Ad Astra (to the stars)

Jacob Narverud

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

CM9746 - $2.50

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Ad Astra is an impressive, yet accessible piece for developing or advanced choirs alike. With a pulsating and highly rhythmic piano accompaniment, Narverud's writing radiates energy. Filled with hope and empowerment, the text reads, "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move forward, leave all cares behind."  Also available for SATB Voices (CM9618), Three-Part Mixed Voices (CM9544) SSA Voices (CM9579), TBB Voices (CM9759) and Two-Part Mixed Voices (CM9757).

O Christmas Tree

Christmas Carol (arr. Jimmy Baas)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

CM9745 - $2.75

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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. Sure to be a favorite on any holiday concert!

How Sweet the Sound

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Congas, Shaker

CM9748 - $2.50

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Do not overlook Jones' upbeat, rhythmically charged original setting of the beloved hymn tune Amazing Grace. With optional percussion, it is well- suited for any SSA ensemble, and sure to be a favorite at any concert or festival performance! Also available for TTB Voices (BL1205) and SATB Voices (BL1290).

Spark of Light

Andrew Steffen

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

CM9747 - $2.75

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Steffan's writing crackles with energy and interest! The pulsating piano accompaniment enhances the interesting and varied vocal lines set to lyrics from a compelling text, sure to be a favorite at any concert or festival performance. Highly recommend! Also available for SAB Voices (CM9730) and TBB Voices (CM9751).

Wade in the Water

Traditional African-American Spiritual (arr. Kevin Phillip Johnson)

Carl Fischer Music

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

CM9749 - $2.50

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From Kevin Phillip Johnson's sizzling Soulful Singing Choral Series, his new arrangement is compelling, yet accessible for the burgeoning treble chorus. With several opportunities to showcase soloists, this fabulous arrangement is not to be overlooked!

The Road Not Taken

Z. Randall Stroope

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto 1, Alto 2, Piano, Cello

CM9750 - $2.75

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Z. Randall Stroope connects: through his teaching, his thoughtful compositions, and the poetry he chooses for his compositions. In his poem The Road Not Taken, Robert Frost connects to the core of the human spirit in just a few stanzas using the analogy of a fork in a road. Stroope employs both lush harmonies with simplistic melodic lines, all of which work beautifully to convey Frost's intent that there is an inner desire to feel empowered and to create one's own destiny by taking the road "less traveled by," and, in doing so, ultimately making a difference. For SSAA Voices, Piano, and Cello. Also available for SATB Voices (CM9714).

The Cold Winds Blow

Paul David Thomas

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9753 - $2.25

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For the burgeoning Tenor-Bass choir, The Cold Winds Blow is sure to be a great addition to any holiday or festival program. Unique, accessible,  and appropriate for small ensemble to large chorus, Thomas does not disappoint with his vocal writing and interesting piano accompaniment.

Dover Beach

Meredith Tompkins, Ashley Dame

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano (undefined)

CM9755 - $2.75

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Originally conceived for unchanged tenor voices, this TB voicing of Dover Beach contains rolling and weaving melodies within the framework of an undulating piano accompaniment. Energetic and musically charged, the driving melodic  passages will challenge performers to be their very best! Also available for TT Voices (BL1128) and SA Voices (BL1245).

Howdidow, deediddleumday

Leatherwing Bat

English Folk Song (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano (undefined)

CM9754 - $2.50

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A fantastic piece to teach vowels, diction, rhythms, and pitch precision, this English folk song, titled Leatherwing Bat, is fun to sing and impressive to perform. The nonsense syllables represent birds and bats chatting to one another in a rhythmic, witty fashion that your students will love to sing. Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1102), Three-Part Mixed Voices (CM9595), SSA Voices (CM9627) and SATB Voices (BL1153).  

Personent Hodie

(On This Day)

Anonymous Elizabethan (arr. Austin Hunt)

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano, Finger Cymbals (opt.), Hand Drum (opt.)

