SONGS OF ISAIAH 
Composer: San Ford Dole  Author/Lyricist: Isaiah 12:2-6, Isaiah 55:6-11, Isaiah 60:1-3, 11a, 14c, 18-19 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Sanford Dole, one of Chanticleer's original members, is a San Fransico composer creating sounds that are fresh and stimulating. This 3-movement work, accompanied by strings and harp, is bold and entertaining. Unique and singular in his compositional style, this work is a refreshing statement for any progressive ensemble. Medium to difficult in difficulty.
 

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 The Journey Of Harriet Tubman 
Composer: Ron Kean 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   This 5-movement work pays tribute to one of the great heroes of the emncipation era. Ron Kean brings authentic expression to the spirituals that served mulitiple functions for the African Americans in that time. The African heritage sings true in the renderings he offers, and the journey of those who sacrifcied becomes a story we can relive and honor. A simple percussive accompaniment provides the foundation for a truly artistic expression. One of the first works in Pavanes Artisan series, this is a work that moves an audience to tears. Medium to difficult.
 

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 A SONG OF JOY AND PRAISE 
Composer: Allan Petker 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Based on Psalm 98:1-4, this ancient psalm of praise is redressed in modern classical sounds. Intertwined is the canonic melody from 19th century hymn-writer Lowell Mason, "O Music." The combination honors music as the educational value Mason professed, along with praise to God for skillful singing the psalmist scribed. A great festival piece of general praise, optional handbell choir and children's choir add to the possibilities. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 AFTERNOON ON A HILL 
Composer: David Dickau  Author/Lyricist: Edna St. Vincent Millay 
Voicing: SAB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Written for the honor choirs of southeast Minnesota, this is a joyful and dignified piece. The poem by Edna St. Vincent Millay expresses an appreciation for life, for its simple pleasures of nature and civilization. Dickau's writing provides a distinctive piano part and intriguing vocal writing, for which he is well-known. The spirit of the piece is upbeat, positive and fine craftsmanship. An excellent festival and concert piece. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 AUTUMN GIVES HER HAND TO WINTER 
Composer: Keith Loftis  Author/Lyricist: Keith Loftis 
Voicing: SSAA  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Originally released as a 2-part piece, this selection continues to be one of the most popular in the Pavane catalog. This new voicing celebrates the same metamorphosis from fall into wnter but arranged for 4-part treble choir. A favorite concert selection for fall concerts, the text and tune capture the turning of the leaves in song. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 AVE MARIS STELLA 
Composer: Kevin A. Memley  Author/Lyricist: Traditional Latin Text 
Voicing: SATB divisi  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Kevin Memley has risen to be recognized as one of the finest craftsmen in the choral arts. His reputation is strengthened with this gorgeous setting of the "Ave Maris Stella" (Hail Mary, Star of the Sea) text. A superb concert selection for 8-part a cappella choir, containing Kevin's subtle bitonal crossings, passionate suspensions and melodic lines. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 BRING ME LITTLE WATER, SYLVIE 
Composer: Attr. to Huddie Ledbetter  Arranger: Robert Jones  Author/Lyricist: Attr. to Huddie Ledbetter 
Voicing: SSA  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Professor Sharon Gratto has built a career providing historical context to multicultural and folk music. Pavane Publishing is proud to launch her new series with this classic tune attributed to Huddie Ledbetter. A simple three-part treble choir accompanied by a stand-up bass gives an authentic American home-spun quality to the work. Truly fun to sing, this arrangement sounds just the way the song should always be sung. Easy.
 

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 BYT' SVETEM VLADLA 
Composer: Gideon Klein  Arranger: Ohad Stolarz 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   ?Byt Svetem Vladla? (Even Though A Power Dominates) is a song composed for one of the girls? barracks in the Theresienstadt Concentration Camp during the Holocaust.  Its intent was two-fold: first, when the girls were being moved about in a group outside the barracks it was sung on ?lai, lai, lai? to keep the girls together and to identify them as belonging to a certain barracks; second, the text consisted of virulently anti-Nazi lyrics that could be sung in the barracks to keep hope alive when the girls were alone. Easy to medium.
 

