Various : Simply Worship 3 - Choral Book

Review: Simply Worship 3 is a wonderful resource for your choral library! This sensible, flexible approach to arranging is similar to that used in the popular Simply...the Best series, offering "big-sounding" arrangements of proven ministry winners with minimal rehearsal time. This non-seasonal collection includes 12 well-known songs (and one hymn!), using a wide variety of thematic material and musical styles from a long list of veteran arrangers.The songs in Simply Worship 3 have been carefully crafted to ensure vocal ranges are reasonable, rhythms can be easily learned and piano accompaniment is accessible and supportive of the vocalists. Each piece can be performed with women's voices only, and no solos are required. Simplicity . . . Quality . . . Versatility . . . you simply can't go wrong with Simply Worship 3!

Songlist: Come Thou Font of Every Blessing, Go is Good, God Shed Your Grace on Us, Holy Is He, How Beautiful, How Great is Our God, Sing to the King, The Thousand Years, When I Think About the Lord, Wonderful Merciful Saviour

Various : Simply Worship 4 - Choral Book

Review: Easy to rehearse and sing, the latest edition of the Simply Worship series delivers sincere, accessible songs with a BIG sound. Featuring titles from many of today's best writers and arrangers, Simply Worship 4 offers a variety of musical styles and scriptural themes. These 12 arrangements can be learned quickly, and are ideal for smaller choirs (or larger choirs with limited rehearsal time).Simple but never simplistic, Simply Worship 4 will bring your congregation together in pure praise as they worship the Almighty King!

Songlist: Amazing Grace, Arise, Beautiful Saviour, Halfway, Hear Our Praises, He's Always Been Faithful, His Life For Mine, Holy Is The Lord, How Can I Keep from Singing, O Worship the King, Revive Us Again, We Will Remember

Various : Sing With The Choir - Hymns

Review: This great new collection lets vocalists sing eight classic hymns as part of a wonderful choir! The book includes SATB parts and the CD features full performances. Turn on the CD, open the book, pick your part, and sing along!

Songlist: Abide With Me, All Hail The Power Of Jesus' Name, Amazing Grace, Be Still My Soul, Blessed Assurance, Come, Thou Almighty King, It Is Well With My Soul, The Church's One Foundation

Style: Contemporary Christian

Various : Sing With The Choir - Top Hits

Review: This great collection lets vocalists sing eight current hits as part of a wonderful choir! The book includes SATB parts and the online audio features full performances. Listen to the audio, open the book, pick your part, and sing along! Songs: All About That Bass - All of Me - Blank Space - Happy - I Bet My Life - Let It Go - Royals - Uptown Funk.

Songlist: Happy, All Of Me, Let It Go, Royals, All About That Bass, I Bet My Life, Blank Space, Uptown Funk

Various : The Anglican Chant

Review: The purpose of this book has been to gather into a single volume those Anglican chants - until now dispersed among many different collections - that are considered by expert opinion to be both worthy compositions in themselves and suitable for general use in parish churches. Almost every chant book in existence has been examined, and many hundreds of different chants have been considered, the inclusion or rejection of each one depending upon the opinion of the majority of a board containing a large number of Church musicians, both professional and amateur.

Various : The Best of Agnus Dei

Review: The greatest collection of contemplative choral music, selected from the best-selling Erato CDs. Includes a unique choral arrangement of Albinoni's Adagio and works by Tavener, Elgar, Schubert and Barber.

Various : The Novello Book of Music for Lent & Easter

Review: A book of anthems, hymn arrangements, and other pieces covering the period from Ash Wednesday to Easter, including music for Palm Sunday, Holy Week, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Day. The book is in the same style as the successful Noel! series, with the same balance of new and familiar pieces to ensure it appeals to the greatest possible choral market.

Various : The Sunday Singer - Easter/Spring

Review: The Sunday Singer, is a choral publication for smaller-sized church choirs that consists of several accessible anthems representing original works and arrangements of hymns and contemporary favorites. For each title, special attention has been given to voice leading, limited vocal ranges and carefully crafted piano accompaniments. Published two times a year, The Sunday Singer will serve as a valuable resource for your choir throughout the church year.

Songlist: All Hail King Jesus, All Hail The Power Of Jesus' Name, Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone), Holy Place, Jesus, Lover Of My Soul, More Precious Than Silver, Open Our Eyes, Open The Eyes Of My Heart, When I Survey The Wondrous Cross

Various Arrangers : 50 Favourite Hymns For Choirs

Review: Hymns are one of the glories of the Church worldwide and congregations everywhere love to sing them. These unique arrangements, with special additional parts for choir and organ, will make them even more precious to the whole people of God. Arranged by Simon Clark, Andrew Fletcher, Mike Hatchard, Michael Higgins, Robert Jones, Simon Lesley, Richard Lloyd, David Machell, Columba McCann, June Nixon, Geoffrey Nobes, Nigel Springthorpe, Andrew Wright

Various Arrangers : 52 Sacred Motets by Old Masters

Review: A collection of a cappella sacred motets.

Songlist: 52 sacred motets, SATB with latin text

Various Arrangers : 70's Pop Hits

Review: Luckily the 70's were not just disco and here are some great pop songs from the era. "Longer" takes on a whole new sound in this fresh a cappella treatment by Kirby Shaw. Smooth vocal backup and great harmonies give this Billy Joel song, "New York State Of Mind," special appeal. This may be the arrangement to end all arrangements of "One Voice!" It features extensive divisi and dynamic contrast. The emotional impact of John Lennon's classic, "Imagine," is most timely in today's world. Also included in this package is an expressive a cappella version of, "If," the pop hit from the '70s.

