Concert choirs and vocal ensembles will shine in this warm setting of the classic '80s song by Cyndi Lauper. A wonderful selection as part of a set of lighter selections or an encore!
Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare's performance of this Carly Simon hit was featured on a PBS special and was also included on their Grammy-nominated CD. Vibrant choral textures are supported by a da...
This vibrant unaccompanied setting of the classic song by Sting opens gently with a solo voice, expanding to a duet, then the full chorus, before moving into tempo. Vocal percussion creates a colorful...
From Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare, this artful setting of this haunting song by Annie Lennox features a soloist with choral background and percussion. This long-anticipated edition will enhance...
The classic ballad from Tarzan by Phil Collins in a remarkable setting for more advanced choirs! Opening as a gentle lullaby, the vocal lines build into an expansive concert work with fully voiced cho...
Mixing traditional Irish music with pop and collaborating with the Irish folk band Beoga, Ed Sheeran has created a wonderful mix of styles and cultures for your choral program. Irish fiddle, bodhran a...
The golden colors of a summer sunset and the depth of human feelings are the basis of this simple and lovely song by Sting in a gently undulating setting for unaccompanied mixed voices. Stunning!Avail...
From James Taylor's first U. S. album, this gentle acoustic lullaby has a sweet country feel to it and this unaccompanied vocal setting will be an appealing choice for a cappella groups from high scho...
Perhaps one of the most important major works of our time. The Chicago Tribune wrote: Moving among styles ranging from Lutheran hymnody to blues to Broadway, this modern-day Passion will move many lis...
The great Poet and essayist Langston Hughes used the power of words to speak out against racism, division, poverty and greed. In this new setting of the poem Give Us Our Peace, we first hear the Afric...
Here is the famous theme from the Motion Picture The Mission by Ennio Morricone in a distinctive and stunning setting written for the choral group, Conspirare. With the choir providing a rich wordless...
This re-imagined interpretation of the classic Bob Dylan song is perfect for any concert with a social justice theme. The re-harmonization and contrasting musical style will bring a new attention and...
Recorded by the English alternative band Coldplay, this song explores themes of grief and comfort as it gradually builds to an emotional high point. This a cappella setting intensifies the emotion thr...
The SSA/SATB arrangement of this Carly Simon song, as arranged by Craig Hella Johnson, has been sung and enjoyed by hundreds of thousands. Now, skillfully adapted and arranged by Emily Crocker, both m...
Cut from the Hunchback of Notre Dame movie, we are all lucky that it was revived and placed as the final song in the Broadway stage production. Expressing Esmeralda's final hopes and wishes for the wo...
Here is a spectacular concert arrangement of this classic Harold Arlen song from Wizard of Oz. With a grand piano opening which captures the orchestration from the full score followed by the tender vo...
Time brings changes but life goes on - this is the poignant message of the Randy Newman song recorded by James Taylor. Alternating between solo melodic lines with vocal accompaniment and full homophon...
From the musical Urban Myths here is an inspirational work for concert choir. Lush harmonies and a piano accompaniment that leads to an thrilling climax make this a perfect selection for graduation, T...
Fly away on the silver morning - this is the fantastic showpiece song from The Baker's Wife by Broadway master composer Stephen Schwartz. A full-voiced choral setting with a vivid and colorful accompa...
Originally from the Rodgers & Hammerstein musical State Fair, this beautiful ballad was recently included in the revival of Cinderella. Arranged with an expressive piano accompaniment, this setting is...
Adult voices will shine in this spectacular arrangement of the George M. Cohan classic that's especially fun for community choirs performing pop or Broadway concerts! Opening with women's voices and m...
This iconic song from the Broadway musical Rent is here arranged in a concert setting by former King's Singer Philip Lawson. Divisi in all vocal parts and style written into all lines, this is a worth...
This powerful and passionate ballad by the Witch to her daughter from Sondheim's masterpiece Into the Woods is here set for the concert stage. It is a tour de force when performed with piano but when...
It's not very often that adult choirs get to have this much fun! Two classic songs combine in a colorful setting that dances with rhythmic energy and showbizzy entertainment! A perfect encore or light...
Fly away on the silver morning - the fantastic showpiece song from The Baker's Wife by Broadway master composer Stephen Schwartz. A full-voiced choral setting with a vivid and colorful accompaniment t...
Now available in men's and women's voicings! For the advanced concert choir, this Rodgers and Hammerstein song is a great opener or concert theme!
Ever since John Coltrane's 1961 recording, Rodgers & Hammerstein's My Favorite Things has been a favorite choice for jazz improvisation. Mitos Andaya's SSAA setting is second to none for advanced wome...
