Psalm 24

The music of Leonard Bernstein's "West Side Story" is timeless and remains as popular as ever. This skillfully arranged version has carefully preserved the mixed-meter rhythmic fire and flavor of the

This setting breathes new life into the old nursery rhyme. An uneven and unusual meter adds a touch of whimsical excitement to the ride along with an accompaniment that feels both playful and regal.

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

A true band masterwork, Clare Grundman's Concord has become a staple in the wind band repertoire. The middle section of this work is a beautiful chorale based on the early hymn America by

This well-known song from Mexico incorporates a piano accompaniment that resembles the layers of a mariachi ensemble using violins, trumpets, bass and guitars. Commissioned to promote the singing of folk

This is by far the jazziest tune from Bernstein's "West Side Story," and it's nothing short of iconic in its appeal and longevity. Combining a medium swing style with angular riffs and a cocky

Expressing a powerful message of hope for a better world, this dynamic piece strikes a universal chord for all to hear! The quiet and subdued opening gradually builds to a dramatic musical statement using

Written for the famous St. Olaf Christmas Concert, this lullaby, sung by Mary to her child, has a gentle rocking feeling in 6/8 time. Long flowing and lyrical melodic vocal lines contrast nicely with the

This is an evocative, folk-like setting of Yeats' poem The Lake Isle of Innisfree. The modal vocal writing is both simple and sophisticated and always expressive of the yearning in Yeats' words.

Examining a real event of 1851, the composer asks us to look to the future where the past is always present. Do we learn from our past or do we make the same mistakes over and over? Amazing

Written in a Foundation for Small Voices song-writing workshop hosted by the Cincinnati Children's Choir, the students' message is loud and clear: "Whatever your journey, whatever your beliefs, whatever

Acceptance and unity, even through our differences, are an essential part of our evolving world. Here is a powerful and uplifting song commissioned to celebrate and model unity in the world. A perfect work

The transcription of this exuberant overture has become a staple of band repertoire and is a proven programming favorite. Constructed using two contrasting themes that combine near the end,

This is a work by a little known 17th century Italian composer, lutenist, and nun - Sulpitia Cesis. In groundbreaking research by Meredith Bowen, we not only learn that women sang in the early church but

First written as the bright, opening movement of Heavenly Home: Three American Songs, this enduring gospel favorite is set with a straightforward first verse and chorus. The next two verses combine

Young people often know how to speak to the heart of matters more clearly than adults. Here, in the words of seventh graders, we hear that we all have voices singing to us, inspiring us and leading us to