Fred Rogers, the American television personality who became an icon championing children's education and social equality, was especially fond of the numbers 1, 4 and 3. Signifying the number of letters in I, Love and You, John Jacobson and Roger Emerson have taken this special affinity, used their more than 30 years of children's educational experience, and created a song befitting of the man whom all consider their neighbor.

Composer: Roger Emerson

Celebrate the joy of having a best friend with this Latin-flavored original that will be super-easy to learn and lots of fun to sing! Back and forth melodic phrases, some simple la, la, la's and optional percussion will add to the enjoyment! Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Composer: Mary Donnelly

Oh, wasn't that a band? This traditional spiritual counts the Angels in succession as they all sing together. The simple accompaniment and opportunities for easy harmony will give younger choirs the chance to sing beautifully.

Arranger: Emily Crocker

Keep your younger choirs 100% on task with this arrangement of the popular Jamaican work song! Easily learned voice parts and flexible accompaniment for piano and classroom percussion add education and value! Available separtely 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:45.

Arranger: Tom Anderson | Composer: Jamaican Work Song

From the popular animated sequel Madagascar 2: Escape 2 Africa, this song performed by will.i.am will be a cheerful buddy song that younger choirs will love to sing! Need a shoulder to cry on, need a friend to rely on ... I'm there for ya! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:25.

Arranger: Roger Emerson | Performed By: will.i.am

Celebrate the big day with this short medley that includes the famous traditional melody along with songs by the Beatles and Stevie Wonder. It's perfect for serenading a special person at a concert or in the classroom. Includes: Birthday, Happy Birthday, Good Morning to You.Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15.

Arranger: Mark Brymer

The carefully crafted unison lines, call and response, countermelodies and excellent tessitura of this easily-learned original will showcase your young singers at their best. A wonderful spring concert choice!

Composer: Mary Donnelly

An energetic opener or closer for young choirs, the catchy melody and inspirational text reinforces why we sing - something everyone needs to be reminded of! Sure to be a choir favorite.

Arranger: Mary Donnelly

This 5-minute medley for band and choir will be a cross-generational salute to the Beatles with songs that are more popular than ever! Perfectly crafted for younger ensembles, songs include: Can't Buy Me Love; Hello, Goodbye; Penny Lane; Ticket To Ride. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, Concert Band (Grade 3), String Pak, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 5:10.

Arranger: Ted Ricketts | Composer: John Lennon | Performed By: Beatles

Your choir will enjoy this cheerful original that sings of following the sun and making dreams come true. A fine selection for spring concerts, it will be easily learned and an excellent showcase of choral skills you have developed over the year.

Arranger: Mary Donnelly

A light and upbeat original centered on the Swahili phrase Jambo, rafiki which means hello, friend, this is a great selection to use at the beginning of the year, or for a friendship-themed concert. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Composer: Mary Donnelly

The Kookaburra is a terrestrial tree kingfisher bird native to Australia. The distinctive and humorous call of the bird sounds like it is laughing, thus becoming the central subject to Marion Sinclair's 1932 nursery rhyme chronicling the life and times of the titular bird.

Composer: Marion Sinclair

Oh the joys of the library. Full of creativity and adventure. This up-beat and clever song by Tom Chapin is recreated here with style and joy. A great reminder of the importance of books and the Library.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Tom Chapin | Performed By: Tom Chapin

The lilting melodies of this Celtic style original will put a spring in your step and a smile on your face! Optional flute or penny whistle.Available separately: 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 1:45.

Arranger: George L.O. Strid

It takes all the colors to make a rainbow! This is the positive message of this original song that's just right for younger singers, with a happy, upbeat sound. Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

This beautiful sentiment by an unknown poet is perfect for young singers and the hope they bring to life. The composer has set the text in an equally beautiful and simple way that will allow your young singers to grow in their musical independence.

Composer: David L. Brunner

Develop vocal jazz style and an introduction to improvisation with this fun swing arrangement with a great message that is perfect for younger choirs! Nothing's impossible I have found. For when my chin is on the ground I pick myself up, dust myself off, and start all over again. Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD.

Arranger: Steve Zegree | Composer: Jerome Kern

Choirs will have fun performing this light-hearted treatment of an American folk song. The Don't you rock him, Daddy-o phrases will put everyone in a toe-tappin' mood! Available separately: SAB, 2-Part. Duration: ca. 1:58.

