16th-Century harmony meets 21st-Century technology in this novel take on the madrigal style. It sings the story of a couple falling in love with some help from Google, Facebook, and Twitter. Their relationship is torn apart by Friendster, a failed social networking site. Lyric fun with solid musical writing in the madrigal style.

Composer: Nathan Howe

These new SAB and SSA arrangements make the beautiful Tomás Luis de Victoria choral work accessible for younger and smaller choirs as well as treble voices. The optional piano is a supportive accompaniment, offering an alternative to a cappella singing for developing choirs. A timeless classic in choral literature. Available: SAB, opt. a cappella; SSA, opt. a cappella; PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: ca. 1:50.

Arranger: Russell Robinson

This original concert work written by Greg Gilpin was commissioned by the Ohio Music Educator's Association and is energetic and stunning in its multi-metered writing. The Latin setting moves from crisp rhythms to legato sections, unison to homophonic singing. A wide range of dynamics is used throughout and the percussion adds excitement with the syncopated piano accompaniment. The addition of a flute adds sparkle to this outstanding concert selection available in multiple voicings.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This original concert work written by Greg Gilpin was commissioned by the Ohio Music Educator's Association and is energetic and stunning in its multi-metered writing. The Latin setting moves from crisp rhythms to legato sections, unison to homophonic singing. A wide range of dynamics is used throughout and the percussion adds excitement with the syncopated piano accompaniment. The addition of a flute adds sparkle to this outstanding concert selection available in multiple voicings.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Greg Gilpin

Alive with energy created from its up-tempo and multi-metered style, the easy Latin text is used with English text to celebrate music and the joy of singing. With a supportive and rhythmic piano accompaniment, this is excellent for contest, concert and festival use.

Composer: Jerry Estes

Some like it hot and some like it even hotter! This novelty piece blends the spicy sound of Rossini's The Barber of Seville with red-hot lyrics of peppers, salsa and heartburn! My eyes are a flame and I never get tired of the burn! Hot! Keep antacid near for performances! Available separately: 3-part mixed, optional baritone & percussion; 2-part, optional percussion; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Arranger: Joseph Martin

Three of George M. Cohan's finest songs have been arranged into a smart and fun medley by Greg Gilpin. Simple and easy-to-learn, this medley is an up-beat presentation to showcase patriotism and the works of a great American songwriter. This choral gives you a chance for good musical teaching during rehearsals and when performed, your audience will rise to their feet with pride!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: George M. Cohan

Commissioned for a premiere performance at the Texas Music Educators' Association 2000 convention, Joseph Martin's Come to the Music is alive and electric with driving rhythm, memorable melodies, mixed meter, and joyful text. Optional percussion and piccolo accompaniment, included at the back of the octavo, enhance the medieval dance quality of this exciting piece.

Composer: Joseph Martin

This upbeat Hebrew folk song's literal translation It would have been enough celebrates the great things God has done. Percussion instruments add to the rhythmic and dance-like feel of the piece. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, Percussion; 2-Part, Percussion; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:27.

Arranger: Russell Robinson

This joyous work in Latin and English is perfect as a processional or opening number for your concert. Beautiful for young voices, the optional notes in the 3-part make this a wonderful piece for developing male voices. An excellent choice for both general and holiday use!

Composer: Greg Gilpin

There are people who care and who always are there when we need a helping hand. These inspirational words sing beautifully in this gentle and uplifting setting for young voices. It's a wonderful choice for the moments celebrating those who give from the heart for the good of humankind.

Composer: Jill Gallina

Set as a fugue, this humorous piece has the students singing about every type of fast food known to man! It's hilarious to learn, perfor and hear, and a joy to teach because of the vast musical learning that can be done with fugues. A new, different, and surprising novelty selection for your program from Ruthie Schram! Available separately: SAB, 2-part, PianoTrax CD.

Composer: Ruth Elaine Schram

Energetic and well-loved, this Baroque masterpiece by Vivaldi is easy to learn with its intuitive, melodic and harmonic phrasing. Catherine DeLanoy arranges it with the changing voice in mind as either a stand alone 3-part mixed piece or with the addition of an optional baritone for part, or all, of the piece. Available: 3-part mixed, optional Baritone. Duration: ca. 2:48.

