Vicki's Blog:
- June 6, 2010:
- I am so excited to start my new job at First United Methodist Church - Westchase. . . . .
- May 10, 2010:
- I am so happy to have been introduced to. . . .
- May 1, 2010:
- I am very pleased to launch a new website. . . .
- April 25, 2010:
- Searchable by voicing, its gonna be great!
- March 2, 2010:
- My new website is launching. . .
- February 15, 2010:
- I enjoyed the opportunity to observe the Houston Children’s Chorus. . .
February 15, 2012: What a pleasant surprise at the Texas Music Educator’s Association Convention in San Antonio, February, 2012. Thanks, Hal Leonard!
January 18, 2012: I just got an email this morning from someone in Spain telling me how much he enjoyed one of my pieces, Kyrie. How cool is that?
February 7, 2012: Thanks to all of my publishers. I hit 200 published titles at the end of 2011.
Featured Works:
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Children of the Light |
Unison/Two Part |
Lyrics by Bert Stratton |
Music by Vicki Tucker Courtney |
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Choral Music
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A Christmas Call To WorshipSATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton Composer: Vicki Tucker Courtney At the sound of the trumpet and three octaves of jubilant handbells your Christmas service is launched. This holiday proclamation has a cheerful neo-classical sound. The addition of Joy to the World adds just the right exclamation point to crown the anthem with thrilling purpose.Published by: Shawnee Press
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A Special Place For YouSATB J. W. Pepper Editors Choice 2009Heartwarming and full of gentle grace, this new communion moment works for groups of all sizes. Beautiful imagery and thoughtful arranging capture this sacred moment with sensitivity and grace.
Published by: Shawnee Press
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A Star in the EastSATB Arranged by Vicki Tucker Courtney Authentic style and sound covers this arrangement featuring material from the southern folk hymn tradition. Follow the Star of Bethlehem and with the Magi lay your finest gifts before the King. The optional instrumentation will add a distinctive timbre to your performance of this ancient but effective Epiphany carol.
Published by: Shawnee Press
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Above All, You Are My All in AllSATB An arrangement of “Above All” by Lenny LeBlanc and Paul Baloche and “You are My All in All” by Deniis Jernigan.Published by: Shawnee Press |
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Alleluia, Amen!SATB A syncopated, a cappella rhythm at the beginning and end, a fun arrangement of the familiar hymn, “Come, Christians, Join to Sing”.
Published by: The Lorenz Corporation
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All Glory, Laud, and HonorSATB A festive arrangement of the traditional hymn.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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© by Shawnee Press, Inc. |
An Advent AwakeningSATB A Celtic flavor and dancing rhythm for the season of lights.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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And I Shall Not Be MovedSATB Composed by Vicki Tucker Courtney Words by Barbara Furman
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Angelic Christmas FanfareSATB An arrangement of the traditional French carol “Gloria” with mixed meter and syncopation which creates energy through-out the piece, ending with the traditional chorus.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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Blessing After BlessingSATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton A gospel style piece for your Thanksgiving service or for general use. Easy to learn and fun to sing and play!
Published by: Shawnee Press
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Blessings of LoveSATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton A communion piece expressing unity and fellowship at the Lord’s table.Published by: Shawnee Press |
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Blizzard! SAB SATB A winter piece that tells the coming of the blizzard in a 6/8 meter with articulation, dynamic contrast, and an expressive piano accompaniment. A winner for winter concerts.
Published by: Shawnee Press
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Candlelight CommunionSATB A musical collaboration with the talented John Parker. A wonderful setting for any communion service.
Published by: The Lorenz Corporation
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Christmas Came to The WorldSATB J. W. Pepper’s Editors’ Choice 2011Revisit the night of miracles that brought hope and peace to the world. Evocative imagery mingles with great melody providing a special moment for your service.Published by: Shawnee Press
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Come Join the Holiday SeasonSATB Everyone will enjoy singing about holiday lights, fun with friends and family, and "dashing through the snow" with this rollicking expression of holiday cheer. An excellent choice for a holiday concert opener!Published By: BriLee
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Come to the Manger SATB Music by Vicki Tucker Courtney This beautiful Christmas prayer takes us from the whispers of the nativity to the confident proclamation of the Savior's birth. The pleasing meter has a delicate sway that is immediately compelling and when familiar strains enter the anthem, it concludes with a deep spirit of worship and awe.
