What a wonderful pairing of two best-loved folk songs: Shenandoah and The Water is Wide. The fluid vocal lines will develop your choir's tone and control. Add the flowing piano accompaniment and the optional flute obbligato, and the result is a choral masterpiece from Don Besig and Nancy Price.

Composer: Nancy Price

Based on a French melody, this multi-purpose Christmas piece includes an optional springtime text. Learn it in December, then use it again at year-end concerts or adjudications. It's a madrigal-like number featuring an optional hand drum and flute (both included in the publication) that give it a medieval feel. Yet it's accompanied by a lilting piano. Good for mixed choirs of any age.

Composer: Patrick Liebergen

As the title indicates, Douglas E. Wagner has incorporated a slick, jazzy feel into this original to using two favorites: "Deck the Hall" and "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas." It's a delightful light programming addition to any holiday concert.

Arranger: Douglas Wagner | Composer: Douglas Wagner

Arranger: Sherri Porterfirld

This publication provides the Agnus Dei movement found in Mozart's "Missa brevis in G," K.49. In Mozart's time, a Missa brevis (brief Mass) was quite concise and few instruments were employed, since it was composed for use in the main worship service of the Catholic Church. Mozart originally scored the Agnus Dei of this Mass for S.A.T.B. voices with an accompaniment of strings and continuo.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

New for SATB and SAB! A singable Mozart melody is the basis for this fine 2-part arrangement by Donald Moore. An optional flute (included in the publication) also joins in the canon. The canonic style makes it great for choirs of all ages who want to sing the music of the masters. Text is an "alleluia," suitable for singing year round. This title is available in SmartMusic.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

This Don Moore arrangement of the traditional Irish blessing was originally published in a highly successful TTB edition. Now Moore has revoiced his original creation so that other choirs can perform this choral masterpiece. Easy to sing, and a real joy to program!

Arranger: Donald Moore

An alternate text (included in the publication) makes this stunning lullaby from Ireland appropriate for Christmas or at any time of year. Sustained a cappella phrases create expressive moments, and brief dissonances resolve beautifully every time. Easy on the voice and keen on the ear, this is one to sing every day as a warm-up selection, or as a "show off" piece at a moment's notice. Lovely.

Arranger: Bruce Trinkley | Composer: Alice Rose Denny

Perform this Vivaldi masterwork in one of many ways, including: choir and keyboard (piano or organ), choir and echo choir, or choir(s) with brass quartet(s). A truly versatile publication. The piece is in fanfare style and is suitable for secular or sacred use year round, including holiday concerts. Ideal for festivals and adjudications. As with all Dr. Liebergen's editions, it contains editor's notes and performance suggestions.

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

The music of Asia needs to be a part of your cross-cultural musical experiences, and this Korean folk song is an excellent choice. The melody is one of the most popular of all Asian folk songs and for good reason: it's beautiful. Sonja Poorman's arrangement includes an easy, flowing piano part and an optional flute. The first verse may be sung in Korean (pronunciation guide included).

Arranger: Jonathan Lim and Sonja Poorman

Featured in Celine Dion's most recent New Day Has Come CD, this Harry Warren song is a true pop standard. Your singers and audiences will all enjoy this Teena Chinn arrangement for years to come.

Arranger: Teena Chinn | Composer: Mack Gordon | Performed By: Celine Dion

Composer: Sergei Rachmaninoff

Arranger: C. F. Manney | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Arranger: Martin Banner | Composer: Leopold Mozart

The Stephen Foster classic comes alive in this exceptional setting by Michael Larkin. The brilliant choral writing creates an edition that will be heard for years to come.

Arranger: Michael Larkin | Composer: Stephen Foster

This light, swing arrangement of a pop standard will be the highlight of your concert. No suprises...just nice, easy voice leading and smooth vocal lines-- everything we've come to expect from Jay Althouse. Features a "soft-shoe" section and optional solos for both a male and female singer. Sure to be a crowd pleaser...and a "singer pleaser" too.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Ray Henderson

Composer: Katherine Davis

You'll feel the African pulse of this piece from the first measure. "Changamano, join together. Moja, moja, one by one." The text features seven Swahili words or phrases; a pronunciation guide and translations are included in the publication. It's a "music" song, it's a "unite as one" song, but most of all, it's a joy to sing. Includes optional solos and a treble trio descant. Staging Suggestion are featured on Sally's "Showtime!" video, Alfred #21176.

Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

This sensitive setting of Christopher Marloweis romantic poetry is an especially artistic choice. Lyrical choral writing is beautifully balanced with a lush piano accompaniment, creating a work that is a joy to sing, play, and conduct. Distinctive concert or festival repertoire.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

A new, original Christmas spiritual by Jay Althouse in the traditionof his top-selling Whisper!, Whisper!, I saw a Star, and Star of Glory. This full-sounding work features much three-part singing over a solid, traditional bass part, as well as an echo section between the women and the men. Sudden dynamic changes are powerful and effective (and simple to sing).

Arranger: Jay Althouse

Here's an original work in the style of an English folk song with a simple text sentiment: "I have traveled sea and mountain" but now "I am coming home." Easy piano accompaniment and vocal lines, yet the piece is powerful in its simplicity.

Composer: Jay Althouse

Sixteenth century Italian composer Adriano Banchieri must have had quite the sense of humor. This classic light-hearted concert work has been a staple in choral repertoire for decades. Now Russell Robinson brings us a new setting that will add a touch of classy fun to any serious concert.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Adriano Banchieri

With his inimitable arranger's touch, Donald Moore has penned a moving version of the traditional American spiritual, 'He Never Said a Mumbalin' Word.' Simply set for SAB voices with an optional tenor part, the work features unison choral passages that could also be assigned to bass or mezzo-soprano soloists. For Lent or Holy Week.

Arranger: Donald Moore

GLORIA is a setting of the hymn of praise from the traditional Latin Mass. The work is divided into twelve seperate movements, which include eight choruses, one aria for soprano, two arias for alto and a duet for two sopranos. The final movement is a setting of the words Cum Sancto Spiritu, in gloria Dei Patris. Amen. (with the Holy Spirit, the glory of God the Father. Amen.). This exuberant conclusion is a fuge which Vivaldi adapted from the final section of a GLORIA composed in 1708 by Giovanni Maria Ruggeri. Ruggeri was a colleague of Vivaldi in Venice. Vivaldi expanded Ruggeri's work into a joyous finale in praise of the Holy Spirit.

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

Arranger: Johannes Brahms | Composer: Johannes Brahms

The most ingenious pairing of words and music we've heard in years: the text of "Deck the Hall" set to Tchaikovsky's "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy." You won't believe how easily the "fa la la's" fit to this universal holiday favorite from The Nutcracker Suite. The holiday text is secular so it's ideal for December concerts, and it's surprisingly easy to sing. It's one of those "Why didn't I think of that?" pieces. The fully orchestrated SoundTrax CD is based on Tchaikovsky's original orchestration.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Musical: The Nutcracker

Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Domine Fili unigenite is found in Vivaldi's GLORIA, his most famous choral work. GLORIA is set for eight choruses, arias for a soprano and alto and a duet for two sopranos. It also includes instrumental parts for oboe, trumpet, strings and continuo. The very energetic seventh movement of the work is set to the words Domine Fili unigenite, Jesu Christe (Lord, only begotten Son, Jesus Christ).

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

A light, swinging, Jay Althouse arrangement of a Duke Ellington "standard." Features accessible voice leading and some simple scat syllables...but no vocal improvisation. Accessible voice leading. Add the SoundPax parts (horns and rhythm section) for an authentic, small combo sound.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Duke Ellington | Performed By: Duke Ellington

From Mozart's "Missa Solemnis" comes this expressive masterwork, carefully edited for today's choirs by Patrick M. Liebergen. The edition contains optional parts for two flutes, Editor's Notes (great for program information), a Latin pronunciation guide, and an English translation. Educationally appropriate and eminently singable, this masterwork is perfect for concerts, contests, festivals, and adjudications. This title is available in SmartMusic.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

From Mozart's Missa Brevis In F, Patrick Liebergen brings us this very performable edition. Wonderful ensemble sounds abound and the accompaniment provides active support.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Donald Moore brings you a superb rendition of this much-loved spiritual. Choirs looking for good solid new repertoire should consider this one. The arrangement may be performed a cappella or with accompaniment. You'll be proud to add this one to your library!

