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for SSAA and piano. This lively setting of the medieval ‘Hymn to the Virgin’ text has a sparkling piano accompaniment, syncopated rhythms, and real flair. It’s particularly suitable for Advent or Christmas but can be sung throughout the year,
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Bach: Sämtliche Motetten Cantates waren Bachs dagelijks brood, een vast onderdeel van zijn wekelijkse taken als Thomascantor. Voor zijn motetten lag dat anders: in Leipzig klonk behalve de cantate doorgaans geen nieuwe muziek (in plaats daarvan werd er gekozen uit de motettenbundel Florilegium Portense). Dat liet Bach de ruimte om tegen betaling werken te schrijven […]
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for SATB and optional piano This setting of the Latin Missa brevis combines warmth and simple lyricism with youthful verve. It is highly accessible and there is a natural ease to the vocal lines. There are extended passages for SAB, and whilst the sopranos and altos occasionally divide, the tenors and basses are never required […]
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Help your choir learn the specific techniques of five jazz/pop choral styles including Broadway 2-Beat, Ballad Style, Rock Style, Regular Swing and Up-Tempo Swing. Contains five choral works of “Performance Exercises” in each of the above styles plus plenty of proven techniques including Historical and Stylistic Considerations, Techniques for Vocal Production, warm-ups and more!
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An exceptional song of brotherhood skillfully arranged by Jay Althouse. Opens with an optional alto solo and builds with strong choral writing, closing with a soft, final statement of the title. Use it as an inspirational piece the year ’round, including graduation. If you liked “Let There Be Peace On Earth,” you’ll love HE AIN’T […]
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A light, swinging, Jay Althouse arrangement of a Duke Ellington “standard.” Features accessible voice leading and some simple scat syllables…but no vocal improvisation. Accessible voice leading. Add the SoundPax parts (horns and rhythm section) for an authentic, small combo sound.
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A lovely seasonal ballad with a secular, “peace” text making it ideal for any holiday concert (though it could be performed almost any time of year). The gentle melody is perfectly suited to the simple, yet meaningful text, which is in the tradition of popular “light one candle” songs.
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A moving patriotic work by Jay Althouse with an especially timely text: “We came from many nations with nothing but a dream.” The final statement of the melody incorporates a descant singing “America The Beautiful.” Brass parts are so effective and easy to add. With the Olympics just around the corner, consider it for Spring […]
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A well-crafted choral work incorporating Bach’s famous “Air” from orchestral Suite in D, the best loved carol, “Still, Still, Still,” and just a touch of “O Holy Night.” A simple adaptation of Bach’s keyboard harmonies is used throughout as the piano accompaniment. Sensitive and enchating. New text by the arranger. Could become a holiday classic!
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The perfect Christmas piece: a 6 1/2 minute medley of twelve of the most popular holiday favorites from, “Silent Night” to the rousing finale of the “Hallelujah Chorus” (sure to bring your audience to its feet). Great for ANY choir. The optional instrumental accompaniment is quite effective and simple to add (or use the SoundTrax). […]