Roger Emerson : Cameron's Song

Hal Leonard composer and arranger Roger Emerson has written a poignant musical response to the sudden loss of a student by suicide. If you or someone you know are experiencing suicidal thoughts, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255).

Composer: Roger Emerson

Roger Emerson's 'friendship' songs are absolute classics! This latest is no exception, with easy call-and-response harmonies and irresistible hook. And wait till you hear the catchy final chorus! An excellent showcase for young choruses! Available: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part. Approx. Time: 2:00.

Composer: Roger Emerson

This contemporary original is a buoyant Christmas celebration for school or church choirs of all ages. Easily learned and a joy to perform! Available: SATB, 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Composer: Roger Emerson

The sounds of bells ring out in this exciting secular work for young choir. Cluster and quartal harmony approached stepwise are the hallmarks of this piece which features an optional bell part. A lyrical middle section provides a vivid contrast. An excellent opener! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, TB and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx.2:00.

Composer: Roger Emerson

This vibrant setting of the Cantate Domino text features exciting Brasilian vocal lines over a samba-flavored accompaniment. Dynamic contrasts and call-and-response patterns make this work especially appropriate for developing choirs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

(Emerson) 2-Part

Composer: Roger Emerson

Haunting chant-like lines build to create a compelling and dramatic texture in this contemporary setting of a traditional Latin text. In the tradition of Roger Emerson's powerful festival works, this will be a strong addition to any concert program. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Famous for his contemporary settings, Roger Emerson has done it again with this driving rock spiritual reminiscent of Sinner Man. The subdued opening explodes into high-powered energy sure to be a hit with your developing groups. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:25.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This driving spiritual is placed in a well-crafted setting for younger choirs. An excellent choice for beginning ensembles. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Young choruses will sound their best with this irresistible original from Roger Emerson. Easily learned call-and-response lines and a winning text makes this selection perfect for your next concert!Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30. Discovery Level 1.

Composer: Roger Emerson

This adventurous spiritual arrangement is a great confidence builder for developing choirs. Powerful and dramatic, with interesting harmonies and driving accompaniment, it makes an excellent concert and festival finale!

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Directors of younger ensembles have come to depend on Roger Emerson's contemporary arrangements of spirituals for a great source of concert and festival material. With a triadic chorus and final descant, this setting is exceptionally strong! Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Three of the most famous choruses from Handel's Messiah are combined and arranged for choirs without tenors. It is so important for small church choirs and school choirs to have the experience of singing these great pieces from the world's most popular choral work. For Unto Us, And the Glory of the Lord and Hallelujah Chorus are favorites at any holiday concert.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: George Frideric Handel

With its memorable lyrics, this inspirational American Indian prayer will be a stirring addition to any concert. Optional recorder/flute and percussion. Available: 3-Part Mixed.

Composer: Roger Emerson

The legend of John Henry and his hammer are brought to a new generation in this boogie woogie arrangement that drives from beginning to end. Great for younger choirs! Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Celebrate the power of music in our lives and how it can soothe our troubled souls. This easy, well-crafted original will speak straight to the heart and will add a warm, affirming message to your program! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Celebrate the diversity of the season with this original song that teaches about the December holiday of Kwanzaa. Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Now available in an easy SATB edition, this classic Roger Emerson arrangement is a great confidence builder for developing choirs. Powerful and dramatic, it makes an excellent concert and festival finale! Available separately: SAT(B), 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This male chorus setting of the familiar chorale offers a number of options for the developing ensemble. Perform the traditional a cappella version or use the contemporary piano accompaniment for an interesting stylistic contrast. Available: TBB. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

The fun-filled 1958 pop classic by the Chordettes! Roger's SSA arrangement captures the authentic "girl group" sound. Great fun! Available: SSA, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Beverly Ross, Julius Dixson | Performed By: Chordettes

This American folk classic makes a fine choice for young choirs' concert and festival programming. An excellent selection for building tone and blend, it also includes a simple guitar part for student players.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

The haunting spiritual in an accessible arrangement for middle school choirs. Available: 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

The Christmas spiritual Mary Had a Baby and the gospel version of Joyful, Joyful make a perfect pairing for an uplifting seasonal showcase! Well-crafted and accessible, this will bring energy to every holiday program!

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Opening in a simple rubato style, this contemporary original soon moves into a driving 4/4 that expresses the positive impact of music. A powerful showcase for young singers and a great concert opener or concert theme. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Dig to the back of your closet for your best ugly Christmas sweater and make it the highlight of your holiday program! All in fun, this song lends itself well to choreography and your singers and audiences will love it!

