recommended by Jen Sper and Lora Moore, School Choral Music Specialists

Count on Me arr. Audrey Snyder, TB with piano and optional bongo drums
This TB setting of “Count on Me” is a happy song with a positive message. Popularized by singer-songwriter Bruno Mars in 2010, the song celebrates the importance of friends helping one another.

I Want to Hold Your Hand arr. Roger Emerson, TB with piano
The famous Beatles’ song, “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” is arranged here for Tenor and Baritone singers. Appropriate voice ranges with strong support in the accompaniment help bring confidence in singing this great song celebrating the joy of a loving relationship.

How Can I Keep from Singing (A Gospel Setting) by Greg Gilpin, TTB with piano
Gilpin’s original setting offers a fresh, soulful melody and interpretation of this classic hymn text. With optional solo opportunities, Gilpin rocks both vocal and accompaniment lines. Sure to be an audience pleaser, this toe-tapper is appropriate for any concert or festival.

Sweet Caroline arr. Roger Emerson, TB with piano
This classic Neil Diamond song is perfect for any TB choir! True to style and form, this arrangement can be sung with great gusto, particularly the chorus. The song’s feel good message is one that singers and listeners alike will enjoy.

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About the Authors:
Jen Sper is a Choral Music Specialist here at Stanton’s Sheet Music. A native of Cincinnati, she holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baldwin Wallace College (now University) Conservatory of Music, and taught 7-12 choir, music theory, class piano, and drama in Southern Ohio before joining the Stanton’s team in 2006. An active choral singer and accompanist throughout the Central Ohio area, Jen can also often be found exploring the exciting restaurant, brewery, and theater scenes in Columbus, wandering through the local metro parks, visiting family around the Great Lakes, or at home with her very friendly cat.

Lora Moore joined the Stanton’s choral staff in July 2018. A former middle school and high school director of 32 years and a former church choir director of 20 years, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Choral Music from Capital University and a Master’s of Arts in Choral Music from The Ohio State University. During the off hours, Lora enjoys scouting out new day trips in Ohio to balance what her budget allows for her frequent trips to New York City to visit family and take in a Broadway show or two!