Secular Choral Concert Music

"Sweep the moon from your eyes... a brilliant day is calling...." The opening of Bernon's creative original invites singers to jump into the day and let its colorful beauty and energy carry them along. The

Can you imagine a world without music? This sincere and inspirational original encourages all who hear it to fill the void with their own unique song, and thus fill the world with music. "What a wonderful

Composer Caleb Fritz has penned a delightful and charming setting of the well-known Christina Rossetti poem. Gentle and expressive, it floats along with lyrical lines and a well-crafted accompaniment.

A classic text attributed to Mary, Queen of Scots forms the basis of this elegant setting which is full of contemplative harmonies and sensitively contoured melodic lines. Subtle changes in tempo and

In this elegant setting of Robert Frost's poem, vocal lines freely intertwine with a thought-provoking, metaphorical text about balancing life's responsibilities with our human tendencies to wish for better

The haunting yet whimsical quality of this piece, almost folk-like in nature, is truly refreshing! The lyrics center around a child who loves to sing during the day while playing, and at night "cries for

This lyrical original reflects on music's power to help us rise above the worry and stress of our lives and is a perfect choice for festival performance or Music in Our Schools Month. "On the wings of song

Richly scored choral writing defines this sumptuous setting of a tender text that incorporates splendid natural imagery to describe experiences of beauty and love to a child. With highly singable vocal

"I dream a world where man no other man will scorn, where love will bless the earth and peace its paths adorn..." The introspective and contemplative lyrics of the great African-American poet Langston

"And this shall be for music, when no one else is near, such a fine song for singing, the rare song to hear!" And such a fine song this is, through the marriage of memorable music to Robert Louis

This jubilant, accessible original will add flourish and excitement to your performance. The strong opening theme leads to a colorful contrasting middle section, and the buoyant recapitulation propels the

Victor Johnson's stunning setting of Sara Teasdale's immortal poem is beautifully expressive and packed with heartfelt emotion and sensitivity. An artful accompaniment showcases richly woven harmonies and

This powerful and inspirational work sings of "hope" described through the phases of life, such as a newborn's cry, the laughter of children, the ashes of the fire of love that has died, the quiet comfort

This whimsical and energetic original is a creative programming delight! Throughout the piece, both piano and voices emulate the gentle and playful rhythms of falling rain, and the ending unfolds with a

Commissioned by the Cincinnati Children's Choir Festival, this delightful work is written in the style of a madrigal and is absolutely infectious. It is a marvelous, accessible choice for young choirs and

Commissioned for the Kansas All-State Honor Choir, Forever Music speaks of music's power to uplift and heal. Perfect for advocacy and for Music in Our Schools Month, this emotionally charged

Pepper Choplin's artful original text centers on the healing power of love. With music that is reminiscent of the melodic contours of a Schubert art song, this piece supports a full sound from ensembles of

"Music lifts sad spirits. Music calms the angry souls." Sing of the glorious gifts of music! In a delightful mix of simple and compound meters, the vibrant, rhythmically driven vocal lines and piano

Combining a plaintive Irish carol tune with an emotional text, Ruth Elaine Schram portrays the true spirit of the season with rich imagery of a magical winter night. "No strangers walk this pathway, but

Esteemed composer Z. Randall Stroope realizes the profound, soul-searching words of Tennyson's "Ulysses" in a grand and expansive setting. Premiered in Carnegie Hall, Soulspeak is an

Hope is the Breath of Music fully displays Victor Johnson’s ability to write for women’s voices. With text that speaks of the power that music has to lift our spirits, this exquisite

This splendid marriage of text and tune vividly portrays our eternal quest to connect with nature. Especially suited for Earth Day celebrations but appropriate year-round, listener and singer alike are in

"Electric fingers reaching, reaching, skipping, darting, fleeting, tapping on the clouds..." The vivid imagery and word painting in this creative original are further sparked by dynamic contrasts, rhythmic

"We come from many places. We come with many dreams..." Sally and Jay's heartfelt text reminds us of the impact of singing together, which serves as a symbol of our unity. The memorable hook and important