Secular Choral Concert Music

James Weldon Johnson was an American writer and civil rights activist whose poetry has been celebrated and set to music for decades. This original concert setting has a sweet and elegantly simple texture

This selection was written in a student workshop designed to give all young people a voice, giving them a chance to express their feelings and write their own story. Powerful!

"If I could turn back time, I would not let you die, and you'd live that life of hope." This important and moving piece was written as a musical response to the sudden loss of a student by suicide. Several

A cappella voices are featured with gentle harmonies and a simple, quiet texture that just lets the voices sing without pushing. This heartfelt text challenges choristers to explore a wide range of

"I want a big house, with a big front door wide enough to always fit one more, where everybody's welcome..." Using this powerful metaphor to represent a community where all are welcomed, valued, and cared

With a multicultural flair, this energetic and rhythmic work conveys a singular force for change. Combining texts from Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Matthew 5:15 with original lyrics, the

Christopher Brennan's poem of love has been adapted for this beautiful choral work written for the composer's own wedding. The text speaks to unspoken connections and the ways in which words fail where

Written to celebrate the unique beauty of unison treble voices, this contemporary piece highlights the importance of friendship and community. Flexible text options make it an excellent selection for all

With a singable, spirit-filled melody, everyone will be singing this heart song long after the song has ended. Exuding confidence, warmth, and joy, it's a shining example of what it means to pave a better

Canadian poet Lucy Maud Montgomery of Anne of Green Gables fame provides lyrics that seem especially relevant again after a time when in-person relationships were challenging. Celebrating the joy of being

Here's a set of three songs that can be performed separately or more effectively all together. Each song is based on a round that features one of the voice parts - they are linked thematically but contrast

With excerpts and inspiration from The North Star by African American poet James Monroe Whitfield, this text personalizes the quest for freedom. Written to be sung with strong conviction and

Here's a catchy tune that celebrates the importance of friendships! The harmonies are easy to learn and layer nicely, and the gently syncopated texture is just so cheerful and fun to sing.

"Shining and shimmering up in the sky..." this text is reminiscent of the Star Light, Star Bright nursery rhyme. The use of Mixolydian mode and compound meter create a sense of longing with an

This traditional Shaker text reminds us of the power of words - especially words offered with care and kindness. Featuring two complementary melodies which meet in a partner song, this piece is especially

This inspiring selection gives hope to those who might be lost. Sometimes you might feel aimless...but inside each of us is a purpose...that sings out like a symphony...it's Glorious!

This uplifting choral is bursting with positive energy and inspiring lyrics that encourage singers as well as listeners to believe in themselves and find the courage to live their life to the fullest: "You

Walter de la Mare's poem provides the strong text for this inspiring choral that celebrates music. The mostly homophonic writing puts a focus on the words; for the full texture, include the optional treble

Written for the One Voice Children's Choir, this work mixes English and Swahili in a pop-style setting to drive home the message: "There is beauty all around when there's love at home."

The stark darkness of winter is infused with color as life blossoms anew in the beauty of springtime. Beautiful melodies and harmonies grace this expressive original, ideal for spring or year-end

"I won’t give up on you. Don’t give up on me ... We’ll hold each other to the light, and we will see this through." This inspirational anthem of unity, togetherness, and resilience is a

Jane Taylor's poem sparkles in this sprightly setting for treble choirs. Graceful, lilting melodies and carefully crafted harmonies are fun to sing and beautiful to express, highlighting the lovely tone of

Christina Rossetti's poem is beautifully paired with a lyrical musical setting designed to showcase your mixed or treble choir. Subtle melodic lines and a spinning piano accompaniment combine with lush

Percy Bysshe Shelley's wintry text is beautifully set in this lyrical contemporary choral for treble voices. Soaring vocal lines capture the expressive lyrics, and the captivating vocal harmonies and