Choral Choir,Choral (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1379170 By Gerda Blok-Wilson. By Gerda Blok-Wilson. 21st Century,Chamber,Classical,Contemporary,Folk. 16 pages. CanSing #963847. Published by CanSing (A0.1379170). Embark on a musical odyssey with The Song My Paddle Sings by Gerda Blok-Wilson, a soaring SATB piece accompanied by piano. Inspired by E. Pauline Johnson's poem, this composition navigates the uncharted waters of anticipation, challenges, and the brave heart's call to adventure.With echoes of the wild spirit of exploration, let the shanty-like melody carry you through harmonies that mirror the courage to forge ahead into the unknown. Recording by the Rocky Mountain Chamber Choir.#MusicalJourney #SATBAdventure #PaddleSong #Nature #ShantyStyle #Riversong #RiverRhythms #GerdaBlokWilson #Canada #ChoralCanadaFor more SATB pieces, check out www.gerdablokwilson.caYoutube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GswMe-u4ODY Youtube: Cansing ChoralInstagram: gerdachoralcomposerFaceBook: Gerda Blok-WilsonTwitter: @BlokWilsonThreads: gerdachoralcomposer Email: gerda.blokwilson@gmail.com for information about individual practice files. Also, I’d love to hear a video performance of your choir. Please send to this email.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1242078 By Cansing Choral. By Gerda Blok-Wilson. Arranged by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Celtic,Comedy,Contest,Festival,Folk,Irish,Multicultural,World. Octavo. 12 pages. CanSing #837434. Published by CanSing (A0.1242078). This SATB arrangement of a traditional French rhyme is meant to be light hearted and humourous. A great piece for EARTH DAY, seasonal fall programs, food-oriented concerts or for just having a fun piece. Choirs are welcome to record but please also send a recording to gbwilson@cansing.ca. For more upper, lower and mixed repertoire visit: gerdablokwilson.ca.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1145408 By Vancouver Cansing Choir. By Gerda Blok-Wilson. Christmas,Classical,Contemporary,Folk,Multicultural,World. Octavo. 14 pages. CanSing #745653. Published by CanSing (A0.1145408). This expressive new choral setting by Gerda Blok-Wilson of Emily Dickinson’s poem “Hope� offers an original melody built on the Dorian mode. It provides many opportunities for building choral skills and developing vocal literacy (phrasing, vowel placement, breath support, and the use of solfege) and a way to build harmony in beginning choirs. The piece is supported by a piano accompaniment and optional soaring C instrument. The setting can be used for classroom or concert setting.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Digital Download SKU: A0.785897 By Avril Lavigne. By Avril Lavigne and Lukasz Gottwald. Arranged by CanSing. Film/TV. Octavo. 10 pages. CanSing #4999957. Published by CanSing (A0.785897). The lovely ballad was written by Avril Lavigne and Lukasz Dr. Luke Gottwald and recorded by Canadian singer/songwriter Lavigne. The song was also used on shows such as GLEE, GHOST WHISPERER and in the movie ERAGON. This accessible choral version for SA, SAB and SATB works wonderfully in any community or school concert program.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1178641 By Rocky Mountain Chamber Choir. By Gerda Blok-Wilson. A Cappella,Classical,Contemporary,Instructional,Multicultural,World. Octavo. 13 pages. CanSing #778603. Published by CanSing (A0.1178641). A delicate “folk-like� texture, this original SATB choral composition by Gerda Blok-Wilson and poem by Christina Rossetti, weaves through subtle colours to express joy and happiness. This would be a delightful piece at any choral concert.

Choral Choir (SATB divisi) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1253119 By Gerda Blok-Wilson. By Gerda Blok-Wilson. 21st Century,Chamber,Classical,Folk,Religious. Octavo. 14 pages. CanSing #846872. Published by CanSing (A0.1253119). Espero Ter a Dita-SATB a cappella with divisi. The combination of the traditional poem which expresses the longing to see Mary in heaven and Blok-Wilson's original composition provides a compelling and meaningful addition to choral performance programs. Its prayerful and uplifting nature makes it suitable for moments of reflection, introspection, or as part of a larger narrative within the concert program.   The piece was written for the St Patrick’s Regional High School touring choir for their summer tour to Portugal July, 2023.  www.gerdablokwilson.ca A combinação do poema tradicional, que expressa o anseio de ver Maria no céu, e a composição original de Blok-Wilson proporciona uma adição cativante e significativa aos programas de  performance coral.   Sua natureza orante e inspiradora torna-a adequada para momentos de reflexão, introspecção ou  como parte de uma narrativa mais ampla dentro do programa do concerto.   A peça foi escrita para o coro itinerante da St Patrick's Regional High School para sua turnê de verão em Portugal em julho de 2023. www.gerdablokwilson.ca.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.785900 Composed by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Contemporary,Instructional,Standards,World. Octavo. 13 pages. CanSing #5711201. Published by CanSing (A0.785900). The text is by E Pauline Johnson, a popular Canadian poet from the 19th and early 20th Century. The original title was Bird’s Lullaby. The poem expresses a love of nature in a beautifully expressive way. The rich harmonies and lulling rhythmic feel of the music will add to any advanced choral concert program. 

