2024 Choral New Issue
2024 Choral New Issue



Brilee Music

Treble Chorus

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Angels Sing Gloria!

Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Piano

BL1305 - USD $2.15

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Courtney has crafted a winning mashup of Hark the Herald Angels Sing, O Come All Ye Faithful, and Angels We Have Heard on High. Also available for Treble Solo (BLB025), Tenor-Bass Solo (BLB026), TB Voices (BL1324), and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1331).

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Barn Dance

Dan Miner

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Piano, Violin (opt.), String Bass (opt.), Body Percussion (opt.)

BL1301 - USD $2.50

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Written to emulate a hoe-down style, Barn Dance is a fun, energetic song for treble choirs of all levels and abilities. For a "yee-haw" good time, add the optional body percussion and instrumental breaks, where creative opportunities abound! Also available for SATB Voices (BL1344).

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Black Riders Came from the Sea

Dum Digga-Digga Dum

Paul David Thomas

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano, Tenor Drum

BL1300 - USD $2.75

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Beginning with an ominous ostinato from the choir, this piece sets Stephen Crane’s short but vivid poem describing the invasion of a fast-approaching enemy army. In a new voicing for developing treble choirs -- because who doesn't like to sing "dum digga digga dum"? Also available for TB Voices (BL1266).

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Circle of Seasons

Gary E. Parks

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Piano, Claves (opt.), Maracas (opt.)

BL1304 - USD $2.30

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Circle of Seasons affords students a pathway to reinforce their sense of the difference in changing rhythm patterns and meter changes. With or without the optional percussion, it's rhythmically engaging, celebratory, and highly enjoyable to sing!

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Dawn

Jacob Narverud

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1315 - USD $2.15

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Narverud shares his gift of melody in this heartfelt original setting appropriate for burgeoning treble ensemble of all sizes and ability. Also available for Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1277).

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Day After Day

Mark A. Henry

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Piano, Violin (opt.)

BL1298 - USD $2.30

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Day After Day employs jaunty rhythms, tongue-in-cheek text, and conveys a fun take on accepting things that are out of our control. This delightful fun-to-sing two-part treble piece is perfect for the fall or spring!

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Down by the Riverside

Traditional Spiritual (arr. Lon Beery, Pamela Perec Lee)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1316 - USD $2.30

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Down by the Riverside is one of the most beloved of all African American spirituals. Because of the recurring phrase, "I ain't gonna study war no more,"it has become popular during times of war, especially among those politically opposed to conflict. This arrangement is one of hope, joy, and positive energy.

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Exsultate Justi in Domino

Noah Reese

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1302 - USD $2.15

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Grandiose and exciting, Exsultate Justi in Domino has a rhythmic energy in the vocal lines coupled with the active, yet supportive piano accompaniment. Caution: this melody will get stuck in your head. Also available for TT Voices (BL1322) and TBB Voices (CM9778).

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Gloria and Alleluia

Ruth Elaine Schram

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto

BL1317 - USD $2.15

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A cappella singing is definitely its own reward and this wonderful a cappella set, Gloria and Alleluia, consists of two contrasting pieces: one up-tempo and rhythmic and the other legato. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL158) and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1281).

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Good King Wenceslas

Traditional (arr. Ruth Elaine Schram)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Solo Voices (opt.), Piano

BL1350 - USD $2.30

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During the telling of this classic carol about a king who gives to the poor, Ruth Schram uses solo sections and word painting to help the audience experience cold winds and conversations between the king and his loyal page. This is a wonderful, joyful holiday selection for SSA choir! Also available for TB Voices (BL672) and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL973).

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Hanukkah Song

Israeli Folk Song (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano, Clarinet in Bb (opt.), Triangle (opt.), Tambourine (opt.)

BL1321 - USD $2.50

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Hanukkah is a time for spinning dreidels, eating latkes, and lighting the menorah, among many other traditions. Courtney's arrangement has variations in tempo which range from reverent and stately to joyous and jubilant. With the addition of the optional clarinet, it is all the more celebratory. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL988), SATB Voices (BL933) and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1080).

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iJingle Jingle

James Pierpont (arr. Steve Kupferschmid)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1319 - USD $2.15

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This easy-to-learn holiday novelty piece has a unique twist: choir and audience members can download a free sleigh-bell app to use throughout the performance as the jingling bells! The piece includes nods to Jingle Bells, Ode to Joy and Deck the Halls, along with humorous lyrics for the iPhone generation. Sure to be one of the most talked-about arrangements of the holiday concert season! Also available for SATB Voices (BL1234), Two-Part Voices (BL938), and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1182).

