From a three-part collection based on poetry by American pioneers, this third piece depicts a barn dance as vocalists circle 'round the instruments, stomp, clap, and perform with general

A triptych of pieces for harp (or piano) and SATB divsi chorus using texts by poet Christine Schenk. Her version of the "O Antiphons" provides a means of contemporary reflection on those ancient texts. The

Typically this song is performed a cappella, slowly and prayerfully. However, the walking aspect of the lyrics might suggest a bit more movement. Gwyneth Walker has transferred the feel to a Dixieland-style

An updated revisiting of the well-known Shaker song Simple Gifts expressing Shaker values of simplicity and humility, and reference is made to the love of dancing. This is a joyous song, either in

This piece is a setting of the Ordinary of the Roman Catholic Mass intended for concert or liturgical use. The celebratory nature of the text is underlined by the scoring which uses an accompaniment of

Intoned by a chord cluster on bells or keyboard, a soloist or several voices chant the first phrase. The intensity grows each time the text reappears. The four-part sections convey a

A rousing and joyful setting of the much-beloved early American hymn, PROMISED LAND. Flute (or violin) and harp (or piano) introduce and accompany this sturdy arrangement which retains the flavor of the

An assuring text from master poet Sara Teasdale, its central theme is that one can take refuge in singing. Ever sensitive to the text, Walker crafts word painting throughout with shimmering piano

This 20th-century triptych by renowned Canadian composer, Leonard Enns, includes poems by William Blake from his well-known set of poetry titled Songs of Innocence. Uncomplicated and lyrical. Includes:

In just six lines of poetry, this well-known and highly-regarded hymn, Spirit of Life, deals with nearly all the key concepts cherished by one's faith. Set solo flute, piano/harp and SATB

A collection of three carol settings with brass, percussion, and organ. These beautiful festival settings include Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella; In the Bleak Midwinter and

Creatively combining two texts appropriate for Christmas or Epiphany, this original work for mixed choir, children's choir, and trumpet is both traditional and modern. Michael Praetorius' PUER NOBIS text