With this music (created for my children's choir) I wished to create by simple means a visualization of the arrival of the Archangel Gabriel. Here one may hear the sound of the angel wings (fly fly fly).
"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
This traditional South African song is used to accompany a children's stick passing game. This lively arrangement, which includes entertaining choreography using rhythm sticks, will make an exciting
Well written books can transport young readers, introduce great characters and expose the reader to new and wonderful feelings. This composition, through its whimsical and descriptive journey, hopes to
Like an ever-moving brook, chattering along, captured by the perpetual motion of the piano part, the use of the asymmetrical meter creates a constant sense of forward momentum in this delightful piece.
This well-written arrangement is a wonderful festival piece for middle school choirs. A nice introduction to singing in Latin, the easy-to-teach piece includes a pronunciation guide and translation for the
"I have a garden in the hills, I go there ev'ry day; And sitting 'neath my fav'rite tree, I can pass all care away." This simply set original song has a lovely lilting melody that begins in unison before
Opening expressively with a solo, this spiritual favorite moves forward into a brisk tempo that will showcase developing SSA choirs with style! Well-written vocal parts and a supportive accompaniment make
In the midst of pain, of war, of brokenness... we choose love. We choose community. What better way to share this message than through powerful song... and that's exactly what you'll find here. This
"I will arise... and go now to Innisfree...for always night and day I hear water lapping with low sounds by the shore." The classic imagery of William Butler Yeats is set in a lovely, lyrical style with
This work abounds with spirit, embracing the force of nature portrayed in the Anne Bronte poem. The buoyant piano accompaniment sets the mood, while the gently rocking choral parts give lilt and sway. This
This hauntingly beautiful original piece captures the essence of the nightingale's song. The tender text is set with a delicately spun melody and flowing piano accompaniment in a gorgeous harmonic structure
Ruth Elaine Schram's wonderfully creative arrangement exudes a wistful, fresh take on this Scottish folk song favorite and features the Robert Louis Stevenson text. The violin part provides a welcome
This English folk tune tells a story from the Victorian era of a girl who sewed and was delighted to receive a "paper of pins" from her suitor along with a host of other gifts, though all she wished for was
Infuse your concert program with music of the world with this vibrant rhythmic setting of a Brazilian playground song for treble choirs. The lyrics in Portuguese are easily learned and playful, translating
Written for SSA with percussion accompaniment, this piece is a traditional song and dance from the Torres Strait Islands. Dance movements are notated in the score.
A traditional Thai folk song is beautifully arranged for developing treble or mixed choirs. Gentle melodies are interwoven into a lyrical canon-like texture that is expressive and compelling. Written with a
This artful setting of the Sara Teasdale poem is a stunning choice for concert or festival. A lyrical, flowing accompaniment supports the graceful, beautiful choral sonorities, with the floating soprano