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.846804 Composed by Gerda Blok-Wilson. A Cappella,Celtic,Classical,Contemporary,Irish,Multicultural,World. Octavo. 9 pages. CanSing #453493. Published by CanSing (A0.846804). Premiered by the Eastern Horizon Choir: Choirs for Change, Halifax 2020. And original SATB Choral Composition by Canadian composer, Gerda Blok-Wilson, the piece is a wonderful choice for a concert program featuring social issues. These words and personal experience serve as an inspiration for writing The Wind will Carry my Song. Finding the message from difficult experiences and telling the story is difficult but can be empowering. It can also lead to helping a person through trauma and contribute to conversations and changes in social consciousness.

Choral Choir,Choral (4-Part) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1122178 Composed by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Arranged by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Children,Comedy,Folk,Halloween,Traditional. 7 pages. CanSing #723327. Published by CanSing (A0.1122178). Here's some SPOOKTACULAR music based on a traditional melody that is accessible for the classroom or concert hall. This 2-4pt piece with or without piano accompaniment can work with any combination of voices so that young, changing voices will fit easily into one of the parts. The ostinato harmony parts are easy but have many good learning concepts. Singers can add body percussion on the rests and movement to have even more fun.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Digital Download SKU: A0.785884 Composed by Gerda Blok-Wilson. A Cappella,Celtic,Christian,Contemporary,Sacred. Octavo. 5 pages. CanSing #3620455. Published by CanSing (A0.785884). The text is a translation (by Alastair MacLean) of the Celtic prayer. It beautifully captures a steadfast hope for every day. The music is easily accessible for church, high school or community choir at any time of the year.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Digital Download SKU: A0.785887 Composed by Gerda Blok-Wilson. A Cappella,Celtic,Contemporary,Folk,World. Octavo. 11 pages. CanSing #3620473. Published by CanSing (A0.785887). The traditional text was first documented in 1689 and comes from the British Isles. This original melody is hauntingly beautiful and tells the story of a young women’s lament about losing her heart. Accessible for any choir with a celtic feel.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.785919 Arranged by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Celtic,Christmas,Folk,Rock,World. Octavo. 10 pages. CanSing #6704581. Published by CanSing (A0.785919). This fun arrangement can be used for any Winter season concert or event. The traditional melody is combined with two short ostinato phrases that create a festive harmony for the main canon melody.The piece can be used for a processional/recessional, with multiple choirs singing or with a concert audience. The main melody is easy to teach to a group. This should be heard over the ostinato sections.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1163537 By Alexandra Y Adrian. By Achraf Jannusi, Alex Papaconstantinou, Bilal Hajji, Bjoern Djupstrom, Marc Anthony, and Samira Diabi. Arranged by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Instructional,Multicultural,Pop,World. Octavo. 13 pages. CanSing #761283. Published by CanSing (A0.1163537). This new upbeat catchy SATB Latin pop song encourages people to live their lives to the fullest and enjoy every moment. The lyrics talk about living in the present, taking risks, and not worrying about what others think-to dance, sing and enjoy life. It was written and performed by Marc Anthony and became an immediate hit when it was released in 2013. Gerda Blok-Wilson has arranged the piece for both SAB and SATB choir.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.785899 Arranged by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Celtic,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards,World. Octavo. 7 pages. CanSing #5711199. Published by CanSing (A0.785899). Sarasponda is sometimes considered a campfire song. It has origins in the Dutch tradition. Imagine singing the nonsense lyrics to the beat of a spinning wheel. It’s a rhythmically energetic song. Fun to sing for intermediate SATB and up.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.785889 By Enya. By Eithne Ni Bhraonain, Enya, Nicky Ryan, and Roma Ryan. Arranged by Gerda Blok-Wilson. Celtic,New Age. Octavo. 8 pages. CanSing #3626601. Published by CanSing (A0.785889). This accessible arrangement of Irish musician, Enya’s beautiful Echoes in Rain will be a versatile addition to any choir’s sacred or secular repertoire.  The lyrics describe the feelings of a long journey home and the alleluia celebrates the joy each day brings.