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 CHILDREN OF A DREAM 
Composer: Nicholas Kelly  Author/Lyricist: Bliss Carman 
Voicing: SSAA  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Difficult
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   Nicholas Ryan Kelly, an emerging composer, was introduced to Pavane Publishing through his winning composition in the North Dakota State Edwin Fissinger competition. This new piece demonstrates his skills of musically describing the text. The piano writing is not an accompaniment, it is part of the piece. The vocal writing, the modulations, all reveal an artist at work. Poet Bliss Carman provides a text describing nature's rich colors, which are skillfully enhanced under Kelly's care. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 DOWN TO THE RIVER 
Composer: Traditional Spiritual  Arranger: Jennaya Robison 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Pavane Publishing is pleased to launch a new choral series under the care of Jennaya Robison. Dr. Robison of Luther College fame is a rising star as a clinician and now an arranger. Her setting of "Down to the River" unites another American classic of the same genre, "Bring Me Little Water, Sylvie." A simple hand drum and hand-clapping provide the percussion. Strong a cappella writing completes this fine arrangement. Easy to medium in difficulty.
 

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 EN ROULANT MA BOULE ROULANT 
Composer: French Canadian Folk Song  Arranger: Matthew Emery 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Three French Canadian folk songs make a superb set for any concert program. "Roll On, My Ball, Roll On" tells a tale of ducks and hunting and silver guns and an evil prince, all the while you can picture a small child rolling a ball down a lane. Provided in the original French, all three songs enable an exploration in French-speaking Canada. The complete set includes P1600 J'AI CUELLI LA BELLE ROSE, P1601 PETIT ROCHER, and P1602 EN ROULANT MA BOULE ROULANT. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 HEART OF THANKS 
Composer: Kevin A. Memley  Author/Lyricist: Book of Common Prayer 
Voicing: SATB 
Season: Thanksgiving  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   From the Book of Common Prayer comes a supplication of gratefulness for all that God has provided. Memley's setting is immediately captivating. A strong melody and fulfilling accompaniment make this a worthy offering for the Thanksgiving or any service of gratitude. Easy to medium.
 

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 HODIE CHRISTUS NATUS EST 
Composer: Guy Forbes  Author/Lyricist: Traditional Latin 
Voicing: SATB divisi 
Season: Christmas  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   "O Nata Lux" by Guy Forbes continues to be one of the most popular 8-part a cappella selections in the Pavane catalog. This new selection follows handsomely in that tradition. Wonderful for the Christmas season, possibly as an opener, it is medium to difficult in difficulty.
 

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 HOLD ON 
Composer: Traditional Spiritual  Arranger: John Tebay 
Voicing: SATB divisi  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Difficult
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   Selected for the Jonathan Talberg Series, this is a vivacious arrangement of the Spiritual, "Hold On." John Tebay's setting is a tremendous concert closer. Full of energy and originality, this 8-part a cappella voicing has already been performed at numerous ACDA conferences. Medium to difficult.
 

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 I WANT TO WALK AS A CHILD OF THE LIGHT 
Composer: Kathleen Thomerson  Arranger: Tom Trenney 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Mr. Trenney's TTBB setting of this beautiful hymn was an immediate and unprecedented success. Requests for an SATB voicing began streaming in. It is his craftsmanship that shines through and sets this arrangement above all others. An excellent anthem of general praise, its universal message has enabled it to serve as benedictions as well as concert closers. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 IF MY VOICE HAD WINGS 
Composer: Judith Herrington  Author/Lyricist: Judith Herrington 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Originally commissioned for 2-Part choirs by the Washington Music Educators, Judith Herrington was asked to create an edition for SATB. Excellent for festival use, the text celebrates singing and friendship. The musical and textual craftsmanship brings energy and sophistication to any performance. Easy to medium.
 

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 J'AI CUEILLI LA BELLE ROSE 
Composer: French Canadian Folk Song  Arranger: Matthew Emery 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Three French Canadian folk songs make a superb set for any concert program. This selection shares the spring pastime of a young girl collecting the first white rosebuds of the season. Provided in the original French, all three songs enable an exploration in French-speaking Canada. P1600 J'AI CUELLI LA BELLE ROSE, P1601 PETIT ROCHER, and P1602 EN ROULANT MA BOULE ROULANT. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 JUBILATE DEO 
Composer: Jude B. Roldan  Author/Lyricist: Psalmus 65:1-2 
Voicing: 3-Part 
Season: Christmas  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Jude Roldan is a composer from the Philippines whose wife Theresa conducts one of the great children's choirs of the world. Many of his pieces are for her choir and soon become demanded by excellent treble choirs the world over. A song of praise sung in Latin with marvelous energy, it serves as a strong concert opener or festival piece. Medium difficulty.
 