Published by: Shawnee Press
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Christmas Creation SATB A charming lyric at Christmas time, “Every
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Come Join the Holiday Season SATB
Published By: BriLee |
© by Shawnee Press, Inc. |
Comin' Is A Glorious Light SATB, a cappella The hope of Advent is expressed by call and response in this authentic, original folk song. Very unique.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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© by Shawnee Press, Inc. |
Fare Thee Well SATB An arrangement of the traditional American folk song but crafted in the style of a tender, love ballad.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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Follow The Dream SATB A perfect choice for graduation or end of year. The text captures that part of all of us that dreams of reaching that far away star .
Published by: Alfred Publishing
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For All Good Things SATB A lovely anthem with a memorable melody incorporating This is My Father’s World makes this piece perfect for Thanksgiving.
J. W. Pepper Editors Choice 2009-2010.
Published By: Shawnee Press
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Fum, Fum, Fum! SATB J. W. Pepper Editors Choice 2009-2010.An arrangement of this popular Catalonian carol that brings to life the rhythms and dance-like quality while keeping the voices in limited range.Published by: BriLee Music
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Gentle Songs of Grace SATB J. W. Pepper Editor’s Choice for 2008
A nice communion piece, incorporating the two beloved hymns, “Amazing Grace” and “Grace, Greater Than All Our Sin”. It also offers an alternate, any Sunday, text.Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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Give Me the Eyes of a Child SATB Lyrics by Herb Frombach “My eyes are older now, and I may not see with the awe and wonder what a child might see. Give me the eyes of a child, Lord, to see beyond my aging years.” A wonderful choice for Home and family services as well as baptism and baptismal renewal. Published by: Abingdon Press |
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God Breathe SATB Words by Bert Stratton Music by Vicki Tucker Courtney In a relaxed, meditative 3/4, this beautiful prayer reminds the believer of the active presence of God's Holy Spirit in our daily lives. A modern day Psalm, it explores the healing power of God's sustaining companionship and our longing for the comfort and strength the Spirit provides. The accompaniment is rich, but not difficult and the accessible choral parts are beautifully reflective.
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Glory, Glory, Glory! SATB
A gospel styled, joyful Easter anthem with
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Hanukkah Flame Three Part Mixed/SATB This orginal piece paints the warm glow and message of the Menorah through lyrics and music. The optional violin adds to the ethnic feel of this flowing Hanukkah piece. Published by: Shawnee Press
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Holiday Craziness SATB Music by James Austin Lyrics by Bert Stratton The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is described in this seasonal offering from Bert Stratton and James Austin. It's not officially the holiday season without a certain amount of craziness in the mix! Published by: Carl Fischer |
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Hosanna and Blessing for Palm Sunday SATB A processional and a benediction for Palm Sunday. The processional, Hosanna, is an original text set to the hymn tune PLAINFIELD by Robert Lowry. And the benediction, Blessing, is original text and tune: “Let us think upon the music of His grace.”
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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How Great is This Love? SATB Lyrics by Herb Frombach The sweeping arrangement pairs O LOVE THAT WILT NOT LET ME GO with the title text. Useful throughout the year. Published by: Augsburg Publishing |
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How Many Are Your Works SATB A must for Thanksgiving or any Sunday, this piece incorporates “For the Beauty of the Earth” and provides an uplifting, march-like, spirited sound.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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How Many Noels? SATB and Unison Choir Poignant questions asked by a children’s choir or soloist – and each Christmas we are reminded. Incorporating “The First Noel”.
Published by: The Lorenz Corporation
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I Been in the Storm so Long SATB, a cappella J. W. Pepper’s 2005-2006 Editor’s Choice.An arrangement of the traditional spiritual with a wonderful solo intro, a walking bass line and fun tenor line.
Published by: Alfred Publishing, Inc.
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I'm Gonna Cross the River Jordan SATB J. W. Pepper Editors Choice 2011
An a cappella original with all of the ingredients of a traditional spiritual, this offers dynamic swells that keep the excitement high. Limited vocal ranges make for a compact, intense choral sound.
Published by: Carl Fischer
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Indescribable SATB An arrangement of the popular contemporary Christian song by Laura Story and Jesse Reeves incorporating “I Worship You, Almighty God” by Sondra Corbett-Wood. Parts are available for the instrumentation! |
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Jingle Jing! SATB/TWO PART Capture the spirited fun of winter holidays with this rhythmic piece.
