Secular Choral Concert Music

"These words need a voice, and so I must sing!" Challenge tenor-bass choirs with a sensitive text about finding the courage to express their thoughts and feelings about the world. Lyric vocal lines, shifts

Kipling's powerful text is made even more empowering within the context of this choral setting for tenor-bass ensembles. Accessible vocal lines and opportunities for each section to shine characterize this

Highly suitable for treble choirs of all abilities, this concert arrangement of the Kansas state song is simply majestic. A pulsating accompaniment adds forward motion to this sparkling homophonic

Highly rhythmic in both accompaniment and voices with independent vocal lines, this work simply radiates energy with a message of hope and empowerment: "To the stars through difficulties, look upward, move

Filled with contrast and text painting, this whimsical yet highly relevant setting of Coty Raven Morris' text is engaging and fun to sing. Appropriate throughout the year and for choirs of all sizes, the

Robert Frost's celebrated poem finds a worthy home in this lush musical setting. The melodic lines mirror the travelled road, and the rich divisi harmonies bring a depth and poignancy to the lyrics that

Setting texts from two of Emily Dickinson's poems, this compelling concert work utilizes haunting melodies, vivid text painting, dynamic contrasts, minimalist soundscapes, and melodic layering that

This modern and angular piece has that dramatic sound that makes younger singers feel significant musically. The pulsating piano accompaniment enhances the varied vocal lines set to lyrics from a

This setting of the powerful poem by Siegfried Sassoon offers great hope as jubilant voices are "suddenly lifted - and beauty came." Not to be overlooked, this is the perfect piece for an advanced mixed

With lyrics by Indian poet Manmohan Ghose, this piece includes vivid, scenic language. With a mixolydian modal structure and a blend of musical elements designed to invoke a nostalgic, dreamlike atmosphere,

Lush harmonic textures are the framework for this beautiful, ethereal piece for mixed choirs. Cluster chords and effectively used dissonances help to evoke the vastness and mystery of space while

Lush, lovely, and harmonically rich, this choral setting of a solo art song delivers a vocal classic to treble choirs. Subtle chromatic voice leading brings a sense of artistry and maturity, and the

Whether performed in German, English, or both, this wonderful new edition of Lebenslust has the same flavor as the original but offers a more accessible arrangement in an SAB voicing. This work is

As a concert closer, signature piece, encore or graduation song, this a cappella original is a little gem!  "Days come, days go.  We try to take the time to let love grow.  Don't ignore the

This haunting setting of a Robert Louis Stevenson text sets the scene for a magical holiday season. For the more mature emerging treble choir, with unison melodies and two-part writing that is harmonically

This powerful message is about mustering the courage to leap from one stage of life into the next. Melodic lines are juxtaposed with a lively piano accompaniment creating bold expressiveness and strong

This selection is the perfect blend of textural variety and harmonic interest for the advanced treble ensemble. Employing a powerful text, the vocal layering coupled with piano and optional cello make this

Selected as a finalist in the 2017 Ithaca College Choral Composition Contest, this piece is, at its core, a lush and inspirational anthem to music. Not to be overlooked for the developing mixed choir.

A beautiful, emotionally evocative tribute to the power of music and teaching, this piece for advanced treble ensemble with cello obbligato features lovely harmonic motion with a modern sensibility.

This a cappella setting of words of assurance from the English mystic Julian of Norwich is as relevant today as ever. Sustained, independent vocal lines create lovely harmonies, and the powerful lyrics make

"Somewhere I have never traveled is the place I want to be." Thomas H. Troeger's thought-provoking text is presented in an a cappella setting for mixed or treble choirs. This piece showcases the opportunity

This work is an energetic reimagining of timeless text and tune from the 12th-century poet, composer, and philosopher Hildegard of Bingen. The marriage of the Caritas Abunda chant with a text taken

The beauty of making music together is to establish meaningful connections with others and to share a common language through song. Thomas Moore's poem captures this theme, and this artistic and expressive

Whether performed as a set or as stand-alone pieces, this set of two Teasdale poems is enchanting and unique in style, timbre and mood. The Wood Song is laden with text painting and opportunities