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Ruth Morris Gray

Born: 1961. Living in: Los Angeles, CA, United States.

Ruth Morris Gray is an active music teacher, composer, arranger, choral conductor, and pianist. She is Chair of the Performing Arts Department at Rosemead High School in Rosemead, CA, where she directs four choirs and teaches AP Music Theory and Piano. Previously, Ruth taught piano for five years at The Master's College, in Santa Clarita, CA. She has been involved in directing adults and children of all ages in church music for over 25 years.

Ruth received her Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance and Composition from Biola University in 1983. She continued her in composition at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she earned her M.A. degree in Music Composition in 1986. In 2004, Ruth received her single subject in music from California State University, Northridge. Ruth is active in several professional organizations including: ASCAP, ACDA, and Southern California Vocal Association.

Ruth lives with her husband Doug and their three children in Southern California.

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Ruth Morris Gray : Dance of the Elves : Showtrax CD : 038081513775  : 00-45638

Ruth Morris Gray : Dance of the Elves

A spry and enchanting adaptation of Edvard Grieg's magical piano solo, this choral arrangement conjures up heaps of holiday cheer with its clever lyrics and jaunty classical feel. Festive and fun!

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1129p | Showtrax CD | $27.95


Ruth Morris Gray : See the Star! : Voicetrax CD : 888680973865 : 00319977

Ruth Morris Gray : See the Star!

Normally set in a 3/4 meter, We Three Kings is transformed into a three-section, 4/4 showcase with personality to spare! Syncopated rhythms and spirited dynamic changes will guarantee a surprise hit with your students and audiences!

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1182p | Voicetrax CD | $22.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Sim Shalom : Voicetrax CD : 888680977801 : 00323124

Ruth Morris Gray : Sim Shalom

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1187p | Voicetrax CD | $26.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Until We Meet Again : Showtrax CD : 038081359335  : 00-33025

Ruth Morris Gray : Until We Meet Again

A perfect way to say goodbye, this gentle piece includes words from more than one Irish blessing and boasts a slight Celtic groove. Appropriate for and appealing to choirs of all ages.

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1338p | Showtrax CD | $27.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Under the Greenwood Tree : Showtrax CD : 038081551685  : 00-48345

Ruth Morris Gray : Under the Greenwood Tree

Here's an accompanied contemporary madrigal with a lighthearted lilt, guaranteed to bring a smile. This sprightly setting capitalizes on the energy of Shakespeare's witty words from As You Like It. Repeated phrases and rhythmic motives are fun from start to finish. Optional cue notes add an upper harmony on the final refrain.

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1361p | Showtrax CD | $29.99


Ruth Morris Gray : Uji River : Showtrax CD : 038081312118  : 00-28667

Ruth Morris Gray : Uji River

The most unique multicultural piece you will sing this year. A primarily English text tells the spectacular story of an ancient Japanese fishing tradition on the Uji River. And a traditional Asian folk melody floats above a gentle koto-like piano or SoundTrax accompaniment. Magical for treble voices, and highly effective when TB singers sound like fishermen.

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2468p | Showtrax CD | $24.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Christmas Shopping Blues : SSA : Showtrax CD : 884088539696 : 35027774

Ruth Morris Gray : Christmas Shopping Blues

This jazzy number is perfect for your women as a novelty piece. Strong thee-part harmony, sassy vocal slides, and an optional trumpet set the mood for Christmas shopping and all the craziness of the gift-giving season. Available separately: SSA, Trumpet; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:53.

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Voicing: SSA | 2509p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Okuyama Ni : Showtrax CD : 884088635084 : 35028248

Ruth Morris Gray : Okuyama Ni

This elegant 12th-century Japanese text is set to original music with respect to the Japanese sound and culture. Ethereal and refined with flute and percussion, the singer sings of a wandering stag, deep in the mountains, stepping through crimson leaves of autumn. Available: 3-Part Mixed; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD.

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2537p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Children of the World : Studiotrax CD : 884088630164 : 35028232

Ruth Morris Gray : Children of the World

A poetic message of how we are all connected by the bonds of life is found in this moving, musical work. With a simple beginning, this piece has rhythmic and contemporary accompaniment and builds to a strong key change. The perfect ending for any concert and an especially nice addition to multicultural-themed programs. Available: SATB; SAB; 2-Part; StudioTrax CD.

