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We Are the Light: 2-Part Choral Octavo -
When I Fall in Love: SATB, a cappella Choral Octavo -
Over the Rainbow: SATB, a cappella Choral Octavo 
Temporarily out of stockOver the Rainbow: SATB, a cappella Choral Octavo
Over the Rainbow: SATB, a cappella Choral Octavo
Music by Harold Arlen, lyric by E. Y. Harburg / arr. Russell Robinson
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Sing Dem Herrn: 2-5 Voices Choral Octavo -
Ma Bella Bimba: 2-Part Choral Octavo -
Corner of the Sky: SA Choral Octavo 
Temporarily out of stockCorner of the Sky: SA Choral Octavo
Corner of the Sky: SA Choral Octavo
Words and music by Stephen Schwartz / arr. John Cacavas
Level: Moderate
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Fascinating Rhythm: SATB Choral Octavo -
Walk a Mile: SATB divisi, a cappella Choral Octavo -
Caterpillar: 2-Part Choral Octavo -
Something Told the Wild Geese: 2-Part Choral Octavo -
How Like a Winter: SAB Choral Octavo -
In My Dream: 2-Part Choral Octavo -
Arirang (Korean Folk Song): SATB Choral Octavo -
The White Moon: SATB Choral Octavo -
Will You Walk a Little Faster: SA Choral Octavo -
Fascinating Rhythm: SAB Choral Octavo -
Breathe Soft, Ye Winds: SSA Choral Octavo -
Freedom!: 2-Part Choral Octavo -
She Walks in Beauty: Choral Octavo 
Temporarily out of stockShe Walks in Beauty: Choral Octavo
She Walks in Beauty: Choral Octavo
By Raymond Rhea
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Give Me Wings: SAB Choral Octavo -
Bella Ciao: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo -
Bella Ciao: SSA Choral Octavo -
Song of the Luna Moth: 3-Part Mixed Choral Octavo -
Sutoku In: SATB Choral Octavo
About This Collection
Description
Contest and festival choral music requires repertoire that engages singers while meeting adjudication standards. This collection centers on accessible, performance-ready octavos across multiple voicings and difficulty levels. Andy Beck's Carry the Light, Northern Lights, The Moon, and Firefly are popular choices for 2-part ensembles, while creators like Ruth Morris Gray, Jay Althouse, Greg Gilpin, Sally K. Albrecht, and Victor C. Johnson contribute pieces ranging from sacred to secular, folk to world music. You'll find works approved for Texas UIL and NYSSMA competitions, many with recorded accompaniments and optional instrumental parts.
Highlights
Teachers return repeatedly to Andy Beck's 2-part octavos, particularly Carry the Light and Northern Lights, which balance accessibility with musical substance. Jay Althouse's Homeward Bound (SATB) and Greg Gilpin's Tongo (2-Part) are festival staples. Sally K. Albrecht's I Bought Me a Cat and Victor C. Johnson's Siyahamba round out strong choices across voicings.
Recently added
Recent additions include Maria Grever's Tipitin (TTBB a cappella), Greg Gilpin's In Time of Silver Rain (SSA), and Ruth Morris Gray's A la Lata (SATB), all released in spring 2026.
Composer & Author Spotlight
Andy Beck is Director of Choral Publications at Alfred Music and has composed over 450 choral works, vocal resources, and children's musicals currently in print. Beyond his festival repertoire, he's authored method books including Sing at First Sight and Vocalize! 45 Vocal Warm-Ups That Teach Technique, making him a resource for both contest pieces and pedagogical support.
Ruth Morris Gray directs choirs at Rosemead High School in California and holds degrees in Piano Performance and Composition from Biola University and a Master's in Music Composition from UC Santa Barbara. With over 100 published choral compositions, she brings classroom expertise to festival writing.
Greg Gilpin is an ASCAP award-winning choral composer and conductor known for performances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Sydney Opera House, and Royal Festival Hall. His festival works combine accessibility with artistic credibility that appeals to both students and adjudicators.
Victor C. Johnson is the School Choral Editor for Sing!, the educational publishing division of Choristers Guild, and previously directed choral programs at Ft. Worth Academy of Fine Arts for 18 years. His catalog of over 500 choral works reflects deep knowledge of what works in both rehearsal rooms and competition settings.