What a wonderful pairing of two best-loved folk songs: Shenandoah and The Water is Wide. The fluid vocal lines will develop your choir's tone and control. Add the flowing piano accompaniment and the optional flute obbligato, and the result is a choral masterpiece from Don Besig and Nancy Price.

Composer: Nancy Price

Three human "dogs" bark the solos on this hilarious, Baroque-style Christmas novelty number. "On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me a Schnauzer with a goatee. Arf! Afr!" Outstanding, fully orchestrated SoundTrax CD adds a "pops concert" sound. May be performed by treble, male or mixed choirs of all ages.

Arranger: John Carter

Jay Althouse has put together a trio of jazz tunes for young choirs. It opens with a light swing number, followed by a traditional vocal jazz ballad, and closes with a tight, up tempo chart reminiscent of Route 66. Written specifically as teaching songs, these pieces are perfect for training your group in classic jazz styles. Nostalgically authentic; it's as if each of the short standards were written by Count Basie himself. Three great teaching tools for the price of one! SoundTrax features a professionally recorded jazz combo.

Composer: Jay Althouse

As the title indicates, Douglas E. Wagner has incorporated a slick, jazzy feel into this original to using two favorites: "Deck the Hall" and "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas." It's a delightful light programming addition to any holiday concert.

Arranger: Douglas Wagner | Composer: Douglas Wagner

Recipe: Take three favorite nursery rhymes. Mix together with three well-known classical melodies. Add a dash of drama and a pinch of counterpoint. The result: four minutes of great fun for all! Optional orchestration (arr. Hagy) available for rent. Contact: alfredrental@lucksmusic.com. Featured on "Lift Me Up!" choral movement DVD (00-38171). Check this out! https://leapingbrain.com/modshop/product/?shop=9&product=5660

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht

As the text says, "A twist of the tounge is easier sung than said." It's true! Just "enunciate clearly the words you love dearly" and these "twisters and teasers, grammatical pleasers are" a singer's verbal delight. It's fun, of course, but hidden beneath this song's humor is an excellent teaching piece-ideal for rehearsal work on diction and enunciation. Use it as a vocal exercise or as a concert work...two pieces in one.

Composer: Carl Strommen

Arranger: Carl Strommen | Composer: Carl Strommen

From the Mozart motet Exsultate Justi (K. 165), this world-famous melody is given new glory in a simply gorgeous setting by Russ Robinson. The technical demands have been eliminated to assure that choirs at all levels can experience the music of Mozart at its best. Choose this wonderful addition to the choral repertoire.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Jack Noble White has an incredible gift for melody, and this new setting of the age-old Gaelic blessing is a perfect example of his talent. This work was premiered on a choir tour to the British Isles the year after Diana's death and was written in her memory. An optional handbell accompaniment may be used in addition to, or in place of, the keyboard. This beautiful benediction promises to become a staple in your choir's repertoire for many years to come.

Arranger: Jack Noble White | Composer: Jack Noble White

This light, swing arrangement of a pop standard will be the highlight of your concert. No suprises...just nice, easy voice leading and smooth vocal lines-- everything we've come to expect from Jay Althouse. Features a "soft-shoe" section and optional solos for both a male and female singer. Sure to be a crowd pleaser...and a "singer pleaser" too.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Ray Henderson

The original work by Giuseppe Pitoni (1657-1743) was a cappella, but Donald Moore has added a straightforward accompaniment of piano and optional flute or C-instrument. What a great way to introduce your students to music of the Baroque era; the music is Baroque in style but the arrangement is crafted expressly for today's 2 and 3-part choirs. Dynamic changes add interest to the singable melodies and solid harmonies. Perfect for concerts, festivals, and adjudications.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Giuseppe Pitoni

Beautiful, rhythmic Venezuelan folk carol with an English/Spanish text. Pronunciation guide included. Ideal cross-cultural choice for holiday concerts.

Arranger: Sherri Porterfield

Celebrate the career of the incredibly talented Celine Dion with this "hit-filled" medley that includes: "My Heart Will Go On," "Love Can Move Mountains," "I'm Your Angel," "Because You Loved Me," "The Prayer," and "That's The Way It is."