From the film Slumdog Millionaire here is a wonderful fusion of Indian rhythms and scales with American pop styles and instrumentation. Excellent program notes offer guidance for the style, there is a...
Hearts will melt at the exquisite harmonies of this a cappella setting for men's voices, arranged by Deke Sharon for the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus, conducted by Tim Seelig. Stunning!
This lush a cappella setting of the love ballad from The Music Man will be a wonderful choice for more advanced men's ensembles from high school to adult. An ideal festival selection!Available separat...
Here is the expressive ballad from the musical Wicked by Stephen Schwartz in a setting for TTBB men's chorus by the cabaret pianist and arranger Alex Rybeck. A sensitive accompaniment, full vocal rang...
Michele Weir has given this 1967 pop hit by Dionne Warwick a fresh treatment that is ideal for jazz, pop and concert choirs! Solo and group, cascading vocal phrases and a contemporary keyboard part ad...
This beautiful classic from Stevie Wonder is here set in our Concert Pop Series. Full choral writing, flexibility in tempo, wonderful pop stylings and a concert climax make this another great addition...
Here is a song that is perfect for graduation or any celebration of moving on. The lyrics state I got some dreams that are bigger than me. The music is arranged to make it appropriate for concert, pop...
Leonard Cohen's classic song has been covered hundreds of times. This setting for a cappella voices is striking for its range of texture, dynamic contrast and sheer harmonic beauty.
Stevie Wonder's 1974 song evokes a classical tone that works quite well with a classically oriented choir. Wonder performed it at Michael Jackson's memorial service in 2009 and it has been covered by...
Evoke the imagery of a summer sunset and the depth of human emotion through this simple and lyrical song by Sting, with its delicate arpeggiated accompaniment and pure, fluid vocal lines in this expre...
Rising stars Matt and Adam Podd have been making a name for themselves in New York City performing, directing, composing and arranging. Adam's new setting of this 1969 Beatles classic is fresh and ori...
Singer/songwriter Eva Cassidy left us too soon. The title song of her posthumous album has become iconic at weddings and celebrations of life. Paul Langford has arranged this beautiful Christine McVie...
This new arrangement by Susan LaBarr is ready for the concert stage. Lush harmonies and independent part writing make this worthy of any fine choir.
This reimagining of Stevie Wonder's hit song brings a completely fresh take to a familiar tune. Inspired by the power of Wonder's poetry and spiritual message, the Podd brothers have taken a stirring...
The pop hit by Peter Cetera for the group Chicago soared to the top of the charts in 1977 and has retained its popularity even to the present day. This a cappella setting features a wordless tapestry...
Here is the 1970 pop hit by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young in an a cappella setting that is fresh and unique! Rhythmically free and expansive, the melody harmonized in triads is juxtaposed against long...
The phenomenal Simon & Garfunkel #1 hit from 1970 in a powerful a cappella setting! From the wistful opening phrases, this iconic song builds to a full-voiced forte, alternating between rich homophoni...
Here is the 2011 pop hit by OneRepublic as arranged by a cappella guru Deke Sharon for Tim Seelig and the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus in a vibrant and joyful setting! The lyrics may not be suitable...
Your women's choir will enjoy the playful text, upbeat clapping, and the brilliant sound of an authentic Bluegrass band in this song by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. An ideal concert change-of-pace...
From the hushed opening this choral lament grows in sound and intensity to a powerful outpouring of sorrow. The song, originally recorded by Dave Matthews, was arranged for the Minneapolis-based vocal...
Your pianist takes an equal role in this exquisite ballad that is tinged with melancholy. A superb selection for a more mature or community ensemble. Here's to life, here's to love and here's to you.
Now adapted for SSAA by Richard Gabrillo, Craig Hella Johnson's setting of Dolly Parton's Light of a Clear Blue Morning is infused with light and hopefulness as it opens with a solo soprano and gradua...
Now available in men's and women's voicings! For choirs up to the challenge, this exciting setting of the popular Christmas song features extensive divisi and dynamic range.
From the musical Love Never Dies, here is the sort of power ballad we have come to love from the pen of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Reviewed as a worthy sequel to The Music of the Night, this is a beautiful...
Covered by a multitude of artists since it was first recorded, this timeless hit is re-imagined for this arrangement as a slower, bluesy ballad. As part of the new Concert-Pop series, this will really...
Four movements from the end of the Passion section of Considering Matthew Shepard we hear from a deer. It has been well established that Matt loved the outdoors and it is fitting that a deer should si...
Authentic Kenyan folk music with insightful notes explaining origins and usage of the music. IPA and poetic pronunciation guides, rhythm instrument patterns and careful vocal ranges all help to break...