Songlist: If, Longer, One Voice, Imagine

Various Arrangers : A Baltic Anthology

Review: Baltic choral music has undergone a massive resurgence in recent years. Sacred choral music, in particular, has flourished since the end of the Soviet era, with composers such as Eriks Esenvalds and Rihards Dubra achieving international recognition.This collection of choral music brings together a number of works by Esenvalds and Dubra, and a varied selection of Christmas music, some to standard Latin texts, some to Latvian poetry, others drawing both words and melody from the older pagan tradition of masked singers and dancers.

Songlist: Kas vins? (Who is He?), Lielupe, O Salutaris Hostia, A Drop in the Ocean, Evening (Vakars), This is my Father's World, Amazing Grace, Stars, Only in Sleep, In my Little Picture Frame, Long Road, Miserere mei, Eripe me, Rosa vernans caritatis, Duo seraphi, Puer Natus in Bethlehem, Hodie Christus natus est, Florete flores, Ave Maria, Dominus regit me, Stetit Angelus, Hail, Queen of Heaven, O Emmanuel, At Christmas, Hodie Christus Natus Est, O Radix Jesse Dubra, Verbum Caro Dubra, A Child's Prayer, The Candles Glow, O Nata Lux, and more

Various Arrangers : A Cappella At The Movies

Review: Absolutely stunning! The classic "Moon River" is expertly arranged by noted jazz educator Steve Zegree to show your group at its best. Barbra Streisand's classic "The Way We Were" in a lovely a cappella setting. "My Heart Will Go On", the popular love theme from the hit movie Titanic, originally recorded by Celine Dion, is now available in an exquisite setting by Kirby Shaw. The essence of this very moving, emotional ballad, with its haunting melody and tender lyrics, is beautifully captured with word painting and lush harmonies. Guaranteed to create a moment of sheer magic in your concert.

Songlist: The Way We Were, My Heart Will Go On, Moon River

Various Arrangers : A Cappella Country

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

Various Arrangers : A Cappella Lullabies

Review: Lullabies have been around for thousands of years and in almost all cultures and are probably some of the very first songs ever sung by humans. A lullaby is not surprising appreciated by many of us even as we age and they can be a pleasant addition to any concert. Here are a collection of interesting arrangements of lullabies from Europe.

Songlist: Suo-Gan, Celtic Lullaby, Hush Little Baby, Lullaby, Three Lullabies, Op. 49

Various Arrangers : A Cappella Prayers

Review: A collection of prayer songs that will both inspire and delight singers, congregations and audiences alike. For unaccompanied mixed voices.

Songlist: Three Prayers, Prayer to Jesus, Evening Prayer, Hear my Prayer, The Lord's Prayer, A Child's Prayer

Various Arrangers : African A Cappella

Review: Selected for the Ron Kean Multicultural Series, "African Processional" utilizes sounds from African folk songs and a joyful chorus emerges with an occasional solo interjection. "Ning Wendete" is a traditional folk song from Kenya and is a conversation between a man and a woman. "I love you, but you do not love me. How is that? If you do not love me, you had better tell me so." Dynamic contrast, percussion and a wide range of layered vocal textures make this an appealing concert choice. "The Coca Cola Song" is a playful contemporary African folksong and is a lot of fun to perform with layered vocal parts, African percussion, and humorous references to the choir members singing. Celebrative and highly rhythmic, "African Noel" shines with energy and excitment. Contrasting dynamics and optional percussion make this one a real creative and refreshing Christmas selection. Beautiful in its simplicity, your choir will have fun with this one!

Songlist: African Processional, E Oru O, Ning Wendete, O Sifuni Mungo, An African Song Game (The Coca Cola Song), African Noel

Various Arrangers : African American Spirituals

Review: From the Mark Foster catalog, "Take My Mother Home" is an especially pictorial and dramatic spiritual for Holy Week. Craig Westendorf has chosen an expressive melody to recall Christ's concern for His mother. It is direct and powerful without sentimentality. Sung a cappella with baritone soloist, the repetitive use of the word "nailin'" beneath the second verse is particularly effective. Take My Mother Home could be used within the context of the passion reading by liturgical churches and is also suitable for Lent or Holy Week. All congregations will find this poignant and unique anthem to be a dramatic and moving addition to worship. A tremendously joyful anthem about "kingdom come"! Roy Belfield has artfully arranged this light and bouncy spiritual, "I Want To Be Raedy," with wonderful interplay between voices. Optional solos give soprano and/or tenor stars a chance to shine, and a middle section split between four-part women and four-part men gives each section a chance to really show what they've got! I Want to Be Ready has contagious energy, and such a wonderful picture of heaven-what unbridled happiness when we "walk in Jerusalem just like John." "Climbin' Up The Mountain," is newly arranged by Russell Robinson in a robust a cappella setting with solo opportunities. With its repetitive sections, this piece is not difficult; however, with the exciting key change and strong ending, the singer and listener are captured by the sound and energy of this great arrangement. This unusual, traditional spiritual is not often found. Phil Kern has arranged this exciting, version on "Don't Let Nobody Turn You" which makes its mark with a driving, hushed energy, fantastic solo lines and an ending that will set your audience on fire. This arrangement is smart, musically exciting and fresh. Also included in this package are "Hush! Somebody's Callin' My Name," "My Soul's Been Anchored In De Lord," and "Take My Mother Home."