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Keepers of the Earth

Mark Patterson

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Piano, Violin (opt.)

BL1351 - USD $2.30

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Perfect for Earth Day or an environmental stewardship program, Keepers of the Earth is an original song written with a gentle bluegrass feel. With optional violin, solo and small group opportunities throughout, it delivers an important message while still being enjoyable to sing!

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La Martiniana

Mexican Folk Song (arr. Dan Davison)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1313 - USD $2.30

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La Martiniana is closely associated with Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). However, in Mexican culture, it can take on a joyful tone, rather than a somber one. Davison's SSA arrangement is joyous! With a left hand imitative of guitar and accessible vocals, Davison captures the spirit of this cultural celebration to a tee. Highly recommend.

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Leaders of Tomorrow

Sonja Poorman

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Piano

BL1308 - USD $2.15

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With a message of encouragement, hope and peace for all, Leaders of Tomorrow, for Two-Part treble voices, is appropriate throughout the year. Accessible writing, including echoing and step-wise motion, your young singer-leaders will shine when they perform!

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Little Things

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1309 - USD $2.15

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We don’t always realize the ripple effect that occurs when we perform small acts of kindness or share words of love with those around us. These seemingly insignificant actions can have such a positive impact and make the world a better place. Thus is the premise for this delightful and thought-provoking SA choral, sure to spark much wonderful conversation and, hopefully, lead to actions of the same nature!

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Love Never Fails

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1310 - USD $2.15

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"Love simply defies definition - we are left to describe it" and Jones does that very thing in this beautifully well-crafted SA piece, appropriate throughout the year. The work sets the text of I Corinthians, and contains supportive accompaniment and accessible vocals.

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"Love" Song

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano, Violin (opt.)

BL1312 - USD $2.30

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Poet Dorothy Parker's tongue-in-cheek humor is illuminated by Jones' whimsical writing - perfect for a somewhat "sassy" treble choir. Accessible and multi-functional throughout the year, this SA piece is appropriate for groups spanning different levels!

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Onomatopoeia

Mark Burrows

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part), Voice 2 (Part), Voice 3 (Part) (opt.), Piano

BL1294 - USD $2.30

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Packed with onomatopoeia fun, Burrows' two-part treble arrangement will be the hit of your fall, spring or a recruitment-type concert. Who doesn't like to sing squish, bing, bong or giggle? Add the optional third part and some creative moves for even more fun!!

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Run, Mary, Run

with Wayfaring Stranger

African American Spiritual (arr. Lynn Shaw Bailey)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Piano

BL1307 - USD $2.30

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Run, Mary, Run is full of hope, courage, rhythmic integrity, and has an interesting melody. Your treble singers will love singing this heartfelt work. Also available for Treble Solo (BLB023) and SATB Voices (BL1347).

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Sweet and Low

Lon Beery

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1303 - USD $2.15

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Sweet and Low is a short lullaby written from the perspective of a mother with a young child at home waiting for the return of the father who is out at sea. The poignant poem, set in soothing 3/4 time with melodic canonic sections in a minor tonality, makes for a wonderfully poignant programming option for the developing treble ensemble.

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Three a cappella Spanish Songs for Treble Choir

1. Ballena (Whale) 2. Caballito (Horse) 3. Elefantito (Elephant)

Spanish Folk (arr. Christi Jones)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto

BL1311 - USD $2.15

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The whale, the horse, and the elephant are the subjects of these three delightful, brief a cappella Spanish folk songs which may be performed as a set or separately. The performance notes provide translations and there are pronunciation recordings available online. Set in different meters, these songs are a great way to feature your emerging treble voices at contest or festival! Also available for TB Voices (BL1179).

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Tres Canciones de Navidad (Three Songs of Christmas)

1.Campana Sobre Campana 2.Noche de Paz 3. Mi Burrito Sabanero

Spanish Carol (arr. Clinton Barrineau)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto

BL1314 - USD $2.15

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Arranged as a collaborative effort by a treble choir and their director, these three Spanish Carols are suitable for developing treble choirs because of their unison passages and accessible harmony in each piece. This set makes for a wonderful exploration of ensemble singing in Spanish.

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Two a cappella French Folk Songs

1. J'entends le Moulin 2. Au Clair de la Lune

French Folk Song (arr. Noah Reese)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto

BL1299 - USD $2.15

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This wonderful set of two beloved French folk songs, J'entends le Moulin and Au Claire de la Lune, provides developing treble choirs the opportunity to sing accessible notes, a cappella, and in French. With a French pronunciation guide and a spoken recording provided, don't let the language scare you away from this set that packs an a cappella 1-2 punch!!

