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Betty Bertaux's works have expanded the body of quality repertoire for young singers. Her original compositions are tonally based and characterised by 20th century freshness. Her folk song arrangements are carefully conceived to capture the essence and spirit of the song material. Betty Bertaux's music combines the best elements of musicality and pedagogical concerns.

Compositions and arrangements are characterized by tonal and rhythmic variety. Often, specific aural and vocal needs are addressed. Compositions encourage singers to explore the expressive elements inherent in all music.

Text choices are made with the young singer in mind. Ranging from children's poetry to traditional folk texts in a variety of languages, they capture the imagination of the young vocal artist.

A Cappella Folios

Individual Folios

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Jonathan Jensen : A Boat Beneath a Sunny Sky

Based on a poem by Lewis Carroll, this charming work for unison treble voices is suitable for even the younger singers. The music captures the essence of the Carroll text, with its sense of innocence and fleeting pleasures of childhood. Excellent selection for school or children's choirs. Duration: 2:20.

Composer: Jonathan Jensen

Betty Bertaux : America, The Beautiful

This moving arrangement was performed by the Children's Chorus of Maryland at the National Tribute Memorial Service for Fallen Firefighters in October 2002, honoring over 400 men and women who perished in 2001 while performing acts of bravery and heroism.

Arranger: Betty Bertaux | Composer: Samuel A. Ward

Betty Bertaux : Cornish Wassail

There are countless wassail songs from the many regions of Great Britain, but Cornish Wassail derives from Cornwall, in the south of England. This cheerful, unison arrangement has two possible endings: the first is rather abrupt and often gets a laugh; the other is a bit longer, and involves audience participation. The choice is yours, and is sure to please. Duration: ca. 3:00.

Arranger: Betty Bertaux

Betty Bertaux : He Is Born

While He is Born (Il est né) is suitably performed by a unison group of singers of any age, this arrangement was first performed in 1997 by the first grade class of Corpus Christi School in Piedmont, California. There are several musical concepts and skills that can be exercised during the rehearsal of the piece. Such elements as form, tonality, melody, meter, rhythm, harmony, dynamics, theory and expressiveness can all be explored through listening, thinking, movement and solfa.

Arranger: Betty Bertaux

Betty Bertaux : Hine Ma Tov

How good and pleasant it is that people live together in peace. This compelling Israeli melody with its Dorian nature, small range, stepwise motion, and repetitive text is perfectly suited for singers of all ages. The addition of a sparse piano accompaniment and varied percussion timbres complement the effect of an exotic tonal flavor. Duration: ca. 3:15.

Arranger: Betty Bertaux

Alicia Shumate : Ocho Kandelikas

This Sephardic song features lively dance rhythms and playful melodies and lyrics describing the eight candles of Hanukkah, the special parties, games and foods. For unison voices, piano and percussion. Duration: ca. 4:15.

Arranger: Alicia Shumate

Betty Bertaux : To Music

Based on a 16th century German chorale, this work is an excellent tool for teaching expressive singing and musical phrasing. May be programmed for any concert with the theme of music, Let earth resound with music, and life the richer be. Available separately: SSA, String parts. Duration: 3:15.

Arranger: Betty Bertaux

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