Featured on the Furious 7 soundtrack, this hip-hop ballad about the eternal bonds of friendship will inspire choirs and audiences alike. The reflective character of the popular single originally recorded by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth emanates in this arrangement that starts with a delicate solo and builds to full harmonies. A moving addition to any concert!
In this Tony-nominated number, while trying their best to compete with the wildly successful William Shakespeare, the Bottom brothers, Nick and Nigel, follow the advice of Nostradamus and create a play where an actor is saying his lines, and “out of nowhere, he just starts singing.” A terrific showcase for concert and show choirs!
45 Works by Bach, Mozart, Franck, Saint-Saens, and Others
For organists who prefer to play manuals without pedals, this extensive collection provides a wealth of works. Highlights include J. S. Bach's Partite Diverse, “O Gott, du frommer Gott!”; Best's Prelude on a Chorale by Thomas Tallis; Buxtehude's Fugue in C; the charming Four Pieces for Flute Clocks, written by Haydn for his era's popular musical clocks; Mozart's “Fantasie de Salon,” based on four themes from The Magic Flute; and Pachelbel's beloved Canon in D. Other featured composers include Elgar, Dupré, Beethoven, Frescobaldi, Handel, Liszt, Couperin, and Franck. An informative selection of Notes on the Music provides background for each piece.
The Lord Is My Shepherd is best known as the theme tune to the award-winning BBC TV series The Vicar of Dibley. Goodall's setting of Psalm 23 is warm and melodious and has been, and will continue to be, popular with choirs everywhere. Alternative accompaniments for strings are also available.
Faber New Choral Works introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works, offering a thrilling array of varied styles.
The poignant words of The Last Rose of Summer, by Thomas Moore, match this song's mournful, drooping melody. After a temporarily uplifting modulation for the third verse, where the men of the choir echo the melody two measures behind, the arrangement ends as it began—in a solitary mood, with an empty, bare fifth.
Faber Choral Singles offer a series of beautifully crafted arrangements in a diversity of musical styles for today's choirs. From Broadway, pop and folk to spirituals, gospel and original works, the Faber Choral Singles series guarantees the perfect repertoire for every occasion.
Oh Shenandoah dates back to the early nineteenth century, with possible origins in Virginia. Sometimes referred to as a “shanty” song because of its refrain (“away, you rolling river,” etc.), its lyrics exist in many versions and can be seen as a paean either to the river itself, or perhaps to the (mythical?) daughter of an Indian chief of that name. Regardless of its origins, Oh Shenandoah has become an enduring favourite in the USA and abroad.
Faber Choral Singles offer a series of beautifully crafted arrangements in a diversity of musical styles for today's choirs. From Broadway, pop and folk to spirituals, gospel and original works, the Faber Choral Singles series guarantees the perfect repertoire for every occasion.
James Taylor's meaningful ballad offers wise advice: “Shower the people you love with love!” Choral singers provide a warm backdrop to one or more featured soloists on the verses, then come to the forefront on the lovely refrain. Kirby's sweet and simple arrangement captures the breezy folk-rock feel using only a cappella voices. An accessible and tasteful setting for pop or concert groups.
“Brr! It's cold!” The popular standard has been revamped with new wintertime words for young singers. This swinging little charmer offers a bundle of advice on keeping warm in the winter, such as “wear your mittens” and “zip your jacket up tight.” Don't miss the free ChoreoTrax video (on alfred.com) for simple riser choreography.
This hot holiday single from Cher's Christmas album is a groovin' techno-pop earworm in her signature style. The driving, four-on-the-floor dance beat is guaranteed to bring the house down. Favorite part: when “It's cold outside, but it's warm in here” becomes “It's tough outside, but it's love in here!”
Kristin Chenoweth's cover of the beloved “frosted windowpanes” waltz inspired this arrangement, which sparkles with holiday nostalgia. A music box-like accompaniment supports lyrical vocal lines and expressive tempo changes that make for an impressive concert performance. Originally written for Frank Sinatra, this is a Christmastime standard not to be missed!
