Secular Choral Concert Music

Where do you find home? Through Jacob Garcia's poem, we discover that home is beyond a physical place. An accessible piece for your choir to explore Spanish culture and connect with the Latin American

A powerful call to justice, this work reminds us that in order for hope to survive, every day we need to work toward peace. A free-flowing solo is followed by the layering of rhythmic ostinatos, building

Four rhythmic ostinatos underscore the lilting melody in this work scored for a cappella mixed choir and solo or small group. Speaking to the hope found in each child that's born, this piece reminds each of

Originally composed as a dance theater piece, this sobering work should maintain a strict tempo. Written for a cappella mixed choir, the dense harmonic texture and drastic dynamic shifts help deliver the

Also set as a children's book, this powerful text quite literally sings itself. With a divided bass ostinato and accessible harmonies, this a cappella work is a poignant tool to help young people discover

As recorded by Sweet Honey in the Rock, this extraordinary a cappella piece speaks of the precious gifts of life and loved ones. Newly updated by a scholarly committee dedicated to Dr. Barnwell's works,

Inspired by the open letter penned by the Future of Life Institute warning against the advancement of AI, this innovative work artfully weaves together a spirit of human optimism with a foreboding sense of

Elevate your next spooky concert experience with this unique and exciting selection for mixed choirs! This original work seamlessly transitions from musically creeping through the shadows to embarking on a

With a folk-pop style that can be accompanied by piano or guitar, this poignant original work explores themes of self-discovery, letting go, courage, and embracing an unknown future. Treble choirs will

This bone-chilling waltz will leave audiences looking over their shoulders! Singers will love the opportunity to lean into the eerie world of Dolly in this achievable and darkly entertaining work. A perfect

With beautiful intuitive writing and contemporary a cappella harmonies that are innovative without being overly challenging, this original work brings a fresh, empowering perspective to each day. Uplifting

Lightning strikes in the dark of night! A house in the Italian countryside appears and disappears in an instant. Take your audience and singers on a spellbinding journey that is as relentless as a building

This favorite '80s ballad is presented in a tender concert-style arrangement with beautiful choral harmonies and an inventive piano part. Feature a soloist and your whole ensemble with these empowering

This reimagined interpretation of the classic Bob Dylan song is a perfect choice for choirs looking for socially responsive music. The reharmonization and contrasting musical style will bring new attention

The line between time's reality and its invention is blurry. This modern concert work borrows heavily on contemporary a cappella harmonies and techniques to create an engaging texture that highlights the

"May you heal, may you be well again, may you be brave, may you be strong." This beautiful original choral with cello and piano accompaniment expresses this hope for all who have faced challenges in their

This uplifting song is a powerful work of affirmation and inclusion that supports our shared spiritual heritage. "If I dance with the storm, I'll be safe in your arms." A fantastic concert finale! The SATB

Based on the discovery of an exoplanet where the temperatures are so extreme that iron and other metals evaporate and fall back to the surface as rain, this exciting concert work with a piano four hands

Originally conceived as an instrumental piece, this expression of memories of past relationships and difficult experiences evolved into a soulful work for soloist, guitar, improvised cajon, and divisi

"Echoes of peace. Echoes of love. Echoes of hope. We are echoes." This dynamic original work explores a variety of textures in a contemporary a cappella setting created by overlapping echoes of vocal lines

John Burroughs' text is written from the point of view of a tree that stands waiting and watching and accepting whatever comes. A lyrical and legato piece, it weaves together tender melodic lines, rich

With a text born of a collaboration with the Fort Wayne Children's Choir where they shared their thoughts and ideas, this concert piece has a youthful perspective about what happens when we join together in

Like an artist with a palette of golden hues, this original concert work masterfully captures the awe-inspiring splendor of a sunset. Featuring vivid text painting, sensitively crafted vocal lines, and a

Highly appropriate for fall and winter concerts, this elegantly simple setting of the well-known Rachel Field poem allows space for developing choirs to learn the notes easily and have plenty of time for