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/

Review: Darmon Meader presents two favorite Aesop fable put to song. "The Tortoise and The Hare" starts slowly like the turtle, and ends quickly like the bunny! A fun challenge for any group, and enjoyable for all audiences. High School and above. The second SATB original setting of "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" is a fun challenge and well worth the journey for any seasoned ensemble. With hilarious lyrics and Meader's New York Voices idiomatic jazz writing, this piece is sure to be a concert hit. WithÊThe Lion and the Mouse,ÊMeader completes his charming, jazz-infused Aesop's fables trilogy.ÊDo not overlook these charming pieces

Songlist: The Boy Who Cried Wolf, The Tortoise and The Hare, The Lion and the Mouse

Review: Darmon Meader, director and founder of the New York Voices vocal ensemble, has become world famous for his remarkable choral arrangements. His new arrangements of 'Coventry Carol' and 'The First Noel' have taken on a breathtaking new sound and presentation in these surprising and exquisite piece. 'We Three Kings' is a masterwork for a cappella SATB choir with optional percussion accompaniment. The Eastern feel of the popular carol, We Three Kings is accentuated by the open intervals of the vocal parts and the unique percussion instruments scored within. This is another Darmon Meader holiday classic!

Songlist: Coventry Carol, The First Noel, We Three Kings

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

Review: "What Child is This?" - Darmon Meader uses early and classical music qualities with harmonic updates and new melodic ideas in his arrangement of this classic English Christmas carol. Those familiar with his style will not be disappointed and those new to his music will be delighted to program this holiday favorite. "In the Bleak Midwinter" - This gorgeous holiday favorite has been infused with the magic of Darmon Meader's signature jazz style. Sure to melt the hearts of holiday concert audiences, it is dedicated to jazz composer Steven Zegree and the Singing Hoosiers. Appropriate for ensembles of all sizes, they will never tire of rehearsing or performing In the Bleak Midwinter. "Silent Night" - Often performed by New York Voices, Darmon Meader's a cappella arrangement of the timeless German Christmas carol favorite features Meader's signature vocal jazz style sprinkled with lush harmonic colors. A gorgeous addition to any holiday concert. Darmon Meader works his magic with the familiar carol "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel." This particular carol seems to lend itself to the many metrical alterations and rich harmonic textures we have come to expect from Meader and The New York Voices.

Songlist: What Child is This?, In the Bleak Midwinter, Silent Night, O Come, O Come Emamanuel

Review: The swinging Rodgers and Hart tune "I Could Write a Book" is classic vocal jazz. Includes a scat solo, which is written out or can be sung ad lib. The singers are definitely the stars here, though the arrangement can be done with a variety of accompaniments: piano alone, small instrumental combo, or full jazz ensemble. With "Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me" Darmon adds his vocal jazz touch to Duke Ellington's classic. The lazy, medium swing tempo is just right, and the full-sounding piano accompaniment supports the voices. A breathtaking New York Voices arrangement of the touching ballad "For All We Know", recorded on their CD A Day Like This. The piano accompaniment is stunning and the vocal writing is contemporary. Definitely a great choice for accomplished groups to demonstrate their skill.

Songlist: I Could Write a Book, Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me, On a Clear Day, For All We Know

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

Review: "Love Is Here to Stay" was the last one written by George Gershwin before his untimely death at the age of 39. New York Voices' Darmon Meader has arranged it in a classic a cappella vocal jazz style, with surprisingly little divisi for such a full-sounding arrangement. An extraordinary song, an extraordinary arrangement. Darmon takes a swinging approach to "Taking a Chance on Love", with a tight vocal arrangement accompanied by piano or optional jazz trio. Clever lyrics make it a real audience pleaser, and your singers will appreciate the masterly vocal writing. Vocal jazz groups: don't miss it. "I Can't Believe That You're in Love with Me" was recorded by New York Voices on their Sing, Sing, Sing album.

Songlist: I Can't Believe That You're in Love with Me, Taking A Chance On Love, Love Is Here to Stay

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Review: In "Heartache Tonight" rock & roll, country, and streetcorner sensibilities combine in this fun, up tempo of the Eagles classic. Complete with handclaps and footstomps, this arrangement features a high tenor solo and lots of moving harmony, making it a perfect closing song or encore. "Only You (and You Alone)" is a streetcorner ballad made famous by The Platters is the perfect showcase for a male quartet that's looking for a fun doo-wop piece. The solo is in the first tenor, and crosses into falsetto frequently, allowing for a powerhouse vocal showcase, and the other three parts have fun with the lyrics. Street corner meets close harmony in this rendering of Paul Simon's ode to days-gone-by " Still Crazy After All These Years". Perfect for graduations and retrospective events. The tenor solo can be shared or split between several singers. Light vocal percussion is optional. First a hit for Maurice Chevalier, then Louis Prima, then David Lee Roth, the catchy, flirtatious songs, 'Just A Gigalo/I Ain't Got Nobody' have topped the charts for three generations. Tuneful, playful background parts support a tenor or Baritone solo (which can be shared): send your soloist into the audience and you'll have a huge crowd pleaser.

