K JOS CHORAL GOLD Spring 2007 New Releases
MUSIC FOR THE CHURCH YEAR Celebrating 10 Glorious Years! Love Never Ends (9064) by Bradley Ellingboe SATB, Soprano Solo, Piano General/Communion Destined to become one of your favorites! This gracious setting of the beloved text, Love is patient, Love is kind, is an excellent choice for weddings, communions, or occasions of any season. The part for children s choir or soprano solo adds a wonderful top layer, singing Thank You, Lord, in Spanish, French, and Korean. Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing (9071) by John Helgen SATB, Piano/Organ General The well-loved text is set to an original melody that is attractive and easy to learn. Its rich and elegant choral writing will give this work long-term appeal. Uplifting The King of Love My Shepherd Is (9059) by Russell and Laura Farnell SATB, opt. Cello, Piano General A beautiful new melody for this familiar text based on Psalm 23. The gentle lilt of 4 3 meter is perfect as voices trade the melody, then join for a glorious declaration of Amen. Fanfare Gloria Deo (9069) by James Clemens SATB div. Unaccompanied General/Trinity Lively, canonic echos of Gloria alternate with powerful homophonic declarations of We believe in one God! Guaranteed to brighten gatherings of any season and especially well-suited for concerts and festivals. While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks By Night (9074) by Franklin Ashdown SATB, Piano/Organ, opt. Cello Christmas Radiant harmonies and noble rhythms infuse this traditional Christmas text with new life. The accompaniment adds a warmth that will stay with your congregation long after the worship service is over. When I Can Read My Title Clear (9058) arr. Gregory Pysh SATB, Sop. Sax or Instr. in C, Piano General Optional Saxophone A fresh take on this classic American hymn tune, complete with soprano saxophone or instrument in C, innovative piano writing, and choral parts that are a joy to sing. Stunningly effective! Lord, You Have Been Our Refuge (9066) by Daniel Nelson SATB, Piano General/Advent/Lent This new setting of Psalm 90 has an incredible palate of tonal colors! Sudden shifts of tonality and use of pentatonic scales recall Impressionism. The perfect choice for a moment of reflection in your next sacred service or concert setting. It Came Upon the Midnight Clear (9070) by & arr. Mark Patterson SATB div., Piano Christmas As shimmering piano evokes the stars of midnight sky, the choir sings original and lovely music in G Minor that perfectly illustrates the solemn stillness [of the] weary world. Ending in an uplifting spirit, the final verse is a glorious arrangement in B-flat Major of the traditional tune - a great way to have your entire congregation join in!
ANTHEMS FOR SMALLER CHOIRS Great Day (6332) Spiritual, arr. Doug Denisen 2-pt. Mixed, Sop. Solo, Piano General This exuberant arrangement is full of life and joy! Accessible to choirs of all sizes, ages and abilities, it s a quick learn, and is the perfect selection for choirs with limited rehearsal time. Also appropriate for treble choruses and male choruses. Includes several short solo opportunities for one or more soloists. Spiritual Easy Celtic Benediction (6337) by Sue Orrell Unison or 2-pt. Flexible, Piano General A unique setting of the text best known as Irish Blessing. Flexible voicing provides options for unison or two-part choirs of any age. Comfortable vocal ranges make this an excellent choice for a children s choir. Sing Praises to the Lord (6330) by Timothy Shaw Unison or 2-pt. Flexible, Instrument in C, Piano General A glorious declaration of God s steadfast love. The immediate appeal of the melody and rich accompaniment will engage chorus and congregation as one. Flexible voicing and very comfortable ranges make this anthem a great choice when you have fewer singers or very little rehearsal time. DREW COLLINS CHORAL COLLECTION CONCERT Desert Rose (C9306) by Drew Collins SATB div. Unaccompanied Close harmonies, lilting quarter-note triplets, and consistent legato help to suspend time in a mystical and extraordinary manner. The artistry of the poem and significant meaning of the text is well matched by the beauty of the music. WORSHIP None Other Lamb (C9307) by Larry Peterson SATB, Organ General This magnificent work perfectly captures the reverent tone of Rosetti s text as it implores listeners to place all hope in the Lamb of God, especially in