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Ubi Caritas

Jonathan Reid

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano (opt.)

BL1320 - USD $2.15

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"Where charity and love are... God is there..." Reid's vocal lines weave exquisitely in this beautiful SSA Latin setting. Well-crafted in form, opportunities for learning musical skills abound in this song with options to perform a cappella or with piano. Also available for TTB Voices (BL1177).

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Viento!

Matthew Gawronski

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Piano, Djembe (opt.)

BL1297 - USD $2.30

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Looking for an energetic, crowd-pleaser that's both fun to learn and fits well in multiple concert contexts? Viento! is that piece. New to the BriLee catalog, composer and educator Matthew Gawronski brings his unique style into this delightful Two-Part Treble work with piano and optional djembe.

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We Are the Music Makers

Jordan Ricks

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part), Voice 2 (Part), Voice 3 (Part) (opt.), Piano

BL1295 - USD $2.30

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We are the Music Makers pays an exuberant homage to musicians, artists, and creative-types with a text that is driven by alliteration, rhyme and syncopation. With flowing and rhythmic accompaniment that drives the singers forward, the limited range comfortably accommodates younger voices and changing voices alike.

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We Sing! We Rise! We Soar!

Greg Gilpin

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Piano

BL1296 - USD $2.30

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This original concert work, with text inspired by Arthur O'Shawnessy, is suitable for the beginning of a concert, as a closing piece, or could even be used as a "theme" for concerts. It is sprinkled with meter changes and a piano accompaniment that creates an energetic, pulsing feel underneath vocal lines of length and breadth, creating dynamic phrasing that reflect and paint the wonderful text. Also available for Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1335) and SATB Voices (BL1346).

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Welcome, Music!

George Frideric Handel (arr. Laura Farnell)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2 (opt.), Piano

BL1293 - USD $2.15

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Farnell has adapted "Welcome, welcome mighty king" from Handel's oratorio Saul, creating an accessible two-part treble /optional unison arrangement that is perfect for young treble singers. It is also available for TB Voices (BL1326).

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Wishing

David Perry, Jean Perry

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Piano

BL1306 - USD $2.15

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Do you wish the world were BETTER, WISER or HAPPIER? These questions dominate this hope-filled and delightful song written for developing treble voices by Dave and Jean Perry. The answers are simple: think about your ACTIONS, KINDNESS, and SHARING. What a perfect message and perfectly delightful for any time of the year!

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Yenyere Guma

Traditional Cuban Folk Song (arr. Theresa Pritchard, Eugenio Fabela)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Claves, Congas, Shekere, Cowbell

BL1318 - USD $2.15

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This fabulous arrangement of a popular Afro-Cuban folk song is loads of fun to sing and very accessible. With authentic percussion parts and a pronunciation recording, your treble singers are sure to "steal the show" with their performance of this work.

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Yuletide Collage

Traditional Carols (arr. Gary E. Parks)

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Piano, Tambourine (opt.), Sleigh Bells (opt.), Tom-tom (opt.), Suspended Cymbal (opt.)

BL1292 - USD $2.30

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Yuletide Collage is a delightful holiday medley containing unexpected twists and great fun in the piano accompaniment of beloved favorites Ding Dong Merrily on High, Jolly Old, Deck the Halls, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9788).

BriLee Tenor-Bass Chorus

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A Traveler's Heart

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bass, Piano

BL1329 - USD $2.15

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The majesty and grandeur of nature not only has the ability to heal, but also to create a blank canvas for artistic expression and heartfelt emotion. Jones captures those moments of encounter with creation that can take your breath away and simultaneously propel you forward into song. Also available for Treble Solo Voice (BLB023), SSA Voices (BL1225) and SAB Voices (BL1341).

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Angels Sing Gloria!

Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1324 - USD $2.15

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Courtney has crafted a winning "mash-up" with Hark the Herald Angels Sing, O Come All Ye Faithful, and Angels We Have Heard on High. Also available for Treble Solo (BLB025), Tenor-Bass Solo (BLB026), Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1331), and Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1305).

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Exsultate Justi in Domino

Noah Reese

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Piano

BL1322 - USD $2.25

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Developing Tenor-Bass choirs are sure to enjoy the rhythmic energy in the vocals coupled with the active, yet supportive piano accompaniment of this Grandiose and exciting work. Caution: this upbeat melody will get stuck in your head! A+ rating for a festival selection. Also available for SA Voices (BL1302) and TBB Voices (CM9778).

