Contemporary A Cappella Arrangements

Jonathan Wikeley : Just Voices - Showtunes

Review: The perfect introduction to unaccompanied three-part choral singing! Each book in the Just Voices series contains ten themed songs in simple a cappella arrangements created especially for beginners. Complete with piano reductions for easy rehearsal, all of the songs in the book can be sung by either SSA or SAT choir, making Just Voices the most enjoyable and flexible introduction to unaccompanied choral singing available. Just Voices Showtunes brings together ten stage songs that make an ideal introduction to mastering the a cappella style.

Songlist: Close Every Door, One, Pick A Pocket Or Two, Seasons Of Love, Sit Down, You're Rocking The Boat, Sunrise, Sunset, The Rhythm Of Life, Tomorrow Belongs To Me, Whistle Down The Wind, You'll Never Walk Alone

Deke Sharon : Best of NBC's The Sing-Off Vol 2

Review: 'Use Somebody' was the opening number of Season 2 of NBC's The Sing-Off, this 2009 #1 hit by Kings of Leon arranged for the combined vocal groups creates a mesmerizing texture of sound, with a world-beat vocal groove, compelling lyrics and riveting modulations that will absolutely astonish your audience. 'I've Got the Music in Me' - This 1970s tune originally recorded by Kiki Dee reaches a new level in this a cappella rendition! Guaranteed to get both the choir and the audience moving! 'With A Little Help From My Friends' - This soulful 'vocals only' setting of the Lennon & McCartney classic in a style reminiscent of Joe Cocker's famous rendition offers a powerful, uplifting message to today's choirs and audiences.

Songlist: I've Got the Music in Me, With A Little Help From My Friends, Use Somebody

Glika Partington : Sing Pop A Cappella Vol 2

Review: A unique guide to teaching unaccompanied singing! Gitika Partington's a cappella arrangements are used by youth and community choirs around the world. Gitika believes in the sensational power of group singing, bringing people together to express joy and celebration through song. Not being able to read music is no obstacle and Gitika's tips and the original arrangements included here demonstrate just how rewarding and inclusive teaching a cappella by ear and gesture can be! Gitika Partington is a singer/songwriter, vocal arranger, teacher and choral director. She has an MA in choral education and holds many other musical qualifications. She runs regular 'popular and world style' singing workshops as well as national training sessions for adults and children. In addition she runs three adult community choirs where all the music is learned by ear and is mostly self arranged. One of Gitika's major loves is a cappella vocal arranging, which she does for her three choirs and her vocal workshops. Her arrangements are used by youth and community choirs across the UK and internationally. This book contains the first of many of her arrangements she would like to share even more widely.

Songlist: All I Have To Do Is Dream, Happy Together, Lovely Day, House of the Rising Sun, Man in the Mirror

Jonathan Wikeley : Just Voices - Classic Pop

Review: Ten easy three-part a cappella arrangements of inspirational songs, for either SSA or SAT choirs, with a piano part for convenient rehearsal. All of these popular pieces are presented in new arrangements by Jonathan Wikeley. Bringing together ten timeless songs of faith, celebration and inspiration, Just Voices: Classic Pop is an ideal introduction to mastering the a cappella style. Perfect for your next concert or as a fun treat for your choir.

Songlist: Across The Universe, Dedicated To The One I Love, Downtown, Hallelujah, In My Room, Life On Mars?, Super Trooper, Turn! Turn! Turn! (To Everything There Is A Season), What The World Needs Now Is Love, Words

Jonathan Wikeley : Just Voices - The Beatles

Review: This volume of the Just Voices series includes 10 timeless pop songs that make an ideal introduction to mastering the a cappella style. Complete with piano reductions for easy rehearsal, all of the songs in the book can be sung by either a SSA or SAT choir, making Just Voices the most enjoyable and flexible introduction to unaccompanied choral singing available. Just Voices The Beatles brings together ten hits from the Fab Four that make an ideal introduction to mastering the a cappella style.

Songlist: All You Need Is Love, Blackbird, Eleanor Rigby, Hey Jude, Let It Be, The Fool On The Hill, Ticket To Ride, When I'm Sixty Four, With A Little Help From My Friends, Yesterday

Robert Latham : Classic Pop Ballads

Review: Yesterday and other Classic Pop Ballads is an absolute winner! Robert Latham's deft, skillful arrangements of some of the best-loved pop ballads of all time form an immensely rewarding collection for choirs in search of fresh 'a cappella' material.