CM9756 - $2.75

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Hunt's vibrant, rhythmic setting of Personent Hodie expresses the tune in compound meter, resulting in a joyful energy for the singers. The optional hand drum and finger cymbals compliment the melody with an exciting, dance-like pulse, sure to be a hit with tenor-bass choirs.

A Wee Deoch An Doris

Harry lauder (arr. Michael Zook)

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass 1, Bass 2

CM9766 - $2.25

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A Wee Deoch An Doris is a Scottish drinking song that translates to mean “a small drink at the door.” With accessible Gaelic text and a lot of unison, this is sure to be a crowd pleaser and great fun for tenor-bass choirs of all sizes!

O Quam Gloriosum

Jacob Narverud

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass 1, Bass 2, Piano

CM9752 - $2.75

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Vibrant, bold, rhythmic and harmonically rich, Narverud's mixed meter accompanied Latin text setting  is powerful. For the burgeoning or advanced tenor-bass chorus, it is sure to make your choir gloriously shine  .....O how glorious is the kingdom in which all of the saints rejoice! Also available for SSA Voices (CM9632) and SATB Voices (CM9699).

Spark of Light

Andrew Steffen

Carl Fischer Music

Tenor, Bass 1, Bass 2, Piano

CM9751 - $2.75

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Steffan's writing crackles with energy and interest! The pulsating piano accompaniment enhances the interesting and varied vocal lines set to lyrics from a compelling text, sure to be a favorite at any concert or festival performance. Highly recommend! Also available for SAB Voices (CM9730) and SSA Voices (CM9747).

Ad Astra (to the stars)

Jacob Narverud

Carl Fischer Music

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

CM9757 - $2.50

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Ad Astra is an impressive, yet accessible piece for developing or advanced choirs alike. With a pulsating and highly rhythmic piano accompaniment, Narverud's writing radiates energy. Filled with hope and empowerment, the text reads, "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move forward, leave all cares behind." Also available for SATB Voices (CM9618), Three-Part Mixed Voices (CM9544), SSA Voices (CM9579), TBB Voices (CM9710) and SA Voices (CM9746).

Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella

Traditional French Carol (arr. Jimmy Baas)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano, Triangle (opt.), Glockenspiel (opt.), String Bass (opt.)

CM9758 - $2.50

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This exciting new arrangement of the holiday favorite Bring a Torch, Jeannette Isabella for SAB voices is very contemporary with rhythmic shifts throughout. While there is the option to perform with piano only, the optional triangle, bell, and string bass parts provide even more rhythmic fun, ensuring that this arrangement will give life to any holiday concert. Also available for SSA Voices (CM9478).

Go Now in Peace, My Friends

James Kevin Gray

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

CM9760 - $2.50

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Lyrical, lovely and appropriate for numerous occasions, Go Now in Peace, My Friends was written as a celebration of friendship and joy, reminding us of the gift of shared experiences, like singing in a choir. Also, when we part from these gathered experiences, we learn from each other and are forever blessed by them. Highly recommend!

I'll Tell My Ma

Irish Folk Song (arr. Jimmy Baas)

Carl Fischer Music

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

CM9759 - $3.00

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With or without the fiddle, this up-tempo, toe-tapping Irish folk- song arrangement is sure to be a favorite for mixed ensembles. While learning about the Belle of Belfast, ensembles can develop vocal color along with harmonic and rhythmic understanding. Sure to be a crowd-pleaser, I'll Tell My Ma is sure to be a great selection for any concert or festival program. Also available for SSA Voices (CM9431).

Can Love Be Found in a Manger?

Dale Peterson

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9761 - $2.50

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With an original text inspired by the four candles of the Advent Wreath representing hope, peace, joy, and love, Peterson's setting is both lovely and accessible.  For SATB choir and piano, it is sure to connect singers and their audiences emotionally to the most special season of the year!

