Secular Choral Concert Music

Combining Simple Gifts and the Going Home theme from Dvorak's "New World" symphony in partner-song format, this is easy to perform with a minimum of rehearsal. A lyrical violin part adds

This stunningly expressive work was commissioned by a number of high school choir programs forced to cancel concerts due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Inspiring and reflective, the rich harmonies capture both a

In times of trial, there is great comfort in being held. Robert Bode's encouraging text reflects upon the ways in which all things are held together. The gentle ballad setting is lyrical and approachable,

This tender and comforting work "passes the peace" as its simple yet elegant melody washes over the listener, gently unfolding its text with increasing texture: "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to

This lovely setting of a message of love and peace is in an accessible a cappella format suitable for any mixed ensemble. It can be used in both sacred and school settings, with an original text that will

With a singable, spirit-filled melody, everyone will be singing this heart song long after the song has ended. Exuding confidence, warmth, and joy, it's a shining example of what it means to pave a better

Elegant simplicity is the hallmark of this shimmering setting of a favorite text: "Set me as a seal upon your heart ... for love is as strong as death." Straightforward rhythms, careful management of vocal

"We'll rise above, seize the highest dream. We'll lift our heads up high, move the sky, embrace our destiny!" This song of hope reaffirms the potential we all have to rise above the negative and reach for

The text of this work invites the listener to imagine a world without weapons of war where the human experience is defined through the lens of mercy and compassion. The music is peaceful and very

Dan's setting, written during the events of 2020, of Paul Wigmore's exquisite text invoking Light, Joy, Love, Peace, and Hope, for SATB choir, piano, and optional string quartet.

Based on a Buddhist blessing, this song is a prayer for kindness, peace, well-being, and joy for all creation. The prayer moves outward like ripples on a pond with successive verses: "May I," "May you," and

The thoughtful poem by Charles Dickens provides the inspiration for this lovely work. "The pure, the bright, the beautiful that stirred our hearts in youth... the striving after better hopes; these things

Celebrating the life and legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis, this gospel-style song calls us to action: to work for justice and make the world a better place for all. Easy to learn, hard to forget, this

This gospel-infused, blues-influenced arrangement of the famous work by Alma Bazel Androzzo was written in honor of Dr. Anton Armstrong. A solo voice drives the work throughout, with the choir playing a

"Love shall be our token, love be yours and love be mine ... love shall be our prayer, love shall be our sign." This gorgeous setting of the Christina Rosetti text is a wonderful expression of love,

This stunningly expressive work was commissioned for a vast number of high school choir programs forced to cancel concerts due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Inspiring and reflective, the rich harmonies capture

"Love shall be our token, love be yours and love be mine... love shall be our prayer, love shall be our sign." This gorgeous setting of the Christina Rosetti text is a wonderful expression of love, support,

"May you always remember when the shadows fall, you do not walk alone." This ethereal setting of a traditional Irish blessing is scored in a variety of voicings with piano. Deft strokes of Celtic styling

Beautiful melodic lines, a flowing harmonic texture, and a fluid accompaniment enhance the beauty of this eloquent work. Scored for mixed or treble choirs, this piece allows for attention to musical line

The desire for people of different backgrounds, experiences, and ideologies to come together for the common good was the inspiration behind this folk-like piece. This work speaks to ideas of

Fans of Joseph Martin's iconic The Awakening will find interest in the scope and theme of this inspiring piece. Growing from a rising musical motive, it evolves into a celebration of music and its

A winsome poem is set to the well-known Welsh tune CYMRAEG with lyrical piano accompaniment. Challenging listeners to find their place in the world, this song of the journey is enriched by warm harmonies

This a cappella and homophonically set movement from "Songs for the Journey" has a text adapted from the poem Epitaph by Merrit Malloy. "When all that's left of me is love, give me away."