Songlist: Climbin' Up The Mountain, Don't You Let Anybody Turn You Around, Hush! Somebody's Callin' My Name, I Want To Be Ready, My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord, O Lord, Have Mercy, Take My Mother Home

Various Arrangers : African American Spirituals Vol 2

Review: The familiar portions of 'Dem Bones' dance delightfully and are surrounded by meaningful choral statements, especially the ending 'Breathe On Me Breath of God.' The title of 'Ain't That News' is a tribute to the superb Staple Singers, who dang a piece by that name, not otherwise quoted in this chart. The opening seven measures are an adaptation of an old Paul Robeson 78. The rest of the piece is original material intended to pay homage to both the black church and black popo music, just one of the many genres that owes its soul to the spiritual. The composer states, "My goal is to allow even the most demure chorister to have at least a little taste of what it would be like to be Aretha Franklin." Donald R. Frderick's arrangement of 'Deep River' is short but sweet with beautiful 4 part harmonies. The beautiful sound of 'Bright Mansions' is brought to life with great excitement in K. Lee Scott's arrangement. Multiple sections featuring only male voices and a soaring descant towards the end of the piece make this gospel tune a true gem. Rosephanye Powell has become one of the most popular new choral writers to burst on the scene. 'Drinking of the Wine' was commissioned by the Truman State University Chorus, conducted by R. Paul Crabb. The text weaves together stories from the Bible with images of the hardship of life. 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot' is treated in an expressive, upbeat and playful manner in this arrangement. It is rhythmically challenging - a pervasive triplet feel with some interesting and unexpected twists.

Songlist: Ain't That News, Deep River, Bright Mansions, Drinkin' of the Wine, Swing Low, Sweet Chariot

Various Arrangers : African Folk Songs

Review: The first two South African Folk Songs are in Shangani. The first seems to be in recognition of the arrival of the first white settlers off the west coast of Africa, ostensibly in the 17th century. The second, Tulan, Nimamele!, speaks for itself. They are both best done in a strong, boisterous fashion. Freedom Come is The closing movement of Bandari: Inside These Walls, a five-movement work encompassing a variety of African styles and combining Swahili and English texts. Freedom Come is written in the style of a South African freedom song; it creates an atmosphere in which hope can increase, healing can occur, and connections to our common humanity can be strengthened.

Songlist: Two South African Folk Songs, Kpanlongo, Freedom Come, Keep quiet and listen, See, coming at a distance, the German ship

Various Arrangers : African Folk Songs Vol. 2

Review: Two distinctive cultures combine in the unique choral change-of-pace known as 'An Afro-Celtic Diddle.; Featuring African percussion and Irish-inspired vocals, this delightful piece is fun, fun, fun! Disney's powerful African song, 'One by One.' will bring down the house. 'Dubula' is a folk song of the Xhosa people of South Africa. The style is boisterous, party-hardy and open-throated. The South African Zulu song, 'Womoweh (Mbube),' was first recorded in the early 1940s by Solomon Linda. Pete Seeger later transcribed the song for The Weavers. Once adapted to their own style, it become one of their greatest hits. The Five African songs in 'Hamba Lulu' have a rhythmic energy that propels the music and stirs the human spirit. With a variety of performance options, this collection will be an outstanding addition to your choral library. Stephen Hatfield's fun tune, 'African Celebration' is gem that can be used in any concert series needing that extra world music flavor, it comes complete with a pronunciation guide to help you and your choir learn the music!

Songlist: An Afro-Celtic Diddle, One by One, Dubula, Wimoweh (Mbube), Hamba Lulu, African Celebration

Various Arrangers : American Folk Songs Vol 1

Review: The a cappella arrangement of 'Home on the Range' bursts with colorful harmonies and textures which expertly interpret the text. Described by some as a "perfect melody," this American standard gives your ensemble a chance to show off their impeccable tuning and blending abilities for concert, contest, or festival. 'Battle Hymn of the Republic' captures the triumphant sound of the original tune with great drum-like sounds coming from the men and the beautiful melody and harmony coming from the womens' voices. The legato feel and beautiful harmonies in 'My Old Kentucky Home' are breathtaking. This is a great tribute to Stephen Foster's original tune. The old southern tune 'Poor Wayfarin' Stranger' is simple but elegant. The unison sections add great contrast to the sections with more vocal harmony. John Biggs' 'Auction Cries' is a hillarious interpretation of text taken from auction advertisements in the Emporia Gazette (Kansas). This is a fast tune, with each voice part doing something totally different from the other. A great encore piece!

Songlist: Auction Cries, Battle Hymn of the Republic, Home On The Range, My Old Kentucky Home

Various Arrangers : American Folk Songs Vol 3

Review: Kathleen McGuire has created an outstanding arrangement of the glorious song "Harriet Tubman", originally penned by Walter Robinson, about the famous leader of the famous Underground Railroad. A cappella vocals that build with a "come on up" followed by rhythmic vocals under the hypnotic melody. Optional cabaca part suggested. Layered under that is the sound of percussion imitating a train and vocal nuances resembling the sound of chains and also a train whistle. Incredibly powerful and moving! It's a must for every choir's library. Eric Lane Barnes has a very unique writing style and he has done it again with the choral, Glee! This creative a cappella gem is quite entertaining, hearkening back to the days of the glee club songs of Yale and Harvard. This work is an excellent tool to teach harmonics. Listen to the middle section that contains a sequence of ascending diminished 7th chords with lyrics announcing the definition of the word, "glee." Novel, yet eloquent in its style and performance possibilities, Glee is "gleefully" a winner for any program. There is an early American feel to "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing" that coordinates wonderfully with the text and adds a sense of authenticity to the whole. This treatment is a welcome addition to other versions of this piece because of its unique approach. Use during Pentecost or for general use. For harvest time, consider this medley of Thanksgiving favorites arranged by Chuck Bridwell. Contrasting sections include We Gather Together set to the tune Ash Grove, a fresh harmonization of Now Thank We All Our God sung a cappella, and a lovely arrangement of Handel's Thanks Be to Thee. Gracious and festive, Songs of Thanksgiving is the perfect adoration medley for the season of gratitude. The sturdy American folksong "Meeting Is Over" has been given new life through the skillful arranging of James Clemens. Maintaining the hollow, open harmonies and steady rhythmic movement of Early American music, Clemens adds some fresh counterpoints and syncopations to really liven things up. Meeting Is Over is dynamic!

