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A spiritual song from the Luo people of Kenya, this arrangement is highly accessible and authentic. With or without percussion, it has simple harmonies, plenty of repetition, conservative vocal ranges, and

Written for a cappella mixed choir and soloist(s), this arrangement of the traditional spiritual is set with an authentic rhythmic feel that showcases the harmonic texture. It's a great choice for concerts

With plenty of rhythmic energy and dynamic contrast, this lively arrangement of the traditional spiritual by one of the top names in the choral world is sure to be a concert highlight for your mixed or

Rhythmic and dramatic, this exciting piece is the perfect way to open your holiday concert. The traditional Latin text is given a perfectly crafted modern setting with optional body percussion and driving

Perfect for holiday concerts or any time of year, this original a cappella piece is great fun and quick to learn. Written in Kiswahili, in the Maasai idiom in East Africa, it includes a phonetic

A strong unifying text from Colleen Carhuff states "No notes are as connected as the souls that sing them, and no soul is happier than when surrounded by their friends. We are one!" A wonderful choice for

This beautiful memorial recalls beautiful memories of a lost loved one who will never be forgotten. The lyrical lines and antiphonal singing between the parts symbolize the lingering memories while a depth

A thought-provoking text from Rumi graces this original concert work in a Romantic style. Lush choral writing, interesting and soaring vocal lines for all, and a stunning piano accompaniment allow your

Rhythmic and joyful, this unique and thought-provoking concert work is a call to action for all humankind to embrace that which is best and most noble in society. Using a text from Lebanese poet Michel

This setting of the evocative Sara Teasdale poem tells a story about how experiencing nature and music can inspire deep love and happiness. Soaring vocal lines combined with rich, dissonant harmonies and a

"Hold this thought when far away from those you love who cannot stay." This tender and thought-provoking text gives a message of strength and unconditional love. The a cappella choral texture brings life

Sweeping, emotive choral lines envelop Eugene Field's well-known poem Christmas Eve in this beautiful lullaby setting from a Hollywood film score composer. Lush harmonies allow choirs to express

Charles Baudelaire's French text is perfectly paired in an evocative setting with soaring vocal lines that hearkens back to great French Impressionistic chansons. Delicious tensions in the two-against-three

Rhythmic and exciting, this original setting of Christopher Schmicker's poem paints a text that reflects on the nature of the moonlight, a literal reflection of sunlight, even when the sun is not visible.

The traditional Irish folk song is wrapped in a gorgeous eight-part a cappella setting with expanded harmonies. The flowing, memorable melody is surrounded with lilting motives and an elegant harmonization

This upbeat traditional isiXhosa song from South Africa is a memorable and enjoyable statement for choirs. The authentic a cappella setting includes a guide to the suggested simple choral movement along

Made popular by the award-winning group Sweet Honey in the Rock, this South African folk song was shared with the arranger by the group using the text that they had learned from an indigenous South African.

This very accessible piece pairs a beautifully written vocal and piano score with the Langston Hughes poem that warns us to "Hold fast to dreams... for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with

A fascinating mix of English and Arabic text reinforces the universal message to open our minds, hearts, and hands to each other. The lively piano accompaniment, notated djembe percussion part, and

The elegant beauty of Francis Ledwidge's poem about the late summer shimmers in this original work for a cappella mixed chorus. Slowly moving harmonies that range between four and six parts ebb and flow

Drawing on our shared humanity, this original work from new composer Peterson encourages us to confront the isolationism that's becoming prevalent in our world due to so many crises, fears, and uncertainty

"The rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of the singing has come!" Written to acknowledge a coming together in song again after the most trying season of the pandemic, this song

Four hands on the keyboard give great drive to this very rhythmic, exciting and dramatic piece with a Sara Teasdale text. Chord clusters, close harmonies, and divisi in each voice part add to the depth and

This delightful medley of beloved children's songs is set in mixed and asymmetrical meters with a tempo indication that says "as fast as possible!" Mixed and treble choirs will enjoy the challenge of