Mark Burrows : Earworm

The humorous text is relatable to musicians of all ages. Interesting and diverse vocal writing for both parts is supported by a solid piano accompaniment. The creative vocal stack includes an optional descant.

Composer: Mark Burrows

Using text from the mass, this beautiful setting of Agnus Dei has been crafted into a gentle and lovely partner-song. Designed to be sung by any combination of two-part voices, this piece provides an excellent opportunity to teach Latin text and serves as a perfect choice for concert or contest material. Available: 2-part, PianoTrax CD 2008 (35016962).

Composer: Jill Gallina

Handel's duet from his oratorio, Solomon, has been arranged by Patrick Liebergen as a joyous 2-part choral for young voices. The lyrics include new words that reflect the spirit of the original and the optional flutes support a charming concert work of beautiful song. Available: 2-Part, opt. Flutes I and II; PianoTrax CD.

Arranger: Patrick Liebergen | Composer: George Frideric Handel

Cindy Berry takes one of her best sellers and arranges it with the smaller ensemble in mind, giving all church choirs a chance to experience this inspired anthem. Now a one-rehearsal wonder!

Composer: Cindy Berry

This fast-paced two-part work by Earlene Rentz incorporates the folk songs Shoo-Fly, Old Brass Wagon, and Skip to My Lou independently and in partner form. It's a fun way to introduce easy harmony to young singers as well as our American folksong heritage and is a good opportunity to incorporate dance and choreography in the classroom or stage. Available separately: 2-part choral; StudioTrax A/P CD.

Arranger: Earlene Rentz

This little swing original by Greg Gilpin reinforces positive thinking in a fun, easy-to-sing two-part choral. Attitude is everything; take a good one where you go. It's up to you to keep a happy mood, and everything depends upon your attitude. Ideal for choreography ideas and staging! Available Separately: 2-part, StudioTrax CD.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This original concert work written by Greg Gilpin was commissioned by the Ohio Music Educator's Association and is energetic and stunning in its multi-metered writing. The Latin setting moves from crisp rhythms to legato sections, unison to homophonic singing. A wide range of dynamics is used throughout and the percussion adds excitement with the syncopated piano accompaniment. The addition of a flute adds sparkle to this outstanding concert selection available in multiple voicings.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

The tragic events of the 2009 Haitian earthquake devastated the lives of many children in that country. Beyond a Dream incorporates the lovely Haitian lullaby Fais do do with Jill's original music to create a heartfelt message of hope for the future of the Haitian people and allmankind. Available separately: 2-Part, PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: ca. 2:23.

Arranger: Jill Gallina

This lively, rhythmic, and humorous arrangement is pure fun from start to finish, not to mention easy to learn! Hand-clappin', hootin' and hollerin', and even some barking and howling fill the verses and choruses key change after key change. Add some foot-stompin' and a fiddle and you're ready to bile them cabbage down! Available separately: SAB, 2-Part, StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:10

Arranger: Steven Kupferschmid

This delightful original captures the fun and also the challenge of keeping a secret between friends. Whispered speech dots the 2-Part writing creating a mysterious, yet novel atmosphere of keeping and telling secrets! Available separately: 2-Part; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:44.

Composer: Valerie Showers Crescenz

Michael Haydn's Gloria has been arranged here as a wonderful 2-part canon with optional flute or C instrument. A flowing and light piano accompaniment supports the vocal lines that sing the familiar Latin text. A beautiful selection for concert and festival. Available separately: 2-Part with flute or C instrument; PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: 2:30.

Arranger: Donald Moore

Christina Rossetti's adorable text is smartly set with interesting harmonies, chromaticism, and a brief canon written above a bright piano accompaniment. A terrific concert work for your novelty 2-part selection. Available: 2-Part; PianoTrax CD.

Arranger: Ryan O'Connell | Composer: Ryan O'Connell

Christina Rossetti's adorable text is smartly set with interesting harmonies, chromaticism, and a brief canon written above a bright piano accompaniment. A terrific concert work for your novelty 2-part selection. Available: 2-Part; PianoTrax CD.