Arranger: Catherine DeLanoy | Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

Now available in SAB and SSA voicings, this exuberant Schubert piece begins with joyous acclamations in the opening measures, polyphonic writing and a lyrical presentation of the amens then followed by the return of homophonic style in the closing declamatory statements. A superb selection for serious programming, especially for developing choirs.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: Franz Schubert

Goin' home, goin' home. I'm a-goin' home. Quiet-like, some still day, I'm just goin' home are the poignant lyrics famously set in a song based on the Czech composer Antonin Dvorak's famous Largo theme from his Symphony No. 9 (From the New World), Op. 95. This choral work is simple, yet rich with vocal harmonies, moving piano accompaniment and optional cello creating an emotional performance selection filled with musical opportunities.

Arranger: Paul Langford | Composer: Antonin Dvorak

This authentic 3-part English madrigal is now arranged by Rick Weymuth as a perfect concert or contest work. Nonsense words are enhanced by a story about a Maypole dance celebrating spring. Humorous, light and full of fun. A wonderful selection to present madrigal singing to your choir and audience. Available: SAB, a cappella.

Arranger: Richard Weymuth | Composer: Thomas Weelkes

This beautiful choral paints the warm glow and message of the menorah through lyric and music. The optional violin adds to the cultural feel of the original work creating a lovely ballad selection for the Hanukkah season. Available separately: SATB, opt. violin; 3-Part Mixed, opt. violin, PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: ca. 1:57.

Composer: Vicki Tucker Courtney

Mark Hayes has created a new and wonderful arrangement of this '70s classic made famous by The Hollies. Mark's lush orchestration supports interesting and unusual musical features. A classic recorded by many artists over the years, most recently by Barry Manilow in 2007, this piece is a choral masterpiece as a pop selection and perfect for a piece promoting unity and brotherhood in your programming.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Bobby Scott

This lively folk song was known as a play party song that included clapping and dancing. Beginning with a soft and lovely melody and followed by an energetic contrast, this choral conveys the true party spirit of the folk song and is a wonderful performance and teaching piece.

Arranger: George L.O. Strid

Two popular Jewish folk songs are joined together in this creative medley. The poignant text speaks of dwelling together in unity and harmony. A cello part is provided for the TTB voicing while a violin part has been included for the 3-part mixed and 2-part settings. Available: 3-Part Mixed; 2-Part; TTB; PianoTrax CD.

Arranger: Lon Beery

Premiered at the Shawnee Press 75th Anniversary Concert at Carnegie Hall, February 17th, 2014, this powerful and inspirational work sings of hope described through the phases of life, such as a newborn's cry, the laughter of children, the ashes of the fire of love that has died, the quiet comfort of a dream. Set to haunting and dynamic music with piano or optional orchestration, the gorgeous work comes to a moving conclusion of: Hope is not lost; hope is not gone. It is not dead; it still lives on. Hope will arise!

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This favorite song, I Love a Piano, by Irving Berlin has been creatively arranged by Mark Hayes. The part-writing is basically simple, but effective, and really mirrors the text and makes the melody shine. The piano part is typical Mark Hayes: fun and fabulous! Each voicing is carefully arranged to fit the needs of the choir using it. The SATB is full-sounding; the SAB is sensitive to the baritone range; and the 2-part/SSA is perfect for elementary, women's voices or any 2-part ensemble.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Irving Berlin

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Irving Berlin's classic Alexander's Ragtime Band with this medley of four of his all-time greatest hits arranged for choir, band and strings! A fantastic closer or festival feature, it includes: Alexander's Ragtime Band, Blue Skies, Play a Simple Melody, Puttin' on the Ritz. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD, Concert Band (Grade 3), String Pak. Duration: ca. 4:35.

Arranger: Paul Murtha | Composer: Irving Berlin

Coffee keeps me buzzin' all day long. Gotta have a cup of coffee! Sound familiar? These and other java phrases are the basis for this jazzy swing number. Fun vocal rhythms, jazzy harmonies, and individual part-singing help your choir make the scene with the bean and create a wonderfully jittery performance! Available: SAB; StudioTrax CD.

Composer: Brian Tate

Pierre Certon's dancing and lighthearted work is made more accessible for younger voices with this fine arrangement. The harmonic and textural elements remain true to the original, preserving the frivolity of the piece. You may choose to sing only the French and end at the optional fine, or extend the length and continue singing using an English text. Add the flute and percussion parts to create the perfect performance.