J. W. Pepper Editors Choice 2009-2010.
Published by: Carl Fischer
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Kling GLÖCKCHEN SATB 2-Part SSA Three Part Mixed An arrangement of the traditional German Carol with an English text or the traditional German, if you so choose. Light and bright, a must for your winter concert.
Published by: Alfred Publishing,Inc.
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Like The Snow SATB SSA SAB This text calls us to come together in peace: “May we, like merging flakes of snow, come together and unite.” The music offers gentle, yet dramatic contrasts. A good choice for your Winter Concert.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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Lullaby of Worship SATB This warm and meaningful Christmas piece incorporates an original melody mixed with the Polish carol Infant Holy, Infant Lowly.
Published By: Shawnee Press
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Make a Jubilant Noise SATB Opt. 2 octave handbells Lyrics by Bert Stratton A celebratory song with a Palm Sunday text as well as a general text for any time of year. Appropriate as an introit or call to worship, too.
Published By: Shawnee Press
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Midnight Clear SATB a cappella This original Christmas spiritual is alive with the spirit of the season. And an easy learn for both the soloist and choir.
Published by: Alfred Publishing Co., Inc.
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Moonlight on the Manger SATB and Unison Choir A tender offering for Christmas utilizing the chorus of “O Come, All Ye Faithful”, ADESTE FIDELES.
Published By: The Lorenz Corporation
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Never Gonna Sit Down! SSATB An original spiritual that captures the essence of a classic spiritual with a text that delivers determination and solid choral writing.
J. W. Pepper Editors Choice 2009-2010.
Published by: Carl Fischer
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Noel Nouvelet! SSA An arrangement of the French carol that uses the instrumentation to create a medieval, Renaissance sound.
Published by: Alfred Publishing
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Now The Lord is With Us SATB Here is an ideal anthem for festival use or general programming. A memorable melody and appropriate vocal range ease the learning.
Published By: Shawnee Press
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© by Shawnee Press, Inc. |
O Precious Child of Bethlehem SATB A lovely Christmas piece that incorporates a short quote from the Wesleyan hymn And Can it Be.Published By:Shawnee Press
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Once and For All SATB A contemporary celebration of the reason for Christ’s birth, death and resurrection. Just listen . . . .Published by The Lorenz Corporation
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One Bread, One Cup, One Faith
Lyrics by Bert Stratton Beautiful melody joins with inspired words to truly capture the heart of this special moment in worship. Celebrate the banquet of grace with this lovely new composition for Communion. “Bless this table set with grace, one bread, one cup, one faith.” Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc. |
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Plenty -A-Music SATB A hand-clappin’ original spiritual.
Published by Hal Leonard Corporation
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River of Imagination SATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton
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Seeker's Carol SATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton Appropriate throughout the Christmas and Ephiphany season, this sensitive piece reflects the illumination that comes from a relationship with Jesus. Incorporates We Three Kings.
Published by: Shawnee Press
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Sounds of Christmas SATB Holiday cheer abounds in this charming selection from Vicki Tucker Courtney and Bert Stratton. In a gentle 6/8 meter, we are reminded that "the sounds of Christmas linger in our hearts throughout the year." A beautiful school selection for a holiday concert.Published By: Carl Fischer
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Sleep in Heaven's Peace SATB An elegant Christmas piece with a text that embraces the manger scene.Published By:
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Startin' to Rain SATB Two part A swingin’ original spiritual about Noah and the ark.Published by: Alfred Publishing
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Take a Stand SATB A cappella Lyrics by Bert Stratton "Pick the hill you're gonna stand on. Choose the mountain you will climb. Go out and find the spot you're gonna land on as you test your wings and fly..." This upbeat a cappella original delivers its message through music in a spiritual style, for graduation or any other time of year. Published by: Carl Fischer |
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Take Root in My Heart SATB An uplifting 6/8 meter set in a celtic styled
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Thanks is the Least We Can Give SATB This festive music in 6/8 is perfect for
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The Dover Cliffs SATB Lyrics by Herb Frombach Here's an attractive original in Celtic folksong style. The optional parts for flute, tambourine, hand drum and triangle add to the work's lilting, dance-like charm. "Come home, come home and be with me..." |
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The Garden of Gethsemane SATB The powerful and stirring story as Jesus Published by: Hope Publishing Company
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The Glory of Spring SATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton/Barbara Furman A celtic styled piece for Easter.
