SKU: GI.G-7392
UPC: 785147739203. English. Text Source: Psalm 91:1-2, NIV Scripture: Psalm 91:1–2.
The chant-like treatment of the Psalm verses, in addition to creating a simply lovely setting, can also be a great exercise in sensitively conveying the meaning of the words through proper textual stress—a skill that can be applied to less lyrical pieces in the choral repertoire. The voice parts are minimal in scope (each roughly an octave), but the fluctuating accidentals will require some attention for tuning.
SKU: GI.G-1714
SKU: GI.G-10211
UPC: 785147021117. English. Text Source: 1 John 4:8, John 3:16, alt. Scripture: 1 John 4:8, John 3:16.
SKU: AP.46562
UPC: 038081531373. English.
This lovely arrangement of a brief, but artfully crafted movement from one of Mozart's masterworks is highly recommended for intermediate singers. With only a short phrase in Latin to learn, plenty of opportunities exist for exploring melodic stress and dynamic contrast in the rehearsal setting. Lilting and lyrical.
About Alfred Choral Designs
The Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.
SKU: AP.48869
UPC: 038081561936. Lat.
Joyful syncopations propel us forward in this educational concert or contest selection. Contemporary yet logical sonorities come to life for developing choirs building their skills within limited vocal ranges. Notice how the marcato beginning and end contrast with a B section that is a touch more legato. Though sung entirely in Latin, there are only two sentences of text and a pronunciation guide is included. Perfectly crafted for intermediate groups, with the precisely vocal ranges you're seeking!
SKU: GI.G-8169
UPC: 785147816904. English. Text by Ian Callanan.
For cantor or soloist. .
SKU: GI.G-7513
UPC: 785147751304. English. Text Source: Psalm 121:1–2, 3–4, 5–6, 7–8, NAB, ref.: Lectionary for Mass
Your choir and congregation will enjoy the driving beat and syncopated rhythms of this setting of Psalm 121. The three-part mixed harmonies are especially fun to sing! .
SKU: GI.G-7517
UPC: 785147751700. English. Text Source: Based on Mark 8:34-38, adapt. PM and GD. Scripture: Mark 8:34–38.
Here is another remarkable piece from the pen of Liam Lawton and arranged by Gary Fry. The text explores the meaning of church-not a stone edifice, but the people of God. For cantor or soloist.
SKU: GI.G-7516
UPC: 785147751601. English. Text Source: Psalm 85:8, 9, 10, 11&ndash,12, 13&ndash,14, NAB, ref.: Lectionary for Mass Scripture: Psalm 85:8, 9, 10, 11–12, 13–14.
This simple, satisfying psalm setting will have many uses during your community’s worship. In addition to its place in the Liturgy of the Word, you might also use it for services that focus on social justice or healing.  For cantor or soloist.
SKU: GI.G-9392
UPC: 785147939207. English. Text Source: Based on Psalm 23. Text by John Quincy Adams. Scripture: Psalm 23.
Although best known as the sixth President of the United States, John Quincy Adams’ great desire was to write poetry, upon hearing his words set to music by one of his contemporaries, he exclaimed his delight “as the organ pealed and the choir of voices sung the praise of Almighty God from the soul of David, adapted to my native tongue by me.†This setting was written for SAB choir, however, it could be sung by an SSA ensemble as well. The tune is original, but Meyer has written in the style of the music that Adams might have heard in his day.
SKU: GI.G-6111
English. Text Source: Words inspired from Exodus, Isaiah, Ezekiel and Revelation. Text by Timothy Valentine. Scripture: (inspired from Exodus, Isaiah, Ezekiel, Revelation).
Inspired by several Old Testament texts, as well as Revelation, Timothy Valentine, SJ, has composed a song that will appeal to those who want a more contemporary feel to their worship. Parts for trumpets, trombone, and tenor sax are available separately. .
SKU: GI.G-10303
English, Spanish. Text Source: Al Valverde and Richard Valverde, tr. al ing. / Eng. tr. Peter M. Kolar; Translation: Peter M. Kolar.
SKU: GI.G-9188
UPC: 785147918806. English. Text Source: Text I: Michael Perry, 1942-1996, Text II: Delores Dufner, OSB. Text by Michael Perry.
The instrument parts are optional. The trombone I part is a substitue for horn in F.