Arranger: Donald Moore

Arranger: Jay Althouse

Celebrate Mozart's 250th birthday (in 2006) with a chorus from one of his most famous operas, The Marriage of Figaro. Classical chords and a traditional tunefulness make this a singable waltz in either English or Italian. Two talented soloists joyfully start the festivities, or use your full group throughout. An optional flute duet can be played live or heard on the SoundTrax CD.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

One of the best in a long line of exuberant, original, a cappella Christmas spirituals by Jay Althouse. It opens with an energetic melody sung by the low voice with the upper three voices singing in counterpoint above. Rhythmic energy develops the piece and it ends with an electrifyimg eight measure coda that's the pinnacle of excitement. No solos, no tempo changes make for quick learning. In the classic spiritual tradition, yet fresh and contemporary.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Traditional

A rousing choral medley from one of Gilbert & Sullivan's most famous operettas that's perfect for today's choirs. Includes three mixed choir numbers and one each for the women ("Never Mind the Why and Wherefore") and men ("We Sail the Ocean Blue"). Piano accompaniment has been especially adapted from the original score and remains true to the orchestral accompaniment.

Arranger: Philip Kern | Composer: Gilbert and Sullivan

"Have you heard the story of the baby boy, born in Bethlehem?" From that simple question Jay Althouse has crafted another superb, original Christmas spiritual. It features contrasting dynamics (excellent for teaching phrasing), male and female solos, and a tender middle section which contrasts with the hushed excitement of the opening and closing melody. Includes a descant on the final chorus.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

An exceptional song of brotherhood skillfully arranged by Jay Althouse. Opens with an optional alto solo and builds with strong choral writing, closing with a soft, final statement of the title. Use it as an inspirational piece the year 'round, including graduation. If you liked "Let There Be Peace On Earth," you'll love HE AIN'T HEAVY, HE IS MY BROTHER.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Performed By: Hollies

This classic spiritual arranged by the amazingly talented Robert DeCormier should be in the library of every high school choir. Sure to inspire your audience and students alike!

Arranger: Robert DeCormier

Hear Your People Singing is an anthem that encourages congregational participation through its simple strophic structure, folk-like melody and the message of its text. Three verses are offered for singing throughout the year, including communion, thanksgiving (or general praise) and Pentecost (or discipleship). InstruPax includes: rhythm.

Composer: Pepper Choplin

A stirring text combined with solid choral writing make this an ideal choice for concerts and festivals. Perfect for massed choirs or for any size choir. Starts small, builds, and then ends quietly: 'I am a small part of the world. Take my hand.' A dramatic choral work, full of strength, power and determination.

Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

Because of popular demand, this powerful chorus from the musical WE BEHELD HIS GLORY has been released as a single octavo. Opening with a male solo (or, for more impact, a male trio) searching in the darkness of sin, the choir bolsters the solo voice(s) for a forceful ending.

Composer: Robert Sterling

This dazzling arrangement showcases (who else?), your pianists! The accompaniment is a stunning 4-hand piano part featuring two players at one piano. The vocal parts are glorious and, of course, it's all wrapped up in Irving Berlin's inimitable and unforgettable song. Opens with a slow verse, leading into the familiar melody in a ragtime style. The SoundTrax CD will be a worthwhile addition for rehearsals or performance.

Arranger: Don Besig | Composer: Irving Berlin

This rollicking rendition of an American spiritual is up-beat and the rhythmic drive creates an excitement to the very last note. Great dynamic contrast. The TTB setting is superb for young men's voices.

Arranger: Donald Moore

Inspired by the writing of William Shakespeare, If Music Be the Food of Love is a stunning contemporary choral that will move the musicianship of your seasoned choir to a new level. It opens expressively, with an artful solo, and builds to a breathtaking climax reminiscent of the finest operatic writing. Your accompanist will love playing the piano part, and your choir will cherish the soaring vocal lines. An unforgettable piece for concerts, contests, and festivals.

Composer: Andy Beck

Donald Moore's simple yet effective setting of the Christmas favorite features very easy voice parts over an arpeggiated accompaniment. An optional C-instrument weaves a lovely descant, creating a beautiful addition to any service during the Christmas season.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Gustav Holst

A finely crafted edition of the classic English madrigal. The editing and easy-to-read open score are right on target for today's choirs. Fluid contrapuntal sections contrast with full-sounding homophonic sections.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Traditional

Expand your group's cross-cultural musical awareness with this Christmas work based on an Ethiopian song. The text includes several phrases in Amharic, a language spoken by millions of North Africans. "Issay, Issay!" means "Hear ye, hear ye!" Phonetic pronunciation is included. It's a well written rhythmic and melodic work that would make a unique addition to your holiday concert. Features solid choral scoring and traditional harmonies to an infectious pulse. Outstanding "world-music" SoundTrax CD.

Arranger: Philip Kern