Songlist: Harriet Tubman, Glee, Coffee Grows On White Oak Trees, Cindy, Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing

Various Arrangers : Augsburg Easy Choirbook - Music For The Church Year

Review: A new must-have collection of sacred choral music that is easy and accessible to the smaller, less accomplished choir-yet substantial and interesting enough to challenge any choir. Included are well-known and newly-composed selections for all seasons by composers like Carl Schalk, K. Lee Scott, Bradley Ellingboe, and Linda Cable Shute. Full choirs will find this volume perfect for simple services, low Sundays, or off-seasons. Small choirs can feast on this repertoire throughout the year.

Songlist: As This Broken Bread, Be Thou My Vision, Before The Marvel of This Night, Gracious Spirit, Dwell With Me, I'm Going on a Journey, Jubilate deo (psalm 100), Once He Came in Blessing, Out of the Depths I Cry To Thee, Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us, Stir Up Your Power, That Priceless Grace, The Chief Cornerstone, The Silent Stars Shine Down on Us, When Twilight Comes

Various Arrangers : Barbershop Jubilee

Review: A rare find! Mixed SATB arrangements of some great standards.

Songlist: Gang That Sang "Heart of My Heart", Curse of An Aching Heart, Honey, I Know What It Means to Be Lonesome, Jeannine (I Dream of Lilac Time), I'll See You In My Dreams, I Cried for You, In All My Dreams, I Dream of You, I Never Knew, Linger Awhile, M-O-T-H-E-R, Roll Along Prairie Moon, Sleepy Time Gal, Swingin' Down the Lane, Seems Like Old Times, Peggy O'Neil, Sweet Cider Time, When You Were Mine!, No! No! A Thousand Times No!, I'm Sorry I Made You Cry, Once In A While, Peg O' My Heart, My Blue Heaven, That's How I Need You, Li'l Liza Jane, When You Wore A Tulip

Various Arrangers : Broadway Classics

Review: "Seasons Of Love" - Rhythmic challenges will reward more advanced a cappella ensembles in this arrangement from the Broadway hit, RENT! "I Have Dreamed" - Lush vocal textures and expressive harmonies are the highlight of this well-crafted a cappella setting of the classic ballad from Rodgers & Hammerstein's The King and I. An excellent showcase for both concert groups and vocal jazz ensembles. "Sun & Moon" - Here is the tender ballad from Miss Saigon in a warm and expressive a cappella setting. The imploring melody emerges from the rich vocal accompaniment like a beacon. Stunning! "AllI Ask Of You" - The King's Singers give special treatment to this Andrew Lloyd Webber classic from The Phantom of the Opera!

Songlist: Sun And Moon, All I Ask Of You, I Have Dreamed, Seasons Of Love

Various Arrangers : Broadway Gems

Review: There's nothing more enchanting than a great Broadway tune and here are some of the best! "The Music Of The Night", the powerful and dramatic Andrew Lloyd Webber song from The Phantom of the Opera. in a brilliant a cappella setting by Kirby Shaw and exquisite harmonies and accessible vocal writing make the Rodgers and Hammerstein standard "If I Loved You" a real classic. "If Ever I Would Leave You" is one of the top Broadway love ballads of all time, this arrangement is a natural for a cappella women. Fantastic lyrics offer unique opportunities for lyric expression. This lyrical setting of the Camelot classic love song is sensitive, yet lightly contemporary in feel. Here is a touching standard "Till There Was You" from The Music Man in a beautiful a cappella setting by Kirby Shaw. The jazz harmonies will enchant your singers and your audience. This stunning new a cappella arrangement of the Leonard Bernstein West Side Story ballad "Somewhere" was a featured selection for the 2002 Iowa All-State Choir. Destined to become a classic! "What I Did for Love" is every performer's anthem! From the Broadway classic A Chorus Line, this a cappella setting will leave your audience spellbound!

Songlist: If I Loved You, The Music of the Night, Somewhere, Till There Was You, What I Did for Love

Various Arrangers : Cantica Nova

Review: Cantica Nova is an outstanding collection of new motets by contemporary British composers. Scored for mixed voices - a cappella and with organ the pieces present a kaleidoscope of different styles and sonorities, united in their ability to communicate fresh ideas and the skill of their vocal writing. Here are dancing, energetic rhythms and rich, ecstatic chords; simple, plainchant lines and overlapping, mesmeric phrases; pieces direct and strong and pieces radiant and spacious; motet telling in their simplicity and motets dramatic and theatrical. Encompassing a wide range of texts, with settings of some of the great hymns of the Church alongside little-known, rarely set texts, the collection will be welcomed by concert and church choirs seeking innovative and exciting contemporary repertoire.

