Isaiah 49

Landing somewhere in between a church anthem and a vocal jazz quartet, this playful take on a medieval text captures the energy of a storyteller relating an old tale to children. The piece is full of

This piece is a more introspective and solemn approach to the traditional Alleluia but maintains a strong melodic feel, with soaring lines and a great mix of homophonic textures and counterpoint.

This selection includes a modern reimagining of chant elements combined with a multi-metric feel and joyful melody. Great for a concert or church service with advanced singers.

A fast and furious piece depicting the fierce power and beauty of the pre-World War II trains in the Philippines. The lyrics (in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines) combine vast landscape

A soulful setting of the Nunc Dimittis, this piece evokes the same feeling of sacredness found in the majestic mountains and broad meadows of Appalachia. Juxtaposing freely... view details

In Southern Philippine culture, legend tells of the lion/dragon Arimaonga living in the skies and playfully swallowing the moon. The tradition of the Maranao people was to force the creature to release

This uplifting and inspirational declaration of freedom reflects the expansive mystery of the sea in both the text and music. The piece builds from a few repeated rhythmic motifs that alternate with

Exploring the emotional contrasts of Psalm 137, a tragic story of loss and mourning threaded by nostalgia, this piece uses lyrical melodies embellished by chromatic accents and bombastic chords to bring

Delicate, hushed, and suspenseful, this perfectly captures the expansive and meditative feeling of Whitman's poignant poetry. This is great for any sized choir, though the long lines, slow pace, and lush

Wistful and introspective, this piece speaks to longing unfilled. The lush harmonies depict a romantic sensibility while the glissando textures throughout speak to the unrequited desires in the poetry. A

Alternating between introspective devotional lines and bursts of rhythmic energy, this short piece hums with the same ecstatic energy as the Hafiz poetry at its center.

This meditative setting of Thich Naht Hahn's poem resonates with the same quiet, ecstatic joy of the original text. The vocal lines alternate between layered polyphonic entrances and swelling homophony,

A textural wall of sound and color, this piece creates a musical landscape inspired by the human connection and the modern disconnect with nature. Originally commissioned by animation artist Evan Tedlock

This hypnotic, chant-like piece is both a choir and audience favorite. It's got a touch of exotic flavor and great rhythmic energy juxtaposed with jazz-like harmonies. A study in long phrases, rhythmic