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So versatile and vibrant, choirs in any voicing will want to perform this for Black History Month, on an American music program, as a spotlight selection, or even an unexpected encore.","brand":"Alfred Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44578253570184,"sku":"00-51632","price":2.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/6104\/0520\/files\/00-51632_large_d4abb506-a3be-461c-aa25-b31636cd4494.jpg?v=1782790223"},{"product_id":"the-victor-johnson-collection-00-52192","title":"The Victor Johnson Collection: Medium High Vocal Book","description":"Discover the artistry of Victor Johnson in this stunning collection of vocal solos. Perfect for recitals and concerts, it includes a mix of original songs and carefully crafted arrangements by the renowned composer. It's an essential resource for any soloist looking to expand their repertoire and elevate their performances. 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A phonetic guide and translation appear in the publication, or view the pronunciation video to hear a demonstration by the arranger, a native speaker.","brand":"Alfred Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44912761733256,"sku":"00-52216","price":2.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/6104\/0520\/files\/00-52216_large_05fda96c-dea8-4046-aaee-072b102a0fcc.jpg?v=1782790223"},{"product_id":"there-is-sweet-music-here-00-52241","title":"There Is Sweet Music Here: SATB Choral Octavo","description":"Victor Johnson lends his artistic voice to this beloved Alfred, Lord Tennyson text. A mellifluous melody, warm harmonies, and sensitive syllabic stress bring the alluring poetry to life. An elegant piano accompaniment offers decorative embellishments while providing consistent support for mixed or treble ensembles. Enjoy conducting the nuanced rubato and expressive dynamics. 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