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Psalm of Life

Michael John Trotta

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2 (opt.), Bass, Piano

BL1325 - USD $2.55

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Using Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's text, which celebrates taking responsibility for making your own life and the lives of those around you better, Trotta has created a powerful and singable TB piece. With strong themes of dignity, respect, and integrity, it is a reminder that the “footprints” that we all leave behind can bring hope to others. Sure to be impactful for both singers and audiences alike!

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See, What Had Happened Was...

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bass, Piano, Violin (opt.), Solo Voices (opt.)

BL1330 - USD $2.50

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Jones, herself the mother of two TB singers, wrote this delightfully playful song that is laden with "fun" reasons why those singers did not turn in their homework! See, What Had Happened Was... is novel, funny, and extremely singable!

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Sing Me a Song: Two A Cappella Songs for Tenor/Bass Choir

1.Sing Me a Song of a Lad That Is Gone 2. Sing a Joyful Song

Jordan Ricks

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass

BL1328 - Full Score - USD $1.75

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Written to successfully lead your developing TB ensemble to an a cappella performance, this is the perfect set of songs for full-voiced singing. While one setting is in G major and the other in G minor, both are upbeat and accessible.

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Sing We Now of Christmas

Traditional Carol (arr. Noah Reese, Debra Siebert)

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Piano

BL1323 - USD $2.25

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This beloved 15th century French carol is beautifully arranged for an emerging tenor-bass choir to accommodate changed and unchanged voices. With unexpected (yet fitting) harmonic modulations in the middle section, it offers teaching opportunities of major/minor expressions of the text as both tenor parts take turns with melody and harmony. An all-around holiday home run!

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Three Fun Holiday Songs for TB Choir

1. Jingle Bells 2. Up on the Housetop 3. We Wish You a Merry Christmas

Traditional (arr. Laura Farnell)

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1327 - USD $2.30

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Farnell puts the FUN in "functional" with this accessible set for TB choir or ensemble. Sing one, two, or all three, a cappella or with piano, they are full of "Fa La La La" fun and a new staple for your choral library!

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Welcome, Music!

George Frideric Handel (arr. Laura Farnell)

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1326 - USD $2.15

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Farnell has adapted "Welcome, welcome mighty king" from Handel's oratorio Saul, creating an accessible two-part treble/optional unison arrangement that is perfect for young treble singers. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1293).

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You Better Mind

Reginal S Wright

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2 (opt.), Bass, Piano (opt.)

BL1349 - USD $2.15

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Created for the Schola Cantorum Project and sponsored by the Fort Worth Chorale, You Better Mind contains a message of indirect warning to be wary of whom to trust and how much one should talk. Choirs can take full advantage of the built-in “swing” feel as singers move through the lines.

BriLee 2 & 3-Part Chorus

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A Traveler's Heart

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

BL1341 - USD $2.15

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The majesty and grandeur of nature not only has the ability to heal, but also t0 create a blank canvas for artistic expression and heartfelt emotion. Jones captures those moments of encounter with creation that can take your breath away and simultaneously propel you forward into song. Also available for Treble Solo Voice (BLB023), SSA Voices (BL1225) and TTB Voices (BL1329).

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Angels Sing Gloria!

Felix Mendelssohn, Traditional (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano

BL1331 - USD $2.15

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Courtney has crafted a winning "mash-up" with Hark the Herald Angels Sing, O Come All Ye Faithful, and Angels We Have Heard on High. Also available for Treble Solo (BLB025), Tenor-Bass Solo (BLB024), Tenor-Bass Voices (BL1324), and Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1305).

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Bella Ciao

Traditional Italian Song (arr. Christi Jones)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano

BL1334 - USD $2.15

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Jones has masterfully created an Italian song for emerging mixed choirs that affords an introduction to limited Italian text in a fun, accessible setting. Well worth the effort, whether performed with piano or optional a cappella. Also available for TB Voices (BL1132) and SA Voices (BL1196).

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Da Pacem Domine

(Grant Us Your Perfect Peace)

Melchior Franck (arr. Lon Beery)

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part), Voice 3 (Part), Piano

BL1337 - USD $2.15

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Lon Beery has outdone himself in this arrangement of a well-known early Baroque tune by Melchior Frank. Beery draws on his knowledge of the adolescent voice, as reflected in the contained range of a fifth, in this simplistic yet wonderful Latin text setting. Depending on the needs of the ensemble, a flowing, supportive, optional piano accompaniment is available. Also available for TTB Voices (BL779).

