Classic Chorals for Concert and Contest
Agnus Dei
​​This beautiful setting of the traditional Latin text has been crafted into a gentle and lovely partner song. Designed to be sung by any combination of two-part voices, this piece provides an excellent opportunity to teach singing in Latin, and is an excellent choice for concert or contest.
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Bach Cantata
Bach Cantata Erwunschtes Greudenlict BWV 184, Duetto was commissioned by Kirsten Jordon and the Fort Bend Honor Choir for their appearance at the Texas Music Educators Conference in 2016. This beautiful 'duetto' works perfectly for any combination of 2 part voices. It is arranged with piano accompaniment and optional Flauto 1, 11- Violin 1, 11- Viola- and Continuo. It is available in the key of E and the key of D.
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Ballinderry
Melancholy Ballinderry is a beautiful Celtic folk song that tells the sad story of Mary, whose beloved Phelim is lost at sea. A violin part is included with the flowing piano accompaniment, making this a lovely multicultural selection for SSA voices.
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Beyond a Dream
The tragic 2009 Haitian earthquake devastated the lives of many children in that country. Beyond a Dream incorporates the lovely Haitian lullaby Fais do do with Jill’s original music to create a heartfelt message of hope for the future of the Haitian people and all mankind. Phonetic subtext is provided for the Haitian words. “Beyond a dream, a world I see where every child walks proud and free, and knows no pain or poverty…”
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* Bound for Australia * NEW!
This spirited traditional sea chantey will captivate the imagination and spirit of choristers and audiences alike with its clever and catchy lyrics and lilting driving rhythms. A Piccolo part has been added to enhance the flavor of this fun to sing octavo!
Available 3 part mixed, 2pt with piano and piccolo. Also Complete Choral Kit.
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Cantate Domino
One of a number of short motets written by Italian composer, Claudio Monteverdi, this madrigal style for six voices has been set for SSA, carefully weaving selected vocal lines from the original to create this stylistically authentic edition using both energized and legato singing.
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Celebrate the Differences
If we could just teach one another to love, honor, cherish, and respect each other, what a wonderful world we could create! That sentiment was the inspiration for this song, and what better way to deliver this message than through the magical medium of music! Extended character education, lesson is included within the score. Available in 3-part mixed and 2 part voicings.
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Come Lift Your Voice
This lively opener shares an uplifting message of the joy of music. Its bouncy melody and bright harmonies are just right for the lyrics: “Let’s sing a song of joy and gladness; come lift your voice and sing!”
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Come, Lovely Spring
“Come, lovely spring, and merrily make the flowers bloom once more. And let us find the violets bright that spring holds gently in store…” This delightful setting, is equally appropriate for winter, spring, festival or concert situations and a great opportunity to introduce the music of Mozart to your young singers!
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Gia il Sole dal Gange
This standard Italian art song by Alessandro Scarlatti adheres exactly to the original piano and vocal lines. Jill Gallina has enhanced the arrangement with the addition of a second soprano and an alto vocal part that keep with the inherent harmonies of the original. A beautiful selection for women’s voices.
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Heave Away Me Jollies
Heave Away Me Jollies is a traditional sea chantey from Newfoundland. The joyful rollicking feel of the chantey lends itself to the hand claps and foot stomps included in the choral arrangement. They should be performed with gusto and spirit! During the instrumental sections, feel free to improvise and embellish with added choreography such as adding step dancing or Irish jig style dance set in front or to the side of the choir. Be sure to end the piece with a powerful accented “Heeyah! Available in SATB, TBB, 3 pt mixed and 2 pt.
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* His Masterpiece * NEW!
His Masterpiece was commissioned by Dr. Robert Oster, Director of the Lakewood Area Choral Society to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the choral societys inception.We jointly decided that the theme be centered around the word music as it relates and touches all of us so deeply and profoundly. The lyrics for His Masterpiece evolved literally from this desire to write something unique, memorable, and touching on my own personal connection to the significance of music and where the true flow of inspiration genuinely begins. The lyrics to the song are printed separately in the score, and it is suggested that as part of your performance, copies be printed and distributed to the audience. The lyrics to the song truly say it all and as the closing lyrics state: I am one small voice you see, but through His grace and majesty, Hes lovingly inspired me and now He has bestowed through me His Music, His Masterpiece, His Music." Available in SATB voicing with piano accompaniment.
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* Luli, Luli * NEW! Ukrainian Lullaby
The gentle melancholy and haunting Ukrainian Lullaby, Luli, Luli, is a poignant, yet sad and solemn contrast to the world that Ukrainians must face each day in their lives. In writing the original lyrics and melody as a counterpoint to this beautiful lullaby, it is my wish to both bring awareness to the plight of the Ukrainian people and also my prayer that the day will come when every women, man, and child can awaken to a world filled with peace and promise. Available in 2-Part and SAB/SATB voicings with optional violin. An enunciation guide and transliteration of lyrics is included in the score of this embellished partner song.
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My Mother Bids Me Bind My Hair
Also known as A Pastoral Song, this is the third in Franz Joseph Haydn’s set of Six Canzonettas. Though bright and cheerful in its setting, the lyrics sadly lament that “those we love are gone.”
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Ode to Peace
Here is a selection from Jill Gallina’s Classics for Children Series. The music from Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony (Choral) finale – “Ode to Joy” – is the basis for this ingenious partner song. In “Ode to Peace” Jill takes the beloved Beethoven melody and adds original lyrics with partnered melody. There are teaching and performance notes on the history of the Symphony, Level I brass accompaniment and a hopeful message of peace for humankind. This is ideal as a festival finale for kids and adults, combined choirs with brass, in schools and in churches, any program, any time.
