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Attention Orff educators! A pentatonic melody is sung in unison then echoed from part to part. Simple body percussion further engages students and ensures a kinesthetic rhythm experience. The ostinato...

A patriotic fantasy for choir and band, this soaring rendition of 'America, the Beautiful' is a crowning jewel for choral or combined concerts. Sturdy and proud, it features many unison and two-part v...

We share and believe the simple message of this heartfelt song: 'When we sing together, we put our differences aside.' This universal theme makes for an ideal combined choir feature. Perform with sign...

In 1993, Maya Angelou recited this poem at the inauguration of President Bill Clinton, making her the first African American and the first female poet to deliver an inaugural recitation. Subsequently,...

A folk-like setting of Maya Angelou's empowering poem, which compares a bird's longing to be liberated with that of all people. Hayes chooses a minor key with plenty of harmonic tension and a walking...

This contemporary gospel-style rouser denounces oppression and serves as a choral anthem for equal rights. A confident solo voice helps deliver a determined message in the unwavering words of Maya Ang...

Maya Angelou's most popular poem about triumph over adversity comes brilliantly to life in this vivid setting by Mark Hayes. The bright shuffle tempo and bluesy piano riffs perfectly embody Angelou's...

So creative, so kinesthetic, so cute! It's simply a blast to sing this baker's dozen of unison animal songs designed for primary-aged singers. Each of the whimsical, kid-inspired tunes tips the hat to...

So creative, so kinesthetic, so cute! It's simply a blast to sing this baker's dozen of unison animal songs designed for primary-aged singers. Each of the whimsical, kid-inspired tunes tips the hat to...

A simple yet elegant adaptation of Pachelbel's 'Canon in D,' this arrangement introduces a new melody that beautifully complements the beloved original. Incorporates twinkling text from the nursery rh...

I don't wanna work. I wanna bang on the drum all day!' Here's Todd Rundgren's 1983 well-known chorus in a super-fun arrangement for developing choirs. Sally's creative touch adds a speech chorus, wher...

Ignite a love for Tchaikovsky's holiday classic with three iconic themes from his world-famous Nutcracker Suite. Sally's original lyrics playfully describe Russian dancers, sugar plums, and waltzing f...

A solo voice opens this moving anthem of individuality that doubles as a celebration of music. When all the voices join, singers echo warm phrases from part to part and build to an important realizati...

Have you ever heard of a bear with wings? Or a biffalo-buffalo-bison? How about a wallaboo? A. A. Milne, best-known as the author of Winnie the Pooh, penned this playful poem about amusing animals, bo...

Written as a prompt for discussing diversity, equity, and inclusion, this heartfelt song favors no group over another, but rather emphasizes the value of each individual. Follow the ever-changing text...

Carefully placed staccatos and well-chosen chord inversions illuminate the gospel style of this original anthem of hope. It's a perfect pep talk or pick-me-up theme song for whenever your program need...

After weeks of waiting, it's finally time to open those holiday gifts. As the kids gleefully tear into their presents, wrapping paper, ribbons, tags, and bags go flying - it's a gift wrap riot! This r...

Choral educators agree, canon singing works! So, we're always on the lookout to expand our repertoire of rounds. Here's a truly unique minor-key canon on a mature (and musical) text with multi-age app...

The word 'aloha' is much more than just a greeting - it has a deeper meaning that conveys cultural beliefs about how to treat others. This rhythmic original by Ruth Morris Gray celebrates the five tra...

Don't miss this irresistible novelty number that celebrates the delicious buttery snack! It's a light and fluffy feature salted with a sense of humor and drizzled in a slick samba groove. Your singers...

Imagine the opening solo in darkness. Light increases as the choir begins, growing to full brilliance when three luminous lines intertwine. A 'lux aeterna' refrain is sung in resonant harmony, with to...

When considering various winter holidays, what is the common thread? 'A candle and a song.' Beautiful in its simplicity, here's a quiet celebration crafted to resonate universally. Mark's delicate mel...