Arranger: Teena Chinn | Performed By: Celine Dion

You'll feel the African pulse of this piece from the first measure. "Changamano, join together. Moja, moja, one by one." The text features seven Swahili words or phrases; a pronunciation guide and translations are included in the publication. It's a "music" song, it's a "unite as one" song, but most of all, it's a joy to sing. Includes optional solos and a treble trio descant. Staging Suggestions are featured on Sally's "Showtime!" video, Alfred #21176.

Composer: Jay Althouse

Here is a captivating arrangement of the traditional "Kum Ba Ya" combined with an original Christmas chorus that builds to a striking chant-like chorale, and finishes with the brilliant layering of all three as it fades to the end. Masterful composer Jay Althouse has done it again with this refreshing, unforgettable African arrangement. Truly accomplishable and effective in all voicings. Enhance your performance by adding African percussion instruments, or sing along with the authentic sounding SoundTrax CD.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

"Yo! Santa! Tell us about those reindeer! ""Eating and eating, always feeding. We need a haystack the size of the Superdome."" It's a part rap, part song and 100% fun! Sure to bring down the house at your Christmas concerts. Features a rappin' Santa and singing elves who complain that the reindeer are ""eating us out of house and home."" Ho, ho, yo!"

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht | Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

The most ingenious pairing of words and music we've heard in years: the text of "Deck the Hall" set to Tchaikovsky's "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy." You won't believe how easily the "fa la la's" fit to this universal holiday favorite from The Nutcracker Suite. The holiday text is secular so it's ideal for December concerts, and it's surprisingly easy to sing. It's one of those "Why didn't I think of that?" pieces. The fully orchestrated SoundTrax CD is based on Tchaikovsky's original orchestration.

Arranger: Jeff Funk | Composer: Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky | Musical: The Nutcracker

These two short songs are an excellent introduction to cross-cultural choral singing. Both incorporate brief Spanish phrases with an English text. Numero uno is a sensitive piece about music; dos is a lively, "salsa" style number: "Everybody sing, sing, sing!" Their contrasting qualities make them a nice program set but they can also be sung individually. Well written vocal lines and counterlines make them easy and enjoyable to sing. The SoundTrax captures the songs' Spanish flavor.

Arranger: Jerry Estes | Composer: Jerry Estes

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

An exceptional arrangement of the traditional African-American folk song pertaining to the Big Dipper (the "Drinking Gourd") and how it points north t freedom. Features solid choral writing with a haunting piano accompaniment. Comfortable ranges, no solos, no divisi. Good for multi-cultural programs.

Arranger: Jay Althouse

A musical celebration of singing created by Patrick Liebergen. Based on music by Mozart, it's easy to sing and the optional flute parts add beautifully to the overall effect.

Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Haiku is a Japanese form of poetry comprised of three lines of five, seven, and five syllables. Jerry Estes has crafted a set of four short pieces set to original haiku... one for each season of the year. All are beautiful in their simplicity. Well suited for Orff accompaniment; bells and rhythm instrument parts are included in the publication. An outstanding learning and performing piece for 2-part choirs.

Composer: Jerry Estes

Introduce your choir to an orchestral masterwork with this choral adaptation of the main theme from Brahm's Symphony No. 1. A new text exults the dream of freedom shared by all the world's peoples. SoundTrax CD features live strings, or add your own string orchestra.

Arranger: Lon Beery | Composer: Johannes Brahms

Here's an island style piecee which humorously encourages an impending hurricane to "go away." It's simple, easy, and fun for 2-part choral groups of all ages.

Composer: Jay Althouse

A trip to Polynesia inspired Dave and Jean Perry to compose this authentic-sounding choral work based on the traditional rhythms and harmonies of the South Pacific. It's a cross-cultural number written especially for young and developing choral groups. There are opportunities for soloists on several brief, optional solos. Add percussion to make it even more genuine; percussion parts are included in the publication. Or use the lively SoundTrax CD. P.S.: "Ia Ora" means "hello." Included on Sally's "In the Spotlight!" Video, #19803.