Arranger: Jerry Estes

Set in multiple voicings, this traditional railroad work song tells the dramatic story of John Henry who died with his hammer in his hand! A driving piano accompaniment keeps this work on track to be a powerful performance your singers will love.

Arranger: Victor C. Johnson

This top-selling Latin setting by Greg Gilpin is now available in SATB, SAB, and 2-part voicings! Kyrie consists of a child's theme that begins the piece with the text developing into rich, heartfelt harmonies. The piece concludes with the same child's theme fading into pianissimo as if never ending. It has been newly recorded with available string quartet parts and a new StudioTrax CD recording. A translation and pronunciation guide is included within the choral. This is a moving and stirring choral work! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-part, Parts for String Quartet, StudioTrax CD.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Uses: General, Thanksgiving, Youth Choir Scripture: Psalm 7:17; Matthew 6:28; Colossians 3:15 Here's an anthem with a charming quality that endears itself instantly to the ear and a message that quickly attaches to the heart. Lightly rhythmic, this selection is a one rehearsal wonder with easy part-writing and approachable melodic patterns. A song of praise for Thanksgiving or anytime!

Arranger: Douglas Nolan

Let it weave throughout the tapestry of who we are. In all that life can give, let music live. This is an inspirational theme for every choir and for celebrating the power of music in our lives, world and throughout creation. A perfect closing number for anytime of year that will become a favorite for years to come.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Spirited and fun for young voices, this folksong favorite sparkles with rhythmic energy! Individual part-singing as well as chordal and polyphonic passages fill the work, creating teaching moments for your rehearsal and ultimately an entertaining performance. Your guys will love it too!

Arranger: Catherine DeLanoy

Celebrate Hanukkah with this energetic Hebrew folk song arranged for every age level. The spirited story of brave Maccabeus is told in English and Hebrew text with a lively accompaniment that helps create the joyful mood.

Arranger: Jill Gallina

Written by Lotti around 1730, this motet was originally written for four voices. Russell Robinson's thoughtful 3-part arrangement attempts to maintain the harmonic textures, melodic lines, and text of the original work while making it more accessible for young voices. Available separately: 3-part mixed, opt. accompaniment; PianoTrax CD. Duration: da. 1:36.

Arranger: Russell Robinson

This 1930s standard starts off with melancholy solos between boy and girl. It then takes on the familiar, rhythmic swing that we all know and love. Russ Robinson lets the song shine through with this arrangement. Repetition, plus simple and obtainable harmonies make this a wonderful selection for many age groups and a perfect teaching piece of swing and jazz. Elegant and smooth.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Will Hudson

Arranged by Mark Hayes, this familiar Stephen Foster standard is available as SATB, SAB, and 2-part voicings. Mark Hayes has written instrumentation for fiddle, banjo, guitar, bass, and drums. Oh Susanna is bright and upbeat with a few knee slaps making this a strong selection for your folk song teaching and performance needs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, StudioTrax CD, Instrumental parts for guitar, bass/drums, banjo, and fiddle.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Stephen Foster

Greg's humorous arrangement of this folk song allows boys and girls to argue with each other lyrically and musically. It's simple and smart with a crisp piano accompaniment that feels percussive. Teach your students contrast in dynamics, tempo, legato and accented style and introduce them to a lively American folk song. Novel and educational!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

An all-star writing team created this beautiful gospel-style song based on a secular text spun from the river-is-life metaphor. River in Judea is suitable for virtually any performance. Perfect for graduation.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Linda Marcus

From his best known larger work Requiem in D minor, Fauré's Sanctus is set here for 3-part mixed and SSA voices. Many of the movements from the Requiem have been used in movies and television, making it likely that your young singers have heard parts of it before. This choral arrangement makes a beautiful selection for concert and festival.

