Tell Me, Shepherd

SKU: HL.365751

UPC: 840126961867. 6.75x10.5x0.029 inches. Isaiah 53:5-7, John 10:26-28, Psalm 79:13.

Bright and lively, this original anthem has the feeling of a middle-European folk song. Incorporating NOEL NOUVELET, the piano and percussion bring the vibe, adorning the catchy minor melody with colorful timbres. In troubadour style, the text tells the story of faithful shepherds looking for their lost sheep. The second verse uses an ostinato to create a rustic folk band with vocal sounds instead of instruments. Unforgettable sonic joy! Score and Parts (cl, perc 1-2) avialable as a digital download.

SKU: LO.10-5634L

ISBN 9780787775261.

Joy abounds in this creative pairing of Rise Up, Shepherd and Go! Tell It On the Mountain. Full of vocal energy, and accompanied by a fun piano part, your choir is going to love this one! It is also available as a two-part version in our popular Singable Solution series.

SKU: LO.10-5749L

ISBN 9780787778040.

Pamela Stewart's text comes alive when paired with Victor Johnson's music. Written in an a cappella Renaissance-style, the 6/8 meter propels the music forward, and optional hand drum and tambourine parts complete the musical package. The lyrics speak from the point of view of the shepherds, as they joyfully tell the world what they have seen and heard: Gloria! Sing gloria! Each heart a bed of hay, every life a Bethlehem, each day a Christmas Day!”.

SKU: HL.194659

ISBN 9781495073892. UPC: 888680641757. 9.0x12.0x0.262 inches.

It's super easy! This series features accessible arrangements for piano, with simple right-hand melody, letter names inside each note, basic left-hand chord diagrams, and no page turns. This edition includes 60 hymns: All Creatures of Our God and King • Amazing Grace • Be Thou My Vision • Beautiful Savior • The Church's One Foundation • Crown Him with Many Crowns • For the Beauty of the Earth • I Love to Tell the Story • It Is Well with My Soul • Just As I Am • A Mighty Fortress Is Our God • Nearer, My God, to Thee • O Worship the King • Rock of Ages • 'Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus • We Gather Together • What a Friend We Have in Jesus • When I Survey the Wondrous Cross • and many more.

SKU: CF.CM9634

ISBN 9781491157060. UPC: 680160915620. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: G major. English, English. Traditional Christmas Spiritual.

