This inspirational text by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is framed with a rhythmic ostinato in a crisp a cappella setting. The piece may be performed SSA with optional solo or SSAA with equally divided voices,
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Through the single word "alleluia," this piece is excellent for groups looking to explore closer cluster harmonies, unification of vowels, and musical phrasing. Moderate vocal ranges and an optional descant
A celebration of the power of music, this work is a sonorous setting of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's well-known poem. A rhythmic, energetic accompaniment, an a cappella middle section, and optional
The rich harmonies in this a cappella prayer are expressive and intimate. With carefully prepared dissonances and thoughtful voice leading throughout, it is well within the reach of many ensembles and is
Opening with a section of plainchant, this setting of the traditional Latin text most known in the Mozart or Byrd versions shimmers with modern a cappella harmonies. Cluster cadences and expressive vocal
Gorgeous a cappella cluster harmonies surround the soprano melody line, while the text from Rabindrnath Tagore and John Donne reflects on the promise of the consolation of the afterlife. A moving selection
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 beloved text from Elizabeth Frye, simply set for choir, features a lyric melody with organ or piano accompaniment and optional string quartet. This is the first movement from the larger work. A
This energetic setting of the poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar depicts the joy of seeing your dreams become reality. With powerful vocal lines and a stirring piano accompaniment, this work captures the joy of
"I rise on, upward forever, gathering strength, gaining breath, from the spirit of life." A simple melody gradually unfolds over a gentle piano accompaniment, growing into a full, four-part texture
A simple a cappella setting of Fiona Macleod's traditional text that invokes the peace and stillness of nature. The choral parts move gently with extended cluster chord cadences and some simple divisi. This
"The gift, the wonder of it all, is the presence hidden deep within, and the joy, yet somehow even more... the secret that conceals diviner things." Giovanni Giocondo's 15th century text is the inspiration
A flowing accompaniment and lyrical vocal lines deliver this reassuring text, "God shall wipe away all of their tears and death shall be no more." The sixth movement from Light Shines in the
"The grass has dried up and the flower has fallen... but you last forever. Therefore, I seek a faith that sets it right." The poignant text from Vachel Lindsey sets up the idea of relying on faith amid the
The resounding harmonies in this a cappella setting are carefully crafted with optional tenor notes for flexible SATB or SAB choirs. With an uplifting message based on Psalm 121, the straightforward setting
A stirring testament to the power of music, Sara Teasdale's text is set to a captivating melody, with careful use of suspensions, and optional parts for violin and cello. A flowing piano accompaniment and
A stirring tribute, this poignant setting of Christina Rosetti's moving text features singable lines, carefully prepared dissonances, and suspensions. Whether used in a memorial service or for more general
"May the roads rise up to meet you, may the winds be always at your back... until we meet again." Available in a cappella and accompanied versions, the lovely choral texture utilizes straightforward rhythms
Beautiful a cappella harmonies on a Latin text from Psalm 19 are a wonderful way to develop part independence and musical sensitivity. Opening on a simple unison note, the harmonies build in accessible
This rousing setting of G.K. Chesterton's text for tenor-bass choirs opens with a haunting unison melody and the text, "I come to autumn, where all the leaves are gold!" The French horn part makes this work
"Love shall be our token, love be yours and love be mine... love shall be our prayer, love shall be our sign." This gorgeous setting of the Christina Rosetti text is a wonderful expression of love, support,
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,
"O light born of light." This traditional Latin text shimmers in a stunning a cappella setting with thoughtful voice leading and cluster harmonies. Accessible enough for concert or service use, it will make
William Wordsworth's text shimmers in this a cappella setting with poignant imagery and gently moving clusters and suspensions in the harmony. "Our birth is but a sleep and a forgetting: the Soul that rises