A La Nanita Nana
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This hauntingly beautiful arrangement of the Traditional Spanish carol features the gentle feel of a lullaby and an interesting mixture of major and minor modes. Both Spanish and English lyrics are used, and a pronunciation guide is included.

Now available in multiple voicings; suitable for school or church use. Originally published in Ruthie's musical, "It's Christmas Everywhere."


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African Lullaby
View Two Part score page 8, page 9
The beautiful Ugandan lullaby "Mwana Wange" is accompanied by piano and optional percussion in this tender, timeless song of the nativity adapted and arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram. It paints a touching and gentle picture of the intimacy of Mary and the Christ child.  Appropriate for medium to small choirs, this piece can be used throughout the Advent and Christmas season, but is especially poignant in a Christmas Eve setting.  Available in two voicings (gentle percussion included in the score), suitable for church or school use.

All God's Children Gotta Sing!
This versatile collection compiled by Lloyd Larson is designed with the needs of small choirs or those with limited rehearsal time in mind. It is ideal for intergenerational choirs, senior adult choirs, or any group of people who love to sing. Composers include Ruth Elaine Schram, Lloyd Larson, Mary McDonald, Larry Shackley, Jean Anne Shafferman, and Natalie Sleeth.

Songs include: "Fount of Every Blessing" (Larson); "Go Ye Therefore" (McDonald); "Good and Simple Gifts" (Sleeth & Shafferman); "Lord, I Know I Been Changed" (Shackley); "My Shepherd Will Supply My Need" (Larson); "Sing a New Song to the Lord" (Sleeth & Shafferman); "Stand Up!" (McDonald); and "That Promised Land" (Schram). Accompaniment CD available.

All Things
Based on Philippians 4:13, this original anthem applies a powerful scripture passage to every day situations our children face, a message worthy of being remembered for life. This piece offers opportunities to teach your children's choir sustained, legato singing, while creative use of melody helps you teach ear training and intervals. An optional flute part is included and an expertly recorded accompaniment track is also available, for extra sparkle! An anthem resources package is available including a teaching plan, activity pages, visuals and much more.

This work is exclusively available from Dot Music Resources at the links in the table below.

Alleluia Cantate
Suitable as a call to worship or anthem during the service, this joyous celebration of music is partly set as a round, making it easy to learn with minimal preparation while sounding deceptively difficult.

Free MP3 part-by-part rehearsal aids and accompaniments are available from the publisher.

Alleluia, Praise His Name
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This beautiful, enduring praise anthem will be a favorite of your choir and congregation! The simplicity of the text is underscored by fluid accompaniment. Scored for SAB with a fourth part cued in the bass clef to easily adapt it for SATB choirs.

Angels Watching Over Me
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Equally suitable for church or school use, this delightful melding of three spirituals allows opportunities for young, developing choirs to create beautiful tone quality while preparing for an artistic performance. The comforting message of guardian angels watching over us begins with "All Night, All Day," then glides into "In the morning, when I rise ..." and concludes with "Every night when the sun goes in ... Angels watching over me...." For mixed or treble voices.

Blessed Assurance
View score page 1, page 2, page 6
"Blessed Assurance" (incorporating the beloved hymn by Fanny Crosby and Phoebe Knapp) is a joyous proclamation of God's faithfulness and our trust in His provision for our salvation.  The gospel feel gives the song its lilt that is fun to sing and hear.   Suitable for use any time during the church year, and written in two part treble voicing, it is accessible for mixed choirs (suggestions for voicings are given), treble voices, senior adults, youth, women's or men's choirs.  Ranges are moderate and much of the song is in unison, unison with descant or countermelody.  There is minimal part writing, so it can be easily and quickly prepared when rehearsal time is limited.

Candlelight Christmas Garden
A Christmas musical play for unison or two-part voices

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The Case of the Reluctant Innkeeper
Bethlehem court is in session with the Honorable Judge Jody Justice presiding! It's the People vs. a certain "reluctant" innkeeper ... reluctant to give a certain young couple a room for the night, that is. Sam Shepherd is the prosecuting attorney who's out to get to the bottom of this case by calling key animal witnesses to the stand. Eventually it is revealed that the greatest miracle of all happened the night before, and God can always turn things around for good!

