Choral Choir (SSAA) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.928368 By Adele. By Adele Adkins and Tobias Jesso Jr. Arranged by Thomas J. West. A Cappella,Hip-Hop,Pop,R & B. Octavo. 16 pages. Thomas J. West #5896795. Published by Thomas J. West (A0.928368). This arrangement of one of Adele's chart-topping hits was originally commissioned by a treble voices barbershop chorus. It features a soprano lead vocal over a full SSAA chorus. The choral parts are written with a contemporary a cappella approach to the backgrounds that is still palatable by the avid barbershopper. Also a great piece to showcase your strong treble singers in a high school choral program. Parts are labeled in traditional barbershop style (tenor, lead, baritone, bass) but apply to the SSAA vocal ranges using the standard barbershop clefs (bass clef for alto parts). The bass part range is from Eb3 to Eb4. Tenor part range is from Eb4 to D5. www.thomasjwestmusic.com

Choral Choir (SSAA) - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.856241 By Sister Sledge. By Bernard Edwards and Nile Rodgers. Arranged by Liz Garnett. Contemporary. Octavo. 8 pages. Liz Garnett #5197047. Published by Liz Garnett (A0.856241). This arrangement of Sister Sledge's classic disco anthem of togetherness was created for Venus Effect, the first recipients of the Jen Mills award, which funds a quartet to commission a new arrangement in memory of Jen, a LABBS judge, coach and arranger who passed away far too young. I had helped Jen in her early years as an arranger, and she in turn had been Venus Effect's first coach, so we wanted this inaugural arrangement in her name to be a celebration of the bonds of love forged within singing organisations such as LABBS.

Choral Choir (SSAA) - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.749475 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by CAROLE PRIETTO. A Cappella,Christmas,Multicultural,World. Octavo. 2 pages. Carole Prietto #5742445. Published by Carole Prietto (A0.749475). The classic French holiday carol, in an arrangement suitable for barbershop groups at any level, either adults or young singers. The melisma at Gloria in Excelsis Deo is shared by the tenor (first half) and lead (second half), with contrasting words in the other parts.Arranger's website: https://caroleprietto.com.

Choral Choir,Choral (SSAA) - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1290533 Composed by Amelia Wellers. Arranged by Amelia Wellers. 21st Century,Chamber,Contemporary,Folk,New Age. 4 pages. Awelia Music #881249. Published by Awelia Music (A0.1290533). From the arranger: I first came across this traditional English folk ballad on the podcast mini-series “Dolly Parton’s America�. Dolly’s version was fast-based and up-beat, but the melody struck me as distant yet clear, mournful yet timeless. When I could not find a version that let the voice further explore these qualities, I made my own. The first exists on my record (WALLFLOWER by Aerhart), the second as a live solo act accompanied by a Yamaha Reface CS Synth, and the third as a Silver Dagger choral arrangement, made with and for the Young New Yorker's Chorus Treble Ensemble. The original Silver Dagger tune is a haunting memory in its spirit as much as its history (its many possible origins trace back to the early 1800s). To this day, we wonder whether it’s love, fear or both that sway our overprotected heroine’s decision to “sleep alone all of my life.� Despite her careful consideration, the melody never grants the finality of her decision. This arrangement holds this dissonance within a meditative space - a small moment of stillness in which to let all the big thoughts and emotions come and go. We begin with the memory of the melody, gather momentum and clarity in its pulsing visceral storytelling, then release it, unresolved yet somehow changed.

Voice (SSAA) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1240428 Composed by Anastasio Rossi. Arranged by Anastasio Rossi. A Cappella,Barbershop. Barbershop Quartet. 3 pages. Anastasio Rossi #835806. Published by Anastasio Rossi (A0.1240428). Think of the story behind this music as about a young lady who  just loves the waltz, and loves to sing and dance to its lilting triple time.  Her dancing partner is a dashing, ever so handsome young man, who sweeps her off her feet and takes her breath away with his charm and grace, as they float away on the wings of A Dance In Triple Time!I originally composed this piece as a little warm up ditty for my chorus, but as I worked the melody and the harmony, it grew into just a little bit more than a warm up exercise. We always enjoyed singing this little piece for our audiences. And they always enjoyed hearing it. One caveat; The lyrics go by quickly! Leads, use your best diction and pronunciation, so the story doesn't get lost. Harmony voices, keep the melody prominent, by always singing your la-las at least one dynamic notch below the melody!Choose the waltz tempo of your choice - very relaxed to very lilting in 1.  Base your choice on being able to deliver the lyrics with great clarity, especially in the faster passages. Be sure to observe the accelerandos, broadening tempos, a tempos, legatos, and staccatos. They all have much to do with delivering the style of this piece, especially the off beat la-las. Some pairs are staccato, in other pairs, the first la is legato, the second la is staccato.The metronome marks more accurately describe the accelerandos and broadenings. On the repeat at 11, a slight increase in the tempo will add urgency and intensity. Keep the melody prominent as it moves to different voices, beginning at 37. Maintain the crisp staccato harmony against the legato melody, and enjoy the change to full legato for all voices.  Anastasio Rossi May 2023Learning tracks are available at no cost from the composer: AAR@prodigy.net.

Voice (SSAA) - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1240885 Composed by Anastasio Rossi. Arranged by Anastasio Rossi. A Cappella,Barbershop,Singer/Songwriter. Barbershop Quartet. 3 pages. Anastasio Rossi #836278. Published by Anastasio Rossi (A0.1240885). Think of the story behind this music as about a young lady who  just loves the waltz, and loves to sing and dance to its lilting triple time.  Her dancing partner is a dashing, ever so handsome young man, who sweeps her off her feet and takes her breath away with his charm and grace, as they float away on the wings of A Dance In Triple Time!I originally composed this piece as a little warm up ditty for my chorus, but as I worked the melody and the harmony, it grew into just a little bit more than a warm up exercise.We always enjoyed singing this little piece for our audiences. And they always enjoyed hearing it. One caveat; The lyrics go by quickly! Leads, use your best diction and pronunciation, so the story doesn't get lost. Harmony voices, keep the melody prominent, by always singing your la-las at least one dynamic notch below the melody!Learning tracks are available at no cost from the composer: AAR@prodigy.net.