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The Journey SATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton A text that inspires greatness for those embarking on their next journey in life. Perfect for graduation.Published By: Alfred Publishing |
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The Kingdom of God SATB An arrangement of the traditional spiritual with a beautiful, lush, piano accompaniment.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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The Lass from the Low Country SATB A dramatic arrangement of this English folk song. A sophisticated piece with piano accompaniment. You’ll find it in the Lawson-Gould catalog of Alfred.
Published by Alfred Publishing Co., Inc.
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The Lonely Sea SATB SSA J. W. Pepper’s 2006-2007 Editor’s Choice. A very rubato piece with rich harmonies.Published by: BriLee Music Publishing Co.
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The One and Only God SATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton Music by Stewart Harris Arranged by Vicki Tucker Courtney This contemporary-styled anthem is immensely approachable for choirs of any size. The music engages the listener from the start with a memorable, highly energetic theme. A general statement of praise that can be used any time of the year by praise teams, youth choirs, or adult choirs. Published By: Shawnee Press |
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The Prodigal Prayer SATB A thoughtful text of repentance and redemption in this setting for Lent.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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The Silence Speaks SATB Lyricist: Herb Frombach Composer: Vicki Tucker Courtney This inspirational text is beautifully set for SATB voices. Moving seamlessly between unison and four-part singing, the text is painted with gentle strokes of melodic and harmonic nuances and is a wonderful example of dynamic contrast that teaches the singer interpretive abilities and quiet, full singing. Available separately: SATB, PianoTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:57.
Publisher: Shawnee Press
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The Sounds of Time SATB Music by James Austin Lyrics by Bert Stratton James Austin and Bert Stratton team up again with this tribute to the storied legacy witnessed by nature. "The more I listen the more I find this land is alive with the sounds of time." With accompaniment by piano, oboe, and percussion, "Sounds of Time" delivers an almost Celtic dance feel. Published by: Carl Fischer |
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The Way, The Truth, The Life Lyrics by Bert Stratton This anthem incorporates the beloved hymn, Amazing Grace, and is coupled with a message of perseverance. A great anthem for any time of the year. Published By: Shawnee Press |
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The Work of Christmas Begins SATB 2008 Top Seller for Shawnee PressAn adaptation of Howard Thurman’s book, “The Mood of Christmas and Other Celebrations”, the message is a call for all of us to respond to the meaning of Christmas; a powerful message.
Published by Shawnee Press, Inc.
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This is Our Place of Meeting with the GodSATB J. W. Pepper 2007-2008 Editor’s Choice.Chosen Number 6 of the “Select 20” pics by Creator MagazineCeltic style communion celebration that is fresh and different. Uplifting.
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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'Twas on One Sunday Mornin' SATB A must for a reflective, Easter sunrise Service. A sensitive arrangement of the traditional spiritual.
Published by Shawnee Press, Inc.
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Two Benedictions SATB “Finding Peace in Christ” is a warm, closing thought with flowing music; “Benediction Prayer” is a contemplative option to end a worship service. Both easily singable, they can be quickly memorized and used over and over.
Published by: Carl Fischer
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This Morning Paradise SATB Lyrics by Herb Fromach Inspired by the words of Margaurite Wiele, this picturesque work paints a beautiful nature scene as it unfolds in the quiet morning. Published by Carl Fischer
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We Celebrate the Birth of Spring SSA A piece that has a joyous flow that celebrates the arrival of spring! Great choice for Concert or Festival.
Published by: Carl Fischer
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Welcome Winter! SSA Music by Vicki Tucker Courtney J. W. Pepper’s 2006-2007 Editor’s Choice.A fun, blistery cold text and tune!
Published by: Hal Leonard Corporation
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Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life SATB An original tune to the timeless text by Frank Mason North (1850-1935).
Published by: Shawnee Press, Inc.
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Who is This King? SATB A lullaby to the infant King appropriate for the Christmas season, incorporating the seasonal hymn, “What Child is This?”.
Published by Alfred Publishing Co., Inc.
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WinterSong SSA A wonderfully expressive choral piece that focuses on the turning of autumn into winter.
Published by: Alfred Publishing,Inc.
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Winter Beautiful SATB Flowing melodic lines and beautiful lyrics will make this piece a perfect choice for winter concerts.
Published by: The Lorenz Corporationlisten and buy it! |
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Without Music SATB Lyrics by Bert Stratton
Published by: Carl Fischer |
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Zither, Zinga, Zing! Two part Finger-snappin’, toe-tappin’, swing style, jazzy piece. Perfect for concert.
Published by: The Lorenz Corporation
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