Acts 17

This Leo Sowerby piece was originally composed as an a cappella motet, and organist/arranger Lyndell Leatherman has added an organ part in true Sowerby style. The medieval Alcuin text (8th century) is a

The text is taken from a Byzantine hymn, but all the music is created by the skillful composer Anthony Doherty. Chanting some of the many names of God, the opening fanfare begins quietly in D minor and

Richard Burchard is one of choral music's newest stars.  His writing is lush and romantic, mixing Renaissance polyphony with 21st century harmonies. This beautiful setting of John 14:18 transcends the

Richard Burchard has established himself as a composer and  conductor. This a cappella Latin setting of In Paradisum would work well during Lent or All Saints. It would also be an

This is a new take on "Create in me a clean heart, O God." But the message is the same. This dignified anthem with organ accompaniment, is also a prayer before the offering, or communion. The traditional

The famous St. Francis of Assisi text is beautifully illustrated by the choral parts as they wind harmonically away from the tonic and return as the text brings comfort. The vocal lines are supported by a

With words by St. Patrick adapted by the former Chaplain to the Senate, Lloyd John Ogilvie, and the composer we are treated to a beautiful choral benediction. Two optional French horns bring more color to

Poet Stephen Bock authors a text of contrasts: "Make me weak so that I must lean on Your strength… blind to see with Your vision…" Composer Richard Burchard paints in musical colors and warm,

"God be in my head…" is the prayer that composer James Gossler has set to music. The beseeching lyrics call for unpretentious vocal lines and soothing cadences. This modest a cappella piece will

Austin Lovelace gave us many wonderful choral pieces and this setting of Psalm 150 epitomizes his modern style. Open 4ths and 5ths provide a fanfare flavor befitting the "praise" text of this Psalm. 

Anthony Doherty sets refreshing music to the longing of the deer and the flowing water of the springs. The familiar Psalm text is renewed into a prayer of praise and honor, a fervent expression that is

The story in Matthew 19:16-22 is about the rich man who asks Jesus what he must do to have eternal life. When told to sell all he has and give it to the poor, he leaves unchanged. Jerome Williams tells this

A beloved ancient hymn text that conveys the message, "Where charity is found, God is there." This new a cappella setting is a welcome addition to the choral repertory, offering modest vocal ranges and very