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Extracted from the five-movement work "A Vision Unfolding," this third movement stands alone as a strong, socially responsive statement of identity and unity. Optional solos and a lyrical violin part add to

This setting of an original text by poet Rye Lanae Boothe is moving and inspiring. Listeners will feel encouraged to persevere through the weight of life's challenges, for it may be the very soil in which a

Joni Mitchell's iconic hit is arranged in a way that is equally playful and reflective. The piano and shaker heighten the emotional effect, supporting the smooth choral parts as they explore the serious

Celebrate the beautifully unique "sisters" in your life with this joyous and exuberant piece. Empowering lyrics and energetic part-writing characterize this song about standing together in unity. Perform

This powerful and passionate ballad the Witch sings to her daughter in Sondheim's masterpiece "Into the Woods" is set here for the concert stage. It is a tour de force when performed with piano, but when

The profound work Considering Matthew Shepard has been moving audiences around the world with its compelling message of love and acceptance. An abbreviated version of the larger work, this

This proclamation of racial equality and social justice by W.E.B DuBois is set in three distinct movements. The first two movements, I Believe in God and I Believe in Service, are set in a

This seven-movement major work from American composer Margaret Bonds sets W.E.B. Du Bois' Credo text, one of the most iconic civil rights writings, by grouping Du Bois' nine articles into seven

Written in a gospel style, this lyrical second movement extracted from the larger work Credo utilizes a text by W.E.B Du Bois: "Especially do I believe in the Negro Race; in the beauty of its

This traditional spiritual carries a universal message of optimism and hope for a brighter tomorrow. Repetition of text and melody along with growing dynamics create a powerfully dramatic effect throughout

"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,

Based on a text by Brian Newhouse, this creative work reminds us that water is perhaps the most essential and powerful element in nature. Pitches and rhythms in the piece help create a vivid picture of the

From the major work "Considering Matthew Shepard," this song of comfort can be sung in a variety of situations such as holiday programs, memorial services, or general concert use. A cappella with eight-part

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 work offers a resonant, contemporary message combined with powerful writing for treble voices and a featured soloist. A protest anthem that advocates for justice and equality, the choral parts are

Winner of the 2020 Genesis Prize from ACDA, this is a piece about facing the fear to breathe, and the courage to be together once more. With text and music knitted together in a soundscape of layers and

A powerful call to justice, this work reminds us that in order for hope to survive, every day we need to work toward peace. A free-flowing solo is followed by the layering of rhythmic ostinatos, building

Set to Langston Hughes' inclusive text, this epic concert work for divisi choirs with piano will be a strong statement piece at any concert. Rhythmic and dynamically expressive, this is a great closer or

Composed in honor of the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment guaranteeing and protecting women's constitutional right to vote. With satirical lyrics, liberation and empowerment are the

Embracing a sense of belonging and choosing to walk forward together, this original a cappella concert work is centered around finding one's place. Combining traditional choral writing with subtle gospel

Originally commissioned by the Turtle Creek Choral, messages of encouragement and love are interwoven with sonorous part writing and delicate piano accompaniment. Also available with piano and strings or

Based on a text by Langston Hughes, this piece speaks of the terrible cost of war. A cappella with optional vocal percussion, this concert work is reminiscent of a spiritual while using mixed meter and

This important work tells the story of Japanese imperialism when Koreans were marginalized and patriots were incarcerated for being part of an independence movement. The text focuses on downtrodden women in

From Craig Hella Johnson's important work, this piece is a wonderful feature for soprano soloist and choir. Styled like a folk hymn, this beautiful piece promotes healing and acceptance in a lush a cappella