Perfect for grades K - 4, this 20 minute, easy to prepare and present musical by Mark Cabaniss and Ruth Elaine Schram, orchestrated by John DeVries, can be performed with as few as eight children or many more. The verdict is in ... "The Case of the Reluctant Innkeeper" will delight and inspire your church and community with the joyous message of Christmas!

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Christmas With the Angels
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Cleverly combining two Christmas Spirituals, Chatter With the Angels and Mary Had a Baby, with the beloved carol He Is Born, the result is a darling offering to the Christ Child for children's or youth choirs. The use of optional chimes or finger cymbals creates a wonderful, shimmering effect and adds to the simplicity and charm of this anthem. Orchestrated by Tim Hayden, a delightful Accompaniment CD is also available.

Come to Earth, O Tiny King
View score page 1, page 2, page 3
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Written in the style of the holiday favorite "Dance of the Reed Flutes" from "The Nutcracker Suite," this celebration in song is fun for kids of all ages! Combine your singers with 8 bells or chimes and hear the sounds of the Christmas season come alive! Sung in unison or in 2 easy (equal) parts, this selection for young voices is superbly constructed to teach important singing skills (such as pitch-matching) in an enjoyable way. Delightful, sparkling accompaniment track orchestrated by Tim Hayden is available as well to make your presentation delightful for all.

Come with Thanksgiving
Simple yet stately, this anthem based on Psalm 100 works perfectly for any service of thanksgiving or praise. A straightforward piano accompaniment blends nicely with the vocal parts, offering excellent melodic support throughout the piece. An Accompaniment / Performance CD is available.

Dry Bones
View score page 3, page 8
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The well-known spiritual has been arranged for voices of all ages, with the familiar ascending chromatic key changes in the first section and the descending modulations in the latter section.  Optional guitar, bass and drum parts are included in the score; suitable for church or school use.

Fa La La Noel
"A la Media Noche;" "Deck the Hall;" and "Noel Nouvelet" represent three nationalities in this bright medley. With a quick-moving pace and pulse in two, the first "fa la la" establishes the festive mood. This work intriguingly mixes major and minor modes to keep your choir on their toes and the listener engaged! For treble or mixed voices; Performance / Accompaniment CD available singly or on the compilation CD.

For the Beauty of the Earth
View SATB score page 5
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The text of the classic Hymn tune is set to beautiful new music by Ruth Elaine Schram.   Arranged for multiple voicings, suitable for church or school use.  Would be particularly meaningful sung by children in the Springtime.

Gather Round and Sing
Collection of six rounds for Two Part and Three part Children's Choirs. Spanning the entire church year and covering a broad range of general and seasonal applications including Advent, Baptism, Child or Family Dedication, Christ the King Sunday, Christmas, Eastertide, Lent, Mother's Day, Father's Day, or Children's Day, Spring, Thanksgiving, and Valentine's Day.

Gifts At the Manger
View score page 5, page 6
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Charming offering blends the beloved carol Away In a Manger with The Friendly Beasts in a delightful work for Unison or Two Part choirs. Children and adults alike will enjoy singing this arrangement by Ruthie Schram. Particularly sweet for children on Christmas Eve. An optional narration quoting scripture is the perfect lead-in to set a worshipful mood.

Gloria and Alleluia
View score page 1, page 6
Set of two a cappella songs for young voices, perfect for contests, festivals and concerts. Gloria is up tempo and rhythmic, set in F major. The Alleluia is legato and melodic, set in D minor, and has two endings to choose from to suit your group.

Glory Land Hallelu
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This energetic medley combines two traditional choruses, "Praise Ye the Lord, Hallelujah," and "Do Lord," sprinkled with references to Handel's "Hallelujah" Chorus! Lively choral call-and-response makes this the ideal piece for teaching choirs to part-sing, and its flexible voicing is great for both treble and mixed choirs of all ages. Speech chorus and stomps and claps add to the toe-tapping fun! Tim Hayden's delightfully orchestrated CD accompaniment track is available.

Good News!
Two delightfully uplifting spirituals, "Good News" and "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" are partnered in this swing-style, upbeat arrangement for Two-Part Any Combination voices (suggestions given for mixed voices). Expertly crafted for beginning part singers or small, volunteer choirs, it opens with one spiritual, introduces the second, then partners them in the final section. Equally useful in a school or church setting, "Good News!" is a toe tapping, fun choice for both concerts and worship services.

