Any of these sound familiar?

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In February 2022, a brave Ukrainian woman gave Russian soldiers sunflower seeds to put in their pockets so “when they die, sunflowers will grow.” This short song is a reflection on this gesture and the extremely sad situation has transpired with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Sunflower Seeds

Today, Under Darkened Skies, I Watched the Water Breathe (SATB)

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Click here for the SSAA arrangement or the TTBB arrangement. “Today, Under Darkened Skies” is available for SATB, SSAA and TTBB voices at Cypress Choral Music. The text was written in November 2022 by Dr. Jeanette Gallant. The poetry features the extraordinary power of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. Using the vivid […]

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This original Celtic melody, based on 17th century text, is hauntingly beautiful and tells the story of a young women’s lament about losing her heart.

Sprig of Thyme

Sound Advice

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The 15-minute mini-musical was created to provide students in Gr. 4 – 6 with cross-curricular and integrated learning opportunities specifically in music, drama, movement, visual arts, science and language arts.

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Decked with passages of counterpoint and homophony, this arrangement features the traditional New Zealand ballad with a catchy melody and driving rhythm. Commissioned by St. Patrick’s High School in 2021.

Soon May the Wellerman Come (TTBB)

Soon May the Wellerman Come (SATB)

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This traditional New Zealand ballad has a catchy melody and driving rhythm with passages of counterpoint and homophony. Recently, the song has been popular on TikTok as a “sea shanty”. #ShantyTok.

Songs for Mixed Voices

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