choirs and their audiences. It's a 'tongue-in-cheek' piece on the meaning of being 'a modern man.' Fine selection for festival and concert. Written expressly for the three men of Swedish vocal jazz phenomenon The Real Group. Great entertainment!

Songlist: Manly Men's Chorus Extravaganza, The Modern Man

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/ttbb/

Review: Great songs with such sweet harmony! "Unchained Melody" - Featured in the movie Ghost, the beautiful 12/8 feel of this Righteous Brothers love ballad is timeless. "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" - Soulful ballad from The Righteous Brothers, with optional solo. Excellent pop programming! "(You're My) Soul and Inspiration" - This #1 song from 1966 by the Righteous Brothers is a powerhouse in this super TBB arrangement by Mac Huff.

Songlist: (You're My) Soul and Inspiration, Unchained Melody, You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling

Review: The Sarah McLachlan hit "Angel", featured in the movie soundtrack from City of Angels, offers a gentle pop groove and is easily learned. "graduatyion" - Originally recorded by Sarah McLachlan in 1995, the 1999 live recording was the main theme of the motion picture The Brothers McMullen. With its gentle pop groove and message, it will be a great choral showcase for spring concert and graduation. "When She Loved Me" - The tender love song from Toy Story 2 performed by Sarah McLachlan, portrays the emotions felt by the cowgirl doll Jessie when abandoned by her owner.

Songlist: Angel, I Will Remember You, When She Loved Me

Review: Paul Simon is certainly one of the greatest songwriters of the modern popular song and here are some classics that are sure to please. "Baby Driver" - Sheer, unbridled fun! For college or adult jazz chorus, this arrangement as sung by the New York Voices is a bit tricky, but well worth the effort. It features incredible harmony and rhythm and some a cappella sections, but the purpose of this piece is not to get technical-just to have fun! Four-part scat singing frames the piece on either end, while your baritone soloist goes to town (with great choral support) on each verse. Baby Driver, extracted from the New York Voices Songs of Paul Simon CD, is a toe-tappin', hand-clappin' jazz party. Invite everyone you know! "Bridge Over Troubled Water" - The true beauty of the powerful lyrics in this Simon & Garfunkel hit from 1970 comes shining through in this accessible and well-crafted a cappella setting. From the simple and intimate opening to the full-voiced conclusion, your singers and audiences will enjoy an emotional concert experience! "The Sound of Silence" - The excitement for a brand new Pentatonix arrangement of a beloved pop or rock tune has become something of an achievement in an of itself. This time, Simon & Garfunkel's chart topper from '65 gets a fully vocal musical tribute. "Old Friends" - The New York Voices hit a home run with their beautiful and poignant rendition of this song. Fred Sturm has taken that arrangement and made it appropriate for concert choir.

Songlist: Baby Driver, Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Sound of Silence, Old Friends

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Review: "April Come She Will" - The King's Singers setting of the famous Simon and Garfunkel song explores the seasons through a gentle vocal tapestry of rhythm and rich harmony with a smooth lead floating above it all. "Bridge Over Troubled Water" - The phenomenal Simon & Garfunkel #1 hit from 1970 in a powerful a cappella setting! From the wistful opening phrases, this iconic song builds to a full-voiced forte, alternating between rich homophonic choral textures and solo melodies with vocal accompaniment sections, before its quiet and gentle closing tones. "Mrs. Robinson" - Hailed as one of the most underrated guitar players on the planet, Paul Simon and his writing/singing partner Art Garfunkel were tasked with creating the soundtrack to 1967's coming-of-age film The Graduate. Vocal percussion, sensitive guitar licks, and the duo's signature harmony all coalesce in this stunning a cappella arrangement from Philip Lawson!

Songlist: April Come She Will, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Mrs. Robinson

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

Review: "Bridge Over Troubled Water" - The incredibly talented Mark Hayes breathes new life into this inspirational favorite. Beginning with a cool, almost tribal, percussive groove, new harmonies sweep in and out of this outstanding arrangement that only he could have created. "Homeward Bound" - This iconic song by Paul Simon from the 1966 Simon & Garfunkel album Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme was also a hit single that same year. With lyrics that express loneliness and longing for home and well-loved and familiar harmonies, choirs will enjoy recreating the sound of an earlier era. "At the Zoo" - In the Choral Explorations jazz series for developing choirs, this whimsical song from Simon & Garfunkel is a perfect introduction to style, technique and blend. "The Sound of Silence' - The excitement for a brand new Pentatonix a cappella arrangement of a beloved pop or rock tune has become something of an achievement in an of itself. This time, Simon & Garfunkel's chart topper from '65 gets a fully vocal musical tribute.

