Secular Choral Concert Music

In a style that is equal parts contemporary and historic, this unique concert work employs a variety of vocal styles, including contemporary a cappella, overtone singing, vocal jazz, and shape note/sacred

One of Hahn's more successful French art songs for solo voice, this lyrical piece from 1916 is freshly set in three-part harmony for treble choirs with piano accompaniment. In a neo-Baroque style, the

In this stunning work, sweeping melodic lines and at times unexpected harmonies envelop a text from Rainer Maria Rilke translated into English. Beautifully depicting the text, the lines allow for the rise

William Blake's thought-provoking text is laced with hope in this thoughtfully crafted work for mixed chorus with solo cello accompaniment. The cello represents the sunflower and symbolizes humans bound to

"Come, let us be a patch of light for the aching world, and let our song forever be a patch of light for all to see." Written in a popular song style that appeals to singers and audiences alike, this 

This gorgeous setting of an incredible text by Marisha Chamberlain emphasizes the importance of community and strength in difficult times.

A powerful and colorful affirmation of life's beauty, this is like a miniaturized, one-movement symphony for chorus, piano, and flute. The combined musical forces are whisked together as a single

Written in memory of a loved one, this song comforts and lifts the spirit. With the idea of infinity and the cyclic nature of life, the harmony never really "stays put" - it never spends too much time in

This is a ballad of the groove of flight achieved, basking in the freedom of a glorious, sustained glide through the sky and the way the magnificent vista alights within our bodies and under our skin.

Many young people fall in love with choral music during high school because of the passion of their teachers. This song celebrates the inspiration that teachers pass on to their students, even though their

William Wordsworth's text shimmers in this a cappella setting with poignant imagery and gently moving clusters and suspensions in the harmony. "Our birth is but a sleep and a forgetting: the Soul that rises

Here's a powerful and upbeat motivational song about trying your best to succeed. With high energy and uncomplicated pop harmonies, it really works for concert, pop, and show choirs! It's also a great

Subtle choral harmonies begin peacefully as the lyrics speak of the moments at the quiet beginning of a fresh new day. Building with energy and texture, they cry "Here I am!" in an empowering call to

The shades of Finzi and Vaughan Williams are strongly present in these three delightful unaccompanied choral settings, and yet the style and execution are wholly Rutter's own. O Mistress Mine is a

An upbeat setting of words by Charles Bennett celebrating the arrival of spring, this selection features changing meters, a compelling verse-refrain structure, and catchy melodies. A darker middle section

This is an homage to the island of Omey in County Galway, Ireland, done in a modern Celtic and contemporary a cappella style. With background harmonies that weave and flow around the melody, the vocal

This selection is a comforting and uplifting setting of the poem To F.W. by Edith Franklin Wyatt, which describes the joy of growing old with a companion. It was premiered by the choir of Nazareth

Setting words by Chief Dan George, this optimistic work reminds us that there is still beauty to be found in times of trouble and that difficult days will not last forever. This sensitive setting uses

English poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson described the custom of bell ringing to ring out the old year and ring in the new in this 1850 poem. In this exciting original composition, the ringing bells along with

A shimmering, luminescent musical setting of an original text, this concert work is replete with lyricism and musical sensitivity. The text speaks of ancient trees that represent longevity, wisdom, and

This original piece flows gently and sincerely, making the text all the more poignant. "Despite our tears, despite our fears, despite our differences, you are loved." A powerful learning experience for

In this beautiful setting of words by the composer based on a quote from Brian Palmer, singers are encouraged to listen to the sounds and people around them in order to learn and grow: "One act of love, I

The joyful, cascading introduction begins from a unison note, setting the tone for this setting of the famous Teasdale poem. Like a heartbeat, the rhythmic call and response between treble and tenor-bass is