Essential Repertoire is a core library of time-tested choral works which provide a framework for teaching style and history, all through performance. The graded series includes Masterworks (Renaissance through Contemporary), Folksongs (American and Multicultural), Spirituals, A Cappella and Accompanied works. The series is available for beginning through advanced choirs, and for mixed, treble and tenor bass ensembles.

Songlist: Beau Soir (Debussy), Bring A Torch, Jeannette, Isabella, Domine Fili Unigenite, Helas mamour, Heute ist Christus der Herr geboren (Jesus our Lord on this day was born), I'm Always Chasing Rainbows, In Meinem Garten, Laudamus Te, Laudate Pueri Dominum (Ye Sons of Israel Praise the Lord), Let All The World in Every Corner Sing, O Magnum Mysterium, Of Creation, Pavane For Spring, The/sky/was

"I'm Always Chasing Rainbows" is a whimsical gem for female voices and will captivate your audiences. Kirby's exquisite arrangement of this classic song lets each section blossom with a turn at the melody. Mac Huff's arrangement of Bette Midler's #1 pop hit "From A Distance" has powerful lyrics and a timeless melody that will create an unforgettable concert moment. Magical! Michele Weir's arrangements of "Rock-A-Bye Baby" is a smooth jazz delight and the vocal jazz standard "Java Jive"gets a great a cappella treatment with the Kirby Shaw touch! Still swings!

Songlist: I'm Always Chasing Rainbows, Java Jive, From a Distance, Rock-A-Bye Baby

Henry Mancini was awarded an oscar for the score to 'Peter Gunn.' While there is no lyric to this exceptional theme, Jeff Funk has created an extraordinary "scat"-style choral setting that will be a very special addition to any pop or show music concert. Don't miss this one! 'Blue Moon,' the classic Rodgers and Hart song, takes on a whole new life with its upbeat do-wop arrangement by Jeff Funk. It was featured on the Grease soundtrack. The 1978 movie Ice Castles featured a musical score by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Carole Bayer Sager. The wonderful ballad 'Through the Eyes of Love' lives on and has been recorded by artists the world over. Kirby Shaw uses his exceptional arranging skill to bring us this very special arrangement. Don't miss this one! Kirby Shaw's arrangement of 'The Shadow of Your Smile' has beautiful 4 part harmonies. Halfway through, there is a solo opportunity. The audience is sure to enjoy this gem! From Don Moore comes a wonderfully fresh a cappella edition of the classic movie-music favorite, 'I'm Always Chasing Rainbows.'' Finger snaps and the straight-ahead swing style give this arrangement that street corner doo-wop styling. Sure to be a favorite with singers and audiences! Russ Robinson brings us a very singable a cappella setting of this all-time classic, 'Over the Rainbow' from "The Wizard of Oz." The 1998 theatrical release of the movie created a whole new wave of interest in this wonderful music.

Songlist: The Shadow of Your Smile, Peter Gunn, Over the Rainbow, Blue Moon, Theme From Ice Castles ( Through The Eyes of Love ), I'm Always Chasing Rainbows

This series was designed to supplement traditional vocal instruction and works perfectly as preparatory literature for The First Book of Solos and The First Book of Solos Part II. Each piece is in English and has a limited vocal range as well as a piano accompaniment that is playable by a student pianist. The pieces include art songs, folksongs, humorous songs, and suitable vintage popular songs and are all appropriate for contest solos. The accompanying CD includes professionally-recorded accompaniments.

Songlist: The Ash Grove, By The Light Of The Silvery Moon, Come, Aurora, Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes, A Fable, Im Herbst, Hark! Hark! The Lark, If You've Only Got A Mustache, I'm Always Chasing Rainbows, Katy Bell, The Little Irish Girl, Passing By, A Pretty Girl Is Like A Melody, Requiem, Rock-A-My-Soul, The Rose Of Allandale, The Rose Of Tralee, Santa Lucia, Scarborough Fair, Standin' In The Need Of Prayer, Steal Away, When Irish Eyes Are Smilin'

A compilation of songs from her movies and concert appearances. 23 motion pictures are represented by 68 songs. Also includes B&W photographs from the films, film credits and a complete filmography and discography.