Songlist: Streets of London, The Windmills of Your Mind, The Sound of Silence, Yesterday, Killing Me Softly

Tom Wiggall : Just Voices - Popular Favorites

Review: This volume of the Just Voices series includes 10 timeless pop songs that make an ideal introduction to mastering the a cappella style. Complete with piano reductions for easy rehearsal, all of the songs in the book can be sung by either a SSA or SAT choir, making Just Voices the most enjoyable and flexible introduction to unaccompanied choral singing available.

Songlist: (Something Inside) So Strong, Ain't No Sunshine, All I Have To Do Is Dream, Bridge Over Troubled Water, California Dreamin', God Only Knows, I Say A Little Prayer, Our House, With A Little Help From My Friends, Yesterday Once More

Various Arrangers : Beatles Songs for Male Voices

Review: Your group will love to explore the sounds and rhythms and textures of a cappella music with this accessible arrangement of the classic Beatles song Girl' from 1966. Great solo showcase, too! 'Here Comes The Sun' - Perfect for a spring concert, this bright Beatles classic in an appealing a cappella setting features rich harmonies and light arpeggiated textures resulting in a warm sound without being too complex. 'Yesterday' - a #1 pop hit for four weeks in 1965, this iconic Beatles song is the most recorded song of all time, making it a standard that transcends generational labels. A perfect choice for programs at any time of year!

Songlist: Girl, Here Comes The Sun, Yesterday

Various Arrangers : Beatles Songs for Women's Voices Vol 2

Review: Another great collection of arrangements from song of the best in the business. Everybody but everybody ebjoys an Beatles song! 'Penny Lane' - Using vocals only to create the musical tapestry from the rhythmic and harmonic background to the iconic piccolo trumpet line, this #1 Beatles hit from 1967 will really wow your audience and be a blast to rehearse and perform! 'Here Comes The Sun' - Perfect for a spring concert, this bright Beatles classic in an appealing a cappella setting features rich harmonies and light arpeggiated textures resulting in a warm sound without being too complex. 'When I'm Sixty-Four' - Playful, sweet, melodic... this arrangement brings out all of the best elements of this Beatles ditty, with the melody bouncing between the various voices. When your singers are sixty-four, they'll still be humming along to this timeless classic! 'Imagine' - This simple, sweet setting of John Lennon's song of hope features a soprano soloist. Perfect for a group looking for a good first a cappella song, or a more advanced group interested in focusing on nuance and sincerity.

Songlist: Penny Lane, Here Comes The Sun, When I'm Sixty-Four, Imagine

Various Arrangers : Men Pop Hits 5

Review: To make positive change in the world, start with the face you see in the mirror! Michael Jackson's pop hit from 1988 makes a powerful impact through the immediacy of a cappella vocals! 'Axel F' - Rocketing to popularity originally with the film Beverly Hills Cop and more recently with the internet sensation Crazy Frog, this song retains incredible popularity with all ages. This a cappella setting will be tons of fun to perform with mixed or men's voicings. 'Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel)' - The Philip Lawson arrangement of the sweet and simple lullaby by Billy Joel on his River of Dreams album is stunning. 'Right Here Waiting' - This #1 pop hit by Richard Marx will provide a wonderful romantic moment in a Valentine's concert, spring concert or any time you need a special expression of love! The background vocals create a warm texture and the melodic phrases will warm the heart!

Songlist: Axel F, Lullabye (Goodnight, My Angel), Right Here Waiting, Man In The Mirror

Various Arrangers : Simon & Garfunkel A Cappella

Review: Paul Simon is certainly one of the greatest songwriters of the modern popular song and here are some classics that are sure to please. The phenomenal Simon & Garfunkel #1 hit from 1970 'Bridge Over Troubled Water' in a powerful a cappella setting! From the wistful opening phrases, this iconic song builds to a full-voiced forte, alternating between rich homophonic choral textures and solo melodies with vocal accompaniment sections, before its quiet and gentle closing tones. The King's Singers setting of the famous Simon and Garfunkel song 'April Come She Will' explores the seasons through a gentle vocal tapestry of rhythm and rich harmony with a smooth lead floating above it all. 'Baby Driver' - Sheer, unbridled fun! For college or adult jazz chorus, this arrangement as sung by the New York Voices is a bit tricky, but well worth the effort. It features incredible harmony and rhythm and some a cappella sections, but the purpose of this piece is not to get technical-just to have fun! Four-part scat singing frames the piece on either end, while your baritone soloist goes to town (with great choral support) on each verse. Baby Driver, extracted from the New York Voices Songs of Paul Simon CD, is a toe-tappin', hand-clappin' jazz party. Invite everyone you know!

