Sacred Choral Concert Music

For people who love the harmony of pure voices, Derric Johnson, Disney's Imagination Writer, has arranged many Christmas, Easter, and Patriotic songs, musicals, and collections sung and recorded by his

For people who love the harmony of pure voices, Derric Johnson, Disney's Imagination Writer, has arranged many Christmas, Easter, and Patriotic songs, musicals, and collections sung and recorded by his

This vigorous seven-minute work is a rhythmic yet lyrical setting of the Latin "Gloria in excelsis" text that will be a highlight of both sacred and secular programs, especially at Christmas. Written for

Bold, joyful and proclamatory, this work beautifully, melodically, and rhythmically captures the spirit in the message of this powerful psalm setting. For advanced treble choirs, Psalm

This profound work commissioned by the Dale Warland and Gregg Smith Singers combines text from Psalm 130, Martin Luther's Aus tiefer Not schrei ich zu dir and Out of the Depths I Cry to

This work exemplifies the quintessential choral writing of the composer through varied textures and tempi with poignant harmonies, all of which depict the sacred text "O great mystery." For advanced mixed

This well-crafted arrangement of the beloved old favorite from American hymnody is appropriate for any choral ensemble. With soaring obligato lines and shimmering harmonies, this work is certain to paint a

This radiant anthem explores the theme of light, with luminescent mixed choir harmonies and a virtuosic organ part. The text is by Dr Marcus Tomalin, after Dante's Paradiso, and Bednall's word

Mack Wilberg's a cappella setting of a tune from The Sacred Harp is strong and march-like. Highlights include accented rhythms, percussive vocal lines, tonal shifts, and some divisi, contributing

Gorgeous harmonies and an emotive setting make this a wonderful closing selection for mixed choirs. Using Latin text throughout, this stunning piece is designed to be a flexible concert work with a variety

With melodic interest in all parts, and no divisi, choirs of all sizes will enjoy this special Ave Maria. Mixed meters, expanded harmonic language and some dissonance help to make the piece unique.

Utilizing beautiful cluster cadences and dramatic changes of pace, this dramatic choral work with lush orchestration sets the traditional Latin Te Deum text.

A modern a cappella setting of the traditional Latin text is infused with whispered sections of the "Hail Mary" prayer in English and Spanish that layer with the lush choral harmonies. Mostly polyphonic,

A wonderful setting of portions of the Beatitudes, with an 8-part choir in English alternating with a solo quintet in Latin. Assisted only by percussion, the spirited beginning and ending are bookends for a

Eternal Father, Strong to Save has been around for over 150 years. Written by John B. Dykes and William Whiting, it became widely known as The Navy Hymn because of its inclusion at many

The spontaneity and charm of Mozart are evident in this brief choral work. While contrasting sections allow considerable space for musical interpretations, the entire work provides countless teaching

An a cappella setting that's as smooth as glass for SATB divisi choirs. With a Latin text and a soaring solo, this modern harmonic masterpiece features cluster chords and extended cadences in a beautiful

Set for a cappella choir to a poem by Bengali poet and musician Rabindranath Tagore. The heartwarming music takes up the inspirational spiritual message of the poem: that we live our lives in one salutation

Choral ensembles always find such joy in singing music by a composer who truly understands the voice and the choral art. With logical voice leadings in and out of thorny places, creative use of independent

This sturdy arrangement is based on a spiritual folk song that appeared in a number of American hymnals beginning in the mid 19th century. Angels Hovering 'Round appears in The Revivalist hymnal of

Meaning "Blessed are those who hunger," Beati Qui Esuriunt contrasts a peaceful, chant-like introduction and coda with an energetically rhythmic middle section that illustrates how our longings and

Here is a newly-created traditional song that pairs an old hymn text with an original melody. The banjo-like piano accompaniment gives the music motion and excitement and the result is a truly rousing

This is a work by a little known 17th century Italian composer, lutenist, and nun - Sulpitia Cesis. In groundbreaking research by Meredith Bowen, we not only learn that women sang in the early church but