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On Wings of Song
For two-part or three-part treble voices, Jill Gallina has once again crafted a masterful partner-song using the romantic music of Mendelssohn. “On Wings of Song” is an impressive spring concert, contest, or festival piece for upper elementary, middle school, or high school treble choirs. Available: 2-part/SSA, Accompaniment & Performance CD.
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A Peaceful Allelu
A wonderful choice as a concert feature or closer, “A Peaceful Allelu” invites us to “Live each day with love and grace and make this world a better place.” For two-part mixed or treble choirs, this offers a heartfelt message that is appropriate throughout the year. Very nicely done!
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Pie Jesu
This famous movement is the soprano aria from Fauré’s Requiem in D minor, Op. 48. Beautifully arranged for SSA voices, Jill Gallina retained the serene melodic sound while adding full, three-part harmonies, keeping the harmonic intent of the original. A lovely addition to your women’s choral library. Available Separately: SSA, PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:49.
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Sanctus-Faure
From his best known larger work Requiem in D minor, Fauré’s Sanctus is set here for 3-part mixed and SSA voices. Many of the movements from the Requiem have been used in movies and television, making it likely that your young singers have heard parts of it before. This choral arrangement makes a beautiful selection for concert and festival.
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* Sing a Song of Peace * NEW!
Jill Gallina is well known for her expertise in writing partner songs. Here she has partnered the familiar “This Is My Country” with a sensitive peace text. Dramatic and inspirational, yet very singable, “Sing A Song Of Peace” will add that special reflective moment to your program.
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Sing a Spring Song
Using Mendelssohn’s music from Songs Without Words as introduction and interlude music, this original music and text by Jill Gallina is a wonderful selection for your spring concert. The verses in simple unison and the choruses in harmony are repeated to help retention so your chorus members can easily learn and love this piece.
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Sing to the Lord With Joyful Spirit
In this celebratory choral, each part sings its own melody which later combine in partner-style form. It’s an excellent choice for smaller choirs and younger singers learning to harmonize as well as to sing independently and in unison. The lyric uses English and easy Latin phrases to make learning quick while giving the opportunity for musical development.
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Slumber Song
“Slumber, slumber, tiny precious treasure; gently rocking at your mother’s side…” An anonymous text, a partner melody by the arranger, and the classic Wiegenlied fit together beautifully in this skillful adaptation for two-part voices and piano. A first-rate selection for young choirs, it is a wonderful introduction to the music of Franz Schubert. Highly recommended!
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Sonntag
Brahms’ radiant Lieder is crafted into this lovely SSA choral work. Unison singing establishes the melody then breaks off into three-part harmony. Individual part-singing in the second verse makes this small masterwork an excellent teaching piece as well as a performance gem.
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Times and Seasons
"Times and seasons, rhymes and reasons, everything has a place you see. 'Cross the nation, all creation can live together peacefully." The lyrics of this gentle and thoughtful choral speak acceptance and the message that "for everything there's a purpose and we must learn to let them be." Available in 3-Part mixed and 2 part voices any combination.
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To Shorten Winter’s Sadness
A cappella ,originally composed for five voices, this delightful English madrigal works very well for developing voices in three parts. Sung a cappella or with keyboard reduction, it’s a wonderful introduction to the madrigal style. There are more than enough “Fa la la la la” phrases to fill every heart with holiday cheer!
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Venga Nel Nostro Coro
Venga Nel Nostro Coro, alternatively called Canone, was originally a 4-part canon or round written by Antonio Salieri from Canons for Unaccompanied Voices. Loosely translated it means “come to the choir.” The lyrics invite those with “difficulty to come to the choir with the promise of happiness and peace.” A joyful statement indeed for the happiness that singing together can bring!
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We Shepherds Sing
A cappella Carefully adapted from the original madrigal for five voices by Thomas Weelkes, this three-part mixed edition works well for young singers. It’s an excellent way to introduce madrigal singing to younger voices.
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Whilst Youthful Sports
Thomas Weelkes’ bright, happy a capella madrigal is two minutes’ worth of a cappella fun for developing choirs. With plenty of “Fa la la la la” phrases and a rehearsal piano part, this is an excellent teaching piece for singing in madrigal style.
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Widmung
One of Robert Schumann’s best-loved songs is available for your SSA voices. The beautiful text speaks of the many emotions true love encompasses while the key has been lowered to accommodate the added vocal harmonies. Lovely and appealing for women’s voices. Available separately: SSA, PianoTrax CD (35027473). Duration: ca. 2:30.
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Weigenleid
This cradlesong exemplifies the beauty of simplicity. Partnering Mozart’s Wiegenlied with original words and melody, Jill Gallina has once again created a lovely concert moment that is accessible even to the youngest of elementary school choirs. A wonderful practice piece for learning phrasing, legato singing, and soft dynamics, Wiegenlied is pure and pristine.
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Wie Melodien Ziech Es Mir
Designed for the Classics for Children Series, this lush art song by Johannes Brahms was originally written for solo voices and has been crafted into a 2-part arrangement. The lovely melody and harmonic structure remains and Jill Gallina’s arrangement of “Wie Melodien Zieht Es Mir” is suitable for children’s choirs or any 2-part ensembles.
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* Two Opera Selections * NEW!
With two contrasting selections under one cover from the opera "Hansel and Gretel," your two-part choir can explore the style and background of the work while enjoying the performance. The elegant Evening Prayer is harmonically rich, while the upbeat and playful Won't You Come and Dance with Me offers simple choreography and a fun-to-sing texture. Charming!
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