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Lilting in 6/8, this a cappella Christmas carol may have soft organ accompaniment. A gem for concert or service. 

Willan wrote three settings of the classic Eucharistic text. This setting, one of his finest, is written in the key of g minor, evoking the world-famous Ave Verum of William Byrd. The rich harmony

These four motets create a fresh approach to well-known ancient texts. They may be sung either as a complete set or individually within a carol service or other liturgical setting. Virga Jesse

Six a cappella carols with modern texts by Andrew Hawes are in this collection. The Infant; The Shepherds and The Magi follow the structure of verse and chorus and are upbeat and full of

"Where Quiet plays alone, sits and dreams, falls asleep." Sara Teasdale's poem shimmers in this plaintive a cappella setting for mixed choirs that artistically conveys the text and its personification of

Stylized and dynamic, this a cappella arrangement of the traditional spiritual features a soprano soloist and a healthy challenge for your mixed divisi choir. A superb choice for more advanced choirs for

This fiery setting of an Ella Wheeler Wilcox poem is an inspirational choice for your treble or mixed choir. The accompaniment both supports and complements the textual painting within the poetry, and the

In this innovative work, the choir paints the bucolic scene with vocal illustrations: buzzing like bees, singing quasi-overtones, and emulating wind sounds. Otherwise a cappella harmonies are supplemented

Tender harmonies and a folk-like delivery characterize this piece that captures a quiet moment of love in the stillness of sleep.

Based on a folk song discovered by the composer while visiting Norway, this arrangement offers flexibility in voicing options and accompaniment for various ensembles. The text, translated from Norwegian

This extended single-movement work is an evocative composition inspired by the impact of isolation and tragedy on society and individuals. The third movement of Beethoven's F Major String Quartet, Op. 135,

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

This haunting and soulful treatment of the well-known American folk melody includes instrumental echoes of the spiritual Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child which adds further depth of

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

This tender melody is supported by a simple piano accompaniment and well-crafted choral lines in an original concert work that helps to process the emotions associated with grief. The warm, comforting

Floating melodic lines and resonant harmonies combine, lending an ethereal quality to this artistic piece that allows the imagination to soar. Leonora Speyer's evocative text explores our relationship to

A deeply imaginative text from John Philip Newell is brought to life in this reverent work. The text is a prayer that asks that the wonders of creation fill our lives and move us to live with gratitude,

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

This setting of the famous World War I poem by John McCrae is a beautiful fit for any concert, veteran ceremony, or Memorial Day event. Featuring a baritone solo and an approachable optional piano

Traditionally sung at graduation ceremonies to welcome the summer, this Swedish psalm has been freshly set with dynamic writing, warm, sweeping lines, and rich harmonies. With options to sing either the

With poignant melodic lines, this piece will bring warmth and richness to any winter concert. With each verse set to represent a different aspect of winter, this carol celebrates the beauty of the "healing

William Wordsworth's reflection of a time gone by acknowledges past heartaches while creating a dream world where beautiful memories reign. As the vocal lines rise and fall to trace a distant rainbow, an

Hildegard of Bingen's text on the virtues of love shimmers in this serene setting that serves as the second movement from "Illuminare." Opening with a section of treble divisi, the lower voices enter as the

Inspired by the tranquility of nature in Norway's fall season, this choral work based on the composer's solo piano piece by the same name is a peaceful meditation on the wonder of the earth's changing