Choral Choir (Mixed) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782809 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. Instructional. Octavo. 24 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3516751. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782809). The purpose of this series of sight-singing exercise books is to give choir directors supplemental materials with which to strengthen the reading skills of singers.These exercises may be used in a variety of ways, starting with unison choir, then two part, then switching parts, etc… to maximize the exercises’ content. No texts are provided, so that the singers may use neutral syllables to focus on tone, or solfege, numbers, or rhythm syllables, depending on the system the teacher uses.This volume contains 20 exercises, using common rhythmic patterns in 6/8, 6/4, and 9/8, with some exercises in 12/8, and then 5/8 and 5/4.  Volume 1A includes only longer note values, B introduces eighths and sixteenths, and D will introduce melodic minor.Volume 1 (ABCD)- Diatonic Seconds Volume 2 (ABCD) - Diatonic ThirdsVolume 3 (ABCD) - 1-5-1, octave leapsVolume 4 (ABCD) - FourthsVolume 5 (ABCD) - FifthsVolume 6 (ABCD) - SixthsVolume 7 (ABCD) - SeventhsVolume 8 (ABCD) - Chromatic intervalsIn general, the exercises give some direction for articulation, dynamics, and tempo. Though these are optional, the more notation detail the singers pay attention to, the greater their skill will be in reading all the notation on the page. In some cases, vagueness in these instructions leaves opportunities for singers to decide how to articulate, what tempo might be appropriate, and how loud or soft to sing.If you discover any errors, please notify me, and then give your singers a chance to figure out what the error is! Nick Palmerwww.nicholaspalmer.comnicholasdpalmer@gmail.com

Composed by Nicholas Palmer. 21st Century, Funeral. Score. 8 pages. Published by Nicholas Palmer Music (S0.259761). - Score - 21st Century,Funeral - Nicholas Palmer Music

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1093233 By Jonas Brothers. By Connor McDonough, Joel Estevan Castillo, Marc Sibley, Nathan Cunningham, and Riley McDonough. Arranged by Nicholas Palmer. Christmas,Contemporary,Holiday,Jazz,Pop. Octavo. 7 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #697300. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.1093233). The Jonas Brothers introduced this sentimental Christmas song in 2021. The jazzy harmonies will remind you of the old fashioned American carols from the 1940s and 50s. This SATB setting is a great addition to your Christmas program and will surely be a favorite for years to come. There are some optional divisi to accommodate second sopranos and second tenors. Chord symbols are included to allow for performance with bass and guitar.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Digital Download SKU: A0.782711 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. Sacred. Octavo. 3 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3222479. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782711). The traditional hymn for Communion written by Thomas Aquinas.  It is written in Latin and involves some divisi.  The setting is dramatic and expressive.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Digital Download SKU: A0.782708 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. Contemporary,Spiritual. Octavo. 8 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3222449. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782708). Do not stand at my grave and weep is a new setting of Mary Frey's touching poem, which speaks in the voice of the deceased, in tones of comfort and peace to those who are left behind.  This setting is lush and expressive, requiring only four parts, but allowing for some occasional divisi.  There is another version of this same title available on this site which has more complex divisi parts, for those with singers capable of these.  A piano reduction is available.

Choral Choir (SATB divisi) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782803 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. A Cappella,Easter,Sacred,Spiritual. Octavo. 8 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3457501. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782803). Pange lingua gloriosi proelium is perhaps a lesser known text than the Pange lingua that is sung on Holy Thursday, even though it apparently pre-dates it. This setting is somewhat minimalist, modeled on Arvo Pärt's tintinnabulum style.  The piece works as a processional for Lenten and Holy Week concerts or devotional choral services for Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, feasts of the Holy Cross, and other occasions.  Piano is used in this version, but it could be sung entirely a cappella. .