Songlist: Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound, At the Zoo, The Sound of Silence

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: "The Sound Of Silence" - This hit propelled Simon and Garfunkel to popularity in the 1960s. Mark Hayes' new arrangement is fully orchestrated to create a fresh sound, but in keeping with the familiarity of the work that is so loved and respected. "Bridge Over Troubled Water" - Kirby Shaw's phenomenal arrangement of this Simon & Garfunkel hit ballad is contemporary choral writing at its finest! The light, harmonic a cappella opening is contrasted with this soaring fresh gospel-style setting that holds opportunities for improvisation from multiple soloists. This is an excellent choice for a pops concert or graduation. "Loves Me Like A Rock" - Paul Simon's fabulous '70s hit comes to choral life keeping true to its original sound. Optional tenor and soprano solos with backing chorus and gospel-style harmonies, all to a great shuffle-beat, will make this a performance gem for your men's choirs

Songlist: Loves Me Like A Rock, The Sound Of Silence, Bridge Over Troubled Water

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/ttbb/

Review: Sing the king! "Can't Help Falling in Love" - A whole new generation has been introduced to the music of Elvis through Lilo and Stitch. This new concert choir arrangement uses rich vocal textures and a flowing accompaniment to make it a perfect addition to your program. "Burning Love" - Here's a churnin' and burnin' tune that's hot, hot, hot! The 1972 pop hit by Elvis Presley has been covered by dozens of other artists and will be an awesome feature for show and pop groups everywhere! "Love Me Tender" - This setting of the Elvis Presley #1 song from 1956 is simply stunning. You'll create a very special moment in your concert with this breath-taking arrangement. "Blue Suede Shoes" - Don't you...step on my blue suede shoes! Elvis feature highlights great lyrics in an authentic rock 'n roll setting!

Songlist: Can't Help Falling in Love, Burning Love, Love Me Tender, Blue Suede Shoes

Review: "Under Pressure" - The full cast of Smash covered this 1981 classic by Queen as their characters built up to the episode on The Tonys. A fantastic opener for any concert and a great showcase for multiple soloists! "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" - With a walking bass line, sizzling horns and over-the-top vocals this rockabilly hit from Queen gets a vocal jazz remake! Equally effective with pop/show choirs, this chart will put your group on the map! "Somebody to Love" - The whole cast of Glee takes center stage with this amazing vocal powerhouse arrangement. A fantastic and uplifting closer to any concert! "Bohemian Rhapsody" - One of the most enduring pop hits of the 1970's is now available in all voicings and with an option for live instrumental accompaniment! It's the perfect pop/jazz feature or tongue-in-cheek encore piece for concert choirs. "One Vision" - The powerful 1985 song by Queen was featured in the British choir competition Last Choir Standing and offers a strong message of following your vision and overcoming the odds. A fantastic selection for concert, pop and show choirs!

Songlist: Under Pressure, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Somebody to Love, Bohemian Rhapsody, One Vision

Review: "You're My Best Friend" - The British rock band Queen made this a hit and the song has had a long life being used in movies, television shows and commercials. This arrangement taps into that popularity and makes for a lively selection for both concert and show choirs and is a great selection for graduation. "Don't Stop Me Now" - We're havin' a good time! The classic rock harmonies that are a signature of Queen's sound are a natural fit for this driving choral arrangement. The over-the-top lyrics are dynamic sections make this offering a great opener to any Pops concert. "We Are the Champions" - The mega hit movie Bohemian Rhapsody has introduced a whole new audience to the music of Queen. And there are few rock songs that lend themselves so well to choral singing. This is an arrangement that combines classic Queen with classic choral singing for a powerhouse pop/rock addition to your choir concert. "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!

