Solo Vocal Music

The chorale Lasst uns erfreuen is arranged for solo (mezzo) voice and piano in this publication by John Ringley. This jazz-like arrangement requires greater-than-average skill for both pianist and vocalist. Dances with vigorous rhythmic vitality–great for the Easter and Pentecost seasons!

One of the most treasured pieces in the solo vocal repertoire is now available for SATB choir and keyboard. Carefully arranged by Ralph C. Schultz, this choral setting of the soprano solo from George Frideric Handel’s Messiah brings a masterpiece into the realm of the average parish choir without…

Psalm settings for the church year for solo voice and keyboard by Robert Powell.

…a powerful text for Christmas and Passion Sunday by Richard Wilbur. The melody ANDÚJAR by David Hurd is arranged with accessible vocal ranges and tenor solo. The hymn on which this anthem is based is included in Hymnal Supplement 98. A separate part for flute (or optional recorder or violin)…

…compositions were originally designed for a small instrumental consort. In order to increase their flexibility, the melody line is provided for a vocal soloist and instruments in B-flat and C. In this way the melody may be doubled by the vocalist and an instrument or may be played by the instrument…

A vocally rich setting of a hymn taken from the hope and comfort section of Lutheran Service Book. The solo viola provides both an alternate counterpoint and at times doubles a vocal line. This piece is ideal for All Saints' Day.

This wedding hymn for low solo voice by Donald Busarow and text by Jaroslav Vajda is also in the collection "Seven Wedding Songs" - 97-5576 for high voice.

This wedding hymn for low solo voice by Donald Busarow and text by Jaroslav Vajda is also in the collection "Seven Wedding Songs" - 97-5576 for high voice.

The second of two comprehensive volumes containing a wealth of organ literature for church weddings, anniversaries and other festive occasions.

John Leavitt has made this TTBB arrangement from his SATB setting, originally written for his large work Jubilee. Because the vocal range is very reasonable, most male choirs could easily sing this setting during the Epiphany season.

…compositions were originally designed for a small instrumental consort. In order to increase their flexibility, the melody line is provided for a vocal soloist and instruments in B-flat and C. In this way the melody may be doubled by the vocalist and an instrument or may be played by the instrument…

…composer/conductor Felix Mendelssohn composed this cantata using a paraphrase of Psalm 55 by the English poet William Bartholomew. The cantata consists of four connected movements. Requires a skilled soprano soloist, though the choral parts are only moderate difficulty. oprano Solo, SATB, Organ.

Here’s a great set of four Christmas carols every church musician should own. This flexible collection is arranged for oboe, cello, voice or optional instrument in B-flat or C, and keyboard.

Here’s a great set of four Christmas carols every church musician should own. This flexible collection is arranged for oboe, cello, voice or optional instrument in B-flat or C, and keyboard.

Simple melodies with appropriate text for any ceremony.

…handchimes, and optional solo or unison voices. Level II+. Lyrical lines are enhanced by the use of the handchimes and create a lovely, flowing pattern as the backdrop for the touching melody. Each stanza increases in emotion and intensity to match the text. A reproducible vocal part is included to…

Eight soprano arias from Johann Sebastian Bach's cantatas arranged for soloist and piano by Reinhold Kubik. English singing translations prepared by Vernon and Jutta Wicker. German and English texts.