John.18

Vijay Singh captures the Hebrew sound and spirit in this chanting anthem. Using 4th chords, echoing phrases, and a repeated ground he brings a mystic quality to the piece. Great for high school and festival

William Blake's poem is one that is often analyzed because of the symbolism in his words. In the same way that the sunflower follows in search of the sun, so do we search for meaning in life. The music

This setting keeps the favorite spiritual rooted in the past but sounding fresh and new. This energetic arrangement was premiered at the ACDA National Conference in 2015 - it's a great concert closer that

This powerfully descriptive piece by Paul Doust uses programmatic musical elements that mirror the lyrics. The text is an anonymous, Gaelic blessing with poetic words and images. Paul's setting is fresh and

French composer, Emile Paladilhe (1844-1926), was a friend of Gounod whose compositions epitomize the French late romantic style. The fluid melody bounces gently on a buoyant and beckoning harmonic stream,

This energetic piece from the Indian Himalayas has the lilt of a folk song and a message for the ages.  Selected for the Elena Sharkova Choral Series and premiered in the U.S. at the ACDA National

The Latin title means "sing," and that is exactly what this piece does with great joy and enthusiasm. For the advanced high school or college choir, this dynamic number is primarily in English but

This lovely song of hopes and dreams is scored for SSA voices, piano and optional percussion. Treble choirs from high school through college will enjoy the beautiful melody, ethereal harmonies and effective

At the request of a publisher Beethoven provided simple folk song arrangements which could be performed by amateur musicians.  Between the years of 1809 and 1820 he composed about 150 Welsh, English,

Rameau followed in the French Baroque tradition of composers Du Mont, Lully, Charpentier, and Delalande, setting non- or para-liturgical texts for his contribution to this genre.  Four grand

A veteran arranger like Vijay Singh knows when to let simplicity shine and when to bring in enhancements to a traditional melody like this one. He patiently waits unti we are well invested in the song

From "Bravo" - a musical about the Holocaust and World War II, this song has the energy and flow of a tune for the theater. The lyrics tell of the search for meaning, hope and light in the time of darkness

Mozart's lyric and energetic writing prevails in this handsome selection. Originally accompanied by orchestra, this edition uses piano and clarinet which work wonderfully. The piece salutes the soul and the

From the amazing arranger for Pentatonix comes this creative and satisfying arrangement of the Irish folk song. Using the traditional melody and scored for tenor/bass choir, this work is truly

In the SSAA voicing, this piece went viral when the Colorado All-State Treble Choir sang from the balconies in a hotel lobby! This a cappella arrangement of the folk hymn made popular in the movie "O

This haunting Advent carol has held a revered station for more than five centuries and has been arranged and reset by composers throughout the ages.  Beginning in Latin, Paul Doust presents the tune

Commissioned for the 2019 ACDA National Conference, this text by an English poet and soldier in 1920 is set to engaging music that could not be more joyful or more spirited. After a fascinating a cappella

Starting with an opening fanfare, the piece immediately dives into a delightful 11/8 rhythm that both feels natural and is fun. Through rhythmic and key center changes with wonderful harmonic moments and