Good King Wenceslas

Traditional Christmas Songs (arr. Russell Robinson)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9762 - $2.50

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Russ Robinson masterfully  weds a wonderful 19^th century tale with a beautiful melody from a 13^th century carol, now in a jazzy, swing-style 5/4 meter.  For SATB choirs of all abilities, sure to spice up any holiday performance.

I Saw Three Ships

Traditional English Carol (arr. Paul David Thomas)

Carl Fischer Music

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

CM9763 - $2.75

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Jolly and jaunty, rhythmic and fun, Thomas' newest SATB arrangement of I Saw Three Ships is highly energetic and sure to be a holiday favorite. Add the optional percussion and flute for an even more exciting performance for your mixed ensemble. Also available for TB Voices (BL1011), SA Voices (BL1106) and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1143).

Sing With Me

Richard Waters

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9765 - $2.25

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With a message of hope and unity which will resonate with those who sing or hear it, the simplicity of the beautiful harmonies couple well with Waters' powerful, meaningful text. Accessible for the Middle and High School level voices and appropriate for many concert settings.  

The Star-Spangled Banner

John Stafford Smith (arr. Reginal S Wright)

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass

CM9767 - $2.50

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Wright's arrangement of our National Anthem contains interesting harmonies, subtle suspensions and unexpected twists, making it a delightful experience for advanced mixed choirs and their audiences. Also available for SSAA Voices (CM9697).

That is Solemn, We Have Ended

Two Poems by Emily Dickinson

Meredith Tompkins

Carl Fischer Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

CM9764 - $2.75

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Tompkins' interpretation of  two Emily Dickinson texts centers on the multi-faceted meanings of each poem.  With haunting melodies, vivid text-painting, dynamic contrast, minimalist soundscapes, and melodic layering that gradually builds to intense and thought-provoking conclusions, this powerful piece is sure to capture the hearts of both singer and audience.

Dover Beach

Meredith Tompkins, Ashley Dame

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano (undefined)

BL1245 - $2.75

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Originally conceived for unchanged tenor voices, this new SA voicing of Dover Beach contains rolling and weaving melodies within the framework of an undulating piano accompaniment. Energetic and musically charged, the driving melodic  passages will challenge performers to be their very best! Also available for TT Voices (BL1128) and TB Voices (CM9755).

Exultate Justi

Dan Davison

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1239 - $2.25

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Inspired by the classical style of music writing, Dan Davison has done a masterful job with this SA original work, Exultate Justi. Emerging trebles will find this piece to be very accessible, exciting and joyful to sing, certain to enhance the programming for any concert or festival. Also available for SATB Voices (BL1031), SSA Voices (BL1057) and TBB Voices (CM9727).  

Deck the Halls on the Twelve Days of Christmas

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

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1247 - $2.25

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Courtney's clever "mash up" of two beloved holiday favorites is sure to bring that "it factor" to any holiday program  and not to be missed!  Also available for Tenor-Bass Voices (BL1268)  and Tenor-Bass Solo (BLB024 A Season to Celebrate Solo book).  

Hold On

Traditional Spiritual (arr. Dan Davison)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano, Percussion (opt.)

BL1241 - $2.50

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With tremendous rhythmic variety, vitality, and even counterpoint, Davison creates a frenetic energy in this beloved spiritual that comes out of the slave culture of the American south. Ranges are perfect for emerging treble choirs in the middle and developing high school levels. Add the optional brake drum for greater effect. A MUST SING! Also available for SATB Voices (BL1155), SSA Voices (BL1171), TB Voices (BL1265), and SAB opt Tenor Voices (BL1284).  

Jeunes Fillettes

French Folk Song (arr. Daniel Miner)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1237 - $2.25

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Miner's setting of this playful and flirtatious text is perfect for the developing SA choir. With many opportunities to explore phrasing, articulation, dynamics, and drama, Jeunes Fillettes is an all-around great teaching piece! Don't be afraid of the French as there is a pronunciation recording available to aid in learning. Highly recommend!