Songlist: April Come She Will, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Baby Driver

Review: Few country tunes in the past decade have had a bigger impact that his future classic 'Mayberry' by Rascal Flatts, which reminds us how good the good old days were. The fast-moving harmonies and sixteenth note background textures supporting the tenor solo sound far harder to sing than they are, resulting in a great 'show-off' piece for your group. Craig Hella Johnson's setting of Dolly Parton's 'Light of a Clear Blue Morning' is infused with light and hopefulness as it opens with a solo soprano and gradually builds to a joyful overflowing of sound and vocal texture, then gently relaxing into a reflective conclusion. The tender a cappella ballad 'When You Say Nothing at All' recorded by Alison Krauss captures all the emotion and expressiveness you could ever want. Perfect for jazz and pop groups, you'll create sheer magic in concert! Introduce your choir to the fun of a cappella singing with this accessible arrangement of the Lee Ann Womack hit 'I Hope You Dance' that topped the charts. Crafted for success, this setting gives all the parts a chance to sing the melody while the background vocals are easy and create a perfect stylistic texture. Whether you sing it straight or camp it up, the novelty tune 'Happy Trails' from the King of the Cowboys makes a great encore. A cappella or accompanied, you'll ride off into the sunset in style!

Songlist: Happy Trails, I Hope You Dance, Mayberry, When You Say Nothing at All, Light of a Clear Blue Morning

Review: Featuring favorites off the great white way from 21st century hits 'Thoroughly Modern Millie,' 'Movin' Out,' 'Chicago,' 'The Producers' and 'Hairspray.' All are at least 4-part, some are 5.

Songlist: Forget About The Boy, Movin' Out (Anthony's Song), Razzle Dazzle , Til Him , Timeless To Me

Review: A selection of songs from the movies include 'Alfie' from songwriting legends Hal David and Burt Bacharach and arranged by the acclaimed vocal jazz educator Phil Mattson. This song and text is among the most meaningful in contemporary music and is a personal favorite of this reviewer. Rich harmonies highlight the powerful emotions inherent in the text. The lush a cappella setting of the love ballad 'Till There Was You' from The Music Man will be a wonderful choice for more advanced men's ensembles from high school to adult. An ideal festival selection! 'Candle On The Water' from Pete's Dragon is available for the first time in men's a cappella setting. This Disney classic will once again enchant your audience. Beautiful harmonies gently accompany the easily-sung melody. Men's choruses will create a magical spell with this richly expressive setting for unaccompanied TTBB voices 'The Nearness of You' with solo of the famous Hoagy Carmichael standard. A challenging work but well worth the effort!

Songlist: Till There Was You, The Nearness of You, Alfie, Candle On The Water

Review: Disney certainly knows how to create a great tune and here are some of their very best. The breathtaking Elton John ballad 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight' from The Lion King in a sonorous setting for a cappella ensembles. The entertaining novelty song 'I Wan'na Be Like You ' from Walt Disney Pictures' The Jungle Book, originally sung by Louis Prima) has been arranged by the King's Singers' Philip Lawson for a cappella ensembles. Challenging, but worth it - it's a perfect encore! From The Little Mermaid, 'Kiss The Girl' is available in a fantastic a cappella arrangement. Fun Latin rhythms and a variety of vocal inflections make this a great change of pace for any concert! The theme song from the Disney animated classic 'Alice in Wonderland' simply sparkles in a warm a cappella arrangement. Nominated for a Best Score Academy Award, this music is timeless. Here's the showstopper 'Under The Sea ' from The Little Mermaid in a dynamite a cappella rendition by the incomparable Kirby Shaw. Great Caribbean change of pace! Available for the first time in a mixed and men's a cappella setting, the Disney classic 'Candle on the Water' will once again enchant your audience. Beautiful harmonies gently accompany the easily-sung melody. Special!

