Canons for Choir and Vocals for vocal warm-ups

Das Requiem folgt in seiner Satzfolge nicht dem römischen Usus sondern dem Sarum-Ritus (Salisbury) der bis zum Konzil von Trient die Grundlage der meisten im nördlichen Europa entstandenen Requiem-Kom...

A reflection on the candle as a symbol of peace, this simple yet elegant selection is appropriate for choirs of all ages, at any time of year. The beautiful single-octave melody (from D-D) is sung in...

Bring vibrant polyphony and subtle wit to your next choir rehearsal! With "Unentschlossen", Schott Musik presents a charming four-part canon for voices that will delight choirs and vocal ensembles ali...

Dance canons to make you laugh and cry. Simple dance descriptions with numerous variations for groups and couples:Historical and meditative, popular and sociableStandard, pop and jazz with circle danc...

A reflection on the candle as a symbol of peace, this simple yet elegant selection is appropriate for choirs of all ages, at any time of year. The beautiful single-octave melody (from D-D) is sung in...

A reflection on the candle as a symbol of peace, this simple yet elegant selection is appropriate for choirs of all ages, at any time of year. The beautiful single-octave melody (from D-D) is sung in...

The traditional Ubi Caritas text is uniquely set as an uptempo jazz waltz. Just one sentence in Latin plus a few English lyrics make it clear that this song is all about 'charity and love.' As you've...

Encourage independent harmony singing with this carefully chosen collection of partner songs and canons. With accessible, mid-range vocal parts, universal themes, and a number of folk songs and classi...

Encourage independent harmony singing with this carefully chosen collection of partner songs and canons. With accessible, mid-range vocal parts, universal themes, and a number of folk songs and classi...

Find hope, shine hope, sing hope. This simple melody stacks beautifully into a 3-part canon by the end of the song, building the skills of developing part-singers. A quote from Emily Dickinson's treas...

The wind is cold, the branches bare, but hearts are warm and bright. Despite the chill of December, it'' all about hope, peace, and kindling kindness. As you'd expect from a round, a simple melody eas...

Using the traditional "Cantate Domino" text, this piece is ideal for developing ensembles. The stackable melody spans a conservative six-note range that works well for changing voices, and an additive...

Rounds and canons drawn from the folk and classical repertoire provide an introduction to two-part singing.

A reflection on the candle as a symbol of peace, this simple yet elegant selection is appropriate for choirs of all ages, at any time of year. The beautiful single-octave melody (from D-D) is sung in...

A reflection on the candle as a symbol of peace, this simple yet elegant selection is appropriate for choirs of all ages, at any time of year. The beautiful single-octave melody (from D-D) is sung in...

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The canon "Wandel" (Level: easy) shows three voices that differ just a bit in rhythm and melody to show a slight nuance between the three. Little surprises here and there will keep the singers alert a...

The floating canon "Nature's Peace" (Level: easy) thrives by itself. To keep it going in a continuous flow it needs sharp impulses with drive. That's why the beginning of every phrase has a clear inpu...

The joyful canon "Akunyoka" (Level: easy) is based on a true and important saying: There is no snake that forgets its home. The snake is a symbol for regeneration which helps us to learn to seize the...

The canon "Summer to Fall" (Level: medium) with a lot of flow and ‘highs & lows' was composed by Christoph Hiller. All the voices fit together and complement each other. Either sung one after the othe...

The playful vocalise canon "La Pandilla" (Level: medium) brings out the inner child in you. It should be performed with lots of energy, sparkles and joy. The patterns seem easy but they are quite tric...

The canon Earth and Time (Level: medium) for four voices a cappella by Hans Helsen sounds like a waterfall. Quick entries guarantee that the singers are engaged and have to work together in harmony to...

The soothing canon "Hand in Hand" (Level: medium) for four voices with piano accompaniment ad lib. by Christoph Hiller creates the feeling of a never-ending circle. The piece reminds us that Mother Ea...

The wintry "Canon Snow" (Level: medium) for four voices and piano ad lib. by Franco Prinsloo has a playful character and should be performed accordingly. While voices 1 and 4 seem to flow leisurely, v...