Songlist: You're My Best Friend, Don't Stop Me Now, We Are the Champions, We Will Rock You

Review: John Lennon and Paul McCartney were without doubt one of the finest songwriting teams ever and many of their songs are very well suited for a cappella. Here's an expressive a cappella setting of the classic "Here, There and Everywhere", full of wonderful textures, lyric lines, and lots of opportunities for rubato styling! "Yesterday" has lush chords with well-crafted vocal lines are the highlight of this warm a cappella setting. With opportunities for both male and female soloists, this classic Beatles tune is a perfect choice for many concert programs. This sensitive, well-crafted arrangement of the beautiful "In My Life" is great for vocal jazz groups, pop/show ensembles, and concert choirs as well. Warm harmonies and gently nuanced textures give Roger Emerson's setting special appeal. From the Beatles' 1966 hit movie and single "Yesterday" is a fun and colorful a cappella arrangement and "The Long and Winding Road" is skillfully arranged and will be a standout in any concert. Treat your audience to an a cappella moment they will remember for a long, long time. This great new arrangement of the beautiful Beatles song "I Will" fits right into a fine concert or festival selection, and will challenge and reward good high school ensembles as well as university choirs.

Songlist: Here, There And Everywhere, Yesterday, In My Life, Yellow Submarine, The Long and Winding Road

Voicing: sheet-music/beatles/

Review: The Beatles iconic song "Eleanor Rigby" from 1966 in a stunning a cappella setting that crosses boundaries between pop, jazz and concert choral in a spectacular fashion! This arrangement is breathtaking! Your choir will love to explore the sounds and rhythms and textures of a cappella music with this accessible arrangement of the classic Beatles song "Girl" also from 1966. Great solo showcase, too! Rhythmic vitality infuses this a cappella setting of the 1964 #1 hit "Can't Buy Me Love" that is sure to become an audience and singer favorite! The Beatles classic "Drive My Car" is given a modern a cappella twist by noted arranger Deke Sharon.

Songlist: Drive My Car, Eleanor Rigby, Girl

Voicing: sheet-music/beatles/

Review: Quite possibly the best girl group ever. "You Can't Hurry Love" Mac Huff captures all the style and appeal of the era in this exciting arrangement of the 1966 #1 hit by the Supremes. "You Keep Me Hangin' On" - This contemporary treatment of the 1966 #1 pop hit by the Supremes (and #1 in 1987 by Kim Wilde) really cooks! "Someday We'll Be Together" - Number 1 in 1969, this was the final release by the Supremes featuring Diana Ross. Quickly-learned, it's a great feature for a small ensemble or your full group. "Stop! In the Name of Love" - This 1965 #1 hit by the Supremes will be #1 with your girls' group, too! Super dance feature!

Songlist: You Keep Me Hangin' On, You Can't Hurry Love, Baby, I'm in Love, Someday We'll Be Together, Stop! In the Name of Love

Review: "America the Beautiful" and "The Star Spangled Banner" are two of our nation's most beloved patriotic songs. Here we offer a practical and well-crafted collection of top-notch a cappella arrangements for mixed voices and there is bound to be at least one that suitable for your group. "The Star Spangled Banner" - Kirby Shaw's rich a cappella setting sounds much more difficult than it is, thanks to careful voice leading. It will give a special touch to assemblies or any other performance. David L. Brunner - This fresh new arrangement was written in response to the events of September 11, 2001. Barry Talley - Written for the 2000 Texas All-State Choir, this distinctive setting of America's national anthem is an excellent choice for many performance and civic ceremonies. "America the Beautiful" - Katherine Lee Bates arrangement brings freshness to the familiar, this gospel-tinged a cappella arrangement of the powerful patriotic classic will have audiences out of their chairs and onto their feet. Jack Halloran's unique arranging style brings a special quality to this stirring American patriotic classic. "Lift Your Voice, America" is a distinctive a cappella pairing of "America the Beautiful" and "Battle Hymn of the Republic", this setting is a refreshing change of pace.

Songlist: The Star-Spangled Banner, The Star-Spangled Banner, The Star-Spangled Banner, America, The Beautiful, America, The Beautiful, Lift Your Voice, America

Voicing: patriotic/

Review: Grab your sunglasses and beach gear and add some Sixties sizzle to your concert! These 60's pop hits by the Beach Boys captures all the authentic fun in the sun you could ever want and is a perfect choice for younger choirs! You'll have fun, fun, fun with these Discovery Pop arrangements. Written especially for developing choirs, the repetitive voice parts help accelerate the teaching process. Great harmony songs.

Songlist: The Very Best of the Beach Boys (Medley), Be True To Your School, Fun, Fun, Fun, Beach Boys Blast, Surfin' U.S.A.