Guide My Wayfaring Feet
In this inventive arrangement, Ruth Elaine Schram has paired the spirituals "Wayfaring Stranger" and "Guide My Feet." Each haunting melody flows seamlessly throughout the expressive vocals and accompaniment, and flexible voicing options allow for SATB, SAB, or Two-part choirs to perform this creative selection at any time of the year.


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He Is Born
View score page 2, page 3
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This lovely Ruth Elaine Schram setting of the French carol exudes the beauty of the Christmas season. Sensibly and accessibly scored for Two-part voices, piano and optional flute (included), the natural joy of the text will come shining through.

Heaven!
This bright, upbeat pairing of the spirituals "I Ain't Gonna Grieve My Lord No More" and "I Got Shoes" features call and response and simple harmonies supported by a fun, rhythmic piano accompaniment. It is a superb choice for young and developing choirs, and would be very effective in a worship setting.

The Holly and the Ivy
Combined with an additional original melody, Ruthie Schram offers this simply joyful and supremely easy art-song setting of the familiar carol for treble voices. Optional Flute part included in score is the perfect complement to this Partner song.

Free MP3 part-by-part rehearsal aids and accompaniments are available from the publisher.

Hymn of Thanks
Gentle setting of Psalm 100 by Linda Walker and Ruth Elaine Schram is set in minor mode with optional Flute or other C-instrument, and flows with simplistic beauty. The mood created with the use of the minor key is unique and refreshing. Set for Three Part voices in any combination; works beautifully for mixed voices, ladies' voices or advanced children's choirs. Originally published by Shawnee Press.

Dot Music Resources offers the anthem as well as an anthem resources package which includes a teaching plan, activity pages, visuals and much more. (Available at the links in the table below.)

I Will Serve You
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Commissioned by the Chancel Choir of First United Methodist Church, Anniston, Alabama, in honor of James Roberts' 25 years as organist, this lovely anthem incorporates his favorite hymn, "For the Beauty of the Earth" by Folliot S. Pierpoint and Conrad Kocher. Unison children begin by stating this hymn text and melody, then later this works in partnership with the original material sung by adults, "... Lord of all, Creator of all things; Lord of life, Lord of Lords and King of Kings; Lord of all, this prayer to You we raise: that our life may be a hymn of grateful praise..." Suitable any time of the year.


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The Incredible Adam Angel
Remember what it was like to be a child and have your imagination run wild; to imagine all of the wonderful places you could go and all of the exciting things you could see? Well, geeky scientist, Adam Angel, is a dreamer, and with just that kind of imagination, every single day he dreams of adventure and fame, fancying himself as everything from an archaeologist to a race car driver. He has lost the true meaning of Christmas, and doesn't find it until he dreams of being the angel that announces the birth of Jesus!

This delightful children's musical, from creators Mark Cabaniss and Ruthie Schram, will take you on Adam's journey as he becomes that angel. It is filled with wonderful new music and traditional carols. The message is clear, during the Christmas season and all through the year, we are ALL incredible in God's eyes!

Easily prepared and presented, this 19-minute reproducible musical will take your young singers (and your congregation) on a unique and entertaining trip to the heart of Christmas. Perfectly suited for grades K - 4.

An Invitation for Advent
Beckoning for Emmanuel to "come and set us free," this anthem for Advent combines original music and text with the beloved Advent hymn, "O Come, O Come Emmanuel." Optional egg shakers and a stirring piano accompaniment enhance the sense of longing with its gentle and continuous rhythmic drive. Words and Music by Ruth Elaine Schram, arranged by Douglas Nolan.

It's So Still in Bethlehem
This tender pairing of two beloved carols ("Still, Still, Still" and "O Little Town of Bethlehem") features a flowing piano accompaniment with optional use of handchimes. Gentle melodies and harmonies that tie the two carols together add beauty, depth and character.

Available in a variety of voicings to meet the needs of most any ensemble, it makes a wonderful Christmas selection in both school and church settings.

Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho
This accessible arrangement of the familiar African American spiritual makes an ideal selection for older children's choirs as well as youth or adult choirs. A well-crafted accompaniment nicely supports the vocals while also painting a picture of Jericho's tumbling walls using descending chromatic patterns heard during the song's introduction and interludes. Performance / Accompaniment CD available.

Kum Ba Yah (published by BriLee)
View score page 4, page 5
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The beloved campfire song has been artfully arranged for Unison / Optional Two Part voices.  The familiar melody has been given beautiful fresh harmonies that a new generation will cherish.

The Legend of the Christmas King
Journey with the "Fourth Wise Man" Artiban (Artie, for short) to Bethlehem as he goes in search of the Newborn King of kings. Along the way, Artie is joined by Mortimer the Angel who helps him on his quest. During their journey, Artie and Mortimer meet some people in need, and Artie misses the birth of Jesus. Yet, he learns some important Biblical truths along the way.

Perfect for grades 1-6, this charming musical play contains delightful, easy-to-prepare songs and dialogue. Story by Dennis Scott, songs written and arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram, orchestrated by John DeVries, lesson plans by Christi Cary Miller.

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Little Children, Wake and Listen
This traditional French carol begins with the proclamation of "Noel" and is followed by elegant unison and 2 part writing. A lilting piano accompaniment supports the voices, and the shimmer of optional bells is sprinkled throughout. A gorgeous selection for the holidays, suitable for church or school use.

Accompaniment CD available on the Piano Trax Compilation CD for 2013.

Little Innocent Lamb
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Both youth and adults will ask for this anthem! The traditional spiritual Little Lamb, Little Lamb, Little Innocent Lamb has been arranged for Unison and Two Part choirs. Easy to learn and to easy to teach, this offering is a great piece to introduce the traditional spiritual style, or just a treat for your singers! The text has been updated by the arranger to make it less confusing and more applicable to today's choirs.

Lord of the Stars
A rich, soulful melody enhances the air of mystery and wonder in this expressive anthem for Advent. Written in a minor key, the piece prayerfully asks, "When will You come to us?" The well-crafted piece also incorporates the beloved hymn, "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" that heightens the sense of yearning for the coming of the Messiah.

Love One Another
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The universal theme of love and charity fill this piece with purpose and excellent worship potential. Drawing from the words of the Savior, Ruthie has crafted a piece that incorporates a full range of music ministry resources into a touching statement. Use the instrumentation and handbell parts to create a truly singular piece for your entire music program. Voiced for SATB adults, SAB youth, Two Part children, piano, hand bells, and flute. Commissioned in honor of Louise Angermeier upon her retirement as Director of Music from Clarkston United Methodist Church, Clarkston, Michigan and based upon her favorite passage of scripture.

Lullay Alleluia
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This gorgeous melding of two beloved carol tunes, "Lullay My Liking" and "The Coventry Carol," features an original text and provides a beautiful and worshipful Christmas lullaby for treble or ladies voices. Artful dynamics rise and fall with the melodic lines, then crescendo to a joyful alleluia. The cello obbligato truly enhances this stunning setting. Available for Two Part or SSA voices; Accompaniment CD available. Suitable for church or school use. This anthem also appears in the SSA collection Six Anthems for Women's Voices and would make a lovely trio or small ensemble piece.


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Magnificat
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Ruth Elaine Schram has written a setting of the Magnificat that brings to life this beautiful text for children and young singers that also works well with adults.  Written with a clear understanding of the developing voice, this memorable tune will be a favorite of any age group.  Lovely flute part is included in the score.

Miracle at the Christmas Cafe
Welcome to Bethlehem and the Christmas Cafe, where Polly Porkchop and Mac N. Cheese serve up some home cooking and tell "The Greatest Story Ever Told" that happened right up the street not long ago! Easily prepared and presented, this funny and touching reproducible musical by Mark Cabaniss and Ruth Elaine Schram can be performed by large and small children's choirs alike. Orchestrated by John DeVries; presentation time approximately 20 minutes.

Watch the Digital Reading Session with Ruth Elaine Schram and Mark Cabaniss here!

More Than a Baby
This contemporary ballad is stunning! Written from the perspective of someone looking into the manger, the children will declare that they see more than a Baby - they see the Savior of the world! The melody is memorable and easy to learn. Sure to be a favorite!

