Combining a new song of patriotism with the much beloved My Country 'tis of Thee this is a wonderful addition to any patriotic concert. The meter for My Country.. has been changed from 3/4 to 4/4 which will draw special attention to the familiar tune and highlight the inspiring text to new heights.

Composer: John Jacobson

This is the ticket for your young choirs! Set in an up-tempo spiritual style, with good voice leading, attention to ranges, and melodies for each section. You don't want to miss this energetic Kirby Shaw arrangement. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 1:50.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

Simple canonic imitation with strong, fresh harmonies will enliven any choral performance. Optional flute. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 3:05.

Composer: Kirby Shaw

From the final portion from the Gloria of Lotti's Studentenmesse, this is a beautiful example of his use of imitation and makes an excellent choice for contest or festival. Discovery Level 2.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed a cappella and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 1:00.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen

This traditional favorite has been arranged in a bluesy shuffle with carefully crafted part-singing for younger singers. An excellent showcase for upper elementary and middle school!

Arranger: Audrey Snyder

Featured in the film O Brother, Where Art Thou?, this Appalachian-flavored spiritual is a unique and heartfelt expression from the soul. Now available for three-part mixed voices, your middle school choirs will shine.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This popular Langston Hughes poem has been imaginatively set for young choral ensembles by Lon Beery. An excellent 3-part mixed selection, it also includes an optional baritone part for young men whose voices have dropped, allowing the choral director to adjust the arrangemnet to fit the needs of the choir. Gentle flute obbligato. Available: 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.

Composer: Lon Beery

Now available in a 3-Part Mixed voicing, a whirling, twirling Andalusian dancer is vividly portrayed in this setting of a traditional Spanish folksong. Well-crafted vocal lines over a colorful piano accompaniment make this an excellent choice for developing choirs to show their flair! Spanish and English.

Arranger: Emily Crocker

Gene Krupa-style drumming sets the tone for this uptempo swing original that is guaranteed to get you moving! A great feature for younger choirs, it's a perfect show opener and ideal for choreography! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:10.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Cristi Miller has developed this popular Caribbean folksong into an excellent showcase for young choirs. Featuring easy percussion and layered vocal parts, this setting offers appropriate challenges and lots of musical rewards. Available: 3-Part Mixed and 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:05

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

Lift up your voice, sing and rejoice, we're on our way - This is a gospel-style original that will really build some excitement in your concert. Easy-to-learn and great fun for all!Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:35.

Composer: Mark Brymer

Though not all families look the same, all have something in common: the members of a family find strength in one another. This gentle pop-style original is a song about families of all kinds. A wonderful tribute song for spring concerts and special events. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Composer: Jay Michael Ferguson

Written by Libby Roderick in 1988, this incredibly simple, yet powerful song has become a worldwide force for good. Now available in an expressive choral setting, this song has a powerful message: How could anyone ever tell you, you were annything less than beautiful? How could anyone ever tell you, you were less than whole? For 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed and SSA. VoiceTrax CD also available. Performancce time approx. 2:40. Level 2.

Arranger: Mac Huff

Three irresistible countermelodies combine in this creative original for young singers. Add the percussion for a joyous expression of the power of music. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15.Available separately: 3-Part Treble, 3-Part Mixed and VoiceTrax CD.

Composer: Cristi Cary Miller

This is a wonderful concert/contest work for beginning mixed choruses, with a text inspired by the Robert Burns poem. It offers well-crafted, interesting vocal parts so that young choirs will sound their best. Available: 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Composer: Mary Donnelly

The thrill of a parade is contagious. The grand cacophony of whistles, bands and sirens makes everyone take notice. Audrey Snyder gives us this stirring arrangement guaranteed to have everyone marching along!Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Harold Arlen

Experience the power that music brings to our lives in this fresh original from the pen of Roger Emerson. Perfect for beginning ensembles, the positive message of music will resound from your concert stage. Emerson at his best! Performance Time: Approx. 2:45.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD.

Composer: Roger Emerson

These two famous train songs are arranged for young singers in a creative way that includes sound effects, layered rhythm speech and much more! A great choreography showcase, it is a wonderful concert finale!

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

Feel the sounds, the cadence, the energy of an urban landscape in this colorful original! Set in minor, with a patter-style vocal, the rhythms are irresistible and the harmonies fresh and appealing! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Composer: Audrey Snyder

Set in a gentle pop/rock style, this accessible piece reflects the culmination of an important time of life, like the end of the school year, graduation, or a time of transition or change. Building to a full chorus, the positive message of the text encourages us to enjoy and celebrate this time and to look how far we have come, while facing the future with courage, hope and anticipation. The soaring descant in Part I builds to a wonderful finale! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Composer: Mary Donnelly

Using classic American folk songs written during two different wartimes in American history, this moving arrangement by Russell Robinson can be used to teach lyrical ensemble singing, as well as cross-curricular connections. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Level 2 Discovery, Duration: ca. 2:50.

Arranger: Russell Robinson

This popular setting by Kirby Shaw combines powerful vocal pyramids, contemporary piano accompaniment and compelling harmonies to make this an extremely strong choice for young ensembles. Available: SSA, TTB, 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

Enjoy a fresh treatment of this well-known African-American spiritual with its driving syncopated rhythms, lively instrumental track, and vocal call-and-responses. Written for three parts, it may be sung in any combination of voices. The singers and audience will have great fun with this one! Discovery Level 1. Available separately: 3-Part Any Combination, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

A skillful arranger for young voices, Joyce Eilers has crafted the Kyrie Eleison from Schubert's Mass No. 2 into an accessible masterwork for beginning choral groups. The vocal parts work well over the flowing arpeggiated keyboard accompaniment, and the Latin text is easily learned. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 4:50.