Arranger: Jill Gallina | Composer: Gabriel Faure

From Handel's opera Giustino, the happy events at the end of the opera are celebrated with the singing of this final chorus of joy. This shortened version with reduced vocal parts and keyboard reduction of the orchestration makes a fine selection for younger voices and smaller choirs. Both English and Italian lyrics are included. Available: 3-Part Mixed; PianoTrax CD.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: George Frideric Handel

Commissioned by the Indiana Music Educators Association for the 2011 Middle School Honor Choir, this exuberant festival opener begins with Alleluias and a building piano accompaniment. The voices introduce the lyric Sing a mighty song, awake, arise ye voices in a celebratory 3/4 meter. The text speaks of awakening our voices and the voices of heaven and earth in this delightful choral that modulates and includes a descant. An optional trumpet part adds excitement and fanfare to this rousing concert work that is a strong opening or final programming selection. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, PianoTrax CD 2011. Duration: 2:50.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This wonderfully original teaching and performance piece by Russ Robinson uses only the text Sing Alleluia. Learn as a warm-up in your class, develop it musically, and then add to your concert as a striking opening number. Available: SAB, unaccompanied.

Composer: Russell Robinson

A moving tribute to all those who serve and protect, this piece honors the men and women who dedicate their lives to preserving our freedom and keeping us safe. This powerful choral, incorporating ÚMy Country 'Tis of Thee,Ú is a heart-stirring expression of patriotism and pride for concerts, festivals, or memorials. Available: SATB; SAB; TTBB; 2-part; Orchestration; StudioTrax CD.

Arranger: Joseph Martin | Composer: Pamela Stewart

Full of diverse rhythms, meters, harmonies, text-painting, and lots of humor, the journey of Sweet Betsy and Long Ike from Pike County to California has never sounded so fun! This delightful new take on the popular American folk song from the Gold Rush era will become a favorite for you and your singers and will certainly entertain your audiences.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Swing Low, Sweet Chariot and When the Saints Go Marching In really belong together in this dynamic, soulful setting, which contrasts the two classic spirituals in such an exciting way that your choir won't want it to end! Skillfully arranged for singers.

Arranger: Mark Hayes

Russell Robinson always finds a way to take a song and make it accessible for the younger voice and inexperienced ensemble. He continues with this arrangement of Take the A Train. The singer learns the melody in the opening then is ready to take on the faster movement of the same melody throughout. A great jazz classic for choral groups. Available separately: SATB, SAB, StudioTrax CD.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Duke Ellington | Performed By: Duke Ellington

A warm arpeggiated piano begins this lush, new concert work for mixed as well as women's voices. Using the thought-provoking words of Georgia Douglas Johnson (1880-1966), harmonic richness begins right from the start and beautifully interprets the text, lifting the dreamer and singer in all of us.

Composer: Bruce W. Tippette

From Benny Goodman to Bette Midler and so many other artists, this classic song is forever popular. Beginning with a heart-felt solo, the arrangement goes into a relaxed gospel style, setting the melody and lyrics perfectly to reflect the ups and downs of life and as long as there's the two of us that's the story of, that's the glory of love.

Arranger: Jay Rouse | Performed By: Bette Midler

With a rhythmic and melodic groove, in addition to choreography that emphasizes the powerful lyrics, this song can be your school anthem for graduation or for any character education themed concert or program! This piece is perfect to program if you need a testament for making the right choices, doing the right thing, and taking the high road when faced with adversity. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:41.

Composer: Jill Gallina

For three-part mixed voices and optional violin, this simple Irish folk song is a nice concert or festival piece for fall or spring. Showcasing the expressive singing and dynamic capabilities of your choir, The Risin' of the Moon features a solo violin part. AVAILABLE: SAB, Violin; Accompaniment/Performance CD (35018420).

Arranger: Jill Gallina

Harry Belafonte made this a pop hit in the late 70's on an album that interpreted folk songs of other cultures. The arrangement is a bright, Jamaican feel with optional Latin percussion and vocal melodic lines that weave and build throughout. A perfect inspirational and multicultural selection that sings of the earth and of life!

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Harry Belafonte | Performed By: Harry Belafonte

This beloved melody is probably best remembered from The Wizard of Oz! Set to delightful lyrics, this partner-style song is created specifically so the boys and the girls can individually learn their unison parts then sing together with a simple and short 3-part mixed middle section that is equally easy to learn. Terrific for choirs that have separate rehearsals for their male and female singers, this is a simple, fun and endearing opener for any concert!

Arranger: Peggy Proctor Aranowski | Composer: Robert Schumann | Musical: The Wizard of Oz