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MusicEase Software has recently released The Small Church Hymnal. Small churches have always carried a large song. In sanctuaries with a few pews, in country chapels, in town churches with aging congregations, in home gatherings, nursing homes, fellowship halls, and borrowed rooms, the people of God have continued to sing. Sometimes there is a choir, […]

As we approach America250 this summer, here are three unique and patriotic choral works that provide variety from the usual standards. 1. Back Roads of America (SATB with piano and/or guitar) This original folk song honors the neglected heroes of our country: a couple who lives paycheck-to-paycheck, a single woman who works three jobs, and […]

Get into Good Treble You can’t spell Indespensable, Renaissance, and Sassy without an S and an A! This week, it’s all about the sopranos and altos. Three versatile, universally loved best sellers kick off our list, followed by a dozen newer entries in our catalog. Or, create your own sensational list using the filter function […]

Austria’s premier international youth music festival for choirs, bands, and orchestras. Each year, nearly 2,000 young musicians from around the world come together in Vienna to participate in a remarkable celebration of music and culture. The Summa Cum Laude Festival is held in the city’s most iconic and beautiful concert venues, including the Golden Hall […]

“Salvation and Righteousness Together” is a new choral anthem of mine.  The composition begins with a gentle and calming cello motive.  The musical theme sets the tone for the piece and continues to be woven throughout, providing a sense of unity and tranquility.  To know more about this piece, please go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FSXOwEBBlE and/or www.beautifulstar.com.  […]

Enjoy all episodes free at https://www.ChoralFoundation.org/toolbox In this Memorial Day week edition of The Choral Director’s Toolbox, host Dr. William Baker offers practical advice in I Have a New Job–Now What?  Geared toward choral leaders beginning new positions in churches, schools and community ensembles, Dr. Baker shares ten strategies for building trust, establishing professionalism, and creating momentum from the […]

MusicEase Software has recently released The Small Church Hymnal. Small churches have always carried a large song. In sanctuaries with a few pews, in country chapels, in town churches with aging congregations, in home gatherings, nursing homes, fellowship halls, and borrowed rooms, the people of God have continued to sing. Sometimes there is a choir, […]

Hi,   I hope you are doing well. I am in urgent need of the orchestration for your musical, He Shall Arise, orchestration and Score.If you happen to have the orchestration, I would be deeply grateful if you could kindly share guidance on how I might obtain it.   The composer of The Musical He Shall Arise for Easter Presentation by Tom Fettle Orchestration ID: 0-7673-9953-6 UPC: […]

The World Premiere of “Odes of Love” And the Exclusive State Premiere Rights Initiative for 2026/27 Dear colleagues, I am glad to share with the ChoralNet community the world premiere recording of my newest work, “Odes of Love.” Beautifully debuted by the Case Western Reserve University Concert Choir under the direction of Dr. Christopher Clark, […]

If you like Mendelssohn’s melodies and need an evening concert closer, please check out my latest arrangement at the link, featuring a Fourth Century prayer set to one of his Lieder ohne Worte (songs without words).  Largely two part.  An arr. for men also available directly from me.  Bill Sherrill https://www.jwpepper.com/before-the-ending-of-the-day-11689681-2773491/p