Arranger: Joyce Eilers

From Roger Emerson's popular series of contemporary spirituals, this setting will show your young singers at their best. Strong triadic harmonies, excellent voice leading and a motivating piano accompaniment will energize your next concert. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This very rhythmic and joyous African-style song incorporates the phrase let's sing in three languages: English, Swahili and Xhosa. The instrumental accompaniment consists of layered hand percussion (drums and shaker) as well as a bass instrument of choice. A lively addition to any concert. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Composer: Audrey Snyder

Enjoy this accessible setting of the well-known Scottish folk song that features contrasts between a more lyrical, lilting section and a sturdy drone accompaniment. With flute.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

This beautiful motet by Anton Bruckner is now available separately: three-part mixed voices and piano, thus making this timeless choral work accessible to more choirs. The added piano part supports the independent voice parts, but the piece may be performed a cappella. Duration: 2:25. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Anton Bruckner

Everybody has fun singing songs from Mary Poppins! Enjoy this accessible medley of Chim Chim Cheree, A Spoonful of Sugar, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 4:45.

Arranger: Joyce Eilers | Musical: Mary Poppins

Interesting vocal and piano textures combine with an arching Latin lyric to create a superb choral showcase for the developing choral ensemble. Available: 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:50.

Composer: Victor C. Johnson

Your younger choirs will rock out with this exciting original. Add simple choreography for an absolute showstopper and audience pleaser! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Roger Emerson's name is synomous with the best in contemporary spirituals. Featuring strong triadic harmonies, excellent voice leading and a strong, driving accompaniment, your singers and listeners will be hooked from the first notes! Instant success!

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Lyrics take center stage in this beautiful new work. Word painting, an independent piano accompaniment and the steady beat of the tick-tock create a mood that suggests a more mature and experienced choir. Your young singers will love the chance to show and share these beautiful lyrics set to this haunting tune.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Roger Emerson

Based on the traditional Israeli round with original music, this simple arrangement lends itself to many performance options. Choirs may sing it in Hebrew or English, and in two or three parts. Easily adaptable to any sized choir. Good for the beginning of the year, or any peace themed concert. Available separately: 3-Part Any Combination, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:05.

Arranger: Mary Donnelly

Rhythmic vocal motives contrast with the long lines of the traditional folksong in this distinctive setting. Contemporary piano textures support the choral harmonies in an easily-learned and dynamic Discovery concert series showcase. (Also available for SATB, #08745095) Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:35.

Arranger: Cassandra Emerson

It's all good in this up tempo Latin tune that celebrates the joy in life. Easily learned, it sounds great!Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Composer: John Jacobson

Expose your young choirs to something new with this unique original composition by Roger Emerson. Parts are easy, but must be in tune with minimal vibrato. Recreate nature as the piece grows to a full-fledged rainstorm and dies down again. Add percussion and finger snaps to add to the storm.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Here's a jaunty setting of the traditional cumulative Irish folksong that uses spoken phrases, body percussion and a few surprises to create a fun and clever concert piece for young singers. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

Using the traditional Latin Sanctus text along with homophonic choral writing, this new original work provides developing singers the opportunity to experience techniques used in more advanced classical choral music.

Composer: Ruth Morris Gray

Written and recorded by Disney artists Demi Lovato, the Jonas Brothers, Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez, this song is dedicated to Disney's Friends for Change to benefit the environment. It offers an empowering message to young people work together to create a better world because One spark starts the fire. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

Now available in several voicings, this haunting Thai folksong is beautifully arranged for young choirs. Gentle melodies are interwoven into a lyrical texture that is expressive and compelling.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder

Here is a secular concert piece that celebrates positive life choices. Filled with energy, rhythm and dynamic contrast, this selection will showcase younger choirs at their best!

Composer: Cristi Cary Miller

Adapted from Henry Purcell's Come Ye Sons of Art, this short tuneful setting is ideal for younger and developing choirs especially for contest and festival performances. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:20.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder | Composer: Henry Purcell

This stirring South African freedom song is a hymn of defiance against an unjust system. A powerful concert and festival selection!Available separately: 3-Part Mixed and 2-Part. VoiceTrax CD also available. Discovery Level 1. Performance Time: Approx. 2:40

Arranger: John Higgins

Your singers can perfect their solfège skills while learning classical music with this audience pleaser! Melodies (in solfège) include Eine kleine Nachtmusik, Haydn's Surprise Symphony, Peer Gynt, Beethoven's 5th and 9th symphonies and the Hallelujah Chorus. Great fun!

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

Celebrate those who stand beside us and support us through our times of challenge and success with this inspirational pop original written by two dedicated and accomplished educators. Excellent for end-of-the-year and other tribute concerts! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:40.

Composer: Jay Michael Ferguson

The official song of America's favorite pastime gets an update in this energetic rendition that also tells the history of the song. Fun for singers and audience, it's a perfect selection for spring, summer or fall, or even in winter when you are dreaming of a warm day at the ballpark! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:20.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller | Composer: Jack Norworth

Easy back and forth lines, countermelodies and some clever spoken sections with body percussion make this American folksong come alive with fun! A great feature for all ensembles.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

This is a favorite song for connecting music to American history and culture! Singers in elementary and middle school will gain important performance skills and sound their best with this easily learned setting.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

This original pop ballad expresses how vital it is to have music in our lives. Well-crafted for young singers, this selection is ideal for spring concerts, music in our schools month or any time you want to spread the important message of music advocacy. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:20.

Composer: John Jacobson