La Roza Enflorese

Los Bilbilikos

Traditional Sephardic Ladino (arr. Lynn Shaw Bailey)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1248 - $2.25

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La Roza Enflorese is a traditional Sephardic Ladino love song. Bailey's blending of words from the Judea-Spanish Ladino language with musical expressions of recognizably "Jewish" motifs results in a uniquely multi-cultural and creatively beautiful song.  A musical treat!  Also available for Treble Solo (BLB023 A Traveler's Heart).

The True Lover's Farewell

Dan Davison

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1243 - $2.25

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Davison incorporates the famous text, “Fare Thee Well, My Love”, (also known as “The Turtle Dove”), but with an entirely new melody.  The energetic 6/8 time, use of open fifths, and the Dorian mode give this song an Irish feel, which will appeal to many audiences and choristers.  Also available for TB Voices (BL1267) and SAB/opt Tenor Voices (BL1285).

Two Teasdale Settings for SA Choir

1. Leaves 2. There Will Come Soft Rains

Noah Reese

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1242 - $2.50

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Reese's two settings, with lyrics by Sara Teasdale,  are written to be accessible for a beginning SA choir and have the option of being performed with or without piano. Large portions of both pieces are unison to help choirs settle into the performance before dividing into parts. A must-sing!!

Whatever is True

Michael John Trotta

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Piano

BL1238 - $2.75

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Conceived as a work for emerging choirs looking for a positive message along with opportunities to develop musical skills within appropriate ranges, Whatever is True has close harmonies, optional a cappella sections, rhythmic vigor and offers many options for the growing choral ensemble. This work is a favorite with choirs and audiences a like. Also available for Three-Part Mixed Voices (CM9567).

The Ash Grove, My Home

Welsh Folk Song (arr. Becki Slagle Mayo)

BriLee Music

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

BL1244 - $2.25

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One of the most enduring melodies in the folk song genre, the beautiful lines of this Welsh folksong are coupled with a lyrical piano and optional flute accompaniment in this setting for two-part treble ensembles. An excellent work for developing tone and legato singing.

Caroling Through the Snow

James Pierpont (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

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

BL1246 - $2.25

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Courtney combines three of the most beloved and well-known carols in this fabulous arrangement, sure to be a hit at any holiday concert.  After all, who doesn't love to hear Jingle Bells, Here We Come A-caroling and We Wish You a Merry Christmas? Also available for Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1276) and Tenor-Bass Solo Voices (BLB024 A Season to Celebrate).

Cluck Ol' Hen

Appalachian Song (arr. Greg Gilpin)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Piano

BL1250 - $2.25

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Gilpin's setting of an Appalachian fiddle tune from the mid-1800s is quite comical as it creates the story of someone chasing down their aging hen, trying to get it to lay eggs. By the end, the owner is threatening to give the hen away. Highly recommended for the rhythmic engagement. "Clucking"  fun to sing! Also available for Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL1275).  

On This Winter's Day

Glenda Franklin

BriLee Music

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

BL1240 - $2.25

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Whether you live where there is snow or must simply dream about it, Franklin's beautiful lyrics and melody transform the singer to a snowy landscape in this lovely Two-Part Treble setting, appropriate for any holiday setting. Not to be missed!

We Can Beat the Storm

Meredith Tompkins

BriLee Music

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

BL1251 - $2.25

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Intended as a blue-print for choral creativity, We Can Beat the Storm combines the declamatory words of Louise Phillips' poem against a backdrop of direct, American folk song-like vocal delivery.  With riveting potential, do not overlook this original piece, accessible for any sized treble choir!!

The Winter Owl

Paul David Thomas

BriLee Music

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

BL1249 - $2.25

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Thomas' compelling setting of  The Winter Owl, adapted from  a play by William Shakespeare, vividly describes the winter season and how both humankind and animals deal with the frigid temperatures and chilling wind. All the while, a solitary owl hoots merrily in the distance. Great for holiday or concert/festival season! Also available for TB Voices (BL1134).