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From Starry Skies Descending

Tu scendi dalle stelle

Traditional Italian Carol (arr. Jimmy Baas)

BriLee Music

Voice 1 (Part ), Voice 2 (Part ), Alto (opt.), Piano

BL1332 - USD $2.15

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Hailed by many as the most famous Italian carol, Tu scendi dalle stelle has a simplistic, beautiful melody, coupled with a slow, lilting 6/8 meter. This lovely Two-Part Mixed/Opt alto arrangement by Jimmy Baas affords singers the opportunity to sing in both English and Italian.

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Haec Dies

This Is the Day

Dan Davison

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor (opt.), Bass, Piano

BL1343 - USD $2.30

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Davison has done it again in his Baroque-style, rhythmically charged arrangement with limited ranges for mixed choirs of developing voices. This song has a “high part” and a “low part” making it possible to be performed by any size choir, even those with limited numbers of basses and tenors. This is the Day!

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Here We Come A-Caroling

Traditional English Carol (arr. Becki Slagle Mayo)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano

BL1338 - USD $2.30

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From the rollicking piano and vocal introduction until the final "fa-la-la-la!" mixed ensembles will experience the joy of the season while learning this well-known carol, also known as Here We Come A-Wassailing. What a wonderful expression of the happiness and prosperity we all hope to find during the holidays! Also available for SSA Voices (BL807) and TTB Voices (BL867).

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Music, Lead the Way!

Laura Farnell

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano, Descant

BL1340 - USD $2.30

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Farnell draws her inspiration for this Gospel-style composition from the work of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and all those who worked to break down the barriers of racial and social discrimination. A gripping Van Dyke text delivers the powerful message: When we choose love and sing together in community, surely “peace and love will conquer hate and strife.” Also available for SSA voices (CM9276), SATB Voices (CM9794), and T(B)B Voices (BL1291).

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The Hills

(Where Strength Is Found)

Jacob Narverud

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano, Descant (opt.)

BL1333 - USD $2.15

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“Be Brave ....Stay Strong..... Work Hard......Hold On.” Narverud's Three-Part Mixed writing reflects this powerful and inspirational text. An ideal selection for a festival program or graduation, The Hills is sure to inspire young singers to be their best.

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Waiting for the Moon

Sherry Blevins

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano, Solo Voices (opt.)

BL1342 - USD $2.30

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The words "innovative" and "interesting" are good descriptors for this collaborative composition between the composer and her students. Waiting for the Moon for SAB choir is lyrical with accessible ranges and an interesting piano accompaniment. Optional narration is available for this haunting selection.

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We Are the Earth

Aaron Humble

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Piano

BL1336 - USD $2.15

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Written for the developing mixed choir, with original text, this thoughtful, accessible Two-Part Mixed/Opt Alto features original text and music by Aaron Humble. Humble shares his experiences of meeting good people, sharing musical experiences, and taking in vastly diverse landscapes throughout his travels in We are the Earth.

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We Sing! We Rise! We Soar!

Greg Gilpin

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano 3

BL1335 - USD $2.30

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This original concert work, with text inspired by Arthur O'Shawnessy, is suitable for the beginning of a concert, as a closing piece, or could even be used as a part of a larger theme for concerts. It is sprinkled with meter changes and a piano accompaniment that creates an energetic, pulsing feel underneath vocal lines of length and breadth, creating dynamic phrasing that reflect and paint the wonderful text. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1296) and SATB Voices (BL1346).

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Who I Want To Be

Coty Raven Morris (arr. Saleel Menon)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

BL1339 - USD $2.30

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Coty Raven Morris' inspiring Who I Want to Be, arranged by Saleel Menon, is ideal for mixed choirs of all abilities. Certain to be empowered by the rich messages found within and with solo or small group opportunities, your choir will love learning and performing this coming-of-age piece! Also available for SSA Voices (BL1217) and SATB Voices (CM9787).

BriLee Mixed Chorus

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Awakening

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1348 - USD $2.30

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Jones' powerful composition for mixed choirs, based on the poem by writer James Weldon Johnson, is both haunting and evocative. Set in D minor with a driving rhythmic piano accompaniment, mixed choirs will feel empowered singing this fabulous piece! Also available for SSA Voices (BL1170).

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Barn Dance

Dan Miner

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Body Percussion (opt.), Piano, String Bass (opt.), Violin (opt.)

