Sacred Choral Concert Music

Perfect as a closer for any concert or performance, this homophonic, a cappella setting is rich in harmonic texture and has a lovely and memorable melodic line. "Though you leave here today and your shoes

The second movement from Missa Brevis No. 2 that was commissioned by the Valdosta State University Chamber Singers. This work incorporates ideas and idioms prevalent in American folk and popular music,

The fourth movement from Missa Brevis No. 2 that was commissioned by the Valdosta State University Chamber Singers. This work incorporates ideas and idioms prevalent in American folk and popular music,

This choral excerpt is drawn from the last of four movements of Mendelssohn's setting of Psalm 115 (Opus 31). Largely homophonic, with some contrapuntal sections and a driving piano accompaniment. Both

Long flowing melodic lines with lush wonderful harmonies above a flowing arpeggiated piano or harp with flute. Translation and flute part are included in the octavo. An absolutely stunning arrangement for

A simple a cappella setting of Fiona Macleod's traditional text that invokes the peace and stillness of nature. The choral parts move gently with extended cluster chord cadences and some simple divisi. This

A creative and festive piano part helps to lift the eyes in this elegant setting of the beloved text from Psalm 121. The opening section is quasi a cappella with occasional accompanying arpeggios, while the

Subtitled as "A New Psalm 121," poet Euan Tait has added his own verse to a beloved Psalm. Beginning in unison, this piece moves to a lovely a cappella section before building to a dramatic ending. With a

SSAATTBB Chorus, a cappella, Duration: 5:00 Minutes
Commissioned by: AC Reynolds High School

Upbeat and exciting, for treble or mixed choirs with four hands at the piano, this contemporary setting features rhythmic syncopation in the accompaniment accenting the sparkling choral parts. The brief

Frank Tichelli is well known for both his choral music and repertoire for instrumental ensembles. Lux Aeterna, a new unaccompanied motet for mixed chorus, is dedicated to the memory

Justin Miller, the amazing conductor of the Westminster Men's Chorus, launches his choral series with this beautiful work by Richard Burchard. This is a complex piece with multiple divisi, two solo parts

Starting with an opening fanfare, the piece immediately dives into a delightful 11/8 rhythm that both feels natural and is fun. Through rhythmic and key center changes with wonderful harmonic moments and

This superb setting of the traditional Latin text from Psalm 100 fairly dances off the page in joy! Singable, natural-sounding mixed meter, a memorable melodic line, and a buoyant feel throughout make this

Selected for the Mike Scheibe Choral Series, this benediction uses the text of an ancient Scottish blessing that is delightfully generic in nature. Warm, deep and melodic, this is a benediction that can be

Jude Roldan is a composer from the Philippines whose wife Theresa conducts one of the great children's choirs of the world. Many of his pieces are for her choir and soon become demanded by excellent treble

Kevin Memley has risen to be recognized as one of the finest craftsmen in the choral arts. His reputation is strengthened with this gorgeous setting of the Ave Maris Stella (Hail Mary, Star of the Sea)

Russ Robinson's arrangement of Be Thou My Vision is simplistic yet elegant. His addition of color chords adds musical interest without taking away from the original melody and harmonies. Thoughtful

The angular nature of the asymmetrical rhythms and constantly changing meters brings vibrancy and momentum to this work. Shifting harmonic centers create unpredictability and surprise, and the bold,

Only an artfully crafted melody suits this beloved hymn text. In this original composition, arching melodic lines are tastefully supported in the piano accompaniment, making this a definitive and expressive

Here is a lovely introduction to the ancient Latin text for developing choirs. The optional flute part adds much to the simple beauty of this endearing original. Lyrical phrases and Latin vowels present the

A lovely and accessible arrangement based on the traditional Irish Blessing for a cappella mixed choirs. This well-known choral benediction is an excellent choice for end of the year concerts or

With alternating sections of Latin and English text, this fresh setting of Psalm 100 is filled with rhythmic energy and joy. A beautiful lyrical section in the middle contrasts with the upbeat opening and