Galatians 2

This piece explores the theme of hope through a rich homophonic texture, contrasted with a brief solo section in which individual voices punctuate a dissonant background swirling with brief melodies. Rising

In recent years, our addiction to our devices has negatively affected our ability to focus and to connect with each other. This piece explores the perils of technology addiction and offers hope through

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

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

Layers of ostinati, partner melodies, and fun-to-perform body percussion combine in this original piece that encourages us all to explore possibilities and celebrate life. Ideal as an opener or for final

All My Trials is one of the most popular arrangements by choral master Norman Luboff.  A Bahamian spiritual, composer James Green makes use of the Luboff arrangement and superimposes the language and

This popular Hungarian folk song, rich melodically and rhythmically, will work well with a variety of ages. An English translation is included. 

A thrillingly fresh take on the beloved spiritual, this arrangement features a sparkling piano accompaniment, recurring use of 7/8 meter, and unexpected harmonies. Accessible for any advanced high school,

Composer Mark Butler has had great success in setting spirituals and gospel tunes.  His fresh style is often harmonically intricate, full of contrapuntal activity, rhythmic, requiring levels of high

There are a number of Ezekiel 37 choral settings that have been around for quite some time.  This fresh new setting by composer Jeremy Nabors is scored for unaccompanied mixed chorus (with limited

A cry for peace in a world torn by war, this poignant a cappella setting of an original text is filled with striking dynamic contrasts. "Sing, Be, Live, See... This dark stormy hour, the wind, it stirs. The

Elijah's message and its many transitions recalls the journey of life and its many transitions. This exciting, rhythmic arrangement is a welcome addition to any concert program by advanced high school,

Celebrating the value of true friendship, this inspiring work partners the well-known The More We Get Together as a countermelody to an original melody that soars with an optional descant and a

This composition brings to life the words of Canadian poet Saphren Ma written in response to the devastating wildfires and floods experienced in their home province of British Columbia in 2017. The setting

Opening with a phrase of chant, this work, scored for mixed chorus, tenor solo, and piano, has the feel of a musical theater number in gospel style with a lot of open fifth harmonies. An interesting work

Original text enhances this arrangement of the traditional spiritual about holding on to hope in times of tribulation. Each individual voice part is given canonic material, building a foundation toward the

The brother-sister/composer-lyricist team of Tom Shelton and Camilla Shelton Pruitt offer a gem for unison elementary voices. Accompanied by flute and piano, try it for the Festival of the Christian Home,

With a heartfelt text by poet Kim Baker, this timely work reflects on the effects of climate change and claims "love will save us" in the triumphant conclusion. The "hoo" of the owl is woven throughout as

Evocative and profound in its direct simplicity, E.E. Cummings's text is beautifully set for treble choir. Full of delight and wonder, this lyrical setting includes a supportive piano accompaniment and

Composer Sherry Blevins seems quite connected to events affecting the human condition. Here, she dedicates this piece to the victims of Hurricanes Florence and Michael. Scored for 2-part treble chorus with

This piece is scored for treble chorus with piano and was developed in a collaboration between the composer and students from the West Vancouver Intermediate Treble Honor Choir (British Columbia). With a

This piece sets a text exploring how singing can be shaped through gesture, "inspiration, wit, and will." With minimal divisi, the vocal parts explore ranges from low to high in rich harmony,

A perfect piece for saying goodbye to friends or for a commencement ceremony, this original ballad focuses on the importance of music as a connecting thread that helps us through difficult times and