Featuring artfully interweaving vocal lines, this original setting of the simple Latin text is a quiet meditation and a gentle plea for peace. Rich dynamic contrasts and full, traditional harmonies pr...
The music of Asia needs to be a part of your cross-cultural musical experiences, and this Korean folk song is an excellent choice. The melody is one of the most popular of all Asian folk songs and for...
Sonja Poorman has done it again. Her setting of this 19th century hymntune will surely become a favorite of your church choir. The simple yet supportive accompaniment provides a superb base for the go...
All sections of the choir take a turn singing the elegant melody in this harmonically rich concert work. Encourage pure vowels when pronouncing the familiar Latin text, which comes from the Mass Ordin...
This ideal concert opener presents a fusion of joyful Latin phrases and exuberant English text. A contrasting 'Alleluia' section echoes legato lines between paired parts. Use the optional divisi at th...
A solemn chant provides the compelling opening for this thrilling mixed-meter piece. Eventually the sequential melody, sung first in unison, develops into full homophonic writing. Resonant chords ring...
Ein sanfter Diskant schwebt über der pentatonischen Melodie in der letzten Strophe dieses ergreifenden Liedes für sich entwickelnde Chöre. Es beginnt mit einem ruhigen Unisono und entwickelt sich zu e...
This exquisite collection of vocal solos features folk songs from China, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Thailand. Appropriate for both developing singers and mature vocalists, each of the ten bea...
Two-gether We Sing: Folk Songs offers 10 fantastic beginning 2-part selections for year-round use. These winning arrangements feature timeless folk melodies (from seven countries) with strong, indepen...
This fun-to-sing combination of 'Yankee Doodle Dandy' and 'Yankee Doodle' will be enjoyed by singers and audiences alike. It's easy and creative! Add a little light-hearted flag-waving to concerts thr...
From the first notes of the piano introduction, the falling snow imagery begins. This gorgeous text and song by Berta and Sonja Poorman is a charming SSA choral that depicts a holiday card of snow, su...
An evocative text set to a lilting melody, carefully arranged for two or three part treble choirs. Flowing, yet not difficult piano accompaniment supports and uplifts the voices. Echo section make for...
Incorporating America, the Beautiful, this original tribute to our military personnel here and abroad is stunning with broad appeal. Suitable for any patriotic program (including Veteran's Day), this...
Fine adaptation of the famous 'for everything there is a season' text. Melodies and songwriting are singable and flowing, piano accompaniment is simple.
Wonderful arrangement of one of Mexico's most famous folk songs. English or Spanish (pronunciation guide included) or a combination of the two.
An earthy flute gracefully floats above this reflective choral for 2- and 3-part voices which includes echo singing. Remember and honor your heritage, celebrate and cherish your roots. An expressive S...
A traditional Latin text paired with the spirited rhythms of Africa. This joyful concert work includes a contrasting 'et in terra pax' section, adding a lovely legato to the middle of the piece. Layer...
This charming Swiss folk song evokes the sound of yodelers hiking the Alps. The arrangement makes splendid use of a multitude of choral textures, generously passing the melody between all voices in th...
The Handel classic sung every year by millions of singers of all ages is now recreated in a very performable edition for younger and developing choirs. Sonja has carefully crafted the arrangement to c...
Add an inspiring touch of patriotism to your next concert with this easy to sing selection from Sonja and Berta Poorman suitable for choirs of all ages.
Drive and energy abound in this fresh new arrangement of the traditional spiritual. Berta and Sonja Poorman have combined their talents once again to bring us an easy-to-sing and fun-to-perform work.
The Poormans have combined their own creativity with 'Swing Low, Sweet Chariot' to bring us this upbeat spiritual. Add this rousing work to your next concert.
This wonderfully rousing, flag-waving patriotic selection comes from the creative combination of 'You're a Grand Old Flag' and Sousa's 'Stars and Stripes Forever.' Bring your audience to its feet when...
A real 'show' style opener for your next concert! Whether it's your show choir, concert choir, pop choir or a combination concert, this one will set the stage for your entire program. Add simple chore...
Events throughout the world remind us daily how much we need peace and harmony. Music is truly the universal language and this song paints the vision of how music can bring us together in peace. The b...
