SATB Secular Concert Openers and Closers

Featuring comfortable ranges and a beautifully supportive accompaniment, this introspective piece offers a powerful and inspiring message: "Imagine if no bound'ries could impede us; Imagine what a world we

The excitement of opening night is captured brilliantly in this arrangement of the showstopper from Cole Porter's "Kiss Me, Kate." Anticipation gradually builds as the bubbly tune passes from voice to

Whether performed on risers, as a processional, or encircling the audience, this celebratory fanfare is the perfect opening number for concert or festival and is appropriate for use throughout the school

A very impressive opener or contest/festival piece! Bright, fanfare-like motives, incisive accompaniment, and text in Latin and English work together to make this work a standout for young and developing

A wide array of musical moods and artful contrasts are represented in this dynamic festival or concert selection. A striking minor theme opens the piece, enhanced by percussive handclaps. In the middle

Great as a festival opener, this triumphant setting of a traditional Latin text includes a pronunciation and translation guide and is great for teaching pure vowel sounds. Mixed meter sets an exciting mood

The strong, driving rhythms and exciting dynamic contrasts of this Latin setting will keep your audience and choir engaged right up to the final vigorous "Hallelujah!" Very catchy, fun to sing and easy to

New words and original music add to the melody from Henry Purcell's spirited "Sing for Joy" to create a perfect opening holiday choral work. Unison singing introduces the melody, which develops into

"I dream a world where man no other man will scorn, where love will bless the earth and peace its paths adorn..." The introspective and contemplative lyrics of the great African-American poet Langston

Victor Johnson's celebratory original features a text adapted from Psalms. Opening with a stately, majestic fanfare, it moves into jubilant high gear featuring a rhythmically driving accompaniment and

This sensitive original setting of the traditional Irish text is both accessible and expressive. A beautiful melody, simple harmonies and a flowing piano accompaniment combine to create an especially

This jubilant, accessible original will add flourish and excitement to your performance. The strong opening theme leads to a colorful contrasting middle section, and the buoyant recapitulation propels the

Here's an original madrigal that's an excellent teaching piece for developing mixed or treble choirs. Independent vocal lines, terraced dynamics, and a joyful music-themed text make it an appealing concert