Acts 7

From a three-part collection based on poetry by American pioneers, this third piece depicts a barn dance as vocalists circle 'round the instruments, stomp, clap, and perform with general

A pull-out from the classic Carols and Lullabies collection, this traditional Spanish carol in four parts also includes English text. The accompaniment includes marimba, harp, and guitar for a truly

A familiar text from Lessons and Carols services in a brand new setting. Unexpected tonality shifts and waves of building tempos lead to a final climax of "Deo gracias!" A quintessential Advent addition to

A triptych of pieces for harp (or piano) and SATB divsi chorus using texts by poet Christine Schenk. Her version of the "O Antiphons" provides a means of contemporary reflection on those ancient texts. The

Close harmonies and a lyrical melody paint the sense of longing one feels after losing a loved one. An exploration of dissonance and resolve, this a cappella piece provides comfort in a time of

Based on the familiar German hymn HERLIEBSER JESU, this unaccompanied motet offers a sublime musical experience for congregations and audiences alike during the season of Lent. Anchored by a homophonic

All Await was commissioned by Trinity Presbyterian Church, Berwyn, Pennsylvania, in celebration of the church's 150th anniversary. Nancy Gifford was asked to compose a celebratory piece for this

The second movement from a set of four contrasting memorial dances for unaccompanied mixed chorus. The text, from Isaiah 40, is set to a courtly gavotte in a minor modality. Suite Remembrance,

A very poignant song. Phrases such as "Hush little baby, don't you cry, you know your mama was born to die," or "Oh my brothers, I must leave you here behind," view the approach of death in terms of those

This selection is a gentle lullaby based on an old Welsh folk song. With limited divisi towards the end, it has beautifully lyrical writing and will be a warm and welcome addition to any concert.

"The invitation to compose an anthem for Easter Sunday from my home parish of St. Dominic's Catholic Church in San Francisco, Simon Berry, conductor, was for me an opportunity to fulfill a long-desired

Written  as a melodic vehicle for the alto saxophone, Amendment offers flowing lines ornamented with grace notes reminiscent of Impressionist days gone by. Mayernik's work is brief, but

"American Death Ballads was composed especially for tenor Brian Thorsett and premiered by him at the San Francisco Conservatory, November 1, 2015, with pianist John Churchwell, and at the National

Kohn embarked on discovering and arranging lesser-known folk songs from the American tradition in this set of 15 folk songs. Each is a mini-drama with a story to tell; someone is traveling, working or

American Triptych presents aspects of spiritual experience as expressed by three North American poets: Americans E. E. Cummings and W. S. Merwin, and Canadian Bliss Carman. The first movement, i thank

American Triptych presents aspects of spiritual experience as expressed by three North American poets: Americans E. E. Cummings and W. S. Merwin, and Canadian Bliss Carman. The second movement, a modern

American Triptych presents aspects of spiritual experience as expressed by three North American poets: Americans E. E. Cummings and W. S. Merwin, and Canadian Bliss Carman. The third movement, Mariner's

"This musical setting of the well-known Dylan Thomas poem focuses on the strength and certainty of the message - though death may claim the mortal life, the spirit of humanity endures. Thus, the piano

A moving setting of original words dealing with the loss of a beloved friend and lover of music.