Treibendes Tempo und rhythmische Begleitung unterstützen den Stil und das Gesangsarrangement dieses beliebten Spirituals. Durch den einfachen Mitgesang eignet sich dieses Stück besonders für Chöre in...
Dieses einzigartige Chorwerk wurde von einem Navaho-Lied inspiriert und zeichnet sich durch einen bewegenden Text, schöne, singbare Melodien und eine fließende Begleitung aus. Kreative Vokalpartitur,...
Sonja Poorman has set this beautiful French carol in an elegant, yet simple style. The piano provides a strong foundation for the vocal lines. Ms. Poorman's English text asks, 'Tell us, little shepher...
Mutter Erde, Vater Himmel, schau auf das Land, das so trocken ist. Entfesseln Sie die Pracht eines Regensturms mit diesem indianisch inspirierten Tanz, der speziell für 2-stimmige Chöre geschrieben wu...
In der schönen Tradition indianischer Lieder vergleicht Tribal Song die Wunder der Natur metaphorisch mit dem "Wissen, das von einer Generation an die nächste weitergegeben wird". Fließende Klavierlin...
Eine erdige Flöte schwebt anmutig über diesem nachdenklichen Chor für 2- und 3-stimmige Stimmen, der auch Echo-Gesang enthält. Erinnere dich an dein Erbe und ehre es, feiere und pflege deine Wurzeln....
Ein traditioneller lateinischer Text gepaart mit den temperamentvollen Rhythmen Afrikas. Dieses fröhliche Konzertstück enthält einen kontrastierenden "et in terra pax"-Abschnitt, der der Mitte des Stü...
Bringen Sie Ihren Schülern bei, dass wir durch Zusammenarbeit eine bessere Zukunft schaffen können. Dieses sanft fließende Stück eignet sich gut für jüngere Gruppen mit viel einstimmigem Gesang, unabh...
Eine positive Botschaft der Zusammenarbeit und Fürsorge steht im Mittelpunkt dieses inspirierenden Stücks für Altstimmen. Ein wenig Unisono, einige Echo-Passagen und vereinzelte leichte Harmonien mach...
Der Patriotismus ist in den Herzen der Amerikaner überall lebendig und gut! Sonja Poorman hat ihre eigene patriotische Melodie mit George M. Cohens 'You're a Grand Old Flag' kombiniert, um eine wirkli...
A festive winter piece incorporating two joyful favorites of the season, 'Jingle Bells' and 'Deck the Hall,' this original fun-to-sing, tongue-twister melody ties the lyrics of the two carols together...
The Angels' Gloria combines the traditional French carol, Angels We Have Heard on High, with an original melody, creating a truly heavenly chorus. Arranged for SATB, three-part mixed, or two-part treb...
This wonderful women's choir selection from Berta and Sonja Poorman will add a delightful change of pace to your next concert. Alternate lyrics make this an ideal choice for either Winter or Christmas...
You may know this French carol by its English name: 'Sing We Now of Christmas.' It's arranged here in the style of a French chanson with the addition of a drum part. Includes the traditional French te...
Sie kennen dieses französische Lied vielleicht unter seinem englischen Namen: 'Sing We Now of Christmas'. Hier ist es im Stil eines französischen Chansons arrangiert und mit einem Schlagzeugpart verse...
Dieses originelle Stück von Sonja Poorman lässt sich mit einem Wort beschreiben: wunderschön! Lange, fließende ''Gloria''-Sätze besingen die Weihnachtsbotschaft. Sonjas pädagogische Erfahrung und ihre...
Driving tempo and rhythmic accompaniment support the style and vocal arrangement of this well-loved spiritual. Easy part-singing makes this a natural choice for developing choirs, while offering older...
The true meaning of Christmas is musically represented in this choral arrangement by Berta and Sonja Poorman. The message is one that should be shared throughout the year.
The Poormans have adapted several Native American songs to bring us this choral closer. The message is strong and incorporates poetry from the Potawatomi Native American tribe from the Great Lakes reg...
This selection takes a musical look at the lighter side of the holiday season and all the ingredients that make the season a time of cheer. It's built on one of our most loved children's melodies that...
Bring a bit of fun to your Holiday concert with this '50s style rock original from the Poormans. It's easy to sing and will add a real sparkle to your next program.
This original spiritual is based on 'I Got Shoes,' but the Poormans have added some additional spirit that will make this a special addition to your next concert. It's easy and fun to sing