'Here's To Song' is The Lawrence Children's Choir's second CD, once again directed by founder Janeal Krehbiel and accompanied by co-founder Marilyn Epp. There are 30 songs here, all but a couple are accompanied by piano or piano and clarinet or oboe. The 70-voice choir takes more chances on their second CD, in the form of more solos and more adventuresome arrangements. The song selection continues to be all over the map, from Gabriel Faure's 'Pie Jesu from Requiem Mass' to Joan Varner's wonderful 'When I Am Silent.' These kids don't hold anything back, and can hit the high notes with ease and skill. Here's to the children, Ms. Krehbiel , Ms. Epp, and To Song!

Janeal Crabbe Krehbiel directs the various incarnations of the Lawrence (Kansas) Children's Choir in 30 live in concert songs, recorded over the last 10 years. All the songs are piano accompanied by Marilyn Crabbe Epp, with occasional trumpet, violin, bass and other instruments throughout. The childrens' spirited, sweet, high voices turn songs like Andrew Carter's 'Butterflies and Moths,' Brahms' 'Die Meere,' the spiritual 'Go Where I Send Thee,' Purcell's 'Trumpet Song,' Dvorak's 'Dove and the Maple Tree' and Gilbert & Sullivan's 'HMS Pinafore Medley' into magical, inspirational, soaring anthems!

This nationally recognized children's choir has sung for audiences across the country, for international audiences and political dignitaries. This talented group has a wide range of challenging repertoire which shows off their dedication and musicality. This two disc set features music performed at their concerts from the Fall of 2001 through the Spring of 2004. An assortment of pieces from the Baroque through twentieth century, this recording is sure to have something for everyone. A cappella, accompanied, unison or in parts, all of this music is well sung under the direction of Janeal Crabb Krehbiel.

Considered to be one of the finest children's choirs in the country we expect a high standard and director Janeal Crabb Krehbiel delivers with a fine collection of carols and songs in celebration of the season.