"And this shall be for music, when no one else is near, such a fine song for singing, the rare song to hear!" And such a fine song this is, through the marriage of memorable music to Robert Louis
Alternating between 6/8 and 2/4, this quiet, flowing arrangement of the Italian carol is a popular choice for unison voices in concert programs and contests and festivals alike.
If you're looking for something a little different to perform in the spiritual style, take a close look at this nicely rhythmic setting by Greg Gilpin. Interlocking vocals sing over a pulsating piano
With lively percussion parts, handclaps, and a straightforward call-and-response style, this authentic West African folk song arrangement pulls together in a snap. A cappella, with solo or duet
This unison setting by Benjamin Britten of an Irish folk tune is a popular contest/festival choice. Poetry by W.B. Yeats combined with Britten's music completes the aesthetic experience for younger
The haunting yet whimsical quality of this piece, almost folk-like in nature, is truly refreshing! The lyrics center around a child who loves to sing during the day while playing, and at night "cries for