Unison, Two-Part, Mixed & Multi-Generational Voices
Have You Ever Seen a House Fly?
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Words: Larry E. Schultz, Ryan L. Schultz
Music: Larry E. Schultz Unison/Opt. Two-Part Voices, Piano Available from Alliance Music Publications This piece's text, written on the playground with the composer's son, is literally a "play on words." The many fanciful descriptions of various "flies" are enhanced by the playful piano accompaniment. The piece's inside cover provides a performance suggestion that includes visual aids that may be crafted and "flown" by the choir during the performance. A sequel to "Little Firefly" (below), this piece quotes the folk song: "Shoe Fly, Don't Bother Me!" and is enjoyable for concerts and festivals. It was premiered by the Wake County Elementary Honors Chorus, Wake County, North Carolina. Video Performance: West Choir, South Hadley Children's Chorus This choir included the piece's visual performance suggestion - especially hilarious is seeing the "shoe fly" (a shoe on a long stick) being flown around an ornate cathedral! |
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Let All the Children Sing!
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Words: R. G. Huff
Music; Larry E. Schultz Unison Voices, Piano Available from Jubilate Music Group/Alfred Sacred Appropriate for both school and church choirs, this unison anthem invites all children to "sing and dance and laugh and play and sing!" In concert settings or in worship, the piece joyfully celebrates the music-making of children. An alternate text makes the piece useful for youth or adult choirs as well. Also Available from Jubilate/Alfred: Digital Download, Accompaniment Track |
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Little Firefly
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Words: Grace Lee Frank Smith
Music: Larry E. Schultz Two-Part Voices, Piano Available from Alliance Music Publications Dedicated to the composer's daughter, this festival and concert favorite for elementary or middle school choirs sings of a firefly that "carries a star." To highlight that phrase of the poem, the middle section of the piece quotes "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" in combination with the main musical theme. A performance option is included with the choir using penlights in a darkened performance space to simulate dancing fireflies while the piece is sung. Music Educators will appreciate the many music elements and expressions that create a variety of teaching opportunities. Video Performances: Shuanglian Elementary School at the Taipei City Music Competition, Taiwan, and Young Voices Toronto, Canada (incorporating the performance option with lights. |
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Santa Claus is Busy!
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Words: J. Paul Williams
Music: Larry E. Schultz Two-Part Voices, Piano, Rhythm Instruments Available from Fred Bock Music The use of rhythm instruments in this choral piece simulate the sounds of a toy workshop as the choir exclaims the busy-ness of Santa Claus. The text of this piece in the Houston Children's Chorus Series includes a humorous chanted "rap" that concert audiences will enjoy. The piece is appropriate for elementary and middle school choirs. Included on CD Recording Available from Fred Bock Music "Christmas Is Here" (Houston Children's Chorus) |
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SATB & Multi-Generational Voices
In Praise of the Village
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Words: Kijita proverb, Larry E. Schultz
Music: Larry E. Schultz SATB Voices, Djembe, Shekere (or other Percussion), opt. Children's Choir Available from Choristers Guild Though suitable for adult or youth choirs alone, this vibrant celebration of humanity is perhaps best expressed by a multi-generational choir. Its Swahili (Kijita) text includes an African proverb from which comes the sentiment: "It takes a village..." The English text exclaims the nurturing of all children, cherishing of all families, and the welcoming of all nations in our global home. Companion Resource Available from Choristers Guild: Reproducible Children's Choir Part, Audio Download |
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A Shout of Joy, A Song of Thanks
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Words: Psalm 100, paraphrased
Music: Larry E. Schultz SATB Voices, Piano Available from Jubilate Music Group/Alfred Sacred Framing a melodic middle section, an accented choral fanfare infuses this jubilant setting of Psalm 100 with rhythmic energy. The driving piano accompaniment and vocal lines are accessible and easily learned, and a choral shout concludes the piece with vibrancy. Effectively sung by either youth or adult choirs, this anthem is useful for any service of worship or concert. Also Available from Jubilate/Alfred as a Digital Download YouTube Performance: Agape Mission Chorale, Seoul, Korea (sung in Korean) |
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Sing a Festive Song!
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Words: Larry E. Schultz, based on Psalms 19, 24, 148
Music: Larry E. Schultz SATB Voices, Piano, opt. Cabasa, Claves, Congas, Rainstick, Chime Tree Available from Choristers Guild Commissioned for the 5th Youth Choir Festival by the Sea, and based on several Psalms, this jazz and Latin-inspired piece provides youth and adult choirs a rhythmic and energetic anthem expressing gratitude with creation. The anthem is suitable for faith, school or community settings and festivals. Companion Resources Available from Choristers Guild: Choral Score, Full Score (with Percussion Parts), Accompaniment Track, Audio Download |
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