Alfred Choral Designs

The short Zulu text of this authentic South African song calls for workers' rights and political justice. Three percussion instruments provide a rhythmic backdrop for this a cappella gem!

Introducing a new addition to the Vox tradition - this time it's for the holidays! Greg's clever and rhythmic vocables suggest sounds of the season; "fa la las" (carolers) , "ding dong dings" (bells)...

This exciting original Christmas spiritual by Jay Althouse opens with the men stating the rhythmic theme, followed by the middle voices and finally the sopranos. The three verses include much repetiti...

Here is an irresistible gospel style Christmas number from Greg Gilpin that your students will want to sing again and again. And with infectious syncopated rhythms, resonant gospel chords, and spirite...

Challenge your advanced ensemble with this phenomenal work by Sally K. Albrecht. Featuring a cappella double choirs, Gloria Patri employs a full vocal range, dramatic choral dynamics, varied musical t...

We can't wait to shout the news of this sensational seasonal spiritual from the incomparable Jay Althouse. It's got an exciting declarative chorus, a funky contrapuntal 'Hallelujah' section, and the b...

We can't wait to shout the news of this sensational seasonal spiritual from the incomparable Jay Althouse. It's got an exciting declarative chorus, a funky contrapuntal 'Hallelujah' section, and the b...

Show off the a cappella achievements of your advanced choir with this stunning tour-de-force by one of Alfred's best, Sally K. Albrecht. Half of the group chants a rhythmic ostinato accompanying the i...

The guys in your choir will shine when singing this original a cappella spiritual composed in a traditional style. Opens with unison male voices, adds a female countermelody, expands into fresh 4-part...

An a cappella spiritual arrangement in the classic tradition. Opens with the basses singing a repetitive pattern followed by the other voices entering with the main melody. Solid, homophonic choral wr...

Using this famous movement from the timeless holiday ballet The Nutcracker Suite, this new 3-part voicing of Jeff Funk's popular choral arrangement provides a wonderful performance opportunity for sch...

The strength of this steady, walking-tempo spiritual comes from the powerful dynamic contrasts and solid choral writing. Features brief descant-style female solos. The optional hand drum adds a rhythm...

An exuberant chorus alternates with a vibrant verse in this gospel original for Christmas by Greg Gilpin. And with no-fail syncopations and bright chords that lock in every time, it's the kind of song...

An exuberant chorus alternates with a vibrant verse in this gospel original for Christmas by Greg Gilpin. And with no-fail syncopations and bright chords that lock in every time, it's the kind of song...

Enjoy this original a cappella Christmas spiritual with optional bongo drum accompaniment. A slower contrasting middle section quotes a bit of 'Go, Tell It on the Mountain. ' Features optional solos a...

This original a cappella Christmas spiritual begins with a vibrant bass line, and when the other voices join above, the piece truly shines. A contrasting middle section is based upon the familiar 'We...

This Appalachian folk song, wonderfully arranged in a breathtaking a cappella setting, will give you chills. Opens and closes with a female trio. Strong choral writing for mixed or treble choirs.

This sophisticated arrangement of the 16th century chant sounds very impressive while maintaining its accessibility. Would make a highly effective a cappella processional or SA vs. TB antiphonal featu...

The definitive a cappella Christmas spiritual of the year! A descending bass line is a firm foundation in the A section; B features the girls vs. the guys; a vocal stack builds in the middle; followed...

One of the great spirituals is skillfully arranged for mature a cappella groups. Each section of the choir shines with characteristic voice parts and occasional divisi. Superb writing with a deliberat...

You've heard many arrangements of this beautiful American folk hymn, but none quite like this. Kirby Shaw's unique style brings out the inherent joy of the traditional text. Throughout the piece, cont...

Here's an exuberant a cappella feature, equally appropriate for school and church. Traditional choral writing, a familiar form, a characteristic bass line, and a soprano descant give this original com...

A syncopated opening bass lick lays the groundwork for this quintessential a cappella spiritual. When the other voices join, we begin a journey of texture, harmonic development, and form, indicative o...

The bass section lays out a captivating minor key line, followed by the entrance of syncopated tenors. Altos add their percussive part, and the sopranos offer another layer in the exciting contrapunta...

A grandiose choral introduction travels through several keys to open this polished setting of the traditional spiritual, which soon breaks into a joyously brisk treatment featuring call-and-response b...