Composer: Dave Perry

Broadway, here we come, with this bright, bouncy number featuring clever lyrics, a 2-beat feel, and a rousing finish. "I want to be in the spotlight. I want to be in a show!" As a concert opener or as a theme for your concert, it's simply the best! The 3-part edition has optional low notes for your boys with changed voices. The classic SoundTrax CD is a winner...just what your singers need to sound their Broadway best. Sally's staging is included in the publication and on her "In the Spotlight!" Video, #19803.

Arranger: Sally K. Albrecht | Composer: Jay Althouse

Expand your group's cross-cultural musical awareness with this Christmas work based on an Ethiopian song. The text includes several phrases in Amharic, a language spoken by millions of North Africans. "Issay, Issay!" means "Hear ye, hear ye!" Phonetic pronunciation is included. It's a well written rhythmic and melodic work that would make a unique addition to your holiday concert. Features solid choral scoring and traditional harmonies to an infectious pulse. Outstanding "world-music" SoundTrax CD.

Arranger: Philip Kern

A delicate melody swirls and twirls like drifting snow in this tasteful arrangement of a traditional Japanese school song. The three short Japanese phrases (and several English words) are easy-to-learn and bring to mind icy images of wintertime. Simple parts for glockenspiel, triangle, and sand blocks can be heard on the Asian-inspired SoundTrax CD and are also included in the publication.

Arranger: Lois Brownsey

This outstanding work has a multitude of uses: Music in our Schools Month, music advocacy, graduation, concert opener. But you might sing it simply because it's a beautiful "music" song that will touch your singers. It opens with two optional solos ("It starts with just a single voice, one you barely hear."), and develops into a strong statement for music ("When voices come together, the message can be strong."). Perfect for vocal groups of any age, or for combined choral concerts.

Composer: Sally K. Albrecht

George and Mary have delightfully brought this Liberian folk song to life in a fun and creative setting that students will love to sing and audiences will want to hear over and over again. A must have!

Arranger: George L. O. Strid | Composer: Mary Donnelly

Want to develop and improve the part singing in your young choirs? Take a look at this Don Moore arrangement of a beautifully melodic and flowing Mozart canon. The melody is simple, singable, and easy to learn. Then it's a simple matter of singing it in canon, and your choral group is performing music of one of the great masters. Includes an optional flute part in the publication and an easy piano accompaniment.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

With all the scintillating energy of Cuba in the 1960's, La Música is a hot, hot, hot number from contemporary composer Jay Althouse. Built upon a hypnotic rhythmic pulse, smooth Latin harmonies, and a haunting melody, this cross-cultural number combines English text with a few Spanish phrases to remind us that music is "a world we share." If you liked Jay's ¡Cantar! and Oye la Música, you don't want to miss this exciting sequel. Perform with the authentic sounding SoundTrax or create your own Latin combo with the optional SoundPax. Featured on "On with the Show!" video, #21799.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Jay Althouse

This easy-to-sing arrangement of an Italian folk song is a simple, educationally appropriate cross-cultural work for developing choirs. Simple and uncluttered.

Arranger: Donald Moore

It's hand-clappin', foot-stompin', whistle-blowin' fun to sing this new arrangement of the amusing American folk song. This campfire classic turned classroom favorite is available in three equally appropriate voicings. The boom-chick accompaniment adds a touch of country flair, and the cowboy hat choreography (featured on "Razzamatazz!" DVD, item 00-27430) is guaranteed to rope 'em in. Yee-haw!

Arranger: Brian Lewis

"May your life be filled with song. And may your friends all sing along." These two simple sentences begin the heartfelt text of this lovely choral ballad. The melodies are equally beautiful in their simplicity. Easy piano accompaniment and conventional vocal writing make this piece an excellent choice for any concert. Use it as a concert closer throughout the year; by spring it will be a meaningful work for your graduating students.

Composer: Jay Althouse

Dave and Jean Perry have created a clever new arrangement of an American folk song classic. The strong individual vocal line, combined with modest ranges and solid part writing make it an ideal choice for young and developing choirs. It's exactly what middle schools and elementary choirs should be singing. Great for developing good diction in young singers. Cute piano accompaniment or use the hoe-down style SoundTrax CD.

