A longtime favorite in the string repertoire, this three-movement classic continues to dominate festival performances. Holst created this masterwork with student players in mind during his tenure at St.

For strings.  First printing.  Commissioned by Merkin Concert Hall, the Schubert Club of St. Paul, and Ohio University.  Includes program notes.  Winner of the 1998 Pulitzer Prize in

With a debut at Carnegie Hall as part of the New York Pops annual holiday concert, this piece celebrates the inspiring message of Kwanzaa. Drawing from the beat-box style so popular in today's a cappella

For clarinet & string quartet. First printing. Co-commissioned by Chamber Music Northwest and The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Premiered in Portland, July 1995. Includes a composer's note.

The great American Composer, Kirke Mechem has taken this classic "folk song" of unknown origin and set it for SATB chorus, baritone soloist (playing the part of the poet of this text) and piano or organ

These three timeless American folk songs for mixed choir, piano, snare drum, piccolo, and optional strings can be performed as a set or can be sung individually: Simple Gifts; When Johnny