Three verses of the intimate and prayerful Latin text O nata lux de lumine are employed for this lovely a cappella setting. Suitable for Christmas or general programming, this work for mixed choirs
This festive original setting of the traditional Latin text captures the essence of joyful admiration of God. Both solemn and majestic, pensive and jubilant, the a cappella sonorities expressed and explored
Mixed scriptural texts in Latin, German, and Basque are unified into a single and universal musical language in this piece. Spacious vocal architecture, tasteful dissonance, mixed meter, and skilled voice
Rhythmic and syncopated, this driving and energetic portrayal of two angels clamoring over one another to see whose praises are the loudest explores themes of listening and accepting that we are more alike
This setting of the opening and closing verses of Psalm 133 paints a scene of unity. The Spanish text and involved piano accompaniment round out this study of harmony and repose.
The pleas for intercession that highlight this famous text are painted in aching colors by an expressive keyboard accompaniment and close vocal harmonies. Sensitively set independent vocal lines and musical
This arrangement of this Norwegian folk song weaves together threads of tradition and innovation. The ethereal melody is set here for unaccompanied divisi choir and offers a modern take on the beautiful
Beautifully marrying the realms of music and spirituality, this a cappella setting of the traditional Latin text is breathtaking. Featuring a soprano soloist and divisi texture, it is a captivating
Rich melodic lines and fragments form the basis for a delicious counterpoint in this traditional folk hymn arrangement. The harmonies are at once modern and tasteful, with elements of tone-painting and
There are many great teaching moments in this excellent original setting of the traditional Latin text. Using the style of the late Baroque period, with limited ranges in each part, the work has lots of
While the Latin Ave maris stella text has been set for choirs in many ways, the Spanish composer Eva Ugalde's unique compositional voice shines through here. Beginning with a simple chant, it
A traditional Latin text graces this sophisticated concert work for treble choir by Spanish composer Eva Ugalde. The text expresses the feeling of a desperate need for mercy in our lives, and the shifting
This collaborative work expresses ideas of peace and grief. It is characterized by a simple harmonic structure and text, with opportunities for improvisation within the structure of the piece, the