Songlist: Kiss The Girl, Can You Feel The Love Tonight, Alice in Wonderland, I Wan'na Be Like You, Under The Sea, Candle on the Water

Review: Beautiful harmonies and a lyrical melody combine to make 'Once Upon A Time' a true classic. Recorded by many artists including Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darrin, the song was featured in the Broadway production of All American. The touching standard ' Till There Was You', from The Music Man, in a beautiful a cappella setting by Kirby Shaw with jazz harmonies that will enchant both your singers and your audience. 'If Ever I Would Leave You ' is one of the top Broadway love ballads of all time, and this arrangement is a natural for a cappella women. Fantastic lyrics offer unique opportunities for lyric expression. The new setting of 'Memory' from the pen of former King's Singers Philip Lawson has sensitive harmony and thoughtful voice-leading making this Broadway chestnut a winner!

Songlist: Once Upon A Time , Memory (from Cats), If Ever I Would Leave You (from Camelot), Till There Was You, What I Did For Love

Review: Original arrangements from 'Grateful Praise', the 5th excellent CD from Utah-based Contemporary Christian sextet Eclipse. We have been watching Eclipse with great interest since their dynamic performances at the Harmony Sweeps Finals in 2001 and 2002, winners of the Denver and Pacific NW Regionals. The group's trademark sound features tight, smooth harmonies, solid vocal percussion, complex, beautiful arrangements and high energy.

Songlist: All Creatures of Our God and King, For The Beauty of the Earth, His Eye is on the Sparrow, Mercy's Arms

Review: Original arrangements from 'Grateful Praise', the 5th excellent CD from Utah-based Contemporary Christian sextet Eclipse. We have been watching Eclipse with great interest since their dynamic performances at the Harmony Sweeps Finals in 2001 and 2002, winners of the Denver and Pacific NW Regionals. The group's trademark sound features tight, smooth harmonies, solid vocal percussion, complex, beautiful arrangements and high energy.

Songlist: I Believe In Christ, Go With Me, Let the Words, Evening Prayer

Review: Primarily A Cappella is proud to bring you the first ever songbook from the Bobs. 'A Cappella Songbook, Vol. 1' features 10 original Bobs songs with arrangements by Richard Greene, Gunnar Madsen and Joe Finetti, with adaptions and transriptions by Deke Sharon and Anne Raugh. Now you too can 'Sing the Songs of...' the Bobs.

Songlist: Bus Plunge, Trash, Through The Wall, Helmet, Johnny's Room, Share A Load, Spontaneous Human Combustion, Drive By Love, When We Start To Sing, Elwood Decker

Review: Here's another 10 terrific original songs as sung by the Bobs. This songbook covers the decade of unforgettable tunes, from 'My Shoes' and 'Pounded on a Rock' to 'Kill Your Television' , 'Late Model Love' and 'There's a Nose Ring in my Soup' Sing them if you dare!

Songlist: Pounded on a Rock, My Shoes, Angels of Mercy, Forty Seven Reasons, Rainbird, Kill Your Television, Stranger Than Love, Late Model Love, There's a Nose Ring in my Soup, 50 Kilowatt Tree

Review: Chapter 6 is a professional male a cappella ensemble. Comprised of six vocalists and one arranger, Chapter 6 is the only vocal ensemble to win both The International Competition of Collegiate A Cappella (2001) and the prestigious National Harmony Sweepstakes (2004). The group features a diverse repertoire of American popular music, from Gershwin to Stevie Wonder, as well as original songs ranging from the comical Lost in Canada to the personal God's Love. In addition, clever medleys including The Wizard of Oz entertain music lovers of all ages; their signature six-minute version of the classic MGM film earned a Contemporary A Cappella Recording Award (2005). The book Chapter 6, Volume 1 is published by New Harmony Music. It is the first collection of Chapter 6 music to appear in print form, and it contains all the arrangements from the album Swing Shift, plus additional bonus titles.

Songlist: Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing, How Deep is Your Love, The Wizard of Oz, Ode to Krispy Kreme, I'll Take Care of You, God's Love, It's About Time, Theme and Variations on "It Don't Mean A Thing (If it Ain't Got That Swing)", Pick Up the Pieces, Lost in Canada, What A Wonderful World, Jump, Jive, 'n Wail, You're Smiling Face

Review: The opening number from Episode 1 in NBC's The Sing-Off, each group presented their best soloist with David Bowie's 'Under Pressure'. Singing totally a cappella, this selection gives you the opportunity to showcase an amazing spectrum of vocal talent! The Sing-Off kicked off Episode 3 with a bright and vibrant rendition of the '70s classic 'Mr. Blue Sky' by the Electric Light Orchestra performed by all the remaining groups. A fun and appealing choice for all types of a cappella groups! The opening number from the final night of NBC's The Sing-Off, here is the #1 pop hit from 1987 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For' by U2 in an awesome a cappella setting. Uplifting and powerful!

