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This is the perfect holiday piece to teach unison and independent two-part singing. The clever acronym using the letters CHRISTMAS, originally written as a benediction for chapel, can easily cross over into your school holiday concert/program. Singers and audience are sure to be in the holiday spirit after hearing “C” is for Christmas. Duration: 2:03
Glory, Glory, Halleluia! Traditional Spiritual, arranged by Catherine DeLanoy
Two-Part with optional descant, accompanied
This ever-popular spiritual is sure to be a winner with singers and listeners alike. The opening features a soloist or small ensemble and unfolds to the first chorus. At that point, the piano accompaniment gains momentum, propelling the singer into melodic variations, an optional descant and hand claps. Choirs of all levels will enjoy learning and performing this song. Also available 3-part mixed with optional baritone. Duration: 3:44
Glenda Franklin is a master of descriptors in this song of faith. For two-part voices, the counter-melodies in this hopeful choral are as beautiful as the melody, both eloquently supported by a lyric accompaniment. Appropriate for any concert venue, you won’t want to overlook this lovely song. Duration: 2:44
Keep Your Lamps Trimmed and Burning African-American Spiritual, arranged by Glenda E. Franklin
Two-Part accompanied
This well-known African-American spiritual contains level-appropriate melodies which provide effective tools for teaching independent part-singing and musical line to choir members of all abilities. The soulful accompaniment will further enhance your performance. Duration: 2:10
The text of this rhythmically exciting two-part work celebrates the power and timelessness of music. Composer Laura Farnell incorporates the well-known text Music Alone Shall Live with her own infectious lyrics in this accessible duet about the strength of music. Appropriate for any concert. Duration: 3:44
The melody of this tender prayer of peace is beautifully lyrical with simple phrases that create a tranquil, peaceful feeling. Appropriate as a concert closer or benediction, this unison, optional two-part song with accessible accompaniment is sure to touch your audience. Duration: 2:22
Rockwood River Mark Cabaniss, arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram
Unison, Optional Two-Part, accompanied, with optional fiddle and string bass
Pure fun abounds in this unison/optional two-part accompanied folk song by Mark Cabaniss, arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram. Your choir will enjoy singing about the folks from Rockwood River, where life is easy and the pace is slow. The optional fiddle and string bass parts, enhanced with intermittent clapping, add a realistic musical depiction of a Huck Finn / Tom Sawyer adventure. Also available in three-part mixed. Duration: 2:17
This lilting and elegant two-part arrangement with optional descant, while simplistic in nature, affords many musical teaching opportunities. Set in a meter of three, there are accessible syncopations and harmonies afforded young singers in this choral set to a poem parodied by Lewis Carroll in Alice in Wonderland. Duration: 2:04
Two German Carols Traditional German Carols, arranged by Tim Winebrenner
Two-Part, a cappella
Kling, Glöckchen and O Du Fröhliche, both well-known traditional German Christmas Carols, may be performed separately or as a set. Written for two-part a cappella, they are highly accessible and would make an excellent addition to a holiday or festival concert program. Don’t let the German text deter your selection of these charming carols - the text is simplistic and easy to learn. Duration: 2:42
Based on an introspective poem penned by a teenager, the lyric melodies in Will You Teach Me? are sure to touch the hearts of singers of all ages. Phil Raddin tenderly sets questions about life, love and forgiveness in a sensitive, simplistic, and tender manner. Duration: 3:37
Vicki Tucker Courtney’s setting of this upbeat message of hope is sure to be inspirational to your singers. The exciting, driving accompaniment accentuates its positive message: “We’re the rising generation…together we can change the world.” Duration: 2:48