Funiculi-Funicula

Luigi Denza (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1255 - $2.50

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Written in 1880 to celebrate the opening of the first funicular railway on Mount Vesuvius, this delightful Italian song describes a couple traveling up the mountainside and the thrill of the their journey. Great fun for burgeoning treble choirs to sing! Also available for Treble Solo Voice (BLB023).

Hope

Noah Reese

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1253 - $2.25

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Reese's melodic story telling coupled with this beloved, powerful text by Emily Dickinson equals beautiful choral possibilities for the burgeoning treble choir. From unisons to two-part to SSA harmonies, treble choirs of all abilities are sure to shine when they perform this piece! Hope is the thing with feathers .....

If I Can Stop One Heart from Breaking

Jennifer Salyer

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto

BL1254 - $2.25

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This lovely SSA setting of the beloved Emily Dickinson text is an excellent piece to develop phrase shaping, enhanced expressive singing through intentional syllabic stress as well as movement through the accelerandos.  Doing so allows this music to mimic human life, giving it lungs that breathe and a heart that beats ....a life not lived in vain!

Johnny has Gone for a Soldier

Anonymous (arr. Paul David Thomas)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1252 - $2.25

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Thomas' setting of this familiar text to a newly composed tune is for burgeoning SSA choirs. Johnny has Gone for a Soldier is sure to engage and enhance skills during the musical-learning journey and have a positive performance impact!

"Love" Song

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

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

BL1258 - $2.50

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Jones' setting, accessible for mid-level SSA treble choirs, employs tongue-in-cheek humor to accompany the playful accompaniment and vocal lines. Simply fun to sing, it is made even more lively by the optional violin. Sure to be a  crowd-pleasing addition to any concert or festival!

Mixolydian Gloria

Remel Derrick

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1256 - $2.25

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Using the mixolydian scale rather than a conventional major scale, Remel Derrick's rhythmically charged SSA setting of the Gloria text is written for the developing treble choir and expands into three parts. With the option to sing with or without piano, your choir will enjoy learning and performing this fun, cool, and accessible piece! Also available for TBB Voices (BL1214).

Rise Up, Shepherd and Follow

Traditional Spiritual (arr. Greg Gilpin)

BriLee Music

Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Piano

BL1257 - $2.25

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Gilpin's original holiday song, based on a well-known text, is full of syncopated rhythms, interesting and accessible harmonies, and is supported by a pulsating piano accompaniment. Treble choirs will sound fantastic at holiday time and will find this song fun to learn and perform. Also available for SATB Voices (BL882), Three-Part Mixed Optional Baritone Voices (BL1090) and TTB Voices (BL1077).  

Jing Jing Jingle Bells

James Pierpont (arr. Daniel Miner)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Piano

BL1272 - $2.50

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This clever, energetic setting of Jingle Bells has interesting repetitive patterns and a rhythmic ostinato which will prove to be a fun journey for the emerging mixed choir. A holiday programming MUST! Also available for TB Voices (BL1137) and SA Voices (BL1192).

Four and Twenty Blackbirds

(Sing a Song of Christmas)

Traditional (arr. Steve Kupferschmid)

BriLee Music

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

BL1274 - $2.50

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English rhyme meets French folk tune in this delightful holiday choral for young choirs. Pairing the well-known Sing a Song of Sixpence lyrics with Au Clair de la Lune and some fa la la la's makes for a novel holiday concert pleaser that's loads of fun! Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1162).

Caroling Through the Snow

James Pierpont (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

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

BL1276 - $2.25

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Courtney combines three of the most beloved and well-known carols in this fabulous arrangement, sure to be a hit at any holiday concert.  After all, who doesn't love to hear Jingle Bells, Here We Come A-caroling and We Wish You a Merry Christmas? Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1246) and Tenor-Bass Solo Voices (BLB024 A Season to Celebrate).

