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Mark Foster-Uses: General Concert Contest Scripture: Philippians 3:20-21 Expressive melodic lines and phrases lend a sense of yearning and melancholy to the unwavering hope and peace found in the text of this folk melody. Aaron McDermid has arranged Come Sing to Me of Heaven with broad open chords and tightly-woven suspensions. The slow mournful opening gives way to a faster contrasting middle section as the anticipation and hope of heaven builds. This moving contemplation of death and heaven is also a song of comfort an emotional offering for concert or contest.

Mark Foster-Originally written to be accompanied by two pianos this new edition has masterfully captured the essence of two and delivered a new exciting edition.

Brothers Sing On! Jonathan Palant Choral Series-Here is an arrangement of a classic Stephen Foster melody that takes full advantage of the drama and humor in the lyrics. Your men will love bringing these lyrics to life as Reed has inserted dramatic pauses for the singers to dramatically react. Fun and laughter will be had by all.

This beautiful poem of love begins with 7 words from Shakespeare's Twelfth Night and then moves to Colonel Heveningham's original words. As the colorful imagery of the text unfolds the music reflects the textual meaning. The music touches on several tonal centers and closes with a recap of the opening section with the final measures repeating the most poignant words of the poem - Sing on.

Uses: Concert General Music Appreciation Scripture: Psalm 8:1 Psalm 113:1-6 Leaping joyfully from the score this music of unbridled energy calls the world to jubilant praise. Gathering together classic sacred poetry along with words from the Psalms this general use anthem is equally at home in the sanctuary or concert hall.

Ithaca College Choral Series-There is a fierce passion behind Poe's famous Annabel Lee and this passion is captured in the speed and delivery of the text within the music. The music is tonal and rich and well suited for college and community choirs.

Quoting the 17th century melody CAPTAIN KIDD Howard has set a text by Elder Hibbard that is reminiscent of an early Psalm text with vivid references to nature and the power of God seen in nature. The cello part included at theback of the score introduces the thematic music and is quite long and legato at the beginning. It becomes almost programmatic as the music unfolds reflecting the many powerful images described. “Where nature's worksdeclare God is there!” Duration Ca. 4 minutes

This standard Christmas Carol has been re-imagined by Tom Trenney. Tom asks What are we planning to do to this poor baby when we get there? Why do we sing O come let us adore Him with such bombast. Tom sets the opening quietly gently. Then being transformed when we first behold Him the music reflects this sense of awe and wonder. Tender delicate and completely true to the text singers and listeners will find new meaning in this beautiful new setting.

Here is one of the most famous boleros and most sung Mexican song in the world now set in a concert choral arrangement. This arrangement is a regular part of the King's Singers repertoire as well as vocal Essence and the Mexican choir Vox Populi Project. This music is hip and contemporary while staying true to its stylistic heritage.

This traditional spiritual is set with divisi choral parts and requires a mezzo-soprano soloist who can soar over the choir carry the music and bring style and passion to the rendering. Beautiful legato and dynamically subtle singing by the choir is a must with the results being a most satisfying performance for singer and listener.

The melodies in this medley come from Early American sources. The opening fife tune was found in a Revolutionary War collection. Our Native Land appeared in a school music book in 1871. The Appalachian tune can be found in many shape-note hymnals. And the march entitled Washington Crossing the Delaware is from the late 18th century. The optional score and parts for full orchestra (00201894) make this a wonderful concert closer for a concert of early American songs Patriotic songs and indigenous songs of our country.

This text welcomes the long-awaited arrival of the railway system and the benefits it will bring bidding good riddance to the slow rough-riding stage coaches of the era. The music has a folk-inspired melody while utilizing contemporary harmony and voice leading. The piano part changes throughout the short work adding interest while providing a stable foundation for the choir.

Brothers Sing On! Jonathan Palant Choral Series-This beautiful folk song has been arranged many times. Rarely if ever have the words and music been so beautifully merged. Both love and despair are delicately depicted in this beautiful new setting by Connor Koppin.

Far from a typical Christmas work this searching insightful text illuminates the sacrifice that God already understood when He sent the baby Jesus to earth. Illustrating the emotions of the text the music begins with the soft wonder we expect moves to an aching and painful climax and finally culminates in a restful and peaceful conclusion as we realize the magnitude of this innocent Child's birth.

This classic folk tune has been given a stylistic concert setting. Divisi in all parts the vocal arrangement mimics the instruments that are associated with this style of music.