This powerful and poignant ballad was written in response to the immigrant crisis which gripped the United States in 2018. Masterfully arranged by Mac for concert choirs. The a cappella opening sets t...
Jason Robert Brown, no stranger to complex themes and compositions, created this rumination on migration which holds a special significance in a year filled with crises like immigration, family separa...
Now available for SSAA. This thrilling new arrangement by twin brothers Matt and Adam Podd was an internet sensation shortly after we were all quarantined due to the Corona Virus. Drawing on friendshi...
Available separately: SATB a cappella, SSAA a cappella, TTBB a cappella. Duration: ca: 3:00.
Burt Bacharach and Hal David's powerful ballad from Promises, Promises was made famous by Dionne Warwick and recently showcased on Glee. Vocally challenging and full of deep emotion, this setting offe...
Written for the Paideia Women's Chorus from the Paideia School in Atlanta, Craig Hella Johnson sets the words of the poet-mystic Dorothy Walters. With four movements incorporating a variety of musical...
This Dorothy Parker text reveals Mary's youth and courage through the memory of another then-young woman. The bright light and blinding star seen by the narrator nearly thirty years prior is remembere...
Here is Georgia Stitt's famous song of First Love! Sixth grade, Adam, the clarinet, in a charming choral setting that will delight your singers and listeners!
Colorful contrasts and vocal feats over a dazzling piano accompaniment are displayed in this festive arrangement of the traditional English favorite in the Tim Seelig Choral Series. Opportunities for...
This lyrical and expressive original by Broadway composer Stephen Schwartz with an expanded and elegant piano accompaniment will be a welcome addition to holiday programming. We are glowing, growing m...
Known for his unique pairing of songs, Craig Hella Johnson has creatively combined the early contemporary Christian song by Larry Norman and Randy Stonehill with the popular favorite from the '60s. A...
This popular standard from the 1940s has been recorded by dozens of artists, including Nat King Cole, Dinah Shore, Ella Fitzgerald and more. This choral setting is full-voiced with a rich piano accomp...
This buoyant work for mixed chorus is filled with vibrant rhythm and sonorous call and response between the men and women's voices. Featuring the beloved text from Song of Solomon, this setting is ide...
From the hushed opening this choral lament grows in sound and intensity to a powerful outpouring of sorrow. The song, originally from the Dave Matthews Band, was arranged for the Minneapolis-based voc...
The simplicity of the message as well as the passion of the emotion are beautifully captured in this classic pop song. The rhythm of the choral makes it feel super hip and contemporary. And the piano...
Long a standard for choirs wanting and needing to experience the music of the Austrian composer Franz Schubert. Now, this simple and elegant song for SATB choir, is experiencing new popularity as it i...
Often called the George Gershwin of Brazil, Antonio Carlos Jobim added large numbers of songs to the jazz repertoire. He certainly symbolized Brazil in the eyes of the world. Especially known for his...
As part of a tribute album to Bjork's native Iceland, this song is inspired by Icelandic mythology. This arrangement was created for a wedding and it is indeed a beautiful love song now with a lush SA...
This beautiful Song of Solomon text was originally set to music as a solo song for a loved ones wedding. The original melody remains intact allowing your choir to express themselves as if they were a...
Setting an anonymous poem, the message is beautiful and relevant. Music truly is a magical art. It has the power to move and transform us. It gives deeper meaning to the important milestones of our li...
Two traditional Irish blessings - Deep peace of the running wave to you and May the road rise up to greet you - are artfully combined in this exquisitely crafted work by former King's Singer and compo...
Elgar is often considered the greatest English composer after Purcell while Richard Strauss called him the first English progressive musician of the 19th century. Here are 5 choral works that are wond...
Alternating between the 14th Century German Carol Personet Hodie and original music and text by Philip Lawson, this is a carol suitable for the sanctuary or the concert stage.
Here is an anthem about inclusivity, equality, and equity of opportunity inherent in the Amy Lowell poem The Congressional Library. Commissioned by the Cincinnati Vocal Arts Ensemble, the Cincinnati C...
Here is an original power ballad in our new Concert-Pop series. Though we are different I know we can find some common ground. A message we all need to hear and follow.
For many years this melody was known as Adagio in G minor by Tomaso Albinoni. It is now agreed that Remo Giazotto is responsible for this beautiful piece. Regardless of its origins, this melody can be...
Setting the words of the 14th century Persian poet Hafiz and arranging the classic My Funny Valentine creates a dialogue between the Divine and the human heart. Both texts and the music highlight the...
Here is a reflective composition for a cappella choir that uses overlapping, repetitive homophonic textures which build to an emotional climax. This is a prayer for understanding in difficult times.