Jim Papoulis is donating his composer royalties to the Foundation For Small Voices, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing awareness and funding to programs supporting the empowerment of children throughout the world by fostering their creativity through music and role models.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

A World We Cannot See was composed for the Chorus America Commission series. Drawing from a message he hears around the country from young singers, Jim writes of the importance of nurturing and developing of one's inner spirit and personality, as well as the acceptance of others. This rhythmic and energetic new piece celebrates the journey of our individuality, one that we cannot always see. Duration: ca. 3 minutes 40 seconds

Composer: Jim Papoulis

A World We Cannot See was composed for the Chorus America Commission series. Drawing from a message he hears around the country from young singers, Jim writes of the importance of nurturing and developing of one's inner spirit and personality, as well as the acceptance of others. This rhythmic and energetic new piece celebrates the journey of our individuality, one that we cannot always see. Duration: ca. 3 minutes 40 seconds

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Commissioned for the 2014 Saint Angela Children and Youth Choir Festival in Bandung, Indonesia, with the theme of Diversity in Harmony. In that spirit, composer Jim Papoulis also celebrates the language of Indonesia by using Bahasa, the native language of that country. He weaves the beauty and lyricism of the language along with the harmony and rhythm of both American and Indonesian cultures to create this inspiring and uplifting piece. With percussion.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Commissioned for the 2014 Saint Angela Children and Youth Choir Festival in Bandung, Indonesia, with the theme of Diversity in Harmony. In that spirit, composer Jim Papoulis also celebrates the language of Indonesia by using Bahasa, the native language of that country. He weaves the beauty and lyricism of the language along with the harmony and rhythm of both American and Indonesian cultures to create this inspiring and uplifting piece. With percussion.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Jim Papoulis is donating his composer royalties to the Foundation For Small Voices, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing awareness and funding to programs supporting the empowerment of children throughout the world by fostering their creativity through music and role models.

Arranger: Francisco Núñez

This special 20th anniversary edition has the same notes as the first edition but now, more of the royalties are going to the Foundation for Small Voices. See Jim talk about this special piece on the Hal Leonard Website.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Jim Papoulis is donating his composer royalties to the Foundation For Small Voices, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing awareness and funding to programs supporting the empowerment of children throughout the world by fostering their creativity through music and role models.

Arranger: Francisco Núñez

This special 20th anniversary edition has the same notes as the first edition but now, more of the royalties are going to the Foundation for Small Voices. See Jim talk about this special piece on the Hal Leonard Website.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Commissioned by the Cantare division of The Young People's Chorus of New York City, composer Jim Papoulis raises the profile of Boomwhackers out of the elementary classroom and on to the concert stage. With an original, inspirational text that urges young people to know thyself, seek beauty, freedom and justice and celebrate virtue, prudence, courage and life this is the song that your chorus will ask for every day before they leave the choir room.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Commissioned by the Cantare division of The Young People's Chorus of New York City, composer Jim Papoulis raises the profile of Boomwhackers out of the elementary classroom and on to the concert stage. With an original, inspirational text that urges young people to know thyself, seek beauty, freedom and justice and celebrate virtue, prudence, courage and life this is the song that your chorus will ask for every day before they leave the choir room.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

I ask for one day where I don't have to hear about pain, or life that's lost, I ask for one day where whispers of hope are alive inside my heart. These words, written by 12 year old Claire Latimer, 7th grader, moved the composer to create this inspiring work.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

