Secular Choral Concert Music

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

Five seafaring texts are brought together in an original song cycle to initiate a musical voyage of discovery, fun, and introspection. These dynamic compositions are composed in an artistic style with

"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

Spacious and languid, this setting of Langston Hughes' notable text speaks of dreams that are the stuff of a life well-lived. Written as the composer battled ALS, it is scored for SATB divisi voices, with

This charming Slavic folk song harmonized by Alexander Borodin is an enjoyable sing for any lower voice ensemble. Features guitar-like vocables, energetic articulations, and a new rhyming English

Intermediate and advanced choirs will enjoy performing this poignant Edgar Allen Poe setting. Lush harmonies and textures capture both the light and darkness of dreams, answering the question, "What could

The uplifting strength of music carries us skyward like a dove. This lovely setting of the poem by Caroline L. Goodenough is centered on the transition to the afterlife. It's an accessible work suitable for

Exploring themes of self-discovery, growth, and change, this empowering work not only honors those who have helped us grow and discover our "spark, flicker, flame," it encourages us to fan the flames that

Written as an homage, Robert Bode's text reminds us that, although the future is uncertain, each of our paths is built upon the myriad experiences we have known and all the people who have affected us. This

Based on a short story about Viking sailors lost at sea encountering the dreaded Kraken, this rollicking original sea shanty is a rewarding challenge for mature tenor-bass choirs. The narrative text reads

Setting Elizabeth Allen's haiku, this dynamic choral work pulsates with rousing rhythms and intricate ostinati, echoing the call to stand up for justice. Part of the song cycle Voices Without

Crafted for double choir and two soloists, this contemporary work reflects on the experiences of immigrants to the United States. It can be performed antiphonally, immersing the audience in the impact of

Harlem Renaissance poet and activist Paul Laurence Dunbar's text expresses love and admiration: "Thou art my lute, by thee I sing, – my being is attuned to thee. Thou settest all my words a-wing, and

The picture of the famed snow-covered woods comes to life in this serene setting of Robert Frost's well-known poem. For mixed divisi choir and piano with optional cello, this lovely work effectively

Best known for her Anne of Green Gables novels, here Lucy Maud Montgomery's poem The Difference shimmers in an a cappella setting for treble choirs by a composer who, like Montgomery, is also

Rainier Maria Rilke's poem honoring the elegance of the majestic swan is set sensitively and expressively. Elegantly intertwining the text and subtle musical devices, the voices capture the swan's glide on

The elegant text by Byron finds a gentle harp accompaniment and lush choral textures in this new setting. Flowing, singable lines and rich harmonies make the piece accessible to choirs and audiences

"To share the stars with you once more ... To hold your life within my heart." This lyrical and emotive work expresses grief and longing to see again a loved one who has passed on. Sweeping melodic phrases

Experience a compelling arrangement of classic Americana. This captivating rendition promises an unforgettable musical journey, perfect for school and collegiate choirs seeking timeless elegance.