The Noel Critter Motel
Welcome to the Tiny Bit of Heaven Motel in Bethlehem! (Actually it's a stable behind a small Inn which is run completely by animals.)

Annie Lamb, reporter for The Bethlehem Chronicle, is snooping around for clues regarding Caesar's Census. However, she - along with the others - is about to have a life-changing night. Major Moo runs a tip-top motel, accompanied by Miss Dovie (Front Desk Clerk), Ladybug Lacey (maid) and Cecil R. Caterpillar (bellhop). The Innkeeper is the only human that ever comes in among the animal visitors, but rumor has it he is bringing a human couple in to stay the night, and the animals are afraid these people will ruin everything!

But they all eventually learn that a certain "Stranger on the straw" came to earth to change the world, and that even people and things we don't understand can sometimes be miracles in disguise.

Performance time approximately 20 minutes, with familiar material woven into the original songs. By Mark Cabaniss and Ruth Elaine Schram, orchestrated by John DeVries.

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Now Thank We All Our God
This hymn arrangement for unison or two-part voices by Ruth Elaine Schram pairs the familiar tune, Nun Danket, with a new counter-melody, providing a great opportunity to introduce part-singing to young, developing choirs. Highlights include a fully supportive accompaniment and vocals well crafted for young singers.

Of the Father's Love Begotten
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The beautiful, legato, 13th century plainsong melody arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram may be performed accompanied or a cappella.  There is no meter signature for this chant-like work; this among many other elements are opportunities for developing expression and phrasing.

Once in Royal Bethlehem
Cleverly combining two Christmas favorites, this tender anthem provides the opportunity for a children's choir (or soloist or small ensemble) to open with the melody to "Once in Royal David's City." This transitions seamlessly into "O Little Town of Bethlehem." The optional cello accompaniment helps to set a mood of peace and joy for your Christmas Worship Service.

Our Lord is Risen!
Easy syncopation and an easy one octave vocal range make this joyful Easter anthem an excellent option for middle and older elementary children's choirs. Repetition in both the melody and text allow for quick learning and memorization. Incorporate your young singers to help celebrate Jesus' resurrection!

Partner Songs for the Whole Year Long
Original and traditional songs in combination for teaching part singing for elementary age children.

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Peace Like a River
View score page 1, page 4, page 5
Traditional African-American Spiritual is set for unison or two part voices with flowing piano accompaniment. Expressive arrangement begins in 4/4, then goes into 3/4 as the text changes to "love is flowing," then back into an energetic 4/4 section for "joy like a fountain," then ends up as it began. Suitable for church or school use.

The REAL Christmas Story
This could quite possibly be the definitive Christmas Musical for young children! Straight from the Luke 2 passage of the Bible, The REAL Christmas Story becomes the script for this adorable preschool musical, created by Ruth Elaine Schram. Due to an unannounced snowstorm, the grandchildren and their parents are unable to fly to Florida to be with their grandparents for Christmas. With the capability to visit via video chats, the grandparents carry on the family tradition of reading the Christmas story of the birth of Jesus to the grandchildren on Christmas Eve. As each scene of "the Story" of peace, joy, hope and love is read, the children respond with five wonderful songs that are perfectly designed for preschoolers, both in content and musicality. Familiar carols and original songs are upbeat, fun, beautiful and sincere in this 15-minute presentation. Whether presented with the contemporary script of this musical, or with your traditional nativity enactment, these songs and music are sure to be a resource to be used year after year.

The accompaniment CD includes both Stereo and Split-Track formats. Downloadable versions of all products are also available from Lillenas Music online at: http://www.lillenas.com

Scandinavian Yuletide
Festive Partner-song arrangement of the Swedish carol "Yuletide is Here Again" and the Danish carol "A Child is Born in Bethlehem" is a nice, joyful change of pace for your young singers during the Christmas season. Set in bright triple meter, the two songs are introduced individually then combine effortlessly to celebrate the birth of the Savior.

Free MP3 part-by-part rehearsal aids and accompaniments are available from the publisher.

Seeds to Grow On
Twelve Seasonal Songs for Young Singers, including songs for Thanksgiving, Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent / Holy Week, Palm Sunday, Easter, Pentecost, Baptism, Christian Family, and general use.