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/2-parts/

Review: Here's some big fun for your choir. "Hawaii Five-O Theme" - Now available in an accompanied setting for younger choirs! It's the instantly recognized theme from the incredibly popular TV show, now familiar to a new generation of fans in the newest TV version of the series. A great showcase for building pop, jazz and show skills while having fun in the process! "Linus and Lucy" - From the opening strains, everyone will recognize the quirky, jazzy theme by Vince Guaraldi and featured in the popular animated Peanuts television specials! This well-crafted arrangement includes scat lyrics above the familiar piano groove. "The Addams Family" - They're creepy and they're kooky, mysterious and spooky! Your choirs will love this altogether ooky theme from the hit movie The Addams Family. "The Simpsons" - Celebrate 20 years of The Simpsons with this zany vocal setting of their famous theme song! Instantly recognizable and a blast to sing! "TV Time! - America's Classic Television Themes" - Singers and audiences alike will have a great time remembering these classics.

Songlist: Hawaii Five-O Theme, Linus and Lucy, The Addams Family, The Simpsons (Theme), TV Time! - America's Classic Television Themes

Review: The girl groups who at their peak of their popularity in the 50's and 60's and these medleys feature some of the best songs of the era. Your girls will enjoy getting into the swing with these classics

Songlist: Twistin' at the Hop, Big Girls Don't Cry (Medley), It's My Party Medley, The Best of the Girl Groups (Medley), Sugartime (Medley)

Review: We love a cappella! So let's sing of its joys. "Doin' It A Cappella" - Here's a perfect theme song for your a cappella ensemble! Set against fingersnaps on 2 and 4, this peppy tune has plenty of energy and personality with optional spoken and sung solos throughout! "Why We Sing A Cappella" - There is no lack of energy, expression or emotion in this new unaccompanied setting and will absolutely thrill a cappella choirs desiring to sing this timeless modern choral classic. "Good Old A Cappella" - First performed by The Persuasions and popularized by The Nylons, this is an a cappella classic! "A Cappella" - Set in a bluesy a cappella shuffle, this funky original by Kirby Shaw (a.k.a. Dr. Jazz!) will have you flying solo!

Songlist: Doin' It A Cappella, Why We Sing A Cappella, A Cappella

Review: Manly Songs! "Guys Got 2 Sing" - Here's a churnin' burnin' original that will help your young men discover the fun and camaraderie that singing can bring into their lives. Great for small groups all the way up to festival performances! "Brothers In Song" - Build camaraderie and solidarity in your men's ensemble with this up-tempo celebration of song! An excellent theme for a men's concert or festival, your guys will stand tall together and sing strong. "Real Men Sing!" - Taking its title from the popular festivals around the country that help young men find the joy and richness that singing brings to life, this uptempo original will showcase your men's choir. After listing all the activities that real men might do (run a marathon, climb a mountain, race a car, pump iron), it's very clear...they can also SING! "Mighty Men of Song" - Let your men belt out this wonderful arrangement. The duo of Williams and Martin hit a home run with this work that sings of the importance of the men in the chorus through the familiar tunes of Hail, Hail the Gang's All Here and Vive la Compagnie, creating a work that is educational, musical and humorous. A masculine hit!

Songlist: Guys Got 2 Sing, Brothers In Song, Real Men Sing!, We're the Men, Mighty Men of Song

Voicing: sheet-music/manly/

Review: 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! Introduce your choir to the fun of a cappella singing with this accessible arrangement of the Lee Ann Womack hit "I Hope You Dance" that topped the charts in 2001. Crafted for success, this setting gives all the parts a chance to sing the melody while the background vocals are easy and create a perfect stylistic texture. "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! Here is the tender love ballad from "Where Is Love?" Oliver in a shimmering a cappella setting for women's voices. A gem!

Songlist: Come In From The Rain, I Hope You Dance, We Will Rock You, Where Is Love?

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: "Candle On The Water" is a simply breath-taking setting for women's voices and "Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay" is a soulful a cappella rendition of the 1968 #1 pop hit by Otis Redding that's great for pop and jazz groups. From the Beatles' 1966 hit movie and single "Yellow Submarine" is a colorful, fun arrangement and Kirby Shaw does a wonderful job with the beautiful "Somewhere Out There" from American Tail.

