Audio Files for Middle School Choral Ensembles

Shakespeare's beautiful love poem is set brilliantly for choral singing that is full of emotion and dynamic interest in its interpretation of the text. The vocal ranges, well-written harmonies, and

Charged with gospel-style excitement, this traditional spiritual comes alive with energy and style. A powerful chorus, hand claps, a stacked vocal section and a key change build to a big ending that is sure

This upbeat spiritual is sure to make your singers and audience smile. The arrangement is accessible for two-part choirs, while syncopation, bluesy vocal riffs, staccato articulations, and melodic variation

Adapted from a Bach cantata, this joyful work will allow younger ensembles the opportunity to experience Baroque music and develop important performance techniques for tone, style and expression. A superb

In this celebration of America, an original tune is paired with the traditional My Country, 'Tis of Thee set in 4/4 for a fresh approach that highlights the

This is an ideal opener for your holiday or Christmas concert! This easy-to-learn piece will set your young choir up for success. A festival-style accompaniment combines with the familiar tune to create a

A wonderful choice to expose younger choirs to elements of vocal jazz style in this swingin' tune by Louis Prima. With a careful approach to voice leading, range, jazz rhythms and even notated simple scat

"Way up yonder above the moon, a bluebird sits in a silver spoon. Kitty alone and I..." This Irish nonsense song is a whirling, twirling kaleidoscope of sound - an excellent showcase for young treble

Featured in the Disney Channel series "The Lion Guard," this uptempo number is filled with amazing energy and spirit. The exciting text includes both English and easily learned Swahili lyrics, with a

A pop ballad feel enhances the lyrics about the importance of friendship in this moving selection. Appropriate for graduations, end-of-year concerts, and tributes, this piece speaks of love and gratitude.

With a sunny, uplifting message, American Authors' 2014 indie folk hit will put a smile on anyone's face. Giving younger choirs an introduction to melismatic articulation passages, percussive diction and

From the hit Disney Channel movie comes this dynamic song of friendship made popular by Sofia Carson and Dove Cameron, expertly arranged for developing choirs. "So we're different, whatever. Everyone can

Developing treble or tenor/bass choirs will love to perform this nostalgic holiday standard from an earlier era! With a gentle country feel throughout, and solo opportunities for your singers, this

Irving Berlin's quintessential song is a classic of swing style, and this straightforward, singable arrangement brings Berlin's standard to vocal jazz and show choirs of any level. The swing groove is

This chart-topping song by Sara Bareilles and Jack Antonoff remains a favorite with young choirs. Presented here in a wonderful developmental arrangement that preserves the feel of the original but offers

Master composer and educator Audrey Snyder knows the importance of hope in the lives of young people. In this original song, she presents a positive text in a setting that is easy to learn and memorable.

This pop hit from Colbie Caillat is bright, sweet, and upbeat, with a catchy guitar groove, percussive handclaps, and lyrics that reflect all the topsy-turvy emotions of falling in love: "Oh, this is how it

This setting of a traditional Ghana folk song tells of using a tropical gourd, called a calabash, as a bowl for porridge. The a cappella vocals begin simply and build harmonically throughout. Rhythm parts

With lyrics by the great Maurice Sendak and music by the great Carole King, this piece is a winner for your young and developing singers. With references to each month, this is a fun selection for any time

True to the original recorded version by Darlene Love, this arrangement of one of the most popular rock and roll Christmas songs will be a powerhouse addition to your holiday concert. With a solo