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 LOOK AWAY INTO HEAVEN 
Composer: Traditional Spiritual  Arranger: Brian Tate 
Voicing: SAB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Brian Tate's arrangements are some of the most popular in our catalog. Set for 3-part SAB a cappella choir, this is a great piece that calls to the promised land and the hope that the singer qualifies for entry to see those that went before. For school and church choirs, young and old. The tender ending will capture your heart. Easy to medium.
 

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 Love Song 
Composer: Richard Burchard  Author/Lyricist: Rainer Maria Rilke 
Voicing: TTBB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   This choral for male voices has all the right elements. Using a beautiful poem by Rainer Maria Rilke, Richard Burchard has weaved his signature musical lines into a deeply touching song. Commissioned by conductor and Pavane series editor John Byun for the 2018 Tennessee MEA high school all-state completes the circle of creativity. Excellent for high school or college concerts for any season. Medium to difficult in difficulty.
 

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 MALINAC LAY LABI 
Composer: Traditional Pangasinan (Northern Philippines)  Arranger: Joy T. Nilo 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   This Philippine folk song begins speaking of a love for nature but quickly turns into a deep love song. The tune is warm and enchanting, but it is the 4-part a cappella arrangement that will enthrall you. The writing is straight-forward and harmonically interesting. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 NOBODY GETS LEFT BEHIND 
Composer: Brian Tate  Author/Lyricist: Brian Tate 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Written in a contemporary gospel style, this song carries a message about universal acceptance. It has such a great rocking movement, along with its positive statement, that it fits into Brian Tate's great portfolio. Perfect for school and community choirs, its message will fit for many religious institutions as well. Easy.
 

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 Once More A-Lumbering Go 
Composer: Michigan Lumberjack Song  Arranger: Jed Scott 
Voicing: TTBB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Selected for the Jo-Michael Scheibe Male Chorus Series, could a lumberjack story be any more appropriate for the men's choir? Premiered at an ACDA conference to great applause, the writing of this Michigan folk song is strong and rewarding, with some Barbershop strains to boot. Great for all TTBB choirs. Easy to medium in difficulty.
 

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 PETIT ROCHER 
Composer: French Canadain Folk Song  Arranger: Matthew Emery 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Three French Canadian folk songs make a superb set for any concert program. "The Small Rock" finds our poet climbing the hills to find comfort, wishing for wings like the birds she hears, and finally praying to God and the Holy Virgin for help. Provided in the original French, all three songs enable an exploration in French-speaking Canada. P1600 J'AI CUELLI LA BELLE ROSE, P1601 PETIT ROCHER, and P1602 EN ROULANT MA BOULE ROULANT. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 PONG PONG PIYANGAW 
Composer: Game Song from Bukidnon, Philippines  Arranger: Maria Theresa Vizconde-Roldan  Author/Lyricist: Game Song from Bukidnon, Philippines 
Voicing: SSA  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Conductor Maria Theresa Vizconde-Roldan proves herself a superb arranger with this Philippine children's game song. Playful and fun from the start it moves into a rapid canon and eventually accelerates to a winning finish. A festival piece, concert selection for treble choirs, medium in difficulty.
 

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 READY FOR JOY 
Composer: Brian Tate  Author/Lyricist: Brian Tate 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   Reminiscent of the 1980's but joyfully transcendent to the present day, Brian Tate gives us a gospel style song of optimism and hope. This tune will get an audience or congregation swaying. All choirs will gravitate to this upbeat song. Easy.
 

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 RIVERS OF DELIGHT 
Composer: David von Kampen  Author/Lyricist: Fanny Crosby 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Never has a Fanny Crosby text found such a tasty groove. The musical setting is so fresh, the fact that the text is from Crosby will be a surprise. Selected for the Jo-Michael Scheibe Sacred Series, this general song of praise can be sung at almost any season of the year. Easy to medium in difficulty.
 

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 SI FILEMON 
Composer: Filipino Visayas Region Folk Song  Arranger: Jude B. Roldan  Author/Lyricist: Filipino Visayas Region Folk Song 
Voicing: SAB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   A popular Filipino folk song, this arrangement is fun and easy. The text is about a local fisherman who catches a fish and makes a great sale. A fun multicultural piece to sing for choirs of all ages. Easy to medium in difficulty.
 