times of great despair. Full of memorable melodies and rich harmonies that will leave your singers and listeners in awe. Perfect for concert, worship or festival use. HOLIDAY Of the Father s Love Begotten (C9303) arr. James Clemens SATB Unaccompanied An exquisite arrangement of the ancient plainsong melody. Tonal centers are sustained while the melody is passed between voices. Subtle rhythmic motives add interest as the work builds to a rich climax. GLOBAL What Child Is This (Greensleeves) (C9304) arr. Jameson Marvin TTBB Unaccompanied Not just for Christmas! With both the original secular folk song lyrics and the well-known Christmas lyrics appearing side-by-side, this arrangement may be performed at any time of the year. Voices intertwine with the melody in a way that is utterly engaging, especially in the moments featuring the tenor and bass soloists. The chorus begins gently, then builds to a powerful and convincing ending. TTBB
MUSIC FOR TREBLE VOICES Come and Sing! (6341) by Steve McManaman SSA, Percussion, opt. Piano Secular or Sacred A joy to sing! This contemporary call and response is appropriate for any age group, though especially effective with younger voices. A lively African drumming style of rhythmic syncopation serves as perfect accompaniment and can be modified to be simple or more complex. The perfect selection for any concert, contest, worship service, or festival. Jazzy Jolly Old Saint Nicholas (6331) arr. Laura Farnell SSA, Piano There s nothing old about the Saint Nicholas portrayed in this delightful arrangement for treble chorus! Syncopated boogiewoogie and swing-style rhythms infuse the familiar tune with an unmatched liveliness. Fun for singers and audiences alike, this is a must for your next winter concert. Long Time Ago (6333) arr. Jameson Marvin SSA Unaccompanied Jameson Marvin knows exactly how to make the voice shine while staying true to the origins of the tune. In this arrangement of the much-loved English ballad, syncopated counter-melodies dance around the steady melody, and varying textures help the music flow effortlessly. Goodbye, Old Paint (6340) arr. Stephen Caracciolo SA, Piano Cowboy Song Vocals stay true to the simple style of the traditional cowboy song as the accompaniment paints the text with gentle colorings of passing dissonance and suspended harmonies. The combination is magical. CHOIR STARTERS Ten American Folk Songs (VM10) by Joe Ambrosio Start every rehearsal with MUSIC! The well-loved tunes in Choir Starters are effective, enjoyable, and energizing ways to begin every rehearsal. Flexible voicing and thoughtful arranging provides options for ensembles of any age or voicing (including those with changing voices). Choir directors will appreciate the efficiency that Choir Starters brings to their rehearsals, and singers will jump at the chance to begin every rehearsal with real tunes! BONUS CD MUSIC FOR THE CHURCH YEAR 10 th Anniversary Top Ten for the Winter Season Plus
CHOIR STARTERS Ten American Folk Songs By Joe Ambrosio Choir Starters equips students for success, and helps teachers to effectively engage and train their choirs at the beginning of the rehearsal, semester and year. This collection has many uses for the music educator: VOCALISE. Each day s warm-up sequence can culminate in the singing of a Choir Starter. SUCCESS BREEDS SUCCESS. Choir Starters enables students to succeed from day one! VOICE DESIGNATION. Use Choir Starters as simple test pieces to help evaluate each students range and ability. MUSICIANSHIP. Choir Starters will help singers develop an ear for basic harmony and reinforce sight-reading skills. When a rehearsal ends earlier than planned, sing a Choir Starter (or two!) to productively round out the remaining time. TIME-ON-TASK. AMERICA S CULTURAL HERITAGE. America s musical legacy is ensured by teaching and singing treasured songs such as these. ASSESSMENT. Use Choir Starters in your grading process by having students sing duets of quartets. Round out a program for an outreach event with a Choir Starter. These arrangements may also be useful for young singers entering small-group contests or for an end-of-concert combined choir. PERFORMANCE. FUN. The songs in Choir Starters are fun to sing! Choir Starters (VM10) $5.95 Listen to full recordings of Choir Starters and many other chorals at www.kjos.com! Neil A. Kjos Music Company Publisher www.kjos.com
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