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782705 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. Contemporary,Romantic Period,Spiritual. Octavo. 8 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3222445. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782705). Do not stand at my grave and weep is a new setting of Mary Frey's touching poem, written in the voice of the deceased, giving peace to those who remain behind.  The music is lush and expressive, bringing the sense that love transcends death, and that death is not the end.  This version involves multiple divisi.  A simpler version with optional divisi is also available.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Digital Download SKU: A0.782710 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. Christmas,Sacred. Octavo. 5 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3222467. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782710). A new Christmas text is set to a beautiful four part choral setting with piano accompaniment.  The moment is Christmas Eve, and the singers ask the night, the stars, and the chilly air to bring the wonder of Christmas from the distant past to the present.  The setting is quiet and lush, with an expressive accompaniment.  The singers (and conductor) will love making it their own.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1104186 By Matchbox Twenty. By Rob Thomas. Arranged by Nicholas Palmer, ASCAP. Contemporary,Pop,Singer/Songwriter. Octavo. 10 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #707418. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.1104186). Rob Thomas is known for writing expressive and evocative songs, great vocals, and great musicians in his band. This song appears in recordings from a few different concerts and performances, each with variations in rhythms and accompaniments. This arrangement tries to capture the feeling of the different performances, the intimacy of the verses, and the powerful singing called for in the choruses. There are optional opportunities for short solos, or at the director's discretion, even whole verses available for the right soloist. The text of this song speaks of how mental illness can affect a person, but don't shy away from this serious subject with any worry that singers might find it too heavy or depressing. Singers will readily adjust to the subject matter and sing it with the variety of character the song demands.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1092440 By Norah Jones. By Norah Jones. Arranged by Nicholas Palmer. Christmas,Contemporary,Holiday,Jazz,Pop. Octavo. 8 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #696532. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.1092440). Norah Jones released a Christmas album in 2021 and this original song stands out for its tenderness and poignancy. This is a great selection for that quiet moment in your Christmas concert. The solo vocal/piano/guitar arrangement, available on this site, adheres as close as possible to the original. This arrangement for SATB choir works best with accompaniment, but can also be performed successfully a cappella. The original cello part from the track is indicated in the score as well, for those that would like to use the added color. See also the SSAA arrangement of this piece.

Choral Choir (Mixed) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782805 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. Instructional. Octavo. 24 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3490147. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782805). SIGHT-SINGING EXERCISES - SA/TB - Volume 1BDiatonic seconds and repeated notes; eighth notes and sixteenth notesThe purpose of this series of sight-singing exercise books is to give choir directors supplemental materials with which to strengthen the reading skills of singers.  These exercises may be used in a variety of ways, starting with unison choir, then two part, then switching parts, etc… to maximize the exercises’ content. In general, the exercises give some direction for articulation, dynamics, and tempo.  Though these are optional, the more notation detail the singers pay attention to, the greater their skill will be in reading all the notation on the page.  In some cases, vagueness in these instructions leaves opportunities for singers to decide how to articulate, what tempo might be appropriate, and how loud or soft to sing.Volume 1 series - Diatonic secondsVolume 1 - mixed rhythms and meters reviewVolume 1A - Quarter, half, whole, dotted half note rhythmsVolume 1B - Eighth and sixteenth notesVolume 1C - Compound and mixed metersVolume 1D - melodic minor  

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782778 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Nicholas Palmer. Sacred. Octavo. 25 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3375423. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782778). Occasionally, a festive setting of Amazing Grace is needed for a particular celebration.  This setting gives full voice to the ecstasy of the text, with brilliant brass fanfares and soaring descants.  The choir (or a soloist) has a moment to shine in an easy to learn choral verse (optionally sung with congregation and organ).  All parts are included, with permission to reprint as needed. .

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782838 By The Goo Goo Dolls. By Brad Fernquist, Jim McGorman, and John T Rzeznik. Arranged by Nicholas Palmer. Rock. Octavo. 8 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #6665709. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782838). Add a contemporary pop gem to your Christmas program!  This catchy tune and charming lyric is arranged for SATB chorus and can successfully be performed by SA or SAB.  The somewhat advanced piano part adds rhythmic energy to the powerful refrain and bridge while providing an understated accompaniment to the quieter verses.  .

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782791 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. Instructional. Octavo. 25 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3382693. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782791). A set of twenty (20) exercises for SATB choir, step-wise motion, with the gentle introduction of 1 to 5 leaps in the bass.  Rhythms at the beginning of the collection are simple, and at the end of the collection, rhythms in compound meters are introduced.  These exercises were written with the idea in mind that the students always need more practice at it!

Choral Choir (SATB divisi) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782804 Composed by Nicholas Palmer. A Cappella,Contemporary,Easter,Sacred. Octavo. 8 pages. Nicholas D Palmer #3478457. Published by Nicholas D Palmer (A0.782804). In my heart, I know that my redeemer lives is a setting of the funeral sentence from the Anglican and Episcopal Prayer Books.  The piece is suitable for funerals, but also for the Easter season, any occasions of memorial, or Sundays with readings about eternal life, resurrection, trust in God's goodness, or triumph over persecution.  This motet is scored for a cappella voices, with men and boys choirs in mind, but, of course, usable with any treble choir, or SATTBB ensemble.  The harmonies are lush, and for the most part, the piece is homophonic.  See the SATB version with optional divisi for a simpler arrangement.  Listen to the audio file to get an idea of the pace and sound of the piece.