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Seek First the Kingdom
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A musical admonition to seek first the Kingdom of God (based on Matthew 6:31-34 ) and not worry about our worldly needs. This work gently reminds us that God knows our every need and has promised that He provides. A memorable melody and lyrical, flowing accompaniment make this anthem guaranteed to please. Optional children's choir may be used to reinforce the child-like faith that God desires from us.

Shalom, Pacem, Peace
Based upon the haunting "By the Waters of Babylon" folk tune, this gorgeous, poignant setting is a call for peace in three languages: Hebrew, Latin, and English. Set as a round, it will work for any combination of voices and will be easily learned by any age group. Optional instrumental parts for Cello and Two Violins (or Flute and Oboe) add depth and beauty to the flowing accompaniment in this piece that is equally effective for church and school. A very effective selection for 9/11 memorial services.

Simple Gifts
View Two Part score page 8, page 9
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The 18th century Shaker hymn tune has been artfully arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram for multiple voicings.  Use of unison and echo singing, in conjunction with beautiful harmonies make this piece easy to learn but lush to the ear.  Optional flute part is included in the score.  Equally suitable for church or school use.

Simply Spirituals
Six easy Unison or Two Part Spirituals with reproducible song sheets arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram. Second in the "Simple Songs of Faith" series with young singers and developing choirs in mind.

Sing Allelu
With one text for Christmas and another for Easter, Ruthie Schram's "Sing Allelu" is a versatile, celebratory anthem. Great for singers of all ages, it is flexibly voiced for Unison / Two part voices with optional Handbells for three octaves. The text is meaningful and the melody memorable throughout. The joyful mood can be supplemented with the use of the optional handbells or handchimes (included in score; also available as a free download from the publisher) which fits wonderfully with the flowing keyboard accompaniment.

Sing and Celebrate 2!
This followup to the highly popular "Sing and Celebrate!" collection (35028238) provides everything you need for developing younger elementary choirs in your church! Designed for grades K-4, "Sing and Celebrate 2!" contains a variety of general and seasonal songs for use throughout the church year. Packed with lesson plans, teaching resources, and rehearsal planning ideas, this collection gives you all the tools necessary for building a successful, engaging choir program in one economical Book/CD combination.

The enhanced StudioTrax CD features accompaniment and performance tracks, along with reproducible singers' pages and colorful PDF song charts for projection options. Songs, both familiar and new, along with fun, creative teaching plans will nurture the musical and spiritual growth of your singers to last a lifetime.

Songs include: Jesus Loves Even Me (General), Meditation (General), Zacchaeus (General), God Is Always with Me (General), A Thanksgiving Song (Thanksgiving), We Need a Savior (Advent), Ring Out the Bells (Christmas), How Far Is It to Bethlehem? (Christmas), Hosanna In the Highest (Palm Sunday), Jesus Is Alive! (Easter).

Sing and Celebrate 4!
This fourth collection in the "Sing and Celebrate" series provides everything you need for developing younger elementary choirs in your church! Designed for grades K-4, it contains a variety of general and seasonal songs for use throughout the church year. Packed with lesson plans, teaching resources, and rehearsal planning ideas, this collection gives you all the tools necessary for building a successful, engaging choir program in one value-packed Book / CD combination. The enhanced StudioTrax CD features accompaniment and performance tracks, along with reproducible singers' pages and colorful PDF song charts for projection options. Songs, both familiar and new, along with fun, creative teaching plans, will nurture the musical and spiritual growth of your singers to last a lifetime. Includes songs by Joseph M. Martin, Ruth Elaine Schram, Cindy Berry, Lee and Susan Dengler, and more.

Sing and Celebrate 6!
"Sing and Celebrate 6!" provides everything you need for developing younger elementary choirs in your church! Designed for grades K-4, "Sing and Celebrate 6!" contains a variety of general and seasonal songs for use throughout the church year. Packed with lesson plans, teaching resources, and rehearsal planning ideas, this collection gives you all the tools necessary for building a successful, engaging choir program in one value-packed Book/CD! The enhanced StudioTrax CD features accompaniment and performance tracks, along with reproducible singers' pages, supplemental teaching resources, and colorful PDF song charts for projection options! NEW for Sing and Celebrate 6! - all resources found on the StudioTrax CD can now be downloaded online! Songs, both familiar and new, along with fun, creative teaching plans will nurture the musical and spiritual growth of your singers to last a lifetime.

