SATB Secular Concert Choral Music

This contest/festival setting shimmers musically as well as textually. An exceptionally nice selection for more capable groups.

Following on the heels of his wildly popular Sisi Ni Moja, Jacob Narverud returns with another show-stopping piece in a similar style. With influences from world music and an upbeat rhythmic style,

The creator of Broadway sensations "Wicked," "Pippin," and "Godspell" is a master at creating the kind of melody that can pull at your heart or lift you up. Here, in this single movement from "Tyler's

Covered by a multitude of artists since it was first recorded by The Mamas and the Papas, this timeless hit is reimagined in this concert arrangement as a slower, bluesy ballad. An artistic piano

"I am you are me...." This innovative original uses a clever text and pop-style music to create an environment of togetherness among members of the choir. Community - that's what it's all about. Each vocal

A celebration of life, unity, and music, this is a setting of a poem by the 19th-century English author John Addington Symonds. The text speaks of the future with hope, with the healing and transforming

Here is a new song in a concert pop style that celebrates the spirit to "fight for the right to be me." The chorus proclaims "I will fly, I will soar, I'll be free." Led by an affirming solo with intuitive

Penned by the songwriting team from Broadway's "Anastasia", "Once on This Island," "Suessical," and "Ragtime," this powerful song is an inspirational original work. With themes of acceptance, pride, hope,

American music at its best! There are sure to be some misty eyes when you perform this spine-chilling arrangement. Mark has expertly arranged this American folk classic to start softly with a harmonica solo

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

The romantic style of this setting is lush, expressive, and perfectly fashioned for the text. "If music be the food of love, sing on, sing on, sing on till I am filled with joy..." The work is a superior

This energetic original contemporary gospel piece has a wonderful groove and an uplifting message of self-empowerment. Staccato and accented vocals, expressive dynamics, and a repetition section moving up

Following up on his stunning Lunar Lullaby, Narverud returns with another original lullaby, this time evoking a tranquil lakeside setting. The piece inspires musical sensitivity with lush harmonies

A traditional memorial text with spiritual roots has been adapted by the composer in a setting that is simple and honest. With an unadorned melody set in a beautiful musical language with open, transparent

A performance by Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare of this Carly Simon hit was featured on a PBS special and was also included on their Grammy-nominated CD. Vibrant choral textures are supported by a

Built around the idea of disparity, this is a beautifully haunting work from Robert Schumann, featuring a prosodic, rhyming translation by William J. Bullock. Utilizing full choral forces, as well as piano

Co-written and performed by Kristi Matal, this inspirational ballad finds a warm choral setting in a concert pop style. The artistic piano part gently surrounds the vocal lines so that the affirming lyrics

Beautiful, lush choral harmonies, soaring melodies, and a supportive piano accompaniment that offers constant motion and contrast to the choral parts set off an imaginative text that tells of the "celestial

Here's a luscious a cappella setting of the central anthem from "Ragtime" that delivers the spirit and truth of an important message - a message especially relevant today. Opening oohs and aahs eventually