Unison and Two-Part Secular Concert Choral Music

A delicate Lied sensitively set for two-part or three-part voices. The piano accompaniment is especially beautiful and appropriate for this masterwork from the Romantic era. Teaching opportunities abound to

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

With a contemporary writing style, a featured soloist, and a memorable hook, this encouraging song about determination and character celebrates individuality as well as those who have influenced us in a

This beautiful setting of an anonymous medieval text follows a brokenhearted lover into the woods. Beautifully sculpted melodic lines and engaging harmonies fluctuate between major and minor keys. Supported

Playful, jazzy, and immensely fun to learn and sing, DesJardin's Babylon is based on the English rhyme How Many Miles to Babylon? The text is further accentuated by the playful meter of

With a multicultural flair, this energetic and rhythmic work conveys a singular force for change. Combining texts from Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Matthew 5:15 with original lyrics, the

This iconic Percy Bysshe Shelley poem uses a bird to explore big human experiences: nostalgia, creativity, and our constant drive to reach for higher and more beautiful things. Soaring legato lines and

"Though we are small, we are meant to break free and bloom." Carefully crafted for developing voices, this lovely concert piece features unison singing, accessible harmony, and a relevant message that sets

Well written books can transport young readers, introduce great characters and expose the reader to new and wonderful feelings. This composition, through its whimsical and descriptive journey, hopes to

This is different! Using a fictional language combined with a powerful English text, this exceptional piece effectively combines narration, rhythmic chanting and whispers, singing, vocal percussion, stomps

This delightful choral arrangement of Johann Strauss' famous Tritsch-Tratsch-Polka features a tongue-in-cheek text about gossiping. Musically satisfying, the piece provides opportunities to

Students will reinforce their sense of rhythm and meter changes in this engaging, celebratory, highly enjoyable piece. With or without the optional percussion, this festive number is the perfect closer for

"I am you are me...." This innovative original uses a clever text and pop-style music to create an environment of togetherness among members of the choir. Community - that's what it's all about. Each vocal

The metaphor embraced by the young poets that collaborated on this piece is that of a flame in all of us that, when encouraged, keeps dancing and giving others hope. The simple melody will give young choirs

Aldous Huxley's tongue-in-cheek poem Flowers is set to a folk-like tune that employs jaunty rhythms, an optional violin obbligato, and simple body percussion. This delightful two-part treble piece

Schumann's lied about the Sandman who sprinkles sand on the eyes of people to put them to sleep has been artfully adapted for two-part treble choirs with piano. The simple strophic texture is enhanced by

With spectacularly executed imagery that captures the nature-filled text from poet Myra Viola Wilds, this piece is perfect for treble choirs of all ages. Mixed and asymmetrical meter passages provide

This very cool original is a masterpiece of vocal layering, a "sound experience" for a cappella voices as bells. All voices sing together in the middle section before returning to vocalized bell effects.

This piece hints of the drama of the sea with rolling and weaving melodies in the undulating piano accompaniment. Small vocal ranges and the effective use of unison, two-part harmonies, and a descant propel

"Day to day you plant the seeds, you watch us grow...and deep inside you know all that we see is not all that we can be." The inspiring text conveys a child's appreciation for a parent, teacher, or caring

Everyday imagery comes to life; pictures of smoke trailing from chimneys up to the sky weave through a charming melody and accompaniment. This is a great selection for choirs learning how to sing in two

This new melody for the How Can I Keep from Singing? text is gentle and thoughtful. The easy lyricism in these phrases will assist your singers in hearing the familiar words in a new way.

Like a contemporary lullaby, this tender original work ushers in the sights and sounds of the setting of the sun. With a beautiful, lyrical melody, gentle harmonies, and a simple yet effective

In a melodic and flowing 6/8, this original concert work pairs expressive music with lyrics that remind us that though things may not seem to always make sense, everything has a time and place. An ideal