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A great way to start a concert is to welcome the audience. Here is a selection of songs of greeting. |
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Commissioned for the University of South Carolina Men's Chorus, Kevin Memley has beautifully revoiced the SATB setting released in 2014 (JG2445). Kevin's original music is consumed with the sounds of the Native American spirit - it is a reverent tribute to a beautiful culture. For high school or college choirs. Medium difficulty.
Arranger: Kevin Memley
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 English singer and songwriter Adele returned to the pop charts in spectacular style, breaking records and achieving tremendous commercial success. This soulful piano ballad evokes themes of nostalgia and reflection for a wonderful choral showcase for choirs of all ages and levels.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Adele Performed By: Adele
Ricky Nelson landed on the Billboard Hot 100 with this B-side single from 1961. Great voice-leading and fun harmonies guarantee success for guys of any age.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Gene Pitney Performed By: Ricky Nelson
Ricky Nelson's 1960's hit is a natural for the tight harmony found in this well-crafted barbershop version. Available separately: TTBB a cappella and VoiceTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 1:50.
Arranger: David Wright | Composer: Gene Pitney Performed By: Ricky Nelson
This famous Broadway tune was a #1 hit recorded by the legendary Louis Armstrong in 1964 and this Dixieland arrangement by Kirby Shaw captures all the New Orleans-style fun of the original.Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak (includes parts for Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone, Banjo/opt. Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.
Arranger: Kirby Shaw | Composer: Jerry Herman | Lyricist: Louis Armstrong | Musical: Hello Dolly!
The music of the Beatles has become part of the cultural fabric that connects us all! This #1 pop hit from 1967 is instantly recognizable and incredibly fun to sing! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:25.
Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composers: John Lennon and Paul McCartney Performed By: The Beatles
Season 2 of Glee makes a powerful statement with this joy-infused arrangement of the Beatles Hello, Goodbye. Fantastic vocal build, solo opportunities and more, it's a perfect show-opener for choirs of all levels! Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Rhythm parts available digitally (syn, gtr, b, dm). Duration: ca. 3:30.
Arranger: Tim Davis | Composers: John Lennon and Paul McCartney Performed By: Glee Cast
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
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: Jean Perry | Country: Tahiti
The music of East Africa reflects the joyful spirit of the people as seen in these three selections from Kenya, collected and arranged by ethnomusicologist and educator Tim Gregory. These short songs are easily learned by young choirs and adaptable enough for more experienced ensembles and may be performed as single selections or as one continuous medley. Field video, movement and other helpful online information are referenced within the publication. Songs include: Karibu Wageni (Welcome Visitors), Siku Ya Leo (This Day), Wako Wapi? (Where Are You?).
Arranger: Tim Gregory | Country: Kenya
Now available for mixed voices! This traditional greeting/salutation song of the Kwangali and Sotho people, with authentic call and response vocals, djembe, bass drum and shakers will be easily learned and a singer and audience favorite!
Arranger: Bernard Krüger
Based on a folk song from Ghana, additional melodies and harmonies are added to make this a stylish, swing anthem. This is a happy song of welcome and will make a wonderful, upbeat opener to your concert.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
Now available for men's voices! Sorida is a term of greeting in the Shona language of Zimbabwe, Africa, similar to shalom in Hebrew or jambo in Swahili. This original work features percussion, layered vocal patterns, and a joyful solo with both secular and sacred texts. An exciting concert procession or opener!
Arranger: William Powell | Country: Zimbabwe
The inimitable Pepper Choplin has composed humor in song in this unique welcome chorus: "Thank you for coming, you are welcome here!" Easily learned and fun to sing, choirs and congregations will want to join together with a song in their hearts and smiles on their faces in this light-hearted greeting.
Composer: Pepper Choplin
This gentle original will help your chorus sing a special tribute to dads and moms and brothers and sisters who have returned from serving our country abroad. The sincere message expressed in this simple song will be most welcome indeed! Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:00.
Arranger: Mac Huff
Set in a buoyant medieval style, this lively original by Audrey Snyder is the perfect opener for your madrigal dinner or concert performance. Accompany with recorder, cello, hand drum or finger cymbals or a variety of other options for a festive processional.Available separately: 2-Part any combination, ShowTrax CD and Instrumental ePak that contains Score and Parts for Melody Instruments 1 & 2, Bass Instruments 1 & 2, Hand Drum and Finger Cymbals. Performance Time: Approx: 1:30.
Composer: Audrey Snyder
Uses: Christmas, Epiphany, Communion Scripture: Luke 2:6-7 This tender song is a beautiful thought for any Christmas concert. In the final verse, the anthem takes us beyond the manger to the cross where we see Christ as the Lamb of God.
Arranger: David Angerman | Composer: Chris Rice
Best used as a concert opener, this buoyant piece may be sung from the risers or as a processional. It may be performed all year, or with the alternate lyrics for holiday programs. Easily learned, it is a dynamic showcase for choirs of all levels.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
From "Southern Harmony," this canon may be used as introit or service anthem with Mixed or Treble Voices. Much like Shaker tunes of New England, this melody with simplistic charm is quite effective, offering opportunity for singers to know more American musical heritage. Includes secular text, "Welcome, Welcome, Every Guest," which makes effective entrance number for concerts. Two to Four Voice Canon. Level 2 Difficulty (grades 4-6 and older).
Composer: Marie Stultz
Enjoy the sweet flavor of success with this fresh novelty number from the summer blockbuster Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The witty lyrics and bouncy music of Danny Elfman and John August have been expressly arranged for 2-part choirs with singable ranges, simple harmonies, and "ha, ha, has" and "he, he, hes" to spare. Crazy kazoos in the interlude add to the humor of this wonderfully wacky feature. So fun and easy, it's like taking candy...well, you know!
Arranger: Andy Beck | Composer: Danny Elfman | Musical: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
This new worship chorus is perfect as a service opener or song of greeting. Warmly beckoning the presence of God to inhabit the praise and worship of his church, consider it for use on Trinity Sunday or anytime. You Are Welcome contains much repetition which may be sung by choir, praise team, soloist, congregation, and children's choir for an all-inclusive invitation to worship. Powerful!
Composer: Joseph Martin
Adapted from a French carol, this work tells the story of a humble child seeking shelter from the cold night. The new English lyrics allow this setting to be performed at any time of the year and will create a poignant and reflective moment in concert. Available: SSA, 3-Part Mixed. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15.
Arranger: Audrey Snyder
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