Heritage Music Press

07/15/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

When We Share a Song | Becki Slagle Mayo | Two-part (SA) or SAB

The power of uniting together in song is beautifully captured in this original piece by Becki Slagle Mayo. The text celebrates the transformative process of voices joining together to create an impactful choral experience. Simple yet effective counter melodies and harmonies make this piece accessible for young singers, while the accompaniment supports the vocal parts and highlights powerful moments through intuitive key changes. An optional descant brings the piece to a powerful conclusion that audiences and singers will love!

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07/12/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

Joshua! | Bryan Sharpe | SAB or TBB

This fiery arrangement of the traditional spiritual is dynamic and impactful! Contrasting sections give each voice part opportunities to sing the melody, while the refrain builds to a powerful crescendo on rich, ringing chords. Layered countermelodies drive the energy forward, leading to an exhilarating final chorus.

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07/10/2025

NEW RECORDER MUSICAL! ♫

Whither Be the Notes? | A Renaissance Recorder Musical | Erik Whitehill

🎧 LISTEN: https://youtu.be/fTRkC13zYvU?si=zjRF0HWYJ8ivOCJh

In a far-off Kingdom, sadness has overcome the land! A silent enchantment has befallen four villages resulting in the notes C, B, A, and G to be transformed into objects hidden throughout the Kingdom. Join these village on their quest to find the notes, restoring joyous recorder sounds to their Kingdom once again! Designed for young recorder students to demonstrate their knowledge of the notes, C, B, A, and G, this original renaissance-era musical features fun original recorder tunes and a cast comprised of four villages (classes or groups of students), a village leader (student or teacher) and a Jester (adult narrator.) The simple staging and costuming makes this an easy production to put together. Projectable images are included in the set as well as audio accompaniment tracks and sound effects. Your recorder students will love applying their skills in this comedic and exciting musical!

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07/04/2025

Happy Fourth of July from Heritage Music Press! 🎇

07/03/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

Under the Trees | Karen Crane and Tracey Craig McKibben | SSA

This reflective and flowing work for treble choirs features a serene text that paints a vivid picture of sitting beneath trees, quietly pondering and dreaming. This whimsical concept is beautifully paired with a graceful 6/8 time signature and layered choral writing. A truly wonderful and original addition to your program!

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07/01/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

The Autumn Moon | Mary Donnelly and George L.O. Strid | Two-part

The established writing team of Mary Donnelly and George L.O. Strid brings us this serene and reflective work, capturing the quiet beauty of an autumn night. With a moderate tempo and optional flute accompaniment, the piece vividly portrays the glowing moon casting its silver light over rooftops and country lanes. The lyrics evoke a sense of peace as the moon's light finally rests upon the windowpane, inviting a tranquil connection to nature's stillness. This gentle composition is perfect for choirs seeking to convey the soothing elegance of the changing seasons.

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06/26/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

Deep Peace | Becki Slagle Mayo | Three-part Mixed

With text adapted from the traditional Gaelic blessing and paired with the Latin "Dona Nobis Pacem," Becki Slagle Mayo has crafted a beautiful and reflective call for peace. School and church choirs alike will find this piece programmable for many occasions. An expressive cello part adds a deep, rich element to this heartfelt work.

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06/24/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

I Am But a Small Voice | Glenda E. Franklin | Two-part

Beautiful and poignant, this original piece by Glenda E. Franklin delivers an uplifting message for young choirs, nurturing empathy and a sense of community. The lyrics encourage singers to reflect on their ability to make a difference in a world that may seem divided. With themes of kindness, peace, hope, and love, the song inspires children to understand that even small actions can create lasting change. This simple yet profound piece serves as a reminder that every voice—no matter how small—can contribute to a greater impact.

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06/19/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

You Rollin' Rivers | Douglas E. Wagner | SATB

This choral arrangement seamlessly blends the timeless American classics "Ol' Man River" and "Shenandoah," creating a striking contrast between the deep, soulful tone of the former and the serene, sweeping melody of the latter. The arrangement highlights the emotional depth and rich heritage of American folk music, offering choirs an opportunity for expressive storytelling. Ideal for those exploring traditional folk songs, this piece celebrates the enduring power of these beloved tunes.

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06/17/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

Come Follow | Bryan Sharpe | Three-part Mixed

Based on a traditional English round, this fast-paced setting combines body percussion with layered melodies for an energetic and captivating experience. As the round builds, the body percussion gradually intensifies, creating an exciting interplay of melody and rhythm. This dynamic piece is a blast to sing and will have your choir fully engaged from start to finish!

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06/12/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

The Fiddler | Ruth Elaine Schram | Unison/Two-part

Ruth Elaine Schram’s choral setting of Robert Fuller Murray’s poem “The Fiddler” is an upbeat celebration of music and joy. With a lilting rhythm and vibrant harmonies, the piece brings the poem’s whimsical imagery to life, capturing the infectious energy of a fiddler playing with uncontainable enthusiasm. With an optional violin part that enhances the festive mood, this piece invites both singers and listeners to revel in the playful, toe-tapping music, evoking the image of a fiddler whose tunes stir hearts and lift spirits.

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06/10/2025

NEW FROM HERITAGE MUSIC PRESS! 🎼

Awake! | Ayrian Norman | TB

"Awake!" by Ayrian Norman is a powerful and evocative call to inner awakening. The piece invites listeners to find the strength to do what’s right, the clarity to see the light, and the transformative power of song to carry them through the darkest of times. With stirring lyrics, Norman's work culminates in a hopeful plea for renewal, urging the spirit to rise as dawn breaks. This moving composition is a beautiful exploration of resilience, vision, and the life-changing power of music.

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