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Inspired by the empowering poem by Rabbi Ruth Sohn, this piece describes the journey of a young woman who finds bravery amid uncertainty and fear. Middle Eastern harmonies paint an expansive desert landscape, while the voices search for faith and risk taking the first step, ultimately conquering fear to find the "song in my heart." Soaring melodies and and choral rhythms that create a delicious tension against the piano accompaniment make this a wonderful choice for mature treble choirs.

Song of Miriam

SSA Octavo

Harriet Prescott Spofford's poem describes a young woman who discovers a bold new world of thrilling beauty when she ventures beyond her familiar walls. Accompanied by piano and optional violin, cello, and percussion, this dramatic work depicts the text in epic fashion, alternating between sections of galloping frenetic energy and sedate periods of calm chordal harmony. An exhilarating piece for mixed or treble choirs!

By Night

SATB Octavo divisi

Leonora Speyer's inspirational poem encourages singers to take hold of their limitless potential. Ascending vocal lines stretch across a driving accompaniment as if reaching out to grasp the expanse depicted in the lyrics. Building through key changes and motives, it arrives at its final brilliant chord, reflecting "Loveliness, wings for my flight"! A thrilling concert work for more advanced choirs.

Measure Me, Sky!

SATB Octavo

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This joyous and rhythmic a cappella setting of St. Augustine's text in a buoyant 7/8 meter is brimming with vitality and energy. The contrasting middle section offers expansive lines and lush harmonies which propel the music into exciting key changes and a climactic ending. A wonderful opening selection for more advanced mixed choirs!

Alleluia

Explore the vast unknown with this impressive and dramatic setting of Carl John Bostelmann's poem. Rapidly layered vocal entrances and racing sixteenth notes in the piano propel the journey, while thoughtful voice leading and text painting lend themselves to expressive phrasing.

Swifter Than Flame

This captivating arrangement highlights the elegant sensitivity of the traditional American folk hymn. As the melody gently drifts through each vocal part, a newly composed refrain gracefully soars over a lush piano accompaniment. Finally, a shimmering tapestry of descending lines brings the piece to a restful and contemplative conclusion.

My Song in the Night

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 ethereal piano accompaniment adds its own voice glistening above. Then together they soar to new heights to "find strength in what remains behind." Absolutely stunning!

There Was a Time

The dramatic third movement from "Illuminare" opens with the traditional Kyrie text in a somber, forebodingly ominous manner before exploding into a blast of fury as the Latin text turns to night and darkness. Accented rhythms and mixed meter contribute to the feeling of chaos, and the dramatic dynamic range and rhythmic intensity increase to a glorious conclusion.

This fiery setting of William Blake's The Tyger is sure to be a thrilling piece for your choir! Energetic mixed meter combined with an active piano accompaniment creates exciting moments to hear the tiger growl and pounce. Consider programming as a companion piece with Hagenberg's setting of The Lamb, as these poems were designed by Blake to contrast with one another.

Tyger

This energetic piece for treble voices sweeps listeners on a beautiful journey into the rapids of Emily Pauline Johnson's poem. Bold vocal entrances cascade into bright harmonies as the piano creates an undercurrent of lively folk rhythms. As the river slows, the music floats into an elegant, reflective section, allowing your choir to display emotional range and musical sensitivity.

Shadow River

The opening movement from the larger work "Illuminare" set on Saint Ambrose's Latin text radiates majestic energy that heralds the arrival of Light and a joyful "Gloriae" section. A brief contrasting section of legato singing brings a peaceful release before returning to the vibrant momentum present in the opening. A wonderful work that stands on its own as a strong statement for mixed choirs.

Splendor

Beautifully capturing the essence of a traditional Gaelic blessing, this original setting evokes the natural tranquility of a "gentle night" where the "moon and stars pour their healing light on you." The flowing piano accompaniment supports the soaring legato vocal lines to create a mature and artistic texture while remaining accessible to choirs in school, church, or community settings. The optional string quartet parts add additional serenity and depth.

Deep Peace

With a lively folk music-influenced piano accompaniment, soaring vocal lines, and an uplifting hope-filled message, this piece overflows with exuberance and joy from start to finish. The text from Richard Watson Gilder's After-Song from The New Day is perfectly set to reflect the optimism that comes with each morning: "Oh, wonderful the way that leads from darkness to the perfect day!"

Through Love to Light

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 harmonic texture expands, framed beautifully here with piano accompaniment and optional solo violin. Stunning!

Caritas

Poet Zoe Atkins likens her uncertainty to the wavering winds and shifting shadows and contrasts it with the unchanging stars and secure land. This text is mirrored musically with an opening section of a cappella underscoring that blossoms into a thick choral texture with voice leading in each part that is skillfully interwoven to create lush harmonies along with a wonderfully artistic piano accompaniment.

I Am the Wind

SSAA Octavo

The beautiful words of Charles Anthony Silvestri describe how the simplest actions can have profound results. Delicate melodies unfold to rich a cappella harmonies, then soar to glorious heights - reminding us that "When we love, simply love, even as we are loved, our weary world can be transformed."

When We Love

Experience a captivating new melody to Silent Night as hints of the timeless Christmas carol STILLE NACHT are interwoven throughout. Graceful choral parts capture the tenderness of the beloved text, then ascend to new heights, resounding with "Son of God, love's pure light." The optional parts for string quartet, flute, oboe, and timpani help to create a truly memorable piece, sure to be cherished for years to come.

Love's Pure Light

SATB Octavo divisi, or SSATB

llluminare is Elaine's first extended work, consisting of five-movements for SATB chorus and chamber orchestra. Using lesser-known sacred Latin, Greek, and English texts, the piece takes us through a season of beauty and goodness that has been disrupted by darkness and confusion. But as Light gradually returns, hope is restored, illuminating our future and guiding us in peace. Instrumental parts are available directly from GIA Publishing.

Illuminare

SATB Vocal Score

Harriet Monroe's stunning poem about an evening in the Blue Ridge Mountains is set with crystal-clear melodies, fervent harmonies, and a smooth piano accompaniment that match the grandeur of the scenery. The ascent and descent of the opening lines trace the mountains' silhouette against the sky while treble and bass voices draw us by turn to view each detail of the scene and listen for the wisdom of the mountains.

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