BriLee Music

Jones has masterfully created an Italian song for emerging mixed choirs that affords an introduction to limited Italian text in a fun, accessible setting. Well worth the effort, whether performed with...

This wonderful set of two beloved French folk songs, J'entends le Moulin and Au Claire de la Lune, provides developing treble choirs the opportunity to sing accessible notes, a cappella, and in French...

The whale, the horse, and the elephant are the subjects of these three delightful, brief a cappella Spanish folk songs which may be performed as a set or separately. The performance notes provide tran...

Written to successfully lead your developing TB ensemble to an a cappella performance, this is the perfect set of songs for full-voiced singing. While one setting is in G major and the other in G mino...

Songs of Farewell is an evocative a cappella composition written specifically with developing tenor-bass choirs in mind. Comprising three movements, this work explores themes of parting, reflection, a...

Originally inspired by a trip to Guatemala, Bailey uses accompanying flute and drum to represent the sounds native to the forests of this country. The drum is a driving rhythmic force to help represen...

Blevins' partner song, consisting of two original melodies, a child's poem, and the Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star text, is both uplifting and whimsical. The triple meter, ostinato-like piano accompanim...

Patterson has artfully set four limericks by Edward Lear in this highly entertaining piece about an old man. Sure to aid in teaching diction, A Song of Nonsense will brighten up any concert

Perfect for Earth Day or an environmental stewardship program, Keepers of the Earth is an original song written with a gentle bluegrass feel. With optional violin, solo and small group opportunities t...

The text of My Shadow celebrates the thrill a child gets from becoming familiar with his own shadow, as the child expresses the shadow's uniqueness, with curiosity and joy. The music of this original...

A Better World by Earlene Rentz is a heartfelt and inspiring piece for two-part treble choir, featuring an optional descant that adds an extra layer of beauty. With its original text, the song conveys...

This two-part arrangement of the traditional spiritual is designed to energize and inspire beginning and developing treble choirs. With its upbeat tempo, rhythmic vitality, and jazzy harmonies, this p...

This lively piece, composed for two parts with a descant, should be sung with joy and exuberance, demonstrating a spirit of unity. Throughout the song English is combined with Swahili phrases that enc...

Simon Says gets a playful and charming makeover in this delightful arrangement for two-part choir! Perfect for young or beginning ensembles, this piece transforms the classic game into a clever call-a...

An English rhyme meets a French folk tune in this delightful holiday choral showcase for young choirs. Pairing the well-known Sing a Song of Sixpence lyrics with Au Clair de la Lune and some fa la la...

Do not overlook Jones' upbeat, rhythmically charged original setting of the beloved hymn tune Amazing Grace. With optional percussion, it is well- suited for any TTB ensemble, and sure to be a favorit...

The powerful message of the poem With You is especially meaningful in a choral setting, where shared vocal experiences connect us so powerfully to each other. After spending so much time apart due to...

You know this tune is pure FUN from the start — first,  it's in the name, and, second,  everyone will recognize this classic Italian melody that's been covered by countless performers, including the G...

Vicki Tucker Courtney and John Parker describe the image of a love so beautiful, she must be responsible for waking the dawn each morning.  The accessible parts play wonderfully off of one another wit...

Written in 1864, Up on the Housetop is known as the second oldest secular Christmas song, with Jingle Bells being the first. It is also the first Yuletide song to focus primarily on Santa Claus. This...

Reese's two contrasting settings for the emerging Tenor-Bass choir introduce foundational concepts to the beginning singer. Whether performed unison or two-part (TT), one song is in a major key and on...

The Brook is like a stream: moving, chattering along, captured by the perpetual motion in the piano part and the use of the asymmetric meter of 7/8 that creates a constant sense of forward momentum. G...

Using imagery to describe new beginnings as the earth slowly comes to life, Franklin's piece is perfect for the burgeoning Tenor-Bass choir looking for a song they can sing with great emotion and feel...

Beginning with an ominous ostinato from the choir, this piece sets Stephen Crane's short but vivid poem describing the invasion of a fast-approaching enemy army. Perfect for the developing Tenor-Bass...

Davison incorporates the famous text, "Fare Thee Well, My Love", (also known as "The Turtle Dove"), but with an entirely new melody. The energetic 6/8 time, use of open fifths, and the Dorian mode giv...