Secular Choral Concert Music

Lovely lyrical melodic lines are paired with Sara Teasdale's text that celebrates the beauty of life. Available in a variety of voicings, it is an ideal piece to develop tone, phrasing, and artistry in

"I am you are me...." This innovative original uses a clever text and pop-style music to create an environment of togetherness among members of the choir. Community - that's what it's all about. Each vocal

Using words from the poem Courage by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, this energetic and uplifting original work features ostinatos that propel the piece forward with excitement. An engaging piece that is

Joyful and welcoming, this accessible piece uses melodies and countermelodies that layer to partner together in an easily achieved three-part harmonic setting. A buoyant, Baroque-style piano accompaniment

Can words set to a melody communicate more emotion than words alone? This lyrical and uplifting ballad explores the profoundly beautiful ways that emotions can be expressed when lyrics are set to music and

This song of encouragement celebrates achievement and goal setting. Instilling a sense of confidence, this song encourages us to dream big and set our aim high! Flexibly set so that it can be sung in either

A canon written in the 18th century, this arrangement highlights the lilting character of the early Classical period. It is very easily learned because each part sings the melody of the canon. Bright and

A wonderful selection for graduation and year-end concerts, this piece demonstrates that our future is in our hands. Based on a quote from Victorian-era poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning, this inspirational

Written in a contemporary concert-pop style, this encouraging ballad is about the positive impact our young people will have on the future. Featuring a solo throughout, with a section that can be sung in

Celebrate unity with singing and body percussion in this contemporary concert-pop original. "We are worlds that are made up of minds with our cells that are made to survive. And our hearts built to share

With a contemporary writing style, a featured soloist, and a memorable hook, this encouraging song about determination and character celebrates individuality as well as those who have influenced us in a

Edward Smyth Jones' lovely, poetic text is set to a beautiful, blossoming melody in this lyrical piece about giving a loved one a gift to be remembered by. An understated piano accompaniment, layered choral

A lovely teaching and performance piece for developing choirs, this elegant setting of an original text and melody is poetic, lyrical, and expressive. Simple part writing allows space for perfecting

This touching piece for choirs of all ages offers a wish for the world to find the hope, peace, and love that it needs. With easily learned memorable melodies and a bridge featuring hints of "star light,

Following up on his stunning Lunar Lullaby, Narverud returns with another original lullaby, this time evoking a tranquil lakeside setting. The piece inspires musical sensitivity with lush harmonies

Rudyard Kipling's coming-of-age poem is beautifully set to music in this heartfelt ballad with an encouraging message. Through-composed and lyrical, the musical setting is easily learned with high

"Truth and Virtue" - the text consists of ancient secular Latin motivational quotes and phrases; the musical setting is accessible with plenty of unison and two-part textures and comfortable ranges. Modern

Premiered at Carnegie Hall, this is the ultimate choral for musical unity! Set in a very rhythmic style with optional percussion parts, it can be sung a cappella or with piano. The text is a wonderful mix

"Adventure awaits. A journey to becoming you. Leaving behind who you know, see how much you grow." This joy-filled song is overflowing with positive rhythmic energy and uplifting lyrics, perfect for