Contributors include Ruth Elaine Schram, Joseph Martin, Jeff Reeves, Brad Nix, Susan Dengler, and more.

Sing and Celebrate!
Designed for younger elementary choirs, "Sing and Celebrate!" contains a variety of general and seasonal songs for use throughout the church year by composers Ruth Elaine Schram, Joseph M. Martin, Cindy Berry, and Jeff Reeves.

Packed with lesson plans, teaching resources, and rehearsal planning ideas, this collection gives you all the tools necessary for building a successful, engaging choir program in one value packed Book/CD combination. The enhanced StudioTrax CD features accompaniment and performance tracks, along with reproducible singers' pages and colorful PDF song charts for projection options.

Unison songs both familiar and new; suggested for grades K-4.

Sing We All Noel
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This joyful medley combines two carol favorites, "Sing We Now of Christmas" and "The First Noel," flexibly arranged for Unison or Two Part voices of all ages. A great choice for children's choirs on Christmas Eve, or for a quickly prepared adult anthem for the busy holidays or the Sunday after Christmas. Optional flute, triangle, and snare drum parts (included in score) add the crowning touch for Christmas worship or concerts! A CD track is also available.

Something's Fishy
This delightful collection by Ruth Elaine Schram includes five songs about God's great big world. From the stars in the heavens to the bottom of the deep blue sea, God's great big world is an amazing and marvelous creation! These songs celebrate this creation, as well as God's greatest creation of all, you and me. Each of the five songs in this creative reproducible collection can be performed separately any time during the year, or you can use the rhyming narration to link the songs together, creating a 20-minute, easy-to-prepare-and-present mini-musical perfect for a Spring Musical, Summer Musical, or Vacation Bible School Program. In addition, Discussion Topics and "starter questions" with Scripture references have been included to aid your rehearsals and deepen your singers' understanding of these Biblical concepts.

Titles include: "Something Fishy's Going On;" "Seeds and Soil and Such;" "Whatever the Weather;" "Birds and Bugs, Worms and Slugs," and "So Big!" Your children's choir will be enthralled by this collection that teaches Biblical truths in a fun and interesting way!

The Spirit Says Sing!
Developing choirs will love this fun medley of two traditional spirituals, "I'm Gonna Sing" and "Every Time I Feel the Spirit." Rhythmic and upbeat, the supportive accompaniment punctuates the rhythms while adding color and texture. The optional Descant provides an added opportunity for either a soloist or small group, and seamlessly ties the two tunes together. A Learning Resource Page is included and provides helpful teaching opportunities.

Steal Away
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Beautiful and sensitive setting of the well-known spiritual is suitable for church or school use. The musical imagery is exquisite with great expressive potential and lots of teaching opportunities. The limited range in the SATB version is perfect for the developing ensemble capable of four part harmony.

Suo Gan
View Three Part Mixed score page 4, page 5
The gorgeous lullaby that has been heard in several commercials has been arranged for young voices, and will be a lovely addition to your music library for use during the Christmas season. Available in Three Part Mixed and Two Part voicings.  Suitable for school or church use. Now available in the new "Children of the World" book from Alfred.

Thank You Again
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With tender music appropriate for her text, Ruth Elaine Schram has written a lovely two-part treble piece that will do much to encourage thoughtfulness in young singers. The piece is particularly suitable for Thanksgiving or Patriotic use, acknowledging the contribution of parents and grandparents in our lives, with alternate text to honor civil servants such as police, firefighters and the armed forces that would make this piece suitable for Thanksgiving services, or patriotic celebrations such as Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day.

That Promised Land
In "That Promised Land," Ruth Elaine Schram has paired two traditional spirituals - "Walk Together, Children," and "When the Saints Go Marching In," and the result is a pure delight. After each song is first stated alone, they are cleverly partnered in a way that makes this arrangement both easy-to-learn and fun for any combination of two-part voices and choirs of all ages. Delightful accompaniment track (orchestrated by Tim Hayden) makes this tune sparkle! Suitable for school or church use.