Dawn

Jacob Narverud

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano

BL1277 - $2.25

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In this addition to the BriLee catalog, Narverud shares his gift of melody in this heartfelt original setting appropriate for the burgeoning mixed ensemble of all sizes and abilities. Songs of love sing on! 

Cluck Ol' Hen

Appalachian Song (arr. Greg Gilpin)

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano

BL1275 - $2.50

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Gilpin's setting of an Appalachian fiddle tune from the mid-1800's is quite comical as it creates the story of someone chasing down their aging hen, trying to get it to lay eggs. By the end, the owner is threatening to give the hen away. Rhythmically engaging and great fun to sing, it is "clucking" fun! Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1250).

Lacrimosa Menuet

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Voice 1, Voice 2, Voice 3, Piano

BL1278 - $2.25

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Though this adaptation of J.S. Bach's Suite No. 3 in B minor using Latin text is brief — only 36 measures long — it showcases mixed choirs beautifully. Your mixed ensemble will sound sophisticated and elegant when performing this at any concert or festival. Also available for TB Voices (BL912), SA Voices (BL997) and SATB Voices (BL1232).

Gloria and Alleluia

Ruth Elaine Schram

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass

BL1281 - $2.25

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A wonderful a cappella set, Gloria and Alleluia are two contrasting pieces in which each offers their own unique sound from up-tempo and rhythmic to legato. A cappella singing is definitely its own reward. Also available for Two-Part Treble (BL158).

Hold On

Traditional Spiritual (arr. Dan Davison)

BriLee Music

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

BL1284 - $2.75

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Written for SAB/opt Tenor, with tremendous rhythmic variety, vitality, and even counterpoint, Davison creates a frenetic energy in this beloved spiritual that comes out of the slave culture of the American south. Ranges are perfect for emerging choirs at any level,  it is A MUST SING! Also available for SATB Voices (BL1155), SSA Voices (BL1171), SA Voices (BL1241) and TB Voices (BL1265).

The Long Road Home

Glenda Franklin

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

BL1279 - $2.25

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Franklin's song of yearning for home is compelling, accessible and full of textural variety for the burgeoning SAB ensemble. Not to be overlooked!

A Medieval Fa La La

Reginal S Wright

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Hand Drum, Handbells (opt.) (Piano (opt.), Vibraphone (opt.))

BL1283 - $2.50

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Medieval style marries Deck the Hall in this well-crafted arrangement full of fa-la-la fun and perfect for emerging SAB choirs of all ages. Choose handbells, vibraphone or piano along with the percussion for a delightful and novel opening or processional for your next holiday concert. A must sing! Also available for SA Voices (BL1098) and TB Voices (BL1175).

Now is the Time to Dream

Greg Gilpin

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

BL1282 - $2.50

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Gilpin's dreamy setting for SAB voices affords opportunities for tone development and text stress within a harmonically charged, yet accessible piece. Close your eyes....now is the time to dream. Also available for SSA Voices (BL1127).

Sanctus! Sanctus!

Christopher Wolff

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Piano

BL1280 - $2.50

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Sanctus! Sanctus! is a dynamic and energetic piece ideal for SAB choirs of varying levels and abilities. Written in a standard ABA style and with comfortable ranges in each voice part, this song is a great teaching tool for your choir in that it emphasizes syllabic/word stress and singing in thirds. Appropriate for any concert throughout the year. Also available for TTB Voices (BL1131) and SATB Voices (BL1288).

The True Lover's Farewell

Dan Davison

BriLee Music

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

BL1285 - $2.50

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This edition is actually written in a voicing that is very uncommon:  SA(T)B (Two-Part) where the tenors (optional) sing in octaves with the sopranos and the basses sing in octaves with the altos for the entire song.   Essentially, the song has a “high part” and a “low part.” making it possible to be performed by any size choir, even those  with limited basses and tenors, with highly suitable ranges for all.  Also available for SA Voices (BL1243) and TB Voices (BL1267).

