Isaiah 42

Based on the familiar text from Song of Solomon, this beautiful a cappella work uses colorful harmonic structures that require care by both conductor and singers. For better high school or university

Composed in 1842 during Liszt's most active period of touring, the sweet tunefulness of the main melody contrasts with moments of solemnity and drama at other times. Plainchant is recalled in his frequent

Inspired by Ave Maria composed by the Renaissance Spanish composer Francisco Guerrero, this very interesting work co-mingles the Renaissance style with modern harmonic language. It begins with an

This contemporary setting of the classic Latin eucharistic text finds a charming introduction and conclusion in brief quotes of Felix Mendelssohn's familiar Songs Without Words, Op. 30, No. 3.

This captivating setting of the Gregorian chant Ave maris stella evokes a breathtaking world of beautiful colors. Plainchant alternates with harmonic choral elements. Suitable for advanced

 James Weldon Johnson, a Florida native, was born in 1871. He became one of the most influential figures of the Harlem Renaissance through his work as an author and civil rights activist. In 1917, he

This motet for the new year is written in the typical contrapuntal style utilized so well by Becker - maintaining the sensibilities and lineage of the German Renaissance cantus firmus motet while employing

This contemporary setting is a musical reimagining of the 19th-century hymn of the same title. The music with the words creates a strong sense of urgency using lilting rhythms and a suspended harmonic

There is no better way to musically bless those embarking on a new beginning (graduation, marriage, sending forth on mission, etc.) than to offer this tender a cappella setting of the traditional Irish

Alleluia! Wake the hearts and minds of each singer and listener with this Eastertide song in praise of Christ. Scored for SATB voices, hand drum and tambourine, this arrangement provides a rousing addition

A unique and beautiful addition to Easter celebrations, this piece is decidedly Celtic in its tune and phrasing, and particularly in its offering of a percussion-only accompaniment. The text offers

Combining an early American hymn from Columbian Harmony (1825) and a text for Epiphany from the 5th century, Hal Hopson has fashioned a sturdy a cappella setting for mixed voices. Accessible vocal

Based on a Renaissance piece by Franco-Flemish composer Pierre de Manchicourt, this lovely composition maintains the flavor of the original work while adding modern rhythmic elements and tonalities.

This short reflection of the mystery of God's presemce among us dwells on one phrase, "Emmanuel, God with us."  The composer notes, "Take your time, be in no hurry, breathe evenly and

This gathering rite borrows themes from the chant Litany of the Saints in a dialog between cantor and assembly. Intended for unaccompanied singing, the choir hums beneath the cantor's call and sings in

After an initial setting of the Gloria, a portion of the text from the Prayer of St. Francis ("Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, let there be hope") joins the Gloria text. Musically, the