Advanced ensembles will appreciate the challenges presented by this piece, which recounts the story of Christ's resurrection from the perspective of Mary Magdalene. The title is a reference to
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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
This original composition based on a medieval text bristles with exuberance. Rhythmic playfulness is combined with sympathetic vocal lines all contributing towards a very energetic piece.
The word painting of Christina Rossetti's timeless poem is lush, supported by an understated sense of calm. The piece eventually succumbs to its innate expressiveness at the climax, melting away the cold of
Throughout the setting of this iconic text, there are bold changes of harmony and shifting inflections of rhythm, but such is the quality of their execution the music unfolds seamlessly. Advanced ensembles
This award-winning work demonstrates strong choral writing, exhilarating use of meter and rhythm, and expansive and sumptuous harmony. Clever references to medieval compositional techniques fuse old and new
Full of mystery and text painting, this piece builds to an exhilarating fast section on the text "rejoice now and be glad" which is full of bounce and rhythmic energy. The piece finishes with yet more
A lovely a cappella arrangement available of this Christmas classic - suitable for collegiate and advanced mixed choirs.
Dedicated to our precious children, this work is full of adoration at the wonder of youth, and a hymn to their future and well-being. The music begins with stillness, the vocal parts gently unfurling to
The dark humor of this text is brought to life with impeccable word-painting, exciting rhythmic underlay and body percussion amongst others. Gripping from start to finish, this piece is a solid choice for
The melody lines of this setting of the Lord's Prayer are tuneful and supported throughout by sonorous and close harmonies. The music conveys an atmosphere of positivity and strength; feelings that easily
The ethereal quality of Emily Dickinson's poem is established in this atmospheric and sensitive setting by vocal effects and drones. Certain to bring an air of tranquility and wonder to any Christmas or
This work gives a feeling of space whilst achieving a lush harmonic texture with the minimal of means. The use of mixed meter subtly inflects the words and provides shifts in the emphasis of the rocking
Choral voices emerge from the rustling sounds of nature, first highlighting upper and then the lower voices of the choir. The power and emotion of the piece reaches its peak only to be interrupted by a solo
A haunting melody in the Soprano line floats above ostinato patterns in the Alto parts, an effect which conjures images of sirens singing. A further layer of musical and lyrical interest comes in the form
Lola Ridge's contemplative and profound poem is given a celestial soundtrack, using subtle repetitions of phrases like gentle waves of sound reinforcing the meaning and reassuring the singer and listener.