God Rest You Merry Gentlemen

Traditional (arr. Noah Reese, Debbie Siebert)

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2 (opt.), Piano

BL1260 - $2.50

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With an interesting and unique piano accompaniment which contains hints of the well-known holiday song Mary Did  You Know?, this arrangement for developing Tenor-Bass ensembles affords both unison and two-part singing opportunities. Strophic, yet interesting, it is sure to be a hit at any holiday performance.

Reflections of Young and Old for Emerging Tenor/Bass Choir

1.The Night is Dark and Loud 2. Courage

Noah Reese

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Piano

BL1261 - $2.75

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Reese's two contrasting settings for the emerging Tenor-Bass choir introduce foundational concepts to the beginning singer. Whether performed unison or two-part (TT), one song is in a major key and one in a minor, there are opportunities for musical growth through altered tones, and accessible polyphonic entrances. With both 3/4 and 4/4 meters,  this is a must-have set for your emerging Tenor-Bass ensemble.

Up on the Housetop

Benjamin Hanby (arr. Vicki Tucker Courtney)

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Piano

BL1259 - $2.50

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Written in 1864, Up on the Housetop is known as the second oldest secular Christmas song, with Jingle Bells being the first. It is also the first Yuletide song to focus primarily on Santa Claus. This popular Christmas  song, now arranged for developing Tenor-Bass voices, has been sung and recorded many times over the years and is often heard on radio and television.  Also available for Tenor-Bass Solo (BLB024 A Season to Celebrate Solo Book).

She Sings

Glenda Franklin

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1264 - $2.50

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Using imagery to describe new beginnings as the earth slowly comes to life, Franklin's piece is perfect for the burgeoning Tenor-Bass choir looking for a song they can sing with great emotion and feeling.  Not to be overlooked!

The Brook

(Chatter, Chatter)

Paul David Thomas

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1263 - $2.50

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The Brook is like a stream: moving, chattering along, captured by the perpetual motion in the piano part and the use of the asymmetric meter of 7/8 that creates a constant sense of forward momentum. Great fun to sing and count, The Brook includes text from a poem by Alfred Lord Tennyson. It is a programming must for TB ensembles of all sizes. Also available for SA Voices (BL1045).

The True Lover's Farewell

Dan Davison

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1267 - $2.25

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Davison incorporates the famous text, “Fare Thee Well, My Love”, (also known as “The Turtle Dove”), but with an entirely new melody.  The energetic 6/8 time, use of open fifths, and the Dorian mode give this song an Irish feel, which will appeal to many audiences and choristers.  Also available for SA Voices (BL1243) and SAB/opt Tenor Voices (BL1285).

Deck the Halls on the Twelve Days of Christmas

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

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1268 - $2.25

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Courtney's clever "mash up" of two beloved holiday favorites is sure to bring that "it factor" to any holiday program. Not to be missed!  Also available for Two-Part Treble Voices (BL1247)  and Tenor-Bass Solo (BLB024 A Season to Celebrate Solo book).

Beyond Light

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1269 - $2.25

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Originally conceived as a solo song, this compelling arrangement of Beyond Light for TB voices and featuring an Eastern melodic scale is sure to resonate with tenor-bass singers of all ages and abilities. Also available for SA Voices (BL1194) and Treble Solo (BLB023 A Traveler's Heart).

Hold On

Traditional Spiritual (arr. Dan Davison)

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano, Percussion (opt.)

BL1265 - $2.50

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With tremendous rhythmic variety, vitality, and even counterpoint, Davison creates a frenetic energy in this beloved spiritual that comes out of the slave culture of the American south. Ranges are perfect for emerging tenor-bass choirs in the middle and developing high school levels. Add the optional brake drum for greater effect. A MUST SING! Also available for SATB Voices (BL1155), SSA Voices (BL1171), SA Voices (BL1241) and SAB (Opt Tenor) Voices (BL1284).