Songlist: After You've Gone, Almost Like Being In Love, Alone Together, Am I Blue?, Any Place I Hang My Hat Is Home, Be A Clown, Bidin' My Time, Blues In The Night (My Mama Done Tol' Me), The Boy Next Door, Broadway Rhythm, But Not For Me, By Myself, Come Rain or Come Shine, Comes Once In A Lifetime, Do I Love You, Embraceable You, Every Little Movement (Has A Meaning All Its Own), For Me And My Gal, From This Moment On, Get Happy, Happiness Is A Thing Called Joe, Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, Hello Blue Bird, How About You?, I Cried For You, I Don't Care, I Feel A Song Comin' On, I Got Rhythm, I Happen To Like New York, I Wish I Were In Love Again, and more

Samuel George "Sammy" Davis, Jr. (December 8, 1925 - May 16, 1990) was an Emmy Award-winning, Golden Globe-nominated and Tony Award-nominated American actor, comedian, singer, dancer, impressionist and musician, who remains known for being a member of the 'Rat Pack' of iconic entertainers of the Fifties and Sixties, including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Joey Bishop and Peter Lawford. Here are 25 hits from this legendary Rat Pack member

Songlist: As Long As He Needs Me, The Birth Of The Blues, Bye Bye Blackbird, The Candy Man, Gee Baby, Ain't I Good To You, Gonna Build A Mountain, Gypsy In My Soul, I Guess I'll Hang My Tears Out To Dry, I Want To Be With You, I'll Know, I'm Always Chasing Rainbows, I've Gotta Be Me, Let There Be Love, A Lot Of Livin' To Do, Love Me Or Leave Me, Mr. Bojangles, People Tree, The Shelter Of Your Arms, Smile, Darn Ya, Smile, Something's Gotta Give, That Old Black Magic, There's A Small Hotel, Too Close For Comfort, What Kind Of Fool Am I?, Yes I Can

We have the 2005 collection of The Barbershop Society international competition winners, featuring Gold medalists Realtime's "Story Of The Rose" and "Cry Me A River," Silver medalists Max Q's "This Little Piggie Went To Market" and "Steppin' Out With My Baby," and Bronze medalists (and Sweeps winners) Metropolis' "I Only Have Eyes for You" and "Love/Eyes (Medley)." Riptide, O.C. Times, Vocal Spectrum, Saturday Evening Post... hot selections from the top 20 Barbershop Quartets in the world, live from the electric Finals in Salt Lake City!

Songlist: Yesterday I Heard The Rain, Birth Of The Blues, When You're Smilin', This Little Went To The Market, It's The Girl, I Only Have Eyes For You, Baby Face, Come Fly With Me, Wonderful One, I'm Always Chasing Rainbows, Somebody Knows, Jazz Comes Up The River, In The Cool, Cool, Cool Of The Evening, You're Nobody Til Somebody Loves You, A Wink And A Smile, Do You Really Love Me, From The First Hello To The Last Goodbye, Beautiful Baby, You're So Pretty, Never Say Never Again, Coney Island Baby, I'm In Love Again, Them There Eyes

In its first nine months, Reno, NV-based Q took first place at the divisional level (California/northern Nevada), at the district level (not only winning its district, but outscoring every quartet in all sixteen SPEBSQSA districts) and finished 28th at the world championships in Montreal. Coaching other quartets at the Sacramento Area Quartet Workshop and student quartets at the Northern California Youth Harmony Camp, receiving standing ovations for its music and witty jokes at every barbershop show it headlined, Q went into the studio to record The First Year, its debut CD. What a year! "First Year" has 13 well-chosen classics that showcase the group's ringing chords and tight harmonies: "This Is It (Bugs Bunny Overture," Lerner & Lowe's "Almost Like Being In Love," "I'm Always Chasing Rainbows," a very nice "Q Eyes Medley," "Alice Blue Gown," the traditional "I've Been Working On The Railroad," "I Used To Call Her Baby Medley," and Irving Berlin's "When The Midnight Choo Choo Leaves For Alabam." Randy Newman's heart-tugger "When She Loved Me" is particularly fine. Keep an eye on Q-they're making things happen in the Barbershop world!

Songlist: This Is It (Bugs Bunny Overture), Almost Like Being In Love, Don't Blame Me, I'm Always Chasing Rainbows, Anytime At All, Q Eyes Medley, Love Letters (Straight from Your Heart), Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, Alice Blue Gown, I've Been Working on the Railroad, When She Loved Me, I Used To Call Her baby Medley, When the Midnight Choo Choo Leaves for Alabama