Songlist: Mr. Blue Sky, I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For, Under Pressure

Review: The Van Morrison classic 'Brown Eyed Girl' is accessible for newly formed a cappella groups, and satisfying for more experienced ensembles. The modern day classic 'True Colors' has been a huge hit for both Cyndi Lauper and Phil Collins. Now it's your turn! 'Be True To Your School' is perfect for pep rallies, sporting events and school assemblies, the breakdown in this arrangement gives your singers a chance to get everyone in the bleachers chanting and clapping along. Rah Rah Sis Boom Bah! The little gem 'Autumn Leaves' is perfect for your fall concert. Lush rubato chords roll through most of the song, but the bridge is a snappy up tempo wake-up call. 'Superman (It's Not Easy)' - At last, a song for your mixed ensemble that wants to sing 21st century music in the college a cappella style! This ballad by Five For Fighting features a high, light tenor solo singing about that common young adult sentiment, 'it's not easy to be me.' First performed by The Persuasions and popularized by The Nylons, 'Good Old A Cappella'``` is an a cappella classic!

Songlist: Autumn Leaves, Be True To Your School, True Colors, Superman (It's Not Easy), Brown Eyed Girl, Good Old A Cappella

Deke Sharon : Girls Just Want To Have Fun

Review: FUN (and challenging) contemporary songs for women's voices! Mariah Carey's 'Always Be My Baby' is set for solo and four background parts, as is 'My Lovin'.' 'Walking On Sunshine' is written for solo plus three background parts, while the others are written for 4 parts.

Songlist: Always Be My Baby, Girls Just Want To Have Fun, My Lovin', Turn The Beat Around, Walking On Sunshine

Review: With music from Latin America growing in popularity, here is a fun way to integrate an important cultural phenomenon into your program. This collection of four traditional songs, arranged for contemporary a cappella groups, represent but four of the many Latin musical styles: from Mexico, mariachi (Cielito Lindo), bolero (Sin Ti) and Latin rock (La Bamba), and from Cuba, Son (Guantanamera). SATB

Songlist: Cielito Lindo, Guantanamera, Sin Ti, La Bamba

Review: Sting's poignant song, 'Fragile,' expresses our vulnerability, and this sensitive arrangement will touch the hearts of singers and audiences alike. Written in the collegiate a cappella style but accessible to solid high school groups, this tune is timeless. 'Breakfast at TIffany's' is a perennial favorite of student a cappella groups since one-hit wonder Deep Blue Something charted in the 90s, this upbeat tune is finally available in published form. 'Brown Eyed Girl,' a Van Morrison classic is accessible for newly formed a cappella groups, and satisfying for more experienced ensembles. Popularized by Nat King Cole, the Great American Songbook tune, 'Orange Colored Sky,' provides an upbeat vehicle for either a baritone or alto soloist. If your singers are clamoring for an upbeat pop tune from this century, you can't go wrong with Maroon 5's megahit 'This Love.' Arranged in the collegiate a cappella style but not too difficult for high school groups.

Songlist: This Love, Orange Colored Sky , Brown Eyed Girl, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Fragile

Review: Looking for some recent top 40 hits, done in the collegiate a cappella style? Well look no further - the answer is here! These are all multi-part SATB arrangements with solos, and all have been hits on the radio at some point between 2002-2005. Deke Sharon collaborated with arranging phenom Robert Dietz to deliver this first-ever collection.

Songlist: Don't Know Why, Drift Away, Heaven, She Will Be Loved, Steal My Kisses

Review: A selection of standards arranged by Deke Sharon and Anne Raugh from the popular CASA songbook series. Women's arrangements - especially interesting ones - are in very short supply. That's why we're very pleased to offer this songbook. Many old standards are here, plus there are a few more challenging contemporary pieces.