Composer: Ryan O'Connell

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.

Composer: Ruth Morris Gray

Some like it hot and some like it even hotter! This novelty piece blends the spicy sound of Rossini's The Barber of Seville with red-hot lyrics of peppers, salsa and heartburn! My eyes are a flame and I never get tired of the burn! Hot! Keep antacid near for performances! Available separately: 3-part mixed, optional baritone & percussion; 2-part, optional percussion; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Arranger: Joseph Martin

Three of George M. Cohan's finest songs have been arranged into a smart and fun medley by Greg Gilpin. Simple and easy-to-learn, this medley is an up-beat presentation to showcase patriotism and the works of a great American songwriter. This choral gives you a chance for good musical teaching during rehearsals and when performed, your audience will rise to their feet with pride!

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: George M. Cohan

This stately and elegant setting of Purcell's work from Birthday Ode for Queen Mary is adapted specifically for younger voices and developing choirs including men's ensembles. Set in the key of G and using the opening symphony music in 4/4 as an introduction, the ranges are perfect for young ages and the joyful and spirited arrangement is terrific as an opening number for concert or contest.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin | Composer: Henry Purcell

This joyous work in Latin and English is perfect as a processional or opening number for your concert. Beautiful for young voices, the optional notes in the 3-part make this a wonderful piece for developing male voices. An excellent choice for both general and holiday use!

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Pulled from Jill Gallina's extensive collection of songs for young voices, these six favorites are perfect for any concert or festival. Celebrate hard work, friendship, and cultural differences, and even have a little lesson in music notation with songs your choirs will love to perform and your audiences will love to hear.

Composer: Jill Gallina

For two-part treble voices, Festive Hodie! is a delightfully joyous way to announce the birth of Christ. Both the Latin text and canonic melody lines are repetitive, making the piece easy to learn. Instructions for incorporating American Sign Language are included in the choral.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

Incorporating Animal Song, The Boll Weevil Song, The Crawdad Song, Hop Old Squirrel, Mr. Froggy Went A-Courtin' This medley of familiar folk songs is critter crazy! A high energy selection, this piece will teach a wealth of folk songs with rhythmic play between parts. A recurring tongue twister provides the teaching opportunity for clarity in diction. Available separately: 2-part, StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:14.

Arranger: Earlene Rentz | Composer: Jonathan Larson | Musical: Rent

This original ballad by Jill Gallina celebrates the beauty of music and the reasons we are compelled to sing. For love of music, let us sing to you of all the joy a song can bring to you. For beauty, for love, and for laughter, the music will be your happy ever after. Definitely a lovely message for any concert setting.

Composer: Jill Gallina

There are people who care and who always are there when we need a helping hand. These inspirational words sing beautifully in this gentle and uplifting setting for young voices. It's a wonderful choice for the moments celebrating those who give from the heart for the good of humankind.

Composer: Jill Gallina

Set as a fugue, this humorous piece has the students singing about every type of fast food known to man! It's hilarious to learn, perfor and hear, and a joy to teach because of the vast musical learning that can be done with fugues. A new, different, and surprising novelty selection for your program from Ruthie Schram! Available separately: SAB, 2-part, PianoTrax CD.

Composer: Ruth Elaine Schram

This great arrangement is based on a traditional song of welcome sung throughout many parts of Africa. Greetings of good health, blessings, and peace are expressed throughout this joyful piece. Vocal speech, an additional melody, and simple choreography have been added for further expression. Available seperately: 2-Part, opt. percussion; StudioTrax CD. Duration: 2:12.

Arranger: Jill Gallina

The original music and lyric, written in 1880 for the opening of the first funicular on Mt. Vesuvius with its traditional English version written in 1888, has become a standard Italian street song heard in countless recordings and movies. This 2-part arrangement uses the English lyric and captures the fun of music, singing, and Italia! This thrilling piece will be a recognized by singers and audiences immediately. Available separately: 2-Part, PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: ca. 2:56.

