Community Voiceworks – The Complete Resource for Community Choirs

By Alison Burns and Gitika Partington.

Community Voiceworksis an unrivalled collection of fun, reflective, empowering, and moving songs in the practical Voiceworks format. With five sections covering a variety of life’s key themes, there is something for everyone – from classic hits such as ‘Sitting on the Dock of the Bay‘, ‘If I had a hammer‘, ‘Walking on Sunshine‘, and ‘Something Inside So Strong‘ to well-known traditional songs and new works by acclaimed choir leaders. The CD provides recordings of individual parts, allowing non-readers to learn aurally, and song sheets are photocopiable. A truly inclusive collection for all groups who love singing together, regardless of experience!

• 43 flexible songs, from simple unison to four parts, by established writers and arrangers.
• Ideal for community choirs of all types and school groups of 11+ years.
• Vast range of repertoire, including well-known pop songs, traditional songs from around the world, contemporary songs, protest songs and rounds.
• Diverse themes, including Peace and Reflection, Liberty and Freedom, and Celebrations.
• Warm-ups and practical tips on working with amateur singers and the natural voice.
• Supporting rehearsal plans for each song, from the basis of learning by ear.
• Copiable pages.
• CD containing MP3s of learning tracks (providing individual vocal parts) and backing tracks for some pieces.
• Recordings of full performances available to download.