Although this is an original work, the words, which simulate a tribal language, give it a world-music feeling. In fact, the chant-like character of the piece almost makes you feel as though you are taking
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This work, which celebrates and honors Mother Earth, is written in the Sami yoik tradition. The title word Aejlies which translates to "holy" is used along with yoik syllables to allow the human
Now in a second edition, this a cappella setting of Agnus Dei from the major work "The World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass" is rich with lush harmonies that breathe new life into an oft-set text. This work
Al Shlosha D'varim is a lyrical setting of an essential maxim from Jewish morality laws, translated to mean: "The world is sustained by three things: by truth, by justice, and by peace." Available
From the Grammy-nominated work The Lost Birds, this simple melody inspired by children's songs is a setting of Sara Teasdale's poem "In the End." Showcasing her signature pairing of nihilism
"The latest sun is sinking fast, my race is almost run..." The beloved American folk hymn from Kirchner's Heavenly Home collection comes to life anew, with soaring descants, countermelodies, and rich
To Shiver the Sky is an oratorio about the history of flight and mankind's quest to conquer the heavens. Told through the words of 11 of our greatest astronomers, inventors, visionaries, and
Often translated as "times gone by" or "days long ago," this is a song of friendship and goodwill. Traditionally associated with New Year's Eve festivities, this Scottish air is also appropriate as a
Isabella Leonarda was one of the most prolific woman composers of 17th-century Italy, publishing 20 volumes during her lifetime including the first known sonatas written by a woman. This edition seeks to
This opening chorus from Smetana's most beloved folk opera is filled with the popular spirit, sounds and rhythms of Czech folk music. The effervescence of the music and the camaraderie of the villagers -
From Three Motets for Unaccompanied Choirs, this work for SSATBB voices is a strong contest/festival selection for mature choirs.
This lively arrangement is based on a sturdy American hymn tune with a text by Reginald Heber. The accompaniment provides a solid base and colorful riffs while the tune is presented in unison, canon, and
This suite for SATB voices includes: The Best of All Possible Worlds; Candide's Lament; It Must Be So; Make Our Garden Grow and Oh, Happy We.
The arranger draws on his long experience with Leonard Bernstein, to create this unique choral setting that weaves together some of Bernstein's most famous works including: Almighty Father
This work merges classical singing along with the Sami yoik tradition to create a fresh new sound. All the lyrics, except for the words Dona nobis pacem are yoik syllables with no linguistic
Sung on only one syllable, this piece has a ringing, shimmering quality indicated in its performance notes. This is meant to be sung without a conductor with singers spread throughout the performance space
The opening musical number from the Disney animated feature "Frozen," this song is inspired by indigenous Saami and Norwegian culture, a combination of Saami yoiking and the Danish Christmas hymn Dejlig
With a text centered around divine love, and the depths of that love, the music is characterized by slow-moving cluster chords, soaring voice leading, and first inversion chords that give a feeling of
A beautiful arrangement that will challenge your ensemble with its divisi texture, stretched rhythms, and shifting tonalites. The solo section which opens the piece offers vocalists a chance to shine.
Now in a second edition, this unique blend of bluegrass instrumentation and the familiar text of Gloria lends a new - even fun - perspective to the Mass tradition. Newcomers to either the classical or