This collection of 2218 contest and festival choral pieces spans secular, sacred, multicultural, and folk traditions, with voicings for every ensemble from unison through SATB. Teachers return consistently to Andy Beck's accessible 2-part arrangements like Carry the Light, Northern Lights, The Moon, and Firefly, which dominate adoptions across skill levels. You'll find most music at moderate difficulty, with over 1000 titles available as PDF downloads and many backed by recorded accompaniments.
Highlights
Andy Beck's catalog defines what teachers reach for most: Carry the Light, Northern Lights, The Moon, and Firefly consistently lead adoption lists across high school and middle school programs. Jay Althouse's Homeward Bound (SATB) and Greg Gilpin's Tongo (2-part) also see strong uptake, offering repertoire that works equally well in rehearsal and on the festival stage.
Recently added
Recent additions include Tipitin, a TTBB a cappella piece by Maria Grever; In Time of Silver Rain, an SSA arrangement by Greg Gilpin; and A la Lata, a SATB work by Ruth Morris Gray. These join the catalog's strong multicultural and folk music offerings.
Composer & Author Spotlight
Andy Beck, Director of Choral Publications at Alfred Music, has composed over 450 choral works now in print alongside respected method books like Sing at First Sight and Vocalize! His music is performed by singers worldwide and appears regularly at festivals and competitions. Ruth Morris Gray brings twenty years of classroom experience as Director of Choirs at Rosemead High School in California, with degrees in piano performance, composition, and music education; her output of over 100 choral compositions reflects her direct understanding of what student singers need. Jay Althouse worked eight years in music publishing and rights administration before establishing himself as a prolific composer with more than 800 works in print across all choir levels; his Homeward Bound remains a festival favorite. Greg Gilpin is an ASCAP award-winning conductor and composer whose performances span Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Sydney Opera House; his recent SSA arrangement In Time of Silver Rain exemplifies his gift for writing accessible music with artistic depth.