Arranger: Jean Perry

This fun and novel choral has us riding on a horse-driven sleigh, jingling all the way! Fun 2-part writing with an optional descant and percussion instruments sets the mood of a galloping trip through the snow!

Composer: George L.O. Strid

Quoting Cradle Song by Brahms at beginning and end, this traditional German folk song is a beautiful arrangement for young singers teaching gentle singing and proper breath support in either German and/or English languages. The addition of handchimes and string bass adds even more warmth and sparkle to this gentle setting.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Johannes Brahms

Mark Hayes has created a new and wonderful arrangement of this '70s classic made famous by The Hollies. Mark's lush orchestration supports interesting and unusual musical features. A classic recorded by many artists over the years, most recently by Barry Manilow in 2007, this piece is a choral masterpiece as a pop selection and perfect for a piece promoting unity and brotherhood in your programming.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Bobby Scott

This lively folk song was known as a play party song that included clapping and dancing. Beginning with a soft and lovely melody and followed by an energetic contrast, this choral conveys the true party spirit of the folk song and is a wonderful performance and teaching piece.

Arranger: George L.O. Strid

Two popular Jewish folk songs are joined in this creative medley. The poignant text speaks of dwelling together in unity and harmony. A cello part is provided for the TTB voicing while a violin part has been included for the 3-part mixed and 2-part settings. Available: 3-Part Mixed; 2-Part; TTB; PianoTrax CD.

Arranger: Lon Beery

More than the wind, more than the snow, more than the sunshine, I love the rain! Celebrating the love of rain, Ebenezer Jones' lesser-known poem is set with spirit and vitality in this 2-part work for concert or contest. The comfortable ranges of easily learned parts are filled with dynamic contrast and rhythmic energy including a contrasting middle section in minor mode. A great confidence builder for young singers and a great selection for spring and end-of-year concerts!

Composer: Mary Lynn Lightfoot

This lullaby is from the Republic of Benin, a country in Western Africa. The Mina language of the traditional melody is paired with an original melody in English creating a loving partner-style song with optional flute. A simple choral piece that creates many multicultural learning opportunities and a lovely performance.

Arranger: Jill Gallina

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Irving Berlin's classic Alexander's Ragtime Band with this medley of four of his all-time greatest hits arranged for choir, band and strings! A fantastic closer or festival feature, it includes: Alexander's Ragtime Band, Blue Skies, Play a Simple Melody, Puttin' on the Ritz. Available separately: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD, Concert Band (Grade 3), String Pak. Duration: ca. 4:35.

Arranger: Paul Murtha | Composer: Irving Berlin

This novelty standard from the 1920s is excellently revived by Greg Gilpin in a ragtime-styled choral for three-part and two-part voices. The verses are interesting between the parts, sometimes singing together while other times back and forth; and the chorus is repetitive until the key change where a more rhythmic approach to the arrangement takes place. Lyrically, this song is dynamite with an arrangement easy to learn and remember. A great piece for learning rhythm and style and for programming excellence! Available separately: 3-part mixed; 2-part; StudioTrax CD.

Arranger: Greg Gilpin

Set in multiple voicings, this traditional railroad work song tells the dramatic story of John Henry who died with his hammer in his hand! A driving piano accompaniment keeps this work on track to be a powerful performance your singers will love.

Arranger: Victor C. Johnson

A rockin' arrangement of the familiar spiritual, Joshua Fit the Battle! will bring down the house & not just the walls of Jericho! For two-part or three-part mixed voices, this dynamic showstopper is a guaranteed crowd-pleasing success!

Arranger: Jill Gallina

Donald Moore has created a joyful 2-part choral suitable for mixed as well as treble voices with optional flute. The Latin text is simple and the canon is a perfect opportunity to teach contrapuntal singing. Excellent vocal ranges make this a stand-out performance piece for the beginning of the year and any general concert, festival or contest. Available Separately: 2-part, optional flute or C-Instrument; PianoTrax CD 35016963.