Arranger: Earlene Rentz | Composer: Jonathan Larson | Musical: Rent

Ev'ry truly cultured music student knows you must learn your scales and your arpeggios! This charming song from Walt Disney's The Aristocats is set in a quasi-classical style that can't miss. Now available for 3-Part Mixed, this popular selection Includes a delightful solfege countermelody and even a little of Beethoven's Ode to Joy theme.

Arranger: Audrey Snyder

Let your spirit shine with the positive message in this easily-learned partner song with This Little Light of Mine. A fantastic selection for younger choirs and a great closer! Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:45.

Arranger: George. L.O. Strid

A cool walking bass line, great swing style and fun scat lyrics make this Steve Zegree arrangement of Joe Raposo's Sesame Street favorite a perfect choice for younger choirs. A wonderful concert theme or closer! Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:55.

Arranger: Steve Zegree | Musical: Sesame Street

Everyone will be singin' along with this happy, carefree song! An excellent accessible selection for younger choirs, this swing-style original makes a great concert showcase. ShowTrax CD available. Performance Time: Approx. 2:20.

Composer: Mary Donnelly

That's right, the children's nursery rhyme that we all know just started to swing. Swinging hard with a supportive yet stylistic piano part. Young singers will love the chance to experience this style and audiences will smile listening to this very fresh treatment.

Arranger: Kirby Shaw

This song presents a stirring message of how one person can make a profound difference in the world. One gentle word, one act of love from someone can start a chain reaction. It all begins in the heart and the power of one. Evoking the stories of Rosa Parks, Anne Frank and more, this powerful message will truly resonate with your singers and audiences. Opt. violin part included. Available separately: SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 4:05.

Arranger: Dan Davison

American folk hero Pete Seeger is perhaps best known for this 1959 musical setting of well-known text from Chapter 3 in the book of Ecclesiastes. Seeger's wife and schedule-keeper, Toshi, amended some verses around the end of the 20th century, and all are included here in this harmonious package.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller | Composer: Pete Seeger | Performed By: Pete Seeger

Immortalized in pop culture history on the CBS television series The Big Bang Theory (where it is sung repeatedly by the show's stars Sheldon and Penny), this humorous theme and variations arrangement will provide a clever tongue-in-cheek addition to your concert!

Arranger: Janet Day

Hearts will be filled with joy when you sing this upbeat original that salutes the power of music in our lives! Well-crafted countermelodies and accessible part-writing make this selection sing easy and sound great! Available separately: 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:00.

Composer: Mary Donnelly

Mac Huff's spirited 2-part arrangement is a bright new take on the nostalgic original by The White Stripes, notably featured in the film Napoleon Dynamite. With an unpretentious, easy-to-learn melody and catchy rhythms, this is the perfect back-to-school morale-booster for your young choir.

Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Jack White | Performed By: The White Stripes

This gentle original will help your chorus sing a special tribute to dads and moms and brothers and sisters who have returned from serving our country abroad. The sincere message expressed in this simple song will be most welcome indeed! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: Mac Huff

This accessible Northumbrian folk tune includes a flute part, which is essential for creating the mood in this breezy and charming arrangement by Cristi Cary Miller.

Arranger: Cristi Cary Miller

The PS22 public school chorus in Staten Island, NY has over 65 million views of their songs on Facebook. In 2019, they sang this song live at a meeting of the United Nations and showed the world why so many people are inspired by their music. Here is your chance to share this inspiring music in your own community.

Composer: Madeline Stone

Here is a high energy song celebrating the many winter activities that bring us together and the joy in being with our friends and family. A great winter song for your young people.

Composer: Matthew Pomel

This tender lullaby moves along with a gentle lilt as it sings of the sweetness and joy of childhood. The two vocal lines are woven together with the warm piano accompaniment and cello obbligato to make a superb young choir showcase.

Arranger: Laura Farnell | Composer: Susan Lampert

Originally released as an up-tempo reggae single in 2003, composer Ben Harper teamed up with Jack Johnson for this alternate version for the 2006 Curious George film. A peaceful folk fable, complete with an accompanying violin part, this is a perfect selection for young and beginning choirs.

Composer: Ben Harper

Here are two of America's leading writers of inspiring music for young voices teaming up to create this inspirational new song. High energy is inherent in the music to accompany this powerful text.

Composer: John Jacobson