Michael Souders is a prolific composer of accessible choral music for school and community ensembles. This collection spans 55 titles across multiple voicings, from unison and 2-part arrangements to full SATB, making it easy to find work suited to your group's size and skill level. Souders' choral octavos dominate the collection, with popular selections like "Thank You, Soldiers" and "Thankfully" available in multiple voicings. Formats range from printed octavos to digital downloads, so you can choose how you want to access the scores.
Who it's for
Middle and high school choir directors building inclusive programs
Elementary music teachers looking for accessible 2-part and unison arrangements
Community and church choir leaders seeking contemporary choral works
What's inside
34 choral octavos in SAB, SATB, 2-part, and unison voicings
Music for holidays, patriotic events, graduations, and seasonal occasions
Print and digital formats: octavos, digital downloads, PDFs, and CDs
Grade 2.5 through 3 and up difficulty levels
Things to consider
Start by filtering for your preferred voicing and occasion: Souders' arrangements cover everything from Veterans Day to Thanksgiving, so you can program by theme. If your ensemble is mixed but smaller, look for the SAB or 3-part mixed options before committing to full SATB. Digital downloads let you preview and print on demand, while printed octavos work well for standing orders or larger groups.
