Sacred Choral Concert Music

Rhythmic ostinatos, cluster harmonies, and soaring soprano lines are all present in this exciting a cappella concert work, possessing all the elements you'd expect from the composer of Veni, Veni

This extremely powerful and moving piece conveys a text of sorrow and pleading and will be a great challenge for university and community choirs.

The traditional Latin "eternal light" text is brought to life in this a cappella work. With plenty of room for rubato and dynamic expression, this piece employs a variety of choral textures with an approach

The traditional American folk canon WHEN JESUS WEPT has been creatively deconstructed so that no more than two parts are in canon at any given time, with countermelodies in the other parts filling out the

This earnest, haunting setting of the familiar Latin text includes sensitive, skillful part-writing and seamless interplay between the voices and accompaniment. An outstanding piece for a mixed choir of any

Extracted from his larger work "Requiem Novum," this Sanctus movement stands on its own as a concert work with organ accompaniment. Written for and beautifully recorded by the VOCES8 Foundation

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

This challenging anthem uses Latin phrases to convey the theme of peace. A short section in English, "Lord, grant us peace," gives way to a return of the opening text, "Pax, Domine." Appropriate for general

The well-loved ancient chant is transported into the 21st century in this masterful setting, slowly unfolding layer after layer of beauty, and gradually adding vocal polyphony over an ethereal piano

If the original version of the Hallelujah Chorus is a bit daunting for your choir, then this is the version for you! It's a step lower, quite a bit shorter, and treated with the utmost musical care

G.F. Handel's iconic Hallelujah Chorus is an annual tradition for thousands of choirs around the world. Here is the standard version in all its glory for SATB choir with a piano or organ part

This piece from Missa Abreviada, CPM 112, has been edited for choir with solo quartet and piano accompaniment. Beginning slowly, the piece moves into a spirited fugal setting of the traditional Latin

Incorporating elements of the ancient and the modern, this stunning a cappella original presents a lush harmonic palette with tight cluster harmonies and a statement of the Requiem chant tune. The peaceful,

G.F. Handel's iconic Hallelujah Chorus is an annual tradition for thousands of choirs around the world. Here is the standard version in all its glory for SATB choir with full orchestral

Pulsating rhythmic ostinatos, cluster harmonies, and soaring soprano lines are all present in this exciting a cappella concert work, possessing all the elements you'd expect from the composer of Veni,

In a masterful blend of early musical style with modern melody and harmonies, this beautiful setting of the traditional text shines with elegant simplicity. A rubato piano opening leads to a unison

This stunning setting of the traditional Latin text is so rich and so deep that the music perfectly matches the quietly profound ardor of the timeless plainchant. The clarinet provides an ethereal

From the larger work "Songs for the Journey" which was meant to be a companion piece to the Faure Requiem, this rather tranquil setting with independent vocal lines is based on Psalm 31:5 and an excerpt

This is a choral mini-drama that, through intense and chaotic vocal lines and harmonies, depicts the emotions surrounding the Crucifixion. The text includes the last words of Christ as well as a elements

This selection combines the traditional with 21st century expression and looks to the eternal with hope and glorious musical vision. Lovely soaring lines in each vocal part create a beautiful choral

A beautiful, tender setting of the traditional Latin text that features delicate melodic lines and a fluid accompaniment. The contrasting middle section provides interest and movement, and the echoed

This meaningful Maundy Thursday anthem contains a C instrument part and has a contrapuntal a cappella section. The congregation joins in with the fifth verse. Something thoughtful and useful for an

Don't miss this opportunity to sing the magnificent Handel classic! In the key of C, this setting is every bit as effective as it is practical for today's choirs. Comfortable choral ranges, optional

The original tune and lyrics for this piece are by William Billings and have been adapted for mixed chorus, optional percussion and piano by Gwyneth Walker. The mournful spirit of early Americana in the