Black Riders Came from the Sea

Dum Digga-Digga Dum

Paul David Thomas

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1266 - $3.00

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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. Perfect for the developing Tenor-Bass choir or small ensemble. Who doesn't like to sing "dum digga digga dum"?

Antiphonal Kyrie

Susan Thrift

BriLee Music

Tenor, Bass

BL1262 - $1.75

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Susan Thrift's top-selling 2-part Antiphonal Kyrie is now available for TB ensembles. This a cappella, range-appropriate choral features antiphonal call and response between voices. A fantastic teaching piece, it is appropriate for concert and festival use throughout the year. Also available for Two-Part Treble voices (BL654) and Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL782).

Music, Lead the Way!

Laura Farnell

BriLee Music

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

BL1291 - $2.50

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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 others like him, 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) and SATB Voices (CM9794).

The Noble Duke of York

Mark Burrows

BriLee Music

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

BL1270 - $2.75

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Fun is the key to this arrangement which reimagines the whole scene of the Duke of York tediously marching his ten thousand men up and down the hill. What if those men had other plans? What if they had dreams of their own? What if they didn’t want to march up and down that hill anymore?! Find out the answers to these questions when you learn this great song, ideal for T(T)B ensembles both large and small.

Ubi Caritas

Greg Gilpin

BriLee Music

Tenor 1, Tenor 2, Bass, Piano

BL1271 - $2.25

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Gilpin's vocal lines weave exquisitely in this simplistically beautiful song about love. Well-crafted in form, opportunities for teaching and learning musical skills abound in this song sure to touch the hearts of singers of varying ages and abilities. Also available for Three-Part Mixed Voices (BL631). SSA Voices (BL703), Two-Part Treble Voices (BL794), and SATB Voices (BL1094).

Campana sobre campana

Cancion de Navidad

Spanish Carol (arr. Jimmy Baas)

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano, Flute (opt.), Glockenspiel (opt.), Chimes (opt.), Handbells (opt.), Tambourine (opt.)

BL1287 - $2.50

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Translated as bell after bell, this Spanish Christmas Carol celebrates the season with the following optional instrumental parts: Flute, Glockenspiel, Chimes, and Tambourine included to enhance the overall festive mood of the season.  The translation of the chorus is Bethlehem, bells of Bethlehem that the angels ring, What news do you bring me?  Do not overlook for your holiday concert!

Gonna Sing All Over Heaven

Greg Gilpin

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1289 - $2.50

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Gilpin has done it again with an original text and music for SATB choir set in gospel-style.   With an accessible piano accompaniment that supports the vocals but allows for musical ad lib., there are opportunities for solos with back-up vocals as well, creating a layered and dynamic performance opportunity.  You do NOT want to miss this one!

How Sweet the Sound

Christi Jones

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Congas, Shaker

BL1290 - $2.50

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Jones' upbeat, rhythmically charged original setting of the beloved hymn tune Amazing Grace is fabulous!  With optional percussion, it is well- suited for any SATB ensemble, sure to be a favorite at any concert or festival performance, and it's just fun to sing! Also available for TTB Voices (BL1205) and SSA Voices (CM9748).

A Road Song

Mark A Henry

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1286 - $2.50

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Henry's text tells of a person on a difficult journey and the nature that surrounds them, encouraging the traveler to push on through difficult struggles in order to reach their destination. With contemplative verses which present opportunities for different duet pairings between the voices, this is the perfect developing mixed choir piece, sure to inspire and transform the choir while on their own musical journey!

Sanctus! Sanctus!

Christopher Wolff

BriLee Music

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, Piano

BL1288 - $2.50

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Sanctus! Sanctus! is a dynamic and energetic piece ideal for mixed choirs of varying levels and abilities. Written in a standard ABA style and with comfortable ranges in each voice part, this song is a great teaching tool for your choir in that it emphasizes syllabic word stress and singing in thirds. Appropriate for any concert throughout the year. Also available for TTB Voices (BL1131) and SAB Voices (BL1280).