Songlist: Only You (And You Alone), Still Crazy After All These Years, Just A Gigalo/I Ain't Got Nobody

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

Review: Based on the Nat "King" Cole classic big band recording, this arrangement of "Orange Colored Sky" stacks a swingin' close harmony quartet on a walking vocal bass with soprano lead (either section or solo). Plenty of syncopated rhythms and playful background lyrics make this very fun to sing. The center "instrumental" section allows you to feature a quartet of your most impressive part singers. The a cappella arrangement of "Come Fly With Me" takes the listener on a trip around the world on the wings of one of Frank Sinatra's most iconic songs. Walking bass and playful background parts support a swingin' solo. Vocal percussion optional. "Caravan" - imagine Duke Ellington taking a year's sabbatical in Morroco: A wordless, rhythmically complex Middle-eastern tinged arrangement that breaks into straight jazz in the B section. S, A and T split in half with one trio echoing the other's tight horn sectin-like voicings. Vocal or standad percussion works well here especially multiple percussionists. With "Sing, Sing, Sing" you'll swear you hear an entire big band coming out of your voices in this lyricless take on Benny Goodman's classic recording. Not so easy to sing, but very impressive when all put together and a huge crowd pleaser. No solo, melodic lines move from part to part. vocal percussion is optional.

Songlist: Sing, Sing, Sing, Come Fly With Me, Orange Colored Sky, Caravan

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Review: Here's a collection of three song each from three of the greatest songwriters of the classic jazz song - Gershwin, Porter and Ellington. Highly-regarded arranger Jay Althouse offers some stunning, tight, and tasty harmonies for unaccompanied mixed voices that can be performed separately or as three different sets by composer.

Songlist: A Cole Porter Jazz Trio, Just One Of Those Things, You Do Something To Me, An Ellington Jazz Trio, Solitude, It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing), A Gershwin Jazz Trio, I Got Rhythm, Someone to Watch Over Me, Night and Day, Satin Doll, Nice Work If You Can Get It

Voicing: sheet-music/vintage/

Review: Charts from the Swingle Singers' stellar christmas album, 'The Story of Christmas. 'The Carol Medley,' 'Silent Night' and 'The Twelve Days of Christmas' are all exquisite, eight-part, Jonathan Rathbone arrangements for mixed choirs, while 'We Three Kings' is a hip jazzy take on the popular carol, written for a four-part men's choir.

Songlist: Carol Medley, We Three Kings, The Twelve Days of Christmas, Silent Night

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

Review: Charts from the Swingle Singers' stellar christmas album, 'The Story of Christmas. These three, eight-part, Jonathan Rathbone arrangements will challenge your choir and entice your audience with their beautiful melodies and intricate rhythm and harmony.

Songlist: O Come, O Come Emamanuel, Coventry Carol, Gabriel's Message

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/8-parts/

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Songlist: Nine Hundred Miles, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, The Oak and the Ash

Voicing: a-cappella/arrangements/8-parts/

Review: Here's a handy, jazzy collection that's great for both concerts and caroling! Set in an easy, swingy style, these tunes will be a big hit with your audiences.

Songlist: Christmas Jazz 1, Christmas Jazz 11, The Holly and the Ivy, Silent Night, Jingle Bells, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, Carol of the Bells, Go, Tell It on the Mountain

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Review: Here's a handy, jazzy collection that's great for both concerts and caroling! Set in an easy, swingy style, these tunes will be a big hit with your audiences.

Songlist: Christmas Jazz 1, Christmas Jazz II, Jingle Bells, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, The Holly and the Ivy, Silent Night, Go, Tell It on the Mountain, Carol of the Bells

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Review: Here's a handy, jazzy collection that's great for both concerts and caroling! Set in an easy, swingy style, these tunes will be a big hit with your audiences.