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5289p | Studiotrax CD | $26.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Aya Ngena : Showtrax CD : 038081399089  : 00-35712

Ruth Morris Gray : Aya Ngena

This authentic Zulu folk song is a perfect fit for mixed and treble choirs in three parts. The multicultural groove of rhythmic choral parts is routinely punctuated by brief solos and joyful handclaps. Add the optional African percussion to enhance the experience.

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5816p | Showtrax CD | $27.95


Ruth Morris Gray : E Ala E : Showtrax CD : 038081425252  : 00-38053

Ruth Morris Gray : E Ala E

This nature-inspired poem celebrates our connection to the rising sun, incorporating equal parts English and Hawaiian text. Rhythmic and harmonic motives sound authentic throughout. Highly creative.

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5838p | Showtrax CD | $26.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Sanctus : Showtrax CD : 888680717094 : 00252334

Ruth Morris Gray : Sanctus

Using the traditional Latin Sanctus text along with homophonic choral writing, this new original work provides developing singers the opportunity to experience techniques used in more advanced classical choral music.

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7803p | Showtrax CD | $22.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Gakavik (The Partridge) : Voicetrax CD : 888680731229 : 00264975

Ruth Morris Gray : Gakavik (The Partridge)

This charming Armenian folk song is both beautiful and simple. This arrangement offers the original Armenian text, a phonetic pronunciation guide and a singable English text. This allows you to perform the work entirely in Armenian, entirely in English or any combination you desire.

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7893p | Voicetrax CD | $22.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Walk to Bethlehem : Voicetrax CD : 888680650414 : 00199875

Ruth Morris Gray : Walk to Bethlehem

Young mixed choirs will shine with this original Christmas spiritual that is well-crafted for success. Perform with the upbeat gospel piano accompaniment or a cappella for even more programming options.

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8275p | Voicetrax CD | $22.95


Ruth Morris Gray : I Ku Mau Mau : Showtrax CD : 038081540092  : 00-47193

Ruth Morris Gray : I Ku Mau Mau

This traditional Hawaiian chant was used when master canoe builders called for people to bring trees down from the mountains to the ocean side so that canoes could be built. Now set to music, the words teach us to stand up together and work as a team. An upbeat hook, a spoken word section, and a contrasting countermelody combine at the end to create the ultimate multicultural experience. Download the digital ChoreoTrax for even more fun!

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9925p | Showtrax CD | $27.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Figgy Pudding! : Showtrax : 038081551630  : 00-48340

Ruth Morris Gray : Figgy Pudding!

We won't go until we get some---but how exactly do you make that holiday confection, anyway? Find the answer in this playful, original (and completely secular) holiday canon loosely based on a fragment from "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." Prepared with old English Dickensian flair, the round stacks in three, a perfect recipe for building harmony skills.

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20062p | Showtrax | $29.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Wangolo : Showtrax : 038081561332  : 00-48809

Ruth Morris Gray : Wangolo

Some history: this song comes from Haiti, but actually refers to the first King of Angola, Ngolo Kiluanje, who was revered as a great king. The Creole word for "king" ("wa") plus the king's name ("Ngolo") became "Wangolo." It's an authentic folk song recalling the peace and prosperity the Angolan people enjoyed before colonization. This rhythmic rendition, which may be performed without piano if desired, includes optional body percussion, suggested parts for djembe and other instruments, optional solos in the call and response section, plus a final descant that tops off the triadic parallel harmonies. Check out the free online ChoreoTrax video for some creative riser choreography.

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20076p | Showtrax | $29.95


Ruth Morris Gray : Fa La La La : Showtrax CD : 038081488615  : 00-43319

Ruth Morris Gray : Fa La La La

Get out your bobby socks and saddle shoes for this 1950s-style reimagining of "Deck the Hall" with a brand new melody. The classic doo-wop harmonies and rock 'n' roll groove are easy to grasp and sure to entertain. Don't miss the choreography available on With a Song!

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20403p | Showtrax CD | $27.95 | Recorded Acc. Available


Ruth Morris Gray : O Say, Can You See : Showtrax CD : 038081542751  : 00-47582

Ruth Morris Gray : O Say, Can You See

Program this moving patriotic piece to celebrate our country at any time of year. An all-new original melody and a shimmering accompaniment beautifully highlight Francis Scott Key's words from iThe Star-Spangled Banner.” Toward the end, a lush musical quote from the national anthem blossoms into a final glorious refrain, a soaring penultimate cadence, and one last introspective accolade for ithe brave!”

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20407p | Showtrax CD | $27.95 | Concert; Recorded Acc. Av

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