Collegiate Repertoire

G.K. Chesterton's elegant Christmas poem from the late 19th century provides an orderliness and symmetry that is set with a cappella divisi modern harmonies. The combination is poignant and stirring, making

From the Seder ha-Kunteres - volumes of prayers, hymns, and poems from the historic Jewish community in Avignon, France - this Hebrew text celebrates birth, praise, life, and welcoming a new member into the

Willan wrote three settings of the classic Eucharistic text. This setting, one of his finest, is written in the key of g minor, evoking the world-famous Ave Verum of William Byrd. The rich harmony

"Where Quiet plays alone, sits and dreams, falls asleep." Sara Teasdale's poem shimmers in this plaintive a cappella setting for mixed choirs that artistically conveys the text and its personification of

Tender harmonies and a folk-like delivery characterize this piece that captures a quiet moment of love in the stillness of sleep.

Based on a folk song discovered by the composer while visiting Norway, this arrangement offers flexibility in voicing options and accompaniment for various ensembles. The text, translated from Norwegian

This haunting and soulful treatment of the well-known American folk melody includes instrumental echoes of the spiritual Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child which adds further depth of

This tender melody is supported by a simple piano accompaniment and well-crafted choral lines in an original concert work that helps to process the emotions associated with grief. The warm, comforting

Floating melodic lines and resonant harmonies combine, lending an ethereal quality to this artistic piece that allows the imagination to soar. Leonora Speyer's evocative text explores our relationship to

With both modern influences and a timeless character, this original setting of the traditional Latin text shimmers with close a cappella harmonies. This work employs some innovative vocal techniques to

This setting of the famous World War I poem by John McCrae is a beautiful fit for any concert, veteran ceremony, or Memorial Day event. Featuring a baritone solo and an approachable optional piano

Traditionally sung at graduation ceremonies to welcome the summer, this Swedish psalm has been freshly set with dynamic writing, warm, sweeping lines, and rich harmonies. With options to sing either the

William Wordsworth's reflection of a time gone by acknowledges past heartaches while creating a dream world where beautiful memories reign. As the vocal lines rise and fall to trace a distant rainbow, an

Hildegard of Bingen's text on the virtues of love shimmers in this serene setting that serves as the second movement from "Illuminare." Opening with a section of treble divisi, the lower voices enter as the

Inspired by the tranquility of nature in Norway's fall season, this choral work based on the composer's solo piano piece by the same name is a peaceful meditation on the wonder of the earth's changing

"O blest Creator of the light, who makes the day with radiance bright, and o'er the forming world didst call the light from chaos first of all." This ancient text is given an elegant a cappella setting with

"O light born of light." This traditional Latin text shimmers in a stunning a cappella setting with thoughtful voice leading and cluster harmonies. Accessible enough for concert or service use, it will make

This delicate, soothing a cappella setting of the Christmas favorite is sung in German with English text also available. The first and third verses have the melody in the soprano, while the second verse has

This sorrowful and introspective setting of the powerful spiritual opens with a cappella voices and soloist. The blues-inspired piano accompaniment supports the improvisation of the soloist throughout as

Written for full brass ensemble, organ, soprano solo, and chorus, this 17-minute single-movement setting of the Gloria explores a wide range of musical writing. The result is an extended work that

The opening number to the larger work "Angel of Light," this piece is a summoning of angels. Inspired by Shaker tunes, it comprises layered melodic lines that lead into powerful, homophonic moments,

The opening to "A Vision Unfolding," this gospel-inspired piece provides a powerful introduction to themes of justice, equality and unity. Robert Bode's text asks for God to reach down with justice in times

The third movement of the larger work "Angel of Light," this piece declares the wonders of seeing and hearing the loveliness of angels. Inspired by Shaker anthems, this a cappella work uses bright, modal