Three Joyful Calls to Worship
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Shawnee Press has introduced "Worship Songs Jr.," with songs specifically written for young voices. This set of three calls to worship includes "Come Into the House" based on Psalm 100, "Sing With Joy" based on Psalm 95, and "We Have Met to Worship" incorporating the hymn tune "Holy Manna" by George Atkins and William Moore. Each has optional Hand Bell parts (included in the score) and is bright and upbeat. A separate accompaniment CD is also available.

Through The Window
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This poignant song begins with unison children's choir (or soloist) singing, "Through the window, I can see you. I am playing, you are praying; praying for me, faithfully praying; praying for my future, praying for my friends, praying for our family. May those faithful prayers never end..."  Then the adults sing, from the other perspective; as though watching through the window as their children play, while they are praying for their family.  A beautiful sentiment, as the song progresses to say "May God's hand of blessing reach unto your children's children..."  A perfect choice for family emphases, baptism or dedication services, or general use.

To Love the Lord
"Children Sing in Worship" is a collection of 13 anthems that spans the church year for singers aged 8 to 12 years. To facilitate the process of learning to both read and make music, this collection includes both the complete score with accompaniment for the director and a reproducible melody line version for the young singer. A valuable resource for children's choirs! Includes "To Love the Lord," arranged by Ruth Elaine Schram; a setting of Mark 12: 30, quoting a familiar Mozart theme.

Twas the Year Before Christmas
Turn back the clock and witness the exciting events leading up to the birth of Christ in this Christmas Musical for children.

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Ut Vitam Habeant
A gorgeous, expressive anthem based on John 10:10. The combination of Latin text and open fifths gives this piece a haunting quality, yet the lingering tonic provides an anchor: the unshakable truth that Christ is our hope and shield. The optional part for any C instrument adds the perfect countermelody to this outstanding piece. Very appropriate for the Lenten season or the Sundays following Easter.

Commissioned by Coventry Christian Schools in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, in honor of its 30th Anniversary. Text is based upon the school motto, taken from John 10:10, where Jesus says "I have come that they might have life, and have it more abundantly."

Waiting, Wandering, Wondering
Ideal for the season of waiting, this haunting Advent anthem is for any combination of Two Part voices. Using simple part writing, this piece is accessible to Adult Mixed Ensembles or Treble Choirs who are developing their part-singing ability. Attention to dynamic contrasts will assure a meaningful presentation of this original composition. Performance / Accompaniment CD available.

We Praise Your Name
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A bright swing tempo and blues harmonies create an infectious spirit in this anthem as the two vocal parts call to each other: "Jesus, we praise your name!" The independent vocal parts are easily taught to young singers, and a supportive accompaniment insures successful performance for any age group. (May be done unison as well.) Fun and energetic, this piece conveys the important message to trust in God during times of trouble. Delightful Accompaniment Track is available, orchestrated by Tim Hayden.

Welcoming the King
Fill your sanctuary with the joyous sound of children singing Hosannas on Palm Sunday, accompanied by a bright piano part and optional handbells. Simple to learn and affirming in performance, structured partly as a round and partly as a partner song, it is easy enough for the young singers to sing and wave their palm branches at the same time.

What Are You Dreaming Of?
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This delightful piece by Ruthie Schram lifts aspirations for a special Christmas moment for young voices with her precious song which partners "Silent Night" with an enchanting new original work. A wonderful teaching piece for choirs beginning to learn part-singing, yet eloquent enough to captivate choirs capable of harmony.

Who Are We Waiting For?
A sense of longing and mystery surrounds this contemplative Advent piece that asks, "Who are we waiting for?" Excellent for introducing other Biblical names of Jesus, this anthem utilizes a minor key, repeated phrases, and optional flute to communicate a heartfelt yearning to know the long-awaited Messiah.

Wonderfully Made
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This anthem based on Psalm 139 is great for teaching the doctrine of the care of God for each individual. "I am wonderfully made, by my God, wonderfully made!" Scored for Two Part Treble, this will appeal to youth choirs as well as children's choirs.

You Renew My Soul
This Ruth Elaine Schram original is based upon Psalm 23. Stirring and comforting, this setting presents two equal parts for children's choir. The intimate accompaniment brings together this truly breathtaking arrangement. Accompaniment / Performance CD available.