Arranger: Dave Perry

A traditional German canon arranged in a straightforward and educationally appropriate style by Donald Moore. Easy singable melodies fit together perfectly. A follow-up to Moore's best selling "Sing With Joy!" and "Simply Alleluia." Excellent for Music In Our Schools Month. Optional flute or C instrument part included in the publication.

Composer: Donald Moore

A pairing of two folk songs from Ghana makes this a wonderful "world-music" selection for young and developing choirs. In the style of traditional walking songs. Authentic sounding SoundTrax CD.

Arranger: Mary Donnelly | Composer: George L. O. Strid

We loved this song from the minute we heard it. Inspired by a Jamaican folk song, this humorous calypso number tells the story of an inept but pretty 'chiquita.' (She not good at cooking, she can't boil the water at all.') The SoundTrax cassette includes a steel drum accompaniment for an authentic Caribbean sound.

Composer: Betty Dardess

New for 3-part mixed groups! The lovely harmony created by the easy movement of the voice parts provides the perfect setting for the message of harmony and peace stated by the text. "All nations sing in harmony with one song...that all may live in peace." Using a classic Beethoven melody as the basis for this simple canonic arrangement, Don Moore has created a superb introduction to part singing for young choirs. An optional flute adds a special touch of color to this wonderful teaching piece.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Ludwig Van Beethoven

A spirited and fun-filled partner song in vaudeville style arranged with new music by Don Besig and new lyrics by Nancy Price. The great new partner melody is fun to sing and easy to learn. Add some pizzazz with the exceptional SoundTrax cassette or grab your hats and canes and add some staging or movement.

Arranger: Don Besig | Composer: George M. Cohan

"Wake up, I think I hear Santa and his eight reindeer. And they're rocking out to the jolly sounds of this 1950s inspired tune by Sally K. Albrecht and Jay Althouse. You won't need to spend much time learning these simple voice parts, clever words, or fun choreography, but the audience at your holiday concert will really put their hooves together for this runaway hit. You may even get a standing ""Hoove-ation!"" Staging is featured on ""Follow Me to the Top!"" DVD #23853, VHS #23855."

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Jay Althouse

A unique arrangement of one of the all-time great friendship songs . . . unique because it can be performed with a swing beat OR with even eighth notes. The straightforward treatment means it's easy-to-learn in just a few rehearsals so it's perfect for the beginning . . . or the end . . . of the school year. A good choice for movement.

Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Harry M. Woods

Give your young choir the opportunity to sing a classic melody with this new work by Donald Moore based on a canon by William Boyce (1710-1779). It's a simple and effective teaching piece suitable for concert performance. Both voice parts are given an opportunity to sing the melody before an optional flute joins in. Light, joyous singing. Good for teaching pitch control. For general or Christmas use.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: William Boyce

This setting of native American chants is accessible and a valuable tool to understanding early American culture. 'The earth is our mother, we must take care of her,' -- how true these words ring. The use of simple percussion instruments adds authenticity to the performance.

Arranger: Lana Walter

The classic fairy tale comes to life in this exciting version from Mary Donnelly and George Strid. It's a great way to reinforce classic children's literature to all your students. Don't miss this one!

Composer: George L. O. Strid

Dr. Russell Robinson has contributed this Vivaldi classic to our Easy Choral Masterworks series. Now young choirs (and even developing older choirs) can perform this staple of choral repertoire. A great performance choice while exposing your young students to the great works!

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi

A little bit of Mozart, a sprinkle of Bach ,and a touch of Pachelbel together with many of our most beloved Christmas selections are the perfect ingredients for a delightfully musical holiday selection. Mark Weston's creation is sure to be a favorite on concerts for years to come!

Arranger: Mark Weston | Composer: Jean Joseph Mouret

A wonderful novelty selection from the team of Mary Donnelly and George L.O. Strid that is sure to get your audiences to participate in the fun making. Bring on the kazoos and you'll have 'em clappin', stompin' and singin' along. Musical fun at its best!

Arranger: George L. O. Strid | Composer: Mary Donnelly

Twist away! But in this '50s-style twist, it's Santa's reindeer who are having all the fun teaching everyone how to do the new Christmas sensation. It's fun, it's bright, it's up-tempo. Easy choreography provided. A must for that special holiday concert.

Composer: Stephen Lawrence