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This setting of one of Robert Frost's most well-known poems has great educational value, teaching lyricism, musicality, and the poetic connection. In a strophic form, it begins in unison, easing into clever

These three pieces are translated into English but are based on Japanese poems by Yamabe no Akahito, Sakanoue no Korenori, and Takayama Sozei. Creating a quiet winter soundscape with tight cluster

Detailed imagery and a haunting melody pull the singers into a frozen world that dramatically thaws and blossoms. Open harmonies and repeated skips in the voice-leading establish a lyrical style composed

"When gentle snow starts falling, and quiet winds breathe low, the song of winter beauty sings on and on again." A sensitive and introspective text paired with an artistic accompaniment, long flowing

"Catch a snowflake, hold it in your hands and remember the magic of the season." This nostalgic pop ballad recalls the joy of the first snowfall with childlike wonder. A gentle setting, with a charming

A surprise hit from the Disney animated film "Frozen," this tender song depicts the relationship between the two sisters, Anna and Elsa. Its emotional impact has resonated deeply with audiences and

With a timely motive that pulses onward, this winter feature equates love and the passage of time with the turn of seasons. Repetitive notes in the melody line are surrounded with harmonies that move close,

This well-crafted, gentle original creates a beautiful feeling of the hushed wonder of a first snow in winter. Younger singers will develop important choral skills of phrasing, dynamic contrast and tone

Based on a poem by Julie H. Scott (1809-1842), this winter selection expresses the beauty of seeing the first snow of the winter season. Set in a major key, the delicate texture expresses both joy and

This original work with text from a poem by John Greenleaf Whittier creates a sense of awe as we visualize a flower in the midst of the frozen landscape of winter. Singers will be challenged to shape

Haunting melodies, neo-Baroque harmonies, a beautiful piano accompaniment, and an unexpected parallel major turn that softens the "Bite, frost, bite!" all help the music paint the poignant poem

Simple and welcoming, Glow was premiered by the World of Color Honor Choir at Disney's California Adventure Park. The Honor Choir, made up of over 700 singers from across America, were selected to

Softly stealing into the quiet moments of winter, this reflective piece evokes images of falling snow amid the graying sky of the season. Luscious harmonies, memorable melodies, and an artistic

"And as the snow falls from above, we fill our hearts with joy and love and tidings of peace to one and all." This picturesque choral for winter is rich with nostalgia and features a lovely melody. A

This beautiful text by Canadian poet Bliss Carman speaks to themes of peace, thankfulness and humility. The texture is mostly homophonic with brief sections of divisi to illuminate colors and images in the

You'll have a sleighride full of merriment with this bright, cheery song recorded by The Andrews Sisters back in the 1950s. Great for developing diction and harmonic skills, this will be special fun for

"This my wish as snowflakes cover, that we grow to love each other; peace on earth this night." This adaptation of a traditional Polish carol tune features elegant vocal parts, a warm and friendly text, and