Written for the honor choirs of southeast Minnesota, this is a joyful and dignified piece. The poem by Edna St. Vincent Millay expresses an appreciation for life, for its simple pleasures of nature and civilization. Dickau's writing provides a distinctive piano part and intriguing vocal writing, for which he is well-known. The spirit of the piece is upbeat, positive and fine craftsmanship. An excellent festival and concert piece. Medium in difficulty.

Composer: David Dickau

Truly an uplifting piece of promise and hope with a stirring history, this setting by English composer Paul Ayres is appropriate for graduation ceremonies, and concert occasions. Appropriate for both children's voices or adult voices, the optional cello part is a moving addition. A chamber orchestral accompaniment is available separately.

Composer: Paul Ayres

The new Jonathan Talberg Choral Series features advanced music of distinction for festival use. Dr. Talberg (Cal State Univ. Long Beach) is one of the new names on the guest conducting circuit with an ear for excellence. Cory Johnson uses the choral instrument masterfully to express the spiritual poetry of Rumi.

Composer: Cory Johnson

When Ken Berg's first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs (Galop, March and Bolero) has been revoiced for SAB (middle school) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the do-re-mi's that doubles as a concert piece.

Composer: Ken Berg

As with most of the other Solfege Suite selections, this piece can be sung entirely in unison by following the melody voice throughout. The divisi in the melody lines are either in octaves or very simple 3rds. The harmony voice, while really cool, is entirely optional. Directors may choose to use them with a section of voices or an ensemble of voices, or not use them at all.

Composer: Ken Berg

Professor Sharon Gratto has built a career providing historical context to multicultural and folk music. Pavane Publishing is proud to launch her new series with this classic tune attributed to Huddie Ledbetter. A simple three-part treble choir accompanied by a stand-up bass gives an authentic American home-spun quality to the work. Truly fun to sing, this arrangement sounds just the way the song should always be sung.

Composer: Huddie Ledbetter

First released in SSA, then SAB, the enthusiastic response demanded this SATB setting. Delightfully arranged and with excellent historical notes, it is both fun and educational. A wonderful festival piece and concert opener.

Arranger: Robert Jones

As a follow-up to Ken Berg's extremely successful Solfege Suite #1, here is Solfege Suite #2! Besides teaching solfege, form and other musical elements, they also stand as performance pieces. Each title describes the form employed and the character of the work.

Composer: Ken Berg

A contemporary madrigal with a folk song flavor best describes this love song. The poem has been around for a long time, but the musical setting is fresh and inviting. Available: SATB.

Composer: Robert Herrick

Classic Brian Tate: an uplifting text, catchy and sing-able a cappella counterpoint, uniquely combining a folk and spiritual sound, this is a winner. Arranged for male voices now, this piece joins several other voicings in our catalog.

Composer: Brian Tate

Sometimes all you need is a title to get your attention. This is one sweet tune, with a clever word game in every phrase. Originally from an entire sweet of clever word songs for SATB, this voicing works for almost any group. Available: 2-Part.

Composer: Allan Robert Petker

Selected for the David Dickau Signature Series, this love song opens with touches of counterpoint this English folk song before moving into the familiar refrain. The balance of accompaniment and a cappella moments make this an excellent work for developing balance and blend.

Arranger: Mary Kay DeMaris

Selected for the new Music of the Americas Multicultural Series from North Dakota State University, this zesty piece hails from Mexico. The encouraging message is that chuchumbé will reach you whether things go good or bad. It is similar to saying the rhythm or dance of life will positively infect you no matter what. And what a great dance it is, with hand percussion bringing additional rhythm to the piece. The verses are so playful it is appropriate for performers to alter the words based on the region in which they are singing. Easy to Medium. For male choirs in high school or college.

Arranger: Jorge Cozati

Three French Canadian folk songs make a superb set for any concert program. Roll On, My Ball, Roll On tells a tale of ducks and hunting and silver guns and an evil prince, all the while you can picture a small child rolling a ball down a lane. Provided in the original French, all three songs enable an exploration in French-speaking Canada. The complete set includes J'ai Cueilli la Belle Rose, Petit Rocher, and En Roulant Ma Boule Roulant.

Arranger: Matthew Emery

This song sings its message loud and clear: singing in a choir teaches community. Children love the message and how the tunes work together, musically illustrating the point. Great for children's choirs, festivals and concert. Easy.

Composer: Brian Tate

High school choral director, Jonathan Adams, has composed a number of beautiful a cappella pieces. This setting of Ecclesiastes 3:11 contains those yummy suspensions and cadences that choirs yearn for. A great church anthem, this piece also fits the concert hall for high school, college and community groups.

