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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

Number four in the series of four Appalachian Carols set for both mixed and treble voices. The complete set contains Wondrous Love; The Cherry Tree Carol; Jesus, Jesus Rest Your Head; and Go Tell it on

This movement from the larger work At the Water’s Edge, which celebrates the landscape of the seacoast region of New England and its ties to the inhabitants, is set for treble

The third in a set of three songs titled Love Was My Lord and King! based on the poetry of Alfred Lord Tennyson. For TTBB chorus and chamber orchestra or piano. Commissioned by the Orpheus Male

The King shall come when morning dawns
And light triumphant breaks,
When beauty gilds the eastern hills
And life to joy awakes.

This popular Mexican folk song tells the tale of La Llorona, "The Weeping Woman." The tuneful melody pairs well with the other parts, and intuitive part-writing makes this accessible to treble choirs.

Utilizing the traditional African American tune, this artistic setting focuses on two central images: breaking bread together in communion and fellowship, and falling on one's knees in prayer. Both images

A traditional memorial text with spiritual roots has been adapted by the composer in a setting that is simple and honest. With an unadorned melody set in a beautiful musical language with open, transparent

The opening lines, "Listen, I love you. Do not turn your face / Nor touch me" reflect the somber feelings encompassing Sara Teasdale's poem. Paired voices initially express contrapuntal melodic lines

This setting of Sara Teasdale's whimsical poem pertaining to a brown-thrush, love, and kisses emulates the meaning, strict rhythm, rhyme, and strophic structure of the text. The soft rolled chords of the

Adapted from the idea of the American folk song A Man of Constant Sorrow, Walker's Maid of Constant Sorrow has a very simple melody with a mournful message. That the soul is troubled and

Based on the powerful poem by Langston Hughes, Walker's setting fits the free verse and vernacular style, mimicking the patterns of speech and the diction of conversation. The mother, who speaks throughout,

This text is part of a longer work by Mohja Kahf titled My People Are Rising, an unfinished poem begun in spring 2011 for an unfinished revolution begun in March 2011. The work speaks so viscerally

This work was inspired by the nuptial Mass of a former student, who had arranged for her chorus to sing for the ceremony. One of the texts read at the wedding was the passage from the Song of Solomon

This a cappella setting of the liturgical text is mostly homophonic and showcases lyrical, flowing lines that continue to bloom and blossom throughout the work. This work evolves and grows in tension

This lyrical lullaby can find a place in your Lessons and Carols service or really anytime throughout the season. Christina Rossetti's tender text shines in this a cappella setting with a short optional

This original setting of an anonymous 19th-century text is written in verse-anthem style. Effective with organ or piano, the scoring for chorus, harp, and keyboard makes it an ideal companion piece for

A collection of three carol settings with brass, percussion, and organ. These beautiful festival settings include Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella; In the Bleak Midwinter and

A relatively recent carol, this piece works in both the church and school holiday settings. Delicate part writing and clear sections will make this a bright spot in your Christmas program. A curriculum

A beautiful setting of the traditional spiritual, this treble arrangement employs a cascading harmonic figure that expands from unison all the way to a perfect fourth. The rocking feel of the piece embodies

If you are looking for a Spanish-language choral feature that is thoroughly authentic, this is for you. The songs included are: La Martiniana (The Martiniana); La Bruja (The Witch) and La

As recorded by Sweet Honey in the Rock, this extraordinary a cappella piece speaks of the precious gifts of life and loved ones. Newly updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works,