Songlist: A Natural Woman, It's My Party, Leader of the Pack, Lollipop, Mister Sandman, O Canada!, One Fine Day, Sweet Dreams, The Boy from New York City, The Star Spangled Banner

Review: Popularized by Nat King Cole, 'Orange Colored Sky,' from the Great American Songbook, provides an upbeat vehicle for either a baritone or alto soloist. Swing it! Popularized by Roberta Flack in the 1970s, updated by the Fugees and Lauryn Hill in the 90s, 'Killing Me Softly With His Song' connects with many generations. This arrangement provides a terrific vehicle to show off the talents of a sensitive female soloist. A perennial favorite of student a cappella groups since one-hit wonder Deep Blue Something charted in the 90s, 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' is finally available in published form. ABBA is back, so get some dancing shoes for your choir! Upbeat, infectious and fun, 'Dancing Queen' will bring energy to singers and get audiences dancing in the aisles.

Songlist: Orange Colored Sky, Killing Me Softly With His Song, Dancing Queen, Breakfast at Tiffany's

Review: Let your students express themselves with 'Drive,' the 90s 'soft metal' hit by Incubus. In the collegiate a cappella style, this song brings a message of self-empowerment: 'When I drive myself my light is found.' This arrangement is challenging rhythmically, giving your advanced students a lesson in syncopation they will relish. Originally published in the collection Jazz Standards, 'Autumn Leaves' is perfect for your fall concert. Lush rubato chords roll through most of the song, but the bridge is a snappy up tempo wake-up call. Sting's poignant song, 'Fragile,' expresses our vulnerability, and this sensitive arrangement will touch the hearts of singers and audiences alike. Written in the collegiate a cappella style but accessible to solid high school groups, this tune is timeless. Maroon5's mega-hit, 'This Love,' is arranged in the collegiate a cappella style, but worth the effort for high school ensembles.

Songlist: Drive, Autumn Leaves, Fragile, This Love

Review: Deke Sharon has become one of the leading arranger of 'contemporary' a cappella and here is a fine collection of classic pop songs. 'Dancing Queen' - ABBA is back, so get some dancing shoes for your choir! Upbeat, infectious and fun, this arrangement will bring energy to singers and get audiences dancing in the aisles. 'Killing Me Softly With His Song' was popularized by Roberta Flack in the 1970s, updated by the Fugees and Lauryn Hill in the 90s, this song connects with many generations. This arrangement provides a terrific vehicle to show off the talents of a sensitive female soloist. The modern day classic 'True Colors' has been a huge hit for both Cyndi Lauper and Phil Collins. Now it's your turn! 'Good Old A Cappella' was first performed by The Persuasions and popularized by The Nylons, this tune has been sung by countless contemporary a cappella groups. Originally from the collection Contemporary A Cappella Volume 1, now for treble voices too! 'God Only Knows' with music by Brian Wilson, made popular by The Beach Boys in the '60s, this arrangement for women's choirs is a great one to feature your soprano soloist or section. 'Hallelujah' - From the Dreamworks animated feature film 'Shrek' comes this sweet and poignant Leonard Cohen hit, scored here for your women's group.

Songlist: Dancing Queen, Killing Me Softly With His Song, True Colors, Good Old A Cappella, God Only Knows, Hallelujah

Review: All the major holidays and events are covered here with eighteen accessible arrangements for SATB voices. You're are indeed ready with a song on any and all occasions!

Songlist: Auld Lang Syne, We Shall Overcome, Danny Boy, When The Saints Go Marching In , Take Me Out to the Ball Game, America, the Beautiful, Over the River and Through the Woods, Hanukkah, Oh Hahukkah, Silent Night, Happy Birthday to You, For He's a Jolly Good Fellow, Pomp and Circumstance, Bridal Chorus, Ave Maria, Havah Nagilah, Amazing Grace, The Star-spangled Banner, O Canada

Review: Deke Sharon and Anne Raugh have become a very successful team in the world of contemporary a cappella arrangements and here is a four song collection suitable for most all male groups. Steve Miller's 'Fly Like An Eagle' is a pop classic and this arrangement is fun to sing as is the Stephen Still song 'Love The One You're With'. Billy Joel's songs seem to be particularly suited for a cappella and 'Uptown Girl' will please both performers and audiences alike.

