This text speaks for itself. It provides you with a solid, practical and methodical approach to "Bandstand" music theory, with the understanding that there is "No Such thing As A Mistake." Barney's ability to simplify, clarify and qualify musical techniques and methods is captured in this text. What is most important is that the magic of music is seized with the beauty of creative freedom, the essence of experimentation and the excitement of accomplishment. This text is a must for directors and students at all levels.

THE SEATTLE JAZZ SINGERS: Here is a “must have” CD that incorporates all that a jazz choir could be doing. Lots of improvisation, great choral technique and hot instrumental backup. The charts are outstanding and may are available for your group to learn and perform. The group includes a full range of vocal jazz styles from swing to Latin to down and dirty blues. You and your group will thoroughly enjoy this CD. Included are: Blues For Elise, Come On Down, Bill Bailey, A House Is Not A Home, Can't Buy Me Love, Waitin' 'Til You Come Home Blues, Autumn Leaves, Route 66, Don't Think It's Easy, Bailemos, and Down At Smoky Joe's.

Another "must have" CD for your students to listen to exemplary jazz choir arrangements. Who are the Seattle Jazz Singers? They are dental hygienists, they are teachers, they were ministers, they are printers, people working in health care, Microsoft techies, and moms who are with child. But they also have a great passion: music. And remarkable singers and instrumentalists that reach out to people. Charts include: Ring-a-Ding Ding, Witchcraft, You Are There, A Tisket A Tasket, Yes Sir That's My Baby, I Thought About You, Blues For Elise, When April Comes Again, This Can't Be Love, Curiosity, Cloudburst and O Holy Night.

A beautiful ballad featuring an alto soloist. Wonderful text that is sensitive and expressive. Moderate vocal ranges with smooth voice leading and rich harmonies. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 3.

A ballad featuring a beautifully scored piano accompaniment with rich, modern chords. This selection is appropriate for end of year graduation events, last concerts, or closing musical programs. Has easy voice leading, yet is harmonically interesting. Difficulty level 3.

This three part a cappella Halleluyah produces a powerful choral statement your choir will love. The voice leading is excellent and puts the voices in their best ranges for a truly beautiful setting of this text. It is a short piece that will both show off your choir and please your listeners. Difficulty level 2.

This a cappella ballad's rubato phrasing allows the director a great deal of freedom in styling and interpretation. The sensitive lyrics are appropriate for middle school, high school and college choirs. Features simple harmonies in a comfortable vocal range. Difficulty level 2.

A beautiful ballad featuring an alto soloist. Wonderful text that is sensitive and expressive. Moderate vocal ranges with smooth voice leading and rich harmonies. Piano and bass parts included. Difficulty level 3.

An excellent entry-level chart for female choirs. Smooth voice leading with interesting and exciting boogie-woogie rhythms are featured. The harmonic involvement and vocal range are well within the capabilities of junior high or high school choirs. The piano part is written to assist even the novice player to develop boogie-woogie “chops.” Bass part included. Difficulty level 3.

A new and exciting arrangement of our National Anthem. This chart will capture the interest of the listener as well as the performer. A great way to start a concert, school program or athletic event. It can be performed a cappella or with piano accompaniment. Difficulty level 4.