A Cappella Choral Concert Selections

This beloved Puccini aria has been reimagined for a cappella choirs, and the effect is one of sheer beauty! With tender harmonies and legato lines, this is a great choice for teaching phrasing and vocal

An original contemporary a cappella work, this beautiful composition with a propulsive time signature mixes with lush and ever-present vocal textures and handclaps. Ideal for either a cappella groups or

This favorite '80s ballad is presented in a tender concert-style arrangement with beautiful choral harmonies and an inventive piano part. Feature a soloist and your whole ensemble with these empowering

The line between time's reality and its invention is blurry. This modern concert work borrows heavily on contemporary a cappella harmonies and techniques to create an engaging texture that highlights the

A classic Robert Burns text combines with an old Scottish tune in this accessible a cappella offering for tenor-bass choirs. With a gentle lilt, crisp diction, and traditional harmonies, this arrangement is

Emily Dickinson's poetry finds a natural fit in this contemporary a cappella concert setting for mixed divisi choirs. The gentle melodic text nestled beneath layers of percussive arpeggios flirts with major

From the Song of Solomon, "Rise up my love, my fair one, and come away" has been given a descriptive a cappella setting for mixed choir featuring both homophonic and polyphonic writing along with shifting

Madrigal singing has long been a staple of the choral repertoire, particularly for the development of independent singers with the use of polyphonic harmony. And, they're fun to sing! Here are two madrigals

This rhythmic choral miniature opens with a sparkling soprano motif, joined quickly by other voices in a fragmented repetition of the word "alleluia." The music alternates between 10/8 and 7/8, maintaining

This well-known Italian madrigal by Orazio Vecchi is offered in two voicings, enabling singers to be successful while staying true to the style of the period.

Commissioned by Craig Hella Johnson and Conspirare for a cappella choir and narrator, this powerful setting of W.E.B. DuBois' Credo text is for all those who wait for justice. Worthy of any fine

This proclamation of racial equality and social justice by W.E.B DuBois is set in three distinct movements. The first two movements, I Believe in God and I Believe in Service, are set in a

This classic arrangement was originally scored for mixed voices and is now available for treble choirs! Jazz harmonies are found throughout this lovely a cappella setting which is full of opportunities to

For tenor-bass choirs, this skillful a cappella setting of a traditional Scottish folk song is an excellent choice for concert and festival use. Thoughtful consideration is given to range and tessitura,

Commissioned by the United States Air Force Band, Colonel Don Schofield, Commander and Conductor. Based on the 1819 poem by Walt Whitman.

First recorded by Louis Armstrong, this now classic song is also in the Grammy Hall of Fame. Close jazz harmonies sparkle in this a cappella setting which works for both concert and jazz choirs. The

Lush jazz harmonies and smooth voice leading permeate this arrangement of the legendary song Georgia on My Mind. The state of Georgia officially designated Ray Charles' version as the official

Originally sung by mothers to heal and calm sick children, this lovely lullaby is a traditional folk song from the Republic of Georgia. A smooth a cappella texture surrounds the modal melody, and a helpful

Selecting short excerpts from the poetry of Wordsworth and setting it in a transparent, simple musical style, these three movements offer much to unpack in the music and the lyrics.

What a powerful juxtaposition of two iconic African American spirituals: Wayfaring Stranger and I Want Jesus to Walk with Me. "I am a stranger in a strange land...how long must we cry

This text is one of several love notes from Gertrude Stein to her partner. These beautiful words are set like a courtly love poem of the Renaissance, and the result is a modern madrigal. Perfect for singing

This beautiful arrangement of the original was created for the BBC Singers. Intimate and captivating, this selection's thick divisi choral texture and cool modern setting are great for more advanced

Arranged for the University of Cape Town Choir, this arrangement features a solo that soars over the choir. The traditional Sesotho folk song is faithfully maintained, and a pronunciation guide is provided.