Secular Choral Concert Music

A great groove and positive lyrics make this engaging concert work a solid choice for treble choirs. Composed in a modern upbeat style, the djembe and piano drive the rhythmic feel that supports the

A powerful march for treble choirs, this piece was inspired by women's activism during the first decades of the 20th century. "Bread and Roses" was a political slogan that appeared initially in a speech by

Text adapted from Francis Quarles's A Good Night is set for treble choir with unique vocal lines and a charming piano accompaniment. Lyrical and beautiful, this gentle lullaby is a lovely addition

Abounding with energy and optimism, this contemporary concert work setting of James Weldon Johnson's text evokes hope and youthful exuberance. With speech-driven rhythms, a driving piano accompaniment, and

A strong unifying text from Colleen Carhuff states "No notes are as connected as the souls that sing them, and no soul is happier than when surrounded by their friends. We are one!" A wonderful choice for

Crafted for the BYU Men's Chorus, this setting of the classic Dvorak melody with a text from William Arms Fisher glides serenely through a lush harmonization as it longs for home. Their original version is

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

Simply set, this beautiful and poignant text by Paul Laurence Dunbar tells of the healing effects of music and how our own music making can spread joy. The warm strophic chordal texture and stirring

An ambient a cappella opening gives way to an accompanied texture for mixed choir with full divisi in this setting of Sara Teasdale's text. The metaphor of the ocean's tide symbolizes life's ups and downs;

Set in a contemporary a cappella style, Heather Lane's text sparkles with scat-syllable vocables and an interesting vocal line that passes through the upper and lower voices as the parts imitate and respond

Part of a set of four Welsh psalms, this third movement stands alone, written to honor and celebrate King Charles III. Grahame Davies' text is presented primarily in English with the Welsh lyrics in italics

Matthew Stepanic's romantic and ultimately tragic text, inspired by Octavio Paz's poem A Boy and a Girl famously set by Eric Whitacre, is beautifully set for a cappella mixed choir. Described by

Very fun to sing, this optimistic piece is characterized by catchy, singable melodies and a syncopated rhythmic drive in the vocal and piano writing. The text celebrates the lifelong relationships created

Emily Dickinson's familiar poem abounds with symbolism as the hope of a bird is brought to life. The musical setting utilizes a fluttering accompaniment, interesting harmonies, and a flowing melodic line

"You can rise above your limits, you can get back on your feet.." A strong statement about overcoming challenges that's perfect for graduation, moving-on ceremonies, or final concerts, this pop-style

Perfect for year-end concerts and moving-up ceremonies, this reflective song for two-part treble voices, as performed by the One Voice Children's Choir, is full of gratitude. Perform the piece with the

Is there someone in your life who has made a significant positive impact? As performed by the One Voice Children's Choir, this unison (or solo) pop-style ballad is a tribute to those who have touched our

Combining modern and traditional styles, this easily singable a cappella piece is just lovely! The mix of calm, sustained passages and driving rhythmic components creates a radiant sound that repeatedly

Schumann's beautiful solo lied has been set for choirs in this adaptation which brings it down a half step and adds an optional cello obbligato to enhance the harmonic structure. The German lyrics by

Beginning with an expressive and conversational solo, this pop-style contemporary ballad focuses on the significance of teamwork and the theme that when we sing together, we can accomplish great things. The

Celebrating relationships with lasting impact, this piece is an apt tribute or good-bye song that works in a variety of settings. Easily learned, it also features optional instrumentation that is flexible

"Jumping and tumbling we spend the whole day ... as we tumbled all day, so we tumble to bed." The playful elements of the text are vividly depicted with creative chromaticism and staccato passages that

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

Set with rich harmonic chords and a sophisticated touch, this traditional Scottish–Irish folksong is a wonderful choice as a closing song to say good-bye. The a cappella harmonies and notated