Alfred Choral Designs

Challenge your advanced ensemble with this phenomenal work by Sally K. Albrecht. Featuring a cappella double choirs, Gloria Patri employs a full vocal range, dramatic choral dynamics, varied musical t...

We can't wait to shout the news of this sensational seasonal spiritual from the incomparable Jay Althouse. It's got an exciting declarative chorus, a funky contrapuntal 'Hallelujah' section, and the b...

We can't wait to shout the news of this sensational seasonal spiritual from the incomparable Jay Althouse. It's got an exciting declarative chorus, a funky contrapuntal 'Hallelujah' section, and the b...

Show off the a cappella achievements of your advanced choir with this stunning tour-de-force by one of Alfred's best, Sally K. Albrecht. Half of the group chants a rhythmic ostinato accompanying the i...

Les hommes de votre chorale brilleront en chantant ce spiritual a cappella original composé dans un style traditionnel. Il commence par des voix d'hommes à l'unisson, ajoute une contre-mélodie féminin...

An a cappella spiritual arrangement in the classic tradition. Opens with the basses singing a repetitive pattern followed by the other voices entering with the main melody. Solid, homophonic choral wr...

The strength of this steady, walking-tempo spiritual comes from the powerful dynamic contrasts and solid choral writing. Features brief descant-style female solos. The optional hand drum adds a rhythm...

Un refrain exubérant alterne avec un couplet vibrant dans ce gospel original de Greg Gilpin pour Noël. Avec des syncopes sans faille et des accords brillants qui s'enchaînent à chaque fois, c'est le g...

An exuberant chorus alternates with a vibrant verse in this gospel original for Christmas by Greg Gilpin. And with no-fail syncopations and bright chords that lock in every time, it's the kind of song...

Enjoy this original a cappella Christmas spiritual with optional bongo drum accompaniment. A slower contrasting middle section quotes a bit of 'Go, Tell It on the Mountain. ' Features optional solos a...

This original a cappella Christmas spiritual begins with a vibrant bass line, and when the other voices join above, the piece truly shines. A contrasting middle section is based upon the familiar 'We...

This Appalachian folk song, wonderfully arranged in a breathtaking a cappella setting, will give you chills. Opens and closes with a female trio. Strong choral writing for mixed or treble choirs.

This sophisticated arrangement of the 16th century chant sounds very impressive while maintaining its accessibility. Would make a highly effective a cappella processional or SA vs. TB antiphonal featu...

The definitive a cappella Christmas spiritual of the year! A descending bass line is a firm foundation in the A section; B features the girls vs. the guys; a vocal stack builds in the middle; followed...

One of the great spirituals is skillfully arranged for mature a cappella groups. Each section of the choir shines with characteristic voice parts and occasional divisi. Superb writing with a deliberat...

You've heard many arrangements of this beautiful American folk hymn, but none quite like this. Kirby Shaw's unique style brings out the inherent joy of the traditional text. Throughout the piece, cont...

Here's an exuberant a cappella feature, equally appropriate for school and church. Traditional choral writing, a familiar form, a characteristic bass line, and a soprano descant give this original com...

The bass section lays out a captivating minor key line, followed by the entrance of syncopated tenors. Altos add their percussive part, and the sopranos offer another layer in the exciting contrapunta...

A grandiose choral introduction travels through several keys to open this polished setting of the traditional spiritual, which soon breaks into a joyously brisk treatment featuring call-and-response b...

The word 'hydom' mimics the drone of bagpipes. The word 'tiddlydom' represents the rhythm of the drum. This traditional Czech carol onomatopoetically recreates the sounds of these festive instruments...

Jouez cette paire de chansons folkloriques asiatiques authentiques séparément ou dans le cadre d'un ensemble de musique du monde. Les chanteurs prendront plaisir à imiter les instruments à percussion...

Divisi a cappella writing, with subtle shifts in dynamics and tempi, invites singers to new heights of artistry in this serene setting of 'Dona nobis pacem' and its equivalent English words. Cluster c...

Un spiritual de Noël a cappella original et bien construit, basé sur un chœur mémorable aux rythmes enchevêtrés. La tonalité mineure captivante, les contrastes dynamiques dramatiques et une modulation...

Après le succès de son Two Irish Blessings, Glenda Franklin partage cet ensemble a cappella créatif qui est idéal comme finale de concert, rappel, bénédiction ou sélection de fin d'études. Qu'ils soie...

Tambourine and hand drum enhance the dance-like character of this Spanish villancico that dates back to the Renaissance era. This arrangement makes brilliant use of varied a cappella textures, from so...