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The great American hymn The Lone, Wild Bird serves as the basis for this arrangement. The work begins with a plaintive alto solo and gradually builds by layering voices. Sensitive arranging and

A prayer for inner peace during times of overwhelm, this setting from the Book of Hours (1514) provides a lilting and comforting melody that flows with ease. Accessible to early intermediate choirs,

In this heartfelt prayer for peace, contemporary and traditional styles blend seamlessly as the choir asks first to receive shalom, then offers shalom to the listener, to friends and family, to those we

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

"O blest Creator of the light, who makes the day with radiance bright, and o'er the forming world didst call the light from chaos first of all." This ancient text is given an elegant a cappella setting with

The opening to "A Vision Unfolding," this gospel-inspired piece provides a powerful introduction to themes of justice, equality and unity. Robert Bode's text asks for God to reach down with justice in times

Commissioned for the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in 2023, this anthem was first performed by a massed choir including the Westminster Abbey Choir with the Coronation Orchestra. Using

One can hear the influence of centuries of past compositions in this newer setting of Mary's exalted prayer within the Christian faith. The character of the music feels soothing and familiar, yet there are

Influenced by the choral works of Mendelssohn, Robert Seymour Bridges' sacred poem is sensitively set for double choir through the use of classical voice leading and harmonic structure. Appropriate for both

John 8:31-32 is set here in a well-crafted anthem that experienced singers will enjoy. The piece is laid out in three sections, opening with an expressive chordal section, followed by a bold and festive

This expressive meditation is an English setting of the prayer "O Lord, lettest thy servant depart in peace." Thoughtfully prepared suspensions and close harmonies that stay on the staff make this piece an

A joyful and soaring a cappella work, this English setting of "My soul doth magnify the Lord" is a wonderful way to show off the sound of your choir. Homorhythmic movement and careful voice leading make it

"May the roads rise up to meet you, may the winds be always at your back... until we meet again." Available in a cappella and accompanied versions, the lovely choral texture utilizes straightforward rhythms

This setting combines text from Luke 24 ("Stay with us, Lord Jesus") and quotes from Abide With Me ("in life and death, O Lord, with us abide"), to present a simple yet stunning prayer for Christ's

These words committing to praise even through times of difficulty are set to the lovely Scottish LOCH LOMOND tune: "When questions I spin echo answerless within, even then, still I sing 'Alleluia.'" Your

This expressive setting of Jan Richardson's poetic text addresses God's love and blessings in times of grief. The music moves with the text in an unmetered style, and the texture is occasionally colored by

This stunning setting uses text from Micah 6:6-8 and is dedicated to Dr. Anton Armstrong in celebration of his 25th season as conductor of the St. Olaf Choir. This selection is characterized by simple,

A gorgeous setting of the popular text from the Requiem Mass. The homophonic writing and the voice-leading make it accessible to advanced and professional ensembles.

The beloved Latin text is set in an elegantly simple texture with conservative ranges. Straightforward rhythms and moments of release create a tapestry of sound that surrounds the chant line. In a variety

A traditional motet based on Matthew 5:16. The text is in Latin with a brief English statement of the text featured in the soprano solo.

This setting of an evocative hymn text by Thomas Troeger is for divisi choir and organ. Drawn from an Epiphany reading, the anthem explores the theme of the triumph of light over darkness. The organ opens