Alfred New Directions Choral Series

Cascading vocal lines, expressive piano, and a melancholy oboe (optional C-instrument) reflect upon the symbolic willow tree. Each of the three poetic verses is further developed musically in this inq...

This adaptation of an American folk hymn has a fascinating text: 'Sun don't set in the mornin',' and 'Water don't rise when the stars glow.' But, ultimately, 'light shines over the world.' A haunting...

Quotes from famous Americans are spoken by narrators throughout this stirring patriotic work. The music incorporates our best-loved American songs, such as 'America,' 'America the Beautiful,' and 'Sim...

A blustery piano accompaniment provides a windy underscore to the words of Robert Louis Stevenson in this haunting treble choir feature. Carefully chosen vocal ranges and obvious musical phrasing make...

Jay Althouse told us he thought Marta Keen's HOMEWARD BOUND was one of the finest pieces he's ever arranged. And we think it might be one of Jay's best arrangements. The haunting, folk-like melody ope...

A rhythmic piano ostinato grows into an exciting choral celebration for the changing seasons of the year. Modal harmonies and accented rhythms contribute to the contemporary sounds of this joyful fanf...

Return to the 60s, the golden age of pop, with this new Christmas blast from the past by Jay Althouse. Listen to the girls: 'Look at him, he's standing right below the mistletoe! ' Then the guys: 'Her...

SSA Here is a stunning choral work inspired by the beauty of an autumn day. A lyric melody, lush harmonies, and a poetic text are combined with a sensitive piano accompaniment to paint a colorful musi...

Momentary dissonances sparkle like fine jewels, and a shimmering piano theme weaves its way through this choral art song designed for 4-part mixed or women's choirs. Poetic lyrics, soaring melodies, a...

An exquisite text combines with stunning music, creating a wonderfully expressive choral work that focuses on the turning of autumn to winter. Vocal lines sing beautifully for all sections of the choi...

An exquisite text combines with stunning music, creating a wonderfully expressive choral work that focuses on the turning of autumn to winter. Vocal lines sing beautifully for all sections of the choi...

Beautiful choral triads are sometimes close and other times open to create breathtaking SSA sonorities. Gentle lullaby lyrics lull the baby to sleep among cattle and sheep, singing angels, and calling...

Beautiful choral triads are sometimes close and other times open to create breathtaking SSA sonorities. Gentle lullaby lyrics lull the baby to sleep among cattle and sheep, singing angels, and calling...

A classical setting of 'Deck the Hall' develops into a humorous collection of 'Fa-La-La' variations. Includes musical moments from William Tell Overture, Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, On the Blue Danube...

A fluid piano accompaniment flows like running water beneath the beautiful vocal lines of this lyrical Appalachian folk melody. Rich choral harmonies and a reflective 'love' text create an expressive...

A cherished melody and poignant text are skillfully set for contemporary choirs. Deliberate simplicity promotes freedom of the voice and understanding of the text. Highly effective, but easy to prepar...

This long-time favorite of voice teachers is now available for 3-part mixed and SSA choirs. Art song phrases inspire expressive 'bel canto' singing, and limited vocal ranges are just right for develop...

This familiar German madrigal is a solid study of early Baroque singing for SSA choirs. The light 3/4 'in one' feel provides a steady lilt for clear treble sonorities. Sing in English or German (a com...

You can't miss the vivid text painting as the floating vocal parts layer one upon another in the rich sequential refrain. You can almost feel the chill of a winter wind as the haunting opening theme i...

This sensitive setting of Christopher Marlowe's romantic poetry is an especially artistic choice. Lyrical choral writing is beautifully balanced with a lush piano accompaniment, creating a work that i...

This sensitive setting of Christopher Marlowe's romantic poetry is an especially artistic choice. Lyrical choral writing is beautifully balanced with a lush piano accompaniment, creating a work that i...

In this rhythmic African choral the choir calls percussive phrases alternating between Swahili and English lyrics. The creative piano part may be doubled or replaced by mallet instruments, and non-pit...

Here's a winning combination of favorite traditional spirituals, featuring an opening solo for any voice, a driving piano accompaniment, and inventive, well-written vocal lines. A dramatic and energiz...

Here's a winning combination of favorite traditional spirituals, featuring an opening solo for any voice, a driving piano accompaniment, and inventive, well-written vocal lines. A dramatic and energiz...

Artistic from start to finish, each of the varied sections of this Gilpin original captures the essence of wintertime. The expressive rubatos, the rich poetry, and the well-placed dissonances will acc...