Composer: Jonathan Adams

The poetry of Ogden Nash is witty and wonderful. Canadian composer Christine Donkin has selected four of the best: The Duck, The Panther, The Guppy and The Llama. The music brings even more fun to the lyrics. Excellent for high school, college and community choirs, these works are sold in 2 sets: JR0102 THE FIRST TWO and JR0103 THE OTHER TWO.

Composer: Christine Donkin

When Ken Berg's first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs (Galop, March and Bolero) has been revoiced for SAB (middle school) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the do-re-mi's that doubles as a concert piece.

Composer: Ken Berg

Brian Tate is a master at creating a new song that sounds seasoned in time. Equally amazing is how natural the vocal parts are - almost singing themselves. Gather at the River reminds us of a hymn but sounds like a spiritual, and yet the message remains ubiquitous - both sacred and secular. Middle schools, high schools, churches and community choirs will find this an excellent piece to program. Easy.

Composer: Brian Tate

As a follow-up to Ken Berg's extremely successful Solfege Suite #1, here is Solfege Suite #2! Besides teaching solfege, form and other musical elements, they also stand as performance pieces. Each title describes the form employed and the character of the work.

Composer: Ken Berg

Waller's beautiful poem has been elegantly set by Kim Kamerin. Contemporary tone clusters create colorful chords of expression. Written for his high school Women's Chamber ensemble, this is a demanding piece, but well worth the effort.

Composer: Kim K. Kamerin

It's got soul - it's got rhythm - it's got spirit - it's a great piece to sing. With barely a nod to the classic Spiritual, Ellen Foncannon has created her own spirited tune and gospel-type words. The character of the song lends itself to either church or school. Great for high school choirs and festivals too. Easy.

Composer: Ellen Foncannon

From the Book of Common Prayer comes a supplication of gratefulness for all that God has provided. Memley's setting is immediately captivating. A strong melody and fulfilling accompaniment make this a worthy offering for Thanksgiving or any service of gratitude.

Composer: Kevin Memley

A mother's love for her daughter as she grows up is expressed in this poem by Jenice Meagher Cutler. Debra Scroggins' musical setting lives up to the title. The tenderness and emotion are deep, and the warmth of the cello only adds to the sentiment. Excellent for treble choirs high school and older.

Composer: Debra Scroggins

Brian Tate has cleverly combined the texts from a variety of frequently used spirituals to create a brand new choral selection. The yearning for belonging is quickly evident and rocks gently to a satisfying finish.

Arranger: Brian Tate

This great spiritual arrangement with optional djembe accompaniment could be the winner release for 2007. You can't sit still for this one. With optional solos and driving ostinato statements this piece does not let you down! Another super arrangement from Canadian composer, Brian Tate.

Arranger: Brian Tate

The text was found on a basement wall in Cologne after WWII, and embodies the strength of optimism we grasp at times of despair. Dedicated to the Katrina victims, Jonathan Adams has created a moving musical setting. In close harmonies he produces a melody that rises with the poem. Equally effective for church or school.

Composer: Jonathan Adams

Already a haunting melody, this setting is even more captivating with the addition of the oboe obbligato. Although piano can always accompany adequately, the use of harp furthers the mystic sonorities. This is a stunning Christmas concert selection of medium difficulty.

Arranger: Jennaya Robison | Composer: John Jacob Niles

The moving WWI poem by John McCrae has received many choral treatments, but talented composer, Doug Andrews, gives us a refreshing musical perspective. The lilting melody is caressed in gentle harmonies and tasteful part writing. A compelling tribute during times of conflict, this is an appropriate offering at this time.

Composer: Doug Andrews

Three French Canadian folk songs make a superb set for any concert program. This selection shares the spring pastime of a young girl collecting the first white rosebuds of the season. Provided in the original French, all three songs enable an exploration in French-speaking Canada. J'ai Cuelli la Belle Rose, Petit Rocher, and En Roulant Ma Boule Roulant.

Arranger: Matthew Emery

This African song contains easy ostinato patterns that are simple to learn but sound wonderfully complex when all put together. An excellent selection for concert or festival use.

Arranger: Brian Tate

This choral for male voices has all the right elements. Using a beautiful poem by Rainer Maria Rilke, Richard Burchard has weaved his signature musical lines into a deeply touching song. The commission by conductor and Pavane series editor, John Byun, for the 2018 Tennessee MEA High School All-State, completes the circle of creativity. Excellent for concerts for any season.

Arranger: Richard Burchard | Composer: Richard Burchard

In May of 2013, NDSU and ACDA co-sponsored the Choral Symposium: Music of the Americas. It has produced friendships and great music from across the Americas. This piece was selected for publication in the new Music of the Americas Multicultural Series from North Dakota State University, edited by Dr. Michael Weber. It demonstrates the wonderful rhythmic heritage of the Vera Cruz area. A playful and joyful number, it celebrates life, love and laughter. Easy to Medium. For male choirs in high school or college.

