As this folk-like original progresses, hand claps replace words of the winter text one syllable at a time. Partner song qualities, a bouncy beat, and an optional fiddle will make this a cold weather f...
Roberts Burns' poetry is infused into this Celtic folk song with a captivating melody arranged with lovely harmonies. Wild Mountain Thyme is a must-have addition to your multicultural library for youn...
Come along on a wondrous tour of our earth! Learn about the seven continents, the chilly north and south poles, your favorite islands, the tallest mountains, the widest oceans and the tiniest rainfore...
This moving ballad by Marty Lantz and Lois Brownsey sings of Ellis Island, emigrants longing for a new life and the door to freedom that is 'welcoming people from every land. ' 'My Country 'Tis of The...
Familiarize your students with the works of Beethoven by teaching this choral that includes three of his most familiar melodies, 'Ode to Joy, ' 'Moonlight Sonata, ' and 'Beethoven's Fifth. ' MartiLunn...
Marti and Lois have crafted a choral arrangement full of beauty and grace with Sakura Matsuri. An original melody sets the tone while the lyric tells the story of this Japanese folk song. Simply stunn...
Beginning with 'Morning, ' this choral moves into the rollicking 'Hall of the Mountain King' with equally fitting lyrics teaching the things and ways of the folks from Scandinavia. What a unique winte...
This song's arrangement is based on the classic Swedish custom of Saint Lucy. With the chorus section lyrics in Swedish, this version combines original lyrics and music with the traditional. Sankta Lu...
A narrator recites fitting passages from two Longfellow poems at the beginning, middle, and end of this artistic composition. Subtle key changes lend significance each time we sing the nostalgic 'brin...
Honor a Native American custom by singing this traditional chant partnered with an informative text about crafting a dream catcher. According to legend, this handmade charm ensures pleasant dreams for...
A reflective opening sets the stage for this lively Klezmer-style setting in three. Fun-to-sing Yiddish lyrics celebrate the balalaika (a musical instrument from Russia), and new English words honor t...
The Swahili text for 'Merry Christmas to you' is delightful in this African setting with creative harmonies, rhythms, and percussion. A strong pulse is established from the beginning with the bass and...
Women will love this choral for the holidays! It introduces the classical work Für Elise by Beethoven with humor and performance fun. The lyrics deal with the dilemma of selecting a gift for a hard to...
Feel a hint of winter in the air, when autumn falls. This expressive piece shimmers through each rubato phrase and culminates with the inclusion of Robert Louis Stevenson's warm poetry. Stunning.
Uses: Easter, Concert, Praise Scripture: Matthew 12:39-40; 17:23; 20:19 Spiritual-like in nature, this original anthem will quickly become a favorite of your choir in both rehearsal and worship servic...
Jingle Bells takes on a funky '70s/'80s-feel complete with the choir playing sleigh bells! A fun new take on a favorite holiday tune. Add some choreography for a great finish to your concert or encore...
An original, flowing ballad with a text about life, 'moving forward like a river running free'. Simple part writing in all voicings. The haunting opening and closing may be sung by a soloist or solois...
Tells the story of Kwanzaa in the text and with three brief narrations. It has an African feel but the part writing is easy and homophonic.
Harambee means 'let's pull together' in Swahili, a concept fostered in 'Umoja,' one of the principles of Kwanzaa. This new choral work with a rhythmic African pulse focuses on elements of this fast-gr...
There are many traditions of Hanukkah, and this piece captures them all. The musical feel is gentle, yet traditional, complete with a 'lai, lai, lai' chorus. The text tells of the Hebrew holiday's tra...
Kwanzaa, the seven day festival celebrated December 26 through January 1 by African-Americans, is becoming more popular every year. Learn the Kwanzaa tradition of drinking from a unity cup and lightin...
A delicate melody swirls and twirls like drifting snow in this tasteful arrangement of a traditional Japanese school song. The three short Japanese phrases (and several English words) are easy-to-lear...
Everyone recognizes this Mozart melody, presented here with a vivid winter text. Perfect for younger singers--to touch upon music history, to ignite their imaginations.
Here is a fresh choral for the Festival of Lights. Lois Brownsey and Marti Lantz have teamed up once again to produce an original song for Hanukkah. Starting slowly and dramatically, Hanukkah Dedicati...
This lovely French-Canadian folk song is arranged in a sophisticated, yet achievable manner. Incorporates echo singing, basic 2-part harmony, and partner song elements. With only eight French words to...
Tsuki' means 'moon,' and is one of just a few Japanese words sung in this pentatonic scale-based song. Other words describe the beauty of the Japanese moon throughout the year. A captivating and memor...
Add a touch of fun to this year's holiday concert with this light up-tempo Hanukkah selection. It's easy to sing and incorporates the traditional Dreidle Song.
Each part in this fun-to-sing Hanukkah piece has its own distinct melody. . . great for teaching part singing to young choirs. The up-beat opening melody, very much in the style of a traditional Hanuk...
An excellent introduction in song to the ever-growing African-American holiday celebrated between Christmas and New Year. Singers reinforce spoken text; use one or several narrators to explain the pri...
Are you naughty or nice?. . . Santa's checkin' it twice. . . so be good! With showy opening solos that kick into a groovy disco feel, this funky flashback to the 70s is reminiscent of Gloria Gaynor's...
Fun-filled verses account for each of the eight nights and lights of the season, while two memorable melodies (sung simultaneously and on Hebrew-sounding syllables) provide the festive chorus for this...
From east to west, the walls are tumblin' down. All the world can see, freedom is comin' around. ' It's timely, it's an exciting show-stopper. . . for any choir, large or small. Every voice gets a cha...
Inventions Rock! is an inventive songbook which explores some of history's greatest inventions-from the wheel to the steam engine, the printing press to TV, the light bulb to computers. The seven unis...
Light the Menorah! Dance the Horah! Spin the dreidel! A celebration of Hanukkah is achieved with the performance of this new choral! Bouncing and festive, it will be a wonderful treat for your concert...
When the postman announces final call for letters to the North Pole, members of the choir rush to the mailbox with special secrets and wishes for Dear Santa! Readers display their own unique personali...
This song's arrangement is based on the classic Swedish custom of Saint Lucy. With the chorus section lyrics in Swedish, this version combines original lyrics and music with the traditional Sankta Luc...
This gospel-styled choral is packed with energy and fun, tapping into familiar phrases from carols we all know and love. An upbeat selection that will bring the familiar in sound and text to your holi...
Subtitled 'Shalom Alechem,' A Wish for Hanukkah is a fresh approach to Hanukkah for 2-part treble or 3-part mixed groups. It opens slowly, dramatically, then moves to a spirited 2-beat feel, evoking E...
