Unison & Two-Part Selections

From Vivaldi's opera "Il Giustino," this solo aria-turned-choral arrangement is a great way to introduce choirs to the Baroque style. Lively melismas, stylistically appropriate ornamentation, easy Italian

This stately and elegant setting of Purcell's masterwork from Birthday Ode for Queen Mary is adapted specifically for developing choirs. With vocal ranges that work well for young singers, the

One of the most effective ways of introducing part-singing to an ensemble is through the canon. In this concertized Haydn work, all voices sing the melody in unison at the beginning, then split into a

From Handel's first English masterwork, "Acis and Galatea," this lively chorus offers singers valuable experience in working with and performing Baroque melismas. The music is cheerful and colorful,

The oratorio Rinaldo is set in 1099 during the Crusades. In this piece, the two lovers Rinaldo and Almirena declare their mutual adoration among singing birds and beautiful gardens. Great teaching

This classic Baroque duet is always a popular choice for young singers. In this beautifully realized edition, the key has been lowered to D major, and Baroque-inspired ornaments have been added to the

Purcell's original was for solo soprano and figured bass, while this new choral adaptation offers a counter melody in the second verse along with a stylistic piano accompaniment. Ample unison singing allows

Vocalise by Rachmaninoff is famous for its beautiful, wandering melody over a luscious chamaeleon-like harmonic foundation. Like a river, it flows effortlessly through an evolving terrain and

A delicate Lied sensitively set for two-part or three-part voices. The piano accompaniment is especially beautiful and appropriate for this masterwork from the Romantic era. Teaching opportunities abound to

Bach's classic work is arranged in multiple voicings to be accessible to choirs of all ages. This edition includes both a secular and sacred English text as well as the option for piano or organ