Arranger: Donald Moore | Composer: Phillip Hayes

Grab a can, grab a pot, give it everything ya got! Here's introducing a performance gem by Greg Gilpin. This boogie-woogie novelty number lets your choir create its own junk band to play along! A wonderful opportunity to learn rhythms and create musical instruments as well as a great choral performance piece! Available: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:50.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This top-selling Latin setting by Greg Gilpin is now available in SATB, SAB, and 2-part voicings! Kyrie consists of a child's theme that begins the piece with the text developing into rich, heartfelt harmonies. The piece concludes with the same child's theme fading into pianissimo as if never ending. It has been newly recorded with available string quartet parts and a new StudioTrax CD recording. A translation and pronunciation guide is included within the choral. This is a moving and stirring choral work! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-part, Parts for String Quartet, StudioTrax CD.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

From Mozart's Solemn Vespers - K. 339, this lovely 2-part setting captures the intention of the original while creating an accessible work for young voices. With its recognizable melody and supportive piano accompaniment, this arrangement is a classic for your choir to learn and enjoy, and a staple for your choral library.

Arranger: Russell Robinson | Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Let it weave throughout the tapestry of who we are. In all that life can give, let music live. This is an inspirational theme for every choir and for celebrating the power of music in our lives, world and throughout creation. A perfect closing number for anytime of year that will become a favorite for years to come.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

In this South African folk song, the singer asks Aunt, please open the door for me. I am getting wet with rain. Percussive and rhythmic in its vocal arrangement with lots of three-part harmonies, it also includes percussion instrumental parts adding more interest to the ensemble. A terrific selection for multicultural programming. Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, Percussion; 2-Part, Percussion; StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 1:53.

Arranger: Jerry Estes

Celebrate Hanukkah with this energetic Hebrew folk song arranged for every age level. The spirited story of brave Maccabeus is told in English and Hebrew text with a lively accompaniment that helps create the joyful mood.

Arranger: Jill Gallina

Arranged by Mark Hayes, this familiar Stephen Foster standard is available as SATB, SAB, and 2-part voicings. Mark Hayes has written instrumentation for fiddle, banjo, guitar, bass, and drums. Oh Susanna is bright and upbeat with a few knee slaps making this a strong selection for your folk song teaching and performance needs. Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, StudioTrax CD, Instrumental parts for guitar, bass/drums, banjo, and fiddle.

Arranger: Mark Hayes | Composer: Stephen Foster

Hoist the sail and join the pirate crew with this fun and novel pirate original song. Shiver me timbers, this will transfer your choir into singing pirates and it's sure to make a swashbucklin' showstopper! Perfect for costumes, movement and staging.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

This fun 2-part choral is a thoughtfully light novelty selection for Hanukkah. The piece musically explains how the dreidel game is played and what each of the letters on it signify. This is a solid teaching tool as well as a performance piece. Available separately: 2-part, StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:14.

Composer: Valerie Showers Crescenz

This is a strong and spirited selection for your small, younger-voiced or middle school choir as an opener or theme song for your musical performance. We have a common purpose, we have a common theme. Let's celebrate with music all our hopes and all our dreams. Lyrics are uplifting and challenge the singer and listener to make a difference in our world. Use the StudioTrax CD, add some simple movement, and you have a stunning contemporary number for your concert or festival. Available separately: 3-part mixed, opt. baritone; 2-part; StudioTrax CD.

Composer: Greg Gilpin

An all-star writing team created this beautiful gospel-style song based on a secular text spun from the river-is-life metaphor. River in Judea is suitable for virtually any performance. Perfect for graduation.

Arranger: John Leavitt | Composer: Linda Marcus

You come and go, a treasure to be found. For in your shell, the sea forever resounds. Gorgeous 2-Part writing, thoughtful piano and the mystery of suspended cymbal imitating the ocean create a must-have work for concert, festival or contest. Haunting in sound and exquisite with text, the choral asks the many questions of where a seashell has been, what has it seen and experienced or simply, what is its song?

Composer: Shayla L. Blake