Hebrews 2

This work premiered as part of the annual Military Musical Spectacular to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.  Another version was arranged for choir and strings to mark the coronation of HM King

This piece originally appeared as part of the third movement of The Great War Symphony written to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.  The well-known words by Wilfred Owen are

This setting of the well-known text creates a warm and intimate soundscape which reflects the prayerful and devotional Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady. The individual lines are not too demanding, but

This piece originally appeared as part of the first movement of The Great War Symphony written to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.  The chordal, prayerful style of the

The Dead Soldier
(for SATB choir and orchestra OR piano)  Duration: circa 4 minutes
The Dead Soldier originally appeared as part of the third movement of The Great War Symphony written to

This piece which features on Patrick's album Fair Albion uses the orchestra to convey a panoramic pastoral scene. It is particularly inspired by the undulating Wolds of Lincolnshire, the county in which

These four motets create a fresh approach to well-known ancient texts. They may be sung either as a complete set or individually within a carol service or other liturgical setting. Virga Jesse

This excerpt from The Great War Symphony is scored for SATB chorus with orchestra or piano. The moving words of Sydney Bolitho, which are well-known in Australia, deserve wider recognition and this

This is an epic work for choirs, soloists and orchestra to commemorate the centenary of the First World War. The symphony comprises four movements, each portraying the most significant events in each year

A 15th-century text inspired this a cappella setting reminiscent of medieval tonality and rhythm. The dynamics are restrained overall, but contrast is important in each verse.  Frequent time signature

A children's opera that reimagines the story of Robin Hood, exploring what happens when Robin is unable to save the day and the forest community must look to itself for solutions. There are four main groups

The Last Post
(for soprano, SATB choir and orchestra OR piano)  Duration: circa 2 minutes
The Last Post originally appeared as part of the fourth and final movement of The Great War Symphony

A lilting melody is introduced against which the independent choral parts call for love to pervade all that we do. A defiant middle section proclaiming that "no fear be known to us" creates cohesion and

This simple version of The Lord's Prayer is taken from The Edenham Eucharist. Some unexpected key changes help to sustain the momentum, although the overriding approach is one of

The original 15th century English text has been slightly shortened and adapted to provide the basis for this simple, atmospheric carol. The Virgin Mary sings the Infant Jesus to sleep, conveying the love

The Easter message is beautifully condensed in these 14 lines by Edmund Spenser. The main theme, first appearing in the choir's opening phrase, invites the listener to become directly involved in the sense

This composition asks the listener to dwell on all that is pure. For this reason the music develops from simple unison singing through to rich and warm harmonic textures, with restrained dynamics

This a cappella setting for double choir of the iconic poem by Christina Rossetti portrays the deep yearning of the words through musical expression. The full impact of bereavement on the human soul is

A medley of songs honoring the brave soldiers of WWI arranged for concert band with optional SATB choir. This stately and regal arrangement features the songs Pack Up Your Troubles in Your Old Kit

This medley features three well-known songs from World War I: Pack Up Your Troubles; Keep the Home Fires Burning and It's A Long Way to Tipperary. This gives a quick-slow-quick

Written for The Self-Isolation Choir which was formed in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 lockdown, this carol is imbued with both a sense of longing and the hope that a healing light may be born to comfort