Songlist: O Lux Beata Trinitas, Pasce Agnos Meos, Ave Maria Stella, Pange Lingua, Ave Regina Coelorum, Ave Verum Corpus, A Prayer Of King Henry, In Medio Ecclesiae, Surrexit Christus, Ave Verum Corpus, Cantate Domino, Jesu Dulcis Memoria, Veni Sancte Spiritus, Surge Illuminare, Ostende Nobis Domine, Christus Est Stella, O Adonai, Et Dux Domus Israel

Various Arrangers : Caribbean Calypso

Review: "Big Bunch a Little Bunch" is a traditional Bahamian song about the many beloved recipients of a woman's roses. This lively, rhythmic arrangement for mixed choir is ideal for a world music concert or other festival performances. "Ripe Tomata Green Peas" is a traditional market song by Bahamian composer/conductor Cleophas Adderley offers a light-hearted treatment that is sometimes solemn, sometimes frenzied. With optional hand percussion, this a cappella setting will bring your concert to a spirited conclusion! "Jamaican Noel " is a bright and cheerful original that will surely be heard resounding throughout the halls of your school - it's that irresistible! The delightful settings of "Three Bahamian Folk Songs" are by the founder and director of the Bahamas National Youth Choir and will add a little caribbean calypso to you program. What fun!

Songlist: Big Bunch a Little Bunch, Ripe Tomata Green Peas

Various Arrangers : Chinese Folksongs

Review: Unusual and charming but not unduly difficult, this fun arrangement by honored Canadian choral master Jon Washburn can be sung in either transliterated Chinese or in English. Includes 'Kang Ding Love Song' and 'Looking for Plum Blossoms in the Snow.' "Hsiao Cheng Ku Shih" and "Diu Diu Tang" are skillfully interwoven in this unique setting for Philip Lawson of the King's Singers. "Mo Li Hua" - Numerous composers have been drawn to the haunting melody of the popular Chinese folk song Jasmine Flower. This setting seeks to restore the tune to a more authentic stylistic palette with a few Western elements. For mixed voices, soprano solo, flute and optional plucked instrument, includes translation and transliteration.

Songlist: Chinese Melodies - Two Songs on Love and Nature, Two Chinese Folksongs, Diu Diu Tang, Mo Li Hua, Hsiao Cheng Ku Shih

Various Arrangers : Choral 60's Hits

Review: The Mamas & The Papas' hymn to the West Coast state California Dreamin' was actually written in chilly New York City by John and Michelle Phillips before they even formed the band that made them famous. Simon & Garfunkel were New York through and through and Simon's jaunty song about the Queensboro Bridge - aka Feelin' Groovy - uses its local colloquial name. Skeeter Davis, born Mary Frances Penick, was the survivor of a car crash that killed her singing partner Betty Jack Davis. They had enjoyed some success as The Davis Sisters but The End Of The World was the biggest hit of Skeeter's subsequent solo career. In My Room saw The Beach Boys moving indoors from all that sun and sand and recording one of their most reflective and lovely songs. Meanwhile the British invasion was threatening the pop status quo in America and Can't Buy Me Love, from the film Hard Day's Night, gave The Beatles yet another number one in the US charts.

Songlist: California Dreamin', Feelin' Groovy, The End of the World, In My Room, Can't Buy Me Love

Various Arrangers : Classic Ballads

Review: Your jazz, show, and concert choirs will all sound fantastic singing this classic Gershwin ballad "But Not for Me". This new a cappella arrangement offers beautiful lush harmonies with a female solo feature. Closes with one of Ira's most creative lyrics: "But there's no knot for me." The expressive ballad "When I Fall in Love" has been expertly arranged for a cappella mixed voices. A classic song plus a classic setting equals a memorable performance experience for all. Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's Hawaiian-style "Over the Rainbow" has become a prevalent part of today's popular music. Performed in Glee's first season finale by Matthew Morrison and Mark Salling, the unique setting has been sung by several American Idol contestants and featured in many TV shows and movies. In this creative arrangement, a divisi choir accompanies the soloist, duet, or small group, performing a cappella or with optional piano, ukulele, or guitar. "The More I See You" - Originally released in 1945, this standard continues to touch hearts. Langford's advanced vocal jazz setting, dividing into multiple voice parts, really brings the melody and lyrics to life. Worth the rehearsal time! "Someone to Watch Over Me" - Originally written as an up-tempo number for the musical Oh Kay!, Ira convinced George that it was better as a ballad. The lush, challenging harmonies in this arrangement prove that Ira was right!

Songlist: But Not for Me, When I Fall in Love, Over the Rainbow, The More I See You, Someone to Watch Over Me

Various Arrangers : Classic Jazz Songs for Mixed Voices

Review: "Autumn Leaves" - A fresh take on a classic standard with intricate, yet accessible jazz harmonies and effortless voice leading. The vocals sing like falling and drifting leaves throughout the piece. A standout ballad for your jazz, show, or concert choir! "More Than You Know" - Originally published in 1929 this great song was subsequently included in three musical films: Hit the Deck (1955), sung by Tony Martin; Funny Lady (1975), sung by Barbra Streisand; and The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989) sung by Michelle Pfeiffer (in a memorable introductory scene for her character). "When Sunny Gets Blue" - Recorded by a vast number of major artists, this standard is irresistible in its appeal! In this arrangement, the lyrics take on an important role in shaping the style, as the vocals evoke the imagery of rain beginning to fall or the wind stirring the trees. A beautiful, but challenging work, and well worth the effort! "Solitude" - Display your vocal jazz technique with this challenging chart that is highlighted by its rich harmonic tapestry. Feature a special soloist as the choir sings a supportive back-up marked by a quiet intensity.