I ask for one day where I don't have to hear about pain, or life that's lost, I ask for one day where whispers of hope are alive inside my heart. These words, written by 12 year old Claire Latimer, 7th grader, moved the composer to create this inspiring work.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Young people are almost always full of hope. They value and hope for respect and kindness from the adults around them. Henry Leck has always been a champion of young people and their values. He commissioned Jim to write this piece with a request that it focuses on the importance of young people cherishing our planet. Henry's vision and Jim's passion have created a truly inspirational piece.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Young people are almost always full of hope. They value and hope for respect and kindness from the adults around them. Henry Leck has always been a champion of young people and their values. He commissioned Jim to write this piece with a request that it focuses on the importance of young people cherishing our planet. Henry's vision and Jim's passion have created a truly inspirational piece.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Written at a song-writing workshop in Cheyenne, Wyoming, this song explores the importance of looking inside one's heart to find real freedom. The gentle, reflective opening is followed by a powerful chorus and bridge, and then the piece closes quietly.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Written at a song-writing workshop in Cheyenne, Wyoming, this song explores the importance of looking inside one's heart to find real freedom. The gentle, reflective opening is followed by a powerful chorus and bridge, and then the piece closes quietly.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Commissioned by the South Dakota Music Educator's Association for the 15th anniversary of the elementary honor choir, this rhythmic and uplifting piece proclaims there is a voice inside me and I must let it sing. Duration ca. 3:00.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Commissioned by the South Dakota Music Educator's Association for the 15th anniversary of the elementary honor choir, this rhythmic and uplifting piece proclaims there is a voice inside me and I must let it sing. Duration ca. 3:00.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Composed in the World Music style with a text in Swahili, ft.Imbakwa ft. was written for a film score that features an organization benefiting orphans in Tanzania. This organization, called TunaHAKI, uses the arts to empower the children and give them the future they deserve. Hand drum part in vocal score.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Composed in the World Music style with a text in Swahili, ft.Imbakwa ft. was written for a film score that features an organization benefiting orphans in Tanzania. This organization, called TunaHAKI, uses the arts to empower the children and give them the future they deserve. Hand drum part in vocal score.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Three part treble voices, two percussion players and piano sing in a Latino style that is becoming a signature style of composer Jim Papoulis. This original text by the composer itentifies the strength and power that exists when we learn to work and walk together. The title Juntos means together and through Latin dance rhythms builds to a powerful Unidad. Duration ca. 4 min.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Three part treble voices, two percussion players and piano sing in a Latino style that is becoming a signature style of composer Jim Papoulis. This original text by the composer itentifies the strength and power that exists when we learn to work and walk together. The title Juntos means together and through Latin dance rhythms builds to a powerful Unidad. Duration ca. 4 min.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

The composer's work with African choirs has introduced him to many people who, although facing extreme adversity, somehow they maintain a joyous spirit that is more powerful than we can realize. The text is Swahili which adds to the rhythm and spirit of the music. Duration ca. 3 minutes 30 seconds.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

The composer's work with African choirs has introduced him to many people who, although facing extreme adversity, somehow they maintain a joyous spirit that is more powerful than we can realize. The text is Swahili which adds to the rhythm and spirit of the music. Duration ca. 3 minutes 30 seconds.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Now available for Women's choir, Kusimama is written in the world music style that is accessible for all choirs. The text which is in both Swahili and English, is about standing tall on the earth, not with anger or aggression, but with hope, strength, acceptance, and a positive spirit. The voices along with hand claps, stomps, djembe, shaker and piano all combine for an exciting world music presentation.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

The essence of this piece gives reverence to the message that music is universal as a language, as an art, as a part of who we are. The choral singing required is grand and celebratory. With opt. C instrument.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

The essence of this piece gives reverence to the message that music is universal as a language, as an art, as a part of who we are. The choral singing required is grand and celebratory. With opt. C instrument.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

It seems like a simple concept that kindness in the world will open up the doors to our hearts. Yet we often need to be reminded of this by our young people. In a song writing workshop that occured just before we were all sent inside by the Corona Virus pandemic, young people in grades 2-8 did just that. Almost like magic, Jim has captured this inspiring sentiment in a beautiful new anthem.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

It seems like a simple concept that kindness in the world will open up the doors to our hearts. Yet we often need to be reminded of this by our young people. In a song writing workshop that occured just before we were all sent inside by the Corona Virus pandemic, young people in grades 2-8 did just that. Almost like magic, Jim has captured this inspiring sentiment in a beautiful new anthem.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Composed in a Foundation for Small Voices songwriting workshop, the young women who are members of the workshop settled on a text that calls for hope and light at the end of the tunnel. Such a positive attitude reflects many young people's thoughts and hopes during these trying times. Lessons we all need to hear.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Composed in a Foundation for Small Voices songwriting workshop, the young women who are members of the workshop settled on a text that calls for hope and light at the end of the tunnel. Such a positive attitude reflects many young people's thoughts and hopes during these trying times. Lessons we all need to hear.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