Berg's fantastic setting of this beloved American Christmas spiritual for advanced tenor-bass choirs tells a story of hope and meaning. The various textures throughout the a cappella arrangement with solos add much variety and musical interest. A holiday programming must!.
This beloved American Christmas Spiritual, like all spirituals and/or folk songs, tells a story. This is a story of hope and meaning. The introductory solo call and response (mm. 1-7) is hymnic in nature, just to get us started. (Think of it as an effective head fake!) The entrance at m. 8 from the upper three voices (we'll call them the trio part henceforth) is pivotal. They set the stage for the conversation between the singers and the soloist for the rest of the song. From this point, the song is basically a Jazz Trio in vocal form. The bass singers take on the role of the cool dude in the back wearing dark glasses and a beret playing the string bass. They provide the driving force for the forward movement of the entire song. The trio part, basically tenors 1 & 2 and baritones, take on the role of the keyboard providing chordal structure and syncopation. Their job is to fill the listener's ear with sound and rhythm. The soloist tells the story using the known melody and text with appropriate improv opportunities to keep the listeners focused on the message of the song. There is enough repetition to make for easy learning, but this also means that the chords need to snap into position cleanly every time. The Verses are easily identified (there are three) and presented with some small variations in Verse 3 (see mm. 56-58...this only happens once). The Refrain (mm. 30-37) is the part of the song where the singers switch from the Jazz Trio role and actually become a Men's Choral Ensemble. This Refrain is repeated after Verse 3 at mm. 66-71. Between verses 2 & 3, there is not a refrain. Instead, there is a bridge repeated from the introductory material, but used this time to move us into a new key signature. This can be a very exciting moment for the singers as well as the listeners! Measures 72-75 is known in the business as a vamp. It can be repeated once and then move on, OR it can be repeated multiple times, depending on the comfort level of the soloist and the response of the audience. It is important that there be a clear signal from the conductor as to how to end the vamp and move effectively to the actual coda of the song. The ending should be sung with tight control that only looks like reckless abandon! Faces bright; words clean; melody clear; rhythms precise! Enjoy.
This beloved American Christmas Spiritual, like all spirituals and/or folk songs, tells a story. This is a story of hope and meaning. The introductory solo call and response (mm. 1-7) is hymnic in nature, just to get us started. (Think of it as an effective head fake!)The entrance at m. 8 from the upper three voices (we’ll call them the “trio part” henceforth) is pivotal. They set the stage for the conversation between the singers and the soloist for the rest of the song. From this point, the song is basically a Jazz Trio in vocal form. The bass singers take on the role of the cool dude in the back wearing dark glasses and a beret playing the string bass. They provide the driving force for the forward movement of the entire song.The “trio part”, basically tenors 1 & 2 and baritones, take on the role of the keyboard providing chordal structure and syncopation. Their job is to fill the listener’s ear with sound and rhythm.The soloist tells the story using the known melody and text with appropriate improv opportunities to keep the listeners focused on the message of the song.There is enough repetition to make for easy learning, but this also means that the chords need to “snap into position” cleanly every time. The Verses are easily identified (there are three) and presented with some small variations in Verse 3 (see mm. 56-58…this only happens once).The Refrain (mm. 30-37) is the part of the song where the singers switch from the “Jazz Trio” role and actually become a “Men’s Choral Ensemble”. This Refrain is repeated after Verse 3 at mm. 66-71. Between verses 2 & 3, there is not a refrain. Instead, there is a bridge repeated from the introductory material, but used this time to move us into a new key signature. This can be a very exciting moment for the singers as well as the listeners!Measures 72-75 is known in the business as a “vamp”. It can be repeated once and then move on, OR it can be repeated multiple times, depending on the comfort level of the soloist and the response of the audience.It is important that there be a clear signal from the conductor as to how to end the “vamp” and move effectively to the actual coda of the song. The ending should be sung with tight control that only looks like reckless abandon!Faces bright; words clean; melody clear; rhythms precise! Enjoy.

SKU: HL.226456

ISBN 9781495091629. UPC: 888680674793. 5.0x5.0x0.139 inches.

This thoughtful and needful work is a stellar collection of hymn classics appropriate for every time of year. Touching the heart with expressive harmonies and masterfully arranged for success, your choir will sound their very best as they explore this essential sacred repertoire. When used with the inspiring narration, this gathering of beloved hymns becomes a festival of song with a timeless message for both singers and listeners. An excellent choice for Thanksgiving, as well! Songs include: This Is My Father's World; Speak, O Lord, Your Servant Listens; The King of Love My Shepherd Is; My Faith Looks Up to Thee; Beautiful Savior; When Peace Like a River. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

SKU: HL.226460

ISBN 9781495091650. UPC: 888680674823. 6.75x10.5x0.214 inches.

This thoughtful and needful work is a stellar collection of hymn classics appropriate for every time of year. Touching the heart with expressive harmonies and masterfully arranged for success, your choir will sound their very best as they explore this essential sacred repertoire. When used with the inspiring narration, this gathering of beloved hymns becomes a festival of song with a timeless message for both singers and listeners. An excellent choice for Thanksgiving, as well! Songs include: This Is My Father's World; Speak, O Lord, Your Servant Listens; The King of Love My Shepherd Is; My Faith Looks Up to Thee; Beautiful Savior; When Peace Like a River. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, perc 1-2, hp, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.

SKU: AU.9781506486550

ISBN 9781506486550. 7 x 10.25 inches.

Two spirituals about the shepherds are paired in this exciting anthem by Anthony Giamanco, which begins with Rise Up, Shepherds, and Follow and segues into Go Tell It on the Mountain. Flexible and fun to sing, the anthem is scored for two parts in any voice combination and includes solo lines and the option to include the assembly.