Songlist: Fly Like An Eagle, Love The One You're With, Uptown Girl, What I Like About You

Review: 'Fields of Gold' - If it wasn't written by Sting, this haunting melody could easily be a traditional English fold song. The melody moves through all four women's parts, with the background texture changing in each verse, ranging from arpeggiated polyphony to warm close harmony. 'Here Comes the Sun' - Perfect for a spring concert, this bright Beatles classic features rich harmonies and light arpeggiated textures resulting in a warm sound without being too complex. The melody is in the Soprano 1 line, allowing either a group or individual solo. 'Mama I'm A Big Girl Now' - This playful song from Hairspray brings the sound of the early 1960's to life with a universal theme. The many verses can be sung by different soloists. 'Songbird' - Based on the Eva Cassidy recording, this honest, emotional ballad features light arpeggiated textures and soaring harmonies supporting a gorgeous, heartfelt soprano melody with occasional duet/trio lines. 'When I'm Sixty-Four' - Playful, sweet, melodic... this arrangement brings out all of the best elements of this Beatles ditty, with the melody bouncing between the various voices. When your singers are sixty-four, they'll still be humming along to this timeless classic!

Songlist: Fields of Gold, Here Comes the Sun, Mama I'm A Big Girl Now, Songbird, When I'm Sixty-Four

Review: 'Time After Time' - A modern classic, this Cyndi Lauper ballad is perfect for an intermediate women's ensemble, ready to tackle gentle arpeggiations and delicate parallel harmonies. 'Heart of Glass' - A powerful soprano solo sits atop your SATB band as the groove their way through this Blondie classic. A great way to introduce your singers to modern polyrhythms and non-standard syllables in a format that's easy for them to understand and internalize. 'I Can't Make You Love Me' - With rich harmonies, delicate arpeggiations and a soaring, heartfelt melody, this showstopping Bonnie Raitt ballad makes a perfect penultimate number. 'Imagine' - This simple, sweet setting of John Lennon's song of hope features a soprano soloist. Perfect for a group looking for a good first a cappella song, or a more advanced group interested in focusing on nuance and sincerity.

Songlist: Heart of Glass, I Can't Make You Love Me, Time After Time, Imagine

Review: The Lennon and McCartney's classic 'All My Loving' is arranged beautifully by Deke Sharon who also does a cool a cappella arrangement of the Rick Springfield hit 'Jessie's Girl'. The June Carter classic 'Ring Of Fire' is lots of fun to sing as is Buddy Holiday's 'That'll Be The Day'. The Stevie Wonder song 'I Wish' rounds out this contemprary a cappella collection that's also a real value for it's price.

Songlist: All My Loving, Jessie's Girl, Ring Of Fire, I Wish

Review: Four fun songs suitable for all. Includes Debbie Harry's (Blondie) pop hit 'Call Me', the big hit for Betty Everett 'The Shoop Shoop Song', The Everly Brothers classic 'When Will I Be Loved' and the bound-to-please audience grabber 'The Loco_Motion' which was an early hit as songwriter for Carole King.

Songlist: Call Me, The Shoop Shoop Song (It's In His Kiss), When Will I Be Loved?, The Loco-Motion

Deke Sharon / Anne Raugh : CASA Songbook 3 - I Feel Good

Review: The third in the popular series features accessible standards as well as more challenging arrangements. The former includes 'I Feel Good,' 'Faith,' 'My Girl,' 'Unchained Melody' and 'Wonderful Tonight.' Then there's 'Bohemian Rhapsody' - in four parts! - Boyz II Men's 'Thank You,' The House Jacks' 'Gone' and Rockapella's 'Change In My Life.' SATB with notes for TTBB and SSAA performance.

Songlist: Bohemian Rhapsody, Change In My Life, Faith, Gone, I Feel Good, My Girl, Thank You, Unchained Melody, Wonderful Tonight

Review: Designed to be introductory primers for high school or other beginning groups, the Contemporary A Cappella Association Songbooks nonetheless adhere to a fine musical standard (unlike some beginning arrangements, which can be watered down and unsatisfying). There are informative performance notes and recommendations for transposing parts, to permit performance by all male or female ensembles. In addition, a discography suggests definitive recordings of these popular songs, which can help facilitate the learning process and educate the ear. Easy to use, the CASA songbooks are an excellent resource.