SKU: GI.G-9624
UPC: 785147962403. English. Text Source: Psalm 139:1–2a and 3, 7–8, 9–10, 13–14b, 23–24, The Revised Grail Psalms, ref.: Ephrem Feeley. Scripture: Psalm 139:1–2a and 3, 7–8, 9–10, 13–14b, 23–24.
The clarinet in B-flat part is a substitute for viola.
SKU: GI.G-9638
UPC: 785147963806. English. Text Source: Based in part on John 3. Scripture: John 3:16.
SKU: GI.G-9664
UPC: 785147966401. English, Greek, Latin. Text Source: Revised Order of Mass 2010, Lectionary for Mass
Francis Patrick O’Brien has written a new mass setting that speaks to the sensible and real needs of parish settings. Engaging congregational melodies are enhanced by simple—but never simplistic— SAB choral parts, both of which are supported by a versatile keyboard part. The instrumental parts for flute and trumpet may be used separately or together. Two settings of the Glory to God are included: a through-composed setting and a refrain setting.
SKU: GI.G-10481
UPC: 785147048114. English. Text source: Psalm 100. Scripture: Psalm 100.
SKU: GI.G-10831
English. Text Source: Lectionary for Mass, ,Psalm 65:10, 11, 12&ndash,13, 14 (cf. Luke 8:8). Scripture: Luke 8:8, Psalm 65:10, 11, 12–13, 14.
SKU: GI.G-9093
UPC: 785147909309. English. Text by Paul A. Tate.
SKU: GI.G-7999
UPC: 785147799900. English. Text source: Negro Spiritual.
SKU: XC.HRMG2045
UPC: 785147100157. Latin. Text source: Traditional.
Beautiful modern harmonies create the backdrop for this elegantly simple a cappella work that is well within reach for most choirs. Straightforward rhythms and moments of release create a tapestry of sound that surrounds the solo chant line, which may be sung by a soloist, small group, or performed by a C instrument. Also available for SATB, SAB, 3pt, SA, and unsion voices with piano. This artistic setting is equally appropriate for litugical use or the concert stage. Â .
SKU: GI.G-008041
UPC: 641151080413. English. Text Source: Vss. Edwin Hatch, 1835&ndash,1889, alt., ref. Ed Bolduc. Text by Edwin Hatch.
SKU: GI.G-8282
UPC: 785147828204. English. Text source: Based on Song of Songs. Text by Michael Mahler. Scripture: Song of SongsÑmixed references.
An intriguing contemporary sound for this romantic text from Scripture—you may find yourself swaying and whistling along. The soloist should be comfortable with the syncopation in the verses, while the addition of the background vocals (three voices in close harmony plus a descant) really adds to the aura of the piece, especially in the assembly’s refrain.
SKU: GI.G-9687
UPC: 785147968702. English. Text by Stephen Starke. Scripture: Genesis 2:9, Genesis 3:1–7, 15, Revelation 22:2.
James Biery has created a setting of the WEXFORD CAROL set to Stephen Starke’s text based on the Fall in the garden as recounted in the Book of Genesis. The piece has multiple uses throughout the year, notably for Good Friday. For choirs that present a service of Lessons and Carols, this piece would be a welcome addition to the repertoire that follows the traditional first reading. The oboe part is optional.  Listen to the music and follow the score in this preview video.
SKU: GI.G-10841
English, Greek, Latin. Text Source: Revised Order of Mass 2010, Lectionary for Mass
From a simple, joyful Gospel Acclamation based on the tune LAMBILLOTTE (Alleluia, Song of the Spirit) comes this full Mass setting where all the sung portions are based on that tune. While featuring a driving, rhythmic piano part, there is also an alternate accompaniment with more intentional melodic support that is suitable for organ. Optional instrumental parts are intended for trumpet and flute but may be played by any combination of C or B-flat treble instruments. With the joyful exuberance of the tune at its core, this Mass setting is especially well-suited to Easter and Ordinary Time.
SKU: HL.49019428
ISBN 9790001190299. 7.5x11.0x0.008 inches. Latin.
A beautifully gentle sotto voce prayer for three-part choir.
SKU: GI.G-9622
UPC: 785147962205. English. Text Source: Psalm 138:1–3, 7c–8, alt. Scripture: Psalm 138:1–3, 7c–8.
This gentle piece is a paraphrase of Psalm 138, a psalm that unites us with the angels in praise of God’s goodness and greatness. The choral parts in verses 2 and 3 are optional, they work just as well with a single voice. There are many occasions, inside and outside of liturgical worship settings, when this piece would be appropriate.