Composer: Jorge Cozati

When Ken Berg's first Solfege Suite for 2-part voices appeared a few years ago, the response was unprecedented. Now the first set of three songs (Galop, March and Bolero) has been revoiced for SAB (middle school) choir and offers the same opportunities for learning the do-re-mi's that doubles as a concert piece.

Composer: Ken Berg

As a follow-up to Ken Berg's extremely successful Solfege Suite #1, here is Solfege Suite #2! Besides teaching solfege, form and other musical elements, they also stand as performance pieces. Each title describes the form employed and the character of the work.

Composer: Ken Berg

The title means let nothing disturb thee, and Montoya's musical setting is tranquil and honoring. The Renaissance era text is assuring and calming as is the a cappella texture. A fine concert opener.

Composer: David Montoya

Written in a contemporary gospel style, this song carries a message about universal acceptance. It has a great rocking movement, along with its positive statement, that it's perfect for school and community choirs. Its message will fit for many religious institutions as well.

Composer: Brian Tate

The Solfege Suites are unquestionably the most popular set of chorals ever published by Pavane. Solfege Suite 4-Military Suite contains: Parade, Reveille and Taps. These pieces not only teach solfege and form but are also concert performable. Great for childrens and youth choirs. Percussion parts available as a free download.

Composer: Ken Berg

Three French Canadian folk songs make a superb set for any concert program. The Small Rock finds our poet climbing the hills to find comfort, wishing for wings like the birds she hears, and finally praying to God and the Holy Virgin for help. Provided in the original French, all three songs enable an exploration in French-speaking Canada. J'ai Cueilli la Belle Rose, Petit Rocher, and EnRouland Ma Boule Roulant.

Arranger: Matthew Emery

This energetic processional for a cappella voices and percussion defies categorization. This fun original work includes some alternate text ideas that make it useful for almost any occasion. The rhythms are hypnotic and the harmonies engaging.

Composer: Graeme Langager

The sounds of a rainstorm come to life in a musical description that is creative and captivating. Christine Donkin uses nonsense syllables first aleatorically, then into a charming melody that grows with the storm, then subides. Pavane is very proud to release this Winner of the Cincinnati Children's Choir 2011 Composition Competition. Great for children's choirs and treble choirs of all ages!

Composer: Christine Donkin

Reminiscent of the 1980s but joyfully transcendent to the present day, Brian Tate gives us a gospel style song of optimism and hope. This tune will get an audience or congregation swaying. All choirs will gravitate to this upbeat song.

Composer: Brian Tate

The Solfege Suites are unquestionably the most popular set of chorals ever published by Pavane. Solfege Suite 4-Military Suite contains: Parade, Reveille and Taps. These pieces not only teach solfege and form but are also concert performable. Great for childrens and youth choirs. Percussion parts available as a free download.

Composer: Ken Berg

This new spiritual became a fast favorite when the SAB edition was released several years ago. Can it be - the SATB voicing is even hotter? This will be great for church or school. Available: SATB, SAB.

Arranger: Allan Robert Petker | Composer: Todd Jolly

Here is a cheerful song that celebrates life in metaphor with the seasons. The melodies are logical and cascade easily in canon. Decorated by an optional flute obbligato and simple parts for mallet instruments, this is easily a learning song as well as a concert selection. Easy for middle school choirs.

Composer: Ellen Foncannon

One of three part-songs Mendelssohn composed for his friends, it was meant to be sung while resting.

Arranger: Peter Aston

As with most of the other Solfege Suite selections, this piece can be sung entirely in unison by following the melody voice throughout. The harmony voice and descant voice, while really cool, are entirely optional. Directors may choose to use them with a section of voices or an ensemble of voices, or not use them at all.

Composer: Ken Berg

It was time for a new piece to serve as the concert closer and this is it. Selected for the Mike Scheibe Choral Series, this benediction uses the text of an ancient Scottish blessing that is delightfully generic in nature. Warm, deep and melodic, this is a benediction that can be used anywhere - church, school, college, community. Provided with both a piano and optional organ accompaniment (available separately), this selection is a precious end to any event. Easy to medium in difficulty.

Composer: Mark Sirett

The love poem by James Stephens begs for a beautiful melody and David Dickau has complied. Above his signature harmonies and tasteful dissonances, Dr. Dickau places a gorgeous tune, first presented by a solo baritone voice. Perfect for high school, college and community choirs. Medium difficulty.

Composer: David Dickau

The final part-song in the set of three. A charming setting.

Arranger: Peter Aston