Secular Choral Concert Music

This reimagined interpretation of the classic Bob Dylan song is a perfect choice for choirs looking for socially responsive music. The reharmonization and contrasting musical style will bring new attention

The line between time's reality and its invention is blurry. This modern concert work borrows heavily on contemporary a cappella harmonies and techniques to create an engaging texture that highlights the

"When we reach out to shine and share our light, we show the world that, together, we can do beautiful things. This is who we are!" This positive text would make a great theme song for choirs of all ages.

Energetic, uplifting, and declarative, this original concert work reminds the listener to live in joy despite hardship and circumstance. Joyful rhythms dance over the piano accompaniment throughout, and an

"I am you are me...." This innovative original uses a clever text and pop-style music to create an environment of togetherness among members of the choir. Community - that's what it's all about. Each vocal

Following up on his stunning Lunar Lullaby, Narverud returns with another original lullaby, this time evoking a tranquil lakeside setting. The piece inspires musical sensitivity with lush harmonies

Floating melodic lines and resonant harmonies combine, lending an ethereal quality to this artistic piece that allows the imagination to soar. Leonora Speyer's evocative text explores our relationship to

A joy-filled journey through the many gifts that singing brings us! Memorable lines and contemporary harmonies are backed by energetic percussion for shaker, tambourine, and cajon. Easy to learn and

"What will I do with the portion given to me? I will sing." This fantastic work, written in a gospel style with an ecumenical text that challenges each of us to make the most of the lives we've been given,

This lovely setting of the O'Shaughnessy text builds slowly through its whimsical melodic development. Accompanied by a beautiful piano part, the movement in the choral lines leads to a triumphant and

Setting inspiring words by James Weldon Johnson, this work is poignant and stirring, encouraging singers and listeners to reflect on the challenges of present times and to move forward with courage and

Capturing the importance of the Eloise Greenfield poem and the dramatic story of Harriet Tubman's life, this original work also includes the spirituals If I Got My Ticket and Go

This is a rhythmic, contemporary gospel-style anthem featuring the words of Maya Angelou, charging all of us to take responsibility for making our communities safe, supportive, and just. Reinforced by a

"Every time I try to make a difference in the world, I wonder if I'm on. Tell me I am not alone." Upbeat, and able to be performed in a contemporary a cappella style or with the notated piano accompaniment,

Sara Teasdale's lyric poem looks to the stars for serenity and promise, and this handsome setting is superbly crafted by noted composer Frank Ticheli. Tasteful harmonic suspensions and rich choral textures

Beautiful, lush choral harmonies, soaring melodies, and a supportive piano accompaniment that offers constant motion and contrast to the choral parts set off an imaginative text that tells of the "celestial

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

William Straub's text implores us to "dance for beauty, dance for laughter, dance for love" in this heartfelt original work. The evocative piano accompaniment adds to and supports the voices. There are many

This is the stand-alone third movement from the powerful suite You Are Enough, which hopes to open conversations about mental health. With a modern musical-theater quality, it expresses its

"Come, let us be a patch of light for the aching world, and let our song forever be a patch of light for all to see." Written in a popular song style that appeals to singers and audiences alike, this