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Although Rosephanye Powell often selects sacred texts for her music, it is the uniqueness of her writing style that enables it to serve both in worship and concert. Ascribe to the Lord, one of her

Memley celebrates the Native American culture with an exquisite tryptich of poems and song. The original music is consumed with the sounds of the Native American spirit in all 3 selections. Although they

This spectacular spiritual arrangement is inspiring and well written. With a play on words and some divisi near the end, the energetic writing will make this an exciting part of any service or concert!

From the American Romantic Choral Series comes this lighthearted secular song. Written in Italian with an English alternative, the piece features a baritone solo with chorus response. Fun and well written,

Edna St. Vincent Millay's evocative words beautifully unveil the familiar vulnerability often entwined with grief. Composed for tenor-bass choir and piano, this piece features accessible yet rich harmonies

Here is a beautiful love song, passionate and stirring. The bittersweet lyrics are of events that happen on "a golden day." In a modern a cappella style with lots of closely moving harmonies, this is a

Rosephanye Powell has brought her classic style to the beloved spiritual Good News, Chariot's Coming! This arrangement is rhythmic, vibrant, and fun, with excellent vocal writing and energy. The

"Death, thou art welcome to my arms attended by a thousand charms..." The text dates back as far as 1818 and speaks to the human desire for a peaceful end to life in this exciting and contemporary setting

This great gospel blues call-and-response song has been given a spirited treatment in a rousing rendition for tenor-bass chorus. The piano part contributes in significant measure to the strength of this new

Brimming with rhythmic energy, this arrangement of the well-known spiritual is a showstopper for tenor-bass choirs. Layered harmonies, ostinato-like rhythmic patterns and exciting dynamics make this a

With joyful music and lyrics, this original concert gospel work features lively piano accompaniment, percussion, and bass parts. Written for either mixed or tenor-bass choirs, the vocal scoring contributes

Using a popular text, this setting adds a richness and harmonic interest not found in other settings in a very friendly SSAB arrangement. Beautifully set, sensitive and artisitic, this a cappella selection

This joyful spiritual, arranged by one of the top names in the genre, will work with any size choir for concerts, festivals, and services. With very little divisi and plenty of repetition, this is not only

This fresh setting of an endearing folk song recently added an SATB voicing to it's offerings. The vocal lines are gorgeous and only enhanced by the well-crafted piano accompaniment. Your choir will enjoy

Shout Glory lives up to its name, with a rip-roarin' accompaniment and highly energetic choral writing! Whether your featured soloist sings the notes as written, or has improvisational skills, this

Here is an original concert gospel work with a fierce piano accompaniment that will bring excitement and variety to your next performance. Quoting the familiar spiritual Roll, Jordan, Roll and

2014 marks the two-hundredth anniversary of the writing of our national anthem. Now choirs all across America can stand together in harmony and celebration with this arrangement based on the improvisation

Rainier Maria Rilke's poem honoring the elegance of the majestic swan is set sensitively and expressively. Elegantly intertwining the text and subtle musical devices, the voices capture the swan's glide on

Written to honor the spirit leader (grandfather) Misum el Mato (Brother to Bears), this Lakota song embodies the uplifting nature of the Sundance ceremony and the blessings provided by life. The arrangement

Dynamically setting a text from Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore, this original work for tenor-bass choirs is accompanied by piano and five percussion players. It paints vivid imagery of darkness, light,

This eight-part a cappella setting uses exciting choral writing and changes of key and tempo to create the perfect marriage between music and text. This very satisfying arrangement has the feel of a

What an impact this august work will have on both choir and listeners! Compositionally, this is an excellent piece using impressive techniques that are truly captivating. The rhythmic structure develops