Composer: Roger Emerson

Avast ye mateys! This rollicking original will be the hit of any concert. Perfect for men or treble choirs your students will have a blast with some easy 'pirate' choreography. Not to be missed!Available separately: 2-Part, TB and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Younger choirs will develop important part-singing skills with this contemporary treatment of the Latin text used by Michael Praetorius at the turn of the 17th century. Syncopation and vivid dissonance make this an exciting and impressive work for Christmas and concert performances. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Set in a haunting, contemporary style, this American favorite is an excellent choice for young choirs' concert and festival programing.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This Emerson original captures the spark and color of the celebrated Irish musical tradition. Dance to the tune, sing to the moon, aye, shule a-roon; let the river take you! Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:00.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Developing choirs will enjoy this joyful Hanukkah celebration. Accessible and well-crafted, this setting has an energetic drive and the hand percussion will add plenty of sparkle!

Arranger: Roger Emerson

(Emerson) 3-Part Mixed

Composer: Roger Emerson

Here is a contemporary treatment of the English folksong. Set in a driving 4/4, this is an excellent introduction to partsinging for young choirs.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:45.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Hot African drums, antiphonal effects, and great lyrics are showcased in this song from Michael W. Smith's popular Go West Young Man album. Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 5:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Performed By: Michael W. Smith

Roger Emerson's contemporary settings of spirituals are characterized by dramatic contrasts in dynamics, style, texture and more - just what you need to feature your younger ensembles at their best. This classic African-American spiritual offers all the musical and motivational rewards you could wish for! Available separately: : SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Perfomance Time: Approx. 2.45.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Now available in an SSA voicing, this tender setting of a Native American poem features extended legato phrasing and delicate musicality. The simple piano accompaniment supports the expressive vocal textures. Ideal for concert or festival programming!

Composer: Roger Emerson

Lift up your voice, celebrate and shout allelu! The rhythmic underlay for this well-crafted original gives it a colorful and effervescent quality that will energize your singers! Perform it in general concert settings or holiday concerts. With optional percussion. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, SSA, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Composer: Roger Emerson

This dramatic contemporary original is ideal for a wide range of festival or concert performances. The accessible choral writing and inspiring message make it especially good for beginning-of-the-year concerts. Available: SATB, SSA, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx 2:30.

Composer: Roger Emerson

(Emerson) 3-Part Mixed (With optional rhythm section).

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This contemporary treatment of the American folksong captures the poignant emotions of those left behind in time of war. Turbulent accompaniment patterns, vocal ostinati and dramatic choral effects help to create a mesmerizing soundscape well-suited for younger and developing choirs. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

In the powerful tradition of Roger Emerson's contemporary spiritual settings, this work is ideal for contest and festival occasions. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Set in a contemporary style, this traditional spiritual offers plenty of opportunities for a young choir to sound its best. Great rhythmic drive and exciting dynamic contrasts. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Choirs will enjoy exploring the colors and textures of this exuberant celebration of sound! Using only vocables to imitate the timbre of an electric guitar, developing or smaller choirs will love rehearsing this piece and the response they receive from the audience!

Composer: Roger Emerson

In the classic Emerson style, this contemporary spiritual is a great confidence builder for younger and developing choirs. With powerful and dramatic vocal effects, it makes a great concert and festival finale! Discovery Level 2. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This is an excellent piece for featuring and recruiting men for your choral program. It is an authentic transcription of the original Billy Joel hit, and as such it will have automatic appeal with both singers and audiences.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Billy Joel | Performed By: Billy Joel

This passionate and driving gospel flavored original highlights the power of young people today. Your choir will strengthen their musical skills and confidence with this uplifting work.Available separately: SATB and SAB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:45.

Composer: Roger Emerson

The tale of John Henry comes alive in this driving arrangement reminiscent of Sinner Man. The use of unison lines, call and response and easy harmonies combine to ensure quick success with any choir.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

Originating from the busking scene in cities across the nation in the 1980s, street bucket drumming has become inseparable from the modern-day music teacher catalog due to its reliance on found materials, overabundance of plastic and coolness factor. Paired here with choir, this arrangement seamlessly blends the two disciplines into a rock anthem with style!

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Composer: Roger Emerson

Where there is love, God is there... This text from the 10th century Latin antiphon is set in a beautifully flowing style for younger choirs over an arpegiatted piano accompaniment. A wonderful choice for contest and festival occasions. Available: 2-Part, SAB. Approx. Time: 3:30.

Composer: Roger Emerson

The subdued opening unfolds into a high energy contemporary setting of the traditional spiritual. Well-crafted vocal lines and accessible call and response harmonies are sure to be a hit with developing choirs! Discovery Level 2. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, VoiceTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:30.

Arranger: Roger Emerson

This Roger Emerson original has become a standard for young choirs with a fun-to-sing melody and harmonic echoes.Available separately: 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx: 3:00.

Composer: Roger Emerson