Songlist: Good Old Acapella, Under the Boardwalk, In the Still of the Nite (I'll Remember), Only You, Zombie Jamboree (Back to Back), Silhouettes, Longest Time, Up on the Roof, Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye, Goodnight, Sweetheart, Goodnight

Review: Designed to be introductory primers for high school or other beginning groups, the Contemporary A Cappella Association Songbooks nonetheless adhere to a fine musical standard (unlike some beginning arrangements, which can be watered down and unsatisfying). There are informative performance notes and recommendations for transposing parts, to permit performance by all male or female ensembles. In addition, a discography suggests definitive recordings of these popular songs, which can help facilitate the learning process and educate the ear. Easy to use, the CASA songbooks are an excellent resource.

Songlist: The Lion Sleeps Tonight, Blue Moon, It's So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yestersay, Sixty Minute Man, It's Alright, Stand By Me, Why Do Fools Fall In Love? , Li'l Red Riding Hood, My Home, Good Lovin'

Review: This first volume for men's voices brings together some old favorites previously released for mixed voices.

Songlist: Good Old Acapella, Good Lovin', Goodnight, Sweetheart, Goodnight, Stand By Me, Up On The Roof

Review: More great pop hits that are becoming standards which also translate very well to a cappella treatments. Pat Benetar reached the top 10 with 'Hit Me With Your Best Shot' and ''Let's Hear It For The Boy' from the movie 'Footloose' was another big seller. Lisa Loeb has developed a sterling reputation as a great contemporary singer/songwriter and this arrangement by Deke Sharon of her 'Stay' is a true delight.

Songlist: Hit Me With Your Best Shot, Let's Hear It For The Boy, Stay

Review: More classic songs for women's voices! These charts will get your group, and your audience, dancing in the aisles! All of the arrangements are four parts except 'Dancing In The Streets' is 5 parts, and 'Son of a Preacher Man' is 4 parts plus solo.

Songlist: Ain't No Mountain High Enough, Dancing In The Streets, Respect, Sentimental Journey, Son-Of-A-Preacher Man

Review: The second volume for men's voices brings together titles released for mixed voices in the Contemporary A Cappella Series songbook volume 4, plus Elvis' 'Heartbreak Hotel.'

Songlist: Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Heartbreak Hotel, Shout, Sh-Boom (Life Could Be A Dream), Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours

Review: Classic pop-rock hits arranged for male voices by Deke Sharon as part of the popular Contemporary A Cappella Collection.

Songlist: Eight Days a Week , Hooked On a Feeling, I'm Into Something Good, Still The One, The Way You Do (The Things You Do)

Review: This collection gives you some classics from the two centuries, by The Beatles, Des'Ree and R. Kelly. All of these songs are well-known enough to please any audience, and the two more current tunes can make for great graduation songs.

Songlist: I Believe I Can Fly , Let It Be, You Gotta Be

Review: On this collection Deke Sharon teams up with Robert Dietz and the collaboration pays of very well on these contemporary a cappella arrangements for men's voices.

Songlist: Drive, Superman, Under The Bridge

Review: Widely considered to one of today's top a cappella arrangers Derric Johnson is also one of our favorites. This songbook is a collection of 14 classic American folk songs as for arranged and performed by Derric Johnson's Liberty Voices and which can be heard on their CDs 'A Cappella Americana' and 'A Slice of A Cappella'. To study a Derric Johnson arrangement is to contemplate the canon of a master. Key to his style is his seamless blending of classical choral and jazz idioms that are fresh, yet easy to assimilate. We highly recommend this songbook for most all choirs, ensembles and groups should have a least one Derric Johnson arrangement in their repertoire.

Songlist: America The Beautiful, Love's Old Sweet Song, My Country 'Tis Of Thee, Oh! Susanna, Shenandoah, Simple Gifts, Skip To My Lou, The Star Spangled Banner, Swing Low, Taps, The Red White And Blue, We The People, Yankee Doodle, You Are My Sunshine

Review: Eclipse's fun contemporary album, 'Once' chock-full of original arrangements and covers. Here are four exciting arrangements from that album. Writting for five and six male voices, enjoy!

Songlist: Danny Boy, Sharing the Sky, The Star Spangled Banner, Zoot Suit Riot

Review: The follow up to Eclipse's first contemporary album 'Once,' 'Think Twice' was a much anticipated release. Here are six original arrangements from that album! For five male voices!

Songlist: Heaven's Eyes, Keep Pushin' On, Kick Back, Relax, Live It On Up, Pouring Rain, Think Twice