Sacred Choral Concert Music

Styled as a musical meditation, the varied textures of this work develop through clearly segmented characters, dissolving into the gentle sounds of small bells in the end. The character of the Gregorian

This arrangement of this Norwegian folk song weaves together threads of tradition and innovation. The ethereal melody is set here for unaccompanied divisi choir and offers a modern take on the beautiful

In this heartfelt prayer for peace, contemporary and traditional styles blend seamlessly as the choir asks first to receive shalom, then offers shalom to the listener, to friends and family, to those we

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

"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

The resounding harmonies in this a cappella setting are carefully crafted with optional tenor notes for flexible SATB or SAB choirs. With an uplifting message based on Psalm 121, the straightforward setting

This extremely powerful and moving piece conveys a text of sorrow and pleading and will be a great challenge for university and community choirs.

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,

An excerpt from Handel's "Israel in Egypt," this carefully edited edition is the perfect concert opener or festival piece. Scored for double choir and piano, this Baroque staple is made

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

The fifth movement of the larger work "Angel of Light," this piece features a soprano solo representing an angel and dense choral harmonies that are sung in alternation. Inspired by Shaker music history,

Though "alleluia" is the only word in this entire piece, there is much interest in the dissonant yet beautiful harmonies, the shifting meters, and the driving rhythm. The perfect opener or closer for your

Beautifully marrying the realms of music and spirituality, this a cappella setting of the traditional Latin text is breathtaking. Featuring a soprano soloist and divisi texture, it is a captivating

Rich melodic lines and fragments form the basis for a delicious counterpoint in this traditional folk hymn arrangement. The harmonies are at once modern and tasteful, with elements of tone-painting and

There are many great teaching moments in this excellent original setting of the traditional Latin text. Using the style of the late Baroque period, with limited ranges in each part, the work has lots of

While the Latin Ave maris stella text has been set for choirs in many ways, the Spanish composer Eva Ugalde's unique compositional voice shines through here. Beginning with a simple chant, it

A traditional Latin text graces this sophisticated concert work for treble choir by Spanish composer Eva Ugalde. The text expresses the feeling of a desperate need for mercy in our lives, and the shifting

This collaborative work expresses ideas of peace and grief. It is characterized by a simple harmonic structure and text, with opportunities for improvisation within the structure of the piece, the

In an upbeat setting of a hymn text by 17th-century English poet George Herbert, irregular meters, syncopation, and dancing melodic shapes are employed to amplify the jubilant mood of the text.

This moving, traditional Irish blessing is set to music of great simplicity and beauty. Chilcott perfectly captures the warmth and sincerity of the text and weaves a memorable melody which he clothes in

An exciting new setting of Psalm 117:1, this rhythmic number requires an energetic performance to convey the spirit of exaltation and to execute the driving pulse. The aleatoric section allows for a brief

Biblical text taken from Matthew 27:46, when Jesus cries out to God in agony as he suffers through his passion on the cross, is put to music that combines Renaissance contrapuntal techniques and jazz