Graduation and commencement choral music

From the Broadway show "Wicked," a take on "The Wizard of Oz" from the witches' point of view, this is a tender, expressive ballad with touching lyrics:"Like a comet pulled from orbit as it passes a sun.

"We will set our course on a shining star, speed along to ports afar, be the best of who we are, for hope will light our way." This inspiring message and energizing music celebrates the power within to

This powerful duet by Jennifer Warnes and Bill Medley was #1 in 1987 and won the Oscar the following year for the blockbuster film "Dirty Dancing." It remains one of the most often-performed ballads ever,

Carole King's classic hit from 1971, made famous by James Taylor, conveys a universal message of hope and reassurance. Featured in the Broadway musical "Beautiful," this is quite possibly the best and most

The lyrics of this 2014 Andy Grammer pop hit, "No matter where we go, we always find our way back home," evoke themes of both friendship and roots. The banjo-tinged verse explodes into a thrilling refrain

"If we all sing one song, one song of love, one song of peace, one song to make all our troubles cease..." This pop song from 1991 sings so beautifully for choir in this stirring, soulful arrangement, it is

From the movie "Furious 7," this beautiful acoustic (non-rap) version by Charlie Puth makes an emotional impact with heartfelt lyrics over the warm piano accompaniment. A fantastic feature for pop, jazz and

"If I can share my song with others, a sweet refrain... I shall not live in vain." Franklin has added her own original text to the familiar Emily Dickinson poem, making this expressive treble original a

This inspirational ballad from the 1965 hit Broadway show "The Man of La Mancha" deserves nothing but the best arrangement, and this is it! It is absolutely thrilling, a real tour de force for school or

This endearing song from the musical "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" will delight your audiences with its adorable lyric and sweet melody. With a tender and supportive piano accompaniment, Happiness will

A song about "transitions," this is an ideal piece for elementary/middle school graduations or "moving up" ceremonies. An easy pop-style ballad, this selection will help students in discovering how they

The powerful closer from the landmark musical "RENT," this selection is a perfect graduation anthem or concert finale, with full harmonies and an emotion-filled message.

Recorded by Josh Groban, this inspirational song has a timeless message that everyone can relate to. "It's up to us to be the change, and even though we all can still do more, there's so much to be thankful

The Pretenders' classic song from 1994 took on new meaning in the Glee episode that remembered Cory Monteith. Beyond that, the deep emotion of the lyrics will speak to a new generation as they make their

From Celine Dion's album Loved Me Back to Life comes this new ballad, perfect for a concert or graduation theme. Quickly learned, with an encouraging hook: "Cause we're all unfinished songs, waiting for the