SAB and Three-Part Mixed Secular Concert Choral Music

Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and voices with independent vocal lines, this work simply radiates energy with a message of hope and empowerment: "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move

This arrangement, from Vicki Tucker Courtney's solo of the same title, is set in a contemporary ballad style. The feel-good, empowering text expresses the hope that each person will recognize their own

Inspired by explorers who braved the unknown and discovered new lands and countries, this piece highlights how critical it is for each of us to believe in our own abilities and to reach for our own goals in

From Purcell's "Birthday Ode for Queen Mary," which also includes other well-known odes, such as Sound the Trumpet and Strike the Viol, this setting of Come, Ye Sons of Art has

Francis Ledwidge's poem brings a sweetly sentimental tone that is so well complemented by the lyrical lines and gorgeous harmonies in this original work. At once both musically satisfying and accessible, it

Inspired by a trip to Iceland, this dramatic work captures the majesty and mood of the country while highlighting key geographical features of its unique and exotic landscape. The lyrics and music paint

Celebrating the gifts of friendship, shared experiences, and joy, this original song is an ideal way to close a concert or service. Incorporating one Latin phrase and one Hebrew phrase into the otherwise

Text-painting and lyrical writing reflect this powerful and inspirational text by Francis Ledwidge. The composer supplements the poetry with his own words: "Be Brave ... Stay Strong ... Work Hard ... Hold

This setting of a text by William Cullen Bryant really conveys the excitement of a hurricane! Knee slaps, finger snaps, and blowing sounds effectively imitate the rain and wind while the piano contributes

This accessible contemporary gospel work features a secular text that celebrates singing. A driving keyboard accompaniment, syncopated rhythms, solo opportunities, a layered bridge, and a clap chorus give

With a text coming from a student poetry contest, this gently syncopated ballad offers words of friendship and trust. Lyrical vocal lines, simple harmonies, and an optional flute obbligato contribute to the

"So think of me each day, and soon I'll return on the long, long road back home." Lyrical lines embrace this text that yearns for home in a tender setting easily achievable by mixed choirs.

This gospel-style original draws inspiration from the work of the late Martin Luther King Jr. and others like him who worked to break down the barriers of racial discrimination and social injustice. A

This dreamy setting affords opportunities for tone development with a balance between independent vocal lines and sweetly harmonized homophonic sections. "Close your eyes. Listen to your heart."

Russell Robinson has done a masterful job arranging this well-known motet for mixed or treble choirs, and it is equally effective a cappella or accompanied. Using only the original Latin text, this is

This energetic original work is a testament that "Love conquers all, therefore let us surrender to love!" In Latin, with pronunciation guide and translation included, this festival work may be performed a