Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and voices with independent vocal lines, this work simply radiates energy with a message of hope and empowerment: "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move

Andre Thomas is a master at the spiritual form, and his skill is clearly evident in this gem! Easy to sing tonally, but with divisi voices, the layers of sound and the constant rhythmic patterns add

This haunting melody from the Italian Renaissance has been recorded most recently by Charlotte Church and Andrea Bocelli. Patrick Liebergen's setting features straightforward vocal lines, a supportive piano

The Hornpipe movement from Handel's "Water Music Suite" has been creatively adapted for voices, complete with an original text: "Cantate Deo... Sing alleluia... lift your voice and sing with joy

These two traditional songs fit together amazingly well in this excellent concert/festival selection! Each voice part becomes more independent as the arrangement progresses, and when all the parts do their

Walt Whitman's Song of the Open Road is the basis for this expansive and melodic original composition that is perfectly suited to the young chorus. Limited range melodies and chordal harmonies soar

In this expressive setting of a traditional Latin text, sweeping melodic lines and rich harmonies lead to an ending of quiet splendor. Mary Lynn composes some of the best music available for school choirs,

A rhythmic keyboard introduction sets the stage for this classic festival opener for developing choirs. Approachable vocal ranges and the use of repetition assure success, while a bit of mixed meter along

This excerpt from Vivaldi's "Gloria" is specially arranged to meet the needs of the developing singer. An intelligent choice for teaching phrasing and other stylistic features of the Baroque period, this

This Hebrew folk song is set in an easy, tasteful lyrical arrangement with a flowing piano accompaniment and flute obbligato. Sing in the original Hebrew or with the singable English lyrics included. The

This heartfelt piece is elegant in its simplicity and memorable in its warmth and sincerity. It has also become an anthem for soldiers returning home. Performed as a choral only or with concert band, it is

This setting of the famous World War I-era poem by John McCrae is remarkable in its simplicity and emotional impact. An excellent choice for any concert occasion, including Memorial Day and veteran's

Opening with "Keep your lamps trimmed and burning!" as a dramatic rubato statement, this incredibly creative arrangement then kicks into a driving, rhythmically intense feel that never lets up!  A most