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 Stars Tonight 
Composer: Judith Herrington  Author/Lyricist: Sara Teasdale 
Voicing: 2-Part  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Commissioned by the Manhattan Concert Productions, this piece was premiered at Cargendie Hall in 2017. The use of Tibetan Bells and Wind Chimes provides an ethereal atmosphere that is echoed in the music and text. Originally written for young voices, this piece would also be effective by a treble choir of older voices. Its festival use has already become popular for any season. Easy to Medium in difficulty
 

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 Stars Tonight 
Composer: Judith Herrington  Author/Lyricist: Sara Teasdale 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   The use of Tibetan Bells and Wind Chimes provides an ethereal atmosphere that is echoed in the music and text.  Originally written for treble choir, this new voicing is most effective. The description of the surrounding nature and stars becomes sound in this beautiful composition.  Its festival use has already become popular for any season.  Easy to Medium in difficulty. (The recording provided here is from the 2-Part edition.)
 

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 Swing Low, Sweet Chariot / Follow The River / Festival Version 
Composer: Traditional Spiritual  Arranger: Ron Kean 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Difficult
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   Composer and conductor, Ron Kean, went back to the African roots of Spirituals, back to Africa, to create a setting of this much loved spiritual in a style that is remarkably different. Part of the larger work, The Journey of Harriet Tubman, the mixed choir is accompanied by Kalimba and Marimba. Soloist and choral body percussion is also included. A superb work for college and community choirs. Medium to difficult in difficulty.
 

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 THE BLESSING OF LIGHT 
Composer: Mark Sirett  Author/Lyricist: Ancient Scottish 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   It was time for a new piece to serve as the concert closer and this is it. Selected for the Mike Scheibe Choral Series, this benediction uses the text of an ancient Scottish blessing that is delightfully generic in nature. Warm, deep and melodic, this is a benediction that can be used anywhere - church, school, college, community. Provided with both a piano and optional organ accompaniment (available separately), this selection is a precious end to any event. Easy to medium in difficulty.
 

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 THE CLOUD 
Composer: Kevin T. Padworski  Author/Lyricist: Sara Teasdale 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   If there ever was a piece that describes a text in song, this is it. Sara Teasdale's descriptive words about the clouds become sound in this exquisite composition. Accompanied by piano and celesta, a glockenspiel part is also provided for those who have no access to a celesta. Great for festivals or a concert at any season, this is a piece that is a joy to share. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 THE REASON FOR MY SONG 
Composer: Bradley Ellingboe  Author/Lyricist: Pablo Neruda 
Voicing: SSAATTBB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   With a romantic poem by Pablo Neruda, Brad Ellingboe has given us a musical interpretation that is evocative and pensive. Mr. Ellingboe provides his own translation, which is eloquent and accurate to say the least. A perfect concert piece it is medium to difficult in difficulty.
 

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 THULA KLIZEO 
Composer: Joseph Shabalala  Arranger: Leanne MacDonnell 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Easy
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   After successful voicings for 2-part and SAB, it is right to provide an SATB voicing of this delightful number. Joseph Shabalala, best known in the U.S. for his collaboration with Paul Simon, gives us a taste of Africa that is real and soulful. Great for concerts and festival events. Easy. (The recording provided here is the SAB edition)
 

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 WE WILL SING OF A DREAM 
Composer: Kevin A. Memley  Author/Lyricist: Kevin A. Memley/Arthur O'Shaughnessy 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   Using "Ode" by Arthur O'Shaughnessy, Kevin Memley has composed a piece that celebrates music in dramatic fashion. Beginning eloquently as a concert piece it evolves into epic proportions that could be as theatrical as one can imagine. An excellent festival piece that celebrates the art of music. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 WHAT WAS HIS CREED 
Composer: William Malpede  Author/Lyricist: H.N. Fifer 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Medium
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   The profound text of this anthem makes you think. The text by H. N. Fifer was ripe for interpretation and William Malpede has stretched it just right. The chords he uses pulls at the text and your heart in all the right places. The questions asked are poised in harmonic colors that move you to the core. Medium in difficulty.
 

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 ZUEIGNUNG 
Composer: Matthew Swartz  Author/Lyricist: Hermann von Gilm zu Rosenegg 
Voicing: SATB  Released: January 2018  Difficulty: Difficult
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   First Prize Winner of the 2015 'California Voices II' choral competition, this is an artistic rendering worth consideration. Using a German text by Hermann von Gilm zu Rosenegg, composer Matthew Swartz gives us an expression that is both 19th century romantic and undeniably 21st century as well. The art song from the age of Schubert is transformed into a choral statement that does not deny its roots. A beautiful and expressive piece. Difficult.
 

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