BL1344 - USD $2.30

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Written to emulate a hoe-down style, Barn Dance is a fun, energetic song for treble choirs of all levels and abilities. For a "yee-haw" good time, add the optional body percussion and instrumental breaks, where creative opportunities abound! Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1301).

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Deck the Halls on the Twelve Days of Christmas

Traditional English Carol, Traditional Welsh Carol (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1345 - USD $2.15

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Courtney's clever "mash up" of two beloved holiday favorites is sure to bring the "it factor" to any holiday program. Also available for Tenor-Bass Voices (BL1268), SA Voices (BL1247), Tenor-Bass Solo (BLB026, A Season to Celebrate Solo book) and Treble Solo (BLB025, A Season to Celebrate Solo book).

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Run, Mary, Run

with Wayfaring Stranger

African American Spiritual (arr. Lynn Shaw Bailey)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1347 - USD $2.30

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Run, Mary, Run is full of hope, courage, rhythmic integrity, and has an interesting melody. Your treble singers will love singing this heartfelt work. Also available for Treble Solo (A Traveler's Heart BLB023) and Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1307).

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We Are Strong

Reginal S. Wright

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1352 - USD $2.30

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We are Strong celebrates the strength of synergy and collaboration when all parties move together toward a common goal. A wonderful SATB selection which can be used throughout the year and also for special occasions.

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We Sing! We Rise! We Soar!

Greg Gilpin

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1346 - USD $2.30

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This original concert work, with text inspired by Arthur O'Shawnessy, is suitable for the beginning of a concert, as a closing piece, or could even be used as a part of a larger theme for concerts. It is sprinkled with meter changes and a piano accompaniment that creates an energetic, pulsing feel underneath vocal lines of length and breadth, creating dynamic phrasing that reflect and paint the wonderful text. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1296) and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1335).

Treble Chorus

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A Farewell Wish

Z. Randall Stroope

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto 1, Alto 2, Solo Voices

CM9768 - USD $2.30

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Stroope's emotional connection to this text, attributed to Ralph Waldo Emerson, is sincere, innocent, heartfelt, and earnest. These qualities shine through in his beautiful writing for SSAA a cappella choir and soloist.

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Home on the Range

Daniel E. Kelley (arr. Ben Kendall)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

CM9769 - USD $2.30

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Kendall's lovely and rhythmically interesting arrangement of Americana is highly suitable for treble choirs of all abilities. A pulsating accompaniment adds forward motion to this sparkling homophonic setting.

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I Have Heard the Music There

Matthew Emery

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano, Descant (opt.)

CM9774 - USD $2.15

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New to the Carl Fischer choral catalog, Matthew Emery brings a unique, fresh voice in his compositions. His lyrical SA work paints the imagery of the text, utilizing a reoccurring motif with slight variation, use of repetition, imitation, and canonic-like movements, all of which weave a thread of familiarity through the piano and vocal lines.

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I Want to Be the Sun

Mark Burrows

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

CM9795 - USD $2.55

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Mark Burrows and Coty Raven Morris' beautiful collaboration of I Want to Be the Sun has resulted in a whimsical yet highly relevant, and most importantly, FUN piece to sing. Appropriate throughout the year and for all choir sizes, the message of this delightful choral setting is sure to speak to all who sing and hear it! Also available for SAB Voices (CM9794).

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In the Bleak Midwinter

Brady Weldon

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2 (opt.), Alto, Piano

CM9773 - USD $2.15

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Written for the developing or advanced treble ensemble of any size, Weldon's original setting of this beloved holiday text is lovely! This work contains undulating supportive chords, unisons, and range-appropriate opportunities to add harmony.

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Kuimba Nafsi Yangu

Jacob Narverud

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto 1, Alto 2, Piano, Djembe 1 (opt.), Djembe 2 (opt.)

CM9791 - USD $2.50

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Kuimba Nafsi Yangu is a celebratory song derived from the following common Swahili phrases of joy, "Sing my soul, sing my heart. Sing for peace, sing for joy. There is so much love here, yes!" Intended as a concert opener or closer, this spirited piece is pure energy from start to finish. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9505).

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The Angels' Gloria!

Greg Gilpin

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

CM9772 - USD $2.30

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A great way to add sparkle for your Christmas or holiday program, Gilpin's piece for treble voices is both joyful and powerful. With an accompaniment that is bell-like in nature, The Angels' Gloria will help ring in the holidays!