Songlist: Candle On The Water (from Pete's Dragon), Somewhere Out There, (Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay, Yellow Submarine

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Various Arrangers : Women's Heavenly Pop

Review: Kirby Shaw's exquisite arrangements of two Billy Joel ballads "And So It Goes" and "Lullaby", one of the most poignant and beautiful songs of the '90s, are simply stunning. The moving lyrics and soaring vocals of the Josh Groban classic "You Raise Me Up" will inspire all who hear it and powerful poetry, deep emotion, warm choral textures are all highlights of the Sarah McLachlan hit "Angel", now in an expressive a cappella setting. Haunting!

Songlist: Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel), Angel, You Raise Me Up

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: Kirby Shaw's tradition for creating exceptional a cappella ballads continues with this wonderful arrangement of the Gershwin classic "Embraceable You." Showcase your singers with this very special arrangement! The 1978 movie Ice Castles featured a musical score by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Carole Bayer Sager. This 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 presents a lush a cappella arrangement of "The Rose" the beautiful song made popular by Bette Midler in the film of the same name. The classic Vincent Youman song " Without a Song" has delighted audiences for decades and has been recorded by artists of every genre. Kirby Shaw has added his superior arranging talent to provide us with a truly wonderful new arrangement.

Songlist: Embraceable You, Ice Castles, Misty, The Rose, Without a Song

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Various Arrangers : Women's Pop Christmas

Review: Spread a little Christmas cheer with the doo-wop-style arrangement of the classic '50s pop song " Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree". Works great in all the voicings. Easily transportable for carorling or other programming options, this doo-wop style a cappella setting of this holiday favorite will be first on everyone's list. Irving Berlin's classic " White Christmas " is exquisite and "Silver Bells", one of the most loved Christmas songs of all time, will bring a special moment to every holiday performance! There's a campy doo-wop setting of the Meredith Willson classic " It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas" and a playful doo-wop setting of "Deck the Hall" with solo opportunities and choreography possibilities, this piece is transportable for program options and caroling.

Songlist: Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree, A Holly Jolly Christmas, Carol of the Bells, White Christmas, Silver Bells, It's Beginning To Look Like Christmas, Deck the Halls

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

Review: Celebrate the artistry of Whitney Houston in this collection of her greatest hits. "I Will Always Love Whitney" - This short medley of three of her greatest hits! One of the world's most successful musical superstars, she sold over 170 million albums with a unique crossover appeal that transcended style and genre. "How Will I Know" - Whitney's #1 pop hit from 1986 makes a fantastic feature for girls' pop groups. A winner! "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" - The Glee cast explores a more spiritual side of life in the episode from Season 1 with this uplifting song originally recorded by Whitney Houston. Powerful gospel harmonies and solo opportunities make this an excellent choice for concert performance or worship!

Songlist: I Will Always Love You, How Will I Know, I Look to You, I Wanna Dance with Somebody, I Will Always Love Whitney

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: "Royals" - The pop megahit and Grammy-winning song of the year by Lorde will be an accessible and fun introduction to pop a cappella for younger SSA choirs!"Happy" - Younger or beginning a cappella groups will love this creative and upbeat song from Pharrell arranged for unaccompanied voices!"The Climb" - This Miley Cyrus song continues in popularity and offers an inspirational message for pop and spring programming in this unaccompanied setting.Katy Perry's #1 hit "Roar" was immensely popular with young singers, with its affirming message of strength and inspiration. This accessible a cappella setting gives it a whole new dimension for developing choral skills and confidence.

Songlist: Royals, Happy, The Climb, Roar

Style: Teen

Review: Introduce your middle school men to the classic sound of the Beatles! Authentic-sounding right down to the accompaniment, these well-crafted arrangement is irresistible! Your guys will love jamming to the #1 hit "get Back" from 1969 with its iconic guitar riffs and fun lyrics. Perfect for younger choirs, it would be easy to add a student rhythm section for the complete garage band effect! "Ticket To Ride" - From the movie Help!, this was one of the incredible series of #1 hits by The Beatles. This arrangement for guys is crafted to be successful for middle school TB choirs and offers all the appeal of the original recording. "Girl" Your choir will love to explore the sounds and rhythms and textures of a cappella music with this accessible arrangement of the classic Beatles song from 1966. Great solo showcase, too!" - Your choir will love to explore the sounds and rhythms and textures of a cappella music with this accessible arrangement of the classic Beatles song from 1966. Great solo showcase, too!