Songlist: Autumn Leaves, More Than You Know, When Sunny Gets Blue, Solitude

Various Arrangers : Classic Pop Hits

Review: 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

Various Arrangers : Classic Pop Hits Vol 2

Review: "We Will Rock You" - Your whole crowd will join in with the stomps and claps as you perform this rock and roll classic! This iconic 1978 pop hit by Queen will bring down the house! A powerful soprano solo sits atop your SATB band as they groove their way through the Blondie classic "Heart of Glass". 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. "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You" - The 1991 pop hit by Bryan Adams makes a spectacular a cappella feature with its rich harmonies and expansive melodies. Ideal for Valentine's Day concerts, graduation or a special dedication any time of year! The 1970's pop hit "Come In From The Rain" translates beautifully into a lush and deeply felt a cappella ballad. Perfect for graduation, end-of-the-year programing of a special concert feature, you will want to perform it again and again ! "I'll Stand By You" - A modern ballad by the Pretenders that translates well from small ensemble to large chorus, with a timeless message and powerful harmonies. Solo can be sung by an alto, soprano or tenor. Great for graduations and other events.

Songlist: Come In From The Rain, (Everything I Do) I Do It For You, We Will Rock You, I'll Stand By You, Heart of Glass

Various Arrangers : Contemporary Christian Vol. 1

Review: First Call member, Melodie Tunney continues her gorgeous arranging skills with this stunning a cappella setting of "Holy, Holy, Holy.' Her contemporary style and brilliant use of harmonization makes this an unforgettable setting for worship of all styles. 'Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine!' The artistic and talented Ken Berg arranges these poignant words penned by Fanny Crosby in 'Assurance.' A challenging a cappella setting, Assurance is well worth the rehearsal time and energy, which will produce a thrilling performance for any service of worship or concert. Beautiful, worshipful and comforting, this gorgeous arrangement of Lelia Morris' 'Nearer, Still Nearer' is arranged by Bob Burroughs in his signature style. The harmony is stunning while the a cappella rendition allows the impact of those chords to shine. A surprise phrase of 'draw me nearer, nearer, nearer blessed Lord,' brings this piece to a gripping close. Arranged with an Alto Solo lead, which is signature Melody Tunney, 'Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne' is just stunning! Emotion packed and reverent, this stirring choral evokes worship. With some degree of ability required, and the majority of the parts divisi throughout, the end result is thrilling. Text resounding, "O come to my heart, Lord Jesus," it is perfect or Christmas or any time of the church year.

Songlist: Assurance, Nearer, Still Nearer

Various Arrangers : Disco Time!

Review: Get out the disco lights and let's boogie. "Night Fever" - The hottest ticket on Broadway! This feature number from Saturday Night Fever is electrifying! "Boogie Down" - Get your boogie down with this 80's classic by Al Jarreau that has a funky feel that still grooves! Great solo opportunities and vocal riffs make it a super feature for pop, jazz and show choirs from high school and up. "Boogie Wonderland" - All the color and light and spectacle of the 70s are distilled into this masterpiece of the era! A top ten hit for Earth, Wind & Fire in 1979, this selection will be a perfect opening for pop and show choirs looking to make an impact! ":Y.M.C.A." - A real crowd-pleaser and a natural for choreography!

Songlist: Night Fever, Boogie Down, Boogie Wonderland, Y.M.C.A.

Various Arrangers : Disney Medleys for Mixed Voices Vol 2

Review: A second collection of four different medleys of some of Disney's greatest movie songs. Dozens of classics songs are included on these fun and accessible arrangements

Songlist: Disney on Stage, Disney Friendship Favorites, Songs of a Disney Hero, Songs of a Disney Villain

Various Arrangers : Do It Doo Wop

Review: As one of the earliest forms of a cappella singing every group should know at least some of the doo wop classics. "Under The Boardwalk", the 1964 hit by the Drifters, is one of the all time a cappella hits and should be in every group's repertoire. Here's a super doo-wop arrangement of Ben E King's 1961 "Stand By Me" and " In The Still Of The Night", a doo wop gem that's fun to sing. "Come Go With Me" - Put a special soloist out front with this doo-wop hit of the '50s!

Songlist: Come Go With Me, Under the Boardwalk, In the Still of the Nite, Stand By Me

Various Arrangers : Doo Wop Barbershop for Mixed Voices

Review: These 1950s doo-wop classics will add a touch of nostalgia to your concert! Smooth a cappella harmonies will delight your audience and the arrangements are super fun to rehearse and perform. The blending of these two uniquely American a cappella genres is fascinating and ands an interesting sound to your repertoire.

Songlist: In The Still of the Nite, Under the Boardwalk, Goodnight, Sweetheart, Goodnight, Sh-boom