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The Glory Of The Lord

Adolphus Hailstork

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto

CM9797 - Performance Score - USD $2.00

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Hailstork's setting of Psalm 46 is beautiful and uplifting. For a cappella SA Voices, there are wonderful opportunities for for teaching unification throughout the unison sections. With accessible harmonies, The Glory of the Lord is suitable for worship or festival, and a wonderful addition to the treble repertoire.

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The Night Will Shine as Day

Jordan R. Tucker

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano, Horn in F (opt.)

CM9775 - USD $2.50

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Jordan Tucker's fresh writing is exciting, accessible and singable. New to the Carl Fischer catalog, Tucker uses lyrics from the Biblical Psalms and weaves lovely unison melodies with varied SA textures, all within ranges sure to work for any sized treble ensemble. The optional horn adds a unique color to this beautiful, hope-filled piece.

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There is a Balm in Gilead

Traditional Spiritual (arr. Lee R. Kesselman)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto

CM9770 - USD $2.15

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From the opening solo and duet passage to the three-part refrain, Kesselman uses many textures in his transparent a cappella arrangement of this beloved African American spiritual. Sure to touch the heart, inspire, give hope, and challenge, this work is also available SSA Voices with Piano (CM9524).

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We Are the Lyrics

Lee R. Kesselman

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

CM9771 - USD $2.15

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Kesselman's lyrics are based on the premise that individuals work together to create meaning and beauty in life, each person doing their job as well as they can, respecting those around them and trying to get an overall sense of what's important, inclusive and effective. These ideas join with other elements of the song to create a song of beauty your treble choir is sure to adore learning and performing!

Carl Fischer Tenor-Bass Chorus

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Between the Downs and the Sky

Matthew Emery

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass 1 (opt.), Bass 2, Piano

CM9777 - USD $2.30

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Reflective and commemorative in nature, the text of Between the Downs and the Sky speaks to themes of remembrance and our shared connections to humanity. Emery's expansive writing moves in and out of unison, two part, and optional three parts, aiding in the accessibility of the work for TB ensembles of all sizes and abilities.

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Exsultate Justi in Domino

Noah Reese

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass 1, Bass 2, Piano

CM9778 - USD $2.30

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Grandiose and exciting, Exsultate Justi in Domino has a rhythmic energy in the vocal lines coupled with the active, yet supportive piano accompaniment. Caution: this delightful melody will get stuck in your head! Also available for TT Voices (BL1322) and SA Voices (BL1302).

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If...

Jonathan Reid

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bass 1, Bass 2, Piano

CM9779 - USD $2.30

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Kipling's powerful text is made even more empowering within the context of Reid's choral setting for TTBB ensembles. If . . . contains accessible vocal lines and opportunities for each section to shine.

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O Christmas Tree

Traditional Carol (arr. Jimmy Baas)

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9776 - USD $2.55

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Originally written in 3/4, this new arrangement by Jimmy Baas is given an uplifting twist in 9/8 with the use of triplets throughout. The pulsating piano propels the piece forward, adding an extra sense of joy surrounding one of the most special times of the year. Also available for SA Voices (CM9745).

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The Shepherd's Spiritual

Donald Moore

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bass 1, Bass 2, Piano

CM9781 - USD $2.15

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Donald Moore's up-tempo piece, based on an American Spiritual, features call-and-response vocalization between soloist and ensemble. This oldie-but-goodie, in its original voicing, dates back to the fourth BriLee catalog. Also available for TB voices (BL179), SSA Voices (BL909), SA Voices (BL1159), and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1230).

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Words on My Heart

Mark Patterson

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bass, Piano

CM9780 - USD $2.15

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Every voice matters... and every voice in your choir matters! Patterson's compelling text is bound to resonate with both performers and audience members. His harmonic material is ever-evolving, containing shifts in tonality paired with a lilting 6/8 time signature.

Carl Fischer 2 & 3-Part Chorus

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Be at Peace

Jonathan Reid

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

CM9782 - USD $2.30

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For SAB choirs of all sizes and abilities, Reid's writing is both accessible and lyric. Be at Peace, with text from Max Ehrmann's Desiderata, is the perfect programming piece for graduations, baptisms, confirmations, or any event signifying a life transition.

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Crawdad Hole

Traditional Folk Song (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

CM9784 - USD $2.30

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Your singers will love jumping into Courtney's fun, jaunty rendering of this beloved bit of Americana, which contains interplay between voice parts and engaging hand clapping. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices with Piano (BL1056).

