Based on Psalm 139 as translated in Psalms Anew. The portions of text deal with the encompassing and comforting nature of God and the guiding aspects of faith. The music seeks to envelop the
Arirang is considered the unofficial national anthem of South Korea. This setting for flute and piano features three distinct sections: a gentle and reflective beginning, a flowing and lyrical
This music is based upon the folk-prayer, "Beside the Still Waters," inspired by the 23rd Psalm: Beside the still waters, I will lay my body down, with breezes floating o'er me, and a garland for my crown.
A fun set of four titles for tuba and piano. The music paints the scenes and moods embodied in the titles by way of tone painting. Titles include: A Walk in the Park; A Walk at the Beach; A Waltz
Elegy was commissioned by organist Douglas Cleveland. It is a one-movement work in a lyrical, meditative style. Its harmonic language is French-influenced, but the composer considers the piece
A collection of four Christmas carols from the British Isles, arranged for flute and keyboard. The first, From Heaven High, is a Scottish carol, featuring quietly flowing motion and
This engaging work by Mary Beth Bennett was commissioned by the Northern Virginia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists to celebrate its 50th anniversary. A soft misterioso section, reminiscent of Jean
A set of four songs for lower voice with piano and optional string trio accompaniment. Songs may be sung separately or as a group. The deep sonority of lower voices works particularly well with strings.
All three songs from Prayers and Blessings are interconnected motivically, yet distinct in meter, tonality and message. Peace and reverence flow throughout. The version for bass-baritone was
Profound Praise is a collection of six hymns for tuba and organ in two parts. Hymns of Celebration is a set of three familiar Protestant hymns: A Mighty Fortress; Fairest Lord
A collection of ten vocal solos by an American composer whose music is known for its energy, beauty, reverence, drama, and humor. These pieces are appropriate for worship or
Sonata da Chiesa was composed for the dedication of the organ built by Darron Wissinger for the Plymouth Congregational Church, Belmont, Massachusetts, Helen T. Taylor, organist. The premiere
This suite for organ solo looks back at Baroque forms in a contemporary manner. The first movement, Sinfonia, is based on the Advent chorale NUN KOMM, DER HEIDEN HEILAND (Savior of the Nations,
Ten multi-movement works for manuals alone or harpsichord. These pieces are engaging and excellent for preludes and concerts.
These marches make excellent processionals, recessionals, and postludes. March in C Major and March in E-Flat Major are very accessible, while March in D Major offers more challenge.
The singing of Dona nobis pacem is an annual holiday tradition at the Eastman School of Music. Students, faculty, and alumni gather in the Main Hall at the end of fall semester to hear music inspired by the
This work is built on a theme of the late Virginia composer, Ludwig Liehn. Commissioned for the 2009 Mid-Atlantic Regional Convention of the American Guild of Organists, it has six movements: Intrada (2
The text accompanying this piece was recorded in the diary of Fr. Isaac Thomas Hecker (1819-1888), founder of the Paulist Fathers, and may be read by a narrator before each movement. Perfect for Pentecost,
A collection of four songs for high voice and piano, these 'Wing' songs are inspired by the many characters of birds portrayed in poetry and folksongs. The tiny swallow is a mournful bird, weeping in