Various Arrangers : Early Music for Mixed Voices

Review: "O Magnum Mysterium" was written in the late Renaissance period by Tomas Luis de Victoria, this beautiful piece captures the wonder and mystique of Christ's birth. Russell Robinson has arranged O Magnum Mysterium, making it more accessible to both school and church choirs, by setting it in a slightly higher key than the original, and with notation that is more easily understood. The music of the Renaissance has a pure clarity of sound that every singer should experience. Ruth Elaine Schram's setting of "Agnus Dei" is a lush setting with parts intertwining in the most unexpected ways, forming uniquely beautiful harmonies. The cyclical nature of the piece reiterates the meaning of the text, a fervent prayer, "Lamb of God, grant us peace." Festival or contest piece for schools, and a moving Lenten anthem for the sanctuary. A passionate Latin text, "Adoramus Te" embodies all of the purity and pristine beauty of Renaissance music. Sung a capella, this reverent masterwork may be used in concert, contest, or festival settings by school or church groups. Appropriate for high school children. Robert Shaw commissioned Chester Alwes to make an edition of Tomas Luis de Victoria's motet, "O Vos Omnes", which was to be sung as part of the Robert Shaw Summer Festival in France. Robert Shaw has added tempo indication and expressive and dynamic marks, which indicates his feelings about how the piece should be realized in contemporary performance giving modern conductors the guidance of one of America's foremost choral musicians. The a cappella madrigal from the high Renaissance "Adieu, Sweet Amaryllis" is now available as a choral. It features opportunities for dynamic contrasts and development of musical line. John Leavitt has edited the piece with optional cue notes to make the tenor range more accessible to a larger group of singers. This madrigal is stunningly beautiful. This buoyant Spanish love song"Catinga" includes words by Gil Vincente and extols the beauty of one beyond compare, asking sailor, soldier, and shepherd if they have ever seen such loveliness. Cantiga is sung a cappella, with the voices simulating the strumming of a guitar and providing percussive accompaniment to the melody. Great fun!

Songlist: O Magnum Mysterium, Agnus Dei, Adoramus Te, O Vos Omnes, Cantate Domino, Adieu, Sweet Amaryllis, Catinga

Various Arrangers : Eastern European Folk Songs

Review: Lajos Bardos' Hungarian composition, 'Erik A Som,' has easy melodies and harmonies, the challenge comes with the text, as the Hungarian language is a bit more difficult, than others, to learn. Hungarian words are always accented on the first syllable. There are no diphthongs; if two vowels appear together, each is distinctly pronounced. A helpful guide to learn how to speak the text is included. 'Chindia,' is perhaps Pascanu's most famous composition. It is based on an instrumental Romanian folk dance by the same name. 'Chindian' besides being the name of a folk dance, refers both to the time of day just before the sun sets and to the place in the sky where the sun goes down. The dance is perfomed by both men and women in a closed circle, the dancer's arms on each other's shoulders. A vigorous dance, it uses small steps, and may include amusing, somewhat athletic stunts. This wordless piece is very exciting to sing! 'Sednalo e Djore dos' is based on a very famous Bulgarian folk tune that has circulated in the oral tradition of Bulgarian folk singers for many years. It is characterized by its short and repetitive melodic line flavored with a lot of humorous energy. In this arrangement, the arranger has paraphrased the melody slightly thus allowing it to become a good foundation for harmonic variations. Ivan Hrusovsky's 'Rytmus' has excellent, fun rhythms along with great (but relatively simple) harmonies. The latin text moves niceley with the melodies.

Songlist: Rytmus, Sednalo e Djore dos, Chindia, Erik A Som (The Cherries Ripen)

Various Arrangers : Emergent - Choral Book

Review: Songs from the ministries of Gateway Worship, New Life Worship, Planetshakers, Covenant Worship, LIFE Worship UK, and All About Music. Each song is fresh, new, and showing strong signs of breaking through the noise to become part of the Worship Music playlist for churches everywhere. These are fast-rising songs on the CCLI charts, paving the way for their use in corporate worship settings in churches all around the world. What better way to introduce them to your church than through these modern worship choir settings that invite congregational participation! EMERGENT...8 new arrangements for Worship-Leading Choirs and their Congregations!

Songlist: All He Says I Am, Royal Blood, Covered, Wide Open Space, Back to Life, God Most High, Here in Your Presence, How Awesome

Various Arrangers : English Church Music Vol 1 - Anthems & Motets

Review: Oxford Choral Classics: English Church Music assembles in two volumes around 100 of the finest examples of English sacred choral music of the past five centuries. The first volume, dedicated to anthems and motets, presents both favourite and lesser-known works, from the exceptional Renaissance polyphony of Taverner, Tallis, and Byrd, through the Restoration led by Purcell, to the glorious works of the great nineteenth- and twentieth-century composers, including Wesley, Elgar, Stanford, Vaughan Williams, and Howells. The volume contains a number of more substantial works, including Mendelssohn's Hear my prayer, Stainer's I saw the Lord, and Naylor's Vox dicentis: Clama, as well as a wonderful selection of shorter pieces, from Gibbons's O Lord, in thy wrath to Walton's Set me as a seal upon thine heart. With the second companion volume of canticles and responses, this bipartite collection presents a comprehensive survey of English sacred music at its best.

Songlist: Rejoice in the Lord alway, Jesu, the very thought of thee, Salvator mundi, O where shall wisdom be found?, Ave verum Corpus, Haec dies, Justorum animae, Sing joyfully, They are at rest, Lord, for thy tender mercy's sake, O clap your hands, O Lord, in thy wrath, These are they which follow the Lamb, Lord, let me know mine end, My song is love unknown, Faire is the heaven, O how glorious is the kingdom, Like as the hart desireth the waterbrooks, Greater love hath no man, The souls of the righteous, Hear my prayer, Nolo mortem peccatoris, Vox dicentis: Clama, Ave Maria, Ascendit Deus, Hear my prayer, O Lord, I was glad when they said unto me, Let mine eyes run down with tears, Lord, how long wilt thou be angry?, Remember not, Lord, our offences, and more

Various Arrangers : English Music Hall Favourites

Review: This reviewer is the owner of Primarily A Cappella and an ExPat Englishman living in the US and each of these songs are ones I remember fondly from my youth growing up in England. These are all very popular traditional songs that most every Englishman knows and are classics of their kind. They are highly enjoyable songs that will add lots of fun to your repertoire and certainly will be thoroughly enjoyed by not only any British folks in the audience.

