2020 Midyear Choral Editors' Choice Sheet Music

Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and voices with independent vocal lines, this work simply radiates energy with a message of hope and empowerment: "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move

A beautiful a cappella rendition of this beloved hymn, as presented by Brigham Young University's stellar a cappella group BYU Vocal Point. Smooth background harmonies for divisi tenor-bass chorus lay the

Through the single word "alleluia," this piece is excellent for groups looking to explore closer cluster harmonies, unification of vowels, and musical phrasing. Moderate vocal ranges and an optional descant

With over 50 million views on YouTube, Brigham Young University's treble a cappella group BYU Noteworthy has made this arrangement of the classic hymn with the modern twist an instant classic. Sing their

In this fast and energetic piece, Quartel sets her own text celebrating the joy of singing. The melody weaves in and out of the texture, supported by dynamic vocal accompaniment and rhythmically driven by

A wonderfully fresh Irish lilt highlights this arrangement of the traditional folk hymn made popular by Brigham Young's a cappella group, BYU Noteworthy. Optional improvised vocal percussion and a violin

Following on the heels of his wildly popular Sisi Ni Moja, Jacob Narverud returns with another show-stopping piece in a similar style. With influences from world music and an upbeat rhythmic style,

Harriet Monroe's stunning poem about an evening in the Blue Ridge Mountains is set with crystal-clear melodies, fervent harmonies, and a smooth piano accompaniment that match the grandeur of the scenery.

"When it cuts deep down through your chest into your soul, that's how I know. I feel it in my bones." This feel-good dance song from Galantis featuring OneRepublic is fun to sing and easy to perform for

This work is an energetic reimagining of timeless text and tune from the 12th-century poet, composer, and philosopher Hildegard of Bingen. The marriage of the Caritas Abunda chant with a text taken

With renewed interest from the 2019 live-action remake of "The Lion King," one of the most iconic film songs ever is presented here in a pristine a cappella setting with notated percussion parts added.

Perhaps the most beautiful of all Irish folk songs, this stunning Danny Boy concert setting is the exact arrangement made famous on YouTube by Brigham Young's a cappella group BYU Vocal Point.

A cheerful and inspiring song with happy vibes, positive thinking, and a hopeful attitude that is great for graduation and moving-up ceremonies or general concert performances. A bouncy groove, singable

A winsome poem is set to the well-known Welsh tune CYMRAEG with lyrical piano accompaniment. Challenging listeners to find their place in the world, this song of the journey is enriched by warm harmonies

This fun, playful, folk song tells the story of a family of sly foxes. Written for treble voices of all ages, this energetic, engaging, and playful arrangement, complete with instrumental section with body

This is a thrilling piece setting a text by Jennifer Thorp. The composer uses body percussion, repeating themes, and strong rhythms to capture the characteristics of a river, creating a fun and dynamic

This dance megahit from Marshmello and Bastille is packed with vocal harmony and a happy groove that is a sure-fire highlight for your next set list. Feature your tenors and basses with the TTB version or

The healing power of time is beautifully represented in this tender piece for unaccompanied chorus. Narverud's gentle repetitions of the words "healing heart" and cluster chord ostinatos show us how, with

Here's a rollicking sea chantey from Newfoundland that your choir will love! Body percussion for handclaps and foot stomps is notated, and percussion for bucket drums and a fiddle part really add to the

Poet Zoe Atkins likens her uncertainty to the wavering winds and shifting shadows and contrasts it with the unchanging stars and secure land. This text is mirrored musically with an opening section of a

As if he never left the 1970s, Elton John geared up to write an immensely catchy new track to accompany 2019's biopic "Rocketman," sharing vocals with his silver screen double Taron Egerton. With a happy

Children's and youth choirs will have a ton of fun with this reimagination of He's Got the Whole World in His Hands. Featuring updated and inclusive language along with a funky rhythmic

With over one million copies sold, this is a true classic, available SSA and many other voicings.  

The river flows steady and calm in this beautiful arrangement of the traditional spiritual edited by Dan Forrest. It is impossible to ignore the underlying intensity which rises and falls as peace, love and