Sacred Choral Concert Music

Beautifully stated phrases from a canonical text plead "Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal, have mercy on us." There are pronunciation guides and translation for the Ukrainian text, and the shimmering a

Reminiscent of a folky early American harmonic style, this original a cappella work in Latin from Slovenian composer Bec is upbeat with open harmonies and well-placed rhythmic claps and stomps. Fun to sing,

Lively and energetic, the Benedictus begins in unison and expands into a three-part canon, then leads into a fun, rhythmic Sanctus adding djembe and overlapping vocal parts. The piece concludes with a

A fresh and striking offering scored for mixed chorus with piano and optional djembe, this advanced work is appropriate for any concert but especially suited for commencement or any celebration of world

Giovanni Gabrieli, an Italian composer and organist, was one of the most influential musicians of his time, representing the culmination of the Venetian School. This setting of Psalm 98 is scored for double

In this work that includes two soloists and body percussion, Hildebrandt calls on the styles of African American spirituals and gospel music with careful attention to accurate speech rhythm. Great for high

A number of movements from Requiem for the Living by Dan Forrest comfortably stand alone. The Sanctus, movement IV from the work, is scored for divisi mixed chorus with keyboard or

This piece is the sixth movement from Dan Forrest's extended work "Jubilate Deo." Here published separately, the piece calls for mixed chorus, optional treble chorus, and piano, organ, or orchestra. This

This superb setting of the traditional Latin text from Psalm 100 fairly dances off the page in joy! Singable, natural-sounding mixed meter, a memorable melodic line, and a buoyant feel throughout make this

This lyrical work for mixed chorus with piano can be a meaningful addition to your Passion Sunday or Holy Week observances. The beautifully crafted part-writing underscores a lovely melody

Opening with a baritone solo, this piece is scored mostly for two-part before building into four parts near the end. Using only Latin text, from Psalm 115, it is set at a "march-like" tempo, with drum and

A rhythmic ostinato on "la la la la la" is a compelling element of this jazz-influenced original on the traditional Latin text. Appropriate for better high school and university choirs, it will produce a

The traditional Latin text is treated with reverence and tenderness in this accessible accompanied setting. After a chant-like opening in the male voices, the piano sets the pace as the theme is woven into

What a gorgeous setting for church or school choirs! Superb choral writing and a marvelous piano accompaniment with violin obbligato make this a truly exceptional arrangement of the traditional hymn!

"A holy day has dawned for us..." This original a cappella work, in Latin throughout, employs mixed meter, tasteful dissonance and some divisi, with excellent effect. A good choice for festival choirs at

This powerful and inspirational piece with a dynamic piano accompaniment was composed for a performance at the 2011 Texas Music Educators Association Convention. This exuberant work will challenge your

The text from the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi is perhaps one of the most gorgeous and thought-provoking ever written. The classic Allen Pote setting has been arranged for a cappella mixed choir in a

This breathtaking 20th-century work has been made famous by international performances of the San Francisco-based ensemble Chanticleer. Conceived in the style of the alternatum plainsong, the composition is

The text from the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi is perhaps one of the most gorgeous and thought-provoking ever written. The composer has skillfully set this lovely text with a warm, flowing melody that is