Secular Choral Concert Music

This dynamic piece features evocative text, penned by Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore, is drawn from his collection of poems titled "Fruit Gatherings," published in 1916. It paints vivid imagery of

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

Four rhythmic ostinatos underscore the lilting melody in this work scored for a cappella mixed choir and solo or small group. Speaking to the hope found in each child that's born, this piece reminds each of

Originally composed as a dance theater piece, this sobering work should maintain a strict tempo. Written for a cappella mixed choir, the dense harmonic texture and drastic dynamic shifts help deliver the

Inspired by women of China who rose up from the despair of oppression, this a cappella work is an anthem for women's empowerment. Newly updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works,

Also set as a children's book, this powerful text quite literally sings itself. With a divided bass ostinato and accessible harmonies, this a cappella work is a poignant tool to help young people discover

As recorded by Sweet Honey in the Rock, this extraordinary a cappella piece speaks of the precious gifts of life and loved ones. Newly updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works,

Henry van Dyke's text about the nature of time passing is creatively set in this a cappella work with percussion. The rhythms in the percussion represent a clockwork rhythm that gives way to a heartbeat as

Both contemplative and celebratory, this original concert work for treble choirs features an English translation of the French poem Hymne au soleil (Hymn to the Sun) by Casimir Delavigne. Through

Inspired by quotes from the life of Bridget "Biddy" Mason, an enslaved woman in the 1800s who worked and fought her way to freedom and success, this work for treble choirs is sure to resonate with your

Clapping, shouting, and intricate rhythmic singing combine in this exciting concert work. In the contemporary a cappella style, but also meant for larger concert choirs exploring this style as well as a

Choosing to be grateful through the various seasons of life can allow us to transcend our circumstances. The compelling text by poet Loren Broaddus uses nature imagery to examine these themes of gratitude.

Steering a dramatic course away from the well-known lullaby in Australia, this original setting for treble choirs is lively and engaging. Using a jaunty sea-shanty style and new added text, choirs are

Based on the discovery of an exoplanet where the temperatures are so extreme that iron and other metals evaporate and fall back to the surface as rain, this exciting concert work with a piano four hands

"Good timber does not grow with ease." This sensitive yet sturdy work is set to text by American poet Douglas Malloch which explores the ways in which our life experiences can strengthen us. A contemporary

Five seafaring texts are brought together in an original song cycle to initiate a musical voyage of discovery, fun, and introspection. These dynamic compositions are composed in an artistic style with

Originally conceived as an instrumental piece, this expression of memories of past relationships and difficult experiences evolved into a soulful work for soloist, guitar, improvised cajon, and divisi

"Echoes of peace. Echoes of love. Echoes of hope. We are echoes." This dynamic original work explores a variety of textures in a contemporary a cappella setting created by overlapping echoes of vocal lines

For seasonal worship or school concerts, this lovely setting of Blake's text focuses on the inherent clash between the corruption of the world and the innocence of youth. The choral verses progress

Spacious and languid, this setting of Langston Hughes' notable text speaks of dreams that are the stuff of a life well-lived. Written as the composer battled ALS, it is scored for SATB divisi voices, with

"When we reach out to shine and share our light, we show the world that, together, we can do beautiful things. This is who we are!" This positive text would make a great theme song for choirs of all ages.

The uplifting strength of music carries us skyward like a dove. This lovely setting of the poem by Caroline L. Goodenough is centered on the transition to the afterlife. It's an accessible work suitable for

Exploring themes of self-discovery, growth, and change, this empowering work not only honors those who have helped us grow and discover our "spark, flicker, flame," it encourages us to fan the flames that