Choral

From the popular female vocal group Point of Grace, this uplifting song is an exuberant affirmation of the power within us all. Fantastic vocal harmonies and a great hook! Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

What is a Grapevine? How do you perform the California Raisins? Or the Cabbage Patch? These questions and more will all be answered in Kids Gotta Move! This handy book/DVD pack features over 100 choreography terms, defined and demonstrated with the young performer in mind. The movements are alphabetized for ease of use, with easy-to-follow definitions, diagrams and dozens of demonstration photos for further visual reference. The DVD features John Jacobson and two student dancers demonstrating each move, and the submenus on the DVD will allow you to go directly to the move you desire without fast-forwarding through an entire videotape! You'll never have to wonder what the Crocodile Smile looks like again. With Kids Gotta Move!, all the moves you'll ever need are right here for you. So get moving with Kids Gotta Move!

A massive electromagnetic attack from outer space has jammed all technical systems, and there is no electricity, no cell phones, no laptops - NO FUN! The kids are in a panic and don't know what to do, until Grandpa and Grandma arrive on the scene and introduce them to a day filled with daring and adventure, music and imagination - all without fancy gadgets! This creative 40-minute musical for Gr. 4-8 features seven original songs, dialog and an adaptable cast list for groups of varying sizes. The Teacher Edition includes full script, piano/vocal arrangements, helpful staging tips and choreography by John Jacobson. For extra value, the expanded Performance Kit/CD now provides 20 Singer books, along with the Teacher Edition and a P/A CD. Available separately: Teacher Edition, Singer Edition 5-Pak, Preview CD (with vocals), Preview Pak (1 Singer book, 1 Preview CD), Performance/Accompaniment CD, and Performance Kit/CD (Teacher, 20 Singer books, P/A CD). Duration: ca. 40 minutes. Suggested for grades 4-8.

A massive electromagnetic attack from outer space has jammed all technical systems, and there is no electricity, no cell phones, no laptops - NO FUN! The kids are in a panic and don't know what to do, until Grandpa and Grandma arrive on the scene and introduce them to a day filled with daring and adventure, music and imagination - all without fancy gadgets! This creative 40-minute musical for Gr. 4-8 features seven original songs, dialog and an adaptable cast list for groups of varying sizes. The Teacher Edition includes full script, piano/vocal arrangements, helpful staging tips and choreography by John Jacobson. For extra value, the expanded Performance Kit/CD now provides 20 Singer books, along with the Teacher Edition and a P/A CD. Available separately: Teacher Edition, Singer Edition 5-Pak, Preview CD (with vocals), Preview Pak (1 Singer book, 1 Preview CD), Performance/Accompaniment CD, and Performance Kit/CD (Teacher, 20 Singer books, P/A CD). Duration: ca. 40 minutes. Suggested for grades 4-8.

Broadway has provided some memorable roles for kids and this medley combines five of the best into a 6-minute panorama of favorites. Songs include: Castle on a Cloud (Les Misrables), Consider Yourself (Oliver), I Just Can't Wait to Be King (The Lion King), It's the Hard-Knock Life (Annie), Let Me Entertain You (Gypsy). Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 5:20.

Broadway has provided some memorable roles for kids and this medley combines five of the best into a 6-minute panorama of favorites. Songs include: Castle on a Cloud (Les Misrables), Consider Yourself (Oliver), I Just Can't Wait to Be King (The Lion King), It's the Hard-Knock Life (Annie), Let Me Entertain You (Gypsy). Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 5:20.

Whether you are a veteran director of children's musicals or a novice, you will turn to this easy-to-use resource again and again! Like John Jacobson's popular Riser Choreography, this practical guide will lead you and your students into the wonderful world of putting on a show. Even if your stage is really just the gym floor, you'll discover how to make the most of your performance through dozens of helpful photos and John's clever step-by-step approach. See the techniques come alive on the video with John and a group of real 6th graders as they learn how to project their lines and communicate with the audience in several scenes and excerpts of musicals. Topics include basic stage terminology, blocking, stage projection, moving on stage, the use of microphones, developing and practicing self confidence, learning how to rehearse, helping the background performers feel special, tips on sound systems and accompaniment tapes, and many more to help give your performance that professional look. Order the book/video pak for an even greater value! Available: Book, Video, Book/Video Pak. For Grades 3-8.

Now an animated feature film, songs from the wonderful Rodgers and Hammerstein score are available in a delightful medley for young performers. Includes: Getting to Know You, I Whistle a Happy Tune, The March of the Siamese Children, School-Room Scene. Available: 2-Part, 3-Part Mixed, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: 4:30.

Celebrate the days of knighthood and chivalry with this exciting original that will capture the spirit of adventure in a way that will especially interest the young men of your choir. Well-written melody and harmony parts and strong age-appropriate lyrics combine to produce success. (Note: The two voicings are in different keys.) Available: TB, 2-Part. Performance Time: Approx. 2:15.