High energy with a text that speaks to our time, here is a 12/8 SSA with descant anthem that will close any concert. African languages and English mix to create this exciting new work by Jim Papoulis.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

High energy with a text that speaks to our time, here is a 12/8 SSA with descant anthem that will close any concert. African languages and English mix to create this exciting new work by Jim Papoulis.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Written in a Foundation for Small Voices song-writing workshop hosted by the Cincinnati Children's Choir, the students message is loud and clear - Whatever your journey, whatever your beliefs, whatever your dreams or battle on triumph, the time is not tomorrow, or sometime in the future...now is the time. The music is gentle with a soft rock beat with the final chorus a cappella.

Composer: Jim Papoulis | Performed By: Cincinnati Children's Choir

Written in a Foundation for Small Voices song-writing workshop hosted by the Cincinnati Children's Choir, the students message is loud and clear - Whatever your journey, whatever your beliefs, whatever your dreams or battle on triumph, the time is not tomorrow, or sometime in the future...now is the time. The music is gentle with a soft rock beat with the final chorus a cappella.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis | Performed By: Cincinnati Children's Choir

Composer Jim Papoulis created this uplifting Spanish original as a result of his work with children in Mexico. The message that the Mexican children wanted to convey to the world: Listen. With optional percussion and bass.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Acceptance and unity, even through our differences, are an essential part of our evolving world. Here is a powerful and uplifting song commissioned by Plymouth, Massachusetts and Plymouth, England as these two schools came together to celebrate and model Unity in the World.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Acceptance and unity, even through our differences, are an essential part of our evolving world. Here is a powerful and uplifting song commissioned by Plymouth, Massachusetts and Plymouth, England as these two schools came together to celebrate and model Unity in the World.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

A bright and uplifting original work with a Celtic flavor. Optional Bodhran drum part is included. Performance/Accompaniment CD available.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Here are three songs under one cover--Turn To Each Other, Warrior of Love and A Time of Healing--created in virtual song writing workshops during the first three weeks of the Covid-19 pandemic. Young people from all over the United States and around the world gathered virtually to work with Jim. The words of these young people and their will to continue to grow and evolve during this challenging time is inspiring to all of us.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Here are three songs under one cover--Turn To Each Other, Warrior of Love and A Time of Healing--created in virtual song writing workshops during the first three weeks of the Covid-19 pandemic. Young people from all over the United States and around the world gathered virtually to work with Jim. The words of these young people and their will to continue to grow and evolve during this challenging time is inspiring to all of us.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

In an effort to capture the hopes and wishes of youth in a song writing workshop here are young peoples thoughts on how to improve the world. With the idea of rising as a people this is a vibrant and thoughtful anthem reflecting the positive attitudes of young people from every cultural.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

In an effort to capture the hopes and wishes of youth in a song writing workshop here are young peoples thoughts on how to improve the world. With the idea of rising as a people this is a vibrant and thoughtful anthem reflecting the positive attitudes of young people from every cultural.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

Written during the Covid 19 Pandemic, this piece captures the feeling of loss, hopelessness and loss of purpose that so may people felt during this time. The lyrics, written by young people, remind us to find joy in connecting to and creating music with one another. Joy must be found within us. In our connections, in our small moments, in our hearts.

Composer: Jim Papoulis

Written during the Covid 19 Pandemic, this piece captures the feeling of loss, hopelessness and loss of purpose that so may people felt during this time. The lyrics, written by young people, remind us to find joy in connecting to and creating music with one another. Joy must be found within us. In our connections, in our small moments, in our hearts.

Arranger: Jim Papoulis | Composer: Jim Papoulis

The composer's strong commitment to the power of belief in oneself is reflected in the strength and conviction of this music. Opening as a subtle ballad, the music creates a sense of how important imagination and listening are within one's journey. Then there is a distinct style change to a more rhythmic and accented style that builds to an uplifting conclusion.

Composer: Jim Papoulis