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I Want to Be the Sun

Mark Burrows

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

CM9794 - USD $2.75

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Mark Burrows and Coty Raven Morris' beautiful collaboration of I Want to Be the Sun has resulted in a whimsical yet highly relevant, and most importantly, FUN piece to sing. Appropriate throughout the year and for all choir sizes, the message of this delightful choral setting is sure to speak to all who sing and hear it! Also available for SA Voices (CM9795).

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O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

Traditional Hymn (arr. Noah Reese)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

CM9793 - USD $2.30

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Reese's arrangement of one of the most popular and enduring Christmas songs of all time, O Come, O Come Emmanuel, presented here for SAB choirs, is in a compound meter with an exciting, driving accompaniment, making it fun to sing and hear. Accessible and adaptable for mixed choirs of all sizes and abilities. Also available for TB Voices (CM9725).

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The Silent Battle

Jimmy Baas

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano, Flute (opt.)

CM9783 - USD $2.30

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With lyrics by Sara Teasdale, this historical story-telling original by Jimmy Baas portrays battle by gallant soldiers. In a rolling triple meter, with optional flute, Baas aptly sets the text and tonality to reflect the hope that Teasdale so aptly portrays.

Carl Fischer Mixed Chorus

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Ad Astra

(To the Stars.....) Extended Edition

Jacob Narverud

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2, Horn in F, Euphonium (opt.), Trombone, Tuba, Bass Trombone (opt.), Timpani, Percussion

CM9796 - USD $2.50

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This new extended edition of Narverud's Ad Astra for SATB choir and instrumental ensemble radiates energy, and is impressive while still accessible. Filled with hope and empowerment, the text reads, "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move forward, leave all cares behind." With optional instrumental parts (CM9796IN). Original voicings for piano only include Three-Part Mixed Voices (CM9544), SSA Voices (CM9579), TBB Voices (CM9710), SA Voices (CM9746), and Two-Part Mixed Voices (CM9757).

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Dust

Ethan Sperry

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Percussion

CM9792 - USD $2.60

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Written by a Carl Fischer newcomer Ethan Sperry, Dust sets the powerful poem of the same name by Coty Raven Morris, and the harmonic writing is as rich and impactful as the text. Dust, for the advanced SATB a cappella mixed choir with accessible percussion, is a piece about coming into one's own.

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Gloria

Mark Patterson

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano, Trumpet (opt.)

CM9790 - USD $2.30

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Patterson's Gloria is written with joyful exuberance and contains both homophonic writing and interplay between the vocal parts. It is both accessible and appropriate for a variety of settings throughout the year.

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I Will Lift Mine Eyes

Patrick Vu

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano, Solo Voices

CM9785 - USD $2.30

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New to the Carl Fischer catalog, Patrick Vu brings a hopeful and accessible voice to I Will Lift Mine Eyes. Ideal for church and school, for large or small ensembles, his elegant writing, combined with the beautiful 121st Biblical Psalm text, is sure to inspire and provide hope.

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In Dulci Jubilo

Traditional German Carol (arr. Mark Burrows)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano, Trumpet (opt.)

CM9789 - USD $2.50

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Uniquely combining German and Latin in this joyful holiday text, Burrows arrangement for SATB choir, Piano and Opt Trumpet is sure to set your holiday concert on fire! With canonic duets and joyful interplay between SA and TB, it is accessible and appropriate for both school and church alike.

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Love Came Down at Christmas

Tom Council

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9786 - USD $2.15

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Council's setting of this treasured Rossetti text is lovely and singable. With excellent balance in the part writing and just the right amount of unison, there is also an emotional key change in the third verse. Love Came Down at Christmas is appropriate and accessible for both church and school choirs alike.

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Who I Want To Be

Coty Raven Morris (arr. Saleel Menon)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9787 - USD $2.30

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Coty Raven Morris' inspiring Who I Want to Be, arranged by Saleel Menon, is ideal for mixed choirs of all abilities. Certain to be empowered by the rich messages found within and with solo or small group opportunities, your choir will love learning and performing this coming-of-age piece! Also available for SSA Voices (BL1217) and SAB Voices (BL1339).

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Yuletide Collage

Traditional Carols (arr. Gary E. Parks, Cathryne Parks)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano, Tambourine (opt.), Sleigh Bells (opt.), Tom-tom (opt.), Suspended Cymbal (opt.)

CM9788 - USD $2.30

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Yuletide Collage is a delightful holiday medley containing unexpected twists and great fun in the piano accompaniment of beloved favorites Ding Dong Merrily on High, Jolly Old, Deck the Halls, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1292).

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