Songlist: I Feel Fine, Get Back, Ticket To Ride, Girl

Voicing: sheet-music/beatles/
Style: Teen

Review: "Barbara Ann" - Introduce your middle school men to the classic sound of the Beach Boys! Authentic sounding right down to the accompaniment, this well-crafted arrangement is unstoppable! "Poison Ivy" - This Discovery arrangement for men uses limited ranges great for developing choirs. Add some choreography and feature your men in your next concert! "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" - The #1 hit from 1964 by Manfred Mann is one of the most recognized songs of the era and will be a favorite for young men's choirs of today. Easily learned and a fantastic concert feature! "Jailhouse Rock" - The #1 hit for seven weeks in 1957, this Elvis Presley classic has been named one of Rolling Stone's 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. Fun to learn and fun to perform, this arrangement is unstoppable!

Songlist: Barbara Ann, Poison Ivy, Do Wah Diddy Diddy, Everybody's Gone Surfin', Jailhouse Rock

Style: Teen

Review: The number one Temptations R&B classic "Ain't Too Proud To Beg" makes for a great closer or encore, and will have your audience clapping along. The melody sits in a perfect range to be sung by any voice parts (bass can be sung an octave lower), and with 4 verses it's a great opportunity for a shared solo. A soulful tenor solo soaring over rhythmic four part harmonies brings the Marvin Gaye Motown classic "I Heard It Through the Grapevine" to life. A perfect mid-set song to show off your group's ability to groove. "September" - Just four parts, but sounds like a dozen! The melody skips from part to part as the other voices playfully recreate Earth Wind and Fire's horns, guitars, bass, keyboards... everything but the costumes! NBC's sensational singing competition The Sing-Off continued its popularity again in 2011 with an exuberant celebration of the Lionel Richie #1 hit from 1983. Mesmerizing vocal grooves combine with solos and duets to create a joyful showcase for all types of vocal ensembles!

Songlist: Ain't Too Proud To Beg, I Heard It Through the Grapevine, September, All Night Long (All Night)

Review: Original arrangements from "Grateful Praise", the 5th excellent CD from Utah-based Contemporary Christian sextet Eclipse. We have been watching Eclipse with great interest since their dynamic performances at the Harmony Sweeps Finals in 2001 and 2002, winners of the Denver and Pacific NW Regionals. The group's trademark sound features tight, smooth harmonies, solid vocal percussion, complex, beautiful arrangements and high energy.

Songlist: All Creatures of Our God and King, For The Beauty of the Earth, His Eye is on the Sparrow, Mercy's Arms

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/ttbb/

Review: Beautiful harmonies and a lyrical melody combine to make "Once Upon A Time" a true classic. Recorded by many artists including Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darrin, the song was featured in the Broadway production of All American. The touching standard " Till There Was You", from The Music Man, in a beautiful a cappella setting by Kirby Shaw with jazz harmonies that will enchant both your singers and your audience. "If Ever I Would Leave You " is one of the top Broadway love ballads of all time, and this arrangement is a natural for a cappella women. Fantastic lyrics offer unique opportunities for lyric expression. The new setting of "Memory" from the pen of former King's Singers Philip Lawson has sensitive harmony and thoughtful voice-leading making this Broadway chestnut a winner!

Songlist: Once Upon a Time, Memory, Till There Was You, What I Did For Love

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/vocal-jazz-female/

Review: Few country tunes in the past decade have had a bigger impact that his future classic "Mayberry" by Rascal Flatts, which reminds us how good the good old days were. The fast-moving harmonies and sixteenth note background textures supporting the tenor solo sound far harder to sing than they are, resulting in a great "show-off" piece for your group. Craig Hella Johnson's setting of Dolly Parton's "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" is infused with light and hopefulness as it opens with a solo soprano and gradually builds to a joyful overflowing of sound and vocal texture, then gently relaxing into a reflective conclusion. The tender a cappella ballad "When You Say Nothing at All" recorded by Alison Krauss captures all the emotion and expressiveness you could ever want. Perfect for jazz and pop groups, you'll create sheer magic in concert! Introduce your choir to the fun of a cappella singing with this accessible arrangement of the Lee Ann Womack hit "I Hope You Dance" that topped the charts. Crafted for success, this setting gives all the parts a chance to sing the melody while the background vocals are easy and create a perfect stylistic texture. Whether you sing it straight or camp it up, the novelty tune "Happy Trails" from the King of the Cowboys makes a great encore. A cappella or accompanied, you'll ride off into the sunset in style!