Songlist: Teddy Bear's Picnic, I Do Like to be Beside the Seaside, The British Grenadiers, Dashing Away With The Smoothing Iron

Various Arrangers : Farewell Songs

Review: A collection of songs suitable for funerals or memorial services. The hearty folk hymn "I'm Going Home" has a strength and vitality so typical of the songs of the Sacred Harp. I'm Going Home was featured in the oscar-nominated film, Cold Mountain, and Pepper Choplin's accessible a cappella arrangement is destined to be just as successful. Simple, but not simplistic, this sturdy chorus will stir the soul. "Depart in Peace" is a wonderful closing for any service. Your congregation will leave with this blessing in song echoing long after. Everyone needs good benedictions and parting blessings and no one does them better than Don Besig. He features a new version of the classic "God Be with You Till We Meet Again" as well as several other original blessings to round out this useful grouping. The writing is well-suited to choirs of every level of achievement. Essential! The anthem "We Are Not Alone" touches the heart with its reassuring message of God's faithfulness and power. The choir supplies rhythmic energy with its repetitive phrase, We Are Not Alone, while the soloist glides above in smooth sustained lines. The piece will leave the congregation singing this simple but profound truth long after the service has ended.

Songlist: I'm Going Home, A Parting Blessing, Depart In Peace, God Be With You Till We Meet Again, We Are Not Alone

Various Arrangers : Feelin' Good - A Cappella

Review: Get both your group and the audience relaxed and in the groove with these classic laid-back and feeling good songs. "Groovin'" is the #1 hit from 1967 by the Young Rascals in a smooth vocals-only setting perfectly captures the relaxed slow groove of the song with an easy vocal accompaniment and a irresistible solo. An a cappella setting of "Drift Away" that echoes its roots, this song shot to the top of the charts in 1973 with strong lyrics and great hook, Give me the beat, boys, and free my soul. Happy Together" - An accessible unaccompanied setting of the 1967 #1 hit by the Turtles brings a cappella to mixed ensembles in middle and high school. Fun vocal effects will motivate your group! "Shambala" - From 1973, the pop hit by Three Dog Nightwas also a hit for a cappella group Rockapella. This arrangement is full of tasty harmonies and a warm gospel groove that will infuse your concert with hopefulness and joy. This vocals only edition will be especially effective for choirs of all types!

Songlist: Groovin', Drift Away, Happy Together, Shambala

Various Arrangers : Five Centuries of Choral Music for Mixed Voices

Review: This book has become a classic and can be found in the repertoire of many high school choirs across the land.

Songlist: Adoramus Te, Alleluia (Mozart), Allon, Gay Bergeres, Apple, Apple (Hungarian), Ave Verum (Jesu, Word of God Incarnate), Bless The Lord, O My Soul-Ivanof, Break Forth, O Beauteous, Heavenly Light, Carol Of The Angels (Niles), Chester, Come Sweet (Soothing) death (Bach), Echo Song (Di Lasso), Handsome Butcher, He Watching Over Israel, Here Is Thy Footstool (Creston), Let Down The Bars, O Death-Barber, Let Us Now Praise Famous Men, Little White Hen (Scandello), Lullay My Liking (Holst), O Magnum Mysterium, Old Woman, The (Hungarian), Planets, Stars And Airs Of Space, Sam Was A Man, Sanctus (Haydn), Shenandoah, Sing We And Chant It, Sure On This Shining Night, The Turtle Dove, Thee with tender care, Tune Thy Music To Thy Heart, What If I Never Speed, and more

Various Arrangers : Folk Songs of the Philippines

Review: Chua-ay is based on a popular folksong in the Philippines that depicts the Igorot tribes at work, pounding rice by means of a huge mortar and heavily weighted posts in order to separate the rice grains from their outer shells or husks. The piece begins with bird-calls serenely chanted by two sopranos and followed by a set of rhythmic vari- ations on the repetitive three-note theme of Chua-ay. Foot stomps suggest the mortar and pestle action that also enhances the earthy character of this northern folksong. Leron, Leron sinta or "My Dear, Little Leron," is a popular Filipino folk song from the Tagalog region. It is traditionally a work song, reprsenting those who work in the fields harvesting fruits, though the origin is unclear due to the lack of scholarly literature that examines Philippine folk music. Because of its catchy tune, it is often presented as a children's song, though some parts of the text may have been meant for a more mature audience. Some sources also refer to it as a courtship song. "Ilay Gandangan" is a popular piece among Filipino choirs. Derived from a sun chant of the Maguindanao tribe, the people call on the sun god, Ilay, to end the rain that is covering the land.

Songlist: Chua-ay, Ilay Gandangan, Leron, Leron Sinta, Mamayog Akun

Various Arrangers : Fun Songs for Mixed Voices A Cappella

Review: "Just the Way You Are" - Billy Joel's pop hit from 1978 receives a fresh and contemporary treatment in this a cappella setting, with melodic lines seamlessly moving from part to part within a light vocal texture that will challenge your pop/jazz singers to perform at peak level! "A Groovy Kind of Love" - From the king'singers' album Circle of Life comes this great 1966 pop song that was covered by Phil Collins in the '80s. "Bring Back That Leroy Brown" - For a novelty change-of-pace, this song by Queen's Freddie Mercury is arranged by Philip Lawson. Fun and funny, your group will love to perform it and your audience will be entertained. "Rosanna" - Toto's 1982 pop hit in a colorful a cappella setting with beatbox vocals and fun triadic harmonies. A great showcase for a pop ensemble or larger concert group!

Songlist: Just the Way You Are, A Groovy Kind of Love, Bring Back That Leroy Brown, Rosanna