Acadian Lullaby
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SS + piano
A gentle arrangement of a sweet French-Canadian folksong, with an newly-composed central section. Text in both French and English. Simplicity is everything!
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Cantate Domino
SSA + piano and hand-drum
An energetic and colourful work suitable for youth or university choirs. The choir, piano and hand drum playfully banter with each other, before culminating in an exhilarating conclusion.
Alliance Music Publishers AMP0645
Carol from an Irish Cabin
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SSA + piano
A winter favourite for many children’s choirs. A lyrical piano part supports memorable choral lines. Performed for several years by the wonderful Toronto Children’s Chorus at their Christmas Concerts in Roy Thompson Hall.
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Chanson des Couleurs, la
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Unison + piano
A simple song suitable for elementary choirs. Fun.
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Donkey Riding
SS + piano
This fun, raucous, traditional sea shanty includes hand-claps, thigh-slaps, and foot-stomps. A long-standing favourite for many children’s choirs.
Oxford University Press
D’où viens-tu Bergère
SS(A) and piano
This lilting setting of the traditional French carol recounts the Nativity by a series of questions and answers about the miracle at the manger. A buoyant selection for treble choirs! An easy and delightful text in French.
Hal Leonard 08751311
Dream-Singing
SSA + piano
A beautiful and perennial favourite. Simply listen to this lovely performance!
Alliance Music Publishers AMP
Hope
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SA + piano
A short and uncomplicated setting of a lovely poem by Emily Dickinson (1830-86). Nothing to trouble but much to enjoy for young singers!
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Huron Carol, the
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SA, piano and hand-drum
The soft patter of the drum sets in motion a simple arrangement of this beautiful Canadian carol. The measureless accompaniment of the third verse allows for short and easy solo opportunities.
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If I take the Wings of the Morning
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SSA + piano
A setting of verses from Psalm 139 framed by a simple unison Hebrew introduction and conclusion. The first verse is repeated to great effect as a three-part round with rippling piano accompaniment.
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Isaiah’s Feast
SS + piano + hand-drum
Based on Isaiah 55:1-2 – an effusive invitation to eat and drink together if ever there was! – this piece truly captures the energy of the text. Scored for SSA voices with piano and optional side drum, the piece would be a great spring concert opening. Lots of fun!
Hinshaw HMC2305
La Liberté
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A charming unison setting of a famous poem on the theme of Freedom by Paul Eluard, written in 1942, during the occupation of France. Suitable for Remembrance.
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Manger Throne, the
SSA + piano
An exciting setting of a nineteenth-century carol, Manger Throne employs sustained, lyrical phrases, while also conveying an energetic sense of motion.
Boosey and Hawkes 48019739
Polish Carol
SS + piano
A gentle Christmas carol suitable for junior choirs. Its simplicity is endearing.
Alliance AMP0903
Six Bells
SSA(A) + piano and handbell
A hauntingly beautiful setting of a lovely Scottish text. One can almost feel the ancient Celtic mist!
Boosey and Hawkes 48019740
Sumer is icumen
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SSA + percussion
800 years old and still going strong! A new arrangement for treble choir. A great addition to a summer concert.
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Village Christmas, A
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SSA + violins, cello, piano and simple percussion
This work recreates an old-fashioned community celebration. There is something for everyone: singing, dancing, fiddle reels and a rollicking conclusion to the festivities!
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When a Knight won his Spurs
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SS + Piano
There may not be a dry eye in the house after hearing this lovely tale of chivalry and kindness! Perfect for junior choirs, with opportunities for solos.
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Who Can Sail?
SSA + piano
“Who can sail when the winds are still? Who can row without oars? Who can part from a dearest friend, and shed not a single tear?” This beautiful setting of a Swedish folk tune is perfect for women’s voices at any time of year, including graduation and commencement ceremonies.
Hinshaw HMC2298
Thomas Bell Music 