Songlist: Happy Trails, I Hope You Dance, Mayberry, When You Say Nothing at All, Light of a Clear Blue Morning

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/contemporary/

Review: These songs are so wonderful they have become part of the great American songbook. The timeless ballad "Unchained Melody" is simply breathtaking! Perfect for concert groups or pop ensembles, this is an arrangement will become a staple in your repertoire. "My Funny Valentine" is on just about everyone's top ten list of all-time classic ballads! Lush harmonies, varied textures, and a timeless melody and lyric...this is it! "Always" has been recorded by hundreds of major artists over the years, the classic simplicity of this Irving Berlin song makes it one of our most treasured standards. This expressive a cappella setting for women's voices will create a magical moment in performance! The classic Irving Berlin song "What'll I Do" was sung by Judy Garland and is a popular standard that has been performed by many great singers. This stellar a cappella arrangement is a real treat and is a perfect song for female voices.

Songlist: What'll I Do?, Always, Unchained Melody, My Funny Valentine

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: Stephen Stills wrote "Find The Cost of Freedom" after visiting a Civil War battle site and the emotion is still potent today: "All the brave soldiers that cannot get older been asking after you ... Find the cost of freedom buried in the ground." The a cappella texture makes it especially moving. "Come Go With Me" - Put a special soloist out front with this doo-wop hit of the '50s! Here's a super arrangement of the top pop hit "Stand By Me" from 1961. "Sixteen Tons" - Here's a great a cappella setting of the Tennessee Ernie Ford work song from the '50s. Excellent independence of voices!

Songlist: Find The Cost of Freedom, Come Go With Me, Stand By Me

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

Review: With its catchy melody, exciting vocal percussion and clever lyrics, "Prime Time Blues" is simply awesome, and is the feature track on The Real Group's most recent album. Excellent for advanced high school or college vocal jazz groups. Written as a jazz original for The Real Group, "Friendship" works just as well for larger choirs of high school level and beyond. The song tells about "Destiny," the ship of your life's journey, with friendship as the central theme. With a beautiful melody line and cool background rhythms, it will make a great program addition. "Pass Me The Jazz" - This up-tempo vocal jazz piece written for The Real Group features sections of scat singing. Left intentionally without dynamic markings, it is meant to get its "color" from the performers. "All Creatures of our God and King" - Combining one of our best-loved hymns with rhythmic vocal jazz background makes this a stunning crossover work to be enjoyed by both singers and audience. The eight-part arrangement will work very well even with a smaller, but strong group of singers. A work that will surely bring light and joy to your program! Enjoy!

Songlist: Prime Time Blues, Friendship, Pass Me The Jazz, All Creatures of our God and King

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/vocal-jazz/

Review: Without a doubt one of the most popular songs of the 20th century, "Don't Worry, Be Happy" is re-created here in an exact transcription of the Bobby McFerrin's original hit recording from the album "Simple Pleasures." 3 Soprano parts, 2 Alto parts, and a very hip Bass line back up the soloist or soloists of your choice - a cappella. Great fun to sing and to hear! A reverent and truly beautiful rendition of the widely known "23rd Psalm," this piece is frequently used in religious services. It's pace is slow and contemplative, and the music enhances the beauty of the language. As recorded on Bobby's "Medicine Music" CD. In "Grace," alto, tenor, and bass voices suggest the chant-like song of a carillon while the sopranos create a rhapsodic melody. This meditative score is enhanced with rhythmic breathing and optional parts for two cellos or cello section. Transcribed from "Hush," Bobby's duo album with Yo-Yo Ma. Each of Bobby's arrangements comes with extensive performance notes. With text adapted from the Book of Matthew, "Manna" provides a simple refrain with wonderfully textured variations that bring light to the thought "Whoever believes in Me will live forever." "Manna" includes a through-composed piano part as an additional color in the ensemble. "Come to Me" is rhythmic music full of life, freedom, and joy. An up-tempo piece to make everyone feel good, "come to me" with text adapted from the Book of John, includes parts for vocal percussion, body percussion, and handclaps. As recorded on Bobby's "Simple Pleasures" CD.

Songlist: knickknack, Don't Worry Be Happy, Grace, 23rd Psalm, Manna, Come to Me

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/vocal-jazz/