Songlist: Go, Tell It On The Mountain, The Holly And The Ivy, Silent Night, Carol of the Bells, Jingle Bells, We Wish You A Merry Christmas

Voicing: sheet-music/female-voices/

Review: Lambert Hendricks & Ross mastered the art of vocal bebop and the Jon Hendricks classic "Everybody's Boppin'" proves the point with its frantic tempo and the fast swing groove underneath. A vocal jazz tour-de-force! "Birdland" is a quintessential jazz classic with lyrics by the incomparable Jon Hendricks in a funky fusion setting by noted arranger Paris Rutherford. A perfect showcase for vocal jazz groups! Darmon Meader's arrangement of "Charleston Alley" pays tribute to Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, as well as Charlie Barnet, while expanding the voicings, and also placing the song in a much more "SATB-friendly" key. This arrangement is a great introduction to the classic vocalese style of Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, and will work well for most medium to advanced vocal jazz groups.

Songlist: Charleston Alley, Birdland, Everybody's Boppin', Desafinado (Slightly Out of Tune)

Voicing: sheet-music/vintage/

Review: Sing the songs of one of the finest vocal jazz groups ever! "Manhattan Transfer in Concert" is a swinging medley of "Birdland", "Spice Of Life" and "Tuxedo Junction" and are some of the groups signature performance songs. The super Manhattan Transfer hit "Operator" is totally irresistible! An improvisational spirit in a hot groove for pop, jazz, or show use! Jam to "The Boy From New York City", the sassy '60s hit that was covered by Manhattan Transfer. A terrific chart by Kirby Shaw. Get your kicks with the Manhattan Transfer standard "Route 66" in a swingin' arrangement also by Kirby Shaw.

Songlist: Manhattan Transfer In Concert, Operator, Route 66, Tuxedo Junction, The Boy From New York City

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

Review: Mac Huff's arrangement of Bobby Darin's "Dream Lover" is from the Manhattan Transfer's recording and "Choo Choo Boogie" will put your choir on the jazz track! Hip '40s lyrics and the burnin'. "A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square" very deservedly won a Grammy for best vocal arrangement and here is a note-for-note arrangement that matches the original recording! "How High The Moon" is an up-tempo piece has exciting vocal writing. The vocal jazz standard "Java Jive" gets a great a cappella treatment with the Kirby Shaw touch! Still swings!

Songlist: Java Jive, A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square, Choo Choo Ch' Boogie, Dream Lover

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Review: Its the ladies turn to sing the songs of one the the greatest jazz vocal groups ever! "Choo Choo Ch'Boogie" will put your choir on the jazz track with its hip '40s lyrics. This accessible setting of "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" retains all the flavor of the original Manhattan Transfer hit. Four of Manhattan Transfer's signature songs are showcased here in a 6-minute mini-medley "Manhattan Transfer Swings!" that will totally energize your concert! Includes: Four Brothers, Route 66, That Cat Is High, Tuxedo Junction. A driving beat leads this chart of fresh new chord changes and rhythmic surprises. "The Boy from New York City" - Terrific for show, jazz or concert choirs and the SSA voicing will thrill your women's groups!

Songlist: Choo Choo Ch' Boogie, A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square, Operator, Manhattan Transfer Swings!, The Boy from New York City

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

Review: The vocal jazz standard "Java Jive" gets a great a cappella treatment with the Kirby Shaw touch! Still swings! The four brothers of the Woody Herman sax section achieved legendary status with the tune "Four Brothers"; later Lambert, Hendricks and Ross recorded a vocal version, followed by Manhattan Transfer's rendition. Paris Rutherford's setting simplifies the vocals slightly while retaining all the drive of the original. Awesome closer to any concert! "Choo Choo Ch'Boogie" will put your choir on the jazz track with its hip '40s lyrics. Four of Manhattan Transfer's signature songs are showcased here in a 6-minute mini-medley "Manhattan Transfer Swings!" that will totally energize your concert! Includes: Four Brothers, Route 66, That Cat Is High, Tuxedo Junction.

Songlist: Java Jive, Four Brothers, Operator, Choo Choo Ch' Boogie, Manhattan Transfer Swings!

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

Review: This valuable publication features easy a cappella vocal jazz arrangements from the pen of jazz educator Michele Weir. These holiday classics fare all arranged perfectly in a light jazz style for today's singers. Includes a second group of three Christmas numbers arranged in a light, a cappella, vocal jazz style. Excellent material for your show and jazz choirs. Appropriate for beginning or established groups.

Songlist: A Holiday Jazz Trio, I'll Be Home for Christmas, Jingle Bell Rock, A Christmas Jazz Trio, O Christmas Tree, Winter Wonderland, Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!

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